Knit, Shear Bliss!

Look what I found....

I just came across this little tape measure notion...again. I bought a vintage sewing basket in an antique mall, quite some time ago. The box was full of sewing items. I really didn't have time to go through it in the store, but I was excited to get the sewing items home and explore the items over a cup of tea. It was a thrill at the time, but I put the sewing basket away.

Today, I found the sewing basket all over again. Inside, I had forgotten about this little ladybird tape measure. I hadn't looked too closely back then, because today I realised that the black spots on her back are for pins. The ladybird is a pin cushion too! Too Cute even though she has a missing eye, I'll have to give her some eye surgery.

Knitting em?

I am still struggling on with the intersia of the British flag, it seems to be taking forever. For some light instant relief I made a few of the knitting pouch bags for the shop.

I also made one other from vintage dress fabric, below. Which is darling. I think these are my favorites, but I say that every time :-).

 

 

Union Jack Pillow Cover

I am working on another Union Jack pillow cover from Debbie Bliss Knitting Magazine, Fall/Winter 2009. We (as a family) are still enjoying the finished item from the last time, photo below. It really does set the tone for the room, especially for us Brits living in California. I love it. So I decided to knit the black and white version of the pattern. I'm loving the sling Hobo knitting bag its so roomy and perfect for grabbing when on the run. So pretty too. I like to have different bags for different projects, keeps me organised.

Knitting Bag Obsession

I have so many knitting bags and baskets. All shapes and sizes. I mean tons, I am scared to count how many! And yet, here I am making another. Now this one really is my favourite. It has a circular, round bottom with a pocket and it is the perfect shape, big and round, and easy to access the contents, without it being too big that items get lost. Yes defiantly my favorite!

I am offering this bag at my store in the same fabric as shown or you may choose the custom listing for fabric in your choice. The great thing about this bag is it is so versatile and can be used for most things not just knitting.