Monthly Archives: October 2017

Slouch Hat

Posted on October 27, 2017 by rlbates

I bought this yarn (100% alpaca, blue/gold color) at a street festival.  I used it to knit this hat (so very soft).  The pattern is0-1133 Finnley’s Hat by DROPS design.  It will most likely go to a niece.

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Nurmilintu Shawl

Posted on October 20, 2017 by rlbates

I’ve used this pattern (Nurmilintu by Heidi Alander) to knit a couple of shawls.  This one was knit using the yarn Hedgehog Fibres Skinny Singles in the colorway Oracle.  This one measures approximately 69 inches along the longest edge and … Continue reading →

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For the Love of Riley

Posted on October 13, 2017 by rlbates

This portrait quilt was based on a photo of my niece and her dog Riley.  She gave me permission to use the photo.  Here’s the original photo. Here’s the finished quilt.  It is machine appliqued and quilted.  The finished size … Continue reading →

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Cross Shoulder Purse

Posted on October 6, 2017 by rlbates

I made this cross shoulder purse after making this travel bag.  I used the same fabrics as I had so much left over.  I entered it into the 2018 Road to California Bag Challenge.  I don’t expect to win but … Continue reading →

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