tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20571226903469090642024-03-13T00:47:58.699-07:00Delorme DesignsMeganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09861115473785219103noreply@blogger.comBlogger353125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2057122690346909064.post-87088842269870874152014-02-14T04:30:00.000-08:002014-02-14T04:30:01.524-08:00HAPPY VALENTINES DAY-YARN STYLE!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hey Everyone, happy love day and all that. To be quite honest I am not a huge lover of Valentines Day-no pun inteneded. I think that we should be lovely and kind everyday! But that doesn't mean I can't enjoy a good crocheted heart or knitted motif. So here is a collection to warm all your hearts:<br />
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And of course I have to share some of my own creations:<br />
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This is my latest-in case you haven't had a chance to see it yet-<a href="http://delormedesigns.blogspot.ca/2014/01/love-and-kisses-cowl.html">Love and Kisses Cowl</a>.<br />
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Although Line 13 is tricky- I do give a stitch by stitch guide for that row- it is involved, however it gives such great shape to the top of the heart. I have done the conventional way in the past and even now- this one is just a little different and I wanted to share it with everyone. It isn't my original idea- however, I broke it down, stithc by stitch so that it is clear.<br />
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So there you have it.....just passing a little love along your way.<br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
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Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09861115473785219103noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2057122690346909064.post-31034845611500243082014-02-12T04:30:00.000-08:002014-02-12T04:30:05.593-08:00CHURCH CONVERSION<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hey Everyone.....Loving the Olympics.....still watching as much as I can. I am so proud of our Athletes, they are doing an amazing job! Nothing like hearing your National Anthem!<br />
Today I have an amazing little architectural gem. There is just something about converting a building from something that was a more commercial application whether it be a barn, factory or even a church into a home. I especially love church conversions. I can't put into words how much I love a great church conversion.<br />
This one hails from Melbourne, Australia. Like I needed another reason to love all things Australian!! What I love about this conversion is that they left the front facade very much intact. There is absolutely no question that this used to be a church. I know that the addition may not be everyones cup of tea, however I really like it. I love the way in which they have tried to meld this two by adding the posts to the front of the main part of the church with the materials of the new addition. Its the kind of reno that isn't trying to be something it's not. Some may think that there isn't any connection between the two but I beg to differ. The vaulting of the new addition mimics the old. The strong horizontal line above the garage mimics the horizontal lines found in the wood of the original. I will say I do like the juxtaposition of the square window in the new addition as compated to the arched and round windows of the old. In short- I really like it. I only wish we had more opportunities in this area to do the same. It seems that you would have better luck in the UK to pick up one of these little lovelies. Enjoy this great little reno.<br />
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I love how they opened up the back. I really like how they used glass into the corner to really open up the backside. I too love that arched window on the second floor-simply stunning. The lines here in the back are just so lovely.<br />
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Just look at those amazing brackets. I loves me a great bracket-especially ones as big as those.<br />
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So there you have it folks a great conversion. The builder of this great project was <a href="http://www.bagnatoarchitecture.com.au/">Bagnatto Architects</a>.<br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
Megan<br />
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Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09861115473785219103noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2057122690346909064.post-80553628207061021422014-02-10T06:47:00.003-08:002014-02-10T06:47:55.994-08:00THE TRUTH ABOUT COLOUR.<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hey Everyone....well the Olympics are on and I am one happy camper. I cannot even convey how much I love the Olympics. I become rather obsessed. I always joke to my friends....don't call me, don't look at me, don't ANYTHING! I just love how people try to bring their best- ya know? Coming from a "winter" country we really do embrace the Winter Olympics. I know that the majority of the country will be all about the hockey- not us....don't get me wrong...we'll probably watch a game or two, however, it isn't ALL ABOUT HOCKEY FOR US IN THIS FAMILY!! I know....being Canadian and even thinking that is sacreligious! I would seriously sit there for 14hrs and watch it all. <br />
Anyways.......back to some business of design........I suppose this is going to be a bit of a rant....so hang on!<br />
I know that in the past I have talked about colour and how colour should be YOUR story. I have talked about how a colour on a monitor or even in a magazine or even in Betty Sue's Living Room down the street will not neccessarily translate to what is in YOUR house. I CAN'T STRESS THIS ENOUGH!! I suppose that I will continue to hammer this home until the last person on the planet gets this concept. I can't even tell you how crazy it makes me when people get so hung up on finding out a particular colour in a particular room when seen online. Don't get me wrong I like to know what a designer has used in a room. I won't completely rehash everything I have said in the past, however, as you know I have a STRONG opinion on this very subject. See<a href="http://delormedesigns.blogspot.ca/2013/10/what-colour-is-that.html"> here</a>! You can also see the thread on Houzz <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/5912263/White-Lake-beach-style-bedroom-grand-rapids">here</a>.<br />
This is the room in question:<br />
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I can't even tell you all the mileage I have gotten out of this one issue or photo! I went back and tried to hammer home my point. Of course it fell on deaf ears! I was told to chill out etc.....Someone even today asked once again what the paint colour was. I MEAN COME ON PEOPLE!! I know that for me it has hammered home the idea that the majority of people can't see what is beyond their own nose. It was stated by the designer that it is Sherwin Williams Sea Salt. However, people were questioning it! This is an incredible example of what a particular colour looks like on YOUR screen. It may not look like Sea Salt since it does look a little more blue than what Sea Salt truly looks like. But this is where I loose it! Like I have said in the past....I don't care what colour it says, looks like or isn't.......Take what is stated...that it is Sea Salt and USE IT AS A STARTING POINT!! People get so hung up on using something verbatum. It may look amazing in this pic but look absolutely horrible in your room. STOP BEING SHEEPLE!! <br />
