Laurel got a new nightgown out of some really soft pink flannel. I used Simplicity 1569, as usual, and added elastic cuffs. It suits her so well. Her face, well, I'm just glad she's not doing her usual withering stare. Willow got a new nightgown, too, made out of a couple of king size pillowcases and one that was standard size. The prints match pretty well, and she is pleased. I am, too, since it felt very thrifty!
I completed a very special project and got it off in the mail today. This sweet bunting doll is for a dear friend whose baby was born still earlier in the Summer. She is meant to be a comfort to her four other children.
She has a small rice and lavender bag inside to give her some weight and a sweet smell. I modeled her after this doll from A Toy Garden. I'd been saving the velour for a special project and this was it. We all gave her a hug before we sent her on her way. She is so very huggable.
Lastly, some yarn things--that blasted bunny hat, as I have come to call it. I crawled through the bunnies, sometimes just doing a row a day. There are only fifteen rows! I feel so silly. Oh, well. I'm going to get it done and feel better about it.
I've also started a giant granny square in Mandala, which is quite the craze in yarn, I hear. I picked it up on a whim, since the colors are nice. This will be for Laurel, I think, ever how big it turns out.
And with that, a roasted chicken will soon be calling my name. For more crafting, visit Frontier Dreams.
Wow you are prolific! Lovely work Brandy. The doll is just so beautiful and thoughtful of you. I am sure it will be so well received with gratitude for the love you have put into it. The nightdresses are great - love how you made Willow's out of pillow cases - you wouldn't know and they are the right kind of cosy :-) I love the giant granny square - I am a big granny square fan. I crotcheted a couple of cushion fronts a while back, but still haven't backed them. I must get around to it!!! So many unfinished projects...Look forward to seeing the finished item. I get what you mean about your hat. I was quite fed up with my Valentines hat by the end of it, I never made a second. I think that sort of work is not really me. I just want to get on with things and switch off a bit while knitting. :-) Good luck! :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you. :-) I think a granny square is a great way to use up yarn, no matter how much you have. I would love to see your cushions when you get them done.
DeleteWhat sweet makings. The nightgowns look so cozy, and I love Laurel's expression. :) I love the feel of those weighted lavender dolls. Such thoughtful kindness to make her for your friend's children. And thank you very much, now I have to knit a blasted bunny hat, too. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! Sorry about the bunny hat. Don't come complaining to me. ;-)
DeleteThat bunny hat is adorable and I LOVE the colors in the granny square.
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DeleteOh what a sweet and very precious gift, I hope it brings your friend comfort. I love the bunny hat so that was well worth the effort, and the granny square is so wonderfully colourful - you're a very prolific crafter and it's wonderful to see, thank you for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteYes, me, too. Thanks for your kind words. :-)
DeleteThese are Soo sweet!!! ❤
ReplyDeleteThanks! :-)
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