And yes, Ms Rabbit is a finish! Last stitches added this afternon - the scary bit, adding the ears! However, nowhere near as scary as anticipated thank goodness. So here she is.
A few more shots.
So pleased to have finally made up this rabbit - many thanks to Julie for sharing the pattern and to Deana for organising the Chookshed Challenge. I am looking forward now to finding out what our challenge for March will be.
I have spent most of my time this week working on rabbit but I have kept up to date with my Stitch Journal - just a gap left there for todays entry.
I will share the whole month next week when it's had a good press.
I have also finished the shell rows of my Wildshore blanket and thanks to some cricket yesterday afternoon, I made a start on the border as Lucy released the instructions yesterday morning.
I mentioned last week that Stylecraft were sending a replacement ball of yarn - the yarn I used for the original socks was no longer available so I chose something from a different range. On Monday a large package arrived from Stylecraft - not just a ball of yarn but a goodie bag!
Two balls of yarn which is called Sacred Earth, two pattern books and a tiny tin of stitch markers. Very nice, thank you Stylecraft.
In the pattern book I spotted this advertisement for Ammonite Yarns
and thought, that's a nice jumper! Maybe I could use the leftover yarn from Wildshore for the flowers in this jumper. So I wrote to Ammonite asking if they had the pattern and back came the reply - yes, and we also have the kits. Well, before |I knew it I had ordered the kit! Whoops. Oh well, I do love it. However, I am planning to split the front to make a cardigan for the summer and will order some dark yarn to make a winter jumper using the leftover Wildshore yarns.
Right, that is enough waffle from me, have a great week and I will see you soon.
Oh gosh Ms Rabbit turned out so wonderful Lin - well done! You must be so chuffed with her - I always love the big scarf/bow at the neck. That is great that Stylecraft sent you such a good package - always good when big firms take accountability for their mistakes. xx
ReplyDeleteYour rabbit is adorable! Very well done!
ReplyDeleteStyleCraft really made things right and then some! Love when a company makes things right with generally satisfied customers. Your blanket is looking beautiful. Lots of color, lots of warmth. Enjoy your new sweater kit! It'll be here and we'll get to watch you create it!
ReplyDeleteI'm in love with Mrs. Rabbit. She has lovely stitcheries all over her ears and back. So adorable. I keep seeing those "Granny Squares" cardigan and tops all over the place. Nothing is new under sun; we just use them differently than the last generation. Lol. Enjoy! ;^)
ReplyDeleteYour rabbit is the cutest thing ever, Lin. Some fancy stitches make it a fancy bunny. I look forward to seeing the finish February stitches in your journal. I love the Wildshore blanket. The shells are perfect. Stylecraft was very generous with their replacement yarn. I like the jumper and your idea for turning it into a cardigan.
ReplyDeleteOh that rabbit is just gorgeous, what fun! You have done so well keeping up with the crochet and already on the border... nimble fingers! Well done Stylecraft and a lovely new kit.... well you have finished one project you need a new one!
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Well done on finishing your cute rabbit. You’ve been very productive, keeping up with your journal as well as Lucy’s blanket. I’m looking forward to seeing your new woollen creation evolve.
ReplyDeleteOh Lin, that is such a sweet bunny! Well done on such a pretty finish. Your Wildshore blanket is coming along wonderfully, and I do love the pattern pics for that Amonites project. Enjoy all your crafting this new month of March!
ReplyDeleteCutest most decorative rabbit ever! I love the stitched details. You are do artistic.
ReplyDeleteLin, Ms Rabbit is gorgeous!! Such an amazing job you did with her. All the embroidery is sublime from that on her tummy to the stitches cascading down her ears. Me thinks I need to fashion one. =) And yes, you must, must crochet that pretty jumper. 'Tis beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGreat job with your rabbit. What a nice surprise receive that package. Now to have fun making these cardigan. It looks lovely
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute bunny,love the embroidery.Also your blanket looks great.You have been very busy.
ReplyDeleteGreat finish. The Rabbit is so cute.
ReplyDeleteNice to keep up with the stitching journal.
Lovely border on the ripple blanket.
Some pretty yarn and the pattern for the jumper is beautiful.
A very successful rabbit - and my goodness, two jumpers in the offing!
ReplyDeleteOh no waffle on!! It is really interesting. Wonderful package from the wool people and I love the crochet jumper pattern. Your rabbit is stunning, you are so clever! Great blanket too Lin.
ReplyDeleteLove that Bunny, and the wildshore blanket is looking great!
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