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.
Arm Warmers for Fall
Right Hand
Left Hand
Underside of the Arm Warmer
Crochet Arm Warmers!
Stylish Arm Warmers by Natalie Daye
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My 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 cat LOVES my new calico scarf
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!
After a hard morning of coughing up hair balls, kitty offers some love
I covered the seam with vintage buttons
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.
Long enough to wrap around twice - the calico crochet scarf
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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.
little girl's fun fur tote
the tote is lined with cotton fabric and closes with a vintage button
This is my confetti white double crochet scarf. Made for little girls I think it’s such a sweet neck warmer.
crochet confetti scarf for girls
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I haven’t been very craft lately as I’ve been working on crafting a new resume. But I was asked by a co-worker at Anthropologie to crochet a winter hat.
Inspired by old fashioned neopolitan salt water taffy I used to eat as a kid, here’s Erin’s Hat:
Erin's Hat
The seam is lined with buttons
I learned a new stitch with this hat:
Check this video out for instructions on how to complete the stitch!
The side shows the pom pom
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We are in the midst of a warmer than usual winter! Why not go out there and enjoy it! Skating is a great way to get some exercise, enjoy the great outdoors and have some fun!
The Natrel Ice Rink at Harbourfront Centre, Toronto is a great place to skate for free! You can skate the day away to music (satellite radio all week) and live DJ sets (on the weekend).
Skating at the Outdoor Skating Rink at Harbourfront Centre, Toronto
To make my skates look a little stylish and fun, I created pom poms out of black yarn and tied them onto the last loop of lace. A little throw back. For directions on how to make a pom pom, check this video out: make a pom pom
My ice skates with pom poms
For a list of all outdoor skating rinks in Toronto, visit: http://bit.ly/7jhRHS
For tips on posture and ice skating technique, visit: Body Break
Make sure you tie your skates tight for extra support!
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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.
The Cross-Your-Heart scarf and matching hat
Crochet hat with whale applique for men
Matching men's scarf and hat
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.
Crocheted Cross Bones hat
The back of Cross Bones hat - the orange x's are an added detail I just love
The Crochet Cross Bones hat
My Men's Crochet Cross Bones hat
Don’t forget to visit my Etsy shop for other scarves and hairbands!
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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
http://www.etsy.com/shop/JamesBlonde
Raspberry crochet neck warmer
Crochet raspberry coloured neck warmer with vintage gray button
New Raspberry coloured scarf now on Etsy!
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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
My Etsy Shop! Banner designed by Mike Roussetos
My Etsy Shop is NOW OPEN!
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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Everyone loves a happy ending, this scarf definitely has one!
The Scarf with a Happy Ending by Yellow Canary Craft
Made with four different types of yarn, this scarf was finished with loops of snowy blue yarn in a textured mix for added softness and feminine appeal.
Full length scarf with a great ending
— Natalie
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I was at work the other night and noticed our Brontosaurus necklace just came in – I was inspired!
Brontosaurus Applique on a men's sweater
I crocheted the Brontosaurus to be sewn onto a sweater or tee – I think I’m going to put mine onto a dress! For men or women this little guy is going to have a ROARing good time anywhere he goes.
The Brontosaurus applique
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