Friday, July 27, 2012

Quick To Do

Astri at Apple Blossom Dreams asked if I used a sharp hook.
Val at The Little Things asked if I crocheted the border first and then attached or if I crocheted through the towel.
This is what I did.
A simple running stitch across the bottom using cotton yarn.
Then I turn the towel so I am working right to left.
Tie in my color and crochet into each running stitch using single, double and triple crochet.
Sometimes chain stitches.
Whatever strikes my fancy.
And in under 30 minutes, I have a pretty little handtowel.
Quick and easy.
Like this basket.
Worked in rounds with the handle crocheted up from one side to the other where it is attached with  single crochet.

I've started another project which is taking a bit more time with all its fiddly parts.

Wishing you a happy, creative day!
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23 comments:

  1. LindaJuly 27, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    Hi Tammy,
    You are such an expert craftswoman. I love your creations! Beautiful!! :)

    Thanks so much for your sweet comments on the blog. I appreciated reading each one.

    Hope you enjoy a beautiful weekend in your part of the world! ♥

    My sister and her family and the little ones are coming for a visit again, so there will be the backyard pool time, perhaps camping out if the heat lessens a bit, a campfire perhaps, and just lots of great family time.

    Sarah unfortunately will miss it because she doesn't return home until Sunday, but she's not lacking in the fun department. She's having the time of her life in the beautiful Gatlinburg, Tennessee area.

    Well, take care. :)
    Linda

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  2. Grandma Yellow HairJuly 27, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    Hi honey
    Just wanted to come by and say hello before I start my day outside mowing. lol
    I always enjoy my visits with you because your always making something beautiful even in your kitchen.
    These towels I love but no way could I do them in thirty minutes.
    So that basket is crocheted too. I don't think I have ever seen anything like it. Just lovely.
    Sending you much love and wishes for a wonderful weekend.
    Love
    Maggie

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  3. hooksandyarnsJuly 27, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    Oh my gosh - that is such a great idea. I will have to use that for the little flannel blankies I'm going to crochet on for my nephew's baby. (I can't get my Sharp crochet hook to work right). Thank you so much. :)

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  4. Stitchy Mc Floss July 27, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    I love that you use a running stitch on your towels! That's a really great idea.

    The basket is adorable. Can't wait to see what you are making next.

    Another post of the story I am writing is up on the writer's blog today, :)

    Blessings always

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  5. AstriJuly 27, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    Thank you Tammy! That looks pretty easy and what a nice result. :-)

    Have a stupendous weekend!!!

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  6. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartJuly 27, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    Thanks for showing how to make the towels! They are so nice! Love the basket too.

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  7. Sam I Am......July 27, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    You're amazing, girlfriend. I'm so anal...I have to have instructions written down in front of me preferably in large type! LOL!
    What yarn did you use for the basket? It looks like it stands on its own and the handle stands up too. Very pretty! How did you do that? Amazing! Magic!

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  8. Lori annJuly 27, 2012 at 6:38 PM

    so clever and pretty! that is such a great idea! thank you for sharing tammy, have fun with your projects! and have a lovely weekend!

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  9. TannaJuly 27, 2012 at 6:57 PM

    You are as quick as a cat with that crochet hook!! Great work. blessings ~ tanna

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  10. BeccaJuly 27, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    Thanks for sharing this Tammy...I was kind of wondering about that too. I would love to try this one day. Happy weekend to you!

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  11. SusanJuly 27, 2012 at 9:41 PM

    Hi Tammy....I think you do great work. Hope you have a lovely day, too! Susan

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  12. ~*~Patty SJuly 28, 2012 at 1:19 AM

    when you "say" it like that Tammy...it sounds and looks easy!

    you do create such lovely crocheted treasures

    Happy weekend to you and yours
    oxo

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  13. oldthingsJuly 28, 2012 at 1:30 AM

    Dear Tammy
    Very beautiful the towel! Are you sure it's easy and fast? I am sure it is for you but for me no . Ican make a simple buckles but it will take days! And I love to have at my towel buckles. My mother fortunately made ​​me many!
    Have a nice weekend
    Olympia

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  14. MisteaJuly 28, 2012 at 3:11 AM

    I love the cute basket - It looks perfect for collecting fruit in summer.
    Enjoy the weekend.

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  15. CreateologyJuly 28, 2012 at 5:40 AM

    Tammy you are so sweet to share your crocheted towel technique. The towels are beautiful with your crocheted edging. The little basket is wonderful. Happy weekend to you dear...

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  16. Julia @ Vintage with LacesJuly 28, 2012 at 9:06 AM

    Thank you for the tip on how to crochet on a towel, Tammy! The basket is very cute.
    Have a lovely weekend!
    xoxo,
    Julia
    PS: Sorry for the double comment yesterday. With the first one, I got an error message and thought it wouldn't be processed. When I had written it again, the first one was published though.

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  17. BarbinaJuly 28, 2012 at 1:12 PM

    Thank you so much for sharing this Tammy! Just a few days ago I thought I could do something like this as a present for my aunt, but had no idea how to do it! :)
    And your little basket turned out really cute!
    Have a wonderful weekend! xxBarbina

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  18. DagmarJuly 28, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    Great project..you are so quick! I am impressed❤

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  19. valJuly 28, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    oh you are clever girl...love it!

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  20. AnonymousJuly 29, 2012 at 6:56 AM

    I think you should rename your blog to THE QUEEN OF CROCHET!
    Love ya!
    Gwen

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  21. UnknownJuly 29, 2012 at 6:48 PM

    Tammy, you are, undeniably, the Queen of Crochet, and your blog always makes me smile!

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  22. Mrs. MicawberJuly 30, 2012 at 6:46 AM

    Thanks for the tip on the running stitch - great idea! Hope you're staying cool (or as cool as you can).

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  23. CatJuly 30, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    Thank you for sharing Tammy I think these crochet edges really turn a boring towel into a pretty gift and I love the basket too. Have a wonderful week:)

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