I found and old woollen skirt in an op shop recently perfect for the backing for the granny square cushion I am making for a friend. There may even be enough for a second one. Op shops are such a treasure trove, you never know what is going to jump out at you and say 'I must go home with you!'
I chose the colours for my friend , thinking of the colours she likes, but ended up putting some of my brighter colours with hers. I guess that is what friendship is like, intertwining the different threads of long association. Something like a patchwork of feelings. I used the extra cream and the green to surround each square as a frame, the things that always stay the same with friends, no matter how often we see each other , or just share the latest family news in a quick phone call. This friend always makes me laugh and see the funny side of things even in the midst of 'trials and tribulations'. She is a precious friend and the ties are very strong, how lucky I am to enjoy my friend.
My sleeveless vest is at last finished, I'm not happy with the wool I used as it has rubbed just with the knitting and stretched as well, a lesson for me I guess to be more careful in choosing the wool from on line. I need to know more about the choice I make.
I love the antique button I found in one of my treaure boxes, I have two more so am wondering what to do , I might place them for a permanent brooch but I will think upon that!
Gorgeous Mum but what a shame about the wool I had such high hopes for it. Can't wait to see a photo of it on! Love Kate xxooxxooxx.
ReplyDeleteLovely Granny Squares! I totally agree about op shop treasures!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous granny squares and how lovely to describe your friendship that way.
ReplyDeletegorgeous grannies!!
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