Crochet hats - part I

After several months of absence on my blog, I came back with a lot of surprises. Among nursing necklaces and crocheted flowers for my beautiful ladies, I have dedicated my time to the little ones, and opened a new collection of skirts and crocheted hats, cheerful and colorful. The skirts will have to wait to introduce them to you, but today I will boast myself with several hats and matching accessories.
First of them is for a dear friend, for which I've created a set with poppies; the source of inspiration was not mine, but I still tried to add a bit of my imagination and this is what came out

                                                                    Magic Poppy set

The set consists of a summer hat for girls and a matching necklace for mom.
The pattern for the hat I,ve inspired is here; it is a simple and much effect pattern , cotton crochet thread and slightly airy hat can be worn both in spring and cool summer evenings.

I've created also for a princess, called Sophia, a purple hat with multicolored flowers and butterflies. The pattern is the most common and easier, the double stitches pattern , but especially for this hat is the edge, which I've made it flexible and easier to arranged in any position, thanks to my idea of using a flexible metal wire. Because it is not a particular model, I would say that it is an unique hat; the idea can be replicated...of course, as well as colors, but you can choose any other colour and flowers.

                                                            The purple hat

For the next two hats, I took inspiration from some of the most common colors mix, rainbow and rasta.
I think, everybody knows that rainbow consists of seven colors, although in reality it consists of a whole range of colors with a graduated transfer from one to another, so-called continuous spectrum. From wealth of these intense colors of a rainbow, I chose only 10 ... .don't ask me why, so I liked, as it seems Newton liked and chose the magic formula of 7 colors and no one asked him why?
How do you feel when you see a rainbow ... ..do you feel hope, optimism, peace, sun, heat ? as so many feelings I gathered in my rainbow hat, and also in the matching necklace created especially for breastfeeding moms, but not only......

Rainbow hat 

Rainbow necklace

Full of optimism is also the RASTA set, inspired by the colors of Rastafari movement; considered by some people as a cult, others, a lifestyle, for me,  the source of inspiration for a boy hat and a pendant necklace, created in the same style and colors. It is not necessarily a style that represents me, rather I feel drawn to the hippie style, but I like the idea of ​​freedom and back to the mother nature. That being said, here is the set:

Rasta set

Project hats and matching accessories, does not stop here, but to continue, I'm waiting for your proposal.

Winter accesories, 3 in 1

Is there anything more fun that goofing around and doing so for your kids sweet delight ?
This was the idea behind those winter accessories, probably one of the funniest proposals that I' ve received : a warm set for the entire family, mom, dad and a little girl, who loves mountain trips.

Designed in each family member favorite color and made from a thick acrylic yarn, but very soft and pleasant to touch, so good to protect you from frost and wind, but also casual, light and airy and very important .... with  an " anti-loss " system ;), because as you've seen it, there is a set consisting of a hat, scarf and gloves, 3 in 1, all pieces are stitched to each other.
         

Kid set

Mom set

Dad set

I admit it wasn't my idea, it came from a faithful friend of boutique, and althought it seemed a naughty idea at first, now that I have finished them, I think I'll create similar items for my own family, because it's a practical set and most important.......
it doesn't  hurt to behave in a silly way with your kids and dress like them.  I'm sure that they will love that Mom and Dad are wearing the same crazy hat.

Roses accesories

" Don't forget to love roses, they are a symbol of love " so says the lyrics of a Romanian song and so began the story of  my" Roses collection ".This time last year, I was working hard to my beloved roses, a collection of brooches and necklaces , very appropiate for wear and to offer them as a gift, this month which celebrates love. Now I'm so pleased that my flowers have been appreciated throughout this year, and even reached overseas, so it's time to brag and share with you.We all know that there is no other flower more revered and celebrated as much as rose. Symbol of love and appreciation, this flower has inspired people over time to express feelings beyond any words. So, I invite you to admire my collection of  crocheted roses Stylish and feminine, the brooch is a tres chic accessory in our wardrobe, that will never go out of fashion. I've choosen 8 colors, each colour with its meaning : 

                                                1 - "Sweetness"           2 - "Desire"
                                                3 - "Love beauty"        4 - "Grace"
                                                5 - "Falling in Love"   6 - "Delight"
                                                7 - "Simpathy"            8 "Passion"
With a bit of imagination, these pins can be used as hair accessory or to decorate a hat, a dress, a purse or even a pillowcase, as I have shown in this picture

                                                            Brooch " Rose feelings "

For everyone who loves handmade necklaces, I've created with great care and passion, a few roses necklaces that I'm very proud of.

