Lullaby Lodge

Hello everyone.  How are you all getting on with your temperature blankets?  Mine is coming along nicely and as Winter is now over (hopefully) I thought I would post an update and a few pictures.  If this is your first time to my blog you can find the free pattern linked below and don't think it's too late to join in, you can start a temperature blanket at any time if year. 2019 Temperature Blanket Free Pattern My temperature blanket started off as just a concept and some yarn pegs to help me choose my pallet... The beginning of the year was cold but never reached the kind of temperatures we had last year so some of my colours have not been used. There is nothing better thank a cup of tea and a little crochet in the mornings, I try to do my row each morning when I wake up. Spring seems to have come early this year as temperatures have been unusually high.  Who would've thought we could have t-shirt weather in February. Looking

Keep your little ones warm in spring and cool in the summer, with this cute pixie style bonnet crocheted in soft cotton.  King Cole Cottonsoft Crush is an incredibly soft 100% cotton yarn, making if perfect for baby's skin and its self-striping design means no pesky colour changes.  You can of course, use any cotton DK for this project, or use your favourite wool for a winter bonnet.   The bonnet is made by joining 2 granny squares together and adding a simple edging and ties to the front.  US terminology is used throughout. Granny Square Bonnet Materials 1 100g ball King Cole Cottonsoft Crush Darning needle Hook 4mm (G) hook Size 0-6 [6-12, 12-24, 24+] months, fits up to 40 [44, 48, 52] cm or 15 3/4 [17 1/4, 18 3/4, 20 1/2] inches Gauge Finished square should measure approximately 16 [18, 20, 21] cm or 6 1/4 [7, 7 3/4, 8 1/4] inches Abbreviations / Terms US Terms (UK Terms) sc - single crochet (double crochet) dc - double crochet

Hello friends, I have an announcement to make.  This year I will be taking part in a number of craft fairs and little T will be joining me.  He is really showing an interest in making things and loves to help me out whenever he can.  Also it's a great way for him to earn a little pocket money. I thought that this would be a nice opportunity for a blog series to document all the things we will be making and maybe you might like to try some of them out too.  We will be making a variety of items mostly small inexpensive things suitable for school fairs.  Things that children will love... Craft Fair Idea #1 Splashtime Washcloths My first craft fair idea is these cute cotton washcloths.  They are super fast and easy to make and are really colourful.  I think they will brighten up any craft table.  Of course Little T cannot crochet but he can help with the packaging, printing off labels, cutting them out and adding the little belly bands to each cloth.  

For those of us in the UK Mother's Day is not far off so I have compiled some of my favorite crochet gift ideas.  Most of them are small projects that will only take an hour or two to make.  Mums always love a handmade gift and really appreciate the time and love that goes into them... Try these gift ideas for Mother's Day, 7 free patterns... The first pattern I have selected is for a very cute applique design by The Curio Crafts Room which may be turned into these gorgeous crochet earrings... Peacock Feather Earrings What mum wouldn't love to receive this stunning shawl?  Pattern by Mijo Crochet.  A slightly longer project but still plenty of time to make it... Lost in Time Shawl Keep your mum cosy with these gorgeously colourful stripy mitts by Sandra Paul, perfect for the chilly weather... Stripy Mitts Make these pretty flower coasters in no time at all.  Pattern by Daisy Cottage Designs. Japanese Flo

You know I never saw why there was so much interest in making dishcloths until I made these.  I must say I am now thoroughly addicted, I just can't stop making them.  I just love the simplicity of such a simple project and they are so fast to make.  Being able to finish something in only 30 mins really feeds my need for instant gratification and these cloths are just so versatile.  You can use them to gently exfoliate your skin, bath time for the kids or simply to do the dishes.   Now who out there doesn't need some gorgeous, colourful, crochet goodness to brighten up their life?  So I thought I must write up the pattern, so you too may share in the scrummy, yummy. squishy, crochet loveliness... Splashtime Crochet Washcloths Materials 2 balls Drops Safran or any other cotton 4ply (makes 3 washcloths) Darning needle Hook 5mm (H) hook Size 20 x 20 cm (8 inches) Abbreviations / Terms US Terms used throughout (UK Terms) hdc - half doub

Scroll down for free pattern link... It was my mum's birthday this week and I wanted to make her something small to send with her birthday card.  I remembered seeing a lovely coaster pattern in a book that Little T had got me for Christmas.   He had paid for it with his own money, it was a bargain for only £2 from The Works. The book is called "Vintage Style Crochet Projects" and is by Agnieszka Strycharska. I chose some colours I thought Mum would like.  I used Drops Muskat which is a really pretty 100% cotton DK yarn and a 4mm hook. The coasters worked up really quickly and I was tempted to make lots more but Sadly I didn't have much DK left.  I guess I will just have to go yarn shopping!  These coasters would make a great last minute gift for someone... I'm sure lots of you would love to try out this pattern so I will leave a link to the book.  I have also found a free pattern that is almost identical, this one has a pret

In this frosty weather we all need a hat to keep our heads cosy and warm and why not add a splash of colour to your outfit too, by using brightly coloured wool?  The Shetland Lace Slouchie is worked in the round on either double pointed needles or on a circular needle using the magic loop method.  It is comprised of a variation of the Old Shale stitch.  The lace is created by simple increases and decreases on a 4-row repeat, making this a perfect introduction to lace knitting.  An adventurous beginner could easily master this pattern.  The yarn cake creates a lovely colour block effect, with no need to keep changing colours.  The yarn does all the work for you. Shetland Lace Slouchie Materials :  1 ball Caron Cakes or similar yarn, darning needle, stitch marker, Clover pom pom maker (optional). Needles :  5mm (8 US) & 4mm (6 US) dpn's or curcular needle (using  magic loop method). Ability :  Intermediate Size :  Teen [adult] / 50-56 cm [56-