Hello, you! It has been a busy week here at CypressTextiles. My Creative Art Blanket Course is now available for pre-order, I launched my Dutch Rose Blanket CAL Reboot, and debuted my Time Traveller’s Blanket in the latest issue of YARN Bookazine. I also started working on a big blanket using all 191 or so of the demo hexies from my 2022 VVCAL, and I will be sharing that blanket in a blog post soon! A couple of weeks ago I told you about a blanket that did not yet have a name, that I was working up using Scheepjes Organicon Yarn. (affiliate link) Originally I thought this would be my 100th published blanket pattern, but then my Time Traveller’s Blanket pattern was published in YARN Bookazine, and that stole the crown of my 100th. Well the unnamed Organicon blanket now has a name – and a few progress pics too. I’m super excited to show you, so read on!
Looking for something new to crochet? Scheepjes Yarns has released their latest issue of YARN bookazine *, and it is so lush. Find this issue here at WoolWarehouse (affiliate link). Scroll down to the end of this post where once again, I revisit all of the contributions I have made to YARN Bookazine. YARN is one of the best fiber art publications out there. They’re perfect for a coffee table, and you can flip through them again and again. Don’t forget, you can pre-order my upcoming Creative Art Blanket Course at a discounted price by clicking here! EXPRESSION is this issue’s theme and the photography and projects are breathtaking. This issue is truly a stunner. My contribution to YARN, Issue 14 is the “Time Traveller’s Blanket” and it features my signature style of mixing motifs and playing with geometry. Time Traveller’s Blanket was probably the most fun I have had designing a project. Related Links Buy this issue (affiliate) Check out the Ravelry page for this piece and give it a favorite / pop it …
Quick Links to Each Week of the Dutch Rose Blanket CAL: 1/2/3/4/5/6&7/8 Introduction Hello, gorgeous crafter! Today I am shouting out the announcement for my Dutch Rose Blanket CAL Reboot! In 2018, I designed Dutch Rose, and it became one of my favorite designs I ever created. So many of you loved it that I decided to host a Crochet-Along and it was a hit! In the wake of the 2022 VVCAL, I thought it might be neat to keep the CAL ball rolling and host a reboot of the Dutch Rose Blanket CAL. Now folks who missed out on the first one can participate, or folks who just want to make the coziest blanket ever can join along. PDF Version The Dutch Rose Blanket PDF is available to purchase from Etsy and Ravelry. During this CAL, I will be updating the pattern for clarity and making a few construction changes, but the way the blanket turns out will be just the same as in the current PDF. Once the CAL is about halfway through, …
Hello, lovely! Today I am sharing some new yarny goodness that came in the mail via Scheepjes! This is Organicon Yarn, which is an eco-conscious, sustainable, and vegan-friendly yarn that comes in 21 yummy shades. I am using it for my latest project, which happens to be very special. Recently, I decided to create a Start Here page to help welcome new-comers and OG fans to navigate my website and to see the latest and most popular patterns. In that process, I typed out every pattern I have ever written, and organized them by category in ABC order. Whew, there were a LOT!