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Most people don't understand the nuiances of colour. How lighting in one place will make a colour look completely different in another place. That same colour will look completely different say in daylight as opposed to under halogen lighting. I think what has bugged me the most about this thread on Houzz is the shear lack of common sense that I have been seening. For me when a colour is stated....I don't care what it looks like on the monitor....take it at face value and move on. FULL STOP! Again, take that info and apply it to your own experience. Make it your story. Make it about you. I know I didn't make any friends over there but that's not my intention here. My intension is to impart my experience to others, to help them the best way I know how. If you don't like what I have said....well I can't help that...the truth is the truth. I won't walk away from that....it's just not my style. I can't sugar coat stuff like this. To me it is as plain as the nose on my face....my very ample nose!! I just don't understand how people get so hung up on getting the exact colour. Like I said use it as a starting point, MAKE IT YOUR OWN!!<br />
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In this pic we can see that there is a definite green undertone like the first pic, however, the wall colour looks less saturated than in the first pic. This is such a lovely soft dining room- I really like it!<br />
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In this pic the wall colour has a slightly "bluer" tinge to the grayish green of Sea Salt as compared to the other 2 pics. It is always relative....you have to compare a colour to another one. When looking at paint chips you have to compare them to each other in order to make them understandable. One white will look more yellow as compared to another white-they are both white but the undertone changes the story or the way in which you will percieve it.<br />
To me this room really is a close representation of what Sea Salt truly looks like- but then again that is what it looks like on MY MONITOR. Another monitor may make the room look slightly grayer than if you were to see it on my monitor.<br />
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Just look how gray Sea Salt looks in this room. It looks amazing, however, it really takes on a grayer tone in this setting.<br />
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If this doesn't highlight was I have being saying all along I don't know what will. Same colour but different lighting, fixtures, furniture etc.......everything plays into...especially the lighting.<br />
So until this obsession about "what colour is in that room" is used only as a starting point, I will have many more postings on this very subject.<br />
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Don't get me wrong I too love to know what a particular designer used in a room, however, when they state what it is I take it for what they say. But then if I were to use it I would use it as a starting point.<br />
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Thanks for letting me rant!!<br />
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I wish you happy Olympics. I wish you happy competition. I wish you great rivalries. I hope you are witness to some greatness that we will be a part of-even if we are sitting on our couches and just cheering along.<br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
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Hey everyone......It is STILL COLD!! I know that I have kind of harped on about this....but really??? I know I live in Southern Ontario and that we do tend to have somewhat of a cold winter....but for the love of Pete! I cannot remember a colder winter since I was a kid! It has been a long time since the temps at night have been consistently below -20C and wind chills in the minus 30's!! Roll on spring......<br />
So I know that Valentine's Day is just around the corner....and I have had an idea for a cowl in my head for quite sometime......so was born the Love and Kisses Cowl:<br />
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I cannot even begin to tell you how much I love how this one turned out. It is exactly as I envisioned. It was just one of those designs that fell together really well. <br />
The yarn that I chose for this project is Berroco Vintage. I bought it at one of my LYS- <a href="http://www.knitnstitch.ca/">Joanne's Knit n Stitch</a> here in Burlington. I have wanted to use this yarn for quite sometime. I highly recommend it for many projects. To me it us that kind of yarn that is a true workhorse. Knits up beautifully, has great stitch definition and will wear really well. It has just enough wool in it to keep me happy. But it doesn't have a harsh feel to it. In fact it is quite soft- this is in part to the content: 52% Acrylic/40% Wool/8%Nylon. I know that I will be keeping this yarn in mind for future projects. I needed to purchase 2 skeins,however, I only used part of the second ball. Used approx. 250m total. So I have some leftover for my stash!! I wanted to do a full on Valentine thing....hence the red. It is the kind of project that keeps you focused but not so much that you feel like you are loosing your mind. It can be knit quite easily in front of the T.V- kept my notes on my lap for reference! I just love cables- as you all know. And this one ticks all the boxes for me. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did in designing and knitting it.<br />
I LOVE IT!!<br />
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Anyways, as always if you have any comments or questions please feel free to contact me. Oh I almost forgot- you can purchase the pattern on <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/love-and-kisses-cowl">Ravelry</a>.<br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
Megan</div>
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Hey Everyone.......Hope all is well? It is yet again FREEZING HERE!! Just the right kind of weather to knit a lovely scarf.......And speaking of scarves.....I have another pattern ready for you all! I was quite industrious before Chirstmas and was able to start a few projects. I finally finished it up and here it is....<br />
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I have to say that creating these kind of scarves is my absolute favourite thing to do. I love designing them and I LOVE to knit them. They are filled with detail yet have a simplicity about them at the same time!<br />
I chose to name her Easier than Pie since she evolved from my other pattern Easy as Pie. I wanted to make a lace pattern that seamed on the surface complicated yet was so not difficult to execute. In this little lovely there isn't any cables. There is however, ribs of K1TBL (knit 1 through back of loop). This lends a level of stability to an otherwise lacey pattern. I love how TBL looks in a pattern. It is a rib that looks that much more sophisticated-well it does to me anyways! This pattern is quite easy to memorize and to knit. There is only 4 rows to memorize. Once you have done a few.....and there are a few.......120 repeats all told.....it is very easy to get along with. She is 8 1/2" x 65". Just the right length!<br />
