What is it about the cooler weather approaching that makes me want to be more crafty? Is it because Pinterest is getting all pumpkin crazy on us? Maybe so. I think I've pinned about twenty-something pumpkin recipes already. Better get busy.
Well, I've been working on a few diy projects lately. One that I completed in one sitting, one that will probably take several months (or decades), and one that I keep changing my mind about.
no.1
This is an old vintage sheet I found that wasn't in the best condition to use on a bed, but perfect for cutting up and using it to make the lining of a basket!
I recently made a larger size basket like this one. It was just such a fun and easy project that I decided to make one for my friend, Stephanie, as well. She's getting ready to have a little babe and she said she's needing all kinds of little storage bins like this. Perfect for storing little socks or hair bows. Eeee!
no.2
I'm crocheting a blanket! And stinking to it for real this time. Usually if its any larger that a scarf or a pot holder, I give up after a couple weeks of working on it. But not this time! Even if I'm 80 years old and still working on it, I'ma gonna finish it! Well, we'll see. I do have a lot of hope for this one though. First of all, because I learned this zig-zag stitch (much thanks to Stephanie) and its fun to crochet, plus its a little more interesting to the eye than just a straight line. Second, I had a vision of what I wanted the end result to look like even before I started it. Most times when I start a crocheting project, especially blankets, I start and then randomly add colors, stripes, etc. But having a plan has helped me stick to it and get more accomplished.
I will keep you posted on the progress of this beast. It will probably take a while!
no.3
The undecided project.
I love, love, love this fabric. It's a thick tapestry material. Originally I wanted to cover the shade of the hanging lamp in our bedroom because it was just a boring, solid black. But while starting the covering process, I discovered that stripes are going to be a little more difficult than I thought. The lamp shade has a slightly small diameter on top than on the bottom, which makes the stripes start to go all crooked when its wrapped all the way around. So, plan B. Maybe a pillow or two? Maybe a wall hanging of sorts? I'm in no real hurry, but I am excited for these stripes to be a part of our decor one way or the other!
Are you guys itching to do some fall crafts? I am really excited for this coming season. I know everyone is saying that. But it's the best. For real.
no.1
no.2
I will keep you posted on the progress of this beast. It will probably take a while!
no.3
I love, love, love this fabric. It's a thick tapestry material. Originally I wanted to cover the shade of the hanging lamp in our bedroom because it was just a boring, solid black. But while starting the covering process, I discovered that stripes are going to be a little more difficult than I thought. The lamp shade has a slightly small diameter on top than on the bottom, which makes the stripes start to go all crooked when its wrapped all the way around. So, plan B. Maybe a pillow or two? Maybe a wall hanging of sorts? I'm in no real hurry, but I am excited for these stripes to be a part of our decor one way or the other!
Are you guys itching to do some fall crafts? I am really excited for this coming season. I know everyone is saying that. But it's the best. For real.
3 comments:
These are such fun projects! I decorated a plain blue lampshade with white acrylic flowers when I moved into my new home, and I love it now! It took a little bit of time, but it's really cute and was a cheap way to improve a boring shade.
Love your baskets! I want to make one!
great colors for the blanket. i recently crocheted one in a similar pattern and gifted it to a soon-to-be-mom friend. the fresh colors of yours make we want to do another!
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