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Transforming fabric and fiber into complex objects fascinates me. I enjoy using colors, textures, and patterns to translate ideas into tangible fo...
Rags to Riches Jacket
Rags to Riches Jacket
Many lovely & fun vintage cotton fabrics were pieced together to create/design this fun & funky jacket. I fringed the edges of the blocks after se...
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Pumped.
Hand Tinted Black and White Photo the "Classic way". Photo is Selenium Toned. I use my 2 Zone Technique to create my Photo Art. Never computer aide...
TREE TOPS
TREE TOPS
TREE TOPS has been created entirely by using hand knitted pieces of varying shades of green. There is some beading, used to generate light. I...
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Knottylady Designs Showstoppers's Gallery

Knottylady Designs Showstoppers's Gallery Nature dominates our world & commands our respect. Appreciate your garden, sunrises & sunsets & translate them into your art accepting with grace what only nature can provide. Self-taught in various creative mediums; my enthusiasm for design began as a child with nature as my focal point. My passion for yarn, fabric & fiber evolves daily. My creations embellish the surfaces of my daily life giving detail to austerity. Does it catch the eye? Does the piece draw attention deeper into the creativeness of the piece? The natural world is my preferred palette and in human hands-magic often happens. The artistic process is the desire to create & play with concepts. Patricia Maxwell (wearableartdesigns) My pieces are for sale. Please contact me through wearableartdesigns@yahoo.com if you have any questions. I am more than happy to answer your questions. Items can be made-to-order. Thank you for stopping by.


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"A River Runs Through It"

"A River Runs Through It"

A cathartic work, this piece represents my younger years in Montana watching my older brother fly fishing in the gorgeous Gallatin River. The river,ripples,& bedrock are all represented in this piece & I can see my brother's fly fishing rod & the line rhythmically dancing & the heat mirages on the river dancing with and through each other. I feel patterns of my own life joining with them. The stories of life are like this river & I touch the water & the ripples grown larger & drift silently away from my fingertips & I know that eventually all things merge into one as Big Sky Montana, Ponderosa Pines, the bedrock (flap) & the river encircle me & eventually all merge as A River Runs Through It. Visiting China & Hong Kong I purchased batik cloth & the blues in the fabric line the interior base carrying on the river theme. Two silver Hushco buttons adorn the front flap. This gorgeous yarn stripes with shades of blue representing the river & the strap & flap edges ripple like the river & therefore, in this work..".A River Runs Through It "( a book by Norman Maclean)
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'Jellicle Cats' (medium tote)

'Jellicle Cats' (medium tote)

"Jellicle Cats are black & white, Jellicle Cats are merry & bright, Jellicle Cats have bright black eyes And wait for the Jellicle moon to rise" from T.S. Eliot's book 'Old Possom's Book of Practical Cats' & from one of my favorite Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals I saw in the London Theatre. This medium tote begins with a black wool base and then novelty yarns are carried upwards depicting Jellicle Cat whiskers, fur & then the large black & white beads which surround the lower top of the bag depict Jellicle Cat's eyes. A lovely fashion button continues the Jellicle Cat black & white theme. The top interior edge has black grosgrain ribbon with white dots carrying on the theme. One interior pocket continues the black & white Jellicle theme as does the double I Cord handle which pulls through for use as a shoulder strap. One magnetic interior closure keeps items secure & the finishing touch is a fabric covered needlepoint foamcore base in a lovely & fun black & white theme. (a Jommi bag) En
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'Jennyanydots' (tortoise shell medium tote)

'Jennyanydots' (tortoise shell medium tote)

This medium cat tote is The Cat's Meow! A tortoiseshell is a cat whose coloring is a flecked mixture of either black & red & sometimes some white & cream. ' Jennyanydots' from the musical Cats by Andrew Lloyd Webber has three costumes & one is very like the tortie cat. I knitted/felted this fun cat bag with black wool & various novelty yarns. Top lower edge has gorgeous reddish beads knitted/felted all around. A pretty tortie pendant hangs from the top front or one can use the lovely fashion pin. Interior pocket, lovely interior top edging & interior base fashion tortie fabric covered foamcore. Torties have made their mark in history & folklore. Enjoy The Cat's Meow!
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'La Boheme' (felted accessory case)

'La Boheme' (felted accessory case)

My 'La Boheme' felted bag has a lovely accessory in this eye glass case/IPOD/MP3 player case. This lovely case fits perfectly inside the 'La Boheme' bag & is completely handstitched & the embellishments are all handstitched (needlefelting, embroidery,crewel). A lovely seashell button adorns this case & the colors compliment the felted/cut/embellished wool sweater pieces. A buttonhole in the flap is handstitched & the flap comes over the top edge to catch the lovely shell fashion button. Enjoy!
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'La Boheme' (felted sweater shoulder bag)

'La Boheme' (felted sweater shoulder bag)

A precious, vintage wool sweater washed & felted into a beautiful fabric that I cut to create this lovely metamorphis from a wool sweater to a lovely Bohemian (hand embellished) handbag. Completely handstitched with a lovely interior top edge & exterior top edge gold trim. No sewing machine or embellisher was used-all handstitched. Lovely shell beads trim the front and back middle of this creation & several embroidery/crewel stitches & needlefelting add to the Bohemian look & fun of this bag. The handle has tiny floral embellisments the length of the handle & each side has a knotted/fringed twist which comes through beautifully to embellish & strengthen the shoulder strap. Recycled from a precious wool sweater this was such fun to design. I think of the opera 'La Boheme' when I look at it & the beauty of the music. Interior pocket is the neck edge of the sweater. Enjoy!
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'Le Vie en Rose'

'Le Vie en Rose'

Rose-scented geraniums (Pelargonium graveolens), with a delicate, spicy rose-scent came to mind together with 'Le Vie en Rose' (Edith Piaf/french singer) as these gorgeous organic wool/soy yarns felted. These two beautiful bowls with trivet & coasters have a myriad of uses. Rose-scented geranium petals are used for potpourri,preserves,teas, vinegars & sachets. Enjoy my 'rose geranium organic pottery & think of Paris & 'the little French sparrow' singing' Le Vie en Rose'. (No real fragrances used in creating these.) Enjoy!
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'Out Of Africa'

