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Hello, my name is Dionne and I have been crafting for a very long time. As a very young child my mother tried to teach me to knit, it was a disaster. However, it must have sparked an interest in making things and, partly to prove that I was not totally useless and partly because I really wanted to make things, I taught myself to crochet. Over the years I have developed a love of cross stitch and all types of paper craft ..... I eventually even taught myself to knit.


I am married to a very understanding man, thank goodness, because I spend all my time either crafting, thinking about crafting or talking about crafting. I am hopeless at housework and dinner is often late!


Thank you for visiting my blog.


Dionne

Friday, 27 September 2019

Knitted Jacket

I know, I know, you have seen this design many times before.  It is the only Aran pattern I can knit.  This pattern does not require a third needle, which is where I come undone, try as I might, I cannot hold on to that small third needle.  But it looks good, doesn't it?


This pattern is one of my eBay purchases and there is no name on the pattern only the reference to 'Knitting Pattern 398'.


I have tried to take a few close-up photographs so you can see the stitches a little better.  That little twisty cable one is my favourite.


I hope you have a great day.


Dionne

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6 comments:

  1. crafty-stamper29 September 2019 at 12:41

    A beautiful cardigan Dionne and I love cable pattern used that a lot when mine were little-have you tried just leaving the third needle at the back/front of work rather than trying to hold onto it?Just seen the candle pic on your side posts and been to have a look -it's absolutely brilliant and love the beautiful butterfly
    Carol x

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    1. Dee's Craft Room29 September 2019 at 20:37

      Thank you. I also love cable knits and have quite a few patterns. I have tried leaving the third needle at the back of the work but the needle usually drops to the floor - perhaps my stitches are a bit loose. Mind you, it has been a while since I last tried, perhaps I should try again. I do hate being defeated!

      I love putting images onto candles and it really is easy to do. The colour fades a little once there is a layer of wax over it, so you have to remember to use stronger colours. Also, I have to remind whoever I gift them to, to remove the lace or ribbon before burning the candle but there is no problem with burning the tissue paper.

      Have a good week.

      Dionne x

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    2. crafty-stamper29 September 2019 at 22:23

      I have decorated candles before but used simple images but your butterfly is absolutely gorgeous-might have another try
      Carol x

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    3. Dee's Craft Room30 September 2019 at 02:12

      Apologies, I should have known. At first I was worried that my Promarkers might run but, if I keep my touch light, it was fine. Good luck.

      Dionne xx

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  2. Mrs Beez6 October 2019 at 14:10

    Such a beautiful pattern, perfectly done, of course, and so perfect in blue. Looks super cosy too.x

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    1. Dee's Craft Room6 October 2019 at 19:55

      Thank you. It is a very chunky design and, if it were in a big person size, I think we would wear it as an outdoor jacket.

      I have now done this pattern in cream, lemon and pink but I think the blue may be my favourite.

      Dionne xxx

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