2013 :: Year End Review :: crochet

Here is my 2013 crochet journey for you to enjoy.....

January :: 2013 starts with my ongoing Granny Patchwork blanket

February :: Granny Patchwork blanket is finished :: ta-dah!

February :: making daffodils for my Easter wreath

February :: doll blankets for Comic Relief (squares and ripples)

March :: Japanese quince flowers for my Easter wreath

March :: lots of joyful Spring flowers

March :: Easter bunny

March :: Easter wreath :: ta-dah!

April :: cosy neck warmer

April :: basket liner for my studio

May :: granny bunting, oh my!

May :: mandala flowers

June :: beginning the funky lampshade yarn bomb

June :: garland/pelmet thingy for my studio window. I never got round to writing about this properly, but have had many requests about it...coming soon.

July :: seat cushion for my studio (still a WiP)

July :: yarn bomb flowers

July :: tweetie bird brooches for the Yarndale brochure

July :: working on the base for my funky lampshade yarn bomb

August :: ladybirds

August :: rainbow stripes for the Yarndale yarn bombing

August :: little duckie yarn bomb in progress

August :: funky lampshade yarn bomb in progress

August :: weeny balls

September :: hooky balls for Yarndale yarn bomb

September :: funk lamp yarn bomb is finally finished :: ta-dah!

September :: duck family yarn bomb finished

September :: water and grass yarn bomb finished

September :: the Yarndale yarn bomb finally comes together. So much funny hooky!

October :: autumn leaves for my Autumn wreath

October :: acorns and toadstools for my Autumn wreath

October :: sunflowers for my Autumn wreath

November :: michaelmas daisies for my Autumn wreath

November :: Hollie hedgehog

November :: Autumn wreath finally finished :: ta-dah!

December :: little squares for my coat makeover

December :: Little Lacy Stars

December :: beginning my poncho

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 Gosh, it's certainly been a busy year for me and my hook! I have been a teensy bit amazed to see so much colourful hooky appear on this page today, there is rather a lot of it!

The most noticeable thing for me has been the scale of it all, ie how s-m-a-l-l everything has been this year. Aside from the completion of the Granny Patchwork blanket, everything else has been small decorative items. Of course Yarndale had a lot to do with my itty-bitty makes, and I put a huuuuuuge number of hours/days/weeks into making many bits n bobs for the yarn bombing, not to mention my funky lamp.

So what's in store for next year? Welllll........I will continue to work on my poncho of course, such a lot of pleasure in those stripes. Then there will definitely be a Winter wreath. After that, I have a new bag design that I am DEsPerAte to bring out of my Creative Mind, and then possibly a floral scarf idea that I have in mind for spring. Oh, and new cushions too, I've got lots of cushiony ideas brewing. I think we can safely say that there is still a heck of a lot of mileage left in my hooky journey. Here's to many happy hooky days ahead, bring it on!

ps. my crochet reviews from previous years are in my archives, just in case you feel the need to peek....♥ 2012 ♥ 2011 ♥ 2010 ♥ 2009 ♥

pps. tomorrow will be all about the Home..awwwwww!

 

♥...more snippets from the Attic...♥

Simply Crochet Magazine

Wintry Spring

Springtime Hooky

Crocheting Daffodils

My Happy Day

Comments

[Sharon]

Thank you so much for all the fun, inspiration, creativity, and entertainment over the past year. The world needs a lot more joy of this kind!

[Darlene]

I found you this Autumn and have not had a chance to look at your older posts...yet. I love seeing what you did this year and will be sure to look at those older posts soon! So much inspiration for me there!!

[sew]

Thank you for this treat!

[Jules Francis]

Thanks Lucy for sharing all your beautiful hooky, views and wandering with us throughout the year. Looking forward to continuing reading your blog and your journey as you share it all with us in such a wonderful and friendly way. Thanks for all your hard work and still have such fond memories of being on your patch for Yarndale. I always feel like I'm popping in to see a friend when I sit and read your blog as I'm sure many do. Thank you. Oh we also have a chair squashed up against the radiator making the furniture look messy, but strange how you quickly get use to it hey?! Happy new year to you and your family.

Lov Jules xx

[Kate Blackburn]

Loving your site it's so inspiring, I just wish my granny squares looked like yours!!

[Anna-Marie Field]

Hi Lucy, Boy you really have been busy!!! And then there was Yarndale too!!! Beautiful makes as always and I can't wait to read more on your "pelmet thingy"!!! I am still looking for something cheerful for my kitvhen window and that looks perfect!!! Have a fab day!!!
Love
AMarie

[Sigrid]

I have never seen anyone bring yarn to life like you do! My mom would have LOVED your post. I seemed to lose interest years ago after knitting slippers for all of my dolls.
I really enjoy seeing all your beautiful creations - you have a real gift!!
Wishing you a Happy and Blessed 2014!

[Inge]

Beautiful pictures of your crochet journey!
I am looking forward to your new ideas for 2014!

[Marion]

What wonderful colourful designs. Looking forward to following your blog in 2014. Happy New Year to you and your family, also fellow followers.

[Mel]

Hi wondering where you get you wool from? Thanks

[Jones]

Wow! You certainly have been busy! How lovely to look back over it all in its colourful glory :)

Wishing you a happy hooky, creative 2014!

Jones x

[mandy Setterfield]

I love your blog. Thank you, and please keep it coming. Your colours are soooo joyful.

[Maria Wilson]

You do the most beautiful work. I can crochet, my English grandmother taught me and I could only ever do peggy squares. My mother would embroider and my grandmother would crochet fine work around the table cloths. (I am from New Zealand.) After following your precise instructions I have attempted some of your projects. The Autumn wreath is spectacular.

[bluettine]

What a wonderful créative year!
I whish you to have a happy new year.

[Taciana Simmons]

What a wonderfully creative year you had Lucy. You have been an inspiration and your colorful way bring smiles to many of our faces. Hope you have a wonderful, colorful and happy New Year .

[Carolina]

The happiest and most colorful "crocheted" 2014 to you!
Lots of creativity and new projects!

[Jacqui Galloway (livingwithethel)]

What a creative year!

[Emma]

Wow, so much beauty, you should be very proud of everything you've made, it's gorgeous and inspirational. I've really enjoyed visiting your blog this year and seeing what you've been making, you continue to inspire me. Hope you and your family have a great 2014 xx

[susie]

Beautiful things from a beautiful heart.

[Samantha Roach]

I love your end of year posts, such a good way of documenting your hooky journey and must make you feel rather chuffed with yourself! Loving the xmassy look of no24 this year! Hope you have a great New Years celebration ☺

[Debra]

A lovely, creative year! My favorite is your autumn wreath, so naturally I can't wait to see your winter version. Wishing you and your family a Happy and Healthy New Year!

[cristina]

I loooooooooooooooove it.........
I-LO-VE-IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Kisses from Catalonia, Lucy!!
My best wishes for you and your family!

[Jacquie]

It's all so gorgeous Lucy and it's been a real treat to see it in one post.
Here's to lots of yarn time in 2014.
Jacquie x

[Lynda M Otvos]

May 2014 be as colorful and lovely as 2013 has been. I have so enjoyed taking this walk down hooky-lane, as I have for several years now, Miss Lucy of Attic 24. Thank you for such a love-filled blog.

[Dorothy Griffiths]

What a fabulous year you have had Lucy and I have so loved all your posts. Thank you for al the enjoyment and inspiration you have given to me and everyone who follows you. Big hugs
Dorothy
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