tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72596450770143615802024-03-19T02:59:19.515+00:00Stitch 'n ' KnitProjects of a craft's fanatic.
Sewing, knitting, crochet, beading, wire bending...Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.comBlogger116125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-80969037274896087942016-11-20T14:36:00.000+00:002016-11-20T14:36:09.302+00:00Chest of drawer upcycling 2/2Further finishing upcycling the chest of drawers, I've updated the drawer knobs with champagne corks. The upcycling of this piece of furniture is now officially completed.
This is before, with miss-matching knobs.
Nice but not quite right.
And not with champagne corks!
They are a mixture of bottles and provenience from our own reserve and also from F1 wins.
Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Bicester, UK51.899603 -1.153589900000042751.860414 -1.2342709000000427 51.938792 -1.0729089000000427tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-82389094675144538622015-09-13T15:12:00.001+01:002015-09-13T15:12:22.349+01:00Cute pumps
These pink/nude pumps were a needed purchased. I'd lost a plastic heel cover on my left shoes and had to pop to town for something and I had not spare pair with me. I didn't want to damage my shoes further so I was forced (oh, such a drag) to buy new shoes.
It actually is a drag as I'm really picky with shoes. I'm not particularly keen to go shopping for shoes as many trips end-up fruitless. Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Bicester, Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK51.899603 -1.153589900000042751.860414 -1.2342709000000427 51.938792 -1.0729089000000427tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-86411089660775083972015-07-24T09:30:00.000+01:002016-11-20T14:37:33.727+00:00Chest of drawer upcycling 1/2
This chest of drawers fitted perfectly in my flat, besides the fact it was pine. Not sure why I don't like pine. I like the smell but not its softness (dents easily) or its colour (too light or not dark enough).
The good thing is that is it good value and one can paint it!
Sanding is dead easy with a sander. I love it and it means I can play with my power tools.
Panting is great to Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Bicester, Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK51.899603 -1.153589900000042751.860414 -1.2342709000000427 51.938792 -1.0729089000000427tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-44848433513455150162015-07-17T10:00:00.000+01:002015-07-17T13:31:01.285+01:00Kate's pendant
Unique birthday present for a special lady.
Keeping her in, mind I choose the lampwork bead and thought about keeping the wire rough but polished at the same time.
I didn't know if I'd liked it to start with. However since I'm not the wearer, it doesn't matter.
Kate liked it!
Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-64275024802858787382015-07-10T22:22:00.002+01:002015-07-10T22:22:21.927+01:00New home, bunting time
All the boxes are unpacked - which is a feat in itself - but no sign of the bunting! What a shame, it took me hours to make a really long string of it.
A new home needs bunting!
Presto pronto here's a small sting made with shirting material and ...erm... some shirts very kindly donated by my dad. Sssshhhh, he doesn't know and hopefully won't recognise the material.
Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Bicester, Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK51.899603 -1.153589900000042751.860414 -1.2342709000000427 51.938792 -1.0729089000000427tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-6902052801232531792015-07-07T10:00:00.000+01:002015-07-07T10:00:00.719+01:00Fabric box for Cards against Humanity
For those who do not know the very irreverent card game "Cards against Humanity", do check it out.
The rules are really easy and you can make each as twisted as you wish.
Under the Creative Commons licence, they allow users to print their cards for non-commercial use. That's pretty nifty.
This origami box was made for a great friend of mine. You should check is stuff too: http://Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Bicester, Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK51.899603 -1.153589900000042751.860414 -1.2342709000000427 51.938792 -1.0729089000000427tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-37350574863776324542015-07-05T21:13:00.003+01:002015-07-06T08:53:48.342+01:00Lavender bags for the cupboards
I am blessed with a steady supply of organic lavender. Which also means I wait far too long to do something with it. To remedy this, and use up some scraps of stripy fabric, here's some hangable bags for coat hangers.
Gosh, putting together two of my favorite things.
I cannot contain my excitement !
Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Bicester, Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK51.899603 -1.153589900000042751.860414 -1.2342709000000427 51.938792 -1.0729089000000427tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-26676218975060936132015-04-20T04:30:00.000+01:002015-04-20T04:30:01.338+01:00Baby booties, yet again.
I'm not the best of knitters and I've attempted some years ago simple booties in moss stitch. The free pattern is available here.
Moss stitch is not difficult, it is very regular and has a great finish.
The only issue is that I'm really bad at reading my knitting. It is a bit like Braille to me as a fully-sighted person.
