Crochet Pressies

Last night I started on a crochet gift for my Mum for Christmas, I'm mega new to crochet and I'm following beginner patterns that i've found on the internet and in books I have.
Anyways I started this gift thinking it would take months!!! and it looks like if I carry on like I did last night it may be finished today! so as soon as it is I'll show it to you.
Cannot believe how simple it is, its a ribbon thread shawl I'm making
I've also nearly finished my fingerless gloves which will be great for craft fairs when its a bit chilly
***will upload with photos very soon***

Good for you Deanne.... I taught myself to crotchet and tatt some years ago although I haven't done any in years. Loved to crotchet but I found that apart from making hats, I didn't use it for anything else. With tatting, I love that and often make a cross for a christening or confirmation. I did try to make a lace edge for a handkerchief but couldn't work out how to turn the corner, so it just go left LOL

Looking forward to seeing your creations.

Well Done Deanne..xx

Can't wait to see some pics. I keep meaning to crochet some flowers.... it's just remembering!!

I am trying crochet but cannot get the hang of holding the yarn as you should it feels awkward and uncomfortable. I have tried before but cannot seem to get the hang of it.
you must post pics of what you have done so we can see your handywork

i'm getting there paula, it took me ages to figure out how to hold the yarn! i am getting quicker - slowly - if you know what i mean lol
i've made myself some fingerless gloves for craft fairs and my allotment and some flowers, the shawl i was making for mum just didnt look right, but thats on my list for this year to finish crochet projects!

I am trying to get back round to doing some crochet, maybe I will this year. I used to crochet everything, jumpers for the boys and myself, lace doilies, collars, trouser suit, shawls, toys, slippers...........

I could never get the hang of it. Maybe I should try again!

I'm getting the hang of dishcloths and face scrubbies at the moment, starting small again lol

I would really like to give crocheting a go but I know i just don't have the time, maybe another time, look forward to seeing some of your creations though.