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Friday, December 9, 2011

Fabulous Finds Friday!

Being that it's now the holiday season, I thought I'd start posting up some awesome stuff I've been seeing on that thar new fangled World Wide Web (yes, an Alton Brown quote). This will be a weekly thing to share with all in case they haven't seen it already (^_^) Let's begin!

For those that are totally into cowls, and possibly make their own, here is a rustic cowl pattern by Faima Othman. She's designed a slew of patterns for the everyday crafty fashionista that takes the time to make the look rather than spend the money. She has great deals on all of her designs so go check out her Etsy store!

Also from Etsy:



Jay C. of Contradictions Jewelry has simple hand-crafted jewelry that look like they belong in a store in Soho! This feathered chain maille like piece was what caught my eye. People are still wearing long chains with a major focal point at the very end and this piece can work for anyone! Her prices are great and shipping is affordable. She also has other accessories like earrings, cuffs and extensions that she all makes herself so go check her out and show some support for a local crafter

I am a yarn fiend, a fiend with the need for free patterns so I know I'm not alone. Bernat sent an email out about their new collection "Mosaic" and send this as well:



I flipped through this and had to get the patterns. The pattern on the cover is for their Crazy Eights Shawl but there are other patterns like the Bobble Beret and the Basic Cap that are easy patterns to follow for anyone to use.

Practically every woman is in search of that perfect bag. Personally, I don't think there is one and if we do find one, it'll get work down or something wrong will happen to it to cause you to look for another one. It's a vicious cycle but we can try to help that by making one of these:



Francine Toukou has these seriously fabulous boutique-style patterns that really should be in a store in Soho. The Oversized Tote was too good to resist so I purchased the pattern through Ravelry and it's on my bucket list of things to make for myself in the future. She also has these adorable Slipper Bundles in her Ready-to-Wear collection just in time for the holidays. I might cave in and buy a pair for myself for Christmas!

Stay warm, my friends, because staying thirsty could mean that something's wrong :o

Happy crafting!