Saturday, July 20, 2013

Bead Hoarders Blog Hop - Crochet and Moukite Collar

This year I've decided to get some of the Unfinished Objects (UFOs) finally finished.

How this for a really bad "before" photo! And it's too late to take it again as I've been quite efficient and just finished this item off for the Bead Hoarders Blog hop.


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I can remember starting to make this at a craft fair. The yarn is vintage tapestry thread that was gifted to me by a friend. i seem to be the "go-to" person when a crafting family member dies or has a destash. And i get some wonderful items to use and cherish. But sometimes I find it really hard to experiment when someone has been saving the item in their stash themselves for years.

At craft fairs I like to stand up and say hello to people browsing and have a chat, and crocheting is something I can do standing up if I'm nervous. It keeps my fingers moving which in turn stops me shaking. Not a good look!

And since the fair it's been sitting there waiting for something to happen to it. Then I found some moukite. I've always nervous about using some of my more expensive beads. I don't really know why, but they site there n my stash where I look at them lovingly and say I'll use them one day. And this time I have.

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I think the colours of the moukite tome in so well with the crochet and it all makes a great collar piece.

Check out the other people taking part in this blog hop at Lori's blog.
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45 comments:

  1. UnknownJuly 20, 2013 at 7:48 PM

    Oh Sarah, what a great way to combine two crafts. Love the addition of the beads to your crocheted collar.

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    1. PookledoJuly 21, 2013 at 6:38 AM

      Thanks so much. I'm trying to do things a litle different now and again these days. I've just seen your piece and it's so textural! :)

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  2. ACBeadsJuly 20, 2013 at 7:56 PM

    It's a beautiful modern collar. I'm a new follower to your blog. Have a nice week-end, Ana

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  3. UnknownJuly 20, 2013 at 11:51 PM

    its lovely :) i love how you combined the crochet and the beads

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  4. MimiJuly 21, 2013 at 12:34 AM

    So creative! Beautiful colors.

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  5. Becky PancakeJuly 21, 2013 at 2:42 AM

    The colors of the moukite look wonderful on your crochet. They are the perfect finishing touch.

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  6. AnonymousJuly 21, 2013 at 4:26 AM

    So cool! The beads set your collar off perfectly.

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    1. PookledoJuly 21, 2013 at 7:52 AM

      Thankyou. And your necklace you made is just beautiful!

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  7. Tammie T EverlyJuly 21, 2013 at 12:20 PM

    Very interesting combo Sarah~ I wish I could crochet, I've tried and it just ends up in knots, but it seems like a very relaxing hobby.

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    1. PookledoJuly 21, 2013 at 11:23 PM

      It definitely is. Keeps my hands nice and busy :)

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  8. ChelleJuly 21, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    Sarah.. I love the color combo and the combo of the crochet with the beads. Love it.

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  9. Dry GulchJuly 21, 2013 at 8:12 PM

    Sure wish I could crochet, your necklace is very pretty, such lovely warm colors.

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  10. AnonymousJuly 21, 2013 at 8:20 PM

    Very pretty...makes me think of autumn:)

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  11. UnknownJuly 21, 2013 at 11:17 PM

    Wow, I wish I could crochet ! That is an amazing piece !

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  12. WindDancerStudiosJuly 22, 2013 at 1:26 AM

    That is so clever! I love how it has just the slightest bit of ruffle to it!

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  13. UnknownJuly 22, 2013 at 3:39 AM

    Wow I really like what you made.
    It would be warm and pretty in the UK!
    I know bc my husband is from Scotland.
    Lovely jubley..its so very Sweet!

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  14. UnknownJuly 22, 2013 at 9:33 AM

    Very special♥ jewellery, I have never seen this before! Have a nice summer!

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  15. Nelly MayJuly 22, 2013 at 11:28 AM

    I really like that necklace - it's so unusual and the colours are fabby.

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  16. Empty nester at lastJuly 22, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    Now that is just way to cool!!!! I love the colors...thanks for posting.

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  17. TJewellicious by tantiJuly 23, 2013 at 2:48 AM

    aw... I love your design..! :)

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  18. AnonymousJuly 23, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    Crochet and gemstones, what could be better? It's very unique

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  19. Monique (A Half-Baked Notion)July 23, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    I love to see ANY kind of fibre combined with "traditional" jewellery components, Sarah... this is a beautiful example of two very different materials resulting in an elegant and original design. Superb!

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  20. AnonymousJuly 24, 2013 at 1:27 AM

    Lovely design!

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  21. CraftyHopeJuly 25, 2013 at 3:34 AM

    What a really original piece. I relate to so much of what you've admitted here. I too have a hard time using crafty bits others have been saving and then give me. I've got one of my great-grandmother's old button tins. While I use buttons all the time in my craft, I can't seem to use HERS. As well, the more expensive items are also hard to use. For me, I think I have to pair it with equally expensive bits. Though. . .I know that's not true. Wonderful job breaking down these barriers with this hop!! :)

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    1. PookledoJuly 25, 2013 at 6:19 AM

      Glad it isn't just me that is "saving for best"

      Take care and thankyou

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  22. ShaliniJuly 25, 2013 at 8:57 AM

    What a gorgeous piece! The colours work perfectly Sarah! Love it :-)

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  23. Kari AsburyJuly 28, 2013 at 1:32 AM

    Great design! I love the way the colors work together and the crochet gives texture to the design.

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  24. KepiJuly 29, 2013 at 1:02 AM

    Very unique!

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  25. fairiesmarketAugust 24, 2013 at 5:58 PM

    What a unique design, very interesting and eye catching!

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