This week I have been playing with yarn and fibers ...
I am a member of a yahoo spool knitters group and someone posted a link to a rather fabby mug cozy idea, so of course I had to have a go at one of those! The knitting is done on a Knitting Nancy (also known as a spool knitter, dolly bobbin or a corker). I call these little knitters 'knitting nancys', however the actual one I used is a 'Knifty Knitter Spool Knitter'. First I knitted a very long cord, then stitched it around the mug to create the cozy ... it just unbuttons for easy washing ... Please note: it is best to use a mug with a small high handle like the ones from Ikea, as it fits the button loop better than a mug with a low handle and keeps the cozy in place ... if you see what I mean. I also had a go at needle felting. This is my first attempt (its supposed to be an owl ...) Yes more practice is needed but it was fun to make ... I'd like to have a go at something Christmas related next, maybe a robin! And on that note I'd like to wish everyone who visits here a wonderful Christmas and hope to see you again in the new year ...!
What a fab idea to keep your drinks warm and I just lurve your owl, he is so, so cute.
ReplyDeleteI wish you and your family peace, joy and happiness this Christmas, Take care, Karen xxx (#66)
How sweet, it's a lovely idea. May go on my idea sheet for next year christmas presents.....I prised my needles out last week to knit a Moebius cowl, have you ever done one. It's on a circular needle and has a one twist in it. I am not at all sure it has turned out correct - it doesn't look like the one in the picture of the pattern. in case you're interested if you search Cat Bordhi lacy moebius cowl you will find it.
ReplyDeletewhat a brill idea !Looks cool too.Have happy christmas ,please pop by i have candy on offer until after celebrations are over
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That mug cozy is great and I love the little owl, I've always wanted to try my hand at felting..one day! Merry Christmas from North Carolina!
ReplyDeleteJust love the little owl -- and yes, I knew immediately that it was a cute little owl!!
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WOYWW #82
I saw Kirsty Allsop do needle felting on her Crafts programme - thought it looked like fun! Your little owl is sweet. Blimey, I haven't done French knitting since I was about 8! I didn't know it was called spool knitting now....
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LLJ #43 xx
Such a precious little owl! I have no idea what needle felting is, but I like it!
ReplyDeleteSooooo cute, love the idea keep my hot drinks hot x x x pretty little owl, Merry Christmas, Hugs May x x x x x x
ReplyDeleteLove that mug warmer, great idea for Christmas gifts! And that little owl is so cute! I hope to learn how to knot socks this winter, so wish me luck, I'm not great at following patterns, or instructions for that matter, lol! Have a wonderful Christmas.
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Brenda 71
Last week I needed the cup warmer - now I'm sweating! Still love it... Thanks for sharing in such a busy week! Hope you have a very festive and wonderfully merry time - see you in 2012! Sarah at 11.
ReplyDeletethat should keep your coffee or mulled wine toasty warm. happy christmas to you and yours
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janet #24
Hello, Emma! I'm dropping by to greet you and your loved ones a joyful and blessed Christmas season! Great project on your desk today. Thanks for sharing your life and projects with us in your blog!
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peggy aplSEEDS
It looks like an owl to me, how clever! I have a couple of mug wraps and they're great except too high up for my lips!!! Late to visit, but not too late to wish you a really happy Christmas.
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