scarfs necklets 2010

KNITTED CROCHET NECKLETS and COWLS

Hmm, winter is here again and thought turn to warm and fuzzy things.

Finger Knitting ~ Animal Farm Necklet Scarves

Been meaning to try finger knitting to see if I would take to it. So this season has proven to be an ideal time to start. By doing these necklet scarves, I have re-remembered how vital the neck area is. It is amazing how much warmer one can feel by having something comfy and warm around this one small area of your body. Necklets really warm you up and now you can look good, cute, and funky as well. These necklets are pretty much free size. Suitable for children and adults. You just loop the teddy/piggy/animal end through the loop provided at the other end and bob's your uncle!

How to Use

Just in case some pics do not include how this is worn - here is a quick pic. It is very simple: just loop around neck. Put head of fluffy animal through loop and that's it!

Mr Teddy Winter Necklet Scarf (CC0067A)

This little teddy necklet is done using fingers alone. Made from malabrigo - Kettle Dyed Pure Merino Wool from Uruguay (col Roannoke 50). Eyes are from black howlite stones. I made Pete model this for me!

Piggy Pinky Toasty Necklet (CC0067B)

Here are some other variations. The pinky one looks more like piggy. Extremely comfy and toasty warm. Piggy's eyes are from colored sea shells. Yes, a blue-eyed piggy!

Scruffy Toasty Necklet (CC0067C)

Now this I have called "Scruffy" because that is exactly our dog Scruffy used to look like. An unbelievable mess but truly lovable. A bit of an optical illusion as well coz it takes a while to figure out his face. But you just gotta when you finally "see" him!!! Made from extra soft yarn. Cozy and comfy. Like getting cuddles from your pet all the time!

You need to look at Mr Teddy to help you figure out Scruffy's face! Scruffy has howlite eyes and sea shell nose.

4 Eyes Cutie Pie Toasty Necklet (CC67D)

When Cutie Pie was born, this is what he looked like. But his mom decided his eyes were squinty and that he probably needed glasses. Actually between you and me, I think she just wanted to put goggles on him! You can see proof of that in the picture - she already had the google frames all ready! But I am sure that in the near future, there will be another Cutie Pie - but without the glasses!

I added a late picture showing how 4Eyes Cutie Pie looks like when worn. However, lacking a real model, I had to use the back of my teddy (who is called Rambo and is not for sale) to demonstrate. Rambo's neck is about the same size as mine so this is not a bad sizing illustration.

4Eyes Cutie Pie is very soft. He is made from Craftland Fluff yarn (100% nylon) and very toasty. He fits Small to Medium and is also suitable for a child.

4Eeys Cutie Pie has a non-identical twin called Happi. (Well, they were born within an hour of each other so they must be twins). A very different looking fluff ball and I personally think that the mom has been a bit foot loose and fancy free to be producing such strange looking dudes.

Happi - Toasty Necklet (CC67E)

Happi is the non-identical twin of 4Eyes Cutie Pie. Before he was fully born, I was sure Happi was going to be called Droopy because I had a preview of his ears. However when he came "out" he looked so much like a Happy that I had to name him Happi. Happy has a lot of expression and can be very coy so I would keep my eye on him if I were you.

Happi also suits Small-Medium sizing. Very Very soft, Very Very coy (bit like a princess) and very toasty warm.

I added a late picture showing how Happi looks like when worn. However, lacking a real model, I had to use the back of my teddy (who is called Rambo and is not for sale) to demonstrate. Rambo's neck is about the same size as mine so this is not a bad sizing illustration.

Crochet Floral Necklets

I love these crochet floral necklets. My first trial batch. I have used the luxuriously cozy Cascade 220 (100% Peruvian Highland wool) for most of these. And I do love my crochet!

