Gina's Crocheting Etc.

Oregon Coast Afghan

2008-01-31T16:45:00.000-05:00

This Oregon Coast Afghan is my latest finished project. I saw it in a book and just had to make it. Although the whole afghan is only repeating a single row basically over and over, I had the worst time getting started as it just didn't seem as if it was going right until I got about 4 rows done and then it started looking like the picture.

2007-12-21T17:22:00.000-05:00

I crocheted it using luxurious chenille yarns in Terra Cotta and a Speckled Brown that are so soft you would not believe it. It measures 41" x 60". I truly love the colors, the feel of the afghan and would keep it for myself if it matched my decor however it unfortunately does not. You would not believe the rich look of the afghan until you actually see it. The pictures just do not do it justice. Also please note that the top pictures are closer to the actual color, the picture on the sofa is somewhat dark so it does not show the true colors.

Black & Gray Ripple

2007-12-21T17:12:00.000-05:00

This ripple is made from the Lionbrand Thick & Quick Chenille. I cannot imagine why they discontinued the gray color called Flannel as it is almost silvery and looks beautiful combined with the black.

Previously Completed Projects

2007-12-21T17:10:00.000-05:00

Previously Completed Projects: If you would like to see some of my recently completed projects these are links to them: Frosty's Chenille Pet Cushion: http://tinyurl.com/pvhnm Turquoise Shawl/Lapghan: http://tinyurl.com/r9ay7 Maxi's Cushion: http://tinyurl.com/nkv57 Kayla's Kaliedoscope Afghan: http://tinyurl.com/qgph2 Lisa Suede Afghan: http://tinyurl.com/qz4lh Mom's Chenille Afghan: http://tinyurl.com/q3z7x Martha Poncho: http://tinyurl.com/mbhw4 Andrea's Wine Afghan: http://tinyurl.com/q5ree Turquoise & Black Afghan Link: http://tinyurl.com/qa7cd Black & Desert Link: http://tinyurl.com/onpjr The final project listed is my afghan that Lionbrand used in one of their newsletters. Gina

Marine Blue Mistake

2007-12-17T08:42:00.001-05:00

This was the first ripple afghan I made using the Marine Blue Chenille Thick & Quick. Although this afghan did not turn out as planned, these photos show the color much better than the other post. I do not know if I got some defective yarn or somehow messed up and used hot water in the washing of it when completed but the yarn seemed to stretch and wound up with big loops everywhere. I took it to show my Mom and was ready to pitch the thing as I was so dissapointed in the outcome. However my friend, Mahsa, loved the afghan and said since she wasn't a crocheter, she would have assumed I made it that way on purpose as she loved it. So I gave it to her. She has since written me that numerous people have asked her how she made it.

Aunt Mary's Simply Soft Shells

2007-12-17T08:19:00.000-05:00

This is an afghan I made for my Aunt Mary for her birthday. I prefer to use the chenille yarns but she lives in a nursing home and needed a yarn that was easier to maintain. Her last chenille one was ruined by the staff not washing it correctly. This was made using 2 strands of Simply Soft and turned out to be a very warm, soft and machine washable afghan. The close up is the closest to the actual color of the yarn.

Mom's Scarlet Shells

2007-12-17T08:07:00.000-05:00

This is an afghan I made for my Mom using Lionbrand's Scarlet Chenille Thick & Quick Yarn. Once again my pictures came out too dark and the beauty of the Scarlet color is not clear. However this makes a beautiful afghan for those who love red. I was tempted to keep it myself but it was Mom's birthday and she had asked for this color so I sent it to her. I made another afghan using the same pattern and Forest Green Chenille Thick & Quick that came out gorgeous too and very warm and soft. I love using this yarn because of it's softness and because with it's thickness, it works up very quickly.

Marine Blue Ripple

2007-12-17T08:01:00.000-05:00

This is a different ripple pattern using Lionbrand's Marine Blue Chenille Thick & Quick yarn. The pictures came out to dark but it is truly a beautiful color and came out very soft and warm. The closest to the true color is the close up.

