tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58487037182441646442024-03-05T07:42:31.954-08:00LoisLeigh Anderson's Creations blogFor the love of Fiber ArtsLoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-65623081408673708542017-04-20T13:56:00.000-07:002017-04-20T13:56:41.438-07:00Mother's Day gift ideas in thread crochet, modified clones knot tutorialI was asked to make my columbine barrettes available at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?ref=seller-platform-mcnav&section_id=6130192" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy</a> into a bookmark for a Mother's Day gift. Of course, I thought that is a pattern that would work up quickly and other people who crochet with thread would love to make for themselves and their mothers. My pattern testers said that it only took them about 4 or 5 hours to crochet. This pattern is set for a skill level of intermediate to advanced.<br />
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This is mainly because of the modified clones knot I used for the stamen. I called it 3hdcCL stitch and I thought I would do a tutorial on how the make this stitch. It is worked a little differently from most stitches in that it is worked <strong>around</strong> a chain and not <em>in</em> the chain. The pattern calls for a chain of a certain number and then a half double crochet (U.S. crochet term) in the 2nd chain from the hook. This anchors the clones knot.<br />
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To make the modified clones knot, (simply wrap the thread around your hook once and <strong>around</strong> the chain) 3 times, yarn over and pull the thread through all wraps at once. <br />
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Slip stitch to close 3hdcCL (modified clones knot). These stitches will stay at the top of the chain.<br />
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After that is made, the pattern says to make a number of single crochet stitches <strong>around</strong> <em>(not in)</em> the chain left down to the center of the flower. This packs all the stitches on the chain which makes it really stiff so that it will stand up.<br />
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I really love how this pattern came out. If you don't enjoy thread crochet I have two different versions of this bookmark in my shop already made for you to buy.<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/524100039/columbine-flower-bookmark-blue-and-white?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">a blue and white columbine bookmark</a> </div>
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/201533375/columbine-bookmark-thread-crochet-floral?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">a dark columbine bookmark</a></div>
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I am also happy to make a bookmark in any columbine combination of colors that you love. Just push the "ask a question" button on the side of my Etsy page and I will make it for you in the colors you want. However, I can't promise they will be done by Mother's Day of this year as I am already working on a number of orders to get out.<br />
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The pattern to make your own columbine bookmark in the colors you chose is can be found using the "buy now" button at the right of this post or at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/columbine-bookmark-2" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Ravelry store.</a> This pattern will be available by tomorrow at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?ref=listing-shop2-all-items-count&section_id=6122367" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations. Etsy.</a><br />
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I have also designed a choker using this glorious flower. A <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/199561391/crochet-columbine-choker-blue-and-white?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">blue and white columbine choker</a> already made for you.<br />
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It has a crochet tie closer at the back so that it will fit most neck sizes. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/199112892/romantic-dark-columbine-crochet-choker?ref=related-3" target="_blank">dark columbine choker</a><br />
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If you would like to make your own with the colors you chose the pattern can be found using the "buy now" button on the right or at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/columbine-choker-or-v-neck-collar" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Ravelry shop,</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/107936701/crochet-diy-pattern-romatic-columbine?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy</a> or <a href="https://www.craftsy.com/crocheting/patterns/crochet-columbine-choker-or-v-neck-collar/133684" target="_blank">Lois Leigh's Creations on Craftsy</a><br />
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I have always found flowers to be a great source of inspiration. The biggest issue is how to translate that into crochet. I hope this tutorial helps in making this amazing flower for your own columbine creations.<br />
LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-12115925478851850552017-03-07T15:25:00.000-08:002017-03-07T15:25:04.872-08:00March and springtime knit and crochetSpring is almost here in Kansas. March can be an early spring a little further North of us but we are seeing Daffodils bloom here in Kansas. One of my springtime designs is inspired by these wonderful flowers. This daffodil fairy bookmark or decoration is so bright and cheerful, just like the flowers.<br />
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She is available to buy at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/277228810/crochet-flower-fairy-bookmark-spring" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on etsy.</a> For thread crochet folks who would like to try a pattern that is a little more challenging you can buy the pattern using the "buy now" button on the right or at <a href="https://www.craftsy.com/crocheting/patterns/daffodil-fairy-thread-crochet-bookmark-/311754" target="_blank">my craftsy store</a> or if you are across 'the big pond,' you can find it at <a href="https://www.lovecrochet.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/144587?country=US" target="_blank">my lovecrochet store</a>.<br />
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I have been asked to make a Poppy Fairy and so I am currently working on that one. It is so much fun to come up with new designs trying to make crochet stitches that end up looking like the wonders that God has around us everyday.<br />
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Another fun design that is perfect for March is my lucky Irish leprechaun. He is holding his pot of gold and has a lucky 4-leafed shamrock on his hit. He can be used as a bookmark or decoration to take the 'luck of the Irish with you wherever you go. You will find him at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/68376952/lucky-irish-leprechaun-thread-crochet?ref=shop_home_feat_3" target="_blank">my etsy shop</a>.<br />
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The pattern works up quickly and easily. His pattern is found under crochet patterns at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/68994020/crochet-bookmark-pdf-pattern-lucky-irish" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a> or by using the "buy now" button on the right or at any of my online stores. What a great gift for anyone who wants to celebrate their Irish heritage.<br />
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With the warming temperatures during the day, the morning and evenings can still be chilly. I grew up in the southwest and ponchos were normal sweater attire. I designed the Majestic Queen of Hearts pattern for my oldest daughter who loves anything with hearts. <br />
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Now I wanted to design a poncho for my youngest daughter. She loves plants and I thought what better way to celebrate that love then with a leafy poncho.<br />
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I used Moreno and silk wool to put in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/507751945/knit-poncho-lace-leaf-and-cable-shawl" target="_blank">AndersonCreations on Etsy</a>. The pattern is made using two lace panels that are sewn together and has a simple cable to separate the leaf patterns. It works up quickly and is such a fun look. I love ponchos because they fit everyone. <br />
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I thought for my daughter, since she has three preschoolers, I would make hers using a different yarn. I made a huge mistake in doing this. Using different yarns on my patterns works well but the gauge needs to be considered in doing this. The Moreno and silk yarn was a Sport weight and the Pima Cotton yarn I wanted to use for her was a DK weight. I made the poncho with the DK weight and it came out so big that it didn't want to stay on her shoulders. I am embarrassed to admit that I could make such a basic error but I did. I had to take the whole poncho out and re-knit it using smaller needles to get the correct gauge. Proof that when making a garment, it is always a good idea to swatch to get the right gauge.<br />
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One of my pattern testers for this delightfully fun knit used an Aran weight yarn and it came out beautifully when she used smaller needles. The pattern is now available under knit patterns at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/501763172/knit-poncho-pattern-leaf-greenery-lace" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a>, or by using the 'buy now' button on the right. It can also be purchased at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/leafy-greenery-lace-poncho" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Ravelry shop</a>, on <a href="https://www.craftsy.com/knitting/patterns/leafy-greenery-lace-knit-poncho/482629" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Creations at Craftsy</a> or at <a href="https://www.loveknitting.com./" target="_blank">https://www.loveknitting.com.</a><br />
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March is a fun time of me with a birthday for my dear husband and my youngest sister. I love coming up with new a different ideas for them both. What do you like about March and early spring?<br />
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-57210697655033704742016-11-16T11:13:00.000-08:002017-03-07T14:08:50.917-08:00Winter and Holiday knit and crochet designsI love winter and this year it feels like it is just not going to come to Kansas. I decided to have an early holiday sale at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?ref=listing-shop2-all-items-count#items" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations</a> on Etsy with free shipping in the U.S. Do you long for snow and it just won't cooperate? Here are 3 snow icicle decorations that would look wonderful on a tree or wreath or any display that needs that winter look.<br />
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/36325517/3-yarn-crochet-icicle-decorations-wreath?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank">3 yarn icicles with free U.S. shipping</a>.</div>
