Grannies!!!

Good day, fellas!

For the meantime, I have no new crochet project to show off. I was busy preparing some documents for these past two weeks. There is something I am going to work on soon. So for now, I am going to post some of my past works instead. These stuffs are made out of my most favorite crochet pattern. Since the day I have learned how to crochet, this was the one I found really nice and easy to do crochet pattern, the granny! ^^

I have already made some crochet stuffs out of Granny stitch.

1. Granny Square

Crochet Top

Hi again! And again and again! ^^ It’s so nice to be back as always ^^

As promise, I’m gonna show you now the finished stuff I have made out of the stitch I was talking about in my last post.

Ta-dan!

What do you think guys?

Works in Progree #2

September is almost through! The weather here in the Philippines is getting colder as December comes nearer. But I have problems... First, I am still thinking of what to present for the upcoming season. I am not yet preparing or planning anything as of the moment. That's a real problem for I have to be dynamic and innovative to be able to show off something to my audience. I hope I could come up with a bright craft idea before I run out of time...

Secondly, I got another set of works in progress. I was at the state of using all of my scrap yarns since last month before refilling my stash with new ones. So I did the multicolored bag and the rainbow bag. These are made out of worsted yarns and I was able to used them all.

Then I tried to make use of my cotton threads. That was the time I have learned about ripple stitch and this is what I have made!

Newly Learned Crochet Stitches

It's been quite a while since I last dropped a post here...

I just got real busy preparing the requirements for the training course I am attending to. But then of course, I can still find time to crochet. Actually, I am always ready to show you something new.

Recently, I am getting addicted with trying out new crochet stitches. I thought that I need to learn new techniques in crocheting. I need to learn how to modify my crochet works to make it more appealing to the audience. To stay away from simple single and double crochet for some time, I searched for other crochet stitches.

Here are the stitches I have learned:

1. Popcorn Stitch

Baby Shoes Pattern

Size: 4 (for a one-year old)
Hook Size: 5mm
Materials: 128 meters acrylic yarn for the shoes
                 75 yards acrylic yarn for embellishments


RIGHT SHOE

Round 1: Chain 16, dc on 3rd chain from hook
               Dc in the next 10 chains, trc in next, 10 trc in the last chain
               Working on the opposite side: Trc in next chain
               Dc in the next 10 chains, 2 dc in the last chain. Join at the top of the beginning dc

Round 2: Chain 2, dc in the same space. 2 dc in the next dc
               Dc in the next 8 dc
               * 2 dc, dc* eight times
               Dc in the next 8 dc, 2 dc in each of the last dc. Join at the top of ch2 stitch

Round 3: Chain 2, dc in the same space. 2 dc in each of the next 2 dc
               Dc in the next 11 dc
               * 2 dc, dc * eleven times
               Dc in the next 14 dc. Join

Round 4: Chain 2, dc in the same space. 2 dc in each of the next 3 dc
               Dc in the next 14 dc
               * 2 dc, dc in the next 3 dc * eight times
               Dc in the next 13 dc. Join

Round 5: In back loops only, chain 2, dc in the same space
               Dc around. Join

Round 6 and 7: In deep loops, chain 2, dc in the same space
                        Dc around. Join

Round 8: Chain 2, dc in the same space. Dc in each of the next 21 dc
               * Dc dec, dc in the next 2 dc* ten times
               Dc in the next 13 dc. Join

Round 9: Chain 2, dc in the same space. Dc in each of the next 21 dc
               * Dc dec, dc in the next dc * ten times
               Dc in the next 13 dc. Join

Round 10: Chain 1, sc in the same space. Sc in the next 20 dc
                * Sc dec * ten times
                 Sc in the next 14 dc. Join. Fasten off.


