The yarn I ordered before Easter arrived yesterday, all beautifully wrapped and packed. Two yarn cakes of 4ply merino sock yarn from Sarah (Gemini Knits) in various shades of blue, blue and blue!
Sarah is lovely and extremely helpful, even winding the skeins into lovely center pull balls for me (I really don't enjoy winding skeins of 4ply yarn by hand off the back of a chair!)
Blue seems to be the dominant colour on the ISE6 blog so far and I'm amazed at the progress some people have already made! 
Now, as per usual, I will be 'umming' and 'awing' for the next few days trying to decide which colourway to use for my pal's scarf. Time to knit me some swatches!
TTFN
Showing posts with label exchanges. Show all posts
Showing posts with label exchanges. Show all posts
Saturday, March 29, 2008
ISE6 - Yarn Purchased
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
ISE6
It's scarf exchange time again! I'm helping out as a hostess in this round as I wanted to return some of the crafty kharma following the wonderful Angel package I received from Martha in ISE5.
I received my spoilee's details early by the very organised Tami and have been in contact with my pal via email. I am really looking forward to this round and have pretty much cleared my swapping schedule so that I can concentrate on this fully.
Join me later while I debate with myself the pros and cons of numerous patterns and yarn types, as I do!
I received my spoilee's details early by the very organised Tami and have been in contact with my pal via email. I am really looking forward to this round and have pretty much cleared my swapping schedule so that I can concentrate on this fully.
Join me later while I debate with myself the pros and cons of numerous patterns and yarn types, as I do!
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Swaps: ISE5 Angel scarf & goodies - piccies!
It's been a busy few days in Casa Craftybernie. In between sleeping as I get over the dreaded 'lurgy and keeping Katie busy during half-term, I've been slowly working my way through all the recent finished projects and swaps, posting photos of everything that I have received or completed.
About 1/2 an hour ago I finished uploading the photos of everything that I received from my amazing ISE5 Angel, Martha.
Check out the results of Martha's hard work starting with this beautiful scarf in Rowan Felted Tweed. The scarf pattern is Eugen Buegler's 'Streaming Leaves Lace Scarf'. And it is DIVINE! It's so soft and squishy. Martha was a little concerned about the alpaca guard hairs but it's not a problem - it feels lovely and soft against my skin. Beautiful! I love it.
About 1/2 an hour ago I finished uploading the photos of everything that I received from my amazing ISE5 Angel, Martha.
Check out the results of Martha's hard work starting with this beautiful scarf in Rowan Felted Tweed. The scarf pattern is Eugen Buegler's 'Streaming Leaves Lace Scarf'. And it is DIVINE! It's so soft and squishy. Martha was a little concerned about the alpaca guard hairs but it's not a problem - it feels lovely and soft against my skin. Beautiful! I love it.
Martha also kindly included a second scarf, Edgar from the fall 2005 issue of Knitty knit in Silk Garden Lite, for Katie. I guess I could have claimed it for myself but I will probably end up borrowing it anyway and this way Katie feels spoiled too! She was seriously stunned that a stranger across the ocean remembered her in this way and she asked me to say that she "absolutely loves the colours and the pattern". Thanks Martha (from Katie!)
Another indication of Martha's thoughtfulness, is the undyed wool and Kool-Aid packages that she enclosed so that Katie and I could dye the wool together. How lovely is that!! Katie was very interested in testing the Kool-Aid for herself when I explained that we would be using it to dye wool and not drinking it! "Imagine what it does to your insides", she said! Kids. Lol.
The box was absolutely stuffed full of thoughtful little extras and I know that Martha & her hubby had a lot of 'fun' squeezing everything in. By no stretch of the imgaination was this a small box. There is enough fiber, yarn, beads and more to keep me going for months of projects!
I put together this little photographic collage of the items that my amazing Angel sent me. Working left to right, starting with the top row we have:
1) Clover Natural Wool Roving
2) Bluefaced Leicester
3) Dream in Colour Sockyarn
4) Precious Petals
5) Tubes of Street Bead Connections
6) Naked Cat Fiberworks
7) Edgar Scarf in Noro Silk Lite
8) Patchwork Fat Quarter Bundle
9) a Beautiful Notebook (has graph & plain paper inside!)
10) Sugar'n'Cream Dishcloth Cotton
There's an element of crafty Kharma that goes with being a swap Angel. Stepping in at the last minute to make and send to somebody across an ocean is a challenge-and-a-half, especially when everybody else has had months to get to know their pal and work on their projects. The kindness of our swap Angels is invaluable. It takes a special person to fulfil their duties in a swap, only to do it over again for a second pal.
