Lullaby Lodge

Hello friends!  It's the second week of the CAL Central Washcloth Crochet Along and this week we have another pretty washcloth to make.  If you remember the CAL started last week with the gorgeous Rosettes and Ridges Washcloth, which you can read about here .  This week's addition is another super pretty pattern, this time designed by Devine Debris .  You can find the Sunset Washcloth pattern here and while you are at it why not check out the Ravelry group thread . The pattern calls for DK cotton yarn (which I don't have much of in my stash), so I used Aran weight for mine.  I really like Scheepjes Cahlista yarn, it comes in so many gorgeously, yummy colours.  Here is my version of the Sunset Washcloth . The pattern is very easy to understand and features repeating rows of single crochet and single crochet with spike stitches, with interlocking colours.  The finished pattern makes a very pretty washcloth.  You could of course use it for doing the dishes if you

My local Cat & Dog shelter is always looking for blankets for their rescue animals, so I thought a great way to use up some stash, that might not otherwise get used, would be to make some blankets for them.  We have a Battersea Cats and Dogs home in Windsor where I live and they generally prefer knitted blankets to crochet ones, especially for kittens as they can easily get their paws stuck in the holes that crochet blankets often have.  So I have hunted down some patterns that I think will be suitable for cats (or dogs).  The patterns I have chosen are not all specifically designed for cats but all have very little or no holes and can all be made with stash yarn (woohoo use up that stash!). Blankets for Rescue Cats This first blanket is actually designed as a baby blanket, but as it creates a close knit fabric, would make a great blanket for cats.  The pattern is by Sunset Knots. Woven Stitch Baby Cat Blanket This next blanket is made up with loads of lo

I have a pattern coming out soon that utilises front post stitches, so I thought this would be a good time to do a tutorial to show you exactly how to do them.  Post stitches give a really unique look to your work and are much easier to do than they sound. Front & Back Post Stitches Materials Yarn Darning needle Hook Use a hook recommended on your yarn ball band or required by your pattern Abbreviations US Terms (UK Conversion) dc - double crochet (treble crochet) fpdc - front post double crochet (front post treble crochet) bpdc - back post double crochet (back post treble crochet) ch - chain sl st - slip stitch st(s) - stitch(s) yo - yarn over Usually when we crochet we work into the top of the stitch, but we can create exciting new effects in our work, simply by placing our stitches in a different place.  Front and back post stitches are worked in exactly the same way, the only difference is where you place your stitch.  Post stitches a

Hello everyone!  This week I joined a new CAL group on Ravelry.  They are having a washcloth crochet along with a new pattern each week to make.  You know how I love quick and easy projects, so I thought why not join in the fun.  The group is CAL Central and you can find the washcloth thread here .  The first pattern is a really pretty cloth, Rosettes & Ridges designed by Marie Segares. I would say the pattern is for an intermediate crocheter, it uses bobble stitches and crocheting into back loops.  The pattern features a mitred design and has a lovely textural look.  I think this would also make a great dishcloth. The pattern calls for DK yarn, although I chose to make mine in Aran with a 5mm hook.  I used Drops Paris in colours Light Purple and White and Scheepjes Cahlista in Crystalline.  I worked a few rows less than the pattern called for to get the correct size.  The first few rows were a bit fiddly but the repeats are easy to remember and I enjoyed making it.

A summer shawl really is a great addition to your wardrobe.  Thrown over your shoulders after the sun goes down, perfect for dressing up an outfit when you are out for the evening or wear as a sarong by the beach; the ways to wear them are endless and there are so many gorgeous designs out there.  I have chosen a few of my favourites to share with you... Crochet Summer Shawls I just love the colours in this first shawl and the addition of the little pom pom hearts is super cute.  The pattern is by Wilma Westenburg and is available free on her blog... Lovely Luisa Shawl Duck Egg is one of my favourite colours and this shawl by Kim Gusman is just the prettiest thing. Oasis Wrap Just look at the lace pattern on this shawl and the colours are so summery.  The design is by Kristin Omdhal. Sanibella Beaded Crochet Shawl Pretty in pink, this stunning shawl by Kirsten Holloway is perfect for a wedding.  It certainly does look dreamy...