LEFT SHOE

Round 1: Chain 16. Dc on the 3rd chain from hook
               2 dc in the next chain, dc in the next 10 chain, trc in the next 2 dc
               Opposite side: 10 trc in the next chain, trc in next, 2 trc in next
               Dc in the next 10 chain. Join at the top of the beginning dc

Round 2: Chain 2, dc in the same space. 2 dc in each of the next 3 dc
               Dc in the next 8 dc
               * Dc, 2dc * eight times, dc in the next 9 dc
                2 dc in each of the last dc. Join

Round 3: Chain 2, dc in the same space. Dc in the next 14 dc
               * Dc, 2 dc * eleven times, dc in the next 12 dc
               2 dc in each of the last dc. Join

Round 4: Chain 2, dc in the same space. Dc in the next 13 dc
               * Dc in the next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc * eight times
               Dc in the next 5 dc, 2 dc in each of the last dc. Join

Round 5: In back loops only, chain 2, dc in the same space
              Dc around. Join

Round 6 and 7: In deep loops, chain 2, dc in the same space
                        Dc around. Join

Round 8: Chain 2, dc in the same space. Dc in the next 13 dc
              * Dc dec, dc in next 2 dc * ten times
              Dc in the next 21 dc. Join

Round 9: Chain 2, dc in the same space. Dc in the next 21 dc
               * Dc dec, dc in the next dc * ten times
               Dc in the next 21 dc. Join

Round 10: Chain1, sc in the same space. Sc in the next 20 dc
                 * Sc dec * ten times
                 Sc in the next 20 dc. Join. Fasten off.


STRAP

Chain 6.

Row 1: Dc on the 3rd chain from hook. Dc across
Row 2 to 12: Chain 2. Dc across. Turn
Row 13: Chain 3. Trc in the next 2 dc. Chain 2, skip 1 stitch, trc in the next dc. Fasten off



Note: Ribbons and flower trimmings are optional.

Please do acknowledge my name upon posting your already-made shoes from my pattern. You can also tag it so I can view yours.

Thank you! =)

Finished All The Scrap Yarns

Yeah! At last! I've got to finish all my scrap yarns ^^ I was able to use them all. Ha-ha!

As promised, I have finished making another crochet project before 15th of August but was unable to post it right away. Well, now is the time to show it off.

I thought I could never make a bigger piece out of my scrap yarns since I have already used up a larger portion for my previous project. But look! I ended up with this stuff. A twelve inches equilateral triangle. As I look into this triangle, I can see rainbow ^^

Training Adieu!

Yeah! The lecture part of our Pharmacy Assistant Training is done! Nest step will be the On-The-Job training. I am included in the first batch of the trainees and we just started this Monday (July 29). We are ten people in the group. We are scheduled for the morning shift (7am to 3pm) to complete the 120 hours required for our course. We will be working in an hospital to be assigned in the Admin and Emergency Room (Oh! To work in ER scares me, really!)

In this post, I just want to share with you the pictures that resemble the memories I had with my classmates. Another memories I'm going to keep and put in my treasure box.

Having Fun With Scraps

Hi guys! I have been out for a long time. I got busy with the last week of our training. We just had our comprehensive examination yesterday. Good news! I was able to exceed the 75% passing score! In short, I passed the exam getting a 100% score in the second part.

Since today is my only off this week, I treated myself with these cute motifs.

Doing Crochet in the Midst of Busy Schedule

Happy Saturday! How I miss posting updates! I am too busy studying. We have daily examinations so I really need to review my notes and memorize the key points.But then of course, I am not forgetting crochet.

Actually, I started to make another bag out of my scrap yarns. It is my first time to make a bag out of worsted yarns because I always use the size 10 cotton thread in making such. I did not focus on the design and size of the bag instead I paid attention on how the colors would jive.

Here is the bag. It is made out of continuous double crochets. I think the colors are complimentary.

Determined

It's been weeks since I last updated this blog. It's so happened because I had myself enrolled in a training course which is Pharmacy Assistant. It is actually a vocational course for those who cannot afford to enroll in a university. The good thing about the program is that when you finished the course and be able to pass the assessment you will be given a certificate with National Competency II which is equivalent to 3 or 6 units of Masteral Degree. The course is sponsored by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority or TESDA. It is said that it is the first time that TESDA offered the course of Pharmacy Assistant. So, I may say that we are the first batch to take the course.