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If you would like to make your crochet icicles click on the 'buy now' button on the right, or at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/snow-on-icicle-crochet-christmas-ornament" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Ravelry store</a>, or <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/37068792/snow-on-icicle-crochet-pdf-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_34" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy</a>, or <a href="http://www.lovecrochet.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/81298?country=US" target="_blank">my loveCrochet site</a> for folks that have VAT taxes.</div>
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Are you looking for that perfect shrug, cardigan or sweater that will add elegance and flair to any outfit? I have 3 sizes already hand knit for you with free U.S. shipping made of soft Merino wool and silk. </div>
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Are you looking for a warm poncho to throw on for added warmth? This poncho is made with the same exquisite yarn and will ship to you for free in the United States. </div>
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Would you like to knit either of these pattern for your self using the yarn you prefer? The patterns are available, using the 'buy now' button on the right, or at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?ref=listing-shop2-all-items-count&section_id=7823224" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations knitting pattern on Etsy</a>, on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/bundles/lace-knit-bundle" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Ravelry shop lace-knit-bundle</a>.</div>
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Are you looking for some fingerless gloves for the man in your life? These gloves are hand knit for you, using cotton and tencel for ease of washing. My husband loves to use the pair I made for him so that he can still feel for areas that need to be sanded in his woodworking shop. These also have free shipping in the U.S. and are already made for you in a Rust color.</div>
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If you would like to make your own pair out of yarn you prefer to use, the pattern is available by using the 'buy now' button on the right. This pattern is also available in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?ref=listing-shop2-all-items-count&section_id=7823224" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> or at <a href="https://www.craftsy.com/knitting/patterns/winter-tree-cable-mens-fingerless-glove/100646" target="_blank">Craftsy shop</a> or <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/bundles/scarves--gloves" target="_blank">Ravelry shop scarves--gloves</a> along with some other scarves and fingerless gloves pattern.</div>
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Do you love crochet art? There is free shipping in the United States on all my crochet wall hangings.</div>
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The patterns for all of these holiday décor are available by using the 'buy now' button on the right or at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?ref=listing-shop2-all-items-count&section_id=14178697" target="_blank">AndersonsCreation.etsy.com</a> or at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/bundles/christmas-crochet-patterns" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Ravelry shop</a>. </div>
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I hope this early holiday sale helps you feel like winter is coming and gives you a chance to buy an item that you have wanted all year long.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-78088570319370713262016-10-14T16:07:00.000-07:002016-10-14T16:07:34.785-07:00New Halloween decoration Halloween is almost upon us. As a mother, this was always a fun time of year for my children and I. When they got older, they would go to a local vintage shop and buy pieces of clothing that they would work into a costume. They would start with an idea of what they wanted to go as and then work on these projects after school for at least a month before hand.<br />
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I was recently asked to make a bookmark that looked like the "wicked witch of the west" and one that looked like Glinda the good witch.<br />
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I have got the wicked witch of the west done for anyone who would like a special gift for a Halloween party or a Halloween decoration that no one else has.<br />
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She would look wonderful in a Halloween wreath or wall decoration. She can be found at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/482389635/thread-crochet-bookmarkwizard-of-oz?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy</a>. I like how she came out. The pattern is not available yet. I am currently working on Glinda.</div>
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I already had made many of the characters of the wizard of Oz. I live in Kansas and these seemed like fun reading characters for my shop.<br />
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If you would like this bookmark already made for you, you will find it in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/77183755/dorothy-toto-crochet-bookmark-reading?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a>. The thread crochet pattern to make you own can be found <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/75759157/dorothy-of-oz-bookmark-pattern-pdf-file?ref=shop_home_active_21" target="_blank">here on Etsy</a> or click the "buy now" button on the right. I also have the pattern in my <a href="http://www.lovecrochet.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/68073?country=US" target="_blank">LoveCrochet shop</a></div>
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Here is a link to the actual bookmark already made for you in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/98029917/crochet-bookmark-cowardly-lion-reading?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a>. If you would like to make this thread crochet pattern, use the "buy now" button at the right or it can be found <a href="http://www.lovecrochet.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/68387?country=US" target="_blank">at Lovecrochet</a> and on <a href="https://www.craftsy.com/crocheting/patterns/cowardly-lion-bookmark/114179" target="_blank">Craftsy</a>.</div>
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This is my version of the Scarecrow that I have made for you in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/80487642/crochet-bookmark-scarecrow-of-oz-reading?ref=shop_home_active_16" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations</a> on Etsy. The pattern to make your own is available from the button on the right or at <a href="https://www.craftsy.com/crocheting/patterns/scarecrow-of-oz-bookmark/108122" target="_blank">Craftsy</a> or <a href="http://www.lovecrochet.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/68074?country=US" target="_blank">Lovecrochet.</a><br />
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My Tin Man bookmark can be found <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/100338124/crochet-bookmark-tin-woodman-of-oz?ref=shop_home_active_12" target="_blank">at Etsy.</a> If you would like to make this pattern for yourself, use the "buy now" button or, if you would rather, it is available at <a href="http://www.lovecrochet.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/68076?country=US" target="_blank">Lovecrochet</a> or on <a href="https://www.craftsy.com/crocheting/patterns/tin-woodman-of-oz-bookmark/116556" target="_blank">Craftsy.</a><br />
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-6624759389594261372016-09-07T14:13:00.002-07:002016-09-07T14:13:52.787-07:00Warm and fashionable lace knit accessories for fallWith cooler weather coming to Kansas, my thoughts always turn to knitted lace as a way to stay warm on cooler evenings and morning. I love to knit with Merino wool blends because this wool is as soft as cotton with the added warmth of wool. Alpaca is also warm and can be soft but needs to be blended as it has a stretch factor without a blend of silk. merino wool, or angora to keep that from happening.<br />
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My newest design is made using a Merino and silk blend with Cascade's yarn called Venezia Sport. Ponchos are so versatile and easy to throw on for added warmth.<br />
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If you don't want to make it yourself from a pattern, this delightful poncho is available to buy at my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/276932042/knit-poncho-lace-shawl-cape-silk-and?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> and is made with this wonderful yarn. The pattern can be made with any yarn that is of similar weight and works up quickly and easily. The pattern is available at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/291639015/knit-poncho-pattern-majestic-queen-of?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a>. The pattern is also on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/majestic-queen-of-hearts-poncho" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Ravelry shop,</a> or use the buy now button on the right. <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/clothing/majestic-queen-of-hearts-poncho/203288" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Creations on Craftsy</a> has my pattern for sale. If you are from Canada or anywhere in the European Union, you will find it <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/135896" target="_blank">at LoveKnitting.</a><br />
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Do you like wraps or shawls as much as I do? They add that touch of elegance to any outfit and work up quickly. This pattern uses Kid Seta Lace weight or any lace weight yarn and is wonderfully soft and lightweight.<br />
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The pattern can be found at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/29703040/knit-wrap-pattern-pretty-in-hearts?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy.</a> It is also available on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pretty-in-hearts-wrap" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Ravelry shop</a> or use the "buy now" button on the right. You will also find this pattern at <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/clothing/pretty-in-hearts-wrap-/1044" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Creation on Craftsy</a> or on <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/68060" target="_blank">Loveknitting</a> European buyers.<br />
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Do you love to make scarves to keep the cold out? This scarf was created with the love of evergreens that keep winter green. This scarf can be made into a hooded scarf if you like. It uses a DK weight yarn like Misti Alpaca, a soft Alpaca and silk blend.<br />
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This pattern can be found at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/67929650/knit-pdf-pattern-scarf-or-hooded-scarf?ref=shop_home_active_8" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy</a> or on <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/pine-trees-and-cones-scarf-or-scoodie/372" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Creations on Craftsy</a>. You will find it on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pine-trees-and-cones-scarf-or-scoodie" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Ravelry shop</a> or use the "buy now" button on the right of the page. European buyers can find it on <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/68070" target="_blank">LoveKnitting.</a></div>
