My Crochet Today

Today I finished up three sets of hanging kitchen towels,and will probably get a fourth one finished later on tonight. After I'm done with this new lot of towels, i may get back to making more of the slippers. I have mine on now and LOVE them. So comfy & warm. Trying to get as much done as i can to help pay for hubby's medications since he's been out of the hospital. Seems like everything happens at once. So anyway, here's the towels I've finished. They are available in my shop only $9.00/set with Free U.S.shipping. http://www.debs1967.etsy.com
Debbie Crochets

How To Make T Yarn From Old T Shirts

How To Make T Yarn From Old T Shirts

Let's face it, yarn is getting expensive. I wanted to find a way to save money and I even managed to accomplish some recycling.I have made some great items like totes and rugs from old cotton t shirts that i purchased from my local thrift store.(sales proceeds go to area food banks-another plus) Here I will explain how you can make T Yarn . Be warned, i got a nasty blister on my thumb when i first started this. You need a good sharp pair of scissors!

Contents at a Glance

1. How to make t yarn
2. The cutting
3. Something Old into Something New
4. Hexagon Rag Rug crocheted from T shirt

How to make t yarn

The best t shirts i find to use are cotton ones with no side seams and no transfers. You start by cutting the t shirt in half just below the arms.Now starting at the cut part of the bottom half of the t shirt, start cutting. I use my thumb nail as a width guide as i cut. Work in a spiral until you get to the hem at the end of the shirt. End cut, leave the seam aside.
Now if you don't have a blister from all that cutting, take the end of your cut strip you just made and pull it a little with both hands to stretch it out. working your way to the end. You will see it curl up on itself ( your t yarn is born) Repeat this process a billion times more (give or take) for your desired project.

The cutting

Making the "yarn"

Something Old into Something New

Rag rug close up made with t shirts

This is a close up of one of the rugs i made with t shirt yarn. I found that a size N hook worked the best. I also work over the ends instead of sewing together and it comes out fine. I use single crochet stitches. After i finish my rug i take it out on my deck and hose it off. This helps get rid of any loose fibers and shapes it nicely. I then hang it over my railing to dry.

Hexagon Rag Rug crocheted from T shirts

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New Item Womens Slippers / Booties

I liked these slippers so much, I also made a pair for myself the same night!
I crocheted these using two strands of worsted weight yarn in pale rose and an off white. The cuff can be worn up or folded down. So warm and toasty.I put mine on last night and was very happy with how quickly they warmed my feet and the way they felt. These are for a large size. I'm a size 9-10 and they fit me perfectly. You can even wear them with socks as the slipper does give a little.
Easy care. Machine wash and dry

Slippers

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New Item

Digging through some older crochet patterns, this is one of my favorite ones to make. This cute dress pot holder measures approx 8" tall by 9" wide at the bottom of the dress.The top has a plastic ring that i crocheted over.

Dress Pot Holder

New Item

I finished up a new rag rug today. This one's different from my others as i made the colors more solid instead of staggered like my other rugs. This one measures about 48 inches across. I crocheted it from strips of t shirts.
Now available in Debbie Crochets on Etsy with Free US Shipping http://www.etsy.com/listing/89545050/round-multi-color-rag-rug-48-inches

Happy New Year

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I Found A Great Crochet Pattern Shop On Etsy

As a crocheter, i find myself always looking for something new to work on. I rarely make toys, but when i came across Erin's Toy Store on Etsy, I couldn't wait to get started on one of her patterns. Erin has so many cute toy patterns to choose from. I figured i could get a jump start on birthday & Christmas gifts for next year. I started out with the Stewie and Bryan Griffin Crochet Patterns. I finished Bryan in two days The pattern was easy to follow and i am very pleased with the results. I got these for only fifty cents (one of her specials) There's many other characters to choose from with very affordable prices. I give Erin's Toy Store an A plus!

One thing i would recommend is to follow the pattern for the pupil the way it's written. I tried it my own way, and it came out a bit bigger. Still cute, but i should have followed the exact directions.
So anyway, here's how my Bryan turned out:

New Item

I started making towel holders. So far i have two white and one red available. I crocheted them using cotton yarn and added a button. They would work great used in the kitchen,bathroom, or even in your closet to keep scarfs and ties organized. 

Merry Christmas

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Sometimes you get some strange requests

I just finished up a custom order for a customer. One of the strangest, but funniest things i've crocheted. Sometimes you don't know what will inspire your next crochet project.

I admit, i have a slightly warped sense of humor, but what the heck...

So here it is....
http://www.etsy.com/listing/88896665/dog-squeak-toy-bloody-tampon

New Item

Here's something different.. I started making rose hair clips.Here's the first pair I've made.
I am trying to work on smaller projects for now since i've been going back and forth to the hospital w/hubby since Nov. Still have to try to pay some bills. I can't even get in the mood for the holidays. I will post when i can.
Thanks for looking
Deb

Debbie Crochets

My Crochet Today New Rag Rug Design

Here's a rug i made differently from the others. I only used black and whites. It's made from recycled t shirts that i cut into strips then crocheted it together to make this rug.
Available in my Etsy shop Debbie Crochets 

Hope Your Thanksgiving Was Great

I haven't posted in a while.Been dealing with a family emergency , the holidays, everything at once.

I have added some new things to my Etsy shop which is now called Debbie Crochets
 Feel free to check it out and take advantage of the Free U.S. shipping  Happy Holidays to all!

http://www.etsy.com/shop/DebbieCrochets?ref=si_shop

Beautiful Rainbow

I wanted to share these pictures I took of the beautiful rainbow we had here at 5:00 today. There's even some shots that it was double.

 

My Crochet Today

I've been crocheting like crazy this week. I will be going to my nephews wedding in NY, so i won't be able to get any crocheting done for a week! I guess i will be "off the hook"
I added so much, that's it's easier for you to just check out my shop, which is now called Debbie Crochets http://www.debs1967.etsy.com
Lots of affordable goodies that would make great holiday gifts. Just remember, i won't be shipping out orders until after the 16th when i return. Order in time to receive by the holidays.

My Crochet Today

Using my pattern for the turtle thread appliques, I just changed the hook size to a G or H (i can't remember) and used cotton yarn and came up with these cute wash cloths