Monthly Fiber Arts Thread - June, 2022

June 1, 2022 | Diana in Wisconsin

[Diana in Wisconsin]

The Monthly Fiber Arts Thread is a monthly gathering of people that love yarn and fabric of all kinds. From complete newbies that are looking to start that first project, to experienced fiber artists and beyond, we would love to hear from you.

It is impossible to hijack the Monthly Fiber Arts Thread. Knitting, crochet, quilting, weaving, general crafting - there is no telling where it will go, and that is part of the fun and interest. Jump in and join us! Send a Private Message to Diana in Wisconsin if you'd like to be added to our Fiber Arts Ping List.

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[Diana in Wisconsin]

[Diana in Wisconsin]

[Diana in Wisconsin]

My Basset Hound, Rufus, modeling a hat I made back in the day. I really miss that dog, but I still wear that hat.

[Bob434]

Lol at the kilt sheep 🐑

[Bob434]

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[Qiviut]

I love this picture ... and, it’s JUNE already!!??? Thanks for the thread!

[FamiliarFace]

Lol. That’s about right! I still have not mastered crocheting. Thankfully, my son’s girlfriend knows and gives us lovely gifts.

[gleeaikin]

Might be your computer or service, it shows up fine on my Chromebook with Verizon internet.

[Qiviut]

Happy World Outlander Day!

If you didn’t already know World Outlander Day falls on June 1 each year as this was the date Diana Gabaldon published her first novel way back in 1991.

The book “Outlander” is probably my all time favorite and the books that followed in the series are good as well. I have seen a few of the made-for-TV series (on STARZ I think) and they did a good job with it.

So Louise of the Handy Little Me website has come up with patterns based on the costumes that were worn in the series ... shawls, arm warmers, fingerless mittens, etc. She has patterns for knitting and some of the patterns are in crochet as well. Her instructions are good - I’ve made a couple of things from her free patterns.

If you’re interested, here’s the website for Handy Little Me - she has an ‘Outlander’ tab where you can find those particular patterns:

https://www.handylittleme.com/

[Bob434]

now it’s visible- wasn’t earlier- not sure why

[DUMBGRUNT]

Some fun with fabrics... Yes, out there, way out.

Computing Fabrics:
https://youtu.be/8sMmG9vIJuU

Fun stuff, but as noted, be careful your new hi-tech scarf could be hacked and strangle you!!!

[Persevero]

I don’t have a new picture to post this month. I am working on a few things:

1. Another quilt, using up all the quilt stuff given to me by a dear sister in Christ whose cancer pain has left her uninterested in quilting any more;

2. Another sewn baby dress using scraps I collect from here and there;

3. My baby sock kits which I work on occasionally at Bible Study or when going somewhere where there is a waiting room;

4. and a one skein baby bolero. Having some fun knitting some ribbon into it.

I hope to have a picture of SOMETHING next month!!

[Diana in Wisconsin]

[NEMDF]

Here I am, better late than never? (Maybe not!)

I always thought crocheting would be a good skill to have. Never learned it, though.

I bought fabric today! Our granddaughters, 5 and 11 years old, stayed overnight on Saturday. The little one brought PJs, that I had made in 2016 for her older sister. So I KNOW that pattern will fit her right now, and also having some guilt about not sewing much for her.

She has her older sister, then also 2 girl cousins in town here, who are older than she is, so gets LOTS of hand-me-downs. Anyway, I got fabric for at least 2 sets of PJs for her, plus a 4th of July dress with shorts to go under. Actually cut out one of the PJ shirts tonight, and pulled out the pattern for the shorts to go with it.

I am still getting used to being retired and having time to pursue selfish endeavors like this.....

Plus, had some Joann’s gift cards, so it was a FREE shopping trip.

[Diana in Wisconsin]

Sounds like a wonderful project ahead!

I retired in 2016 - but moved straight to the FARM, so, so much for, ‘retirement,’ LOL!

It has taken me a while to slow down too, but I’m getting the hang of it. :)

[Qiviut]

Here’s a pattern for an easy summer hat - you can do it in cotton or rafia & I’m guessing you could whip it up in an hour, maybe two. I like the way you can flip the brim up - hats like this are favorites of mine. There are also links to a beach bag and a beach coverup in the post.

I’m not posting a pic off her website, but here is a link with plenty of pictures and a FREE pattern:

Crochet Summer Hat {Easy Pattern}
https://www.handylittleme.com/crochet-summer-hat/

[Diana in Wisconsin]

Thanks! Looks easy enough - and cute! :)

[Diana in Wisconsin]

[Qiviut]

If you have a man in your life who needs some festive attire for 4th of July .....

Crochet Granny Stripe Shorts for Men
https://www.repeatcrafterme.com/2020/06/crochet-granny-stripe-shorts-for-men.html

PS - I will NOT be making these .... no man in my life would wear them LOL!

[Diana in Wisconsin]

There are some doozies out there when it comes to crocheted clothes!