In a few new project concepts I have wanted to incorporate a small ruffle as an applique or accessory. I knew exactly what I wanted, but of course had to work hard to figure out how to get what I wanted. It seems to be a vice of mine. I have a concept in my mind and know I'll get the result, it just takes time. I refuse help or suggestions, because I seem to believe only I know what it is that I'm looking for. I have a hard time describing my visions as well. I am a visual and hands on type person/learner, so even though I can be eloquent with words I often find myself road blocked when asked point blank about something. Well, I had a hard time implementing my own pattern. So, I decided to scour the internet. Most ruffles I found were either of a knit variety or would be time consuming (neither would do). Until I found a pattern from Lion's Brand that utilized a ruffle on a sandal. Of course I wasn't going to use the pattern outright as it was, but it showed me how to make the ruffle look I wanted. I tweeked it from there in order to make a double sided ruffle. Gauge is up to your discretion. By the way, this is a crochet ruffle! Here's my pattern: Chain desired number of stitches + 3 Slip stitch (sl st) into third stitch from the hook *chain three, sl st into next chain* repeat to end of row (do not turn) chain three, sl st into the other side of foundation chain *chain three, sl st into next chain* repeat to end of row (I'm sure if you wanted a larger ruffle look, chaining more than three would work. I plan to play with the simple pattern myself!) You should now have a lovely little two sided ruffle. Actually, it reminds me a bit of a ruffled ribbon! I think they're really sweet looking and great embellishments to any project, knit or crocheted. Feel free to contact me if you have a question about the pattern.
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Welcome to March everyone! I can't believe how quickly the first two months of the year have gone. Maybe it means that I'm enjoying life. About a month ago I started volunteering to help teach a middle school steel drum group in the school district near by. They didn't ask me to help, in fact the instructor sort of implied that I wasn't really needed, but I wanted to be involved. I don't think I ever mentioned this on the blog, but in high school I got the grand opportunity to be part of an amazing steel drum group, Pandemonium!. I was part of the second generation added to the ensemble. We had an blast, getting to travel the country to perform and teach. The group is now disbanded due to reasons I that I don't feel like indulging you in. The point is that many of us still long to play in a steel band group, preferable together, but cannot due to not owning an instrument ourselves and the fact that many of us live hundreds to thousands of miles away. Mhm. It's a very sad picture. I didn't let it go, though! I searched our community for some group to be involved with and found this sweet little middle school steel band. Ahhh, it makes my Monday mornings the favorite time of my week! I feel like I can conquer anything after I've been with those kids ... and those drums! :D Well, now that January and February have moved along nicely. I thought a great way to kick off the March would be to have a round-up of some fantastic shamrock/shamrock inspired knits and crochets. The first shamrock is from Elizabeth Woodward of Say-Very Sweet Things It's a simple crochet shamrock that I think would work great as an applique for just about anything you can think of! From All Kinds of Knitting is a stunning knit 'Ireland Rugby Hat' I absolutely love this hat. It's made very well and the graphics come out lovely. You can get the pattern by downloading at the bottom of the post. The website MyPicot has a wonderful crochet shamrock edging. I think it's sweet and would be great for a St. Patrick's Day shawl or blanket edge. It'd be a neat trim for cuffs as well. The pattern shows up under page 9 and from there you click to download it. Rachel van Schie of Knits by Rachel has this amazing little dish towel! So, if you're like me and like to have themed items during certain holidays (I know it's a bit absurd, but I do it!) this is a perfect dish towel to knit. Julia Tellier of JTellier: An Artists View has a very neat 'lacey shamrock granny square' design available. It is a bit lacier than other granny squares. However, the way the shamrock develops out of the pattern, as well as smaller ones, is just phenomenal. Red Heart has this AWESOME shamrock granny square afghan pattern available on their website. I've seen a few other shamrock afghans, but I really enjoy how the four leaf clover shows in this particular pattern. Sarahndipities is offering this awesome shamrock garland pattern! So, if you need some decor for the season, go ahead and follow this pattern for some sweet garland. I just might! Here's another nice shamrock granny square pattern, but this one comes from Karen's Variety! This pattern displays the shamrocks a little more blatantly than the previous one, in case you wanted the shamrocks to be more obvious. This picture makes me giggle a bit. I don't think I've actually seen crocheted doilies on armchairs in person, but I know they're out there! Nevertheless, you can always use the pattern to make other things. Kris Knits has two shamrock dishcloth patterns! Yeah, only one is showing right now. The other's a large shamrock inside a circle. Click on the link to see the other! Finally, I give you a shamrock potholder from MomsLoveCrochet. I like this one because it's in the actual shape of a shamrock rather than a square with shamrocks inside. There you have it! 10 very awesome shamrock designs to keep you busy this March. Enjoy and feel free to share any other designs you personally like or have designed in the comments below. *all pictures are accredited to their designated websites* |
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My name is Annissa, owner of MissNissDesigns. I am a knitter, crocheter, sewer, and all around crafty lady. Archives
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