'Out Of Africa'

A lovely knitted/felted medium size roomy bag depicts various animals/landscapes out of Africa with several novelty yarns knitted together with the lovely brown wool. A love of Africa inspired this bag. Memories of Africa ; its beautiful animals & landscapes are knitted/felted into this bag. Top interior edge embellished with animal print grosgrain ribbon & two interior pockets continue the theme. The interior base is beautiful animal print fabric covered foamcore for durability & strength. Orange print wooden beads (felted in) surround the lower part of the top edge & one wooden African pendant embellishes the mid front. An I Cord handle pulls through for one long handle or two shorter ones (over the shoulder). Thanks for joining my safari. (no animals were injured/maimed in designing/creating this bag-all fur like novelty yarns)
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'Out of Africa' Shawl

'Out of Africa' Shawl

Knitted shawl in various yarns & multiple stitch variations simulate the animals, people & cultures of Africa. Multiple yarns create the fringed side of this lovely shawl & each end is done in a multiple of stitches in black & ribbon novelty yarn and embellished with wooden buttons simulating African cultures. Warm tones of blacks, browns, taupe & cream enhance the beauty of this 'Out of Africa' shawl. Enjoy.
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'Pirates of the Caribbean' Messenger Bag

'Pirates of the Caribbean' Messenger Bag

Knitted/felted with gorgeous tones of teal,purple wool & purple/silver mohair this messenger bag has a fabulous flap taking on the look of barnacles & seaweed (dreadlocks) giving it the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' Jack Sparrow flair. Several pockets & a twice reinforced base is covered in complimenting fabric taking on the look of the sea. This was an amazing bag to knit & felt & I was very pleased with the exquisite flap with all of the bobbles & fringe felted to look like barnacles & dreadlocks. An over-the-shoulder strap enhances the look. Enjoy my newest treasure/design. Thanks for stopping by.
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'Skimbleshanks' (medium tote)

'Skimbleshanks' (medium tote)

'Skimbleshanks' tote depicts an orange tabby cat from T.S. Eliot's poetry "Old Possom's Book of Practical Cats" & Andrew Lloyd Webber's muscial 'Cats'. Beads are knitted/felted into the lower top edge & depict cat's eyes & the various novelty yarns add to the orange tabby colors, furriness & softness of a cat. An I Cord double handle pulls through for one long ,over the shoulder handle. He lives on the night mail train & is a friendly uncle to all the cats. Lovely orange tabby bag. (my Rafet -ne trop bag-African Wolof language) Enjoy!
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'Starry Night Tote'

'Starry Night Tote'

Knitted, felted & needlefelted this medium tote replicates Van Gogh's famous painting 'Starry Night' (1889). A night sky filled with swirling clouds, stars ablaze in their own luminescence & a bright crescent moon each are exaggerated features in a scene we all can relate to as the sky keeps the viewer's eye moving about & following the stars. A small town lies below the rolling hills with a peaceful essence with a tall church steeple center point. A unique dichronic glass button coordinates for the top edge closure. Reflected in the eleven stars is Van Gogh's religious endeavor from Genesis 37:9..'behold, the sun, moon and the eleven stars made obeisance to me...' I stood near this painting twice in my life & it touches me deeply. This was a pleasure to attempt to recreate in yarn. Enjoy!
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'Toot Sweet' Jelly Bean Basket

'Toot Sweet' Jelly Bean Basket

Lovely turquoise wool held with several novelty yarns , knitted/felted into this lovely, fun spring basket. Use it for a baby shower with gifts inside & in the baby's room or use it in a child's room to hold favorite things. ' Toot Sweet' has a sturdy welt-ridge base and then flows into fun fur & then into a colorful' jelly bean' basket with a very lovely ruffle and densely felted I cord handle. Also use it for holidays. Fun for a small child, tweens & teens. Enjoy this fun 'Toot Sweet' basket!
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221b Baker Street/London Tote

221b Baker Street/London Tote

Black, grey & white wool yarns knitted & felted into this lovely tweed medium sized tote named for a familiar address in London. A lovely ICORD handle has D rings and a silver hook to catch & wear as a long strap or two straps & additional beaded handles create a totally new look & feel. The beaded handles can be tucked inside when not in use so wear it your way! Two large & two smaller interior pockets embellished with lovely fashion buttons, top interior black fashion trim, lovely black & white fashion fabric covers the interior base, ICORD ties at each top edge side are embellished with novelty yarn as is the top edge of the bag/tote. Numerous pockets, buttons, magnetic snap, black frog top closure all add to the fashion bag for all seasons. I knitted THREE flowers in 3 different wool yarns, felted them & embellished them with a lovely silver fashion button for the front of the tote. Think of Sherlock Holmes & Watson & where they lived in London & the tweed coat that Holme
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A Charlie Brown Holiday Blanket

A Charlie Brown Holiday Blanket

Soft, fun fleece tied blanket with a Charlie Brown theme & a purple fleece backing designed, created for an adorable baby boy, Nicholas, for one of his holiday gifts. This will keep baby cozy & warm & he will enjoy picking at the scenes of Charlie Brown & his friends playing in the snow. Just the right size for Mommy & baby to cuddle under or for Nicholas to lie on when he is playing on the floor. Four soft animal friends enjoying the blanket are part of the warm gift. Enjoy! Thanks for stopping by!
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A Mother's Heart (hand quilted)

A Mother's Heart (hand quilted)