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This pattern is available for European Buyers at <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/68072" target="_blank">LoveKnitting.</a> You will find it in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/74505977/knit-fingerless-gloves-pdf-pattern-pine?ref=shop_home_active_7" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy</a> or <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/pine-tree--cone-fingerless-gloves/346" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Creations on Craftsy.</a> Use the "buy now" button on the right or find this pattern <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pine-tree--cone-fingerless-gloves" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Ravelry shop.</a></div>
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What about the men in your life? This is a cable pattern I designed as my husband wanted a pair of fingerless gloves that would keep his hand warm and still allow him to feel the wood he is sanding.<br />
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This pair is made with Worsted weight yarn that is Pima Cotton/tencel for easy washing and available for you at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/86406345/mens-winter-tree-cable-knit-fingerless?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy</a>. This Winter Tree cable fingerless gloves pattern works up quickly using Worsted weight yarn. You will find this pattern at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/87944726/mens-knit-fingerless-gloves-pattern-pdf?ref=shop_home_active" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a> or on <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/winter-tree-cable-mens-fingerless-glove/646" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Creations on Craftsy</a>. European Buyers can find it at <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/68075" target="_blank">LoveKnitting</a> or use the "buy now" button on the right. If you are a Ravelry member, you will find the pattern at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/winter-tree-cable-mens-fingerless-gloves" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Ravelry shop</a>.<br />
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What about a sweater or shrug that adds glamour and grace to any outfit? I used the amazingly soft and warm Cascade's Venezia Sport which is Merino wool and silk blend. I have several sizes that are already for you at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?ref=listing-shop2-all-items-count&section_id=6100686" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy.</a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Would you like to make this pattern using your own or Sport weight yarn? The pattern is very versatile and can be made for different lengths and different sizes from small to 5 extra large. It can be found at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?ref=listing-shop2-all-items-count&section_id=7823224" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy</a> along with all my knitting patterns. You can also find it at on <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/clothing/de-vinely-bohemian-lace-shrug/152064" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Creations on Craftsy.</a> The pattern is available for European Buyers on <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/catalog/product/view/id/109607" target="_blank">LoveKnitting</a> or use the "buy now" button on the right. Ravelry also has the pattern on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/de-vinely-bohemian-shrug" target="_blank">LoisLeigh Creations on Ravelry</a><br />
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I love knitting with quality and luxurious yarns and making them into Autumn accessories that help others feel glorious wearing them. What is your favorite type of accessory and what do you love about it?<br />
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-43898924605484840492016-06-13T15:26:00.000-07:002016-06-13T15:26:43.540-07:00newest bookmark thread crochet design - daffodil FairyI often get asked where my ideas come from for my various bookmarks. This one came from my garden. I was looking through my spring garden of daffodils. I realized that the trumpet for the flower would make a fantastic shirt and the petals would work naturally into a skirt. I had wanted to design a fairy bookmark for a while now and I saw exactly how I could do it.<br />
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She is available pre-made at my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/277228810/crochet-bookmark-springtime-daffodil?ref=shop_home_feat_4" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations.etsy.com</a>. Her head and flower can hang outside the book to remind the reader there is more story to come. What a fantastic achievement award for anyone who loves to read.<br />
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One of the trickier parts of the pattern is how to make the flower petals. Flower petals are usually worked down one side of a chain and then down the second side of the same chain. When you start at the waist with the chain the end of the petal ends up at the opposite end of the chain then the waist. I also needed a way for all the separate petals to be joined to each other. I decided to use the front loop of the petal to slip stitch back to the waist. I then worked another chain for a second petal and joined the two petals with a slip stitch in the unused back loop behind the slip stitches going down to the waist. </div>
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My pattern testers really enjoyed making this pattern which works up quickly. One tester had never used thread to crochet with and she really loved making this. I use a larger hook than is normally used to get the bookmarks to a "good" size and to encourage others not to be afraid to work with thread which I love working with. My pattern for this bookmark can be found at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/daffodil-spring-fairy-bookmark" target="_blank">LoisLeigh's Ravelry shop</a>. It is also available at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/398723793/daffodil-fairy-thread-crochet-bookmark?ref=shop_home_active_6" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations.etsy.com.</a> If you are from Canada or the European Union I now have the pattern available at <a href="http://designers.loveknitting.com/#/design/575096142ae1234f46730d9f" target="_blank">Loveknitting shop (Lovecrochet shop)</a> Or you can use the buy now link at the left of this post. This button will take you to your PayPal account.</div>
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I really love how she came out and I am going to be designing more fairy items. There are so many ideas running through my head with out enough time to design them all. I add them to a list and work on my present design. I often get requests for characters to make into bookmarks. So many good ideas but they need to be generic so that I don't run into copyright or trademark disputes. Nature seems to be one of my primary design inspiration.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-91469391793789789872016-04-27T14:53:00.000-07:002016-04-27T14:56:00.503-07:00new spring knit patterns to keep the chill out just in time for Mothers dayI love spring with all the flowers and new growing plants outside. What may start out to be a glorious day outside, may cloud up and get chilly. This is the time of year for sweaters, shrugs, capes or ponchos to keep the chill out.<br />
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I grew up in the Southwest and ponchos were my go to sweater to throw over any outfit. Well, they are back in style. My daughter, who loves hearts, suggested I design a poncho for this current trend.<br />
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This poncho is now available made for you using a wonderfully soft and warm Merino wool and silk yarn at my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/276932042/knit-poncho-queen-of-hearts-luxurious?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a>. If you would like to make it yourself, I now have the pattern at my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/majestic-queen-of-hearts-poncho" target="_blank">Ravelry store</a> or for Canadian buyers it is available at <a href="http://designers.loveknitting.com/#/design/571149b1ecfe27d972dde91e" target="_blank">LoveKnitting shop</a>. I should be available by the weekend in my Etsy shop. Or you can use the <strong>buy now </strong>button on the right.</div>
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This pattern works up quickly. You will need 614 yards (562.m) of yarn to make this poncho and uses size US 11 - (8.0 mm) knitting needles which are oversized to add to the lacey affect of the poncho. </div>
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This poncho is constructed differently than traditional ponchos. It is made from two rectangular lace panels that are half as wide as they are long. These two pieces are sewn together in such a way as to create the V-neck and the point at the bottom.</div>
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I also made a wonderful shrug that can be warn at night to add flair to any outfit. I have it for sale at my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/221666323/orchid-long-shrug-or-duster-adult-women?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> in a variety of sizes.<br />
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If you like to knit and would like to make it for yourself using the colors and sizes just for you, it comes in size small all the way up to 5 extra large. You can find the pattern at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/237439266/knit-pattern-shrug-pdf-pattern-file-de?ref=shop_home_active_7" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a>, on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/de-vinely-bohemian-shrug" target="_blank">my Ravelry shop</a> or for European Union buyers I have the pattern on <a href="http://designers.loveknitting.com/#/design/557cb5afecfe270503728370" target="_blank">my LoveKnitting shop</a>.</div>
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What a great gift for mother's who have trouble staying warm during the cool of the night or early morning sunshine. I love to knit in the winter. </div>
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Now that it is warming up it is time to get out my crochet hooks and work with cotton thread.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-3977854801240091912016-03-31T15:45:00.000-07:002016-03-31T15:45:40.650-07:00New crochet pillow top patternI have just finished a new crochet pillow pattern that features Raggedy Ann on one side and Raggedy Andy on the other side. It took a long time to design this pattern but it was totally worth it. My pattern testers really enjoyed making this one. <br />