I have never knit with this yarn before and truth be told I am not a huge fan of Alpaca. I find that it can be a little "wimpy". What do I mean by that? Well...... It can tend to be a little too drapey for my liking. However, this yarn is quite lovely. It has a really nice twist to it. Which is why it seems to have a little more body than the average Alpaca. I would knit with this yarn again in a heartbeat! It is St. Denis- Sommet. I bought it at <a href="http://www.yarn.com/index.cfm">Webs</a> I love buying from Webs- they are great to deal with. Even with me living in the Great White North, buying from them is very easy. Never had a problem! Always a great selection. The only issue is that I can't have it right away...usually takes a week to get here. Which in yarn years is like 100yrs! It is very hard waiting for yarn to arrive when one has a project on the brain. It's like Christmas when the package arrives....always makes me happy!! Anyways......it is such a lovely yarn.....It is 100% Baby Alpaca with a great twist to it. It is rated as a Sport weight with a gauge of between 24-28sts. I used 3.5mm needles for this scarf and I must say I am over the moon with it. I only wish they had way more of it, but alas it is on clearance and there isn't much left. That being said this pattern would look stunning with <a href="http://www.yarn.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/product.detail/categoryID/A6CE8C16-1E4F-4FD0-BB6E-0D82242A6B9B/productID/6D2FE818-473B-4A23-91E7-3925D837294C/">Classic Elite Fresco</a>. As you know I am slightly obsessed by that yarn. It would also look great in Paton's Lace. I think that any yarn with a slight halo would look lovely. I find that a yarn with good stitch definition would also work well.<br />
So there you have it....another pattern. It can be purchased <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/easier-than-pie-scarf">here</a>. And as always if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.<br />
Have a great day everyone.<br />
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Megan</div>
Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09861115473785219103noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2057122690346909064.post-66071875818115531052014-01-15T12:38:00.001-08:002014-01-15T12:38:04.402-08:00ONE DAY WONDER COWL<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hey Everyone......Hope all is well in your Universe. I have another Cowl pattern that is available on Ravelry <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/one-day-wonder-cowl">here</a>. It is a very quick knit....yes L it is!! It is made up of two yarns..... <a href="http://www.diamondyarn.com/d/yarn/1-country-style-dk-50g/">Sirdar Country Style</a> and <a href="http://de.schachenmayr.com/yarns/regia-6-f%C3%A4dig-color-50g">Regia 6 Square Color.</a> I truly love varigated yarn. It is like CANDY. All those colours in one ball. I love how they flow from one colour to the next. LOVE IT!! Without further ado...here is my new cowl:<br />
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It is such a simple yet graphic pattern. It is easy, fun and a quick knit. I love the staggered slip stitch pattern. It lends so much movement and goes so well with the stripes and varigation. Can you tell how much I love this cowl? And what is so great about a cowl like this is that it goes with so many things. So many colours to choose from........ I totally want to make a load of these in many different colourways......oh the possibilities. <br />
I have always loved Country Style DK- whether it is Sirdar or Berella.......This yarn is such a great workhorse. And they come in so many colours. I too enjoyed the Regia yarn. A really great Wool yarn that has a lovely feel to it. Wooly without being too scratchy. But then again you know me....I loves me some wool!<br />
And as always....if you have any comments or questions you know where you can reach me!<br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
Megan</div>
Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09861115473785219103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2057122690346909064.post-38233604279465693612014-01-10T10:56:00.002-08:002014-01-10T10:56:44.630-08:00TWOFER INFINITY COWL<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hey Everyone.....Hope all is well. I have a new cowl pattern available. And as soon as I can load it up on Ravelry it will be available to all. I have been having issues loading it up. Not sure if it is them or me. However, I wanted to share it with you all anyways. I have been wanting to do a cowl for awhile that can be made a couple of different ways. I also wanted to make one in a super soft Acrylic Yarn for those out there that really don't like Wool- Yes I mean you L & K!! I completely understand that not everyone is as jazzed about Wool like I am. I understand also that there are those out there that wouldn't be caught dead in something that is 100% Acrylic. Yes everyone there are indeed yarn snobs out there. Those that say, "Life is too short to knit with Cheap Yarn". Now in my books there is a difference between cheap and inexpensive. So this particular Cowl was born. You may be wondering about the name of these little pretties.....let me introduce you to them first:<br />
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As to the name....Well I wanted to name it something along the lines of "Two for One". So I thought of "Twofer". Here in Canada a Twofer is actually 24 case of beer. The two-not related at all, except a play on the name. I really wanted create something easy, fun and quick. I also wanted to prove that buying Acrylic yarn can be cool too.......You don't have to break the bank to make or wear something really nice. I used Red Heart Soft Touch and Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable in each. I used a different colourway in each one. Each cowl has garter stitch. However, it is made differently by using the stripes and lace in different ways. In one Cowl it has a Garter Edge, the other has a Lace Edge. You can totally play around with it and be creative.<br />
I made these two lovelies for two special lovelies in my life. My best girlfriends. A girl cannot go through life without best girlfriends. I am so blessed to have had these special ladies in my life.....well.....for most of my life. We have been through a lot........ 34 and 39 years will do that. I like to make them special little things to show them how special they are to me. Both were very grateful for their gifts. The only stipulation as mentioned in a previous post is that I had to have them back for a brief time in order to write the pattern and to photograph them. I can't wait to return them. I know that they fit the bill for them......This really is a lovely yarn to knit with and to wear....super soft. And the varigated yarn has such a great colour a varigation to it. Highly recommmend it to those out there that like Acrylic. And to those that don't normally knit with it-give it a try. It isn't crunchy at all.<br />
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So hopefully very soon.....The pattern will be loaded and ready for you all to download. You all know that if you have any questions or comments you can contact me anytime.<br />
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Take care<br />
Megan</div>
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Hey everyone....hope all is well! I wanted to give a sneak peak at my new Cowl pattern(s) that will be up and running very soon- hopefully tomorrow in fact. I wanted to create an easy Cowl design, yet had visual impact. I also wanted to create a Cowl with Acrylic yarn only. If you have been following my blog then you know that two of the dearest people to me( my two girl besties) aren't really a fan of Wool. I know, I know....how do I stay friends with them!! Unlike myself, they really aren't a fan of any kind of wool. So in an attempt to prove haters wrong-both those that aren't wool fans and for those that are yarn snobs....well this cowl is for them:<br />
