Saturday 30 November 2019

Christmas Giveaway! - Win 10 Lullaby Lodge PDF's & some super cute Christmas labels...

Hello friends.  It's that time of year that is meant to be all about giving, so I have decided to do a Christmas giveaway.  One lucky winner will receive the first prize, of ten Lullaby Lodge PDF's.  This will include a mix of Christmas themed patterns, blanket patterns and printables...


...and five runners up will receive these super cute personalised Christmas labels.




So how can you be in for a chance to win?  Just use the Rafflecopter below.  There are lots of ways to enter and you don't need to do them all, just choose the ones you would like to do.  The more points you get the higher your chance of winning.  You will need to give your email address to enter (this is how I will contact the winners).  I will not use your email address for any other reason.



If you have any friends that you think would like to enter, please share on your social media.  The giveaway entries close on 14th of December and winners will be announced on the 15th.

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I wish you the best of luck and a very merry Christmas.

 Catherine
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Monday 25 November 2019

Candy Cane Dishcloths - Add some Christmas cheer to your chores, with my Candy Cane Dishcloths - Christmas Cal

Hello friends.  It's craft along time again and this week I would like to share with you my pattern for these festive Candy Cane Dishcloths.  I have also added 2 bonus patterns for you to enjoy.  No one likes to do the dishes, especially after eating a big Christmas lunch.  These cloths will make wash up time less of a chore and put a smile on your face while you tackle that huge pile of dishes.  Dishcloths and washcloths also make great last minute gifts.  Each cloth only takes a matter of minutes to make and if you add one of my festive labels, you will have gifts for everyone in no time at all.




Candy Cane Dishcloth


Materials

Aran / worsted weight cotton yarn in red, white & green
Darning needle


Hook

4.5 (7) hook

Abbreviations US Terms (UK Conversion)

sc - single crochet (double crochet)
ch - chain
st(s) - stitch(es)
sl st - slip stitch
sk - skip

Other notes: Change colours every 2 rows following the colour sequence white, green, red.  Do not fasten off when changing colours and carry yarn up the side of work.

With white ch37

Row 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook, [ch1, sk1, sc in next st] across, sc in last st.  Turn.  (18sc, 18ch1 sp)

With green

Row 2 ch2, [sc in next sp, ch1] across, sc in last sp (this will be the turning ch).  Turn.

Repeat row 2 keeping colour sequence correct until a total of 19 stripes have been formed, finishing with white.  Fasten off green and red yarns.

Continuing with white we will now work 1 row across each side...

Row 1 ch1, sc in next st (around post of first green st), ch1, sk1, sc in next st (around post of first white st), [ch1, sk1, sc in next st] across, ending with ch1, sl st to corner st.  Fasten off.

Joining with a sl st to the opposite side, repeat row 1.  Fasten off and weave in ends.




Merry Granny Dishcloth


Materials

Aran / worsted weight cotton yarn in red, white & green
Darning needle


Hook

4.5 (7) hook


Other notes: Starting with white yarn, follow my pattern for The Perfect Granny Square and work 9 rounds in the colour sequence white, red, green.

Final round: With white join in any st, sc in each st around and [sc, ch1, sc] in each corner, join with sl st to first sc.  Fasten off and weave in ends.




Festive Splashtime Washcloth


Materials
2 colours cotton 4ply (red & white or green & white)
Darning needle

Hook
5mm (H) hook

Other notes:  Using red and white yarn or green and white, follow my pattern for Splashtime Washcloths.  If you would like your cloth to end up the same size as the other Christmas cloths, ch30 to start.  Continue until piece measures approx. 8.5 inches.  



These dishcloths look very merry in their Christmas labels, making them perfect for gifting...




Or alternately you can purchase them from my Etsy Store.


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Happy hooking!
Catherine
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Thursday 21 November 2019

Christmas Belly Bands - Printable labels for all your holiday, knitting & crochet gifts...

Hello friends, I have been really busy creating these super cute belly bands for all your handmade Christmas gifts.  They come in 2 sizes making them great for dishcloths, spacloths, scrubbies, hats, gloves, socks and more.  They can be easily printed off at home and look great on both white and kraft paper.  100gsm or more is recommended.


The labels are available to buy from my Etsy Store, or as a free gift when you sign up to my Patreon page (this is by far the cheaper option).  You can become a patron from as little as $1 a month and can cancel at anytime.  Other benefits of becoming a patron include...

  • Exclusive patron only content
  • Sneak peeks at patterns in the making
  • Opportunities to pattern test
  • Special offers and coupon codes
  • Pdf patterns
  • Pattern support 
  • Private messaging service

The small labels are great for dishcloths...


...and the larger ones shown here, with a beanie and mini hot water bottle.



So be sure to head on over to Patreon and claim your free gift, or purchase from my Etsy Store if you prefer.


