This summer flew by! I’ve been kind of slow on the crafting, but with fall in the air, I’m back at it! Here are a couple of arm warmers I made using rose-coloured yarn, some old buttons and a rosebud applique.
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Rosy Cozy Arm Warmers for Fall
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Something New for Spring
A Buttercup Yellow and Violet Lapel Pin! What better way to add some colour to a blouse or a spring jacket than with a one of a kind item!
Made using an old pin and some even older buttons. I used shades of yellow and violet to brighten up my wardrobe this spring! I took the idea from my former co-worker Kathryn – a crafty and creative gal in her own right.
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Calico Tube Scarf
I noticed more and more tube scarves hitting the streets and I wanted one.
I crocheted a chain, then attached it with a slip stitch, then just continued a half double crochet all around until I reached the thickness I wanted. I added some bright colors as a reminder, spring is just around the corner.
My poor cat had hair ball issues this morning, I think it’s one of her first hair balls and she was pretty upset about it. Once I put on my calico crochet tube scarf, she crawled all over me. I think it’s the big wooly softness that put her at ease. She loves it and so do I!
I like to cover my seams with vintage buttons, god knows I have more than enough buttons, so I used a few of them to line the seam here, I love the detail.
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Little Girl Tote & Confetti Scarf
I often crochet or craft things for my own pleasure, to wear with an outfit or to spice up an old jacket or hat. Sometimes I create scarves and accessories with kids in mind. There are two examples of my work for kids: a tote and a scarf.
This blue fun fur began as a scarf but as I got one quarter through it realized I wouldn’t have enough fun fur to make a scarf, so i folded it, made a strap and created a tote. I finished it by sewing cotton fabric lining along the inside and a vintage button to close it. It makes a cute pencil case or a play purse for little girls.
This is my confetti white double crochet scarf. Made for little girls I think it’s such a sweet neck warmer.
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Tangerine Baby Blanket, the story of …
This is my old friend Miguel, I call him my “home slice”
Miguel, together with his gorgeous wife Sara announced they were expecting a baby …
A few months later I took some holiday time in Cuba. I brought with my one ball of tangerine-coloured yarn and a crochet needle. And got to work on a baby blanket.
I completed the blanket and received many compliments from
beach goers to passengers on the plane. What I loved most about this blanket was that I brought it back and it smelled like the ocean and the sun and beach.
A few months later i’m happy to report my blanket found a home, nestled around Miguel and Sara’s newborn.
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Button me up!
Here are two new broaches made from vintage buttons! For any sweater or coat this holiday season!
Each button was glued to the next on top of an old flat button pin.
One in Shades of RED and one in Shades of WHITE
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New men’s hats and scarf!
I made this “cross-your-heart” scarf for my boyfriend on his birthday with a matching hat. I crocheted both pieces and sewed a whale applique I crocheted onto the hat. On the scarf I sewed a crocheted red heart applique onto the end.
Who said Crochet is just for ladies!? The “cross bones” hat is a gift for my cousin – made to fit extra slouchy. I crocheted the hat then the skull and cross bones applique – then I sewed it on. I think it’s bad ass.
Don’t forget to visit my Etsy shop for other scarves and hairbands!
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New Raspberry Neck Warmer now on Etsy!
I just added my raspberry-coloured neck warmer to my Etsy Shop!!
One of a kind scarves and hairbands can be found in The Yellow Canary Shop on Etsy! More items to be posted soon! Visit
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New Hairbands on my Etsy!!!
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My Etsy Shop is NOW OPEN!!
At the request of many friends, strangers and co-workers, I have finally opened up my Etsy shop!!
find it here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/JamesBlonde
I’m selling my Lemon Yellow Scarf – it’s one of a kind and the perfect gift for yourself or for someone who isn’t afraid of a little colour!
“She wore lemon
To colour in the cold grey night
She had heaven
And she held on so tight ” – U2 ‘Lemon‘
Reasons to LOVE my lemon yellow scarf:
1. It’s yellow
2. It’s 100% wool and will keep you warm
3. It’s got ruffles!
4. You will get noticed!
Have fun SHOPPING!!!
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