Thank you Martha for being a true Angel. xx
About my Scarf Angel: Martha lives in Vancouver Washington, with her husband, 2 dogs, 3 cats and 1 or 2 of her 3 children.
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Swap: Dishcloth Swap on CTnY
I received my dishcloth a few weeks ago from Franney. And now my pal, Ladybird Linz has received hers.
I forgot to take a photo before I sent it and so I've pinched hers from the Forum. Sorry LBL! It's Yvonne's Double Dishcloth pattern and it's a free pattern available on the dishcloth boutique.
This was my first attempt at the Double Flower Dishcloth which I mucked up. And although my mistake is not obvious to the naked eye (and granted the dishcloth still looks fine) I wasn't happy with it and made another one in the hot pink. I'm glad I re-did it. Honestly, I'm not a perfectionist (much!)
I also enclosed a needle roll for LBL which was actually a prize for a draw I did back in November.
The fabric reminds me of ladybirds which I thought was perfect for this project. I also followed the ladybird/garden theme to the lining where I used a pretty floral print that I purchased off ebay before Christmas!
Inside the needle roll I included a highlighter pen (always useful!) and some wooden card toppers (not pictured).
I used Rowan Cotton Glace in a dark blue/denim colourway for the ties.
Sunday, February 10, 2008
ISE5: my scarf Angel came through for me
I know this is a bit of a teaser post but I wanted to let everyone know that I had the bestest scarf Angel in the whole wide world! Photos coming soon...
Told you it was a teaser! ;)
Swaps: Round Robin Exchange, January
I'm taking part in an ongoing Round Robin Exchange on the Crafty Threads n Yarn forum. Each participant has their own little pouch or bag which moves around the group each month containing goodies, being emptied and refilled by the next person on the list and passed on. The aim is to make use of items in our crafty/yarn stash and we're not allowed to spend more than £2 on new stuff for the contents.
This is the little bag I made using Opal Sock Yarn (Petticoat). It's about 4" tall from the base to the eyelets, and the base is about 3" across. The pattern we used was from SpinningFishwife's blog. In my rotten 'lurgy state last week I forgot to photograph the contents of my bag which I sent to Grannysmith. Once GS has received it, I'll try and pinch the photos from her blog!.JPG)
I received my Round Robin bag for January last week from Cazzie:.JPG)
a lovely piece of blue fabric with embossed stars; a crochet star flower bookmark; some star shaped shell buttons; and a packet of Milky Way stars.
In the background you can see Cazzie's Round Robin bag which was knit flat in a mitred square pattern. Aren't the colours lovely? I just pinched this photo of Cazzie's bag from the forum, isn't it clever!
Next month I will refill this bag with goodies especially chosen for the next person in the Round Robin.
Friday, January 18, 2008
Dishcloth Swap
January's Dishcloth swap is under way, the first swap of the year on the Crafty Threads n Yarn forum. Here's the dishcloth that I received from my secret spoiler.... .JPG)
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I'm having great fun knitting up dishcloths and have just finished my 4th one this month. Aren't they addictive!!! I can't reveal my ones just yet as I don't want to spoil the surprise for my dishcloth swap pal. But all will be revealed soon though!
As per usual, Little Miss CB has jumped on the bandwagon and is churning out her own dishcloth as we speak. Bored with knitting scarves and swatches, she needed something more challenging to work on. And as expected, she's taken to knitting on dpns like she takes to everything else. Is there nothing this child can't do?
She was off sick earlier this week for a couple of days again, this time with an upset tummy. We're not sure what's causing it but it might be a food allergy (namely chocolate :( which she is not terribly happy about). But it seems to be settling down again. Anyway, this is what she did on one of her days off....JPG)
Enjoy the photos and I'll reveal my spoiler just as soon as I find out who it is!! ;)
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
ISE5 Angel on my shoulder..
My wonderful scarf angel has been in contact with me via e-mail and I am now officially very excited. I've been an angel myself in other swaps so I appreciate what a commitment she has undertaken. Thank you Dorothy, my ISE hostess, and thank you Angel for stepping in.
Monday, January 07, 2008
ISE5 scarf pal missing in action
My ISE5 pal is MIA and sadly no one has heard from her. I would be lying if I said I wasn't a teensy bit disappointed., however, the hostesses are looking for an angel for me.