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This lovely cowl was created using two different types of Red Heart Yarn. I just wanted to prove that 100% Acrylic or inexpensive yarn can look good too. There are a lot of people out there who either don't like Wool or just plain can't afford $30.00 a skein. So I created these two lovlies not just for that purpose but also as gifts for those two said besties. I actually gave them the Cowls for Christmas and then promptly asked for them back so I could finish writing up the pattern as well as to photograph them.....kinda ran out of time over Christmas to do it all. Thank goodness they were more than lovely to give them back and let me do my thing. It is so great to have such great friends who are so loving and supportive.....<br />
Anyways......They are similar patterns but on a variation. <br />
Like I said- I hope to have it up and running tomorrow.<br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
Megan</div>
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Whether the above renos are your style or not, I wanted to talk a little about space. Personally I love the above Reno's. They blend Traditional with Modern. I too love the finishes they chose. But that is neither here nor there........whenever I see a reno one of the main things I look at is the space. What I mean is the actual physical dimensions of a room. Most of us out there do not have the luxury of a lot of space. Don't get me wrong....we have more than most of the people on this planet. But for many it is very modest and to some, down right small. However, most of us have what we have and that is it. What I most get annoyed with when I see a certain reno is when builders/designers add too much too a room-especially a bathroom. You can hardly swing a cat in there...but Oh....gotta have a separate tub and shower!!! See my posting on this very same isse <a href="http://delormedesigns.blogspot.ca/2013/04/master-ensuite-you-cant-have-it-all.html">here</a>. Somtimes you WILL NOT BE ABLE TO HAVE EVERYTHING YOU WANT!!! Sometimes you WON'T BE ABLE TO HAVE BOTH A FREESTANDING TUB AND A SHOWER!!YOU JUST WON'T. If the above Reno's show anything.....you can have a modest Reno and still have it look Fab!! Really Fab!! It's OK to want something....however, sometimes the space just won't allow. MAKE THE BEST WITH WHAT YOU HAVE GOT!! I think more of us have to live by this motto. And I think more of us have to really take it to heart. There is nothing wrong with dreams of a stunning large bathroom with all the bells and whistles......but stay grounded.....make an awesome bathroom with the space you have. Choose amazing finishes. Choose a great toilet or a great sink.<br />
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Happy New Year everyone! It is very cold and very snowy here at the moment. Did I mention IT IS VERY COLD. It is -15C here at the moment. For many people that isn't very cold. However, for those of us in Southern Ontario. It is downright frigid!! And you all know how much I love the cold!!<br />
Anyways.......in the interest of getting organzied for the new year I found this amazing home and wanted to share it with you all. What I most wanted to share was the way in which they store Lego. Yes Lego-notice how I didn't say Legos. Like I always tell people- Lego is a toy, Lagos is a country. Just think of it like the word Moose, or Mice. It works for both the single and the plural. Now the actual Lego storage doesn't come into nearly the end of the posting....but it is oh so worth it for you Legoites out there. I know that when we have the money to do so I want to do just like they did. It is amazing!! Anyways........here it is:<br />
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Even if you don't like the actual colours chosen for the outside of the house, you can really appreciate that they went for it and chose colour. I know I did. Instead of the deep pink I would have done turquoise-but that's just me. I still think it looks amazing.<br />
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Adding a heat lamp to the roof will really add to the time that can be spent out on this amazing porch. If you have the means it really is a great little detail to add!!<br />
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The counter tops in this kitchen is Ceasarstone 4030 H (honed). Love them here in this space. <br />
The Wall Colour is Techno Gray SW6170 Sherwin Williams. It is used throughout the main floor and used in the basement as well.<br />
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The red used in this space is Fireworks SW6867 by Sherwin Williams.<br />
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The darker gray used throughout the space is Kendall Gray HC-166 by Benjamin Moore. It really looks amazing against that great orangey red-LOVE IT!!<br />
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This colour may be Moderne White 6168 SW but don't hold me to it!!<br />
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The blue in this space is Georgian Bay SW6509 by Sherwin Williams. I love this Blue-such a great colour for an Office or Bedroom. I also think it would be great painted at the back of a bookshelf/wall unit for a splash of colour.<br />
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And now the most amazing Lego storage EVER!!!<br />
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Kendall Gray HC-166 BM and Techno Gray 6170 SW<br />
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How incredible!! All that Lego!! And it could definitely be a DIY project. Just use loads of Ikea bins!! I love too how they used cork in the main part of the Lego area. Cork is very comfy to be on, warm to the touch and would have the added bonus for our Lego afficiando's to build directly on the floor- which is something I am sure they thought of when choosing for this space!! If you have Lego or know of someone who does then you may have heard of the stories of Lego and carpet. Using cork here is a great solution to a "Lego problem". You can easily scoop it up, it doesn't get "lost" in the carpet, and as mentioned before you can build deirectly on it- BONUS all around.<br />
And I thought we had a load of Lego!!<br />
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So there you have it....my dream room for Lego. Oh how I hope I can build something like this for my guys before they are too old to appreciate it. Then again, any Lego afficiando will tell you that you ARE NEVER TOO OLD TO PLAY WITH LEGO!!<br />
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Have an amazing day everyone.<br />
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Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09861115473785219103noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2057122690346909064.post-39138122264450049412013-12-31T04:30:00.000-08:002013-12-31T04:30:02.160-08:00YEAR IN REVIEW 2013- KNITTING PROJECTS AND OTHER NON THINGS!!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hey everyone.....first of all I want to say Happy New Year to everyone! I wish you all a very healthy and happy 2014!! I hope that this year brings you all peace, love and happiness. And really, without those, nothing else really matters!!<br />
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It has been a busy year here as far as my fingers goes- I have knit and knit and knit. I have shared my projects with you as well as my passion for my craft. I only wish that I was able to share stuff around the house but alas we didn't really do anything. Which is totally unheard of around here! Hopefully in the new year we will be embarking on projects around the house You see.....my main Carpenter (aka my Hubby) has been super busy with work. Which means he has had no time or energy to get anything done-which totally sucks by the way!! However, my little fingers were very buys with my little projects:<br />
