Elena's Degree Show

Elena came along to the group to learn how to crochet as part of a project for her Art Degree. She has now come to the exciting conclusion of her studies and welcomes us to come along and view The Degree Show on Saturday 13th June in The Tontine Buildings on Trongate. Come on ladies, our wee group is branching out into all sorts of interesting areas! We have enjoyed watching Elena's crochet journey from hook to printed image and we wish her every success in the future.

Isabel loves knitting socks and is always up for a challenge. She enjoys colour work and is not afraid to mix sections from different patterns. This pair of socks is stunning!

Janice has been slogging away making this baby bag for her daughter-in-law. The fabric is by special request as mum to be is a big Spiderman fan. The bag was made under the expert directions of Izzy, who can make these bags in her sleep. Janice is delighted to have completed the project and insists that it will be a one off!

Janice also had time to knit a bonnie wee jacket from the Women's Weekly Magazine. The toggles just finish it off beautifully. The giraffe height chart is another make for the new arrival.

 Patsy is an experienced sewer but has recently taken up quilting with the assistance of Izzy. These are her first two quilts! The small quilt matches the baby bag she made for her great nephew and the large quilt is for her sister. Both quilts are beautiful.

Roberta was delighted to show off this pretty cardigan which will be winging its way to New Zealand as we speak! Roberta started the Christmas stockings at Gartmore and is delighted to be so organised with her Christmas gifts. She actually had time to make something for herself! The shawl was completed in time for Roberta to take away on holiday.

 Anthea had been spinning yarn for Magda. The rainbow yarn is plied with grey and a sparkle thread has been added. This is Merino superwash and is lace weight. As you can see Magda loved the finish product! I wonder what she will make?

 Sadly, we lost a good friend last weekend. Margaret passed away after a short illness. We have been so touched by her passing that Caroline, Linda, Norma, Susan, Lisa, Lyn, Fee and Magda have agreed to participate in a 10k charity walk to raise funds for the Beatson and the new Lanarkshire Beatson. Norma has set up a Just Giving Page using the name of the Happy Hookers. We shall also send round a sheet on club nights if you would prefer.

Margaret's funeral is at Daldowie at 1.45pm on Monday 1st June if you are able to attend.

Craft Day, 25th April 2015

Lisa gave an inspiring talk about how she juggles her day job as a graphic designer in her own company, a mum of three and  mastermind of For the Love of Yarn. It all started with a bout of repetitive strain injury while crocheting....after a little investigation Lisa fell upon the idea of customizing crochet hooks so that they were more comfortable to hold. The hooks were a big success! Then Lisa became frustrated because she was unable to find colours of yarn that inspired her. Being Lisa, she decided to dye her own yarn! The yarn 

idea flew and many crafters wanted their custom colours. Now, Lisa runs yarn clubs that are themed. the boxes include, yarn, matching hook, a pattern, and a free gift.

This is a family business. Lisa designs the hook, the dyeing of yarn, making buttons etc. Husband winds the yarn into yarn cakes etc. Everyone assists with filling the boxes. 

One day, six year old Callum told his Mum that he wanted to make pennies for the sick people. Being a talented boy he began to custom a range of hooks for sale. Lisa is allowed to place them in the oven to set. Callum has his own Face Book page and has raised £2000 for his charity, so far. Four year old, Kayla May creates buttons for Callum's fundraising. Talent clearly runs in the family. I wonder how Miss Bella will shine when she gets older? Watch this space!!!!!

Isabel agreed to organising the catering. She found this amazing table cloth at Aldi and assembled a range of nibbles and drinks. Well done that girl! The gluten free stuff went down a treat.

Izzy completed some dresses for her charity that sends cotton dresses to Africa. Anyone found sitting about doing nothing was asked to sew on some buttons. The dresses will be well appreciated.

Anthea was spinning grey yarn with a silver thread for Magda. This is a big assignment and has to be completed before we go to Garmore.

Elaine is full of good ideas. This time she gave a demonstration on how to make some face scrub which was then scented with lavender or lemon and presented inside a cute jar. Well, that's Christmas sorted!

Alison was crocheting squares together to make a blanket.

Paula was working on these amazing granny squares. I can't wait to see the completed garment!

Donna was working on a sewing kit that was from a Kath Kidson book. She also brought in a quilt she has been working on for her niece.

Janice started the baby bag for her daughter-in-law. Look at the picture! The girl loves Spiderman!

Linda was knitting a baby blanket using Sirdar Squiggle super chunky.

Morag was working on a baby shawl using yarn from poundland.

Jillian was working on her first quilt. The design is taken from a book on Jelly Roll Quilts. I was really taken with the colours.

Caroline has been experimenting with crocheting flowers.

Isabel brought some fabric to be made into a table mat. This is one of her adventures in retirement!

Elaine was working on a knitted corner to corner shawl.

Lisa started a skirt for Kayla May.

Dawn was in the process of doing a blanket.

Patsy was being tutored by Izzy to create this fab quilt top.

A big thank you to everyone who came along and made the day a success.

All Kinds Of Everything!

Anthea was delighted with the way her Attic 24 Interlocking Ripple Pattern blanket worked out. It is a work of art. The yarn is Stylecraft special DK which came in an Attic 24 "Lucy " pack. Confused? Then get yourself over to the Attic 24 blog and explore the world of a very talented lady.

Kat wanted a knitting bag like the one her mum had, so she made this replica bag. She even re-cycled the handles and the ruler on the side of the bag. This is a really practical bag with pockets for a pattern and other crafting supplies. I'm very impressed!

Izzy crocheted this beautiful doll's pram blanket with odds and ends of left over yarn. She even had time to make a baby hat with a pretty flower addition.

Patsy was as proud as punch with the way this baby bag turned out. Izzy inspired her to make one of her famous baby bags as a gift for her new great-nephew.

At last I completed this pair of socks for myself. The yarn was an internet buy from some time ago and I enjoyed the way the colour changes worked but I didn't like the yarn itself because it split. I'm just glad I got to the end.

Janice had some time on her hands and made some bunting for the creche she volunteers in.The fabric was from IKEA. As a grandmother-in-waiting she wanted to make something for the baby. Janice decided to up-cycle an old cot duvet cover into a cosy cot quilt. This recycling business is fairly catching on!

 Janice still had some fabric to make some more of those cute bunnies and bibs. She even had time to knit a little green cardigan for her future grandchild. I love the way the buttons tone in with the cardi!

This is one of Janices' trade mark fairies. It has been made for a little girl who is about to become a big sister.

Ohhhhhhhhh! Lovely! Caroline made this amazing Elsa doll from Frozen. Some little girl will be enchanted with this. We were. Stephanie could hardly put it down.

And now for something completely different! Jill made this amazing hat for her nephew. It matches his coat. Jill adapted the pattern and then improvised a little.

Sometimes out crafters gift their work before they come to our group. Catriona made these wonderful hand embroidered silk pillows  for someone. Is there no end to the number of crafts this woman can do? I am truly impressed with the variety of skills found at this wee group!

The group send their best wishes to Margaret and we look forward to seeing soon.

We are still at the Fort! Happy crafting!