Each heart on my hand quilted wall hanging represents one of my children, grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Each heart is lovingly handstitched and lightly filled with soft batting to give it a three dimentional look and the fullness is the love I feel in my heart for each person represented in this handmade quilt/wall hanging. It is indeed a 'work of heart'. The fabrics are those I have saved through the years and some were pieces I cut from a few of my grandmother's aprons. My grandmother wore a clean, lovely apron each day . I remember my grandmother with so much love and she is represented in each heart. Handquilted with love. (36" X 40") A great grandson on the way so another heart will have a name in April 2007!New great grandson, Elliot Gordon has a place on Grandma's quilt. Two more great grandbabies are due in the fall. Two more hearts will have new names. Thanks for stopping by!
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Age of Aquarius Tote

Age of Aquarius Tote


Once in a Blue Moon one designs a work of art that defines one's passion in and for life. Knitted & felted with gorgeous colors emulating water, earth & sky coming together & existing harmoniously as the astrological belief that the world is in the Age of Aquarius-an age of love, light & humanity. This work is filled with symbolism with the bobbles around the bottom edge symbolizing the planets; up into the turquoise with the silver beads as stars in the sky & still upward to the rows with fashion buttons and a large pendant which emulates earth & then back into the bobble like planets around the top edge. The top edge is beautifully felted with two ICORD loops on each side of this piece and they hold two ICORD handle twists. The interior carries on the theme of Aquarius with two lovely pockets and a fashion fabric in purples covering a twice reinforced base for beauty, strength & durability. The entire work is surrounded with the beads, bobbles , buttons & pendants on the front & back. Everything becomes unified. All of our differences, all of our dualities mix together like the fragrances of a flower garden, with all the varieties of flowers adding their bouquet to the overall mix until they are inseparable . Each individual flower remains distinct & individual, each one's fragrance is unique & discernible yet joined together in unity with the others in a wonderful mixture that is the fragrance of life's garden with water as life's source. This work was commissioned & the colors specifically chosen but giving me creative carte blanche. Thanks for stopping by.
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Amazing Grapes (wine sac & table caddy)

Amazing Grapes (wine sac & table caddy)

Lovely organic wool/soy yarns felted into this perfect duo for a lovely presentation/gift/beverage holders for the holidays & anytime. Lovely ICORD tie embellished with tiny seed beads & I knitted/felted vines & grapes (luscious looking) in various shades & added them after felting. Amazing Grapes will make a lovely presentation with any beverage included. Please enjoy Amazing Grapes.
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Aphrodite

Aphrodite

Knitted/felted with beautiful denim look yarn held together with a fun Fling yarn in shades of blues & whites that creates the look of sea life. A lovely flap with three button holes & three beautiful silver buttons add to the look of denim & silver-a lovely combination. I chose these buttons which remind me of dubloons (treasure from the sea). This bag is very roomy, fun & functional. Aphrodite , a Grecian goddess of the sea is associated with all the creatures of the sea. She represents the sea which is life giving & is the goddess of love & beauty. A truly fun bag with one interior pocket. Thanks for stopping by.
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Artist's Palette Shawl

Artist's Palette Shawl

Stunning mohair yarn in a blend of impressionist colors & a lovely novelty yarn in the same color palette knitted together to create this stunning shawl. Light & airy (but cozy) this lovely shawl's ruffled sides & fringed ends gives it a romantic flair. My attempt with yarns at impressionism & its 'en plein air' attempts to emphasize vivid overall effects to achieve the overall effect of intense color vibration. This attempt at impressionism expresses a bright & varied use of color. Each airy fringe is accented at the top points with a wisp of ribbon. Enjoy! Thanks for stopping by.
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Autumn Daze

Autumn Daze

AUTUMN DAZE brings to mind the cooler nights and warmer days in an autumnal season. The fabulous wools and novelty yarns add warmth to this bag and bring to mind the beauty of an Indian Summer. Designed, knitted,felted with a reminder of summer days gone and autumn days one by one reaching out to take us to a new place on the color palette of artistic endeavor. Lovely fashion buttons add to the autumnal beauty. This bag is featured at MINNESOTA ARTISTS TEXTILES ON THE TOWN (MIXED MEDIA).
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Autumn in New York's Central Park

Autumn in New York's Central Park

Gorgeous & luscious Cascade Pastazza yarns & novelty yarns knitted/felted into this lovely, medium sized tote with two interior pockets & a twice reinforced (lovely) fabric covered interior base. An ICORD runs through the top edge & two loops stand out to twist over the top edges and catch the lovely wooden leaf fashion buttons. Two ICord handles knot in the four corners & a gorgeous trim embellishes the top interior edge with two interior pockets knitted/felted to continue the Central Park autumnal theme. I beaded two wire handles in shades to compliment this medium sized tote which boasts lovely maple leaves in autumn colors cascading down the front of the bag. You can easily use the two beaded handles or you can carry this tote over-the shoulder with the two ICORD handles. The beaded handles fold down into the bag when you are not using them. The top interior edge has magnetic snaps Many memories knitted into this lovely knitted/felted/embellished bag. Enjoy Autumn in New York's Central Park.
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Baggar Vance

Baggar Vance

The Legend of Baggar Vance demonstrates the process of personal renewal & transformation and the felting process demonstrates the transformation of knitted yarn into something beautiful yet transforming it into something totally new & even more beautiful.
Indeed a showpiece; this briefcase, travel bag, satchel is knitted and felted with gorgeous Peruvian wools in deep burgundy and rust. Peruvian wool MAGNUM felts into a dense blanket texture and the burgundy is highlighted with a rust colored I CORD bindoff. Large enough for long file folders and for carrying a notebook computer with two felted exterior pockets for added space. The base is knitted/felted with the contrasting rust Peruvian wool for added highlights. Interior foam in black is handstitched to each interior side to prevent static to one's notebook (computer) with added deep brown grosgrain ribbon edging. A fabric covered foamcore interior base , suede topstitching & magnetic snaps. UNIQUE!
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Bead Me Up (fashion bag)

Bead Me Up (fashion bag)

Roomy enough for daytime & stylish enough for evening I crocheted this black bag & then beaded a lovely applique with seed beads & bugle beads to embellish the front of this bag. The handles are plastic tubing with black crochet around them. The interior is lined in black fabric with a small pocket. A key chain hooks around one of the handles and is embellished with a black, crocheted flower attached. You can attach charms to this key chain also for further embellishment. Enjoy my Bead Me Up black fashion bag. Thanks for stopping by.
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Beyond The Sea (organic pottery)