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This pattern is now available on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/raggedy-ann-and-andy-pillow" target="_blank">my Ravelry store,</a> at <a href="http://designers.loveknitting.com/#/designs" target="_blank">my lovecrochet store</a> for Canadian and European Union readers and in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/271375283/crochet-pillow-pattern-of-raggedy-ann?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">my etsy shop</a>. If you don't love to crochet but would like to purchase the pillow, it is available <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/266134350/raggedy-ann-and-andy-crochet-pillow-15-x?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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The pillow is based on my Raggedy Ann bookmark. She is made out of thread and it really a quick crochet project for anyone who loves Raggedy Ann. The pattern is available on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/loisleighs-story-time-raggedy-ann-bookmark" target="_blank">here on Ravelry</a> or at my Etsy shop in the left side section called crochet patterns. If you don't like to crochet in thread and love the bookmark, you can purchase it <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/62481304/raggedy-ann-crochet-bookmark-reading?ref=shop_home_active_10" target="_blank">here</a>. <br />
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The back side of the pillow was based on my Raggedy Andy bookmark. This thread crochet bookmark pattern is available at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/loisleighs-story-time-bookmark-series-raggedy-andy" target="_blank">my Ravelry shop</a>, at <a href="http://designers.loveknitting.com/#/designs" target="_blank">lovecrochet shop</a> or on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/53054670/raggedy-andy-bookmark-pattern-pdf-file?ref=shop_home_active_14" target="_blank">etsy</a>. Would you like this bookmark already made for you? It is available <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/49241535/raggedy-andy-crochet-bookmark-out-of?ref=shop_home_active_13" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
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I used a spike stitch to add interest to the background of the pillow. Spike stitches are fun and easy to make. I used half double crochet in groups of 3 with a chain one to separate them. The middle hdc is made in the chain one space in the double crochet row below.<br />
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I used a love knot stitch to make both Raggedy Ann and Andy's hair. All my patterns are tested by at least 2 other people and the feedback I have gotten from them is that it is a fun and well written pattern to make. I use picture tutorials on stitches that might be new to a maker. The pattern is rated for ambitious beginners who like would like to learn new stitches.</div>
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This pillow will really add a new flair to your home décor or nursery décor. The twelve inch motifs could easily make a wonderful baby blanket for new arrivals by joining to squares together in whatever size you would want to make the baby quilt.</div>
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Pillows are such an easy and great way to freshen the home or nursery décor and work up really quickly.<br />
LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-69978616863331832412015-11-12T14:47:00.000-08:002015-11-12T15:24:30.084-08:00Christmas crochet patternsWith the cooler weather and snow coming I thought I would list some of my Christmas crochet patterns. I know that this is early, but in order to make these patterns in time for Christmas, I wanted to get these posted. All of my patterns have been tested by 2 or 3 other individuals so that they make sense and to catch any errors. I also list my e-mail address on each pattern so that you can reach me by e-mail if you have a question on them.<br />
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I love this time of year with snow and icicles. Unfortunately, our state does not always have snow. I made a quick and fun pattern to decorate the Christmas tree or wreaths or package wrapping with.<br />
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The pattern gives picture tutorials on how to add the pearl like beads at the bottom of each icicle. You can find my pattern on my<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/37068792/snow-on-icicle-crochet-pdf-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank"> Etsy shop</a>, at my <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/snow-on-icicle-crochet-christmas-ornamen/27034" target="_blank">Craftsy store</a>, in my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/snow-on-icicle-crochet-christmas-ornament" target="_blank">Ravelry store</a>, or use the buy now button at the right. If you would like to buy three of these decorations already made for you, you can find them for sale in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/36325517/3-yarn-crochet-icicle-decorations-wreath?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a>.</div>
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In our house, Christmas is all about the birth of my Savior, Jesus Christ. Before the birth of this miracle baby, God sent an angel to tell Mary and the shepherds about what He was doing. </div>
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You can buy the pattern using the "buy now" button on the right, or here in my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/angel-christmas-ornament-or-guadian-angel-decoration" target="_blank">Ravelry shop</a>, in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/60796186/crochet-angel-pattern-ornament-or?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">Etsy store</a> or on <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/other/angel-christmas-ornamentguardian-angel-/7561" target="_blank">Craftsy.</a> She would look wonderful on a wall or tree or even in the middle of a wreath. </div>
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I have so many Nativity sets that all my surfaces are covered. I designed a nativity set for the wall.</div>
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The pattern includes the patterns for Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, the star and the background. Use the buy now button on the right to purchase this pattern or buy it at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/209604635/crochet-nativity-pdf-pattern-ornaments?ref=shop_home_active_19" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations</a> on Etsy or at my <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/crochet-nativity-wall-hanging/55164" target="_blank">Craftsy Store</a>. If you don't have the time or inclination to make this yourself, you can buy this glorious wall hanging <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/151737554/crochet-nativity-wall-hanging-crochet?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">here.</a></div>
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The sweet little baby Jesus pattern along with the other 2 characters can be purchased separately and hung on a tree or wreath and then put in the nativity on Christmas day. I love the baby Jesus as he has no glass parts so that he makes a perfect teaching tool that small hands cannot break him.</div>
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You can use the buy now button on the right to purchase this pattern or but it on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/124417102/crochet-pdf-pattern-baby-jesus-in-a?ref=shop_home_active_11" target="_blank">Etsy</a>, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/baby-jesus-crochet-ornament" target="_blank">Ravelry</a>, or on <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/baby-jesus-crochet-ornament/46391" target="_blank">Craftsy</a>. I have set up a section in my Ravelry shop that has all my Christmas Crochet patterns in one convenient place. <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/bundles/christmas-crochet-patterns" target="_blank">Ravelry Christmas Crochet</a> If you are interested in buying this darling ornament already made for you, you will find it in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/114432018/crochet-baby-jesus-ornament-wreath?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a>.</div>
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Another tradition I love at Christmas time in Christmas Carolers. The Victorian Carolers are also attached to a hoop and are ready to celebrate Christ's birth in song.</div>
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The pattern includes complete instructions on making a male and female character standing by a gas street light on a snowy street. Use the buy now button on the right or buy the pattern at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/255867394/victorian-carolers-wall-hanging-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations on Etsy</a>, or on <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/victorian-carolers-wall-hanging-/7658" target="_blank">Craftsy</a> or at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/victorian-carolers-wall-hanging" target="_blank">my Ravelry store</a>. If you would prefer to buy this wall hanging already hand made for you, you can find it in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/171052339/crochet-victorian-carolers-wall-hanging?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">my etsy shop</a>.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-72265699034961245462015-09-09T16:14:00.000-07:002015-09-09T16:29:26.758-07:00Autumn knit patterns and itemsIt has been a very busy summer with almost a complete month of vacations. We got to spend a lot of time with our grandchildren. What a treat. Then, off to the mountains, where I get so very many ideas. I love pine trees and the wonderfully delicate flowers<br />
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With the cooler weather of Autumn I thought I would showcase some of my knit designs and items for the Fall.<br />
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I love knit lace and designed a fingerless gloves pattern and a matching scarf using DK weight yarns. I designed the fingerless gloves pattern that fits so well because of the stretching ability of knits and the designed shaping in the pattern. This pattern includes charts along with written instructions.<br />
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This pattern can be found at <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/pine-tree--cone-fingerless-gloves/346" target="_blank">Craftsy,</a> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/74505977/knit-fingerless-gloves-pdf-pattern-pine?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations at Etsy.com</a>, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pine-tree--cone-fingerless-gloves" target="_blank">Ravelry shop</a> or use the buy now button at the right for European buyers. For Canadian and European buyers, I now have a <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/pine-tree-cone-fingerless-gloves-knitting-pattern-by-loisleigh" target="_blank">LoveKnitting shop.</a><br />
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The matching scarf has written instructions and charts and includes instructions on making the scarf into a scoodie if wanted.<br />
