Wednesday, 21 March 2012

New hand carved rubber stamps




carving stamps is amusing, but a bit stressful, too: if you make any mistake, your stamp is ruined and you have to start all over again. I don't speak about these little imperfections which make the hand carved stamps so charming and unique!



Stamp after stamp, I've been able to improve my carving, especially when it comes to tiny, fine and delicate details. It's not easier, it takes a lot of time, concentration, and above all: patience! but I know that if I make my best, I can do it! 


And when I see the result, I forget all this, and the joy of the people who get them definitely make me want to make more! :D 


Monday, 20 February 2012

Crochet Lace Collar

Made with a yarn blend which contains mohair, for a soft & warm touch. I love the vintage style of it!








Friday, 17 February 2012

Crochet headband-scarf for Rute

For the sweet Rute














This is a crocheted headband which you can also use as a scarf. I've found the pattern in the crochet/knit Japanese magazine "Keito Dama" (amazing mag by the way! one of the best I've ever seen!). There were a flat round and 2 Irish crochet leaves at the ends instead of the cupcake & the candy. I replace them to better fit Rute's tastes! :)

Friday, 30 December 2011

Crochet experimentation

I wanted to try to crochet a motif, and this is the result: a flower bag!





Let's try another one now! ;p

Monday, 26 December 2011

Crafting for Livvy!

Crafts made for an Advent swap with Livvy!


silk ribbon embroidery made on cotton fabric

with a little touch of seed beads

50& wool 50% acrylic crocheted mittens

hand carved rubber stamps


100& organic cotton crocheted bag




cotton pouch with traditional embroidery - monochrome swallow