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Starting in the round…which is your favourite way?
Recently, I did a project that requires me to work on crochet animals or amigurumi (編ぐるみin Japanese) with given instructions. The author is an American who used chain to start the round. The result of this method of starting round will give a hole in the middle of the round which will need to close [...]
1 2 1 2 ….
When crochet instructions are given in written form that is in English, it posed a problem for people who do not understand the language and who are used to symbolic instruction. This is when the number rhythm is created What do I mean? It is to be translated to the simplest form of universal [...]
‘Bound Edge Coaster’… Finally!
The coaster is finally done after fine tuning and testing! I have decided to name it ‘Bound Edge Coaster’. As the name suggests, the coaster has two bound edges that led to its unusual look. The beauty of this coaster is shed in the way that it has broken away slightly from the conventional step [...]
“What a baby needs is a pair of…. socks ;)”
Being in this line, it is common to see customers making baby booties as gift to friends’ new born or to welcome one’s own baby. But….. wait a minute, shouldn’t what a baby really need is a pair of socks (for the fact that walking is not required of a baby)? There are many crochet [...]
The Humble Coaster
Hi Jotter, been very slow in posting. This is because I’m not used to the idea of blogging every aspect of life . In the past weeks, I’ve been working and experimenting on 2 projects. First is the humble coasters…. You see, a friend gave me a set of glass coasters and they are very [...]
Hanging Face Chime ;)
This little project is created for a group of intellectually challenged students couple of years back. All of us had a great time! Fairly easy, you can make one too! Materials you need: 1 mini wooden flower pot 1 meter long yarn (bulky weight) waste yarn for hair (collected from knitting or crocheting projects) [...]
Beaded Friendship Band ~ A Macrame Art
I was looking through my old files and pictures and re-discovered the beaded friendship bands workshops that have been carried out years back. It was fun as I watched kids enjoyed making it as much as adults did. I guess human beings just loved to make things with their hands. It was also interesting to [...]
Yarn Holder from the Kitchen ^^
If you have a bulky cone of yarn and often find it cumbersome to work on, here is one solution on how we can make use of something found in the kitchen….. Yup, it’s a paper towel holder effortlessly transformed into a yarn holder!! The holder keeps the yarn in the same position and works [...]
Received a present :) ~^
Received a present from PIPPI Rabbit and I love it very much. Visit the website if you like what you see here… lovely bags and wristlet pouches! share:Print for laterBookmark in BrowserTell a friend Tweet45ae2da05353ffc19b80e43c15b8f602 reddit_url = “http://leapingyarns.com.sg/jotter/2011/07/05/received-a-present/”; reddit_title = “Received a present 
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So what type of yarn to use?
A phone call reminded me that to post this topic. The following are some basic information to help you choose the type of yarn commonly available for your projects: Cotton yarn – comfortable on skin, suitable for tropical climate like ours. Breathes well and absorbs sweat. Can be heavy depending on the weight of yarn. [...]
Circular or Single Point Needles?
Circular or Single Point Needles? This is a common question asked by starters. In the past, there are no options given to consumers as there is only Single Point knitting needles available in the market so, there can only be Single Point. Since the introduction of Circular knitting needles, there appears a new-age question of [...]
Make the yarn feel relax…
When rewinding a ball of yarn, try to make the yarn feel relax. When the ball of yarn is tense, you may run into the problem of getting an inaccurate gauge. This is because the yarn that has been stretched will try to get back to its original state when being released from its tense [...]
Earflap Hat complete with Braids
This is the hat that I made with braids added on for a decorative edge. The braids or the cords as mentioned in my earlier post are easily produced with the Embellish Knit tool. With the employment of Chinese knots, the braids are immediately transformed into an ornament to complete the hat. share:Print for laterBookmark [...]
A gathering of Flowers ~ Hand Knit Pad
Extending the use of the Hand Knitted Flower from the previous post, I have developed this seat pad which can be used on the floor, sofa, chair, stool or wherever it fits. A gathering of flowers, that is, imagining bringing the scented flowers together and sitting on it! A soft and huggly yarn has been [...]
A recap on Hand Knit Flower
This hand knit flower has brought me many friends since it was introduced in 2006. I am glad that it is being remembered by people till now. Responding to requests, I have put up the instruction here. Hope it will bring you many friends as well Hand knit Flower – make 1 as an accessory, [...]