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There you have it- all the projects I designed this year. If you were to ask me which one is my fav this year I would have to say Lady Tamsin. I can't even tell you how much I love that scarf. It is the perfect length, the perfect colour and the PERFECT YARN. If you have never had the pleasure to knit with Classic Elite Fresco then you are missing out my friends. I would have to say that it is one of my all time fav's. It is so soft, wears well, has amazing stitch definition and has the most loveliest halo to it. Can't say enough about it. There is an Aran type sweater that I have been thinking of for awhile.....and when I save up enough to buy the yarn for it....then it shall be done. I think that an aran type sweater knit in Fresco would be heavanly!! I hope to be able to do that sometime next year- fingers crossed!!<br />
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Anyways......I hope you have enjoyed my projects from this past year.....here's to many more!!<br />
Wishing you all much happiness and love.<br />
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Megan</div>
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Since it is the season of snow......and I am TRYING to embrace it. I really am trying.......I came across this amazing Cabin. I suppose if I lived in the mountains and had oodles of money it may look a little something like the following Cabin. What I loved the most about this design is the use of natural elements throughout the build. The interior decor isn't my taste-it is very lovely don't get me wrong. But what struck me about the build was the types of wood used throughout. In particular the use of tree trunks- yes tree trunks. It is so amazing.......check it out:<br />
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Just look at that Portico. Besides the gorgeous lines of it......just look at those trunks!!<br />
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As I have stated in the past.....I am not that jazzed about winter. I am not that fond of the cold. You would think that after 40 years I would be? I have lived here in Canada most of my life! But I long for the days when I can wear my flip flops and put on Capri's. But I am trying to love the cold.....I really am!<br />
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When designing for baby, I think that it is easy to forget that you are DESIGNING FOR A BABY!! We can get caught up in design and forget the function. We see something that we love and sometimes that something would really be best for you-and I mean that literally. What works for an adult won't neccessarily work for a baby or very young child. As I have said many times before, when I was in school, they hammered the notion of function first. If a room does not function for a certain purpose then it doesn't matter how pretty it is. I think this lesson is very applicable to designing for the very young. Not only do you have to think in terms or how will you function in the room with them, but also cleanability and safety.<br />
What do I mean by cleanability...well....lets face it little ones make loads of messes. And I am not just talking about the odd toy being strewn about or them dumping a bin of toys out on the floor.<br />
Take the following two nurseries as an example when thinking of safety and ease of cleaning:<br />
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First of all I am not ripping apart a design for the sake of it. I wanted to present a couple of examples of both good and not so good design when thinking of these two issues.<br />
The two rooms above look so amazing from a design point of view. They look modern and right away they have you. They are graphic, young and oh so fun. I picked them to compare them with each other in terms of the two issues I wanted to talk about.<br />
In the first one it really catches the eye. It is so different. So glamourous. After you get past that you start to see a couple of things...at least I did. First of all....and I don't know if it has been secured...is the black lamp in the corner. I don't know if it is just for the picture or if it is actually part of the room. If it is part of the room I would hope that it is sturdy, can take climbing and is somehow bolted down. Having had 2 young ones myself all I can see is a little one pulling themselves up to try to stand with the help of that lamp. Would it topple over? Make sure that any lighting in the room is away from little hands where they cannot reach them. Same can be said of cords. Don't get me wrong- I am all for something different but when designing for a child you have to think safety first. In the second pic they have a great pendant light- no little fingers will get at that one! <br />
The second issue I have with the first pic is all the little chatchkee's that are on tables. After a little one tries to grab them one too many times-they will be gone. I speak from experience. And it didn't even happen in their own room. When my youngest was 18 months he broke a nautilus shell that I had on a sofa table- totally my fault. It was a magnet for him, he wanted it. I kept putting it back and telling him NO-well that was all the red flag he needed......one swipe later and I now have a nautilus shell with a chip and a hole in it. Little people are curious and they WILL explore. Yes they need to be told not too touch-but guess what- THEY ARE LITTLE PEOPLE. TheY touch, they test and they test! If it is too precious or too expensive-PUT IT AWAY FOR AWHILE!! Just some advise from someone who has been there. As you can see in the 2nd pic there isn't anything too precious laying around for them to get their hands on...smart move!<br />
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Some may argue that the crib in the first one may be too much. First of all I think it looks amazing- Lucite is always a great modern touch. There is just something about Lucite. But you have to remember IT WILL SCRATCH!! Again, they are little. They will bang stuff on a crib, bang stuff into it and they will bite it!! BITE IT YOU SAY?? Absolutely!! You talk to any parent who has had a little one and they will tell you how beat up a crib can get. Especially the top front part. My little guys loved to rest their teeth there and gnaw. Not to mention bang a toy or two there. I am not saying the Lucite crib isn't a good idea-I am just saying that it will take a beating and I hope you are prepared to then look at a $3000.00 dollar crib with scratches and dents on it. At least you know it was well loved!<br />
As for flooring for a nursery or a kids room....to me the shorter the pile the better- why you ask? Well when you have a long pile as in the top pic it can be hard to clean....very hard to clean. I will let you in on a little secret........That rug may get pooped on, urinated on or even vomited on. Yuck you say! Am I being too graphic?? NOPE JUST REALITSTIC!! Any accident can and WILL happen. Personally I would NEVER put a rug with a very long pile near a nursery or a crib for that very same reason-EVER. It WILL at some point have to be cleaned-even if those things never happen. It can be a very costly process- just some food for thought. If you look at the second example it is such a great example of what you can do in such a room to add colour, texture and design. Not only is it pretty to look at but it will cost you much less upfront and on the back end. Carpet tiles are inexpensive, easy to clean and IF you have to replace one- you can do just that. They are so easy to replace. Plus I think you can be so creative with them-just like they have been in the above pic. Also...think of little toys when they get a little older. All I could think of with that rug is....what a great place for Lego to hide!! Or if you have a girl...what a great place for Polly Pockets to hide. Trust me, my feet have endured some lovely Lego attacks!<br />
