Making Progress

Last week I showed you some crochet flowers (called African flowers, I know now). I want to make another pillow cover and I'm making good progress. This is what I have now: 




I wrote a 
tutorial
on how to crochet the flowers. 
You can find it here.

~*~

In anticipation of our trip to Menorca, I painted this:


Fences like this can be found anywhere on the island. They're made of split branches of pine-trees.

Comments

  1. Mrs MarApril 18, 2012 at 7:29 AM

    I am going to try your flowers. I have just started corcaiting, Am still working on my first hat.

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    1. LizApril 18, 2012 at 11:02 AM

      Hi Mrs Mar,
      The flowers are not very difficult to make, so it's a nice project for a beginner. Good luck and show me the result when you're finished! Thanks for visiting. Liz

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  2. Sara Arts - handmadeApril 18, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    Hi Liz,

    I love African Flowers too!!!! I find right now your blog, I love your creations!!!!

    Happy Crafting!!!

    Sara

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    1. LizApril 18, 2012 at 11:03 AM

      Thanks, Sara! Happy crafting yourself! Liz

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  3. WinnieApril 18, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    These flowers are soooooooooo beautiful!
    I love it. Not difficult at all but they looks fabulous

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  4. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪April 18, 2012 at 1:13 PM

    I crochet too, but now, the computer is too interesting. you have done a great job, and thanks for the tutorial.

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  5. Pam~ Virginia RetroApril 18, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    Oh, your flowers are sweet! I haven't crotcheted in so long, I might try them!

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  6. genieApril 18, 2012 at 7:34 PM

    Your painting is beautiful and the crocheted flowers so sweet. Oh, to be able to paint like that. I would be so happy. genie

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  7. Eunice AlvesApril 20, 2012 at 2:28 AM

    Oi Liz!
    simplesmente lindo, parabéns.
    bjos.

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  8. BethApril 21, 2012 at 2:59 AM

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  9. TeenaApril 21, 2012 at 3:12 AM

    looking good, I like your choice of colours <3

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    1. LizApril 21, 2012 at 7:44 AM

      Thanks, Teena. At first I hesitated about the grey, but I think it makes the colors of the flowers more lively. Liz

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  10. LVApril 21, 2012 at 4:09 AM

    what a talented lady you are. You do everything that I truly enjoy and love - crochet and paintings. Love that fence one. It would take a lot more than tutoring for me to learn crochet at this stage of my life. I will just enjoy seeing yours.

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    1. LizApril 21, 2012 at 7:44 AM

      Thank you, LV! That's such a sweet comment! Liz

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  11. LizApril 21, 2012 at 7:46 AM

    Thank you, Kathleen! Liz

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  12. HeatherApril 21, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    Beautiful crochet flowers! I need to learn how to crochet, and check out your tutorial :0) Thanks for sharing! Happy Pink Saturday!! Hugs!

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    1. LizApril 22, 2012 at 8:48 AM

      Thanks, Heather! Crochet is not that difficult. You can find instructions all over the internet. Good luck! HPS! Liz

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  13. Tami @ Creative girl VintageApril 21, 2012 at 9:15 PM

    These are the most beautiful crochet flowers..thanks for the tutorial too!!
    Happy Pink Saturday! xo Tami

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  14. Chubskulit RoseApril 22, 2012 at 4:05 AM

    Love your pink this week. So pretty!

    My PINK..., have a great weekend!

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  15. MarilynApril 23, 2012 at 8:44 PM

    Such a cute idea.. Absolutely LOVE these.. Would LOVE if you could please link up to my Mother's day gifts, idea's and fun tips linky if you have a moment please :)) Thanks SO much.. Wishing you a lovely start to your week.. xoxox.. M, http://www.theartsygirlconnection.com/2012/04/celebrating-motherhood-gifts-tips-fun.html

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    1. LizApril 23, 2012 at 9:54 PM

      Thank you, Marilyn! That's such a sweet comment! Gonna link up to your link party right now! X, Liz

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  16. The TablescaperApril 26, 2012 at 3:44 AM

    Great to have you be a part of Seasonal Sundays. Be sure to check out my most recent post for info on my GIVEAWAY.

    - The Tablescaper

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  17. SavoringTime in the KitchenApril 26, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    I'm visiting from The Tablescaper. Beautiful flowers you've made! I love to crochet too and would love a tutorial on how you put the flowers together for the pillow!

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    1. LizApril 26, 2012 at 8:27 PM

      Putting the flowers together is very easy! Crochet 1tc per loop along the whole flower (the grey part in my flowers). Between the petals ch1.
      The edges are more flat now, more like hexagons. You connect the hexagons with 1 dc through both loops on either side of the hexagon (the black part).

      Thanks for visiting! Liz

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  18. Little City FarmApril 27, 2012 at 4:25 AM

    These are so pretty and would make the most awesome afghan. Thanks for the tutorial and for sharing at our party this week.

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    1. LizApril 29, 2012 at 10:31 AM

      Thank you! An afghan would be lovely, but I don't have the patience for it :-). Liz

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  19. Megan/Brassy AppleApril 29, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    Your project was one of the top 2 most clicked on projects from my blog this week! congrats!
    http://brassyapple.blogspot.com/2012/04/top-link-ups-winner.html

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    1. LizApril 30, 2012 at 8:24 AM

      Wow, thanks, Megan! I feel very flattered! I want to use your 'featured button', but don't see any?

      Thanks again! Liz

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  20. AnonymousMay 2, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    splitting the Arpanet was so beautiful I just started knitting a baby, but not as beautiful as yours :) I thank you very much for sharing .. the hands of health ..
    I visited my friend liked it very much I saw through a block bi studies all have very beautiful ..
    I got followed by audience
    I wait for my blog ..
    :) I do not want to miss a friend like you who weave warping
    Best regards ..

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  21. UnknownMay 8, 2012 at 2:31 AM

    These are beautiful!

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