Sam - My Lost Baby

2007-12-06T09:52:00.000-05:00

I had a wonderful gift in Sam. He was a joy to me for nearly 12 years. I lost him last week due to cancer. My world is just not the same anymore. It is hard to imagine how much a cat has an effect on your every day life. But Sam was always larger than life. I believe he saw himself as a panther when he looked in the mirror as he was always fearless. He could be aggressive when necessary but also was the most sensitive and loving cat I have ever been around. If I was ever upset, raised my voice or cried, Sam came running to the rescue and would rub my face with his until he thought I was okay. He isn't here to rub my face now as the tears fall while I try to type this. I hope everyone is blessed with an animal or a friend that means as much to them as Sam did to me.

The pictures I am posting are when he was well and weighed in at 25 lbs or more. At the end, he probably only weighed about 5 or 6 lbs. but he still showed his affection right up to the end. He will be forever missed and irreplaceable.

Purple Passion Ripple

2007-12-06T09:46:00.000-05:00

This is an afghan that my sister asked me to make for a friend who loves purple. It is made with Lionbrand Chenille Thick & Quick so it worked up very quickly and is very soft.

Bold Star Shaped Afghan

2007-02-04T11:45:00.000-05:00

This star shaped afghan is made with Lion Brand's Chenille Thick & Quick Yarn. It is incredibly soft and quite different looking. I think it may be one of the most unique afghans I have ever made. It measures approximately 76 inches from point to point. It would make a beautiful focal point to the decoration of any room.I only wish the pictures could better show the beauty of the colors. I tried with the closeups but they just don't compare to seeing it in person.

Baby Shell Afghan

2007-01-28T21:28:00.000-05:00

Any baby that receives this will look wonderful and stay quite warm in this variegated baby shell afghan. It should keep them quite warm since it was crocheted using two strands of a sparkly variegated yarn and a sparkly white. The measurements are 40" x 43". If you are interested in purchasing this baby blanket, you may do so at my store site: http://GinasCrocheting.etsy.com

Suede Waterlillies Sweater Jacket

2007-01-23T15:29:00.001-05:00

This is a sweater I crocheted from a combination of two patterns. I used Lionbrand Waterlillies Suede yarn which makes a very comfortable, soft and warm sweater/jacket.

Velvetspun Baby Afghan

2007-01-01T13:50:00.000-05:00

This is a baby blanket I just finished using Lionbrand's Velvetspun yarn. It has to be the softest baby yarn I have ever used in my life and works up beautifully. Your baby will never want to leave this blanket. It feels just like velvet. I am selling this blanket for $100.00 which includes shipping within the USA. I do accept Paypal. Buy this and wrap your baby in softness.

Black & Desert Tan Ripple

2006-12-30T19:18:00.000-05:00

This is a picture of one of my projects that Lionbrand Yarn put in one of their newsletters. Here is the link to the newsletter if you would like to see it: http://cache.lionbrand.com/Newsletters/2006MarIssue3.html

Scarves for Christmas Presents

2006-12-30T17:01:00.000-05:00

These are scarves I made as Christmas gifts out of a very soft chenille yarn. I would be happy to make one if you contact me for $25.00 which includes shipping. Just let me know what color you would like. They are very comfy and warm. I do accept Paypal.

Terra Cotta Chenille Thick & Quick Throw

2006-12-30T16:54:00.000-05:00

I love the colors and texture of this Throw. It is incredibly soft and would make a wonderful addtion to anyone's home. I am selling it for $100.00 which includes UPS shipping within the USA. I do accept Paypal.

Lisa's Suede Sweater

2006-12-22T12:57:00.000-05:00

This is a sweater I made my sister for Christmas out of Lion Brand "Spice" yarn. She is lucky to have received it as I wanted to keep for myself.

Momma Pat's Sweater & Scarf

2006-12-22T12:49:00.000-05:00

Here is an actual picture of Momma Pat wearing her jacket and the chenille scarf I made her for her birthday.

Gina's Crocheting and Knitting

2006-12-22T12:28:00.000-05:00

Crocheting & Knitting I spend most of my spare time crocheting or knitting projects, as I find it very relaxing and rewarding when I finish a project that someone appreciates. I hope to hook up with others who share the same interest to discuss current projects, exchange patterns and ideas, etc.This is a picture of one of my projects that Lionbrand Yarn put in one of their recent newsletters.Gina posted by Gina @ 7:34 AM 19 comments

Momma Pat's Birthday Sweater/Jacket

2006-12-08T11:22:00.000-05:00

This is the Suede Sweater Jacket I made for Momma Pat's birthday. I almost kept it but she is slightly smaller than me so it didn't fit real well. Will post pictures of her in it once she sends them to me.