The same can be said for the Yak Balnket/Throw in terms of cleaning as in the 1st pic. Anytime you have a Blanket for a baby, how that little blanket will be cleaned should be the first thought that runs through your head. A baby blanket takes a ton of abuse-make sure it can be easily cleaned!! And on that same issue-make sure that any fabrics used in a nursery is either washable, can be cleaned easily or isn't too precious....just saying.<br />
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So after reading this you may think I am completely ripping the first nursery apart- I am and I am not. I am not being mean spirited at all....I just want to point out some realities. Remember who you are desiging for. Really think about the space in terms of the little people. Yes you will spend an incredible amount of time in their too, however, ultimately that space is for THEM!! If you want a precious room......build it for yourself not a little one- they are the precious ones, leave the precious stuff for an adult space!!<br />
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So there you have it, my humble opinion on desiging spaces for Little Ones.<br />
Have a great day everyone.<br />
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I don't know about the rest of you out there....but we got a boat load of snow this past weekend here in Burlington, On. I think we got over 30cm. To be quite honest......it looks so lovely out there today....all that white, all that bright blue of the sky. This past weekend we were at a curling bonspiel in a city about 50km away. To say that it was an interesting drive there would be an understatement. Here in my neck of the woods we aren't ususally inundated with Lake Effect Snow. But of course Murphy had to rear his ugly head and dump a whole load of snow on us just when we had to travel. It was a slightly white knuckle drive for part of the way. For those of you out there familiar with driving in such conditions I know you sympathize, And for those of you fortunate to have never driven such a hair raising, stomach twisting drive.....count yourselves lucky! It was a long weekend....VERY LONG, LONG WEEKEND. The boys played in a bonspiel (curling) with kids much older and way more experienced than they were. They fought hard and played their hearts out and still it wasn't enough. That's how it goes sometimes and it is a very hard lesson to learn at 13-heck it's a hard lesson to learn at any age. Hopefully with a little time they will come to realize how friggin' amazing they truly are and the fact that they hung in there, didn't give up and didn't get completely blown out of the water..... well I hope they will get how good they are and how good they could be.<br />
Anyways.....as I sit here looking out the back window at the lovely snow......30 odd cm of it! The blue of the sky....it makes me think of the coming holidays.....and the type of idealic house that somehow looks all the more special this time of year.<br />
I wanted to share such a house since it is so lovely and fits that bill:<br />
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Isn't it lovely?? Do you think there might by something like this for me under the tree come Christmas morning.....Oh a girl could wish!<br />
What I love about this house is the use of the red accent. To me it is used to perfection- just enough. I love all the natural elements. I love the contrasts of light and dark wood. <br />
To see more just click on the link below the pics....you won't be dissappointed!<br />
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A burst of colour on such a dull gray day.............<br />
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As some of you may know I am DEFINITELY a summer person. So on these very gray November/December days it is so nice to have a shot of colour to brighten things up a bit!! Plus gotta love that Bright Yellow Tolix Chair.<br />
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Hey everyone......hope all is well in everyone's Universe! Happy Thanksgiving to our American friends! I have a new pattern up for grabs. It is, in my opinion, a great scarf that would be an awesome gift for that special guy or girl. It can be a tricky thing designing something that is unisex and have universal appeal. <br />
As you all know I LOVE Cables. I just love designing them, I love knitting them and I love looking at them. There is just something about them. They have such movement and texture.<br />
It can be bought here at <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/uni-scarf">Ravelry</a><br />
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So without further ado...here is the new pattern:<br />
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I know that there is many of you out there that are intimidated by cables- but don't be. They are not as difficult as you think. You just have to give it a go. The thing with this pattern is that it looks so complicated but it's not. There are many rows of just plain knitting and purling. So you aren't cabling every row. Which is so nice for the newer knitter. Yet the pattern is such that seasoned knitters will enjoy it too-at least I hope so! The pattern is a 20 Row repeat, however, it is very easily memorized after a repeat or 2- really it is!!<br />
The size of it is a healthy 7.5"x70". Which is a great length for a scarf. <br />
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The yarn I used here is Diamond Yarn Galway Highland Heathers. I used 3 Skeins to knit the scarf. Well more like 2 and 2/3rds . Each skien is 200m in length. It is a true blue wool. The kind of Highland wool you think of when one thinks of a "wooly" scarf. As you know I love knitting with wool. I love the feel of it as I knit. I really liked this yarn to knit with. It has such a great strength and character to it. It also has great stitch definition which is key when knitting cables. You wouldn't want to knit a great cabled piece and then not be able to see the beauty of the cables. I see that happen so many times.....You really need to choose a yarn like above or one with great stitch definition. If you are unsure- ask at your local Yarn Store- that is what they are there for. You are putting so much effort into a piece-you want it to turn out just as you envisioned-Right??<br />
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Anyways....hope you like the new scarf. I really loved designing and knitting it.<br />
Have a great day everyone.<br />
Megan</div>
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Now let me start by saying I AM NOT A FASHION EXPERT! I do pride myself on knowing about colour, fabrics and design in general. However, where on God's green earth is it ever OK to wear Sweatpants and Heels?? I mean come on...... Don't get me wrong, I am all for personal expression. If putting on heels with a pair of sweats floats YOUR boat-then fine. However, I think I speak for a lot of people and I may be a traditional kinda gal.....but under NO circumstances would I EVER wear this. I think the majority of people would agree with me on this one. I really think the outfit on the left is totally cute- would defiinitely wear that one.....the one on the Right NO WAY!! Personally I think they totally missed the boat with that one.<br />
I get it......they are trying to be different, trying to mix it up a little....but really?? Really?? First of all they don't even fit the model properly. Secondly, if you buy them too tight- Yikes-would look horrible. If you buy them too loose they would totally bag at the butt!. Not a nice look for anyone, especially if you were to wear it with a jacket as shown....baggy butt and great jacket do not mix!!<br />
