Wednesday, 10 June 2015

Yarn Along

Whilst not a lot of actual crochet has been achieved here at Mamas Mercantile this week,  I have however achieved so much.  I have spent a couple of afternoons sorting through the hundreds of patterns I have and decided which projects I am going to do for gifts for everyone for Christmas.  There will be some secret crafting going on from now on.



 
I made that sound like a chore, I can assure you it wasn't.  It really was a pleasant few hours.  The next task is to sort through the yarn and match the chosen patterns to appropriate yarn.  I am hoping that I can use yarn that I already have and therefore do a little stash busting in the process.
 
 
These are a few that I have picked out, now I need to get those fingers working.
 
 
As you can see, not a lot of progress made on the shawl.  I did however finish reading the Snow Geese, it took awhile to get into but is well worth the read  Williams Fiennes has a rare talent for descriptive writing and takes you on a mesmerizing journey.
 
I am once again joining in with Ginny at Small Things for the weekly yarn along.
 
See you soon.
 
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28 comments:

  1. Gill - That British Woman10 June 2015 at 05:39

    I am so envious of you having such a lovely craft area.........

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  2. sylvia10 June 2015 at 05:46

    sorting patterns sounds like a very good idea. have a very lovely day!

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  3. Beca10 June 2015 at 06:24

    Flipping through the crochet books is one of the funnest parts. You're off to an early holiday start. Good for you!
    xx Beca

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  4. Anonymous10 June 2015 at 07:15

    I am sure there are going to be some wonderful gifts under the tree this Christmas. I always enjoy putting pattern and yarn together!

    Have fun!

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  5. Heldasland10 June 2015 at 07:28

    Ohh I wish I had a craft room .

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  6. Olann - Wolle und mehr10 June 2015 at 07:41

    It's a good feeling when everything is sorted and has its place. That takes time. After so much spinning my hands now want to crochet and knit again.
    all the best, Birgit

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  7. Christine10 June 2015 at 08:42

    I agree that you feel so much more energised after a good sort out and now you can concentrate on finishes and more lovely crochet!
    Love the old iron I spy in the first photo!

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  8. Janet10 June 2015 at 08:59

    I can't think of a nicer way to spend an afternoon than browsing through craft magazines and being inspired.

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  9. karen10 June 2015 at 09:10

    I am impressed with all the ground work you covered in planning your gifts. that does take quite a bit of time!

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  10. Stephanie10 June 2015 at 09:16

    How delightful, my friend :) I agree with Janet, I can't think of a nicer way to spend an afternoon. Hugs to you!

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  11. Home Meadows10 June 2015 at 10:08

    Your shawl is looking very pretty. I always enjoy the planning phase like you said. It's fun to look through patterns and choose something for someone special. I hope you have a great day, Heather

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  12. EMMA10 June 2015 at 12:10

    You sound and look so organized! Shawl looking great.

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  13. gilly10 June 2015 at 12:51

    Oh my word, you are so organized - well done! I'm just a little tad envious, I can't even get my head around next week at the moment, never mind Christmas. Looking forward to little sneaky peeks at your makes over the next few months :-)
    xx

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  14. Helen10 June 2015 at 13:00

    Oh golly, Christmas! I tend to start thinking of Christmas around August time - you are super duper organised! You've inspired me though to crochet something for someone as a Christmas gift, rather than sticking to my comfort zone of knitting - thank you :-)

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  15. steph10 June 2015 at 14:06

    you are SOOOO good thinking about holiday gifts....and now is the time; I'll probably put this off until I'm panic knitting (like always)

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  16. Meredith10 June 2015 at 16:17

    It is so fun to plan isn't it? Can't wait to see your projects.
    Meredith

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  17. Tiny Toadstool Cottage10 June 2015 at 16:48

    Fantastic! You are getting so organised. I always plan to do that every year, but somehow it never works out! I really must learn to crochet, looking at those cute little penguins.

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  18. Tiny Toadstool Cottage10 June 2015 at 16:48

    Fantastic! You are getting so organised. I always plan to do that every year, but somehow it never works out! I really must learn to crochet, looking at those cute little penguins.

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  19. kathy b10 June 2015 at 18:19

    You are already working on gift plans..that's fantastic.

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  20. handmade by amalia10 June 2015 at 20:05

    I love making crafty plans! What fun.
    Amalia
    xo

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  21. Helen Philipps11 June 2015 at 02:22

    Wonderful to be organised and making crafty plans!
    Helen xox

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  22. Henny Penny11 June 2015 at 03:35

    Oh my, I wish I had your talent for planning things out and then getting it done. Would also love to be able to crochet like you.

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  23. Amy at love made my home11 June 2015 at 03:53

    You know that I am always so impressed with your organisational skills! You are going to be all set for Christmas again before you know it! I hope that you have fun with your makes! xx

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  24. Anna11 June 2015 at 06:06

    The problem with magazines is to choose what to do...and where to put them !!!
    Have a nice day crocheting your shawl !
    Hug
    Anna

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  25. Teresa Kasner11 June 2015 at 10:08

    Wow, you're sure ahead of the game on gift making.. but I know it's very smart. I'm way too last minute. I'm off to volunteer at the falls today. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  26. Lilly's Mom11 June 2015 at 10:47

    Hello. It looks like you have a wonderful library of patterns. How lucky you are! The shawl is beautiful. I just finished knitting a shawl and it was such a joy. Wishing you a great day :)

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  27. stevevhan11 June 2015 at 14:56

    Your crafts is very educational. This would truly help me in my devotional arts. Im gonna be following your blog now. :)

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  28. Tammy@T's Daily Treasures11 June 2015 at 23:39

    Very organized to be able to pick what you want to make as gifts and then have a go at it. Good luck!

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