However thank to great friends setting up a knitting Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com4Bicester, Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK51.899603 -1.153589900000042751.860417 -1.2342709000000427 51.938789 -1.0729089000000427tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-41365917918584816492015-04-16T13:07:00.001+01:002015-07-17T13:32:38.210+01:00Cute and practical if you're a young parent : the burp cloth
A new batch of babies has been delivered and will keep trickling through the year. Good on you parents!
Besides prodding little ones and visiting parents, so many cute presents can be handmade!
Today, I'll present you the burp cloth. A very simple rectangle with brush cotton on one side and nice fabric on the other side. The angles are rounded for a nicer finish.
They measure 27 cm x 35Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-28851026972159911682015-03-23T04:00:00.000+00:002015-07-17T13:32:51.525+01:00Make-up remover pads - tutorial
I'm trying my hardest to limit our household consumption and subsequent waste.
It doesn't feel right to use cotton wool for anything else than using antiseptic. The rest can be done with washable cloth, for instance removing cosmetic products.
There are many tutorials out there, have a look around for the one that is clearest to you. I'll attempt to show the steps I followed and used Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com7Bicester, Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK51.899603 -1.153589900000042751.860417 -1.2342709000000427 51.938789 -1.0729089000000427tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-49188791786953127602015-03-15T20:04:00.001+00:002015-07-17T13:33:21.479+01:00Warmth and stripe - total awesomnessAfter having recently moved and unpacked most boxes, I'm realising I'm missing a few bits and bobs.
Impossible to find the leftover of pyjama elastic for instance. I'm pretty sure I had some left however I cannot face going through the whole pile of fabric to find out right now... Something tells me I should really tackle the fabric first. But since the hobby room is not set up yet, I'd have to Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Bicester, Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK51.899603 -1.153589900000042751.860417 -1.2342709000000427 51.938789 -1.0729089000000427tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-74235485768508029312014-11-10T05:00:00.000+00:002015-07-17T13:33:04.024+01:00Royal blue
A recent work trip made me visit the Lisbon airport. Since I had a few hours to kill, well, I went shopping. I found a great loose t-shirt in thin jersey. So I tried to duplicate it. My attempt to duplicate existing clothes usually turn different than the original. Well, this one was no different.
To correct a too high shoulder, I've added a turnover to the small sleeves. It fits well! HurrayMiettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-35682034676247756192014-11-02T17:57:00.000+00:002014-11-02T17:57:21.865+00:00The top that will make you feel fresh (Sorbetto top)
I don't tend to make tops. Besides the bat jumper from last year, and a wrap around shirt, I mainly stuck to easier garments like skirts and dresses.
Well, a top is not that complex, it is just the finishing touches that can take ages. I love clothes that fit nicely and dealing with sleeves, armholes and breast can be a challenge for a good finish. The other thing is making tops makes me Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, Royaume-Uni51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-72903949835721413552014-06-25T05:30:00.000+01:002014-06-25T05:30:01.758+01:00Cuff, cuff, cuff...links
Mr Stitch'n Knit acquired double-cuffed shirts which require cufflinks. Pronto presto, a pair of branded cufflinks to look extra professional with clients.
You'll need a pair of blanks cufflinks cabochons with matching glass domes and a picture.
First glue the domes onto what you'd like to show with PVA glue.
Then once it is dry, cut around the domes with either scissors if they're Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-33669825232739910932014-05-12T05:00:00.000+01:002014-05-12T05:00:02.444+01:00Stencils for little ones
We'll be welcoming a new family member this summer. I though the parents to be might need a little help and a giggle.
These are 3 bodies with stenciled writings.
One might need a reminder of which way is up during ungodly hours.
That is for the giggle part.
Yes, there is on "Out" at the back, much lower down.
Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-52842135485178837452014-04-20T18:36:00.003+01:002014-04-20T18:36:57.135+01:00Bloomers - take 2 with flowers
And there was a take 2 on bloomers using the Colette pattern !
This time with a light (ahem) flowery 100% cotton.
The fit was altered as well with a waist 4cm lower. Well...This is still not perfect, I'll need to raise the back by 2 cm and leave the front like that.