I'm not a fashion addict, but I like to have always a feminine look , as in my wardrobe there are many clothes from casual chic to hippie style, also the colors don't ever miss my daily outfit, even in an accesory; I admit, I'm not characterize of classical style, not now and not ever. If you're like me, then, my proposal is the below necklace, which I've currently done in two colors, who knows .... more could follows.

Exotic blossom for a daring look 

and for the delicate ..........Orange blossom

If you are an incurable romantic and love equally vintage style, embroidery and pastel colors, I'm sure that you'd love " Frozen roses"  necklace; It would match perfectly to a lace blouse / dress......what do you think ?

Finally, for an amazing look, please enjoy  "Mysterious Rose",  made in classical red and black, accessorized with black ribbon, small beads strings and a fragile cord lace.

I hope you enjoyed my dearly accesories and don't forget:

................................................. keep calm and love roses!!!!

Good thoughts, new projects, old projects

Soon I''ll celebrate a year since I've shared my creations on this blog; I hope you enjoyed and I'll invite you further to watch my posts, because I have a looooot of stories to say ;)
Until then, I will tell you the story of crocheted accessories, fluffy and warm, perfect for the cold winter days; some time ago, looking for materials for my new projects, I discovered the natural wool, or roving wool and I was so charmed by the many colors and gradients I've found that I've got everything I found.
Once the yarn got home, I began to looking for what to do, thick and abundant, soft and fluffy, bright colors .... initially I thought to have a coat, but because I didn't know the material so well, I gave up. After a long network research and because winter was coming, I decided to realize a set of circular scarf and matching mittens, a brilliant idea for the outside grey. And so, here are the sets "Fantasy", and of course I kept for myself the most colorful .... the orange one;), which I wear it daily merry.

For more pictures and other details, please visit my FB page, in the Ready for winter album; I hope you like them and they will inspire you.

I would have like to enrich the colour palette this year, unfortunately it was no way to find something to inspire me. Instead of this, I came up with a new proposal, the same material, which is found in a large variety of colors .....lucky me;) .... a set of crocheted scarf and mittens, uni-color this time, but with small tones of color......... the SPINY set.

These three proposals were meant for a dear Buticul's friend, if you like them, I can make similar models, you only need to choose the colour; for more detailed photos and other information please visit my store on ETSY website.

Thank you for stopping by and don't forget..............keep calm and love handmade!!!

Set babywearing

Because I like to play with colors, and crocheted beads are so loved by my dear carrier mothers, I thought to enrich a little the collection of necklaces for breastfeeding with new color mixes; also, I've added an accessory that can be worn as a bracelet or just a teething toy for the little one.
The first set was inspired by a green and refreshing lemonade, perfect for the hot summer days.

                                                        Set " FRESH LEMONADE "

For the second, I chose some light colors inspired by the fondants candies; some of the few candies I enjoyed with pleasure when I was a kid.
SWEET FONDANTS makes your relish for something sweet and good, every time you wear it ;)

Set " SWEET FONDANTS "

A bit of romance in my collection with PERFECT PINK. You may wonder why " perfect", well..... "La vie en rose",  cherry blossom, the blushed cheeks of the children are just a few of those perfect things that make me smile and enjoy life.

                                                          Set " PERFECT PINK "

Another beautiful color mix ...... AUTUMN AVENUE inspired by the colors that autumn season delights us. From golden yellow to coppery red, warm colors which nature garnishes us the most beautiful paint.

                                                           Set " AUTUMN AVENUE "

The last finish, but not the least.....one inspiration and 2 color mixes, which I called UNDER THE SEA.

I hope you enjoyed my proposals and I'm waiting for yours.

