Dee-lightful Creations

2011-12-08T08:11:00.001-08:00

I just finished the huge project I've been working on. I had an order for 3 sets of Star Wars figures for Christmas gifts. There are 12 figures in each set and she also ordered an extra Darth Vader and an extra Yoda. So that's a total of 38 figures! I've been working on them since around the end of October and finished the last ones last night.


The figures nearly filled this bag!


I couldn't resist getting pictures of them all together!


This is a picture of one set, plus the extra Yoda.

RoboBoy wants me to make a Darth Vader for him now. However, I'm not taking any more orders before Christmas. A huge thanks to Lucy Collin/LucyRavenscar for her wonderful designs!

Finally posting pictures from the History Faire

2011-12-02T12:10:00.001-08:00

Ok, things have been crazy here, and I admit...I much prefer crocheting to taking the time to post on my blog. I had a wonderful time at the Pinellas Parent Educators Association's "Ye Olde History Faire". There were lots of us homeschool crafting families present to show off and sell our wares. There was also music and musket firing and a teepee village complete with "Native Americans", (kids dressed in costume). You could spot various people dressed in period correct apparel throughout the crowd.

My sign kept blowing over in the wind. I would like to get a banner with my logo on it for if I do more craft shows. Yes, I made the skirt I'm wearing as well.

This little beauty is still in search of a good home. She costs $40.

These were a favorite of my customers. They are $15 for a set.

Not a very good pic of him, but this little guy is a turtle. He is $40.

This is the project that kept me busy for about a year or so.

We needed to get rid of the wall paper in our bedroom because we suspected there was mold under it. Yeah, we live in wonderful humid Florida! After all the repainting was done, I wanted a new spread for our bed so this is what I came up with.

I'm currently nearing the end of another rather large project. I will post pictures of it when I'm done. I also have 3 afghans to make for my Bro-in-law. Pics to come of those as well!

Dee-lightful Snowflake Tam

2011-07-01T09:06:00.000-07:00

Dee-lightful Snowflake Tam

The beginning motif is from “Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs” by Edie Eckman.

Note: It helps to keep a marker at the beginning of each round.

Begin with sliding loop.

Rnd 1 Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch-1), *dc in ring, ch 1; repeat from * five more times, dc in ring, join with hdc to third chain of ch-4. (8 dc)

Rnd 2 ch 1, sc in space made by joining hdc, *ch 5, sc in next ch-1 space; repeat from * six more times, ch 2, join with dc to first sc.

Rnd 3 Ch 4, sc in space made by joining dc, *ch 5, (sc, ch 3, sc) in next ch-5 space; repeat from * six more times, ch 2, join with dc to first chain of beginning ch-4.

Rnd 4 Ch 4, sc in space made by joining dc, *ch 7, (sc, ch 3, sc) in next ch-5 space; repeat from * six more times, ch 3, join with tr to first chain of beginning ch-4.

Rnd 5 Ch 4, sc in space made by joining tr, * ch 9, (ch, ch 3, sc) in next ch-7 space; repeat from * six more times, ch 4, join with dtr in first chain of beginning ch-4.

Rnd 6 Ch 4, 5 sc in space made by joining dtr, * ch 5, (5sc, ch 3, 5 sc) in next ch-9 space; repeat from * six more times, ch 5, 5 sc in last space, join with slip st to first chain of beginning ch-4, slip st in ch-4.

Rnd 7 Ch 1, sc, *ch 6, dc into next ch-5 space, ch 6, sc in next ch-3 space; repeat from * 6 more times, ch 6, dc into next ch-5 space, ch 3, dc into first sc. (16 ch-6 spaces)

Rnd 8 Ch 1, sc, *ch 7, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 14 more times, ch 3, tr in first sc. (16 ch-7 spaces)

Rnd 9 Ch 1, sc, *ch 8, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 14 more times, ch 4, tr in first sc. (16 ch-8 spaces)

Rnd 10 Ch 1, sc, *ch 9, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 14 more times, ch 4, dtr in first sc. (16 ch-9 spaces)

Rnd 11 repeat rnd 9

Rnd 12 repeat rnd 8

Rnd 13 Ch 1, sc, *ch 6, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 14 more times, ch 3, dc in first sc. (16 ch-6 spaces)

Rnd 14 Ch 1, sc, *ch 5, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 14 more times, ch 2, dc in first sc. (16 ch-5 spaces)

Rnd 15 Ch 1, sc, *ch 4, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 15 more times, slip st in first sc. (16 ch-4 spaces)

Rnd 16 Ch 3, *4 dc in next ch space from previous round; dc in next sc; repeat from * 15 more times, 4 dc in last ch space, slip st in third ch of first ch-3. Finish off.

This hat is supposed to be big and baggy. You wear it over your hair and sort of tucked behind your ears. Enjoy!

Dee-lightful Flower Tam

2011-07-01T07:33:00.000-07:00

Dee-lightful Flower Tam

The beginning motif is from “Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs” by Edie Eckman.

