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No, I’m not talking about one’s spouse or partner. What I meant was the other half project I was talking about on my previous post. The very reason why I only ended with half a pair of the pink slippers 
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The remaining yarns were spent with these stitches.
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The picture above reminds me of candy. Yum!
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And this is what happens when you ran out of yarn . . . Look at my thumb part. See that entire row of cream-colored yarn? Yes, I used my very last pink and I fell short 
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Here is the finished product!
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And again, I only have half a pair of this glove LOL
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I feel like my hand is wearing a pink mini dress
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Such a girly, girly, sweet ‘lil hand . . .
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But watch out! It can be tough too.
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Say, is this what you call girl power? . . . (Oooppssss, better tuck that wee thread coming out LOL)
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I’m not checking my nails, honest!
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You know, as much as I like the velvet ribbon, I don’t think it is working here. I should have used one that stretches. Maybe next time.
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Also, I used cotton yarn for this project. I like how it looks and yes it feels soft. I would have used acrylic yarn for more warmth, but see, the only available of that type is a 4-ply one and it’s too thick/bulky for me. How I wish there were more choices available here.
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But all in all, what do you say dearest, do I get a thumbs up sign from you?
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Weekly Challenge:
Speaking of sweetness, I didn’t get to participate last week. But there’s someone I remembered visiting for the first time and I thought: “Swweeeeewettttttt!” I think it was 2 weeks prior. Have you stopped by Sherry of Creations From The Heart? Have you seen her teacup pincushions? Or what about the vintage baby shoe pin cushions (here are samples from her shop: baby shoe 1, baby shoe 2)? Adorable, I tell you. It makes your heart aches (in a good way). You know, if your wee one’s have outgrown their baby shoes, maybe she can transform it for you. Then again, maybe you just like the pretty little teacups she has displayed in your home. You should ask her.
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Happy Pink Saturday!.
Thank you Miss Beverly for hosting this event.
For other pink stuff, drop by How Sweet the Sound.
To learn more about the event, click on the “Pink Saturday” logo
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Notes:
1) These gloves stretches well. Well, compared to the pink slippers where you have to get the right measurements of one’s feet to really shape it. I think the gloves are much more versatile when we talk about the fit
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2) Oh if only I can buy me a whole lot of yarns! Then I can experiment and create and create to my wee heart’s content! One can wish, right?
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(Please scroll up to see the comment link for this post. Thanks! )
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Update (2/6): You have 10 more days for a chance to adopt her. Still plenty of time
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Hello everyone! I am very happy to say that I have my magic carpet ride ticket for this year’s One World One Heart Event.
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This is a first for me and I promised myself that I will join this year. (I knew of the event a little late last year)
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When I first heard of it, I knew then that Miss Lisa Swifka created a wonderful event. Though I may not have participated at that time, it still didn’t stop me from writing my thoughts about it. You can read it here if you like.
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I knew then I wanted to share something that I made. And so, late of last year I started revisiting my crocheting skills It is still far from perfect but everything is a learning process, right?
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What will you win?
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A kokeshi crocheted by me. If you notice, the colors I used on her is inspired from the colors used in the OWOH 2010 logo. I guess that makes here a OWOH kokeshi. Maybe if you get to see her, you’ll be reminded of this year’s event.
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She is very small (just a half inch taller than her little friend). That makes her about 2 inches tall - ok maybe add half an inch to include her bun LOL
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I made her with all the wonderful thoughts of what this event brings and then sprinkled her with lots of love!
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I do hope someone out there would like to adopt her. You can make her into any accessory you like. Or if you are like me, mine just sits by the keyboard. I really hope she will bring a smile to someone.
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And yes, that is a ball pen she’s standing with That’s how small is small (I hope I made sense)
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If you would like to adopt her:
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Just leave me a comment on this post. That’s all! You can comment until February 15 noon (I will post update on this post as we are nearing deadline up until comments are closed) and I will announce the winner on the same day. Be sure to leave your blog address/e-mail add so I can contact you if you win. (don’t worry, your e-mail add will not be published in the comment area)
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(Please make sure that you leave your comment on this particular post. If you are not yet on the comment page, scroll up just below the title of this post and you’ll see my comment link. Otherwise, I won’t be able to see you and count your name )
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After saying hi here, do visit Miss Lisa and other participants by clicking on the logo above Thanks!
Yes, that is a ballpen she’s standing with
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The first time I followed a pattern stitch by stitch, I end up with this . . .
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I know, it turned into something even I have no idea what I’m making. Somehow what I created is far from the picture in the pattern. It was a sad moment. Oh well. That is me being horrible at patterns or maybe my stitches were wrong.
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But one helpful thing I have learned from following it was how to increase stitches to form a somewhat round head. And with that in mind, I tweaked and tweaked, tried something else that I hoped would work and came up with this one . . .
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You can tell from from the top view where I’m going at, yes? I’m excited!
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Oh don’t mind the bow. I know it’s a little . . . a lot bigger for this little one LOL I think the length of the bow is the same as her body – but it doesn’t matter, right?
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Isn’t she a cutie? Am I just being biased?
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My very first Kokeshi doll! What’s Kokeshi? It is a Japanese wooden doll with a bigger head than the torso and without arms and feet. Mine’s a crocheted version
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Just how small is she? Well, look below.
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I know she is not perfect. She still has some loose threads on her, her head’s kinda wiggly and tilting (maybe because the bow’s too heavy LOL) and the thread kinda separated from all the undoing of stitches.
