WHAT MOLLY WORE: Crochet Poncho

WHAT MOLLY WORE:

WHITE TOP > H&M

SILVER CAT SHOES > H&M

SKINNY JEANS > MATALAN
PONCHO > MADE BY ME
 

Just wanted to share a little crochet project I just finished the other week. I made little Mo a bright pink poncho as she had outgrown her last one. I was given an old 70s pattern a little while ago and this is what inspired me to make this little poncho for Molly. Unfortunately I have a tendency to start a project, get distracted and don't touch it for awhile. So, on returning to finish the poncho I had forgotten about the pattern and had to make the rest up (way to not setting a good example on how to do things, yeah?). 

I'm quite pleased with the results and most importantly Molly loves it! She's been eagerly watching me make it and even helped me pick the colours. Of course, every poncho for a little girl has to have pink in it! I think she will get a lot of wear out of it over the Summer.

Over the next week, I will try to put together a pattern for anyone who would like to make it. Send me a message if you're interested!

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DIY: Crochet basket

I just wanted to share a really easy crochet tutorial I recently discovered from Nimi Design. I've been looking for storage solutions and came across this tutorial on Pinterest. It's incredibly easy to make and within 2 hours or less you'll have a crochet basket to store jewellery or any other knick knacks. Plus, it hardly cost me anything to make as I simply used some thick charcoal wool I had in my stash. I'm definitely going to make more in different colours and sizes.

You can find the tutorial here. Happy crocheting!

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KATIE JONES: Granny Takes a Trip SS15

I love Katie Jones! She is a woman after my own heart. Her skill of combining crocheting and fashion is truly mesmerizing, always causing my heart to skip a beat. I was first introduced to Jones at Brighton Fashion Week's Zeitgeist show in 2013.  Her Slab City collection (read what I thought about the show in this feature I wrote for Pretty Litter Mag) stood out and I fell in love straight away. 

I've been following her since and she hasn't disappointed. Her stunning new collection, Granny Takes a Trip, takes inspiration from childhood visits to the Brighton seaside. Jones, combines colours from memories of eating ice cream, visiting the pier, carousel and Pavilion with this fabulous crochet ensemble. The craftsmanship she displays is of artisan quality and I just want to fill my wardrobe with each and every piece.

Which is your favourite item?

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D.I.Y : Framed photos with a crocheted edge

I have become quite addicted to crocheting lately and recently came up with a little idea which I thought would make a lovely gift to a loved one. I have seen tutorials showing how to crochet around vintage Christmas cards but none using photos.... so I thought I would take this opportunity to try it out.

I have loads of photos waiting to be framed and I considered this would be a nice way of framing a couple. They are quite easy to make. Even if your a beginner at crocheting. You can also cut your photos into different shapes, and as you can see from the photos, I experimented with hearts.

You need

Fine yarn / wool - Not too thick. You want to be able to crochet through the holes without tearing the photo.

A single hole punch

Scissors

Crochet hook - I used a size 5mm for my red yarn

Photos

When I got my photos developed they were printed with a white border. I wasn't sure if I wanted to keep this or not so I decided to cut the border off one of my photos. I have made one with the border and to be honest I like both effects. 

You will need to make your holes next. You can use a single hole punch to do this, or if you don't have one of those around use a needle. I spaced my holes about 1 inch apart. Don't worry if your holes aren't even. This will not show once it's crocheted.

Scallop Edge

You will need to crochet a scallop edge around your photo. To start slip stitch through one of the holes (doesn't matter which one). Do 4 single crochets and then slip stitch into the next hole. Repeat this all the way round. When you get to a corner you will need to slip stitch in the same hole twice. Slip stitch to join when you have come to the beginning again.

Now you will then need to start your second row. All the way round you will be stitching 1 SC, 2 DC, 1 SC then slip stitch when you get to each hole. This will form a scalloped edge. Slip stitch to join when you get to the end and fasten off. Weave in ends to finish off.

I used little mushroom photo clips to display my photos and I got them from Tiger for a £1. Bargaino!

I hope you enjoyed this little tutorial. If you have a go at making this DIY I would love to see your finished photos. Please send any photos or questions to info@vintageowlboutique.com

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AKA Hooting Miss Owl

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