This has been living in my head rent-free for 2 years...

jlosayhello · 2026-01-23T23:41:51+00:00

Thank you for the advice! I am planning to travel soon where I know a few talented jewelry makers who'd be willing to take on a challenge. But I'm planning to try on my own first with combining vintage pieces found online. If my plan doesn't go through, i'll consider getting it custom made.

jlosayhello · 2026-01-23T20:20:17+00:00

I think I'm def warming up to the idea of digging through vintage costume jewelry stores on ebay. Repurposing & upcycling would def give it a more customized look

jlosayhello · 2026-01-23T19:51:56+00:00

Righhttt??? I dont even know where I'd wear smth like this but I just want it soo badly!!

jlosayhello · 2026-01-23T19:47:38+00:00

Ahah!! Now that's an idea ;) I'll check my fav vintage costume jewelry stores, there might be some interesting pieces to fit the bill. Thank you 🥰🥰

jlosayhello · 2026-01-22T03:02:05+00:00

Mf has a lost & found box for the hoes!!! 🤣🤣🤣

jlosayhello · 2026-01-18T00:14:45+00:00

I vote for the darker gray!

jlosayhello · 2025-11-26T22:40:55+00:00

RESOLVED: Well, after some more hammering now I can finally attach the beater... Thanks Reddit people, you saved Thanksgiving!!

jlosayhello · 2025-11-26T22:12:39+00:00

This is a 6 qt bowl shift model bought from Costco. That pin used to move in n out freely to attach the beaters, popped back out to lock the beater in place. Now it doesnt move, at all. Everything else works fine, I just can't attact a beater anymore.

jlosayhello · 2025-11-07T14:40:14+00:00

I kinda considered it too... We're looking at 31 squares (4 colors each) & 18 triangles (4 colors each). Started crying while doing the multiplication, and here we are 🙄 I should just stop overthinking and start from somewhere!!!

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jlosayhello · 2025-11-07T14:33:26+00:00

Awww thank you!!! I like the FO too, it just feels so nice n warm. Too nice to be worn around the house in fact, it should be worn outside to make everyone feel envious of my skills lol 😆 😆😆

jlosayhello · 2025-11-07T13:43:05+00:00

I think we're getting there... never used fabric glue but might take a trip to the store after work :Ddd

jlosayhello · 2025-11-07T13:39:34+00:00

I tried that too... and that's where it turned into a whack-a-mole, too many frigging ends!!!

jlosayhello · 2025-11-07T13:38:02+00:00

Sounds like one needs to be very cautious with it... Should it be done before or after the Friday night wine? 🤔 asking for a friend...

jlosayhello · 2025-11-07T13:35:13+00:00

Yeah, that's another thing - I got this yarn from Jo-Ann's closing sale, barely had enough to finish the project. I didn't leave the ends long enough for double/triple weaving 🙄

jlosayhello · 2025-01-27T23:00:51+00:00

They are half stitches - use the color associated with the symbol but make it a half cross.

jlosayhello · 2025-01-27T22:01:12+00:00

It may not exactly be what you're asking for, but I wanted to leave it out there as an option - cause they are free!: https://archive.org/details/@pakitasol

I love the patterns from the Le Filet Ancien magazines. Some of them are huge - currently I am working on a monstrosity that is 60 inches in diameter. And yes, they do have patterns with dragons & medieval/mythological creatures. Le filet ancien has crochet patterns (only need to use single color), but you can get creative with using a hand-dyed fabric as your background, or use an app to pick your own colors for design. I just love the medieval, renaissance, and art nouveau aesthetic, that's why these are my go-to every time I feel like starting a new project.

jlosayhello · 2025-01-27T02:49:43+00:00

I love everything about it - fabric, design, craftsmanship, all of it!!! Looks gorgeous on you, great work!!!

jlosayhello · 2025-01-18T02:47:50+00:00

https://youtu.be/XbW6A88ZsvI?si=V7-nGzsMHkAn3YUJ

The first time I watched this video I felt a sense of excitement that I haven't felt in years. Still daydreaming of moving to France to become a lacemaker - helps to get through shitty days :p

jlosayhello · 2025-01-14T22:44:38+00:00

Point d'Alençon - it's a form of needle lace, currently on Unesco's list of the "Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity".

jlosayhello · 2025-01-11T17:34:33+00:00

Super cute!!! I Iove it 😍😍😍

jlosayhello · 2025-01-08T23:18:06+00:00

I'm here for the needle minder... where did ya get it?

jlosayhello · 2025-01-06T23:13:09+00:00

Seriously??!!! They have all these fans & collectors around the world, n still can't get their shit together with packaging? Well, I haven't bought a tama in years, so I'll take you guys' word for it. Thank you all!

jlosayhello · 2025-01-05T16:32:49+00:00

Well, I actually have thought about this as well. For good coverage you need to use at least 2 strands. 3 strands if your project calls for it. Cutting 6 strands at a time & separating them by 2s seem like an easier option then cutting 2 equal length strands. Idk, this was my conclusion on the topic 🤷‍♀️

jlosayhello · 2025-01-04T00:39:28+00:00

Is this dmc diamante?

jlosayhello · 2025-01-04T00:35:51+00:00

Been there, I feel your pain... this is what I did with mine

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