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BC Fashion Week Spring

Anna Kosturovas' Spring '08 line was certainly a crowd pleaser. There was lot's of cheers from the crowd but this time it was because of her launch of Anna Kosturova Girl, a line of crochet beachwear for kids.

The kids walked throughout the show instead of all at once which was great. They were all so adorable and did such a good job. Before the show, I certainly had some reservations about seeing young girls dressed in Anna's super sexy crochet bikinis. The bikini's looked bright and fun on the kids, I am still not sure if I would want my 4-year-old in a bikini, but I think the combination of lots of bright colors and accents made the kids line super marketable. The sundresses for kids were perfect. Like the bikini's they came in all the shades of the rainbow. I loved the tassel details on the dresses and on the ties for the bikinis. If I need a birthday gift for little girl, I am going to purchase one of those sundresses, they were too cute.



Anna's main line for women had lots of cool options as well. I think the huge range of color works for a large collection of swimwear like this. I particularly liked a really original kinda-one-piece, called the Gold Coast (below). Anna showcased a pair of super flashy bright yellow crochet pants (below) that were recently in Sports Illustrated as well as lots of wraps and cover-ups in tie dye fabrics. I liked an orange and pink print with sequins that was used, especially on a pair of super casual beach pants that would come in handy for sure (below). A lot of the cover-up/bikini combos could dub as an entire outfit for the day and night, you could literally go directly from the beach, put on your matching cover-up and look hot for dinner. There was also an airy sheer blouse that got a good crowd response, and I liked a white dress with big seamless, gathered sleeves, especially if it was a little longer. The show ended with a series of all white looks in crazy crochet patterns.



Although impressed by the Anna Kosturova show, be warned these bikinis are not for the timid. The aforementioned yellow crochet pants are definitely Daytona Beach Spring Break kind of pants! For those of you who want to hit the beach and get noticed these uniquely detailed and eye catching swimsuits and cover-ups are for you.

Hyperbolic Crochet Reef Comes to London

These people have some patience!!!

The hyperbolic crochet reef started in Australia, and has travelled around the U.S. gathering beautiful creatures, made by avid crocheters, where ever it goes. Now it has come to London and it is a wonder. Using bright and vivid colours such as oranges, reds and purples, every shape from the sea has been made: shells, coral , starfish and jellyfish. One whole set is made out of black and blue beading and shines in the light with golds and silvers.
What is it? It was the brainy idea of a mathematics researcher and crocheter who realized that she could recreate in crochet 3-D models of creatures such as corals, anemones, kelps, sponges and flatworms. They all have a unique shape known as hyperbolic geometric structures and these shapes can be crocheted so that one can "hold the theorems in their hand". The "reef" has been created as a statement about the impact of global warming on the coral reefs in The Great Barrier Reef in Australia and the world. When the microscopic organisms that make up coral become stressed by environmental factors such as rising water temperatures, they become bleached out. If conditions improve the colour comes back, if not they continue to decline. Over 3,000 sq. km. of reef are lost every year.

Gifts from the Sea
The bottle reef is made of decorated rejected plastic bottles found on beaches, pens, tops of bottles and discarded take-away boxes. These have been adorned with crocheted bits of plastic and turned into works of art.

More Sea Rubbish Turned into Art
Another series has been created out of discarded plastic--the scourge of the oceans. These plastic jelly fish and other bizarre creations are made out of cable ties, video tape, hair ornaments and craft lace.

Such Lovely Colours
Crocheting continues in London. There is a hyperbolic crochet jam session with music and drinks. There are weekly crochet nights and beginners' classes as well. Join the fun, get out your needles and go to work for an important cause. :: Hayward Gallery

Crocheted creations artwork is woolly good

Just a little humor, never hurt anyone!
lol
Found this on newslite.tv

An artist has started creating crocheted versions of dangerous items which he has always wanted to play with, and then posing for elaborate photos with them.

