Thursday, March 28, 2013

Happy Easter

Thought it was time I popped in to let you know that I haven't dropped off the planet - also to take the opportunity to wish you all a safe and happy Easter.


I've been working on my baby blankets (yes, I too have multiple things on the go at the same time) but don't seem to be making very much progress. Perhaps I really ought to just stick to one thing at a time. To break the monotony, I dabble with quick things in between and have just finished a crochet dog coat for an animal rescue who have especially requested small coats.


Its very hard to photograph a dog coat without a dog inside it but our little Tasha is sound asleep and I don't like to disturb her for a modelling assignment. Besides, she needs a bath !! This was a very easy pattern from Bernatcares.com. I had some Red Heart Soft in my stash and used that with a 5.00mm hook. Because they're so quick to make, I might try another in our Australian 8ply and make the next size up. I think the one I made will fit a Chihuahua or a small Jack Russell.

Before I finish, have a look at this gorgeous hyacinth plant I've been enjoying this week. Love the fragrance.


I'm hopeless when it comes to gardening so I'm not sure how long I can expect the flowers to last and what I need to do when they die. I was told that because they're bulbs, I should get more flowers next year. I'm hoping one of you lovely people can give me a bit of advice on how to look after my little plant.

Hope the Easter Bunny brings you lots of lovely eggs.
xoxox

4 comments:

  1. Adorable little coat. I'll have to check that pattern out for Sparky -- he hates wearing clothing of any kind you know -- so it's torture when I make something for him. ;-)

    I just plant our hyacinth bulbs out in the garden and they divide and come up every spring. So beautiful!

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  2. So true about photographing dog coats! I love the colors on your latest doggie creation. Happy Easter to you, too.

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  3. LOVE your dog coat! I should make one for Buddy. As for the hyacinth, when it's done, plant it outside and hope that it comes back next year. Happy Easter!
    ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  4. Lovely dog coat Dorothy. I just remembered that I need to make a copy of the easy sewn dog coat for you. I offered to do that ages ago ...
    Love the hyacinth!

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