I'm going to study for one to two months to complete the required hours of the course plus the On-The-Job training. I need to focus on my studies because if I were able to finish the said course, it would be another achievement for me. This will be my second course for I have already graduated with the degree of Bachelor in Science in Clinical Psychology.

The training started last Monday (June 24, 2013). I felt like I was just going to school again and would be studying hard again. It only differs with the number of students. In school, there are lots of students divided into sections/classrooms, unlike in the training course I am in. There are only fifty students and we are all in one room. I got interested to enroll because it will develop my skills more and I can get a job easier than before.

I hope to finish the program until the end and be able to pass the assessment test =) We are taking Anatomy and Physiology, Pharmacology I and II. I am now expecting more difficult words to pronounce and to memorize in the next lectures =) I just wish everything would be fine and smooth sailing =)

Happy weekend!

Crocheted Bonnet

It is said that crochet and stuffs out of it are exclusive only for girls. Maybe the art of crocheting is best for women but there are some crocheted stuff that could fit to any boys/men.

Remember the bonnet I have mentioned in my previous post? The bonnet is made for a six-year old boy. It is made out of Red Heart 4ply yarn. I just can't remember the shade number because I think I have already thrown the tag but it was a chocolate brown color.

This is the crocheted bonnet I have made.

Wish List

It's Wednesday again! I hope everyone is doing well. It's the third day of the week and we sure to expect more busy days as the time passes. Two weeks to go and it's already midyear [again!] See how fast the days are passing? Sooner it's going to be "BER" months again and we're counting down for the year 2014. I feel like I'm getting older faster... I wish I could be more productive before 2013 ends ^^

Be productive =) Well, I guess I need to work harder to achieve that. Being productive means you're getting every thing you do on the deadline and making more outputs. Behind every work is the effort and something you would like to get or to happen. Something you wish for yourself or for other people. Right now, I am not working for any company or for others. I am working through crocheting for myself. I said for myself  because the profit I'm earning from crocheting is not that sufficient to support them. But I'm wishing that as time passes by, I'll get more from crocheting like earning bigger amount of money to be able to give back to my parents. I have other wants and needs in my life for I am only at my early 20's. There more steps for me to take. But before dreaming for a bigger future, I know I must start from the bottom first, making small steps to achieve something I really want =)

Work, Work, Work

Thank God it's Friday! The super old tag but still in trend used when Friday comes =) The last working day of the week for most of the people. Yeah, it's Friday but I'm just starting my weekend with a new project.

Before introducing my latest project, here are some of the finished ones.

This is from the pattern I have found in my book and I have already mentioned this in my previous post. I call this Tri Motif Doily out of puff stitch.

This one is requested by my sister. She's been longing for this Cat Coin Purse. Finally, I had made it but I haven't added a zipper yet.

Experiences Encountered Because of Crochet

Great evening! It's weekend again! Seems like the days are passing real fast. It feels like it's going to be Christmas again in the next day. I can see more busy days ahead. How I miss the old times...

Okay, I'm done reminiscing.... T _ T

You know what? Thinking about how long and how far have I been crocheting, I've already collected some funny and complimenting experiences because of that. Compliments like "I like your work! Why don't you try selling some?" and " Can you make something for me like what you did? It's beautiful!" It feels so comforting hearing those kinds of words from someone you know or even from a stranger. They gave me the courage to share my Facebook Page and to make it public. I also had the confidence to consult my fellow Filipino crocheters about the advices they could give me in order to improve my skill. I feel proud of my works and I got the chance to show them off knowing that they are going to appreciate what I'm doing.

Works in Progress

Hey! I just finished the Lacy Scarf. Check the full preview of the photos in my Facebook Page.

So how's your weekend? Me? I had a very light weekend =) I did nothing. I just stayed at home and did some routinary activities like washing the dishes and cleaning the house. And oh! As I have said above I just came to finish the scarf I mentioned in my last post. That's all, nothing special had happened. What a life!

Anyways, I still have some unfinished works... And I am still on the way of thinking on how to make and finish them all. It's like that my mind has already given out all the imagination it could but still nothing came and maybe that's why I haven't finished them yet. So funny to think that I am so enthusiastic to start a new crochet project and losing will at the bottom of the work...