Beyond The Sea (organic pottery)

The wool/soy organic yarn kniitted & felted into a gorgeous sky, sea & sand theme. The essence of Beyond The Sea is the sea itself stirring powerful memories of Kiawah Island, South Carolina. Sun, sand, sea & sky-what else could it be but inspirational. In my work; I continually explore the relationship & balance which exists between design, shapes & creation. Four coasters & trivet lightly sprayed on backs with non-skid fabric spray. Fun wooly/soy organic stripes!
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Big Sky Montana (organic pottery)

Big Sky Montana (organic pottery)

Fascinating wool & soy fibers knitted and felted to create beautiful & functional bowls, trivets & coasters. It is exciting to explore different shapes and fibers to create something beautiful & useful for home or office. Densely felted these organic pottery pieces offer an appreciation for Nature & an expanding opportunity for unique designs with inspiration from different cultures & traditions. Unique & versatile with a variety of uses. The possibilities are endless. Unique & multi-faceted the knitting & felting process is unpredictable and once I am working with the piece-suddenly I know what works and it becomes art. The smaller bowl nests into the larger bowl for added convenience. (trivets & coasters sprayed on back sides with non-skid adhesive for safety)
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Black Beauty

Black Beauty

Black wool yarn & silver novelty yarns knitted together to create this traditional, timeless evening bag. A lovely vintage fashion button adorns the front and adds glitz & glamor to the flap. A long I Cord handle knitted/felted with black & silver compliments this roomy evening bag. One interior pocket in black & silver adds to the functionality of this bag. Not just your average evening bag. Timeless elegance! A showstopper!
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Black Tie Affair (beverage sac & caddy)

Black Tie Affair (beverage sac & caddy)

Wrapped & ready for the holidays or as a host/hostess gift anytime this Black Tie Affair dynamic duo will hold any bottled beverage with elegance & will make a lovely table even lovelier. Organic wool/soy yarns in greys, blacks & whites knitted/felted/needelfelted & the bow ties & ICORD tie ends are needlefelted with gorgeous mohair yarn for a very festive/elegant Black Tie Affair look. (bottom of wine sac & wine caddy sprayed with non-skid fabric spray) Enjoy Black Tie Affair. Thanks for stopping by.
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Blue Danube

Blue Danube

A lovely eyeglass case knitted/felted with organic wool/soy yarn in lovely shades of blues & then needlefelted with gorgeous mohair yarns. A lovely triangular flap comes over the top to catch a silver heart-shaped fashion button. The flap is also needlefelted & beaded around the edges with sparkling seed beads in two shades of blue. An ICORD knitted/felted strap allows it to be worn over-the -head with your glasses always nearby & for length of strap; an ICORD stretches with time so begin with a shorter strap. It can also be dampened and pulled into a longer length. It is stunning in person & the photos do not do it justice. This case was a special order. Enjoy the Blue Danube. These eyeglass cases can be made-to-order in any color or needlefelting/special buttons or charms. Contact me through wearableartdesigns@yahoo.com. Thank you!
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Blues On Parade

Blues On Parade

This fun knitted/felted bag has a thick, gorgeous ruffle embellishing the bottom. Four different shades of blue wool yarns held together knitting this bag. A fun handle knitted/felted widens at sides and narrows in top middle and is a great shoulder bag. An I Cord runs through the top edge and forms a large loop which comes over the top edge to catch a lovely blue shell fashion button. An interior pocket completes this Blues On Parade theme. All my bags are twice reinforced with webbing & lovely fabric covered needlepoint foamcore for durability & beauty. Enjoy! Thanks for stopping by.
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Book Carrier (recycled fabrics & materials)

Book Carrier (recycled fabrics & materials)

This is just the sweetest fabric which was a dress my daughter wore years ago and now it is metamorphosing into other things such as this lovely book carrier with lace edging & lovely heart & butterfly embellishments . A ribbon bookmark is sewn into the layers. As a little girl, my daughter chose this fabric so she will receive this book carrier as a gifted memory & a poetry book inside. Enjoy!
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Book Carrier (recycled materials)

Book Carrier (recycled materials)

This delightful book cover with handles is created from recycled fabric & lace. Exterior pocket for pens & notepad on the front is embellished with ribbon & lace. It is amazing what one can design/create from fabrics (dresses,blankets, bedding) which are no longer used but have potential for other creations/ memory making. This will be used in a wedding for bridesmaids gift books & scrapbooking mementoes from the wedding preparations & bridal shower photos. Let your mind wander & you will think of a myriad of uses for these lovely book carriers. A ribbon bookmark is sewn inside the layers of fabric & lovely ribbon & lace closure secures the book with velcro & embellishes the book carrier front along with ribbon & flower embellishments. This was the bride's bed coverlet recycled for a bridesmaids gift.
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Botticelli's Venus Scarf

Botticelli's Venus Scarf

This art scarf is knitted in two pieces and then grafted together in the middle where I then knitted two rufffles which look like a lovely flower. The knitted shells on either end of this scarf represent the shell Venus is standing on in Botticelli's painting circa 1480. I knitted this scarf with a lovely, pink silk yarn that is so soft to the touch & wonderful around one's neck on a summer day or evening. Enjoy!
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Bourbon Street (Mardi Gras Bag)

Bourbon Street (Mardi Gras Bag)