Happy holiday hooking!
Catherine
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Tuesday 19 November 2019

Become a Patron! - Join Lullaby Lodge at my new premium subscription service...

Hello everyone!  I have more exciting news to share with you.  I have a new premium subscription service at Patreon.  If you would like to receive exclusive patron only content, then head on over to Patreon and check it out.



I will be posting extra content every week on my Patreon page.  "What kind of content?" I hear you say.  Here are some of the things you might see over at Patreon...


  • Sneak peeks at patterns in the making
  • Opportunities to test patterns
  • Special offers and coupon codes
  • Pdf patterns
  • Pattern support 
  • Private messaging service

There are different levels of membership available and you can join from as little as $1 a month. 


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Be sure to check it out and get your free copy of my Sock Yarn Baubles, pdf pattern...

Happy hooking!
Catherine
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Monday 18 November 2019

Mini Hot Water Bottle - Great last minute gift idea, quick & easy make - Christmas Cal

Hello friends, this week for the Christmas craft along, I have updated another old pattern.  You can find the original pattern here...   This mini hot water bottle cover, makes a wonderful quick and easy, last minute gift.  I'm sure there is someone you know, who would love one of these.




Mini Hottie



Needles
7mm dpn's or circular needles

Ability  
Beginner who is familiar with working in the round

Size
Fits 500ml hot water bottle

Gauge
10 x 10 cm = 11sts x 15 rows in stocking stitch

Abbreviations
k - knit
k2tog - knit 2 together
st(s) - stitch(s)
ssk - slip, slip, knit
pm - place marker

Special Stitches
2x2 rib - [k2, p2]

Other notes:  This project will use an entire ball of yarn, if your gauge is not spot on you may require another ball.  The cover is worked in the round in stocking stitch (knit every row), with ribbing at the neck.  I like to use Knit Pro Symfonie, interchangeable needles.   The smooth wood is a delight to knit with and they are super lightweight, making them a great choice for anyone suffering with arthritis or tired hands. There is no need for any fasteners on the cover as it will easily stretch over your bottle.

With 8mm needles, cast on 32 st’s and join in the round, pm to denote beginning of round.

Round 1-23 k

Round 24 k1, ssk, k10, k2tog, k2, ssk, k10, k2tog, k1 [28 st’s].  

Change to 7mm needles.

Round 25-49 2x2 rib.

Cast off in rib.  Sew bottom closed using whip stitch.


You can make a stopper loop, by tying a scrap of yarn to the stopper...


If you are giving this as a gift you might like to add a festive belly band.



Find out how you can obtain these labels in this post...



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I hope you enjoy this pattern and don't forget to stop by next week for another Christmas craft and make sure to subscribe so you don't miss any posts.

See you soon
Catherine
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Wednesday 13 November 2019

Windsor In Autumn - A bike ride along the river...

This morning I rode into Windsor.  I needed to return some clothing that did not fit.  After dropping Little T off at school I had an hour to kill before the shops opened, so I decided to take the scenic route into town.  It was such a beautiful morning, with blue skies and crisp air.

It is such a pretty bike ride at this time of year with the trees all golden.  This part of the river has many boat houses.


The swans were splashing about.  The signets starting to lose their baby feathers are becoming white like their parents.


This swan came right up to me when I stopped to take the photo.  I think he thought I had something for him to eat.  Sorry Mister Swan.


A nice view of Eton Bridge.


It was nice to have the time to just stop and look, something we often forget to do with our busy lives.

Have a lovely day...
Catherine
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Monday 11 November 2019

Tea Light Snowman - Time to get crafting with the kids and make this super cute pom pom snowman - Christmas Cal

Hello everyone!  It's time for our second edition of our Christmas craft along and this week it's one for the kids to enjoy.  Little T loved making this super cute, Tea Light Snowman.  This project is great for using up scraps of yarn and fabric and is so simple to make.  This snowman will look adorable hanging from your tree this year.


Tea Light Snowman


Materials

Glue
Black marker
Scraps of fabric
Ribbon


Start by making a large pom pom.  Little T used a Clover Pom Pom Maker for this, but, you can use your prefered method.  There are many videos on Youtube if you have never made them before.  


Make sure you use plenty of yarn so your pom pom is extra fluffy.


Carefully cut the yarn and tie securely.


Trim into shape...


Draw a face on your tea light with a black marker.


Glue to the top of your pom pom


Cut a strip of fabric for the scarf and snip the ends to make a fringe.


Cut another strip of fabric and glue a fold on one side for the brim of the hat.  Cut a fringe along the other side.


Glue the two short edges together and tie a piece of yarn around to make a pom pom hat.


Glue your hat and scarf onto your snowman.  Add a hanging ribbon if you are planning on hanging him from your tree.


Your kids will love making these...


Little T even took some of his own photos...


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I hope your kids will love making this snowman.  I will be back next week with more Christmas crafts, so be sure to subscribe so you don't miss out.

Happy crafting!
Catherine
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