Okay, will you let ma enumerate those unfinished projects? =)

These hexagon motifs are first on the list.

Enjoying my Free Time

Good day everyone! It's a very nice day to do something cool. The sun is shining today unlike yesterday when it has been raining the whole morning. I am also having a vacant period now. For there are no current orders to process, no deadlines to meet and I'm just staying at home. It's fun when you have time to rest and to leave the life you are living for a while. I can stay away from watching TV, going out and using the computer but not with crocheting. Basically, that's what I'm doing now. I'm enjoying my free time while doing crochet.

I'm getting myself busy by making two crochet projects, the Puff Stitch and Spider Cover and Lacy Scarf.

Another Set of Baby Shoes

Hello! Sorry again for the late update but I've got something to show you anyway =)

I was into finishing an order for a week and fortunately I was able to make it yesterday. I was asked to make two pairs of baby shoes that will fit to a one-year old baby girl. After some trials and errors on achieving the right foot size, I think I have made the best baby shoes ever!

For now, I'm gonna give you the preview of my work. So, come on! Take a sneak peak on those cute baby shoes =) I'm gonna show you some photos on how did I make the shoes.

Here are the steps in making the sole. You have to make two of this per foot to have a thicker sole.

Making the second round of the sole.

On the third round.

And lastly, finishing the fourth round of the sole.

After making two soles, you are to attach both by making dc around but in backloops only.

Here's another close up shot on how to attach the soles together. So, again don't forget to make two for each foot.

Finishing the top toe. We're almost
done! The top toe is done by continuous dc around and by decreasing stitches.

Adding straps to hold the feet of the baby.

This is how the sole will look like after you finish them.

This is one of the two pairs I made. So adorable and cute! The shoes are made to fit a one-year old foot. I also made use Red Heart yarns on these.

Wanna see the pink shoes? You can check them both in my Facebook Page and view the full shot photo of these baby shoes =)

Granny Hexagon Pattern

Note: Any hook size and yarn are applicable to this pattern.

Chain 5. Join to form a ring.

Round1: Chain 2 (counted as dc), 2dc, ch2 *3dc, ch2* repeat five times. Slip stitch at the top of ch-2.

Round 2: Chain 2. 2dc, ch1, 3dc at the same open space. Ch 2. *3dc, ch1, 3dc, ch2 in the next open space* repeat five times. Slip stitch at the top of ch-2.

Round 3: Chain 2. 2dc in the same open space. Ch 2. 3dc, ch2, 3dc in the  next open space on the corner of the square.* 3dc in next side space, 3dc, ch2, 3dc in next corner space. Repeat from * five times more.

Join with slip stitch in top of ch3 stitch.

For additional round/s:

              Work 3dc in each open space on the side of the square and work 3dc, ch2, 3dc in each corner space.

              To begin a new row, always chain 2 and turn the piece over.

              To end each row, do a slip stitch in the top of ch2 stitch

 

Potted Flowers Free Pattern

POT

Chain 4. Jon to form a ring.
Round 1: Chain 2 (counted as first dc) and make 9 dc in a ring.Slip stitch at the top of ch-2.
Round 2: Chain 2. Dc at the same space. *2dc in the next dc* repeat around.
Round 3: Chain 2. Dc at the same space. *Dc in next dc, 2d in next dc* repeat around.
Round 4: Chain 2. Dc at the same space. *Dc in next 2dc, 2dc in next dc* repeat around.
Round 5: Dc around.

Note: To reach your desired height of the pot, continue doing the last round.

Two-Toned Green Purse

Just a few days ago, upon looking at my yarns and a lot of scrap yarns are into my box I decided to use them up for more useful things like carry on bag, purses and doilies. And yesterday, I have already finished one stuff. Now, I wanna call this one simply envelop type of purse or wrist let . Aside from bags, I also love collecting small pouches, purses and anything alike. I love color green so much! Any shades of green will do. That's why I made this purse first to satisfy myself. So take a look at my new things below.