I always make a point to stay in contact during swaps, even if things don't always go to plan. Afterall it's part of the fun writing to and teasing your pal. I just hope nothing bad has happened to my spoiler as it seems she has been a reliable swapper in previous exchanges.
'Thank You' ISE5 Hostesses for dealing with this so efficiently and I look forward to 'meeting' my angel.
I always make a point to stay in contact during swaps, even if things don't always go to plan. Afterall it's part of the fun writing to and teasing your pal. I just hope nothing bad has happened to my spoiler as it seems she has been a reliable swapper in previous exchanges.
'Thank You' ISE5 Hostesses for dealing with this so efficiently and I look forward to 'meeting' my angel.
Thursday, January 03, 2008
Swaps: Birthday Swap on CTnY RECEIVED
I received my birthday swap package from my spoiler this afternoon.....
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Want a little peek inside??
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Want a little peek inside??
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Ok, you win! Here's the glorious lavender infused yarn, fabric, scarf and cat. Oops, sorry, the cat is mine! The smell of lavender from the talc included is just divine. It was a real pleasure to open the parcel!
Perhaps Mademoiselle Jade thought this lot was for her, as she didn't waste any time trying on the beautiful scarf and hogging the yarn!! Pah.
Of course, opening up presents can be exhausting and what better thing to do after you've been spoiled...
take a cat nap!
Thank you Carolinne for my wonderful gifts. I love them all! Especially the cat!
Dishcloth & Knitters Swaps
Dishcloths? Handknit dishcloths?! I used to wonder why oh why people bothered with these. What's the big deal, eh? But I've been blogging for almost two years now, and I think I've finally gotten past the initial 'why-oh-why' hump to see that they're actually quite good fun. Especially if you're like me and enjoy instant gratification projects.
Ouch! The words of my dad are ringing hard in my ears, "don't knock what you haven't tried". He used to say that a lot to me when we were growing up. And it's true.
So, with this new found interest in handknit dishcloths, I've signed up for my first dishcloth swap over on the CTnY forum. This is the theme for January, our first swap of 2008.
If you fancy taking part in a dishcloth swap, check out the "DWD" (Defeat the Winter Doldrums) Dishcloth Swap run by Anne of The Bag Lady & The Pro. Signups open for the DWD D'cloth Swap on January 11th 2008. It's only a $20 spend (plus P&P) and the package is straight forward enough: dishcloth(s), yarn, soap & treats. Check out the blog for more info.
Now for some blog love. Anne is celebrating one year blogiversary so why not pop on over there and boost her readership! She's actually having a little competition for everybody who comments so if you do pop over to her blog, don't for get to say that craftybernie sent you! ;)
Oh, and speaking of swaps, let me squeeze one more in. It's the UK swap. A knitters swap exclusively for UK residents. It runs from January to March and the minimum spend is £20. The package requirements are easy enough - 200yards of yarn, yummy treats, something to pamper & and something inspirational.
Check out this for more info. Signups are open on January 7th for two weeks. BTW, you don't need a blog to take part, just an anonymous email address!!
Ouch! The words of my dad are ringing hard in my ears, "don't knock what you haven't tried". He used to say that a lot to me when we were growing up. And it's true.
So, with this new found interest in handknit dishcloths, I've signed up for my first dishcloth swap over on the CTnY forum. This is the theme for January, our first swap of 2008.
If you fancy taking part in a dishcloth swap, check out the "DWD" (Defeat the Winter Doldrums) Dishcloth Swap run by Anne of The Bag Lady & The Pro. Signups open for the DWD D'cloth Swap on January 11th 2008. It's only a $20 spend (plus P&P) and the package is straight forward enough: dishcloth(s), yarn, soap & treats. Check out the blog for more info.
Now for some blog love. Anne is celebrating one year blogiversary so why not pop on over there and boost her readership! She's actually having a little competition for everybody who comments so if you do pop over to her blog, don't for get to say that craftybernie sent you! ;)
Oh, and speaking of swaps, let me squeeze one more in. It's the UK swap. A knitters swap exclusively for UK residents. It runs from January to March and the minimum spend is £20. The package requirements are easy enough - 200yards of yarn, yummy treats, something to pamper & and something inspirational.Check out this for more info. Signups are open on January 7th for two weeks. BTW, you don't need a blog to take part, just an anonymous email address!!