Bourbon Street Bag knitted/felted into this fun Mardi Gras (New Orleans) celebration & I find it very apropos to have completed this bag for Shrove Tuesday (Fat Tuesday) and the celebrations/merrymaking taking place in New Orleans & in other places around the world. Celebrations include a carnival atmosphere and this is what I attempted to capture in this Mardi Gras Bourbon Street theme bag. Several lovely wool yarns and many novelty yarns combine to create this fun/frivolous bag with a lovely knitted but NOT felted flap surrounded by a large ruffle which is edged with lovely novelty yarn looking like beads & flowers. I knitted with beads throughout the ruffle giving it more of the carnival/merrymaking atmosphere occurring in places like New Orleans where merriment & excessive indulgence awaken all senses of frivolity before the solemn season of fasting for Lent. Masks, parades, beads, flowers & street dancing enhance the merriment associated with Mardi Gras.Enjoy!
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Bow Tie Scarves (vintage knitted pattern)

Bow Tie Scarves (vintage knitted pattern)

A lovely vintage knitted pattern discovered among my Grandmother's patterns; I utilized newer fashion yarns to create these bow tie scarves which have a knitted slot and one 'petal' slips through the slot to keep the scarf in place and to keep your neck warm & cozy. Two different sizes and different yarns were used to show variations with the pattern. The larger bow tie scarf is done in a very soft, multi-colored chenille yarn and the smaller two are knitted with gorgeous Glitallic synthetic yarns in soft lavender & one in light burgundy/wine & flecks of gold & silver add a touch of bling.
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Breakfast at Tiffany's

Breakfast at Tiffany's

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'Breakfast at Tiffany's ' a classic, chic black bag knitted/felted in gorgeous imported black wool which looks like velvet when felted. Lovely novelty ribbon yarn in gold, silver and black highlights several areas on this bag creating a sensational look. A lovely knitted/felted bow on the front of this bag is highlighted with the gold, black & silver as is the top edge of the bag and the top edge of the interior pocket. Two ruffles enhance the lower edge and one ruffle enhances the lower top edge. Lovely rhinestone enhanced fabric covers the interior base for stunning detail. A knitted/felted handle completes the elegant & classic look giving this bag the classic look of Audrey Hepburn as Holly Golightly in "Breakfast at Tiffany's" as she sits on the fire escape singing "Moon River" and longing to find her place in the world (that daring, darling Holly Golightly). Elegant, classic, chic with timeless style for a night on the town. A unique showstopper.
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Broadway Melody

Broadway Melody

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Broadway Melody , a large tote/overnight/carryon recreates the aesthetic manner of the Broadway theatre district of New York City. Reds and blacks feature the Broadway theatre scene beginning with the base of the bag in black and at the lower base in white and black are piano keys running across the lower bottom and three inches down from the top (another set of piano keys). The front edges of this tote depict a theatre marquis and then the body of the bag is Broadway streets and lights with wool yarns felted together with hundreds of sequins knitted along with the wool and felted together to create the illusion of Broadway in the evening lights of New York City streets and as the bag's theme continues into the top we see the pinks and purples of the Broadway lights reflected in the evening sky. Two lovely vintage buttons are crossed over with gold and black I CORD twists. A vinatge pin with three dancers adorns the right top of this bag and they seem to be beckoning to yo
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Brown Bag It

Brown Bag It

Every once in a while we all BROWN BAG IT and this piece defines the ultimate carry all for a day at the office or a day of shopping fun. Chocolate brown wools combined with several novelty yarns take BROWN BAGGING IT to a new level. Knitted & felted and then detailing begins with an interior knitted/felted pocket handstitched to the interior which has a lovey fabric covered foamcore base for added strength, durability & beauty. Top edge interior is finished with grosgrain ribbon in a neutral tone along with gorgeous vintage beaded ribbon to enhance the beauty of BROWN BAG IT.An I CORD handle runs through the top edge and can be used long or doubled and worn over the shoulder. A lovely shell leaf pendant decorates the top edge exterior and adds to the beauty of BROWN BAG IT. Two versions of the same bag.
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Brush Strokes Scarf/Shawl

Brush Strokes Scarf/Shawl

A lovely white mohair yarn & a truly fun, funky & extremely colorful novelty yarn were used to knit this lovely scarf/shawl. Ruffles surround the edges & give the shawl a hint of romance. This shawl is very soft, lightweight & warm. The colors are gorgeous and intense and look like the tip of an artist's paint brush dripping with every color one can imagine. It was fun to design & use this wonderful novelty yarn which adds so much to this scarf/shawl. Enjoy Brush Strokes!
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Calfuray (ruffled basket)

Calfuray (ruffled basket)

Calfuray (kal-foo-RAW-ee) means 'violet flower' in Mapuche. This lovely spring basket is knitted/felted with gorgeous purple wool & several novelty yarns held together. The base has a knitted welt-ridge for stability & an I cord top edge which gives the basket durability/strength & beauty. The I Cord handle is densely felted & lovely! Great holiday basket or purse for a young girl, tween or teen. Mapuche peoples live in Chile & Argentina. Enjoy this lovely basket!
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Calypso (sea nymph)

Calypso (sea nymph)

Reminiscent of "a sea nymph" from Homer's "Odyessy" and the sea nympth CALYPSO. This turquoise "odyessy" depicts an oceanic theme with turquoise, purple, blues and black wools and novelty yarns complimented with a purple I Cord flap holder highlighted with two vintage buttons. The nubbiness of the flap denotes oceananic barnacles created by combining gorgeous wool with a novelty yarn felted together. Two I CORD handles knitted/felted with turquoise & purple wool and tied rosettes hold the handles in place in the front and back of this lovely bag. An interior pocket continues the oceanic theme and a reinforced base covered in lovely oceanic theme fabric completes this piece. One of a kind! A Showstopper!
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Carnival

Carnival

Knitted/felted with four colors of Cascade wool with Fling fun novelty yarn in the same myriad of colors carried along to create this one of a kind carnival bag. The fun novelty yarn adds bling to this bag and contributes to the carnival theme. Large interior pocket knitted/felted with the same fun colors. A go anywhere bag! This one was fun to design & is quite roomy for all of one's necessities. With a Carnival flair-this one makes you smile. Unique! A showstopper. Thanks for stopping by.
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Celtic Circle (fashion bag)

Celtic Circle (fashion bag)