Note: It helps to keep a marker at the beginning of each round.
Flower
Begin with sliding loop.
Rnd 1 Ch3, 11 dc in ring, join with slip st to top of ch-3. (12 dc)
Rnd 2 Ch 1, (sc, ch 7, sc, ch1) in same stitch, *skip 1 dc, (sc, ch 7, sc, ch 1) in next dc; repeat from * four more times, join with slip st to first sc.
Rnd 3 Ch 1, (sc, 2 hdc, 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, 2 hdc, sc) in each ch 7 space around, join with slip st to first sc. Fasten Off.
Hat
Rnd 1 Join with sc in any ch 2 space, ch 8, *sc in next ch 2 sp, ch 8; repeat from * 5 more times, sl st in first sc to join. (6 ch-8 spaces)
Rnd 2 ch 1, sc, (ch 5, sc in ch space from previous round, ch 5, sc in next sc) around, sl st in first sc to join. (12 ch-5 spaces)
Rnd 3 ch 1, sc, (ch 4, sc in ch space from previous round, ch 4, sc in next sc) around, ch 2, dc into first sc to join. (24 ch-4 spaces)
Rnd 4 ch 1, sc, ch 5, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 22 more times, ch 2, dc into first sc to join. (24 ch-5 spaces)
Rnd 5 ch 1, sc, ch 6, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 22 more times, ch 3, dc into first sc to join. (24 ch-6 spaces)
Rnd 6 ch 1, sc, ch 7, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 22 more times, ch 3, tr into first sc to join. (24 ch-7 spaces)
Rnd 7 ch 1, sc, ch 8, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 22 more times, ch 4, tr into first sc to join. (24 ch-8 spaces)
Rnd 8 & 9 repeat rnd 6
Rnd 10 ch 1, sc, ch 6, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 22 more times, ch 3, tr into first sc to join. (24 ch-7 spaces)
Rnd 11 ch 1, sc, ch 5, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 22 more times, ch 3, dc into first sc to join. (24 ch-6 spaces)
Rnd 12 ch 1, sc, ch 4, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 22 more times, ch 2, dc into first sc to join. (24 ch-5 spaces)
Rnd 13 ch 1, sc, ch 3, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 22 more times, ch 2, dc into first sc to join. (24 ch-4 spaces)
Rnd 14 ch 1, sc, ch 2, sc in ch space from previous round; repeat from * 23 more times, slip st into first sc to join. (24 ch-3 spaces)
Rnd 16 ch 1, sc, sc in same st, 2 sc in next ch space, (sc in next sc, 2 sc in next ch space) around, slip st first sc.
Rnd 17 ch 3, dc in each st around, slip st in 3rd ch of first ch 3. Finish off.

This hat is supposed to be big and baggy. It is worn over all your hair and sort of tucked behind your ears. It might be helpful to use a bobby pin or two to keep it in place.

Preparing for Ye Olde History Faire

2011-01-01T11:28:00.000-08:00

I'm getting ready for my first ever "craft fair"! Well, it's not really a craft fair. It's actually a history fair being sponsored by our local homeschool support group. One of the features will be hand-made crafts being sold by local homeschoolers, that includes me! The fair takes place in February so I'm working hard to get some items ready to sell.

The plan is to make lots of earrings rings like these.

I would also like to create a bunch of little critters like these!

I recently finished creating this doll for a friend's daughter for Christmas.

She LOVED it! Her dad told me that the first thing she said when she opened it was, "She looks JUST like me!!" That made my day because that was the goal! I now have two more doll orders that are due in March. Those will have to be started after the history fair. For now, I need to get back to crocheting!!

Crocheted Hightop Booties

2010-10-17T12:40:00.000-07:00

I made these for a nephew's expected baby girl. They turned out soo cute! These are $10.

I made this Blankie Bunnie for the same baby girl. This would also be $10.

Kitties

2010-09-16T19:36:00.000-07:00

These kitties were made for a little girl who is my best customer! They are $10 each. She named the grey one Featherpaw and the black & white one Ravenpaw.

Nativity Set

2010-09-16T12:57:00.000-07:00

Picture taken by Matthew Trope

This set is missing the Wisemen. But you can get the entire set for $30.

Wii Controller Holster

2010-05-30T12:27:00.000-07:00

This item was born out of my own necessity. I've been working out using Biggest Loser Wii for about a month now. It was very frustrating when they would tell me to put the controller in my pocket and I don't have pockets in most of my workout shorts. So I created a holster for my Wii Controller.

This is actually the second one I made. My prototype needed improvements and wasn't really made for 'show'. I have been using the prototype in my workouts however and it works great! The Wii Controller Holster features cotton belting with a parachute clip to attach the holster around your waist. Cotton belting secures the holster to your leg using velcro for quick change overs to the other leg during workouts. There is also a flap to close the top preventing your controller from slipping out. This is made to be used with the Wii Motion Plus or without, or with a protective sleeve or without. I am selling this product for $12.

In case you were wondering...

2010-04-18T17:18:00.001-07:00

Just in case anyone has been wondering where I've been...I've been staying quite busy! It seems that I've had order right after order. My hubby helped me set up a database so I can keep track of all these orders coming in. I will have to show pictures of my latest orders soon.