Monday, December 31, 2007
Swap: Christmas Decoration on CTNY
Here's the decoration I received from the wonderfully talented Carolinne... my lovely handmade felt snowman.
I absolutely adore his little black felt hat! He's perfect. Thank you Carolinne!! :) xx
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Sewing: Embroidery Patch Swap on Craftster
I'm taking part in my second Craftster swap. This one is a swap of embroidered patches sized between 3" sq. and 10" sq. We're split into groups and each member sends one patch to the other members in their group. I've got four to make and this is the first one.
Here's a link to the Gallery if you fancy a gander at the other patches being made: Swap Gallery
Although the image looks quite green in colour, it is actually embroidered onto white fabric (Irish linen or something similar). I hope my pal likes it.
Friday, October 19, 2007
Knitting: Scarves
I logged on earlier this morning to post some photos of various WIPs. However, as usual I got distracted by the new widgets and hacks on Hackosphere, which resulted in me tinkering the blog layout.I can't believe it's been at least 5 months since I made any changes to the blog layout and boy have I missed out. There's some really cool widgets out there - if I get the opportunity I'll post my finds on the Knit1blogtoo blog. Anyway, my blog is not quite how I want it yet but at least it's presentable.
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As far as knitting goes, I've been fairly good this week. I've made good progress on my mini Clapotis which I'm knitting with the STR yarn that my ISE4 pal gifted me earlier this year. It's so lovely to knit with and the colours are so vibrant. It's enough to lift anybody's depression. Maybe I should have a monthly subscription!!! :D Not sure if it's cheaper than Prozac but it does put a grin on yer chin.Having knit this much of the mini Clapotis, I would love to have a go at a full sized one. I do have a few skeins of Arucania Atacama Alpaca knocking about my stash drawer so perhaps they will work. I was saving them for the Lady Eleanor Entrelac Shawl from Scarf Style but there's not enough! And I want the full monty of Lady Eleanor - right down to the knotted fringe. The works!
Some folk have been surprised by my use of the STR for the mini Clapotis but to be honest, I've resigned myself to the fact that I am never ever going to finish even just one pair of socks so the sock yarn has to be put to good use (not that I have much). And, as I don't seem to get on with Laceweight (a kind e-friend even sent me some Malabrigo laceweight to fondle ) I imagine there'll be a few sock yarn scarves floating around this place by Thingmas.
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The other scarf I'm working on is this cabled beauty for my ISE5 pal. Not terribly complicated but about as much as my tiny brain can cope with. It's 'Vintage Velvet' from Scarf Style and I'm knitting it in Debbie Bliss Cathay. I think the colourway is Periwinkle.... I cast on for this last night and judging by my progress, I should be finished in good time for the send out date. The nice thng is, the cable pattern is reversible and very easy to memorise. Did someone say MEMORISE???? Yup. Me Memorise? Imagine that. Pah! It's a straight forward rib pattern with a 6 stitch cable that 'twists' every row 5 and 16..JPG)
It's been years since I knit cables and I'm not quite sure why I've been avoiding them - especially since I've been back knitting for 18 months AND they're not nearly as scary as some lace patterns out there! Although it probably would have been better to use bamboo needles (Santa I hope you're watching) with the Cathay silk rather than my metal ones. The work is all terribly slippery and I'm only a sneeze away from it all sliding off - picture yarn diarrohea!For those of you who have been watching me swatch for the heartstrings beaded scarf for my ISE pal, I really didn't have any yarn in that did it justice which also matched the beads in my stash. For now, it's going to be another one for my 'to knit' pile.
One thing that I'm not terribly please about is the way the Cathay silk comes out of the ball. It's lovely to knit with and has a glorious sheen to it. But it flippin' twists and tangles like mad. Has anybody else had a similar problem? Anyone?
I'm off for a bacon buttie now - yum!! Penelope pig, close your eyes pet.
Monday, October 08, 2007
Knitting: ISE5 Swatches
Here's the first of 4 swatches for the Heartstrings Beaded Scarf that I plan on making for my pal. I'm aiming for a scarf that's about 6" wide(ish) and 50-60" long. The actual pattern is for a scarf 11"x60".
This first swatch is some King Cole Merino DK that I have left over from ISE4.
I'm not planning on using this actual yarn - I'm more interested in the Merino DK and how it knits up. I have a Jaeger Merino DK in mind if I decide to go with this weight.
