Double Dyed Designer

From Paper to Model

I am not an artist. That is an understatement. Sketching ideas is still my weakest point when it comes to crochet designing, even after years of it. I'd much rather take the time and crochet my idea in real life. But I have sold quite a few designs using swatches and sketches to represent my idea. It's comforting to know that even my simple sketches do the job when I look at an old sketch after the finished model is in print, and thinking, "Hey! That really does looks like the vest!"

Here's what I mean. Original sketch submitted to the magazine...

 

...and voila! what it looks like in real life. The only difference from the original sketch is closing the vest at the waist with hooks and eyes instead of a frog.

That makes me feel like a Rockwell! (But just the same, I'd rather crochet than sketch any day!)

Love of Crochet Holiday Issue

 

It's a bit late for a preview, but I wanted to show you my projects featured in Love of Crochet's lovely holiday issue, along with so many other cute gift ideas! Definitely pick up a copy for your holiday crocheting!

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New Pattern Download - Lady Grantham 2 in 1 Earrings

Inspired by the jewelry worn on Season One of Downton Abbey by Lady Grantham during the Titanic era, these earrings are the perfect way to make your own elegant jewelry.

Crocheted with a few yards of size 10 thread, use the same pattern for the studs and dangles, only for the dangles add a hanging loop. With a few findings and a gorgeous pair of La Mode The Collection buttons, you can wear either type of earring, and if you make use of the clips on the button cards, interchange the same pair of buttons between them both! Basic stitches, works up quickly. Ideal gift for the holidays coming up!

Buy the pattern here, for only $1.50.