We have a winner!!!

2010-04-03T08:22:00.000-07:00

Thank you to all of you who posted comments to this site and also to my new Facebook page, Dee-lightful Creations Crochet. Everyone who became a fan of that page was also entered into the drawing. Also those who posted comments to my posts on my Facebook profile concerning this contest.

I put everyone's name into a spreadsheet to find out how many entries I had. Then I entered the number into http://www.random.org/. I matched the number they brought up to the number and name on my spreadsheet.

And the winner is....(drum roll please!) RUTH BOWLES. Congratulations!!! I will be in contact with you to find out how best to get your little lamb to you.

The Little Lamb

2010-03-31T07:23:00.000-07:00

I've been asked how much I'm selling the little lamb for. Scroll down to see the litte guy I'm doing a drawing for. Don't forget to leave a comment so you can be entered in the drawing! If you would like to purchase one, he is $12. E-mail me at: dee.lightfulcreations@gmail.com if you would like to order one.

Lamb Purse

2010-03-30T20:28:00.000-07:00

A friend asked me to make a lamb purse after she saw the bunny purse. So I sat down and figured out how to design one. This one is already sold, but if you would like one, I can make it for $30.

Lamb Give Away

2010-03-29T17:49:00.000-07:00

I'm giving away this sweet little lamb just in time for Resurrection Sunday. What a precious little reminder of what our Saviour, Jesus Christ, has done on our behalf! If you would like to win this litte guy, just leave a comment on this post. Due to the lateness I will not be able to have him to you before Resurrection Sunday. However, you can still enjoy him as a reminder throughout the year. I will be choosing the winner on Saturday, April 3rd. While you are on my site, don't forget to check out the other creations I have posted here!

Cute Critter Bunny!

2010-03-10T17:43:00.000-08:00

Just in time for Easter!! This cute little bunny purse just hopped in! It comes from the booklet, "Cute Critter Purses to Crochet" and is designed by Cindy Harris.

This critter costs $20 and would be thrilled to brighten a little girl's Resurrection Sunday morning. At the moment I only have one in stock. Any orders over and above that can not be guaranteed to arrive before Easter. If you would like to order this critter please contact me at: dee.lightfulcreations@gmail.com.

Summer By the Sea Shell Top

2010-03-07T15:26:00.001-08:00

This is one of my favorite summer tops. Yet another Doris Chan design. This one was featured in the July/August 2009 issue of Crochet Today! It is made from cotton yarn and is therefore amazinly light and cool even in our Florida heat. The charge for this is $40. Again, please keep in mind the time it will take me to stitch this up.

Caron Lacy Jacket

2010-03-07T14:47:00.000-08:00

This is another lovely Doris Chan design. I absolutely LOVE her designs!!! This is made in a very soft yarn and is a pleasure to wear. Looks great with a pair of jeans and a t-shirt or dressed up if you so desire. The cost to crochet this for you would be $40. Please keep in mind that an item like this will take some extra time for me to make.

Baby Bumble Bee

2010-03-07T14:34:00.000-08:00

I made this little guy for my best friend for Christmas. She loves bees. The Santa hat can be removed so you will be able to display your Baby Bumble Bee all year. He is $10.

Roses and Daisies

2010-03-07T14:05:00.001-08:00

Here are some lovely roses and daisies that you could order for your mother or someone special. The bouquet consists of 3 daisies and 3 roses for $15. Does not include vase or extra foliage. Feel free to contact me if there are other flower combinations you would like. These are the ones I have made and have pictures of. I can't guarantee that I can make any kind of flower that exists, but I will do my best.

Daffodils and Irises

2010-03-07T13:21:00.000-08:00

I made these for my mom for Mother's Day one year. You could give your mother a bouquet that will never wilt or fade! The bouquet consists of 3 daffodils and 2 irises for $15. Does not include the vase or the extra foliage.

Knight and Dragons

2010-03-06T09:24:00.000-08:00

Here is a brave knight to protect you from dragons! He is posing here with his friends the baby dragons. Each of these little creations are $10.

Dee-lightful Princess

2010-03-06T09:12:00.001-08:00

This is another one of my designs. A little princess just waiting to play with a sweet little girl! She is very modest as well! See her matching petticoat? She is $10. Her dress color and other small details may vary.

Sera Lace Top

2010-03-06T08:23:00.000-08:00

This is a Doris Chan design that I made for myself. It is called the Sera Lace Top. This top would look great over a tank top with a pair of jeans or dressed up as I've done here. It has beautiful detailing on the hem of the sleeves and around the bottom. The cost for this is $40. If you are interested in this, please e-mail me with your sizing information. dee.lightfulcreations@gmail.com

Dee-lightful Frog

2010-03-06T06:58:00.000-08:00

This is a frog I designed. He costs $10 or $8 if you order 4 or more.

Moose Tree Ornament

2010-03-05T17:08:00.000-08:00

This is a little Moose Ornament which I made for my dear friend's little boy. These are $10 each or $8 if you order 4 or more.