PDF pattern for Crocheted flowers in the shop

There is a new PDF pattern in my shop for two flowers. They are easy to make yet, their use is quite comprehensive.
Enjoy the pictures!

Vintage lace pendant / necklace

Hello everyone and Happy start of the week!

I am starting the week with another crocheted piece for which {again - what can I do? I cannot help myself!} I used the same crocheted trim as for this beauty, only this time I made two trims in different sizes and sewed the smaller on top of the other one. I really like how it turned out, lace and chain and wooden bead and all :)


The gorgeously embroidered blouse peeking underneath is a gift from my sister for my birthday!
I am in love with it. Maybe it'll get a full disclosure some time later.

Vintage bib necklace

I know it's not even mid-August but I have been working on my Vintage Fall Collection. This bib necklace is one of the most favourite of the accessories I made.

The amazing golden yellow lacey trim is complimented (and joined) with an amazing centerpiece elaborately crocheted in ecru. The off navy flower makes for a nice detail.

Perfect to wear over a ruffled shirt, jeans and a shrug.



I am so desperately in love with it I am making one for myself.

So, Friday being here I may conclude that this week has been satisfactory. I managed to complete a lot of projects and yesterday I bought a dress for my cousin's wedding which is next week. Excitement is building up :)

Bohemian crochet bracelet

Inspired by spring, nature and fairies ;)

Mini Granny Squares Necklace

You surely remember this necklace.
It's in the shop right now, if anyone's interested.

More grannies coming up, that's for sure :)

Crocheted lace necklace {vintage style}

The best way for me to relax, and I believe every crocheter would agree with this, is with a yarn and a hook. This holiday was no exception and I went fully prepared. I enjoyed working on numerous projects most of which were inspired by past eras and vintage things. And were made for the shop for the upcoming fall.

For this necklace I used (bought) lace as the foundation onto which I attached the crocheted black lace edging. The flower is added to ward off monotony and add cuteness. The center of the rose contains pieces of lace which flare a bit and add up to shabby chicness.

"How to Crochet Jewelry" - a free e-book

Guys, I cannot tell you how happy I am!!!

Those who follow my work know that I collaborate with the amazing site called "All Free Jewelry Making and the reason for my excitement is the issuance of a free e-book called "How to Crochet Jewelry" featuring several of my tutorials.

I do hope you download it and make some of the projects. The necklace featured on the front page is absolutely gorgeous!!

40

Gosh I really can't believe I turned 40!

So as I grow older, I solemnly swear I will continue being up to no good, fling myself heartily into wondrous adventures and play with my inner child even more!

Thank you to all who remembered and the wonderful gifts I got. The highlights: my sweetheart took me to a fabulous jazz bar called New Orleans out in Bourbon Street to an incredible gig {splendid time!}.

{Thank you Ira for the sweet wishes!}

Oleander necklace /collar

Oleander trees always remind me of summer. Here, almost every garden is jeweled by oleanders either in white or pink.

Inspired by these I crocheted this necklace / collar with little oleander flowers scattered around.

Bits and pieces of a day in Larissa

Today, looking at the looming clouds, we decided it is the day when one skips the beach and goes shopping, so we went on a little trip to Larissa.

We took a walk around the city center.

Saw the Ancient theatre

Wandered through narrow side streets admiring the little shops and cafes
then went shopping...

attr@ttivo

A brand we were not familiar with. They have amazing clothes for young people.
Their embroidered blouses and shirts were to die for.
The street that is filled with all well known clothing {and other} brands.

Trying outs at H&M's

I bought myself this gorgeous dress with openwork embroidery details on the sleeves.
Will show more of it.

Eva's newest top with a crocheted front.

Whom is Oliver Hardy referring to as the Large Man?

Photo shoot at the beach and my newest lariat

Today Eva helped me make some pictures for my newest lariat.
She was extremely cooperative, although the little one was pretty unruly. He jumped in front of Eva and kept on waving with sticks in front of the camera.

The lariat consists of the prettiest puffy flowers I've ever made. First I crocheted a necklace with the same flowers (this is for another post) and I fell in love with their looks so I threw myself on making some more and that is the story of the lariat. I like the way they stand at the neck; they really make a rich appearance.

As you can see Eva likes it more as a bracelet.


That's it for today. Talk to you tomorrow.

Hakuna Matata

Every day we see young people selling Hakuna Matata bracelets on the beach. They usually carry a bunch of colorful thread for the customer to choose the colors him/herself.
Today while getting back from the beach Jacob asked me if I could make him one. To tell the truth, in the past I braided some but this was more intricate like weaving and since I've never weaved one I googled for them and found some very interesting links i will have to check back later.

Nevertheless, I didn't have time to study and try any of the methods, so I just braided his first. He chose the colors himself and patiently held the end of the bracelet while I braided, which shows that he honestly wanted it .

Now his sister wants a bracelet, so off we are to make another.

★Starfish crochet tutorial★

The summer is getting into a full swing. It's mercilessly leashing its hotness down on us. I thought a cute crochet starfish photo-tutorial might bring a little coolness and refreshment.

{★Starfish crochet tutorial★}

What you need:
- left over yarn
- hook (size depending on your yarn size)

Time of completion: in a matter of minutes ;)

Let's begin:

Guest blogging

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Hello everyone!

Just to let you know that I am over at Susan's with a crochet starfish tutorial.

Do come and visit!