Although this scarf calls for laceweight, I personally prefer working with DK or 4ply. I don't know why, but I seem to get on better with them. Maybe it's because the work grows quicker. I have been considering some Lane Borgosesia laceweight from Jannette's Rare Yarns on e-bay. This would be so perfect for my pal but it's LACEWEIGHT! Maybe once I've swatched (till my fingers bleed) I'll have a better idea.
The next swatch will be Rowanspun 4ply. I'm about 1/4 way through the swatch and will post piccies once done. Already I can see that the texture of the Rowanspun may detract from the pattern and beads. Let's wait and see...
The pattern repeat on this scarf is so simple yet very effective. In fact you could modify the pattern to accommodate any of your favourite yarns.
Friday, October 05, 2007
Knitting: ISE5 Update
This is my 3rd International Scarf Exchange (ISE) and once again it feels like my first. I start off with the best of intentions - researching, stalking, planning. Then indecision kicks in, followed by a confidence crisis, topped off with a pinch of performance anxiety.
Best intentions are fine but they're not very productive. So having coasted through a myriad of emotions and possibilities this week, I think I may have narrowed it down - the pattern anyway. I'm desperate to have a go at a lace scarf which incorporates beads. Sadly I cannot cope with a lace pattern with more than a 4 row repeat. This is due in part to my impatient nature and also down to the medication I take. Roughly translated, I have the attention span of a gnat!
Lace knitting is supposed to be intuitive (I had a discussion with myself about this when I made the Backyard Leaves scarf) and many people who dare to attempt the beautiful shawls out there just amaze me. It's not a complete loss since I can identify where the YOs are and whether to use a K2tog or a SSK on the small pattern repeats, but that's my limit.
At this point, my plan is to cannibalise some of the lace patterns that I like. I think I've narrowed it down to two contenders - Yarnharlot's snowdrop shawl - I think the center panel would make a nice panel for a scarf, and Sivia Harding's diamond lace bookmark (which looks coincidentally a lot like the Angel Pearls Beaded scarf.
I had thought about making the Heartstrings Beaded Lace Scarf II (left) for my pal but I really don't think I could cope with it just now. It's certainly one I would love myself and I fell in love with it when I saw a few versions made during the ISE4. Maybe next time round I'll tell my pal that I like it alot!
One other scarf/shawl that I wouldn't mind trying (eventually) is the Lady Eleanor Entrelac Shawl from Scarf Style. There's something magical about it - perhaps it's the yarn, or the knotted fringe. I'm not sure, but I do love it.
The next hurdle is yarn. I'm trying to decide whether a lacy whispy scarf with beads or a heaver DK weight scarf with beads. I'm working on some swatches at the moment (yes, me, swatching, amazing!) with everything from laceweight to DK. Guess I'll wait and see which one turns out best.
Best intentions are fine but they're not very productive. So having coasted through a myriad of emotions and possibilities this week, I think I may have narrowed it down - the pattern anyway. I'm desperate to have a go at a lace scarf which incorporates beads. Sadly I cannot cope with a lace pattern with more than a 4 row repeat. This is due in part to my impatient nature and also down to the medication I take. Roughly translated, I have the attention span of a gnat!
Lace knitting is supposed to be intuitive (I had a discussion with myself about this when I made the Backyard Leaves scarf) and many people who dare to attempt the beautiful shawls out there just amaze me. It's not a complete loss since I can identify where the YOs are and whether to use a K2tog or a SSK on the small pattern repeats, but that's my limit.
At this point, my plan is to cannibalise some of the lace patterns that I like. I think I've narrowed it down to two contenders - Yarnharlot's snowdrop shawl - I think the center panel would make a nice panel for a scarf, and Sivia Harding's diamond lace bookmark (which looks coincidentally a lot like the Angel Pearls Beaded scarf.
I had thought about making the Heartstrings Beaded Lace Scarf II (left) for my pal but I really don't think I could cope with it just now. It's certainly one I would love myself and I fell in love with it when I saw a few versions made during the ISE4. Maybe next time round I'll tell my pal that I like it alot!One other scarf/shawl that I wouldn't mind trying (eventually) is the Lady Eleanor Entrelac Shawl from Scarf Style. There's something magical about it - perhaps it's the yarn, or the knotted fringe. I'm not sure, but I do love it.
The next hurdle is yarn. I'm trying to decide whether a lacy whispy scarf with beads or a heaver DK weight scarf with beads. I'm working on some swatches at the moment (yes, me, swatching, amazing!) with everything from laceweight to DK. Guess I'll wait and see which one turns out best.