Howie Woo has crocheted grenades, sticks of dynamite, UFOs and even ray guns from harmless wool before using his props to create the stunning images.
The 35-year-old from British Columbia, Canada said he came up with the idea last year and learnt Amigurumi - a Japanese style of crocheting or knitting stuffed characters - to help him achieve it.
"I like crocheting items that I've wanted to play with since childhood, like spaceships and ray guns," said Howie starting another of his yarns.

"Explosive devices are especially fun to crochet because I can add real life sparks without the real life danger."

Howie can spend up to two weeks making each of the items using his crochet hook, yarn, stuffing and patterns he has come up with himself.
The illustrator then poses for photos with his creations and even shoots videos in which he dresses in hired costumes and tells a story involving his crocheted creations.

In a recent video he wore a World War II uniform and added the sound effects of explosions happening around him as explained how he had made his fake grenades.
Howie added that while he has always wanted to make stone sculptures because they might last for hundreds of years he now embraces the fragile and fleeting nature of his crochet creations.

He added that he expected to be mocked for his decision to take up crocheting but was surprised by the positive responses he received.
"I have been have been overwhelmed by encouraging responses it is a very rewarding and humbling experience."
there is a cute video on this link also http://newslite.tv/2009/05/21/crocheted-creations-artwork-is.html
Here is his blog, have to love this guy :)  http://woowork.blogspot.com/

Queen of the Cotton Festival - 1941

The Grand Cotton Festival was held 1938-1941 and again in 1946 after World War II to showcase the area's textile manufacturing industry and to celebrate the emergence from the Great Depression.

Ran across this on Craftzine blog.

Don't you just love history.

~ ljctree ~

I'm absolutely in love the ljctree's soaps. I haven't found a product I don't absolutely LOVE yet from her shop, and believe me, I've tried a LOT of them! She also makes wonderful jewelry, face scrubs and masks not mention vintage items to boot!
I love her descriptions of the items, it makes them so unique and her items come packaged so darn cute!

So without further ado, here's the down and dirty on jjctree:

Me?

Crazy ol' cat womyn AKA that ol' green kneed granny woman, who is partial to seedlings both veggie and humanoid.

Is known to gather orange peels, bits of paper, and "treasures" from coworkers, items of unused clothing and "treasures" from family, and to curiously engage with strangers.

Is obsessed (in a NICE way, of course) with rusted bits left from plowshares and unidentified junque, wooden stumps, leaves, and other relics pushed up from Mother Earth for our visual pleasure.

Yowzaaaaaa

..:: NEWS FLASH --- there has been a significant amount of soapmaking energy coming from that little house in the woods and under those snowdrifts --- YEPPERS!!! ...there IS SOAP!!!

....and THEN..... MORE soap --- !!! Done and Curing: Carrot, Lettuce, Pearberry, Coffee Pot, and Weedpatch....

Soon to be created: Mango, Bramble, Macintosh, Ginger Ale, Cuke, Lemon Verbena, Sunwashed Linen, Peach, Chamomile Tea!!

 

Visit ljctree TODAY!!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/ljctree

Also follow her blog at http://ljctree.blogspot.com/

Tea Pin Cushion

Perfect gift for any Sewer, Pin cushion Lover or Tea cup Collector.

SOoOooooo adorable!
Has plastic pellets inside for weight anf fiberfill.
THIS IS NOT A TOY!
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Comfort ME Cozy

FREE SHIPPING!! in the U.S.
This item is ready to be shipped!
What a trendy way to drink your coffee, tea, or cold drinks. Our cup koozies are designed to keep your fingers safe from the hot liquid of your coffee cup or the cold condensation of your cold drinks. Each koozie easily fits a standard size 12 oz and 16 oz cups. These koozies are environmentally safe and friendly. A perfect item if your are going green. Soft and flexible they fold up quickly and easily to keep in your bag, pocket or car. They are also easy to care for, just toss them in to the wash and tumble dry on low heat or lay flat to dry.
So, next time you get coffee, hot cocoa or tea to go, just say no to that pointless cardboard coffee sleeve and instead use this earth-friendly, reusable, washable cozy.
Want it custom just convo me :)
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Monea Change Purse

This little purse can be used for all sorts of things...money, makeup, sewing items, jewelry, cell phone,....and many more.