Do yourself a favour.....get an awesome fitting pair of slim pants and pair it with that jacket.....it will look way better. And when did everything have to be "Skinny" anyways?? Again, don't get me wrong....I like a skinny fit...but on Sweats!!! Come On!! Enough already. <br />
OK...enough of my rant for the day......The more I look at it the more I really like the outfit on the left-super cute!! May have to look into a couple of pieces for myself.<br />
Thanks for letting me rant....Ahhhh....feel better now....time to get on with my day!!<br />
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Have an awesome day everyone.<br />
Megan<br />
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Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09861115473785219103noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2057122690346909064.post-29281460337252908562013-11-19T09:09:00.001-08:002013-11-19T09:09:09.806-08:00SNOW QUEEN INFINITY COWL<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hey Everyone....I have been hard at work knitting....and knitting.....I have a new cowl pattern:<br />
Snow Queen Infinity Cowl:<br />
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I just love her......so snuggy.....yet so stylish!! And if you haven't noticed I loves me some cables. I have always loved cables. They add so much dimension to a project. I wish I could express how much I love them. I love how they cross and twist-they are just awesome........ And don't be intimidated by cables. They are not as hard as they look. Really!! Once you understand the lingo and aren't afraid of moving stitches then it is easy. It certainly slows things down a little as compared to straight knitting, but it is so worth it in the end. And if you can master cabling without a cable needle- well it just makes it feel all the more awesome. I will have to go into more depth about cabling without a cable needle another time- it is so amazing!!<br />
I wanted to make a simply cabled infinity cowl in a creamy colour. I think everyone should have at least one of these puppies in their wardrobe. It goes with everything. I think it is the kind of cowl that can look great with a more relaxed rugged look or dressed up with a great wool coat. Plus the added bonus is that this cowl could certainly be unisex. By choosing the correct yarn it would look great on any guy too! Just remember to use yarn with great stitch definition. A varigated or multi coloured yarn would not suit this as well as a yarn that is simple. The star of the show is the cables afterall. I think that is half the battle with knitting....choosing the correct yarn for the project. I cannot tell you how many times I have seen a particular project and thought- if only they had chosen a different yarn. I know it is personal and all....however, if you are going to spend all that time creating it and spending some money-isn't it better to pick the best yarn for that project?<br />
I used the Martha Stewart Extra Soft Wool again....I love this yarn. It has the most lovely subtle sheen. It is so soft and is a great price point(especially if you have a coupon). I think that this cowl would look great knit in some other yarns as well....perhaps <a href="http://www.yarn.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/product.detail/categoryID/34A570BB-00D8-4FB6-8082-B2FB862781D3/productID/4AFB4785-0006-42EF-AD41-2B13D41DA3E0/">Cascade 220</a>, <a href="http://www.yarn.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/product.detail/categoryID/3DE2C30C-6D95-43DD-8AB5-B8DB265D6674/productID/D6791198-13C5-4173-82BD-27C46F6EEA9F/">Valley Yarns Northampton</a>, <a href="http://www.yarn.com/webs-knitting-crochet-yarns-weight-worsted/webs-knitting-crochet-yarns-classic-elite-liberty-wool/">Classic Elite Yarns Liberty</a>, <a href="http://www.yarn.com/webs-knitting-crochet-yarns-weight-worsted/webs-knitting-yarns-debbie-bliss-cashmerino-aran/">Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran</a> For a more drapier look try <a href="http://www.yarn.com/webs-knitting-crochet-yarns-weight-worsted/webs-knitting-yarns-valley-yarns-goshen/">Valley Yarns Goshen</a>. The possibilites are endless........just chose a yarn that is smooth and has one colour for the best definition.<br />
You can purchase the pattern in my Raverly store<a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/snow-queen-infinity-cowl"> here</a>. And as always if you have any questions or comments you can always drop me a line.<br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
Megan<br />
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Hey Everyone....I came across this amazing build that I JUST HAD TO SHARE. Let me just say that I want to move in....or at least....build one like it....I hope you enjoy:<br />
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I truly love this home. I can't make up my mind what I love most-all of it I guess!! And that "play house" out back- Sigh!!<br />
This amazing build is by Great Neighbourhood Homes. Isn't it stunning? Lovely?? So liveable? I LOVE IT!!<br />
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I know I haven't been around much as of late......I have been struggling a bit as far as the blog goes. Feeling like I have been having a bit of writers block and all that. I truly love sharing my passion with you all. I just haven't been feeling myself lately. Hopefully all will be back to normal soon.<br />
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Thanks for stopping by........and sharing in a little Craftsman love!!<br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
Megan</div>
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Yes Everyone.....I have been here. Just been a strange week. Head is muddled....life getting in the way and all that! Please stay tuned as I will be back very soon.......<br />
In the meantime please enjoy this amazing image from <a href="http://allsorts.typepad.com/">Allsorts</a>:<br />
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Hey Everyone....a really quick post today......So my last post I talked about that "Seed Stitch Pillow" from Pottery Barn and that it really is a Garter Stitch pillow.....well...... I emailed them to let them know the error of their ways and NEVER thought in a million years that I would get a response!!! Well, wonders never cease...I got an email back:<br />
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Meganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09861115473785219103noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2057122690346909064.post-83688756561152481992013-10-22T04:30:00.000-07:002013-10-22T04:30:00.628-07:00KNIT PICKING.......POTTERY BARN<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Hey everyone, Just a very quick posting. I came across this pillow at Pottery Barn:<br />
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First of all....love knit accessories for the home. I really love this colour combo, always have. I do however, have a few of issues with this particular pillow. Maybe not the actual pillow however...let me explain. My first issue with this is the "naming" of the pillow. They have named it "Seed Stitch Knit Pillow". Which would be fine if IT WERE SEED STITCH!!!! See this is one area where I kind of loose my nut. If you are going to use a "technical" naming term, then at least call it by it's proper name. For those of you unfamiliar with knitting this particular stitch is known as GARTER STITCH. Which in knitting terms is the easiest kntting stitch by far. All you have to do to achieve this lovely stitch pattern is to knit (K) every row- thus giving you the ever popular GARTER STITCH. Seed stitch is made quite differently and gives a completely different look. I know this may be just a little detail, however, I am a detail kinda gal!<br />
