Three Things that have made me heart-skippy-happy today..........
Thing #1 :: on my mantel ::
:: my hooky tins are back on the mantel, and I have my first little tete a tete's in the house too. They bring me such joy every year, I can't wait for those adorable little nodding yellow flowers to appear ::
Thing #2 :: on my wall ::
:: I treated myself to an original painting by the supremely talented Natalie Rymer. Her work is so beautiful, with sing-song colours and a captivating simplicity. To find out more about her lovely work, please do go visit her on Facebook and say hello ::
Thing #3 :: in my basket ::
:: this afternoon I finished the edging on my granny patchwork blanket, yippeeee! It was a pleasure working the edging once I finally decided in my mind how to tackle it. All those riotous, colourful squares needed some gentle holding together, and I think this is one of the most successful border/edgings I've ever made. Can't wait to show you, will try and photograph it tomorrow if there is enough light ::
Hope you've managed to find some heart-skippy-happy in your day too ♥
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If inam correct you used a DK weight yarn for the patchwork blanket. What size crochet hook did you use? Also, how has it held up with the join as you go method? I desperately want to make a blanket like this for my bed, but my granny squares always seem so open. Any pointers on getting such small holes?
Thanks, love your blog!
Corey
Posted by: Corey Elliott | April 25, 2014 at 03:23 AM
Good Morning Lucy!! I absolutely love your blog!! I love visiting to see what your up to with your next project, and enjoy all of your beautiful pictures.....I just signed up for a blog here yesterday, and so much to learn! I think I will spring for the 395.00 and have someone fix everything for me! Lol....one day of course....
Nice to be here, and nice to meet you!! Have a lovely day!! Sandy
Posted by: Sandra Campbell | February 16, 2013 at 05:37 PM
LUCY
I have just been looking at eBay Crochet Patterns and i think someone is selling what looks like your pattern.
The name is scoop0710 and the person is in Blackburn,Lancashire.
The sale is up in an hour so I should look as soon as you can.
I'm sure it's your bag photo, therefore your pattern.
If you go to Crochet Patterns you will find it.
Posted by: Annie Legg | February 04, 2013 at 07:30 PM
This is just the right time of year to have three things that make your heart go skippy! and a fresh flower in February would certainly do the same for mine :) Thank you for sharing your colors and cheer ~ looking forward to your Tah-Dah!
Posted by: Paula | February 03, 2013 at 07:00 PM
I've been in a bit of a crochet slump the past couple of months...but visiting your blog always makes me feel happy and more inspired. Your color choices are brilliant! xoxo
Posted by: Penelope | February 03, 2013 at 03:32 PM
I love seasonal rituals - yours are so pretty.
And, I just LOVE that wee painting. I bought a couple of canvases at Hobbycraft over Christmas when they were on sale - ooo, I think I might tackle a still life - thanks :)
Posted by: Truly Myrtle | February 03, 2013 at 10:36 AM
OMG, I adore your painting. I am quite simply a sucker for primitive folk art ... I'm off to have a peek at Natalie's website right now - thanks for the intro lovely
xx
Posted by: eskimo*rose | February 03, 2013 at 01:23 AM
ooo I'm just coming to the edge of a blanket and I love your edging! Can't wait for the instructions - I've been trying to work it out from the photo without success. It looks very clever.
Posted by: Anne | February 02, 2013 at 11:50 PM
love that little splash of red on the border! can't wait to see how to do this---you've guided this non-crocheter into your hooky world!!
Posted by: steph | February 02, 2013 at 04:00 PM
hi! iam a crochet beginner and i want to share that you have inspired me again and again and i want to learn every crochet tutorial you have uploaded! thank you so much for everything! what you are doing is so important!
Posted by: Elena | February 02, 2013 at 08:59 AM
Its just lovely to see a room decorated with all handmade goodies. Love the russian dollies have a set of wooden ones myself. Hugs
Posted by: Susan Nieuwoudt | February 02, 2013 at 07:45 AM
Thank you for sharing the sources of "skippy happiness" today. It was just what I needed! -an infusion of colour and joy! Thank you!
Posted by: Ellie | February 02, 2013 at 12:31 AM
Came by your blog when i googled "how to make a caravan cosy",and I was hooked. Just love the diary element and am enjoying all your creations,
I am surrounded by neutral everything and have been seduced by your rainbow of colour and bought red/green t towels and a red spotty tray,
Family in a state of shock!Only just started LOL
Posted by: gina | February 01, 2013 at 11:35 PM
Your work is beautiful and an inspiration. Great blog.
Dianne - Hereford
Posted by: Dianne Davis | February 01, 2013 at 09:24 PM
miss lucy i have tryed to do the ripple blanket and i just dont seem to get any advice ?
Posted by: Renee | February 01, 2013 at 08:22 PM
you are my inspiration!!! thank you.
Posted by: pelusa | February 01, 2013 at 07:21 PM
Oooo. I love that painting. I just finished up a bunch of crocheting this week to sell on Etsy. Hope you have a great weekend!
Posted by: Brianna Asaro Photography | February 01, 2013 at 06:55 PM
Love your delightful Russian Peasant Dolls, can I buy this pattern from you? Love all your work, plus you inspire me to crochet with brilliant colors. Thank you so much!!!!!
Posted by: Mary Laughman | February 01, 2013 at 06:47 PM
Oooo very beautiful. I am a new visitor to your blog and am so inspired. Thank you for you lovely clear instructions too.
Posted by: Natasha Wells | February 01, 2013 at 06:33 PM
You have such a great eye for color - the border looks great! I can't wait to see the whole afghan. My heart is skippy-happy every time I look at my neat ripple afghan I just finished a few days ago. I have it draped over the back of the sofa so you can see it no matter where you are in the room. And the tin covers I made for my herbs make me happy, too. And all because of you. Thanks!
Posted by: Karen | February 01, 2013 at 06:11 PM
Can't wait to find out about your edging it looks fabulous!
Daisy j
Posted by: lazydaisyjones | February 01, 2013 at 05:21 PM
Three very good things, Lucy - no wonder they made you happy. I love celebrating the simple things each week. :-)
Gillian x
Posted by: Gillian | February 01, 2013 at 04:47 PM
Love the afghan edge, and now I have a happy errand this afternoon, spring plants, Easter is early this year.
Posted by: Liza | February 01, 2013 at 04:41 PM
Yes,my heart-skippy-happy was picking the first daffodils of the season,a little early,but I'm not complaining.They smell divine,and look so lovely in the house.I need to pot some up like you and have them out of season too.I recently finished a 'mega' tin cover,posted on Attic24 inspired group on flickr.The painting is so lovely.The edging looks lovely too!Can't wait to see the ta-dah.Have a great day!
Posted by: Angela-Southern U.S.A. | February 01, 2013 at 04:19 PM
I love this post! I like your picture/phots...
I wait on my blog, my dear!
Love,
MARIA
Posted by: Maria | February 01, 2013 at 03:40 PM