Usually when I play along with My Creative Space, I show you projects in progress, which I suppose is more in spirit with the theme of the game, but this time around I’ve got some finished pieces to show you. I had a small backlog of projects in need of finishing, and I’m relieved to say that they are done, done, done!
The long-knit baby blanket finally materialized and was sent on its way just in time for a pair of new parents.
This is one of my favorite blanket patterns. It’s from Knitting to Go. I love the vintage look and all the texture on both sides. It takes longer to make than my quick go-to blanket, but it’s so worth it.
I also made some new decorative sewing pins, this time with some pretty wooden beads. (I just realized this photo was taken before I cleaned up the excess glue sticking to the beads. Just don’t look at a larger size of this photo and you can pretend they’re perfect!)
Right now I’m working on a few more sets of pins in hopes of doing a teensy shop update. (Speaking of shops, my poor little shop has been neglected for quite some time now, and I’ve got all sorts of ideas flowing, including a little sale, so stay tuned!)
I also did some reattaching of fallen-off iron-ons to T-shirts and a general reordering and putting away, which was overdue amidst all the other finishing that was taking place. That process made me realize I’ve never written about my move to a new creative space, one that’s even better than the very awesome space I had before, so mental note to take photos when I get my camera back. In the meantime, here’s a little sneak preview via camera phone:
There are more creative things to show you, oodles more, but I’ll spare you an epic-length post and write about those another time. If you’re hungry for more, though, there are ever so many creative spaces to be found at kootoyoo, so pop on over! (Oh, and there are a few more photos of the blanket and pins at my flickr page if you feel so inclined!)
Love that blanket – the texture is gorgeous and so is the colour!
Can’t wait to see more of the “new” space!
written on May 5th, 2010, at 5:46 pmThat blanket is a treasure, beautiful…And I love your space, I need one like that :)
written on May 5th, 2010, at 7:25 pmThe blanket is so beautiful!
written on May 5th, 2010, at 7:42 pmI love the baby blanket, what a lovely and thoughtful gift. I’m envious of all that storage in your creative space! I have boxes packed in underneath my desk with my sewing machine. My husband asked me this week if I needed more space and I said no because I would just spread the mess further.
written on May 5th, 2010, at 8:02 pmwhat an amazing place to store all of your supplies there…and the baby blanket is on its way …big finish!!
written on May 5th, 2010, at 8:06 pmWhat a gorgeous blanket. The colour and design is beautiful :)
written on May 5th, 2010, at 8:14 pmLove the blanket and decorative pins. Also I am very jealous of what looks like a pretty amazing creative space :)
written on May 5th, 2010, at 8:18 pmlucky parents ! the blanket looks so soft and what a gorgeous color ! i’d love to knit so beautifully…
written on May 5th, 2010, at 8:19 pmyour sewing pins are so cool !
workspace clean up on my agenda today so you have inspired me. i love the blanket, need it here at the moment!
written on May 5th, 2010, at 9:14 pmI love love love those pins.
written on May 5th, 2010, at 10:16 pmWhat a yummy blanket! Well worth the extra time and effort, I’d say…
written on May 5th, 2010, at 10:31 pmThat blanket looks sooooo cozy! Forget a little baby- you need to make some adult versions of it! xo m.
written on May 5th, 2010, at 11:47 pmThe blanket is gorgeous – I love the pattern. Your space looks great too. Mine is a shambles in desperate need of tidying, but that cuts into the creating time…..
written on May 6th, 2010, at 12:04 amI love your baby blanket!!! I agree with meagan above, I think i’ll make myself an adult blanket LOL
I also see a lot of amigurumi in your creative space!!! I just fell in love with crocheting recently hehehe~~ can’t wait to make more!
written on May 6th, 2010, at 12:57 amGotta love looking at all those finished work of yours! Have always love stalking at your creative space, Gretchen.
All the best on the new ideas flowing and the upcoming sales in your little store! I believe it is going to be a big hit and bringing more sales to your funky town! :)
Thanks for leaving some really encouraging lovely comments in my blog today! XX
written on May 6th, 2010, at 1:38 amOh, it’s nice to see finished projects too! Your shelving is so organized…eek, one day perhaps I can get all the shelving :) It looks fabulous!
written on May 6th, 2010, at 2:16 amThat is a lovely sweet little blanket and looks like a great pattern too.
written on May 6th, 2010, at 2:39 amI LOVE that blanket. It’s just beautiful and such a gorgeous colour too. Your space looks wonderful. I really need storage like that.
written on May 6th, 2010, at 3:02 amI loooooove your space!!!! The blanket is lovely, It is very addictive making it isn’t it? =D
written on May 6th, 2010, at 4:30 amoh gretchen, i do love that blanket (lucky recipients) and i do adore the pins, but that space is the clincher. wow, i remember your space from when i first joined this meme and you gave us a tour. that little tipple of the new space has me drooling. good on you
written on May 6th, 2010, at 6:26 amWhenever there is a finished anything, you should stand up, hold head high and celebrate! Besides, it reminds the rest of us WIP peeps that there is supposed to be an end, you know. Tell that to my granny blanket.
written on May 6th, 2010, at 7:17 amLove the baby blanket, it’s really beautiful and I’m sure the new parents will treasure it forever. Lovely knitting – wish I could do that but I am a bit rubbish with the needles!
written on May 6th, 2010, at 7:26 amThanks for your comment- it is always a surprise to see how things can look so different on different computers! x
Your crafty space looks gorgeous! Can’t wait to see it properly :)
written on May 6th, 2010, at 9:59 amlove the blankets! Good on you for finishing some stuff off! What a feeling huh?
written on May 6th, 2010, at 6:06 pm