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This pattern is in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/67929650/knit-pdf-pattern-scarf-or-scoodie-pine?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a>, on <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/pine-trees-and-cones-scarf-or-scoodie/372" target="_blank">my craftsy shop</a> and <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pine-trees-and-cones-scarf-or-scoodie" target="_blank">my Ravelry shop</a>. For Canadian and European buyers please use the buy now button on the right hand side or out of <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/pine-trees-and-cones-scarf-or-scoodie-knitting-pattern-by-loisleigh" target="_blank">my LoveKnitting shop</a>. My Etsy shop offers a discount for buying both these patterns together <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/162181748/knit-pattern-sale-bundle-of-fingerless?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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My latest lace knit pattern is the De-Vinely Bohemian Lace Shrug. Again this pattern includes charts and written pattern instructions. It is made to be flattering to just about any shape or size with different lengths for taller or shorter and has sizing for Women's size small all the way to 5 X-large.</div>
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What a glorious way to add warmth and elegance to any outfit for cooler Fall evenings. Again, this pattern can be found at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/237439266/knit-pattern-de-vinely-bohemian-lace?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations</a>, <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/clothing/de-vinely-bohemian-lace-shrug/152064" target="_blank">my Craftsy shop</a>, <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/de-vinely-bohemian-shrug" target="_blank">at Ravelry</a> or <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/de-vinely-bohemian-shrug-knitting-pattern-by-loisleigh" target="_blank">my LoveKnitting Patterns</a> or use the buy now button on the right.</div>
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If you don't like to knit and would love the own this glorious shrug I have made some using a wonderful yarn that is Merino wool (a very soft wool) and silk. The burgundy and charcoal short shrug is for Women size small to large at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/228980298/burgundy-and-charcoal-lace-shrug-womens?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a></div>
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If you are interested a longer version, because you are taller that most people, in women's size small to large you will find it <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/221666323/orchid-long-shrug-adult-women-size-small?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">here</a>. I used the same wonderful yarn with orchid and cream lace edging.</div>
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I also made this pattern for us larger women in size 3 X to 5 X large. I love the teal color with the light gray lace edging and it can, also, be found in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/240512551/teal-and-gray-lace-shrug-womens-size-3x?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">my Etsy shop</a>.</div>
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What about the men who would love fingerless gloves. My husband loves his because as a wood worker, he needs to feel the wood grain to work on it. The Winter tree cable knit fingerless gloves pattern works up quickly and includes charts and written instructions. Again because of the stretch in the knit fabric this will fit men's hands and includes shaping so that it will wrap their hand in warmth but their fingers free to feel what they are working on.</div>
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This pattern is available at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/87944726/mens-knit-fingerless-gloves-pattern-pdf?ref=shop_home_active_7" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations</a>, <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/winter-tree-cable-mens-fingerless-glove/646" target="_blank">my Craftsy shop</a>, at <a href="http://www.loveknitting.com/us/winter-tree-cable-mens-fingerless-gloves-knitting-pattern-by-loisleigh" target="_blank">my LoveKnitting designs</a>, at my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/winter-tree-cable-mens-fingerless-gloves" target="_blank">Ravelry shop</a> or use the buy now button on the right side of this post.</div>
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If you would like a pair of these fantastic gloves already made for you, I made a pair using a rust colored cotton yarn for easy washing. </div>
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All my knit designs can be found at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?section_id=7823224&ref=shopsection_leftnav_8" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations</a>, <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/user/26536/pattern-store?_ct=cx-buvjdql&_ctp=my-pattern-store,manage" target="_blank">Craftsy shop</a> or <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/bundles/lace-knit-bundle" target="_blank">on Ravelry</a> or use the buy now buttons on the right of this post.</div>
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Autumn is one of my favorite times of year in Kansas with the heat cooling down to comfortable without air-conditioning. What is your favorite way to add warmth to outfits with the cooling temperatures?</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-69328489908768760732015-06-26T17:42:00.000-07:002015-06-26T17:42:27.644-07:00Summer surprises and newest knit patternYesterday was the warmest day so far (heat index if 100+) so, of course, our air-conditioner decided to die. Our little house heats up like an oven and we were all very well done. Luckily, we were able to buy another one and my husband was able to get it in and working. Today, I am very comfortable and very thankful. (I think our old air-conditioner had been going for a while, judging by how much better the house feels with the new one.)<br />
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I have got my newest knit pattern back from the pattern testers and it is now for sale. The response has been amazing and one of my biggest sellers to date. I held an informal survey on Facebook and combined a couple of suggestions for the name and the De-Vinely Bohemian Lace Shrug was put on my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/de-vinely-bohemian-shrug" target="_blank">Ravelry store</a>, my <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/clothing/de-vinely-bohemian-lace-shrug/152064" target="_blank">Craftsy site</a> and my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/237439266/knit-pattern-de-vinely-bohemian-lace?ref=shop_home_active_12" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> . This pattern has both written instructions and charts to follow. It can be made for women's sizes small clear up to 5 X-large. There is a shorter version for people who are shorter in stature and a longer version for taller people. The lace edging is a vine pattern that I designed and should flatter most figures.<br />
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For people who do not enjoy knitting, I have a women size small to medium longer version in my Etsy shop. The yarn I used is a luxury merino wool (which is so soft) and silk blend.<br />
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The main section is made using a right twist on a two stitch ribbing pattern. Right twist are not hard and are a way to add a cable look without using a cable needle.</div>
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After working a knit 2, purl 2 ribbing for 4 rows, you create the right twist on the knit stitches on the 5th and 6th row. This adds some interest to a plain rib design.</div>
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To work the right twist on the 5th and 6th row, when you come to the knit 2, knit the in the 2nd stitch on the needle, <strong>without</strong> taking it off the needle.</div>
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This stitch adds some interest in the design without taking out the stretch and shrinking of the rib so that the garment fits your particular body shape.</div>
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I want to thank everyone who has bought this pattern from an independent designer which is what encourages us to design more.</div>
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I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer and staying comfortable in the warm summer temperatures. I am going to be crocheting with a cotton yarn tonight next to my new air-conditioner. What do you like to do in the summer heat? </div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-28222815732732969962015-05-26T17:28:00.001-07:002015-05-26T17:29:25.198-07:00Summer crochet and knit patterns.We had had so much rain this past month that everything is blooming. I love this time of year. Flowers are so inspirational. Here are some pictures of our various gardens and the patterns that they helped to inspire.<br />
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Iris are so beautiful and was the inspiration for this luxurious iris lace scarf. You can find the patterns on Craftsy <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/loisleighs-luxurious-lacy-iris-scarf-/95126" target="_blank">here</a> or on Ravelry with the buy now button or from this <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/loisleighs-luxurious-lacy-iris-scarf" target="_blank">link</a>. </div>
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This is very long scarf [100 inches (254 cm) long] and is made with a wonderful yarn that is not only soft but also has the wonderful shimmer than goes with silk. The scarf keeps the iris alive all year long.</div>
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Columbine are my absolute favorite flower and so I had to try and make some accessories that included this flower. In honor of our granddaughter I made a headband or hair clips that include this wonderful flower.</div>
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This pattern includes instructions for making the headband for any size head and can be found with the buy now button on the right, or on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/columbine-headband" target="_blank">my Ravelry store</a> or at my <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/accessory/columbine-headband-and-barrettes/42613" target="_blank">Craftsy store</a>. Of course I had to make some bookmarks for my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/215193130/crochet-bookmark-columbine-flower-blue?ref=shop_home_active_13" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a>. I love how they came out.</div>
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Another favorite flower is the rose and with our recent rain, our roses are blooming like crazy.</div>
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I love to crochet roses. They are fun to make and they never lose petals to the Kansas wind. Here is a doily pattern at my <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/rose-budding-hearts-doily/640" target="_blank">Craftsy store</a> or on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/loisleighs-rose-budding-hearts-doily" target="_blank">Ravelry.</a></div>
