Monday 21 March 2016

Spring Has Sprung

Hello! it's seems ages since I did a blog post and I'm really missing you guys I'm hoping to visit you and catch up with all your news just as soon I can.

It's been pretty manic here in the Crafty Corner because I received an email from one of the charities I support asking me if  I would make something for five year old twin girls so as usual when I get a request like this everything else stops so that I can concentrate on making something as quickly as I can.

Because Spring has supposedly sprung I decided to make two little Spring sweaters....

one in pink

and one in green


I really enjoyed making these little tops but then I think that making little girl things is always pleasurable.

Along with the tops I have made these little hats to go with them...


one in pink 
and one in green


with a simple spring flower to finish them off and then of course a little button to finish the flower off, you could go on and on couldn't you. :)


Along with the sweaters and hats I thought a scarf would be a good idea for our chilly Spring days...



I hope they have fun mixing and matching :)



As always when you make something for a specific age group you worry that the things you have made won't fit, I'm hoping that they do but if they don't then they will be given to other children in need.

Stats
Sweaters
I used Hayfield bonus yarn in shades cupid and petrol
Each sweater took 220 grams

Hats
I used the same yarn and each hat took 40 grams
The cute and simple spring flower was made using this pattern.



I used this leaflet for the sweater and hat pattern which I found very easy to follow although as always I had some size issues with the tension because I used different yarn to that which is recommended.

Information for the scarves coming soon.

I hope you are all having a great week!

20 comments:

  1. Absolutely fantastic. How fun. I hope they do fit and the girls are able to mix and match. Have a blessed week.

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  2. Aw, these are so cute and I'm sure they will look adorable on the girls! Thanks for sharing at Snickerdoodle Sunday! Pinned :)

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  3. Those sets are adorable, Linda, and I'm sure they will delight their new owners. The finishing touches to the hats are really cute!

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  4. Gorgeous!! ♥ I love pink & green together and these sets are fantastic. So pretty patterns, and did I mention the colors? ... :o) Really great job, Linda, I'm sure the girls will be super happy :-). Hugs, Nata xxx

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  5. You are such a kind hearted lady Linda, the jumpers & accessories are adorable xx

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  6. Can't wait for the info about the scarves. They are very pretty. I'm glad you chose different colours for the twins. My sister and I used to hate being dressed the same.

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  7. How wonderful of you to do this. I am sure that the new owners will love wearing them and keeping warm and cosy! xx

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  8. You might be the loveliest person alive Linda, bless your heart these girls are going to be thrilled.
    Meredith

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  9. Hi Linda, these are such lovely little makes. I think any little girl will love them. You did a great job. I hope all is well with you, have a good week.

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  10. Hello and Wow Linda your sets you made are gorgeous!
    Thanks for sharing this at Cooking and Crafting with J&J!
    Enjoy the week.
    Hugs Julie

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  11. Beautiful work, Linda! I love both colors and the hats and scarves are so gorgeous! Congrats!
    Have a nice week and a Happy Easter!
    Hugs and love from Portugal,
    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  12. These are great looking tops and accessories Linda! I love the mix & matchiness about them. I would think twins would love to share the pieces back and forth. You've done an amazing job with these. Glad to hear you're well and just busy :) Have a wonderful week!
    Wendy

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  13. Lovely sweaters, Linda!! :) The colors and the hat and scarves make beautiful sets ! Great job !!

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  14. They are so pretty and am sure will be worn with love

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  15. Aww Linda.. the sweaters are too good, the girls would love wearing them. Such a great idea to mix and match.

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  16. You are so wonderful and giving. These outfits are delightful.

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  17. Lovely crochet makes! They should have fun with all the mixing and matching too.

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  18. These look so great! :)

    Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

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  19. Thank you for sharing in my link up last week.
    A New party is now open.

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