I ordered a pattern from a shop owner on Etsy.com for a baby bolero/shrug jacket. It came via PDF, so I got to start right away on my first project... but what to do first? So many options! I finally settled on a large crocheted dresser scarf... a rectangle of crocheted cotton. Would it work? Could I fit all the pieces? At first I thought I only had enough to make a vest. But when I cut out the back and two front pieces, utilizing the finished edge as the hem, I realized I had enough finished edge in large enough sections for 2 cap sleeves. Yippee!
Here is the finished result... bias tape trims the neckline, and an antique "pearl" button is fastened by a finished piece of the crochet. I also added a little vintage pearlized flower button as an accent. I think it's pretty adorable... and I've listed it on Etsy at This Reminds Me... If it doesn't sell, Zola Claudette or Harper LeeAnn will be wearing it in a few months!
Next project? Another doily... then maybe some denim, and a cutwork pillowcase! I also bought a bolero jacket for women today - gonna try some vintage lace tablecloths soon!
Thursday, July 21, 2011
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