The bloomers were packaged nicely and sent as a birthday present. Actually, the bloomers made Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-43132533418464992722014-03-10T10:49:00.000+00:002015-07-17T13:33:42.402+01:00Does my bottom look big in these? Colette Madeleine BloomersI temporarily gave up on corduroy trousers. I was chuffed with the material, I increased the crotch allowance and I even added pockets. It all seemed to work so well. Then I stalled on the zip. They're a faff to stitch. And since, I haven't really touched them.
Once upon a while I would have finished the damn project without allowing me to start a new one.
You know what? In the era of instant Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-84511719522013197572014-03-03T05:00:00.000+00:002014-03-03T05:00:07.540+00:00Mulher Gata Bracelet and Earring set
An amazing friend turned 40, 2 years ago now...Time flies.
The friend is a gorgeous and bubbly person with wonderful friends. Her birthday party was amazing, her closest friends remade the Madonna's video Hung Up, with leotards and all. It was hilarious.
The bracelet and earrings are made of fresh water pearls, sterling silver beads and finding as well as turquoise beads I purchased during a Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-24152761974072372812014-02-26T04:30:00.000+00:002014-02-26T04:30:03.368+00:00It that a blue cucumber in your shoes, or are you happy to see me? (Tutorial)
Have you ever had a pair of sport shoes you loved so much, but was also smelly?
Well, if you're a runner, climber, rower...it is likely you wear the same pair of shoes over and over again. Sure, you can chuck them in the washing machine, however it won't take long before they start smelling again. And their life span might be greatly shortened.
I'm a climber and my comfy(-er) pair of Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-50246014724932612202014-02-19T04:30:00.000+00:002014-04-21T14:38:52.865+01:00Xmas pressies for 2013 - JewellerySince I had a little more time this year re-Christmas, I decided to make most of the 2013's Christmas presents.
I am always torn between using existing skills and being on the safe side or trying something new and exciting which could potentially turn bad. I also do not tend to leave myself enough time as creativity isn't always there when you need it. Maybe we should have loan-in muse for such Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-43916364849988302512013-11-25T07:30:00.000+00:002013-11-25T07:30:02.377+00:00Don't stop me knooow - Tutorial for cubic door stop
I’m testing the benefits of time pressure
on craft projects. There is a time to be leisurely crafting and there is a time
for action.
I find I perform at my best when a very
tight deadline is what is needed. It might also be linked to poor concentration
skills, thinking of it.
In my case, since I do not have a dedicated
room to contain a creative explosion, I need to manage time and Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-65681012424841011922013-11-12T09:07:00.000+00:002014-07-05T13:04:49.914+01:00It's all puff - Chalk Bag with borrowed tutorial linkMy giant friend has started to come more regularly at the climbing wall wit me. It is very motivating to have a climbing buddy, it becomes a bit of a climb and natter session with the added competitive streak.
The less positive side is that buddy might not be properly kitted off. You don't need much for climbing boulders indoor, just comfortable clothing, climbing shoes and maybe a Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-71903155600226453362013-11-06T12:30:00.000+00:002013-11-06T12:30:01.631+00:00The Kelly bag
My crafty friend Kelly was having a mid-week birthday dinner and I happened to be really itching to do some more lingerie bags using the pattern on Jeni's blog.
These bags are particularly useful as a frequent travel with cabin luggage only, customs have a habbit to search many bags bags. Underwear will usually find a way to sneak out of the suitcase at the most inopportune moment. I don't Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-42140283542029888022013-10-28T12:30:00.000+00:002013-10-28T12:30:02.264+00:00I got 4 brand new chairs...well...I made them brand new!I never had an unfurnished place prior to my current flat. It is exciting to move into an empty place, there is so much room for creativity.
However the price tag of some “creativity” can be daunting.
I have wonderful friends and many helped me in many ways. Today I’ll describe mostly the story of these 4 dining chairs.
The chairs were bought at a charity sale in Nettlebed. Nettlebed is on theMiettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7259645077014361580.post-50519137496672632282013-10-15T23:23:00.000+01:002013-10-15T23:23:00.066+01:00Keep it warm! Kindle pouchI am a very lucky person.
When I left my previous employment my colleagues got together and gifted me lovely things. One of them was a Kindle.
I had never used on beforehand, however I had toyed with the idea to try one at some point. I don’t think I’ve ever mentioned it to them. Somebody must have been mind-reading! That or with my constant traveling they thought it would be really handy.
Miettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10838058929356087261noreply@blogger.com0Oxford, UK51.7520209 -1.257726300000058551.594735899999996 -1.5804498000000584 51.9093059 -0.93500280000005853