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Exchange: ISE5
It's time for ISE5 (International Scarf Exchange, 5). I just got in by the skin of my teeth yesterday with the cut off date being today!!!
I don't know where time is going at the moment but everything seems to be whizzing by in a blur. It only seems to speed up even more once September has passed and before you know it we're on the home straight to 'Thingmas'.
I wish I could manipulate space and time like Hiro Nakamura from Heroes (did you catch the re-run of episodes 1-9 at the weekend on the Beeb?).
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Pay it forward Exchange
I saw this over Amy's blog.
*Pay it Forward*
I will send a handmade gift to the first 3 people who leave a comment here on my blog (don't forget to leave your web addy so I can find you, or email me).
I don’t yet know what that gift will be, but you will receive it within 365 days (most likely before).
The only thing you have to do in return is "pay it forward" by doing the same lovely thing for people on your blog.
I will send a handmade gift to the first 3 people who leave a comment here on my blog (don't forget to leave your web addy so I can find you, or email me).
I don’t yet know what that gift will be, but you will receive it within 365 days (most likely before).
The only thing you have to do in return is "pay it forward" by doing the same lovely thing for people on your blog.
I originally came across the Pay It Forward Exchange when I started blogging last year and thought it was a great idea. I haven't actually seen the film yet but I love the concept. So many generous crafty bloggers out there have done swaps, exchanges and even gifted me some wonderful things during the past 18 months. It's time to share the crafty love!
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
ISE4 - My pal has her package!!!
(Edited 21.06.07 - now with photos)
Phew. Again, a sigh of relief. And a shriek of happiness. My ISE4 pal, ekittie has received her scarf and goodies.I don't have the pictures to show you what I sent as Mr CB has the camera (in case I haven't mentioned it like a million times this week)
Here's a list of what I included (I pinched the photos from ekittie's website - teeheehee):
1) Backyard Leaves scarf (wrapped in some fab tissue paper I bought locally but was made in America funnily enough!)
2) Felted kitty knitting pattern bought from CraftyAlien
3) Stitch markers incl kitty charm
4) Hemp, glass bead & findings
5) 100% wool for felted kitty toy
6) 100% cashmere sock yarn hand dyed on the Isle of Man
And that concludes the ISE4 for me. I've had a wonderful experience again this year. I've learned how to read a lace chart, and lots more besides. Can't wait for next one.
Have a nice summer ISE4 swappers!
Sunday, June 17, 2007
Needle Felting (not another craft Bernie?)
Yes, Needle Felting. Yes, another craft. Or at least, more of a dabble really. Do you find that crafts overlap in more ways than one? I would never have considered this 12 months ago but it has got to be the most fun and relaxing craft that I have done to date (well, apart from knitting of course) ---:). Plus it is very affordable to do (the two needles, handle and foam pad set me back less than a fiver including postage!).
I mean, what else are you supposed to do with your leftover wool roving, the best part of which you shared with your lovely little daughter, except to perhaps Needle Felt. Actually, Spinning would probably be my first choice but A) I don't have a spindle, and B) if I did i wouldn't know what to do with it.
I digress. Back to the needle felting. I'm working on something super top secret and hush hush at the moment and....... Oh, speaking of which, do you ever find that when you read this on a crafter's blog it usually means they have a book in the pipeline or they are going to be published with a popular e-zine? Yes? No? Well, that's not the case here (had you going there for a minute though didn't I). Stick with me and check out these piccies of my first real needle felting project. 
This is the result of a morning and afternoon spent playing with the left overs from yesterday's felting fun. I've also incorporated other fibres with the wool roving and my yarn scraps bag came in very handy for this when I needed just a bit of 'green' or a little bit of 'pink', a smidgen of blue, etc.. (You get the idea).
I can't say much more about this project except it was fun and it really is part of a gift for someone special. Yet another swap pal I hear you say? Well, actually, yes but I've gone of on a slight tangeant with this project and have tackled it in a rather unorthodox way but all will be revealed in a couple of weeks.
BTW, did you know that felting needles have these little 'barbs' on the shaft? No? Neither did I until I ordered a couple on the internet the other day. And all I could think was what the hell am I doing with these lethal weapons. Obviously it's not as intimidating as the instructions but it does pack a prick or two when you accidentally but rather enthusiastically poke yourself in the finger once or thrice!
PS poor quality images due to webcam as digital camera is with him-from-indoors in Spain this week. Harumph! :(
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