Monday, 17 September 2012

A Star is Born . . .

We had a lovely quiet weekend here - just the two of us (or four, if you count the Ben & Jerry dogs).  So,  we went out for breakfast, enjoyed walking in the sunshine on the Clent hills, did some gardening, read, napped, cooked, ate and just generally caught up with ourselves & each other. 

I didn't get as much crafty stuff done as I'd planned (still 10 butterflies to go on my Row 2 of Lori's Row Along) but I did manage to finally finish the pretty Star Garland that I started way back here  :-)





 As a beginner crocheter, I have to confessed to being quite chuffed with how it turned out.  The little stars were easy to make, and I am now quite addicted.  (I have actually already started on another one... a gift for a friend).
Not quite sure yet where it's going to live - here it is in one of the guest rooms . . .



. . . although it would look pretty in my craft room too. . . Hmmm. . . (she ponders)

Hope you're having a lovely Monday,
xoxo
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  1. vintage grey17 September 2012 at 17:04

    Hi Gilly!! I love your pretty star garland!! So sweet! I need to order this issue of Mollie Makes to get the pattern!! Love it! Happy Monday! xo Heather

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:14

      Thanks Heather :-) The pattern is in Issue 17 - it really was fun to make. xx

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  2. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~17 September 2012 at 17:24

    Those are sooo cute!! Such a darling garland you made!! :) I'd love to know how to make those! Hope you have a great week and happy Monday! xo Holly

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:15

      Thanks Holly - the stars are really easy-peasy (well they must be, if I can make them !!) You should definitely try them.
      xx

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  3. thriftwood17 September 2012 at 17:25

    Sounds like a lovely weekend, and love the star garland!

    Claire xx

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:16

      It WAS perfectly lovely - thanks Claire xx

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  4. leeanne17 September 2012 at 17:31

    Didnt realise there are so many! its sooo nice....cant wait....!

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:17

      Goodeedee, isn't it?! :-) You should probably let me know how long you want it. xx

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  5. Anonymous17 September 2012 at 18:04

    They look really cute hanging up like that! I'm not a big crocheter myself, but I did make 1 star, just never felt like making more.

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  6. bellaboo17 September 2012 at 20:18

    Really like those! Can you do a tutorial? :0)

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:24

      Thanks :-) Not sure I can post a tutorial as it's not my original work.. don't want to breach any copyright stuff. But the pattern is from Issue 17 of Mollie Makes which you can download or back order at http://molliemakes.themakingspot.com/node/404
      Hope that helps? If you come unstuck, email me and I can send you mine.
      xx

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  7. trish17 September 2012 at 20:21

    Your garland is just so cute! And what a lovely weekend. I hope you have a wonderful week. Trish xo

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:25

      Thanks Trish - wishing you a wonderful week too,
      xoxo

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  8. Blueberry Heart17 September 2012 at 21:20

    its gorgeous! I am SO determined to master crochet this autumn/winter!
    BH x

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:25

      Give it a go - if I can learn it, anyone can ;-)
      xx

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  9. the linen cloud17 September 2012 at 21:28

    Oh Gilly ... the garland is gorgeous ... I am definitely giving this a go soon ... so so pretty ... Bee xx

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:26

      You definitely should, Bee - it'd be just perfect for the little ones' rooms.
      xx

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  10. Unknown17 September 2012 at 21:42

    That garland is lovely! You've chosen such happy colours....I really need to learn to crochet, as I do love granny squares and all the different types of crocheted bunting I see around.
    I'd put this garland in your craft room....make another one for the guests :D
    xo

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:28

      Thanks for your sweet comment - yes I've decided this one is going in the craft room after all ! I haven't quite completely mastered grannies yet - mine tend to be a bit squiff, but it's so much fun. Definitely put it on your "Skills to be mastered" list ;-)
      xx

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  11. Naturally Carol18 September 2012 at 05:00

    When you've finished your friends garland you may have to make another for yourself..then you can have one in the spare room and one in the craft room 'cos they look amazing!

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:29

      Good idea indeed! I can see us having garlands in every room at this rate.. tee hee ;-)
      xx

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  12. MarneyMay18 September 2012 at 07:06

    Gilly you should be pleased your garland looks great. Well done

    Pauline

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:30

      Thanks Pauline - I am well & truly pleased!
      xx

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  13. Helen Philipps18 September 2012 at 09:59

    Hello Gilly Your star garland looks so pretty! It make a lovely decoration in lots of different rooms :) You might have to make a few more!
    Helen x

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:31

      Thanks Helen - I'm thinking it'd make a pretty Christmas decoration too in some Christmassy colours. xx

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  14. Annie Cholewa18 September 2012 at 10:59

    That garland is sooooo pretty :D

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:32

      Thanks Annie - and thanks for visiting :-) I'm going to hop over and see you now too.
      xx

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  15. Melanie19 September 2012 at 09:29

    I love the garland Gilly it looks really effective. I've only done a little basic crochet but would love to give that a go. xxxxxx Melanie

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:33

      You should definitely give it a go - it perhaps looks more complicated than it is, and believe me my crochet skills are still basic too. So, GO FOR IT!
      xx

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  16. Christine19 September 2012 at 11:23

    Love your sweet garland .. makes me want to learn to crochet too.

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:33

      Thanks Christine - I've always been a knitter, but am loving learning to crochet. Give it a try, I'm sure you'll love it too.
      xx

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  17. koralee19 September 2012 at 14:20

    This sweet garland makes me smile this morning...thank you for sharing..your work is so lovely...A++ for you my dear. Hugx

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    1. gilly19 September 2012 at 15:34

      Aaw, thanks Koralee - you say the sweetest things :-) Thanks for the encouraging words,
      hugs back
      xx

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  18. Shortbread and Ginger19 September 2012 at 15:05

    Lovely - great colours. Enjoying your blog.
    Liz @ Shortbread & Ginger

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  19. Bev19 September 2012 at 18:01

    Thanks for entering our Fall Giveaway! I love your bunting! Just beautiful!

    Cheery wave from
    Bev

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  20. Erica21 September 2012 at 15:13

    This garland is so colorful and fun. I'm going to need to make one of these too!

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    1. gilly26 September 2012 at 12:38

      Thanks for popping in and saying hello. It really is a fun & easy make so go on and give it a whirl!
      Hope you'll stop by again, I'm going to hop over and visit your blog now :-)
      xx

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  21. Sweet Posy Dreams25 September 2012 at 18:29

    Oh that's lovely! Very fun. I've only been crocheting a year myself, but I am becoming quite a fan. Knitting has kind of gone by the wayside for me since I discovered crochet.

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    1. gilly26 September 2012 at 12:40

      It is quite addictive, isn't it? My knitting has fallen by the wayside too...must finish some socks I started last winter!! Thanks for stopping by and saying hello, hope you'll pop over again sometime. I'm off over to have a wee peek at your blog now :-)
      xx

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