Halloween jewelry set

I don't like to celebrate, but I'm always like to accesorized ;)
I've seen these days pro/contra opinions about this holiday; .... I'm somewhere between, I can not say that I don't like it, but I don't dislike it so bad; what I don't like ...... well, those hideous costumes  of skeletons and vampires full of blood and disfigured faces, brrrr .... look terrible; instead, I like pumpkins carved and decorated, even to eat them, they are so tasty in any form of cooking .... yummii.
But I'm not talking about this holiday, and about SWEET PUMPKIN set, a necklace with assorted bead earrings, made to a mothers' whish who wanted to wear something in tune with the Halloween kids party.
So, the necklace can be worn by any breastfeeding mother, the little ones will surely be delighted by the contrast between the two colors, bright orange and duck egg color (I don't know how to say in english).
Like all of my babywearing necklaces, not only breastfeeding mothers can worn it, but anyone who loves art and especially handmade crocheted accessories; that's why I've made also, assorted earrings.

Set " SWEET PUMPKIN"

I hope you enjoy my new items and I'm expecting your proposal:)

Crosetam povesti vikinge

N-am mai postat de ceva timp, dar revin cu noutati frumoase, acesta fiind si principalul motiv pentru care am lipsit o perioada; Acum la sfarsit de octombrie sa va arat ce-am mai lucrat ;)
Azi o sa ma laud cu o " familie de vikingi ", asa am denumit eu ultimul proiect, o frumoasa provocare pe care am acceptat-o acum o luna si care mi-a luat ceva timp de gandire despre cum va arata; eu sunt foarte incantata de rezultat....ca de obicei :), sper ca si " vikingii" mei sa fie.
Tema, evident despre vikingi, iar subiectul trebuia sa contina o papusa - printesa razboinica, pentru o bebelusa, un colier de alaptare pentru mami si in premiera, un colier pentru tati.

Nu stiam prea multe lucruri despre vikingi, decat ca erau un popor de navigatori si bravi razboinici, bine...nici acum nu pot sa spun ca stiu prea multe, dar am selectat cateva idei care m-au inspirat in proiectul meu.





Ca sursa de inspiratie pentru papusa, am avut-o pe Astrid, o razboinica isteata si neinfricata, personajul principal din "How to train your dragon " ( film de animatie ); draguta inspiratie nu-i asa ?
A mea papusa n-are tinte si alte metale, nici blanita....desi mi-ar fi placut, dar fiind destinata unei bebeluse, am creat-o cat mai baby-friendly, doar fir bumbac si umplutura hipoalergenica.
Am pastrat cromatica si bineinteles am adaugat si celebrul coif de viking. Sper sa o incante pe micuta si sa-i fie un prieten de nadejde.








La coliere a fost ceva mai greu pana m-am decis cum sa le fac, in primul rand ca nu am mai lucrat pana acum pentru tatici, in al doilea rand ca trebuia sa le dau colierelor ceva influente vikinge; si uite asa am descoperit simbolurile din mitologia nordica, simboluri f des intalnite in bijuteriile vikinge sau in tatuaje.

Pentru colierul mamei am ales ca simbol, spirala tripla, ale carei origini nu le cunosc, avind in vedere ca apare si la vikingi, dar si la celti, dar se pare ca este unul dintre cele mai vechi simboluri ale spiritualitatii umane; De ce l-am ales pentru colierul mamei : pentru ca este legat de simbolul cercului  ( simbol antic al zeitei, al pantecelui femeii, al fertilitatii, al fortei feminine si evolutiei universului ); am adaugat si niste bilute de lemn imbracate in bumbac, precum si un cerculet de lemn, numai bune de descoperit si molfait, fiind totusi un colier de alaptare ;)

La colierul tatalui, evident m-am legat de un simbol masculin, the Helm of Awe, unul dintre cele mai misterioase si mai puternice simboluri in mitologia nordica; des intalnit in echipamentul razboinicilor vikingi, se pare ca inducea frica si oferea protectie impotriva abuzului de putere.  Si pentru ca si tatal bebelusei este implicat in procesul de babywearing, i-am adaugat si acestui colier un cerculet de lemn, foarte usor de prins de manutele mici.





Cam asta a fost povestea despre " familia de vikingi ", sper ca v-a placut si astept noi provocari din partea voastra.
Pozele mai in detaliu, le puteti gasi pe paginea mea de FB https://www.facebook.com/Coliere-alaptare-798515636863777/