Lullaby Lodge

 Hello, it's Saturday again and it's time to share with you what we have been making in Our Happy CAL Place .  This week's pattern was the Lemon Squeezy Cardigan by Potter & Bloom  and is actually designed to fit a toddler.  I didn't have anyone at hand to model it for me so I made mine for Teddy. I had to make quite a few adjustments to make it fit as the pattern is not really designed for the likes of my furry friend.  Instead of the original 8 squares that are called for I went for just 4.  Poor Teddy's tummy was rather too portly for the other squares to fit...  He does look rather pleased with himself and his new outfit. Why not head over to  this week's CAL and check out the other members projects, or join in the fun yourself. Pin it for later... Thanks for stopping by and don't forget to follow (in the sidebar) and subscribe for more posts like this... Take care Catherine x Related posts...

It's just a few weeks until the school summer holidays and I wanted to share some more summery patterns with you.  There is still time to whip up a lovely crochet top and I have found some beauties to share with you today.  I'm sure there will be something for everyone, from a simple tee, to nautical stripes, to boho style granny squares.  Enjoy... Crochet Summer Tops  Everyone needs that perfect T-shirt in their wardrobe and this crochet one is just the thing.  It looks fabulous with jeans or thrown over a swimsuit at the pool.  The pattern is by T L Yarn Crafts. Summertime Tee I just love this stripy number, from One Dog Woof. Monterey Bay Striped Top  Pretty peach ruffles, make this top by Hooked on Homemade Happiness, super cute. Cold Shoulder Crochet top Another stunning top by T L Crafts.  She has lots of lovely patterns you really should check out her blog... Lemonade Top I think this next one is m

This week we will be learning how to make these gorgeous, colourful, granny circles.   I will also be showing you the maths for increasing your circles, so that you can make them any size you like.  There is something about any kind of crochet made with granny clusters, that just makes me feel so happy and homey and of course a little colourful, crochet, hooky, will always brighten up any dreary day. Granny Circles Materials Yarn Darning needle Hook Use a hook recommended on your yarn ball band Abbreviations / Terms US terms are used through out (UK terms) dc - double crochet (treble crochet) ch - chain sl st - slip stitch st(s) - stitch(s) sp(s) - space(s) gcl - granny cluster cl-inc - granny cluster increase Special stitches:   Granny cluster - 3dc in same sp.  Granny cluster increase - 4dc in same sp. Other notes: Fasten off and join new colour after each round.  If you wish to make your granny circles in a solid colour simply sl st in

Hello everyone!  This week in Our Happy CAL Place we have been making these super cute hanger covers.  If your clothes keep slipping off, then you need this pattern!  Or maybe you would like to make a quick gift for someone?  They are just so pretty, a reason to make them is really not needed.  The group is open to everyone one and holds weekly and monthly crochet alongs, so come and join us... The hanger pattern is by Bernat Design Studio and can be found here on Ravelry.   There is also a helpful video by Mikey,  I always find watching a video, easier than reading a pattern, especially with unusual designs. You start off by crocheting single crochet stitches around the hanger and then a row of shells is added to the bottom... A pretty ribbon adds a finishing touch... Wouldn't this be just perfect for a little girls wardrobe... The pattern and video are really easy to follow, the application however is a little more tricky.  I found I needed to

I learned to knit when I was around 7 years old, my mum taught me.  I made lots of things as a child, mostly clothes for my dolls and then I didn't knit for many years.  It wasn't until I had my son that I took up my needles again and the first thing I made was a knitted Iggle Piggle.  My son loved In The Night Garden and this was the first of many knitted toys I made for him.  I had caught the bug again and also taught myself to crochet, watching videos on Youtube.  I no longer make any stuffed toys as Little T is, well, not so little anymore.  I very much admire all the amazing amigurumi patterns out there though and thought you might like to see some of my favourites... Amazing Amigurumi I love foxes and these amigurumi ones are just adorable and super squishy, crocheted in chenille yarn.  The pattern is by Crafty Bunny Bun. Foxy Fox Amigurumi This crochet deer is too cute for words and I just love his knitted jumper.   Amigurumi Deer

One of my favourite things to crochet is blankets.  I just love the whole process from start to finish.  Scouring the internet for ideas of colours, shapes, texture; choosing yarn and making that first long wiggly starting chain, working on the body of the blanket, joining motifs, but my favourite part about blanket making is adding the border.  It's that time when your project is almost finished and you can see exactly how your blanket will look.  I love that feeling of completion you get while adding your final rounds. The style of your blanket will determine what kind of edging you add.  I have used fancy, lace edgings in the past, bobble edgings , pretty shells and I love them all; but sometimes you just want something simple and nothing could be more simple and effective than a crab stitch border. Crab Stitch Edging Materials Yarn Darning needle Hook Use a hook that matches your project and yarn Abbreviations / Terms US terms are used through