Handmade Cat Cushion Cover

A handmade cushion cover for my dearest friend, Shannon.

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Crochet Ocean Ripple Tea Cosy

 

Finished Granny Stripe Blanket #1

 

The start of the second blanket:

Crocheting in the garden!

Crocheted Granny Stripe Blanket, Snow & Cats

Knitted Aran Jumper & Crocheted Circular Cushion Covers

After a trip to Berlin this month I picked up some beautiful yarn. Naturally I started to crochet the usual circles! But I do feel that it really shows off the fantastic colours throughout the balls of yarn.

This jumper was knitted by my hugely talented neighbour. She also knitted an Aran jumper for my partner in maroon. Seeing how wonderful the jumper came out has inspired me to give knitting a try. Knitted beanie from my neighbour. My attempt at knitting!

Christmas & Random Acts of Crochet Kindness

The cold, wet weather of Europe has felt more Chirstmassey than ever after an Australian Christmas last year. Snow boots, winter jackets and wooly crocheted hats are keeping me warm, and the wonderful fireplace of course.

Continuing with tradition, I crocheted Christmas presents for my family again this year. A large ball of Aran wool was the perfect choice for wooly beanies. I stuck to a simple pattern as I had six to complete.

After finishing all presents I thought about what to do with the remaining wool. I decided to crochet another beanie for an old friend who I rarely see but speak to every now and then. This would be my second random act of crochet kindness. My first was crocheted bunting which I posted to a friend in Wales. Her life had become a big inspiration to me over the last two years and I wanted to make her something to show my gratitude.

Possibly the most exciting thing about this Christmas was the arrival of two pom-pom makers which I have used to create Christmas decorations and added to the wooly beanies.

Embroidery ♥

Last night I went to a beginners embroidery class. I have never done any kind of embroidery at all but felt that it was something that I would like to do. I loved it! When I got home I was so excited, I started to add lots of embroidery patterns to my list and can’t wait to get started!

Late August in the Garden

Crocheted Circles

The Garden in August

Circular Crocheted Cushion Cover

Crocheted Granny Bunting

Really quickly put these granny triangles together this evening for one of my lovely friends. I think I may make some more! 

Too Many?

I don’t think so! There’s always a chair (or friend’s chair) that could be brightened up with a colourful crocheted cushion cover ♥

Another Colourful Granny

Enjoying working on these cushion covers so much! : )

 

Crocheted Cushion Cover Crazy!

Recently I have started to create cushion covers again. It’s been a while since I’ve made any but I’m enjoying it so much I’m already on my fourth cover! This time around I’m putting a lot more attention into the details and learning more as I go along!
This little bead with the shamrock came from Ireland with my mum when she visited. It reminds me of a pea. I often think about adding it into something I’ve crocheted but have yet to make something special enough.

I’ve only really posted photos of the finished crocheted items so this shows how messy the floor can get when I’m in the middle of a project!

Giant Granny Square Cushion

I was surprised how quick and easy it was to complete this giant granny square cushion. For the back, I followed Attic24’s excellent tutorial for constructing a crocheted cushion cover.

Crocheted Mandala Owls

Spring Mandala pattern + Little Owl pattern = Crocheted Mandala Owl : )

Crocheted Spring Mandala

I loved working on this crocheted spring mandala pattern last night! I’ve made two and plan to sew them together to make another little owl. I’m not exactly sure how I will do it yet but I’m excited about trying it out! ♥

Crocheted Bunny & Autumn Flowers

I crocheted this hot water bottle cover a few months ago but never got around to putting a photo up online so here it is! I basically made up the pattern as I went along. It’s fits pretty snug at the start but gradually loosens after being filled up a few times.

I also created a variation to send home to my mum ♥

I’ve recently started creating hand-made cards to send to family and friend back in Ireland. I really love creating something from scratch and giving that personal feel, rather than just buying a generic (and usually overpriced) card from the store. Crocheting little toys has definitely become my favourite pass-time. I just love seeing these little guys come to life. They make great little gifts for friends too!I spent the afternoon today out in the garden taking macro photos of the beautiful flowers and plants : )     

Crocheted Little Owl

The weekend flew by, and I’m shocked that it is already Sunday evening. Yesterday N and I went for a short hike with friends along a Mount Dandenong hiking path. Despite the terrible rain I manged to get a few interesting photos.

As usual, I also spent some time crocheting this weekend. I found this really nice pattern for a crocheted little owl and really enjoyed putting it together.

Crocheted Granny Square & Flower Cushion

Another blooming flower circular crocheted cushion cover! ♥

Blooming flower circular crocheted cushion cover! ♥♥♥

I was so excited to finish this cushion cover, firstly because of the blooming flower pattern but also because it’s the first cushion cover I’ve done that has two crocheted sides!

Woohoo! Finally finished the crocheted African flower hexagon cushion cover! : )

Circular crocheted cushion covers

Crocheted triangle granny squares cushion cover

Pink crocheted tea cosy!

Pink crocheted star decoration

Crocheted star decoration with fish

Crocheted tea cosy! ♥

Crocheted star decoration

Rainbow Ned

Cookie Monster cupcakes

Purple crocheted cushion cover

Constructing a crocheted cushion cover

Crochet books! ♥

Hexagon crocheted cushion cover

White chocolate cupcakes ♥

Crocheted bear

Crocheted cat

Crocheted beanies!

Crocheted Granny Square