Romantic floral necklet scarves that will pep up any garment you put on. Warms and feminizes you. They are light, easy to carry around, and provide as much warmth as a long heavy scarf. Each one has a button and loop that you use to fasten up. Hidden when done. Pretty much free size but I will give some sizing so you can be extra sure. I will provide the max circumference but will fit smaller. The range of fit for these is quite large and will remain comfortable.

At the moment I seem to be very called to do Retro colors ~ as you can see. The focal flower can be worn in the center, side, or further along - versatile in appearances.

How to use these Necklets

As I make more and get more familiar with this necklet design, not only do they improve (I hope) ... but I am discovering there are many ways of using them. I am sure there are many more that will arise as you use them. The following are just some. Some of them pertain to later versions which have more than one fastener button - which also facilitates multiple sizing.

Blues Green Crochet Floral Necklet (CC0068A)

A comfortable fit for neck circumference: 17inch / 43-44 cm.

Victorian Pinks Crochet Floral Necklet (CC0068B)

A comfortable fit for neck circumference: 17.5inch / 44-45 cm. In Cascade 220 pinks. Very evocative of romance and gentility in the Victorian era. The center is made from a large clear bubble button - like looking into a crystal glass ball.

The differentiation in the coloring is due to the poor photographer who cannot capture consistently under different lighting.

Retro Colors Crochet Floral Necklet (CC0068C)

This is definitely my favourite from this batch.

A comfortable fit for neck circumference: 14.5inch / 37 cm. In Cascade 220. The center is made from a matching large wet felted ball.

Dramatic Red Green Crochet Floral Necklet (CC0068D)

Floral necklet/scarf for a more dramatic statement with strong earthly colors.

A comfortable fit for neck circumference: 17inch / 43-44 cm. In Cascade 220. The center is satin covered red shinny button. If the necklet looks a bit loose on the mannequin, that is not how it will look in real life. It is most likely to be a nice comfy fit.

Wild Retro Funky - Crochet Floral Necklet (CC0068E)

When this was made, I wondered if I have overdone the colors as they are rather bright. But I soldiered on despite my doubts. I know my funky sis might love these kinds of colors. Anyway I am glad I did coz now that it is done, it really looks pretty good on - IMHO.

Refer to How to Use Necklets for different styles of wear.

Made using Cascade 220, the luxuriously warm 100% Peruvian Highland wool. The flower has a crystallized metal flower as its center (used to be a slider).

Warm Retro I - Crochet Floral Necklet (CC0068F)

An extra versatile, warm and toasty necklet scarf. Featuring double buttons for extra ease in sizing. The buttons also accommodate various styles of wear. Made in retro colors that were specifically chosen for underlying feeling of visual warmth.

Warm Retro II is a variation of these same colors.

Refer to How to Use Necklets for different styles of wear.

Made using Cascade 220, the luxuriously warm 100% Peruvian Highland wool.

Warm Retro II - Crochet Floral Necklet (CC0068G)

An extra versatile, warm and toasty necklet scarf. Featuring double buttons for extra ease in sizing. The buttons also accommodate various styles of wear. Made in retro colors that were specifically chosen for underlying feeling of visual warmth. Same colors as Warm Retro I, except in different color order.

Refer to How to Use Necklets for different styles of wear.

Made using Cascade 220, the luxuriously warm 100% Peruvian Highland wool.

Crocheted Cowls Neck Warmers

This is the first time I have ever made these cowls. And hey, this must be love coz I just love them. Warmth and Cozy supreme. My first one is in Retro colors (huh - no surprise). It is the most convenient thing to wear. All Free Size. You just loop and drape or loop and double over for the scrunchie extra cuddly look.

Glorious Retro Cowl Neck Warmer (CC0069A)

From everything so far ... this is by far, my very favourite. It is extra extra warm. Beautiful for a chilly winter's day - be it out shopping, working, picking up the kids, going for a function party, or off to the ski snowfields.

It looks deceptively small but it does take a lot of yarn - hence that extra warmth. And anyone can wear it and feel good! Free size. Made from Cascade 220 (100% Peruvian Highland wool).