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Here is a pattern that has more blooming roses. If you follow the instructions and add a prism you will have rainbows on your wall when you hang this from a southern facing window. (I love rainbows on the wall.)</div>
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/43243738/crochet-suncatcher-ring-of-roses?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">pre-made window sun catcher</a></div>
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If you would like to make one of these for yourself, using the colors you would like to see, the pattern can be found at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ring-of-roses-sun-catcher" target="_blank">my Ravelry shop</a> or on <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/ring-of-roses-suncatcher/643" target="_blank">my Craftsy store. </a></div>
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With Father's Day coming up, how about making Dad a pair of fingerless gloves? I made this pattern for my husband who wanted a pair using cotton yarn which is so much easier to launder. </div>
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If you like to make cable knits, this fingerless gloves pattern has both a chart and written instructions and as with all my patterns has been tested by two other people to find mistakes in the instructions. The pattern can be found in Craftsy <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/knitting/accessory/winter-tree-cable-mens-fingerless-glove/646" target="_blank">here</a> or at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/winter-tree-cable-mens-fingerless-gloves" target="_blank">my Ravelry store.</a></div>
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I am still designing bookmarks and should have a new one out soon. In the meantime, I just found a Russian blog that is featuring my bookmarks. The Google translate does a pretty good job and I was so honored to be featured. Here is the <a href="http://handmademoney.blogspot.com/search?q=LoisLeigh+Anderson" target="_blank">here</a>, My designs are now international, lol.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-77826121420879395132015-04-20T13:59:00.001-07:002015-04-20T13:59:56.302-07:00Mother's Day ideasI have been super busy with business taxes, custom orders and some other tasks. I am done with taxes and have a bit of time to write in my blog.<br />
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I did want to share a link to an online magazine, Mental Floss, that is showing different bookmarks. My cowardly lion is in the round up with a wonderful review. <a href="http://mentalfloss.com/article/63057/11-beautiful-bookmarks-bibliophiles-will-love" target="_blank">http://mentalfloss.com/article/63057/11-beautiful-bookmarks-bibliophiles-will-love</a> What an honor to included in this article.<br />
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Is your mother a reader? Does she have a favorite character from a book that is not trademarked? Here a link to some bookmarks that are already made. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?section_id=6209177&ref=shopsection_leftnav_2" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?section_id=6209177&ref=shopsection_leftnav_2</a><br />
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I just finished a custom order for someone who wanted an Alice in Wonderland with the flamingo so she can play a game of croquet. She is going to put it in a shadow box and not use it as a bookmark, so I was able to stuff the body of the flamingo. Here is the finished product.<br />
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I am really happy with the result. I enjoy custom orders as I get some really great ideas from them.<br />
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If you would like to make your own bookmarks I sell patterns at my <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/user/26536/pattern-store?_ct=cx-buvjdql&_ctp=my-pattern-store,manage" target="_blank">Craftsy store</a>, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?section_id=6122367&ref=shopsection_leftnav_3" target="_blank">Etsy bookmark patterns</a> or use the buy now buttons on the side to buy them on Ravelry.com. I also have some of the patterns bundled for better prices at my Etsy shop.<br />
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Does your mother love roses and doilies? Here is doily she will love.</div>
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Want to make it for her yourself? Use the buy now button to get it through Ravelry. On Craftsy, <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/rose-budding-hearts-doily/640" target="_blank">doily pattern</a> or in <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/52295696/crochet-doily-pattern-rose-budding?ref=shop_home_active_21" target="_blank">crochet patterns</a> at my Etsy shop.</div>
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Does your mother love rainbows? Here is a sun catcher that looks wonderful in a window and includes a crystal to create rainbows on her wall.</div>
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If you would like to make your mother a sun catcher, this pattern includes instructions on how to attach a crystal drop to make the rainbows on her wall and can be found <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ring-of-roses-sun-catcher" target="_blank">Ravelry shop pattern</a>, and in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/42781022/crochet-pdf-pattern-ring-of-roses?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> or on<a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/ring-of-roses-suncatcher/643" target="_blank"> Craftsy</a>.</div>
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Does your mother like columbines as much as I do? These wonderful chokers would make the perfect addition to her spring wardrobe.</div>
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Would you like to make these beauties in the colors she would love. Click the buy now button to find the pattern on Ravelry.com, at <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/accessory/crochet-columbine-choker-or-v-neck-colla/33684" target="_blank">Craftsy.com,</a> or in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/107936701/crochet-pdf-pattern-columbine-choker-or?ref=shop_home_active_8" target="_blank">etsy shop</a>.</div>
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With spring comes the up and down temperatures from day to day and sometimes hour to hour. For that special mother who deserves only the best, this glorious shrug is available in my shop.</div>
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This one is made for a woman size small to medium and is made using wonderfully soft Merino wool and silk yarn. It is nice and long. If your mother needs it in another size and color combination, here is the same pattern with the same glorious yarn for women up to size large. </div>
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With mother's day right around the corner and spring in the air, I hope this round-up gives some great ideas for items any mother would love. What do you think?</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-40909622727504059742015-02-26T15:13:00.001-08:002015-02-26T15:13:06.954-08:00Winter knit patterns to help keep you warm outside.This year, winter has really hung around. With the cold hanging around the country we have burned more wood this year than in previous years. I love to knit and crochet by the fire. Lately, I am working on a new pattern for a shrug. Here is a picture of the completed project.<br />
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It fits women's XS to Medium. I made it with Merino wool and silk and it is the perfect accessory for adding warmth and flair to an outfit. This link takes you to the completed shrug. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/221666323/lavender-long-shrug-silk-and-merino-wool?ref=shop_home_feat_1" target="_blank">long shrug</a>. I am currently working on another for larger sized women in teal and grey. The results are stunning and I am excited to get this listed in my shop.</div>
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A scarf is also needed in this weather. Here is a design for anyone who is dreaming of flowers.</div>
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You can find it already made for you in my Etsy shop and I made it again with a wonderfully soft and silky Moreno and silk wool. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/189836924/knitted-luxurious-lacy-merino-and-silk?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">long lacy iris scarf.</a></div>
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Here is another scarf that I designed using Suri baby alpaca and silk yarn. I love how nice and warm this design keeps the wearer.</div>
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When I was designing the women's gloves my husband asked for something that he could wear so I had to design some fingerless gloves for him and other men. I made a cable stitch that looks like a winter tree.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-80665624131208474822015-01-20T15:33:00.001-08:002015-01-30T14:44:10.967-08:00Valentine's patterns and spring time lace knit and crochet patternsWith the weather just beginning to warm up in Kansas, I thought I would do a post on some of the wonderful knit and crochet patterns I have available for the spring. Because it is just starting to warm up, there are a lot of times a beautiful wrap is just the needed accessory to stay warm.<br />
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One of my favorite designs is this lovely knitted lacy wrap called Pretty in Hearts. Made in colors of your choosing, it works up quickly.<br />
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Another exquisite wrap design, that is a little more difficult because it involves nupps, but just as great for staying warm on cool nights is my 2 hearts together wrap. My pattern have all been tested by others and include picture tutorials of stitches. This pattern also includes instructions on how to make it without the nupps.</div>
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I also made a scarf for lace knitters who love the iris flower. This delightful scarf will provide warmth around the neck and head with the promise of spring coming.</div>
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If you would like to get this beautiful scarf already made using Merino wool (a very soft wool) and silk, I have it my etsy shop. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/189836924/knitted-luxurious-lacy-merino-and-silk?ref=shop_home_active_4" target="_blank">AndersonsCreations.etsy.com</a></div>
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I love knitted lace designs. I also love to crochet. I have many different patterns that would work well with the Valentine's Day or a spring time theme.</div>
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One of my favorite items in my own home in the winter time is my sun catchers in the window of my kitchen. It catches the winter sun shining through the prism and creates rainbows all over the walls. Here is the pattern for my sun catcher.</div>
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If you love doilies as much as I do you will love this pattern. The doily will add that special touch to any display you have in your home.</div>
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Of course, I had to make a story bookmark to celebrate Valentine's day. Here are two patterns that can be made for Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy lovers the world over.</div>