Hello, and a huge welcome to Week 18 of the 2022 Vibrant Vintage Crochet-A-Long (VVCAL)! I’m so glad you’re here, and I can’t wait to start joining. There is only 1 post this week, with all of the joining options. Scroll down for a nice collection of your makes! PDF Version Announcement! The 2022 VVCAL full PDF is now available to purchase from Etsy and Ravelry. 42-Page PDF of the entire 2022 VVCAL 36 full mix-and-match hexagons plus 2 half hexagons 2 joining options plus border All motifs have charted and written instructions 2.5 pages of tips and tricks Full layouts, motif progress tracker checklist, and yarn information for Scheepjes Catona Colour Pack, SW/RW Colour Pack (1 or 2 packs), and Metropolis Pack Guidance and blank layout for Colour Crafter and Chunky Monkey stash yarn Quick Links to Each Week: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/13/14/15/16/17/18/19/20 What to Expect Today 1 blog post: Today’s post includes all layouts, joining options. Scroll down to find your option! Patterns include written instructions in US and UK Terms, some simple photos, and YouTube …
Looking for something new to crochet? Scheepjes Yarns has released their latest issue of YARN bookazine *, and it is so lush. Find this issue here at WoolWarehouse (affiliate link). Scroll down to the end of this post for a special walk down memory lane all about the contributions I have made to YARN Bookazine. I sincerely enjoy each and every project. The themes are well thought out and the issues are always stunning and engaging. I flip through them often, as if they were magazines! WADDEN is this issue’s theme, so the strong, beachy colors – beautiful blues, greens, red – are cool, warm, and inviting. Perfect projects to bring out on a day to the shore.. My contribution to YARN, Issue 13 is a blanket named “Surf and Turf.” I combined a few different scale chevron motifs depicting sea and shore, a playful yellow polka dot motif, and a red and white lighthouse border to create this design. Inspiration: The Wadden Shoreline The Wadden Sea is located in the southeastern part of the North …
Art Blankets and Wall Hangings are restocked every 10-12 weeks. Art Blankets These are one of a kind samples that I have worked up during my pattern design process. At the moment, worldwide shipping is free, and I cannot be held responsible for the package once it has been shipped. I will provide shipping confirmation, of course! All Art Blankets receive a final blocking before making their way to their new home. My prototypes are great for display, but can of course be snuggled under and are built to last. Just maybe no tug-of-war. Forts are probably fine 🙂 French Braid Blanket No. 2: “Speckled Sunshine” Size: 31x31in Materials: Scheepjes Sunkissed Yarn and Scheepjes Cotton 8 Yarn Easy care, all cold and delicate settings, garment bag recommended French Braid Blanket No. 5: “Agate Crystal” Size: 36x36in Materials: Scheepjes Stone Washed XL Yarn Easy care, all cold and delicate settings, garment bag recommended Carefree Blanket No. 1: “Papel Picado” Size: 32x32in Materials: Scheepjes Catona Denim Yarn and Scheepjes Catona Yarn Easy care, all cold and delicate …
Hey, gorgeous creafter! Well, if you can’t tell, I am obsessed with Scheepjes Metropolis yarn lately, and I have another project in the works using the Metropolis Colour Pack. I already can’t wait to show you all what I’ve designed for it. Hint: it’s a simple yet engaging, beautiful project. but first, let me spoil you with pics of the Metropolis Colour Pack by Scheepjes.
Quick Links to Each Week of the VVCAL: 1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9/10/11/12/13/14/15/16/17/18/19/20 PDF Version Announcement! The 2022 VVCAL full PDF is now available to purchase from Etsy and Ravelry. 42-Page PDF of the entire 2022 VVCAL 36 full mix-and-match hexagons plus 2 half hexagons 2 joining options plus border All motifs have charted and written instructions 2.5 pages of tips and tricks Full layouts, motif progress tracker checklist, and yarn information for Scheepjes Catona Colour Pack, SW/RW Colour Pack (1 or 2 packs), and Metropolis Pack Guidance and blank layout for Colour Crafter and Chunky Monkey stash yarn Introduction Hello, gorgeous crafter! Today I am shouting out the announcement for my 2022 VVCAL! You may have heard of my 2016 VVCAL, my 2018 VVCAL, and my 2020 VVCAL. Well, those three VVCAL blankets are made with squares, and they tie up nicely in a neat bow in my VVCAL Mega Pack which you can find on Etsy or Ravelry. For the 2022 VVCAL, I wanted to do something different, so I decided to change the game with hexagon …
Hey, gorgeous crafter! Remember this WIP from a couple of weeks ago? I have been working on these crochet nesting baskets for a little while and have really enjoyed making something completely different from a blanket, but still a small and quick project. Also as a side note, every time I’m chugging along on a project, I’m jotting improvements in my notebook. So, I already have a few more ideas to make crochet nesting basket sets using these wooden bag bottoms. And I did get many messages asking about these bag bottoms and where to find them. I just might start selling them along with some kits for baskets once I get the design just right.
Hello, you! In my last post, I told you all about the yarn Scheepjes Colour Crafter I am using for my new Nesting Baskets Pattern, as well as those fabulous wooden bases. Well I have a few glorious WIP pics to show off and I’m super excited to show you, so read on! I love this first prototype basket already and it is messily housing some Scheepjes Softfun for another awesome project I have coming up.
