The little hint of colour that I was looking for. These daffodils picked me and made my day. Little things...
I had a huge success at the charity shop too this week. I had thought I would have a go at knitting a few hats this year for little gifts and was delighted to come across this pattern book. There are 100 patterns so I am sure I will find something to suit every personality. It looks such fun and a bargain at 30p.
I haven't done much knitting for awhile so time to get those knitting needles out and have a go.
There was also a felted bags book which I found quite intriguing and at 30p was another bargain buy. I have had a quick browse and have found several that I would like to try. They are originally knitted and then felted by using the washing machine. I thought I might have a go with something small, maybe a glasses case to start.
I love the old vintage patterns so it was a delight to come across some crochet lace doily patterns. I like to make a few now and again and change some around that I have in the cottage.
£1 bought me 2 balls of DK cotton.
Finally 400g of Aran wool for £4, another great bargain. I have a project in mind but I need to locate a pattern.
It was a fun trip and I was rewarded with some great finds.
See you soon.
Here in Carmarthenshire we have the first Daffodils flowering and crocuses coming into bloom too. A mild (but VERY wet) winter may give us an early spring.
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DeleteSome great bargains, and things which will keep you busy. I can't resist daffodils at this time of year, so cheap and cheerful, they really brighten up my day.
ReplyDeleteWe had a bunch of daffs from the supermarket. Gone over in a day so now trying the tulips.
ReplyDeleteI love Daffs, and what great charity shop finds..
ReplyDeleteIt will be a long time before there are any signs of spring here. I think I am going to treat myself to some flowers this week just to cheer me up and bring some colour back to the house. Everything seems so grey and dull at this time of year.
ReplyDeleteGreat finds at the charity shop. Those look like some nice books.
I don't see daffodils in my near future - not even in the store. They're my favorites.
ReplyDeleteLove those lovely yarns you found. I think you have a much better selection than we have in the states. Maybe because you do more handwork than we do? I can knit and purl, but it comes out all wonky because I can't get the tension right.
Here's hoping for an early spring for both of us.
Lots of good crafting tools. Enjoy. Here, where I live they have the Hyacynth's oh what a fragrance they have...spring is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWe passed several fields of daffodils in Lincolnshire the other day, with hoards of pickers busy at work.
ReplyDeleteI am really envious of your charity shop buys.
ReplyDeleteThose are all fabulous finds. How exciting! Looks like you have a lot of fun projects lined up to do.
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to visiting a thrift store an hour away. Maybe in a couple of weeks. I found out their prices are much lower than around us.
ReplyDeleteYou’re going to have busy hands! Daffodils are just the thing to bring color and sunshine to your world. Must get myself some!
ReplyDeleteWow, you really hit the mother lode at the charity shop! Such good bargains. I can't wait to see the hats that you make... I've been on a hat making spree lately! I need to get some daffodils... we need a little bright color here! Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteAt that price a bunch of Daffodils is an inexpensive way to brighten these dark January days.
ReplyDeleteThe yarns were a great buy. I'm looking forward to seeing what you make with them. X
Some great bargains there, especially the yarn! Our charity shops have started to get expensive. I've seen many an item of clothing I know I can get cheaper brand new!! I'm not talking brand names just George, Nutmeg and M&Co. Looking forward to seeing some of your projects. Best, Jane x
ReplyDeleteLovely to see the daffs. Plenty of snowdrops around here which I love. Good to get the charity shop bargains.
ReplyDeleteSome excellent bargains. I love the vintage doily patterns.
ReplyDeleteWhat great bargains! I knit a phone case for my purse then felted it and I just love it. Funny thing though — it shrunk more in length than width so it isn’t an exact fit.
ReplyDeleteThe thrift store book of 100 patterns for hats to choose from will surely give you lots of gifts to knit!!
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen any daffs in the store yet but I did see ( and buy) Hyacinths and a Primrose to brighten my home.
No signs of spring around here. -smile-
ReplyDeleteLovely finds, which you will really use.
