It's very nearly farewell February and hello March. Today felt much more spring like, I think I may have gotten a decent dose of Vitamin D whilst out pootling around this afternoon. It was surprisingly warm in the sunshine. Well I say warm, truth be told it's probably at most 7 degrees but it feels quite considerably milder than recent days.
I finally managed to book in a much needed hair appointment too which was nice, I feel human again. So after being pampered a while, I thought I'd take a little wander round the shops, stopping off at my local Barnardo's charity shop for a nosey. I love having a browse in charity shops, you never know what you might find, and if I do spend anything I feel good about it as I know it's going to a good cause.
I also picked up a bunch of mixed Chrysanthemums. It was the lovely vibrant green that drew me to them, so I just had to take some home with me.
I thought you might like a peek at what's currently on my hook. I decided to pick out all the pastels in my Catania Cotton collection to crochet up some mini squares. I'm pretty certain (at this point) that they'll become a cushion cover. The inspiration came from the Pin Stripes pattern (37) page 52 in the Jan Eaton book 200 Crochet blocks. Referring only to the first 4 rounds, as I wanted to achieve a small solid square. I'm pretty pleased with how they've turned out so far.
One last thing, don't forget it's Mothering Sunday on the 10th March this year. Earlier than usual, so thought I'd give you a heads up. I mentioned it to my hairdresser today and she didn't have a clue it was so soon, so was grateful that I reminded her. It happens to be my Mum's birthday on the same day, so I guess it's only right she's doubly spoilt.
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Your squares are really really beautiful. Such lovely colours and I love the design. I will have to buy the book! Your flowers are gorgeous too. It was so grey here today but in the afternoon the sun appeared as if by magic and the smiles shone on everyone's faces. Ahh, Barnardo's, I used to work in their head office in Barkingside just before the orphanage village closed. Happy days. Take care. Chel.
ReplyDeleteHi Sharron, what method are you using to join your squares together? Looks really neat. Love the sweet colours x
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DeleteI'm slip-stitching them, reverse sides together, outer loops only, so that I achieve a raised seam on the right side. Lucy's tutorial http://attic24.typepad.com/weblog/joining-granny-sqaures.html should help you, but just bear in mind she's showing you with the raised seem on the wrong side, just flip it if you want it to look similar to mine. Hope that makes sense?! :)
Great looking squares. Loving the pale colours. Isn't Jan Eaton's book fabby?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flowers, and stunning crochet. The soft pastel colours are gorgeous.
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Such lovely flowers! I don't think I could have passed them up either. And they look so nice next to your pretty pastel crochet. I'll definitely have to get that book soon; your squares look wonderful :-)
ReplyDeleteOh I love love love your squares, most of my stuffs really bright so I always wish I had something a little more calming and relaxing to look at - just like that!
ReplyDeleteAlso love charity shop shopping, I picked up a bargain dress last month (yay!) which satisfies my need to shop and to give to charity, win win win :)
The flowers and little squares are so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYour squares are beautiful, those colors are perfect.
ReplyDeleteThis blanket is so beautiful! The colors are serene and peaceful. Very inspiring!!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful, soft squares... the piece looks so cozy! I am so jealous of your charity shop ramble... when I lived in Edinburgh I haunted the charity shops almost weekly--I always found the most amazing things! And often crafting/yarnwork/sewing books, tools, and materials... Sadly they don't exist the same way here in Miami. I miss them! Thank you for bringing back some great memories :-)
ReplyDeleteWe are still having some very yucky, cold wheather here, I am becoming very desperate for some sunshine! Your tiny solid squares are just beautiful, the soft colours are perfect together :-) xxxx
ReplyDeleteThese colors are so beautiful! A pillow from this Grannys probably looks quite dreamy. Best wishes from germany
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Deine Decke wird wunderschön auch die Farben finde ich klasse
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Oooh, your squares look lovely. I like the circles in the middle. May try that myself... Oh my, you are such a inspiration!
ReplyDeleteLove the crochet, you have chosen lovely calm colours. That book is on my wishlist!!
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I love these squares and the colours are beautiful. I keep thinking about treating myself to these cotton yarns but think I might have to wait a while x
ReplyDeleteLove these! Drooling. x
ReplyDeleteSuch great colors. So pastel and calming. It looks like Easter and spring colors :) love it and it calms my soul.
ReplyDeleteOh my my! These colours are sooooo beautiful! I am totally smitten...I have to thank you for introducing me to Catania cotton. I need to start buying them, can I ask what colour/number did you use for this? They are totally lush. Can I just say, I love popping to your site for inspiration, love your work, so clean, beautiful designs and colours. Well done!
ReplyDeleteI love your granny squares - such beautiful colours x
ReplyDeleteThe colours and your new-found block pattern look beautiful Sharron, can't wait to see the finished article.
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Hello Sharon, I just discovered you lovely blog. Your Spring flowers are very lovely. Just what we need on a coolish day. Your pastel Mimi blocks are very beautiful. Love them. I hope to start my first crochet blanket soon. I have bought many lovely pastel colors of Spring. Have a great week. Hugs Judy
ReplyDeleteLovely colors. What type of wool is it? I always seem to pick the wrong types!
ReplyDeleteThat is absolutely beautiful! Your colour choices are so nice? I am thinking a new cushion in the spare room - would you mind sharing colour choices here? Xx
ReplyDeleteLove these colors and the crochet pattern. The yarn looks like it has a soft sheen to it that is beautiful
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