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I couldn't leave Raggedy Andy out, so here is what this bookmark looks like.</div>
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My husband and I got married in February and so beside Valentine's Day this time of year is very special to us. What do you like about this time of year?</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-48527780254193464712015-01-08T15:53:00.001-08:002015-01-08T15:53:35.352-08:00Warm knitting patterns for JanuaryBrrr... It is cold in Kansas this January and it looks like a large part of the world is dealing with frigid temperatures. So what do I do when it is so cold? I sit next to our fireplace in a very comfortable chair and knit with Merino wool yarn. The yarn I am using currently is Merino and silk yarn. (I like warm and soft wools, hence the choice of Merino) This way I stay warm and comfortable and provide a warm choice for others looking to stay warm.<br />
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Here is a wonderful pattern that I made my husband. He wanted a fingerless glove so that he could continue to feel the wood he works on in his heated shop.<br />
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I made a pair to sell in my Etsy shop using <span id="overview-materials">cotton and tencel to add to the ease of washing. I love the color</span></div>
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<span>Of course, I couldn't forget the women out their who love to make warm fingerless gloves. I love pine trees and see very few of them in Kansas so I decided to design some in this lace knit pattern.</span></div>
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I loved this lace pattern so much I just had to design a scarf to go with it. I used Misti Alpaca lace weight yarn which is quite warm and soft. </div>
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<span>Last year, my neice asked my to design a scarf for her using purple as the color. I came up with lace knit design for people who love the wonderful iris flower. I used Cascade's Merino and silk DK weight yarn for this pattern</span></div>
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<span>If you don't want to knit the pattern your self I have a long scarf already made for you out of this fabulous yarn in my Etsy shop.</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/171052339/crochet-victorian-carolers-wall-hanging?ref=shop_home_feat_1" target="_blank">buy finished Victorian Carolers wall hanging here</a></div>
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I love snow. Kansas doesn't always comply so I made this really easy snow on icicle ornament pattern to put around the house, on a tree or wreath. </div>
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<a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/snow-on-icicle-crochet-christmas-ornamen/27034" target="_blank">pattern available here</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/36325517/3-yarn-crochet-icicle-decorations?ref=shop_home_active_7" target="_blank">3 ready made ornaments at etsy store</a></div>
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A new crochet ornament that I finished this year is for anyone who has a new baby in their life. The back of the ornament has a flat area that could have a label attached with the baby's date of birth and name. They will last long after Christmas on a nursery wall.</div>
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In our house, Christmas is all about the announcement that the angel made to Mary about the birth of her miracle baby. Angels are all around us but we can't usually see them unless they allow us to. This ornament can hang on the tree or a wall the remind us of God's protection no matter what time of year.</div>
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What would Christmas be without the birth of that special baby 2000 year ago. This ornament of the sweet baby Jesus can be used on a tree or wreath. Making this ornament can help teach small ones what Christmas is about without fear of small hands breaking them. I had one customer tell me that she makes one for friends when they need comfort. </div>
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I love nativity sets so I had to design one that could hang on the wall as all my surfaces were covered with other crèches. This pattern includes 4 ornaments that would look wonderful on any tree or wreath.</div>
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I hope you enjoyed this review of all my Christmas patterns available right now. All these patterns can also be found at my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/designers/loisleigh-anderson" target="_blank">Ravelry store</a>. My <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?ref=shopsection_shophome_leftnav" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> has all these patterns along with many of the ready made items. What do you like to make at Christmas time?</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-18962926639596316922014-11-13T13:06:00.000-08:002014-11-14T12:21:28.240-08:00Babys first christmas ornamentThere is so much to be thankful for this month. On October 30, our new granddaughter, Ayme Elizabeth, was born.<br />
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She is so darling and so opposite her older sister, Naomi, who had no hair and is platinum blonde. (The story of Rose Red and Snow White is what comes to mind.) I wanted to design a pattern for her older sister when she was born. <br />
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This pattern is a more advanced pattern with picture tutorials on how to make the stamens. I wanted to design something a little simpler for our new grand baby. Since Christmas is coming up, I thought of a Christmas ornament. Here is Ayme's new ornament.</div>
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Once I got the pattern figured out, I decided to make one for each of the grandchildren including our grandson, Ethan.</div>
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This ornament has no glass for young hands to break. The backside has a perfect spot to transfer name and date of birth onto. I will be transferring the information onto a piece of cotton material and then sewing the material onto the back.<br />
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The pattern is back from my pattern testers and has been checked for errors. It is a fast and fun Christmas crochet pattern to make. You can find the pattern here in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/210309743/christmas-crochet-pattern-babys-first?ref=shop_home_active_5" target="_blank">etsy shop</a>. Here is the pattern in my <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/babys-first-christmas-ornament-3" target="_blank">Ravelry</a> and <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/home-decor/babys-first-christmas-ornament/120852" target="_blank">Craftsy</a> shops. </div>
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Not only would this ornament be great on a Christmas tree but when the season is over, it would make a wonderful wall ornament for the nursery.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-86140195498210763842014-10-27T16:04:00.001-07:002017-03-29T11:37:01.705-07:00Custom ordersIt has been a while since I was able to blog. We had two wonderful vacations this summer. One to see our darling grandchildren and one to see the Colorado mountains where I get so much inspiration. When I got back, my computer broke. After the purchase of a new one it is finally up and running. Then came the loss of my father in this world. (I know I will see him, again, one day.)<br />
One thing my father taught me is, when life gets tough, start looking at everything I can find to be thankful for.<br />
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I thought I would do a post on one of the wonderful serendipities to selling my knit and crochet on line. That is custom orders. They always challenge me. One concern I often have is in using words to describe what a customer wants can cause confusion. (i.e., they want a tree. When I think tree, my mind envisions a Ponderosa pine tree. Is that what your mind envisions?) Most of my customers are not artists and so sending a simple drawing to show me what they have in mind is not an option.<br />
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A few months ago, I had a customer who was an artist. She could define colors to the shade and sent simple drawings. She also loved my rendition of columbines and she was wanting different versions of what I had in my shop with color variations from what was already there. She loves dark columbines and she wanted barrettes using these colors. Here are the pictures of the barrettes she wanted.<br />
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She also wanted a set of traditional colored columbines.</div>
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Custom orders give me an idea of what others are looking for and so I often make more to add to my shop. Here is what I am currently offering but color variations are an fairly simple request. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?section_id=6130192&ref=shopsection_leftnav_5" target="_blank">current supply of barrettes in my etsy shop</a></div>
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Besides this particular item, she also wanted columbines made into bookmarks and I came up with this design.</div>
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Finally she wanted a columbine necklace in various shades. I added this particular variation to a columbine pattern that is available in my pattern stores because I love how it came out.</div>
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If you would like to make your own choker necklace in the colors of your choosing, the pattern for it can be found here. <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/crocheting/accessory/crochet-columbine-choker-or-v-neck-colla/33684" target="_blank">columbine necklace pattern</a> The pattern includes picture tutorials that explain any stitches that might seem challenging.</div>
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It is amazing what ideas can spring from one customers order. I am very grateful for custom orders. I love making just what the customer had in mind and it sparks all sorts of ideas in my mind to do for future shoppers.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-86539152364020352542014-05-28T13:21:00.000-07:002014-05-28T13:21:31.207-07:00April Showers bring May FlowersAfter a very long winter and a very dry spring, we finally got some rain in Kansas. I thought I would show some of the spring flowers in my yarn.<br />
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The red bud trees are putting on their bloom.</div>
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Peonies are popping out all over.<br />
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daffodils are almost done.<br />
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My first bloom on my new rose bush.<br />
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I found a fabulous artist in a shop on etsy.com called ClaySoul. She makes some wonderful stoneware clay toad houses.</div>
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What does this all have to do with fiber art? Flowers are one of my main sources of inspiration.. Their color and beauty is so amazing and I just have to pick up a crochet hook (or knitting needle) and see what I can make that will imitate them.</div>