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Some great finds there, MM, especially the yarn and pattern books. And, yes, I love daffs too. They have such lovely cheerful faces on dull Winter days.
ReplyDeleteYou're lucky to have a bouquet of daffodils. Mine are budding here but it will be a while until they bloom. Good job on finding all those creative books at the shop! I've done doilies and now I'm wanting to do another. Such amazing things they are. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat great finds at good prices.
ReplyDeleteYou found some interesting pattern bargains and some pretty bargain yarn, too. I was so tempted to get some tulips at the grocers the other day because of our long string of rainy gray days. I enjoyed seeing your sunny daffodils! xx
ReplyDeleteYour charity shop bargains are wonderful. I especially like the doily patterns. I would like to find some new patterns myself but I never find those while searching the shops around our home.
ReplyDeleteThe daffodils are such a beautiful sunshine yellow. I received some beautiful purple flowers from Jenny for my birthday. Maybe I should get some daffodils to join them. :-)
Much love to you and Gerard.
Blessings,
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Daffodils are in the supermarkets here, too, and one is starting to open up in my garden. They are so bright and cheerful on grey days.
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful and useful finds from the Thrift store. The blue DK yarn is so pretty.
The daffodils are beautiful. Great bargain from the Thrift store. Happy knitting!
ReplyDeleteSome excellent finds and some sunny daffodils, perfect!
ReplyDeleteYou found some lovely patterns and ideas for future projects. Having a vase of daffodils in the house is so cheering on these dull days:)
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ReplyDeleteYes, flowers do bring a pick me up. Great finds at the thrift! I found a felted bag actually recently, and I plant to felt on the felted bag. Yes, where did January go. I've read posts from others saying January was like 131 days...I could use another 131 days of January....I liked it!
ReplyDeleteSuccessful shop. Good Luck with the hats. Jo xxx
ReplyDeleteI bought my first two bunches of daffodils, just love the bright happy yellow. Have fun exploring your hat book!
ReplyDeleteI have small daffodils blooming and other ones soon. Just popped open a couple days ago! Nice thrift sale finds. I enjoy getting items on sale and free! Nice hats. Take care and hope all is going well for you across the waves!!
ReplyDeleteWhat great deals you found!! Love the knitting books, and the crochet pamphlet reminds me of my grandmother. She always had a doily on the go.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Great finds!! No signs of Spring here..We had snow yesterday...Thanks so much for stopping by!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
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well well well, you made out on your finds! I love vintage books and those crochet ones are treasures!
ReplyDeleteWonderful finds for your crafting. My dream is to find a bagful of cross stitch fabric but I doubt that will ever happen....lol.
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So many lovely projects to get started on...you may never wish for Spring!
ReplyDeleteA great haul! Looking forward to seeing what you make with the pretty yarn.
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I always enjoy visiting what we call thrift stores here, even if I never find anything. It looks like you did quite well at your recent charity store visit, Lorraine.
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely books and how nice to have so much new inspiration. Loved seeing the pretty daffodils too . . . Spring will show her lovely face soon. As for now, we had more snow today.
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ReplyDeleteYou found wonderful things! Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteYou got some great bargains here.
ReplyDeleteOut earlier and one of our charity shops had books at .50p each … couldn't resist!
Daffodils are such a cheerful flower aren't they.
All the best Jan
ooooh, Lorraine! You like the same sort of opshop finds as I do! If you ever get sick of the 100 hats book, I know someone who could make good use of it ;-) hehehe It looks fabulous and will keep you busy through the storms.
ReplyDeleteThe vintage/heirloom pattern books are very hard to find in Australia right now. I used to see them often but in the past 5 years, I haven't seen any.
It's so great that you had such luck with your shopping. I am looking forward to your makes from them.
Have fun!
What great finds! I love the craft books they will keep you busy for a while. x
ReplyDeleteLooks like you really did do well at the Thrift shop!! Good for you!! Thanks so much for stopping by to visit!!
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