...with a speedy spankin' new computer, I can at last show you more of the pillowcase photos I took at the time of my last post. I recently received an email asking me how I affixed the scalloped trim onto the pillowcase which I haven't been able to reply to because I haven't been able to find it again! Hopefully, I'll find it along with many others when I finish transferring all my files from the old computer to the new one, but, in the meantime, I thought I'd include a closeup of the crochet-trimmed pillowcase in my mosaic to help answer the question. As you can see, I hemmed the pillowcase edge, blanket stitched along the entire edge with my yarn, picked up the stitches from the blanket stitching with my hook to start my first row of crochet and then continued with my scallop trim pattern... sweet and simple!
While this latest bout of computer malaise took a toll on my time and patience, I did manage to start a new project which I can't wait to show you -- 'Just to warn you, gnomes are involved! I'll be back soon with some photos...
While this latest bout of computer malaise took a toll on my time and patience, I did manage to start a new project which I can't wait to show you -- 'Just to warn you, gnomes are involved! I'll be back soon with some photos...
Mmmmmm.
Lovely eye candy!!!
Posted by: Andi | June 06, 2009 at 09:51 PM
Can't wait to see what you are doing with gnomes!
Posted by: Brenda | June 06, 2009 at 10:27 PM
Ooooh, is that a Heather Bailey fabric I spy?! Lovely lovely - with that hot pink it looks amazing!
Kim xx
Posted by: Kim McBirnie | June 07, 2009 at 01:42 AM
The colours are fabulous - they really work well! Looks so coooosy...
Posted by: Kristina | June 07, 2009 at 01:59 AM
Oh my gosh this is so beautiful... I definetly need to try and learn this!!!! Easy you said.. woooahha...when you know..:o)))
Have a great day-...
Posted by: Stina | June 07, 2009 at 02:45 AM
That is absolutely stunning! I really want to try that, but I am sure it wont turn out anywhere near as beautiful as yours. Can I ask what yarn you use?
Posted by: Stacey | June 07, 2009 at 03:54 AM
Beautiful, I love your colors! The grey fabric is so beautiful!!!
Glad you are back on line!!!
Hugs,
Margaret B
Posted by: Margaret Bouwmeester | June 07, 2009 at 04:27 AM
oh those are seriously pretty!
(and I might have made a huge mistake by showing your blog to my soon-to-be 6-yr old daughter, who now wants her own room, and heart pillows, and everything just like "you know mom, like on the internet" ... )
Posted by: A-L | June 07, 2009 at 06:16 AM
i absolutely love your blog and have been impatiently waiting for your next post! i was so excited to see you had posted again! your blog and colours inspire me so much, and thank you for sharing your flower squares pattern, i made a smaller 3x3 with a 3x3 crochet back and it has pride of place on my bed. your handiwork is amazing :)
Posted by: jennifer | June 07, 2009 at 06:17 AM
So glad to here things are better! It must have been in the air! My computer was throwing fits, as well! Love all you make! Blessings.
Posted by: amy faldet | June 07, 2009 at 06:22 AM
Your crochet scalloped edge is beautiful - it's a perfect finish!
Posted by: Tickled Paisley | June 07, 2009 at 06:30 AM
My gosh. Those blanket stitches are *perfect*. I don't even know how that happens!
Posted by: mia | June 07, 2009 at 08:52 AM
ohhh. inspirational. double ohhhhh. How you make those holes in the fabric? just with your crochet hook?? beautiful with the hot pink!
Posted by: pixie | June 08, 2009 at 02:50 AM
Oh these are lovely!
Posted by: Bettes Bags | June 08, 2009 at 07:52 AM
Great hot pink trim!
Posted by: Heather Bailey | June 08, 2009 at 11:12 AM
Oh.My.Gosh! I LOVE, LOVE that pillow case. The crochet is just perfect!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | June 08, 2009 at 05:09 PM
Glad you are back with a strong computer to allow you to post more photos, share more tips.
The crochet edging tip is just as you promised ... easy to pick up. (slight pun there.)
xo
Posted by: frances | June 08, 2009 at 06:59 PM
I just found your beautiful blog!
Love all your works!
Posted by: Federica | June 09, 2009 at 05:25 AM
i love the fuscia edging its beautiful. thanks for the pattern for the flower square i have had a go as i havent done anything like this before and its come out really well. will try more bolder colours next time....yours are beautiful
Posted by: elsy | June 09, 2009 at 11:47 AM
Love all of your crochet work! So beautiful!!! I'll be adding you to my favorite blog links! :)
Posted by: pattie | June 09, 2009 at 06:29 PM
More beauty! I do LOVE the colours you put together, and the crochet edging is stunning!
So glad you've got your computer sorted.
Love Vanessa xxx (do you mind if i knit)
Posted by: Vanessa Cabban | June 10, 2009 at 02:46 AM
Oh my goodness, this is so, so pretty!!
Posted by: beki | June 10, 2009 at 06:24 AM
Beata, Love your crocheted pillowcase edgings. Please, please, at little hint regarding your choice of thread/yarn and stitch selections. It's been years since I've crocheted but the bug has bitten and I'm just tryin' to itch it.
I truly would appreciate any suggestions.
Gerry
Posted by: Gerry Hook | June 10, 2009 at 10:21 AM
How pretty! I think your idea about making the crocheted edge is so clever. Gorgeous fabrics too - love them all.
Margaret and Noreen
Posted by: the homely year | June 11, 2009 at 09:33 AM
Your pillow cases looks amazing! I love the detailed word and the colors, makes my heart sing!
Posted by: Tea Rose | June 12, 2009 at 08:04 AM
Gnomes! I can't wait to see more of your beautiful creations.
Posted by: Anita | June 12, 2009 at 08:38 PM
Just beautiful. I love the colours
Posted by: Jenny | June 23, 2009 at 02:48 AM
Loving those! ~Page
Posted by: Page | June 23, 2009 at 10:24 PM
This has been one of my life goals...to crochet the edges of my pillow cases. I have hundreds of pillow case embroidery patterns, I've been collecting for 15 years now and I've always wanted to learn how to crochet them as well. I've looked in books, etc. Do you know of a reference where I could teach myself your trick?
Posted by: Michal | June 26, 2009 at 02:15 PM
J'adore ton travail.
C'est mingnon et adorable.
Posted by: LP | July 29, 2009 at 12:33 PM