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Right now I am working on a large custom order of Columbine hair accessories and bookmarks in specific colors. This is a fairly advanced pattern and I love the results.</div>
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Anyway, April has been fun (except for taxes). My wonderful niece asked me to spin some angora and Merino wool into yarn and design a scarf for her. Her favorite color is purple so I decided a lacy iris scarf would fit the bill. This is my new favorite spinning wheel.<br />
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It spins so fast the yarn was made in no time at all. Then came the design process. I love lacy knits and my niece lives in Phoenix so I thought a little lace in this warm and soft angora/merino yarn would be appreciated. Here is her scarf finished.</div>
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When it was time for the making a pattern, I looked around for some yarn that would be as soft as the yarn I made, since pattern buyers don't all spin. I found a new yarn that I love on sale at Craftsy.com for a excellent price. You can get your own here: <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/supplies/cascade-venezia-sport-yarn/2067" target="_blank">cascade-venezia-sport-yarn</a></div>
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They even had the perfect color of Orchid Haze. I love, love, this yarn. It is so soft and it really shows the stitch definition. It is 70% Merino Wool and 30% silk to add that shimmer.</div>
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I will be buying more. Well the pattern is finished and back from two separate testers. One of them is using the pattern to make a pillow top. Here is a picture of the finished scarf. I still am looking for a model. The mannequin works to start the process.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-8632096192425800002014-03-05T15:46:00.000-08:002014-03-05T15:46:17.355-08:00St. Patrick's Days gifts to make or buy from EtsyFebruary flew by and it is March already. I am almost ready for my new lace knit scarf design to go to the testers. I thought I would showcase some of my favorite Etsy sellers gift offerings in this post.<br />
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If you want to make you own Lucky Irish Leprechaun bookmark, just hit the buy now button on the top right of this post and you will get the pattern. If you would rather buy it pre-made, the link below will take you to my Etsy shop. Here is what he looks like.<br />
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There are some wonderful Etsy artist who have some great gift ideas for St, Patricks Day. I love this baby outfit in QuinnysCrochet shop on Etsy.</div>
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NadiasKnits has this delight green tam that is adjustable for head sizes. Just the bit of green needed for St. Patricks day.</div>
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Another shop I love is SnowNoseCrafts on Etsy. This shop features some delightful kitchen towels that are made to hang on a draw pull or stove handle. This one features shamrocks.</div>
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Etsy is full of some wonderful fiber artists and it is hard to narrow the list of my favorites down to just a few. With spring just around the corner, St. Patricks Day makes a fantastic transition between winter and spring and it is so full of fun traditions. What is your favorite tradition around this holiday?</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-64069633430900823252014-01-28T15:43:00.000-08:002014-01-28T15:45:19.773-08:00Valentines day lace knitting and crochet patternsIt is almost the end of January and still very cold in Kansas. I love it. We have a wonderful fireplace and I love to sit near it and design a new lace design. I adore lace knitting. I am currently working on a purple lace knit scarf out of some home spun Moreno wool and angora bunny fur. I love how it is coming out. I will show pictures of the new design when I have it all blocked out. <br />
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With Valentines coming up, I thought, why not showcase some lace knit and crochet designs that have roses and hearts as a theme. I designed a warm wrap few year ago using Moreno and angora bunny fur. Any lace weight yarn will work with this pattern and I used size US 11 - 8.0 mm needles. Hearts and Diamonds wrap is a simple design for anyone who has done lace knitting before.<br />
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Along the same theme I designed Pretty in hearts using Kid Seta yarn and size US 8 - 5.0mm needles. It is a wonderful wrap that will take the chill out of summer evening and dress up an outfit with no sleeves.<br />
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The next wrap pattern, 2 hearts together, is just as light and airy using the same Kid Seta yarn and needles but uses nupps in the design. This pattern is for the more experienced lace knitter. I think either this pattern or Pretty in Hearts would make a wonderful wedding wrap for those strapless wedding dresses in a white lace yarn.</div>
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I also love to crochet and I love roses. Unfortunately, I do not have a green thumb and have had a hard time getting roses to bloom outside my home. So I designed a sun catcher using roses as a theme. If the crystal prisms are added to the pattern as suggested then all winter long I have rainbows on my walls from the drop crystals. I love the effect and it certainly brightens a winter home.</div>
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Finally, I created a thread crochet doily pattern that includes both hearts and rose buds. I love how this pattern came out.</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-64607182662662635332013-12-04T12:08:00.000-08:002013-12-06T10:55:49.270-08:00Christmas knit and crochet patterns.Time has zipped by here in Kansas and it is now my favorite time of year. The weather is very nice and cold and I get to sit by my fireplace and knit and design another scarf, fingerless gloves and other warm accessories. Here is the set I designed last year.<br />
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Right now I have these two patterns at a special price for those who would like to buy them both at my Etsy shop <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/162181748/knit-pattern-sale-bundle-of-fingerless?ref=shop_home_active" target="_blank">bundle price sale</a>. I have several patterns at special bundled prices in this section including the wizard of oz series of bookmarks.<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AndersonsCreations?section_id=14178697" target="_blank">sale patterns</a><br />
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I love the lights on houses and Christmas trees. I love getting the nativity sets out and using them all over the house. I have so many that I had to design a new one that can work as either ornaments or as a wall hanging.<br />
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I love the old Christmas carols that are playing everywhere. Naturally, I had to make a wall hanging to commemorate that love.</div>
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What makes Christmas so special to me? I think it is the wonderful and very powerful message sent to us via angles to the shepherds on a hill many, many years ago.</div>
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The gift that our family celebrates at this time of year is God's gift of His Son to us. What a miracle He gave us. When the world looks like it is spiralling out of control, I have learned to lay it at God's feet and sit back to wait and see how he weaves it into a beautiful solution.</div>
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What is your favorite part of this very special season?</div>
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LoisLeigh's Anderson's Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01890979622403949655noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5848703718244164644.post-36692845819967018402013-10-10T15:08:00.000-07:002013-10-15T12:41:56.684-07:00catching up and a Front Post dc and Back Post dc tutorialIt has been a very busy summer. We went to see our granddaughter's 1st birthday which is 1600 miles away. What a blast it was. Then we went to the Colorado mountains to camp, which is always so inspiring for my work. Something about going into wilderness areas that show God's amazing creations. There are so many birds, flowers and wildlife. Here is a picture of of the area that we camped at.<br />
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After all the trips I thought I would do some picture tutorials on different ways to crochet. Did you know you can crochet not just in the hole that is made by the stitch but also in the Front loop and back loop on top the crochet hole? Front Loop and Back Loop work is done in the loops on the top of the crochet. Every crochet stitch has two loops on top of the work weather it is sc, hdc, dc, tr, etc.</div>
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This particular stitch is great for adding a second layer or can be used to make a line design in the crochet such as the tail of my mermaid pattern. By working in the front loop and back loop depending on the side being worked brings out the shell pattern. These are common stitches that are used.</div>
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Today, I am doing a picture tutorial on how to make Front Post dc & Back Post dc since these stitches will be in the newest pattern I am designing. All my patterns include picture tutorials on unusual stitches so that any one can do them even if they don't know that particular stitch.<br />
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Again every crochet stitch has a post underneath the crochet hole that is usually worked. The post is the main body of the stitch and is below the hole that is usually used. In dc the post is rather long and easy to show so I will use it to for a picture tutorial. Just know that even sc have post under the hole and this stitch can be done in them as well.<br />
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To make a front post dc (FPdc), instead of inserting the hook into the hole of the next stitch, insert the hook from the front, around the post of the stitch in the row below. Bring it back out to the front of the work and make a double crochet stitch.<br />
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If starting the row with Front Post or Back Post work the turning ch should be a little shorter since the dc are actually worked in the row below and the resulting row will be a little shorter that a normal crochet row.</div>
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Back Post work is done by inserting the hook in the post below going from the back of the post, around the post and come out on the back side. </div>
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Here is a picture of both the FPdc and BPdc worked alternately. It produces a fantastic texture and can make a wonderful woven stitch pattern.</div>
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I hope everyone else had as great a summer as I did. What are some of your favorite stitches to crochet? </div>
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