Island Dreams Test
Finished
February 12, 2021
February 13, 2021

Island Dreams Test

Tester project info
Island Dreams by Helen Shrimpton
Crochet
DecorativeWall Hanging
One for myself and one for a friend!
10 inches around
Hooks & yarn
4.0 mm (G)
Loops & Threads Soft & Shiny Solids
Orange
Patons North America Lace Sequin
White
Notes

Something fun and different form Helen Shrimpton. You will need to use dk yarn and a size 4 mm (G) hook in order to have proper fit. Not much yarn is needed, and it’s a great way to use up scraps. This also makes a great gift. It works up fast. One evening can complete the project. So drag out all you fancy do-dads, ribbon and have a blast.
You will need to have a 10-inch hoop. I got my mandala finished and laid it in the middle of the hoop and thought it was too small. Don’t be fooled. Helen tells you that there will be a 2-inch difference. I used stitch markers to attach the piece in places to be sure of good fit. Stitching to hoop really doesn’t take as long as I thought, but I did keep forgetting to add the ch-1. It is amazing how well it fits and how pretty it looks. Pulling it out really brings out the stitches.
I added beads along the bottom. I got these at Hobby Lobby I added lots of ribbon and there you have it.
I did make a second sun-catcher in teal and a gold yarn. This was made from mystery yarn gifted to me. I can tell you the teal is the same color as Hobby Lobby’s I love this yarn called just “Teal” The gold is a very thin yarn that has a “fuzziness” to it. Dig through your stash. I’m sure you will find just the perfect yarn!

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February 12, 2021
February 13, 2021
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About this yarn
by Patons North America
Sport
68% Acrylic, 14% Polyester, 9% Wool, 9% Mohair
344 yards / 70 grams

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About this yarn
by Loops & Threads
Aran
100% Acrylic
311 yards / 170 grams

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  1. Soft
  2. Pretty bright colors
  3. Looks like Caron but not as splitty
  • Project created: February 14, 2021
  • Finished: February 16, 2021
  • Updated: March 1, 2021