More Moonshadow Jacket Photos

2006-11-20T09:54:00.000-05:00

Moonshadow Suede Jacket

2006-11-20T09:52:00.000-05:00

This is my 2nd jacket I made for a neighbor after she saw the first one I made.

More Orchard Photos

2006-11-20T09:50:00.000-05:00

Suede Orchard Jacket

2006-11-20T09:45:00.000-05:00

This is my most current project, making suede jackets. It has been a learning experience. I have never made garments before. Please keep in mind that I don't have the best photographer and that the jacket is actually an XL so it doesn't fit me quite correctly. Gina

White Swirl Baby Blanket

2006-10-12T14:05:00.000-04:00

This is a baby afghan I knitted with Baby Clouds White Swirl yarn and then added a crocheted shell border. I didn't have an actual baby to model the blanket for me so we had to substitute with Baby Buckie.

Kayla's Shawl

2006-10-12T13:40:00.000-04:00

This is a shawl I made for my niece using Patons Bohemian yarn. I don't think I have ever felt a softer yarn. She loves it.

Ray's Ripple

2006-07-16T17:23:00.000-04:00

This is an afghan that my Mom asked me to make for her neighbor, Ray. He does lots of favors for her, liking letting out her dog when she has to work late, and she wanted to give him something for them. I thought about keeping it since it went really well with my black leather recliner however that was the only piece of furniture it went well with. Hope he enjoys it. It is also made from the Lionbrand Thick & Quick Chenille. I cannot imagine why they discontinued the gray color called Flannel as it is almost silvery and looks beautiful combined with the black.

Crocheted Purple Passion

2006-07-04T13:16:00.000-04:00

This is an afghan I just finished crocheting done in Lionbrand's Chenille Thick & Quick, Dark Purple, Amethyst Print and Antique White. The finished dimensions are 48" x 52". This is one I will sell for $150.00. It is just a shame not to be able see these in person. One cannot tell how rich the colors look or feel the softness of the item just by the pictures.

Recently Completed Projects

2006-06-27T10:43:00.000-04:00

If you would like to see some of my recently completed projects these are links to them: Frosty's Chenille Pet Cushion: http://tinyurl.com/pvhnm Turquoise Shawl/Lapghan: http://tinyurl.com/r9ay7 Maxi's Cushion: http://tinyurl.com/nkv57 Kayla's Kaliedoscope Afghan: http://tinyurl.com/qgph2 Lisa Suede Afghan: http://tinyurl.com/qz4lh Mom's Chenille Afghan: http://tinyurl.com/q3z7x Martha Poncho: http://tinyurl.com/mbhw4 Andrea's Wine Afghan: http://tinyurl.com/q5ree Turquoise & Black Afghan Link: http://tinyurl.com/qa7cd Black & Desert Link: http://tinyurl.com/onpjr The final project listed is my afghan that Lionbrand used in one of their newsletters. Gina

Latest Finished Project

2006-06-18T10:10:00.000-04:00

This is my latest project. I crocheted it using luxurious chenille yarns in Terra Cotta and a Speckled Brown that are so soft you would not believe it. It measures 41" x 60". I truly love the colors, the feel of the afghan and would keep it for myself if it matched my decor however it unfortunately does not. You would not believe the rich look of the afghan until you actually see it. The pictures just do not do it justice. Also please note that the top pictures are closer to the actual color, the picture on the sofa is somewhat dark so it does not show the true colors. Therefore, if you would like to have it for your own or know someone that you would like to give a lovely gift, I would be willing to sell it for $150.00 plus shipping. Handmade crocheted items like this can make a lovely attraction in any room of your home and make wonderful gifts. Please contact me if you have an interest in this item.

Crocheting & Knitting

2006-05-28T10:34:00.000-04:00

I spend most of my spare time crocheting or knitting projects, as I find it very relaxing and rewarding when I finish a project that someone appreciates. I hope to hook up with others who share the same interest to discuss current projects, exchange patterns and ideas, etc. This is a picture of one of my projects that Lionbrand Yarn put in one of their recent newsletters. Gina