Tag Archives: brooch

knitting

I made some little knitted flowers from a book I got at the library.  It was fun making something small and quick. I was able to practice decreasing. I now know what k2tog means–so exciting! I used some yarn scraps … Continue reading

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randomness

just thought I’d share a few things… This lovely brooch from Kirsten from a little swap we did a while back.  I love wearing it and think I need to make some different kinds. They are so fun to wear! … Continue reading

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Beaded flower brooch

I had originally wanted to make this flower out of a thrifted 100% wool sweater. One that I bought for fifty cents.  When I tried to felt it, it wouldn’t felt. Two washes with hot water, a bit of soap … Continue reading

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Necktie Flower Brooches

Remember all those neckties a bought a while back? I made this out of one. Well, I’m still working on other things to do with these ties and came up with these flower brooches. I took a few apart and … Continue reading

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