Pretty shaken up by the last events here in India, you must have heard about, I've almost lost all my holiday mood. Really, it's so hard to believe that life is beautiful when you actually witness its ugliness. I wish all such things just stopped happening, people became kind to each other at least, if not loving each other.
However, we can't stop living and celebrating ... and creating. I must say that crocheting really supported me these days as many of you know, it gives peace and order to thoughts and calms you down. I wish all the world would start crocheting, knitting, paper crafting and so on. This would have made people much better.
To carry on with holidays, here are some things which made my days happier, in spite of anything. First, presenting so called ego-project I managed accomplish in between all other. My first crochet bolero shrug. The pattern is by Cindy Coleman you can find here. It appeared to be perfect for the first ever attempt of crocheting the clothing. I modified it slightly in border part and made it broader. Also added border to the sleeves.
The shell stitch is used for the shrug's main parts - back and front.
These two also cheered my up when they came out from the hook :) I'm gifting them tonight to our friends.
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The second book made my heart melt. "The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus" by L. Frank Baum, illustrated by Charles Santore. You see why I grabbed it straight away when I saw it. The story itself and the illustrations are amazing! I was more than happy to have these two books in my possession now:)
I'm not going to make any list of 2012 achievements and mile stones, they were there, but I simply want to wish everyone a Happy 2013 Year! May your families be healthy, happy and live in peace and joy!
Happy New Year from my snow buddies too:)
I'm sorry to say that I do not know what has happened in India. I haven't been watching or reading the news at all lately. Just quietly spending my days crocheting and enjoying simple moments. I'm impressed by your first shrug. I've made scarves and a shawl, but never anything with armholes or sleeves. :) Your little snowpeople are very cute, too. I'm sure your friends will appreciate receiving such sweet little gifts. I know how you feel about finding wonderful books -- when we travel, I am always on the lookout for books and magazines. Kuwait censors everything so can't find a thing which really is so very ridiculous. Wishing you a wonderful new year, Tammy
ReplyDeleteHi, Tammy! Happy New Year!:)
DeleteThanks for your lovely comment!:)well, then India has a variety of book:) come and buy some!
Thanks for ;liking my shrug, now I'm inspired to make a better one!
Anna,
ReplyDeleteBolero looks neat and good color combo...Nice work. Wanna take home one of those snow men!
The illustrations in the Santa book is soooooo cool that i want to own one myself!
Above all wish you and your family a very happy and healthy 2013.
Lets all wish and pray that India stops assaulting the women.
happy new year!
Wish you a happy 2013 ! Your bolero looks nice and trendy !:)
ReplyDeleteYes the events in the capital shook everyone. This has happened in past too, the only thing now is it happened in the capital and people are standing up for justice. But no one bothers about the poor who have faced it for ages. Anyways, whatever be the justice, it cannot replace the grief of her parents.
I agree, but now at least we paid attention, hopefully, the steps will be taken to prevent, reduce such cases.
DeleteHave a Happy and safe New Year! God bless your family.
Yep...not a very nice year ending. I hope and pray things are better in 13!
ReplyDeleteYour little snowmen are really cute!
At last we all got to see the secret ego project. Thats a great looking shrug! Keep hooking!
Wish you n family a very happy new year 2013! :)
Thanks, Shikha!:) Yes, we have to hope and believe no matter what!
DeleteWishing you and yours a great happy new year!
Very pretty shrug! Looks perfect for an autumn outing, the orange the grey shades complement each other to a T!
ReplyDeleteVery sad about the events in Delhi, here in HK all my friends of non-indian origin also know about it and i felt shameful that such things happened in our country :( Hope there is light at the end of the tunnel tho..
Wishing you a very happy new year 2013!
Thanks for your wishes, Rajeshwari!
DeleteYou don't have to be ashamed, India is a great country, and every country has its failures, here or there. We just hope that some actions will be taken as to prevent this in future.
Happy new year to as well!
Happy New Year to you, too and best wishes for the coming year. That bolero looks really sweet and accomplished. I love th books, too. The Santa one has amazing illustrations.
ReplyDeleteAs to the saddening events, maybe we should take heart that people are shocked by it and maybe this anger and sadness might come to a positive change for the good?
Hi, Rhisanna! Thanks for your nice comment:) The Santa book still keeps me so happy!:)
DeleteYes, I think the same, and some changes have been already done. Hopefully 2013 will be much better.