Secondly, there is NO way on God's green earth I would pay $65.00 US for this pillow. That doesn't even include the insert!! It doesn't even cost them much to make this. It probably cost them all of $3.00 to make- no I am totally serious! Even if it cost them $10.00 they are still overcharging by far. Any person who is able to just knit, and I mean know how to do the "knit" stitch could whip this up in no time flat. I know, I know.....those of you out there are saying....all well and good for you since you know how to knit. Well folks, I am here to tell you that making something just like this pillow is NOT ROCKET SCIENCE. It is created using the simplist knit stitch there is. That and it is knit in a heavy gauge-say on a 6mm needle with Aran or Chunky yarn. Easy Peazy!! You can make this for less than $20.00.....Yarn, needles and form. I am serious......I think I have just set a challenge for myself and I will share it with you all.......Oh I love a challenge.<br />
Thirdly, they are using ACRYLIC yarn. I have no issue with Acrylic yarn. In fact I intend to do a post real soon on defending this workhorse of a yarn. However, for $65.00 I expect a little something more...just saying.<br />
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I just had to have my say on this one.......I suppose I wouldn't have had such an issue with this lovely pillow if and I mean if they had named it right and offered it up at a reasonable price. Just my opnion is all.<br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
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I emailed Pottery Barn. Here it is;<br />
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Hi- just wanted to let you know that someone in your design dept. has misnamed an item. The item is named as "Seed Stitch Knit Pillow". To those that understand knitwear know that the pillow was NOT made with a Seed Stitch but was actually knit with a GARTER STITCH. Just a small detail. However, when it's wrong it's wrong. If a technical name for a product is to be used then perhaps using the right one is in order. Thought I would pass this along.<br />
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Hey Everyone.....just a quick posting today. Here is a sneak peek at my next project:<br />
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This little one is working up really quickly-all things considering! I wanted to knit it in a pure wool- I chose Paton's Classic Wool. I have always wanted to do a poncho with a rectangular shape- it always looks so amazing on people. There is a classic, sophistication to someone who throws on a poncho. It always looks so good on so many body types.<br />
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It was asked what colour is this room. As I stated in that entry, sometimes the designer will answer the questions posed and sometimes they don't. The designer had not answered what colour it was and someone had suggested to print this pic and take it to their nearest paint store and have it colour matched. And as I stated in the previous post, I gave my opinion on that one!! I ended up having a conversation on <a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/5912263/White-Lake-beach-style-bedroom-grand-rapids">Houzz</a> with the person who suggested to print the pic. Lets just say it wasn't overly positive on her end. I made the point that everyone's printer is different, as is everyone's monitor. Your paint store may indeed be able to colour match what has been printed, however, it will NOT be what the actual colour is in the room. Most average printers aren't that accurate when it comes to colour. Most print great, but not necessarily accurate. I stated that even if that printed pic was bang on, how that colour looks in this incredible bedroom won't necessarily look great in your room. That is why it is so important to test colours out in YOUR space. You may find you might need a colour with a little more green in it, or one that is a little more saturated etc...... My point was lost on this individual. So it made me think......Ok you print a pic and then have it colour matched. But wait.......I will tell you right now......don't do that.....here is why.</div>
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Although they are not the greatest pics in the world you can see my point. Your printer will NOT print out an accurate enough colour match. I don't care how good your printer is. BUT....just say you have the worlds best printer and it is accurate beyond anything. Well great! Colour match it and then go from there. I would give the same advice as if you knew exactly what colour the designer used in a particular room. Great, get that colour.....BUT USE IT AS A STARTING POINT! What looks great in one room can look horrible in another. The same can be said for even a particular colour in a room. That is why it is so important to look at the colour in the room that you will be painting. AND TO LOOK AT IT AT DIFFERENT TIMES OF THE DAY. Years ago when I was going to repaint my living room I loved a particular khaki colour. Loved it in the daytime, HATED it at night. It took on a horrible yellowy greeny tone at night. </div>
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Hey everyone.....back from the turkey coma from the weekend.....well actually it was more like a coma from all the pies that I made. The hubs and I decided that our contribution to the dinner would be dessert....so we made 2 apple pies, 2 pumpkin pies and 1 cherry pie. The only pic I have was taken quickly by a camera phone uploaded by someone else:<br />
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My Mum-In-Law thought I was crazy to make so many....however, there were 15 of us. And I knew that the next day people would want to take some home....like my nephew that lives on his own not too far from here. He is always open to free food!! I figured like in "Field of Dreams".....if you make them they will eat it!<br />
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Anyways......I wanted to share this adorable nursery from Hong Kong. I think what struck me most about the room was the wall colour and the beautiful modern built ins.......not to mention that great Eames Hanger!<br />
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Now......I can't tell if this is a shared space or a nursery with a bed in it. As space is at a premium in Hong Kong I would imagine that this is a shared space with Mum and Dad. I really love the wall colour....really love it! I have no idea what it is. A similar wall colour could be: <br />
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Benjamin Moore-Bird's Egg 2051-60</div>
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I adore that colour. Just enough blue, just enough green, just enough of everything. It isn't too saturated colour and it has loads of life.<br />
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To get the Eames Hanger try;<br />
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A great place to get all things modern is at <a href="http://www.dwr.com/home.do">Design Within Reach</a>. This lovely Eames Hang-it-All can be yours at DWR for $199.99 US. It is fun, it is funky and who doesn't love little balls of colour?? It is just one of those objects that just makes me happy whenever I see it.<br />
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Normally I am a traditional kinda girl, however, I love this space. There is such a calm and serene vibe about it. Yet it is young and fresh. <br />
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Have a great day everyone.<br />
Megan</div>
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