A gorgeous black designer silk Dupiono fabric was used in machine sewing this evening/afternoon bag. I machine stitched a lovey, rich burgundy fabric applique & then machine stitched it to the front flap of the bag. I handbeaded/stitched the Celtic Circles with seed beads in rich tones of burgundy, bronze & silver with one longer bead inside the top and bottom of the larger circle. A Celtic Knot button is handstitched to the fabric and the flap comes almost completely over the top of the bag and catches with a piece of the cord used for the over-the-shoulder strap in black which can be knotted to be worn at any length. The strap measures
32 inches (81 cm) & the bag measures 6" wide by 7 " hi. The designer silk has an iridescent sheen. Celtic Art has many geometric patterns as ornamentation & in modern times Celtic Art is popularly thought of in terms of national identity and therefore, specifically Irish, Scottish & Welsh. Enjoy.
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Cha Cha Cha

Cha Cha Cha

Such a fun & flirty bag knitted in the most gorgeous handspun/kettledyed wools. Felting these gorgeous wools creates the beautiful blend of colors throughout this bag. Three large ruffles compliment the colors of the wool and are knitted and felted along with the bag and two lovely wool shoulder straps add to the fun. One interior pocket continues with the kettledyed wool and the base is reinforced and a lovely fabric covers the needlepoint foamcore base for added strength, durability and beauty. A Showstopper!
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Chantilly Lace Fingerless Mitts

Chantilly Lace Fingerless Mitts

I knitted these lovely lace patterned fingerless mitts when I was attempting to design fingerless mitts for bridesmaids for a wedding in October. The bride will be wearing white fingerless mitts but these are only for my use. The bridesmaids will be wearing black & white. I also knitted a white lace garter for the bride. These fingerless mitts are knitted in all cotton variegated yarn. I hand stitched lovely green seed beads around the top edge and around the thumb gusset. I embroidered French knots around the lower top edge to highlight the seed beads. I also knitted ICORDS 8-10 inches long & placed seed beads at each end for embellishment. The ICORD pulls through to tighten the mitt on the wrist area.
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Checkbook Covers (recycled materials)

Checkbook Covers (recycled materials)

Fun fabrics which are no longer used can be made into a multitude of useful items. It is fun to take one of these out of my purse to write a check when necessary and it is even easier to find my checkbook. Made of recycled fabric & lace, these are lovely and very functional. I have people ask me where I purchased them and they are so easy and fun to sew. Lined with a soft white cotton fabric & light weight batting in between the layers. Enjoy!
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CHRISTMAS CRECHE TEXTILE SCULPTURE

CHRISTMAS CRECHE TEXTILE SCULPTURE

These seasonal pieces are molded & crafted from muslin,wire shapes and a special paste and then allowed to dry. Please take note of how carefully the muslin fabric must be handled to create the look of folded fabric and the way in which the robes look as though they have drape to them. After the drying process they are very firm and can be spray painted or handpainted with gold or silver. Cording is used for hair on the angels and also for ties on the shepherds' robes and Joseph's robe and the head pieces. The tallest angel is 18 inches high ;small angels 8 inches high, Mary(holding baby Jesus)/Joseph & shepherds 12 inches high; wisemen 15 inches high (each). Sturdy and gorgeous seasonal pieces. I have made them each five feet high using wire plant holders (firm wire tomato stands) for an altar display. These are beautiful year after year. (One can finish these with jewels for the wisemen and Joseph and the shepherds have wooden staffs that fit into each of their hands.
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Citrus Grove (felted ruffled basket)

Citrus Grove (felted ruffled basket)

How fun to knit & felt these citrus colors & create a basket that is so like a Citrus Grove. Knitted /felted with a lovely yellow wool held together with several novelty yarns & the lovely green novelty yarn gives the basket a grassy look with little colorful pom poms sticking out amongst the grassy areas. The base has a welt edge for strength & durability & the I Cord handle is densely knitted/felted for strength & beauty. A lovely ruffled edge adds to the fun. This is a fun spring ruffled basket which can be used for holidays or in a child's room, tween or teen for their favorite things. Enjoy my Citrus Grove basket.
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Cleopatra

Cleopatra

Designed, knitted and felted with regal, royal purple wools combined with rich purple novelty yarns held throughout the body of the bag. Rich turquoise and purple novelty yarn adds contrast and compliments the top edge and handles. A rich purple fabric covers the needlepoint foam core interior base. The lovely turquoise and purple handle runs through the top edge and the handle can be worn doubled or pulled through for an over the shoulder look. These photos were taken before I added the gorgeous interior fabric to the foamcore bottom of this lovely, regal bag.
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Clinging Vines (wine sac & caddy)

Clinging Vines (wine sac & caddy)

Gorgeous organic wool/soy yarn felted into this lovely beverage sac & wine caddy knitted/felted with organic yarns. The knitted/felted vines & berries were added after the felting process to embellish both the beverage sac & caddy. ICord ties are embellished at the ends with seed beads in various colors to compliment the felted yarn. Song lyrics came to mind when I designed this host/hostess set. Dean Martin sang 'Cuddle up a little closer, Lovey mine; cuddle up & be my little Clinging Vine' & because I am a fan of Dean Martin songs I 'felt' it apropos to name this 'Clinging Vines'. Enjoy & thanks for stopping by. Fabulous host/hostess gift with any beverage. Caddy is lovely on the table or buffet.
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Cool School Colors (spring basket)

Cool School Colors (spring basket)

Knitting/felting this fun (checkers anyone?) basket was a pleasure for me because my grandson chose his school colors at my local yarn shop. He was eager to have me work with these wool yarns, fun & funky novelty yarns and beads. The base has a welt for added strength & durability & the handle is densely felted & I knitted beads throughtout the top ICORD bind off & the ICord handle for added fun. I look forward to filling it with surprises & giving it to my grandson. Please enjoy! (Made with TLC for Adam & one more for Geoffrey!)
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Cotton Candy (ruffled basket)

Cotton Candy (ruffled basket)