I Monea Color and adorned with the perfect button and a wristlet!
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Mouse Wristlet

I crocheted this cute little mouse wristlet change purse.
Great for holding your change , lipstick, money, etc.
This is absolutely adorable!
It is lined with cooridinating colors.
It has a zipper closure along the top with a loop handle attached.
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Indie Spotting

Made it on Front Page Of Indie Spotting again!! :)

With my Grab Your Mug Cozy!!!

 

Available at http://www.theneedlenerd.etsy.com

Cherry Cola Change Purse

*FizzzzZZZzzz*

 

 

This little purse can be used for all sorts of things...money, makeup, sewing items, jewelry, cell phone,....and many more.
In Cherry Cola Color and adorned with the perfect button!
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Introducing Pippichick!

What a great item I received in the mail the other day.
I had entered Pippichick's giv-a-way, low and behold I won!!  *yay ME*
So you ask, "what did you win?"
TA-DAH!!!

Designer Phone Accessory

from Pippichick

And such a co-ink-a-dink I just bought a new cell phone the Motorola Hint and she customized it to fit my phone!

I want to thank her for such a beautiful phone accessory! "THANK YOU!!!!"

 

  

  

 

Perfect fit, perfect colors, extremely well made, definatley buying one another one in the near future!

So when you get a chance check out Pippichick's ETSY shop she has cozies to fit almost anything!!
Can be made to fit:
*iPhone (2G, 3G, 3GS)
*iTouch
*iPod Classic
*iPod Nano - 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Gen
*Motorola Droid
*Palm Pre
*Blackberry (any)
*A variety of Samsung phones
*Digital cameras
*Sunglasses
and she does custom orders!!
So check her out!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/pippichick

My Valentine Surprise!

Awwww I had the best Valentine's ever!
Room with a jacuzzi, dinner and a movie, clothes, shoes, chocolates, teddy bear, and roses!

I love you my wife!!! "UNI"

Ravelrympics 2010

So I enterd the sock hockey event :)
this is the yarn I will be using, so pretty!

My first attempt at crochet socks.

I started them last night during the opening ceremony using this yarn, wish me luck!!!

MMmmmm Cotton Rustic Cuff

FREE SHIPPING! to the U.S.
Adorn yourself with this beautiful rustic cuff made with 100% cotton.
In beautiful colors of cream, peach and brown. Enhanced with 2 perfectly matched buttons that appear to be wooden but are not.
Hand wash only, lay flat to dry.
Available at http://www.theneedlenerd.etsy.com/

Towel Cozy

Fun and functional!

This 100% cotton towel holder is just the perfect accent for you kitchen or bath.
Not your color? Convo me and get the color of your choice!
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Limelight Earflap Hat

This bright and cheery earflap cap is all ready for you!
This gorgeous cap was crocheted with soft acrylic yarn in a classy limelight color. Perfect, it covers your ears and is adorned with a big pom-pom on top. Look stylish while keeping warm :)
Size: Adult
Care instructions: I suggest hand wash or delicate cycle in washer machine. Dry flat. This will help maintain shape longer.
I can make this in any color you like. Convo me for info.
Custom orders welcome! Convo/e-mail me for details. Deposit required for custom orders.
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Rustic Cuff

FREE SHIPPING! to the U.S.

Adorn yourself with this beautiful rustic cuff!
It is approx. 8 inches long and approx. 2.25 inches tall.
In beautiful rich colors of brown, olive, burnt orange, burgundy & fushia. Enhanced with a lrge perfectly matched button.
Hand wash only.
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