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But that’s ok. I still love her so, even with her imperfections. She made me smile when I finished her and still does
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She is, again, one of the crochet project’s I have attempted during the Holidays (with the afghan and slipper and a fingerless glove for next Saturday). I’d like to experiment more on these dollies. Maybe make her a little bigger and her body hollow so I can keep a secret note inside Or maybe a key chain or some kind of accessory – my, the possibilities!
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But this weekend, I’m trying to make a friend for her. Hopefully I get to share it with you earlier next week – maybe on Monday or Tuesday (It’s not the one standing beside her – that was the “unknown form” from the first picture )
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Last week I get to meet Pam of Treasures-n-Textures. I saw her altered book entitled “How To Be Happy” and was so curious as to what was inside. She was so nice to send me the 1st batch of images of what’s inside. Looking forward to the rest. They’re pink too! Maybe she’ll share it on her blog on future Pink Saturdays Thanks Pam.
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Happy Pink Saturday!.
Thank you Miss Beverly for hosting this event.
For other pink stuff, drop by How Sweet the Sound.
To learn more about the event, click on the “Pink Saturday” logo
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Helpful Link:
Kokeshi Doll Pattern: Just in case you might want to check the pattern I tried. Maybe you get to be fortunate and get it right.
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(update: Thank You all for your comments, sweet comments that can just warm anyone’s heart )
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Not the prince charming part nor is it about bippity boppity boo LOL Was that what the fairy godmother said?
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This bow has something to do with it
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I know, I know Cinderella didn’t wear a bow. (update: apparently she does when she wore her first outfit for the ball but was torn apart by her stepsisters – Thanks for reminding me Tina )
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See, this bow is attached to something Can you guess what that something is?
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Well, . . . it’s a . . .
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But you may ask, “Hey, it’s not made of glass like Cinderella!” And I say, I know and boy do I wish! LOL
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Still, I’m proud with my crocheted slipper. It’s handmade and sprinkled with lots of love!
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It was very frustrating at first. You can just imagine how many times I crochet and then undo everything (specially the toe part). It’s even worse considering I used two alternating colors. But I was determined . . . very very determined, you might say.
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This slipper though will not be worn as much as I’d like to.
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Why? (This is where me and dear Cinderella have something in common - the Cinderella moment ) Because just like her, I only have half of the pair (I used the remaining yarns in another project/experiment)
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It’s okay, I’m still in the experimenting period of crocheting.
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So far, I’m liking my first projects like the baby afghan. (I thank you all for your sweet, sweet comments on the baby afghan. It meant a whole lot to hear/read encouraging words from you guys. I hope I answered all the questions there)
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My only wish is that I hope I wrote how many stitches and changes I’ve made LOL Its just that the really first part of crocheting this slipper is a “love & hate” relationship. I’ve nearly given up! But seeing all those cut yarns – it’s a shame to put all in a waste.
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And so it was hard thinking of the stitches and writing them down. You just want it done and over with hah! I guess, once you clear your head and just be patient with it, everything will flow again Like I said – - lots of love . . . oh and patience too
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Since I’ve talked about Lots of Love, will you also drop by Vicki at Bunny Cottage. I’ve visited her and can’t seem to forget her wreath with teacups. And when you see her home and her blog, you’ll also say there’s lots of love in there
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Happy Pink Saturday!.
Thank you Miss Beverly for hosting this event.
For other pink stuff, drop by How Sweet the Sound.
To learn more about the event, click on the “Pink Saturday” logo
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Helpful Link:
Mary Jane Slippers Pattern – The pictures are very helpful. I just had trouble with mine because I used a very thin thread so the number of stitches varies and I kinda experimented on the look (like stripes ) Otherwise, if you stick to the pattern and materials, you’ll have your very own Mary Jane in no time
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It all started with 3 balls of yarns . . .
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And then, the first granny square I have ever created
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It was very satisfying. Every time I finish one square, I feel like it’s an accomplishment already. Seriously!
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They really do make me smile. Crocheting relaxes you (well, maybe because I am not attempting a very difficult stitch ) Maybe I’m biased but it can’t be helped .
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Oh Claudie, you made me smile when you thought of them as pot holders They do look like it. Anyway, that will be my next project.
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What I really planned to make was a baby blanket. I really wanted to try my hands on making afghans and I thought a baby afghan is a good start.
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Don’t mind my little pup there. I guess with the cold weather, he finds it just cozy sitting there LOL
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Since everything is a first, I searched for pretty color combos as guides and for something that would be easy. And boy were there lots of pictures out there. (Yup, pictures cause I’m not good with patterns )
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And then I found it. It didn’t turn out like in the picture inspiration The colors somehow are either a shade darker or lighter. Well, the white was the only thing that was sure .
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Also, I ended up with more rounds to complete one square. I don’t know why. Maybe I have the wrong number of yarn or size of hook. But see, when I bought my yarns and hook I didn’t exactly have the choice to choose. There were only: 1) cotton with small threads (like the ones I used for the hairbands) and 2) acrylic – 4 ply. And the hook? I just bought the largest one available.
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Yes, a girl just have to make it work (But I still wish I had plenty of yarns and hooks to choose and experiment with )
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I feel like every stitch and every square are labors of love.
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I washed the blanket with fabric conditioner and when everything’s done, I folded them carefully and secured it with a simple bow.
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Brought it as a gift last Christmas for a particular baby
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I wish you all a blessed New Year!
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Happy Pink Saturday!.
Thank you Miss Beverly for hosting this event.
For other pink stuff, drop by How Sweet the Sound.
To learn more about the event, click on the “Pink Saturday” logo
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Helpful Links:
Basic Granny Square Tutorial by Sarah London
Pink Baby Afghan (the color combo inspiration I used)