Knitted/felted Cotton Candy ruffled basket is just too adorable and fun. Gorgeous pink wool & several novelty yarns complete this colorful basket which can be used for holidays and little girls' rooms all year long. Tweens & teens would find this fun for holding items in their rooms.The large ruffle at the top is so beautiful with the pink wool & pink fun fur bling yarn held together. An I Cord bind off at the top edge keeps the basket so sturdy & the I Cord handle is densely felted to stand on its own. The base has a knitted ridge for added strength. Think Spring & 'The Easter Parade'. Enjoy! (taking orders now/any colors)
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Covent Garden (felted bag)

Covent Garden (felted bag)

Rich wool yarns in shades of deep greens & several novelty yarns used in creating this showstopper bag/tote. Covent Garden is one of my favorite places in London because of its street performers, theatres & the Royal Opera House. In the heart of London's West End, the area is recognized as a premier entertainment destination where jugglers, mime artists & variety acts entertain in the piazza. 'Covent Garden' felted bag has two ICORD handles, 2 interior pockets, interior fabric covered reinforced base & gorgeous 'roving' seed beaded/needlefelted flowers embellish the front of the bag reminiscent of a flower garden. Lighter green ICORD ties at either side embellished with tiny seed beads. Gorgeous green/gold interior top edge trim. Lovely & roomy. Enjoy 'Covent Garden'! Thanks for stopping by.
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Cuff Links

Cuff Links

Our 15 year old granddaughter wanted me to design some knitted jewelry for her wrists so I knitted these fun & colorful Cuff Links (wristlets) and her friends want them in their school colors. These will make great stocking stuffers & are wonderful wrist protectors when working on the computer. Fun & colorful they are knitted in one piece but look like a second band is pulled through. A paper towel holder makes a great place for them in our granddaughter's room! Jazz up any outfit! Enjoy!
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Daisy A Day

Daisy A Day

Knitted/felted vintage bubble bag pattern is reminiscent of a flower garden. My mother-in-law loved daisies & had a garden full of them so with the three lovely daisy fashion buttons the colors in this bag look very much like her flower garden. Daisies are such friendly flowers. The knitted/felted scalloped flap has three button holes and two I Cord handles run through the top edge and are tied like small rosettes in the front and back top edges of this fun/flowery bag. Novelty yarn crocheted around the button holes looks like the daisy buttons are in a garden & the top edge is also embellished with 'flowers'. Large interior pocket embellished also. Enjoy! Thanks for stopping by my daisy garden. Stop anytime for A Daisy A Day. Enjoy!
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Days of Wine and Roses

Days of Wine and Roses

DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES captures the essence of a romantic picnic or a couple in love seeking those carefree, intimate moments together of the DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES (and YOU). Lest one forget that the DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES never need to end and this tote was designed and created with that in mind. The tiny and beautiful purple silk roses which delicately surround the top edge of this piece continue to remind a special someone that there were those magic moments and that the flowers may fade and die but that magical time of being in love will be remembered. The purples, pinks and fabulous contrasting colors only compliment the total essence of this piece. Knittted and felted with many gorgeous wool and novelty yarns and the interior is a lovely as the exterior and the theme continues in the interior pockets and the reinforced bottom with its lovely fabric covered needlepoint foamcore. Love is in the air with DAYS OF WINE AND ROSES. The phrase "days of wine and roses" is originally from
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Delightfully Denim

Delightfully Denim

Knitted/felted in a fun ,versatile shape and ready to go with jeans or any outfit. Vintage buttons from my Grandmother's sewing box secure the flap that I embellished with Trio novelty ribbon in a blanket stitch around the flap & top edge. The interior has a lovely knitted/felted pocket together with the Trio novelty ribbon in shades of blue. A fun bag! Thanks for stopping by!
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Desert Wildflowers Bag

Desert Wildflowers Bag

Living in San Diego, we witnessed the beauty of the Anza-Borrego Desert in bloom with its colorful carpet of spring flowers. Stunningly magnificent; desert wildflowers & gorgeous insects drifiting from flower to flower is nature's palette. In knitting/felting/embroidering this bag I attempted to capture the essence of the desert in bloom. My felted bags are not mass produced & due to the nature of the fibres & material used, each is a unique creation/design. An adjustable ICORD handle may be used double or pulled through to tie at the side (adjustable tie) for a lovely over-the shoulder look. The interior is exquisitely detailed with magnetic snap, reinforced , (hand tie-dyed) fabric covered base , two interior pockets & top edged interior trim. A fashionable, fun bag. A deep purple base of a desert evening gives way to the desert dawn's natural wildflower splendor and a lovely dragonfly fashion pendant embellishes the novelty yarn embroidered flap. Enjoy!
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Desert Wildflowers IPOD/Eye Glasses Case

Desert Wildflowers IPOD/Eye Glasses Case

I knitted/felted this IPOD/Eye Glasses Case to accessorize the Desert Wildflowers Bag. There are a myriad of uses for this accessory. A lovely shell button in colors of the lovely wool yarn imitating wildflowers embellishes the front, knitted/felted loop. Two photos show the accessory case embroidered to match the Desert Wildflowers Bag. These cases can be made for anyone and can match any bag or just an accessory case for any bag or backpack. Very functional. Thanks for stopping by. Enjoy!
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Earth, Wind & Fire

Earth, Wind & Fire

This fabulous organic wool/soy yarn is gorgeous & felts beautifully. While knitting this bag I thought the colors reminded me of the southwest & the decorative flap is very southwest & reminds me of earth, wind & fire. The funky felted fringe looks like fire and the flap bobbles look like earth & rocks. An I Cord handle pulls through for one handle or two. I placed a golden sun pendant under the flap for even more of a southwestern theme. Enjoy this lovely fun & funky bag aptly named after the 70's group Earth, Wind & Fire whose music combined soul, gospel, jazz & an element of African sounds for cosmic, mystical sprituality which adds to the theme of this bag.
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Ebbtide

