SOME FRESH IDEAS

November 10, 2008 by jd wolfe Leave a Comment

If you’ve been paying attention to a lot of my blog entries, you’ll know that I love to recycle common household articles, especially fiber-based items, and I love beads. I was digging through Etsy for a few minutes recently and ran across some items that are very inspirational to me, combining crochet with other arts and recycling. Hope you enjoy the brief overview. Some items are for sale, some are patterns, and all are giving me ideas………

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_13&listing_id=17067842

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_6&listing_id=16995178

This one is called a necklace, but I’d much prefer to see it as a belt (if I had a waist).

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=sr_gallery_4&listing_id=17066633

This bottle could obviously be embellished to suit any occasion or holiday. I love flavored vinegars and like to recycle wine and whiskey bottles for storing it. Since I’m not a drinker, I prefer to not ‘advertise’ the booze! Another idea would be to use an ugly bottle as a bud vase, covered with crochet to match the occasion or decor. You can even crochet the bow to go around the throat of the bottle, like this:

http://www.crochetnmore.com/bowornament.htm

or use almost any cute scrunchy pattern to decorate the throat of the covered bottle.

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Product Review – Sweet Roll Vivid

Lasy month we shared the Sweet Rolls Fruit review and this month we are featuring the vivid range, just in time for NYE projects.

Introducing Premier Sweet Roll Vivid Yarn, the latest addition to the beloved Sweet Roll family! Bursting with brightness and vibrancy, Sweet Roll Vivid is an exciting and gorgeous yarn that adds a pop of color to your crafting projects.

Crafted from 100% acrylic, this yarn is soft and luxurious, making it a joy to work with. As you stitch, Sweet Roll Vivid creates a captivating self-striping effect, adding depth and interest to your creations. With its beautiful new shades, full of color and WOW appeal, this yarn is guaranteed to brighten up any project you’re making.

Each 3.5 oz. ball contains approximately 174 yards of yarn, providing you with plenty of material to bring your creative visions to life. The suggested gauge is 17 stitches and 23 rows to 4 inches on size 9 needles, offering versatility and flexibility for various knitting or crocheting projects.

Sweet Roll Vivid is perfect for crafting stand-out scarves, shawls, blankets, and any other project you can imagine. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or just starting out, this yarn is sure to inspire creativity and delight.

Join the many satisfied crafters who have given Sweet Roll Vivid a 4.9 out of 5-star rating, and add a splash of brightness and color to your next knitting or crocheting adventure. Explore the possibilities and let your creativity shine with Premier Sweet Roll Vivid Yarn!

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