Latest pattern: 10 Flapper era dresses from 1924

My mom had hip replacement surgery, so I have been busy helping my folks. The weather in Virginia has been very freaky with lovely warm sunny days then snow and freezing rain the next. Argh...

Well, today is back to sun and warm and I was able to do a little digging at a local 'junque' shop. I found this great article in an old magazine from 1924. It provides instructions to sew 10 great Flapper style dresses. They are very elegant looking and would be great for a wedding!

The PDF instructions are available from my shop on ETSY.

I hope you are having a great weekend! Debby

Two patterns-how to use knit and crochet lace in 2012

I love lace but sometimes we need to see a project to see how we can use lace in 2012.


Here is a great summer vest that has a simple crocheted lace trimming. Click here for pattern.

and for knitters, here are some easy to complete bolsters. Click here for pattern.

And for good measure, here is a cute dress for a little girl. Click here for pattern.

 All three patterns are from Vickie Howell for Caron. Her patterns are very cute, fresh and easy to complete.

Enjoy!

 

 

Lace Cardi

I love knitting lace but sometimes we just need to knit something practical. How about this lace cardi from Red Heart?

Nice three quarter sleeves, button closure across the bust line so the sweater hangs neatly and a simple lace design on the body of the sweater.

The directions suggest using Shimmer. Red Heart Shimmer combines beautiful rich solid shades with a matching thread of metallic to give it just a hint of sparkle. It is a size 4-medium weight acrylic yarn and is machine wash and dryable! I have made a few doggie sweaters with this yarn and it works up nicely and is very soft.

Here are some more projects made with Shimmer. 

Mini Capelet in crochet

Little Princess Dress Knitting Pattern

 Enjoy!