Ebbtide

EBBTIDE'S A LINE DESIGN lends to the total theme of of an ocean beach. The bottom of the bag is the ocean (blue color), the body of the bag is the sandy beach with gorgeous handpainted wools combined with a copper novelty thread , Three large ruffles form the waves washing up onto the sandy shore and the flap continues the ocean theme with a ruffled edge and JOY yarn (shades of rust,copper) held together with the handpainted wool to create ocean seaweed with tiny seashell buttons intertwined in the seaweed and three seagulls stitched to the top edge of the flap as they fly over the ocean. Four I CORD handles compliment the ocean theme and the large seashell pendant is sewn to the front of the flap for added oceananic beauty. The interior continues the ocean theme with lovely knitted/felted pockets & a twice reinforced interior fabric covered base for strength, durability and beauty.
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English Rose Garden (organic pottery)

English Rose Garden (organic pottery)

This wool & soy organic yarn knitted & felted into a beautiful English Garden theme. How beautifully the colors came through the felting process. These two bowls with a trivet & four coasters remind me of the serenity of a rose garden with the lovely pinks & greens. An organic garden treasure these remind me of roses in an April dawn shimmering with morning dew in an English Rose Garden. The bowls are nested together on the trivet with four coasters tied with wool/soy yarn. Trivet & coaster backs sprayed with non-skid fabric coating ) Thanks for stopping by.
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English Tea Garden Party

English Tea Garden Party

Lovely organic wool & soy yarns were used to create this lovely Garden Party knitted & felted bag. I knit & felted three flowers in the shades of the bag & combined them into one flower to embellish the front. The fringe is cut & added to the top edge ICORD bindoff before the felting process. This bag is very roomy & has one long ICORD handle which pulls through for two handles or for one. A lovely fashion button embellishes the flower pin (shades of purple & pink). Enjoy English Tea Garden Party reminding me of high tea in London, England. (pretty with or without the flower pin & the fringe is funky, felted & fun!)
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ETUI (French) (Needlecase)

ETUI (French) (Needlecase)

An etui was a small needlecase used by the sailors in the 1800's to mend the ship's sails. These etuis were small & fit into the sailor's pocket. I designed a large pattern and crafted this ETUI for an office setting with many places to put things. The theme of this is astrological and each side holds an office supply and the center box holds pens/pencils/magnifying glass etc. The inside of the lid is decorated with astrological minature pieces such as stars and moons to compliment the exterior fabric and to show off the beautiful blue fabric lining. These are one of a kind and definitely a conversation piece. A true Showstopper.
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ETUIS (French) (needlecases)

ETUIS (French) (needlecases)

I designed a pattern for these ETUIS (French) (needlecases) which is much larger than the sailors in the 1800's used to carry their items for mending the ship's sails. The lids come off and the gorgeous interiors present themselves with places for office supplies, toiletries, baby's room items etc. Let your imagination go and flow with the fabric and interior design. I placed beads, pin cushions and charms into the lid interiors. The black stretch cord on each interior side is used to hold supplies. I created one for an office and it contained pens, pencils,stapler etc. The small box in the very center can be turned over and a small vignette can be made from the many minature scrapbooking pieces on the market. I created one with a minature desk,computer,chair & with added office items in minature. These make wonderful gifts. The two are not for sale but I am designing more of these lovely, practical ETUIS which are indeed conversation pieces.
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Fabulous-Fanciful-Functional-Fingerless Mitts

Fabulous-Fanciful-Functiona... Mitts

Warm and Adorn your hands and still maintain the use of your fingers in any situation with fabulous, fanciful, functional, fingerless mitts.' Nearly gloves' leave fingers free to walk the dog, drive the car, etc. or just show off your hands with a new accessory. These even go over another pair of gloves! Designing as I go these mitts are fun & functional & knit with many different yarns & stitch patterns. Johnny Depp wears gauntlets (another name for fingerless mitts) in his movie-Sweeney Todd . Enjoy these designs and yarns. Some can be knit & felted and some can be worn over a regular pair of gloves for added warmth & color! Enjoy 'nearly gloves' for a fun addition to your wardrobe.
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Fickle Fingers Scarf

Fickle Fingers Scarf

This fun scarf is knit in a lovely denim look yarn & as I knit this particular scarf I cast on stitches at each side and then knit them and cast them off again. This way I end up with fingers on the sides of the scarf. This is a very fun scarf to wear & lots of fun to knit. This scarf rolls up easily for storage! Fun! Enjoy Fickle Fingers Scarf!
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Fiesta Scarf & Hat Set

Fiesta Scarf & Hat Set

This lovely yarn by Nashua is perfect for the ribbed scarf and the fun hat to match. I enjoy knitting with such lovely yarn and especially when it is a gift for a family member. I enjoy Eve's Rib in the knitting pattern and it shows off so beautifully with this particular yarn. Enjoy Fiesta. Thanks for stopping by.
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French Baguette Bag

French Baguette Bag

A lovely small, over-the-shoulder bag knitted, felted, cut, stitched, embroidered & needlefelted with a lovely, long, embroidered, felted shoulder strap & small zipper top closure with a wet-felted decorative ball attached for easy opening & a lovely fashion fabric lines the interior. Coin purse, cell phone, IPOD holder,keys & lip gloss-small bag-about five by eight inches. Beads added around the needlefelting for lovely embellishment. A floral wooden button embellishes the needlefelting. A small, fun. over-the-shoulder bag completely hand-stitched. Enjoy! This is a fun bag!
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Fringe Benefits Chic Shawl

Fringe Benefits Chic Shawl

Lovely deep purples,turquoise,black,blues and gorgeous copper yarns combined in a knitted rectangle with eight inch drops at one side creating the 'fringe benefits'. Closing the rectangle at one side provides for a shawl that does not slip off when worn and leaves the arms and hands free. The knitting is open and loose so this shawl/sharf/poncho drapes when worn on or off the shoulder. Gorgeous with black for a very dramatic, dressy look. A SHARF is a knitting term describing a wearable piece which combines a shawl/scarf look.
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