Have a Great year!
Anna... A Very Happy New Year to you and all at home....The bolero is looking pretty and snug... And you crocheted it pretty fast :)
ReplyDeleteTake care
Yes, Aishwarya, you are right, I finished it even before Christmas, in less than 8 days I guess:)
DeleteHave a Happy new year ahead!
Citala sam o onom sto se desava kod vas,nazalost tuzno:((
ReplyDeleteTvoj bolero mi se mnogo svidja i Snesko Belic:)
Srecna 2013.g!!!
Thanks, Ljubinka.
DeleteWe hope 2013 to be much happier.
Have a Happy new year too:)
Happy new year! Im impressed with all the projects here..I wish I had the patience to make something to wear- I like the adaptation of widening the edge as well good decision. The snow men are too cute I hope they are well received! stay positive and try not to let other peoples negativity affect your state of mind... all the best wishes for the year ahead x
ReplyDeleteThanks, Bonita!:) Oh come on, you have loads of patience and precise movements when you make such small pictures on your nails!
DeleteI'm glad you liked my crochet works:)
Yes, we are positive, just became more aware and more careful.
Have a Happy new year ahead too!
A very happy new year to you too!!! Those snowmen are just darling!! Yes, I heard about what happened over there and it was horrifying. Very, very sad. Great score with those books though.
ReplyDeleteHi, Jojo!
DeleteHappy new year, we look forward it being much happier than 2012.
Wow, your snowbuddies are soo sweet!! ♥
ReplyDeleteBest wishes for a happy new year to you as well!
Aaand.... look here, you've been nominated ;-)
http://natasnest.blogspot.de/2012/12/my-second-blog-award.html
Hi, Nata! I'm honored to receive and award from you:)
DeleteThanks for liking my crochet stuff.
Happy new year once again!
I can only imagine the horrors you are reading about every day, life goes on as you said and holding yarn in your hands helps. Happy New Year to you.
ReplyDeleteMeredith
Happy New year, Meredith!Thanks for support.
DeleteSuch sweet crochet! Wishing you a blessed New Year!
ReplyDeleteHi Anna, You are a book lover too, that is great. Your shrug is looking fantastic and neat. I am sure it looks fab on you. Every country has its share of untoward or horrible incidents. We can only keep calm and carry on. I agree with you that crafting can relax you. The rhythmic movements of crochet keep me sane.
ReplyDeleteLove.
Happy new year my dear! I wish you a beautiful 2013.
ReplyDeleteI'm amazed by your creations, you're so clever! The snowmen are so cute! And lovely books too, the illustrations look very pretty :)
Have a wonderful year.
Thanks, Nikki! very pleased you liked my fast projects!
DeleteHave a wonderful year too!
wow lovely work! happy new year!
ReplyDeletethanks!!!:)
DeleteYour shrug ROCKS - beautiful job. Great score on the two books - the illustrations by Charles Santore are breahtaking - I have another child's book here, that he did. And, your charming little snow friends made me smile - stay safe, Anna. Happy Wednesday. Tanya
ReplyDeletehi, Tanya! Thanks so much for joining me in my crafty and life adventures:)
Deleteyes, his illustrations are breathtaking!i'm glad I have such book with me now:)
thanks for your kind words about my works, it's encouraging!
have a lovely day too!
Hello, Anna
ReplyDeleteThe illustrations in the Santa Claus book are amazing. And I adore your crocheting. The shell stitch looks fabulous on the shrug.
And yes! I am very excited about you choosing my blog for the Liebster Award...I hope I can do a good post about it and do it well.
Our holidays were very busy and I came down with the bad cold that went around in the States. I am feeling better now, but need to tidy up the house. I had already committed to participate in the 'Our World Our Art' event about six months ago, so I will have to put of the post about the Liebster Award until the end of February. I am honored that you chose my blog.
I crochet too and have made many hats, scarves, a few fine thread tablecloths, many, many fine thread doilies, and even designed a few of my own afghans, and sold many of my items at a craft show in our city once a year for a twenty year time frame.
This is a colder time of year for the Central part of California. Los Angeles has been colder too but they are usually around 70 Farenheit.
I adore your blog. It is so colorful, and I enjoyed the photo tour of the dancers and restaurant and tight rope walker. It must have been very enjoyable for you too!
Have a lovely rest of the week!
Teresa in California
http://amagicalwhimsy.blogspot.com/