Tuesday 18 December 2012

Christmas in a new light!! And a giveaway too! :)

Ok , I will throw a light on this :) Raj bought me a new table lamp to take photos for my blog . I am still experimenting with the correct angles because even though the light is good , I have only basic photography skills . The count of images you see is 10% of what I clicked ;)

I crocheted this flower with a metallic thread .  I ordered it online when I was a novice in yarn selection . I just liked the festive red colour . I have written the pattern for this flower at the end of this post aaaannnndd there is a giveaway too !! :))

Crochet metallic flower 1
 
Crochet metallic flower 3

Crochet metallic flower 4

Crochet metallic flower 5

Give away !!
I thought that the thread was of size 20 but while crocheting I felt it is slightly thinner .  This thread can also be used for embroidery and tatting . I can give away 5 balls out of 9 balls of these threads that I am left with . If anyone is interested , just leave a comment or mail me (preetipalnew@gmail.com) about the same . If there are more than one interested , I will draw the name and accordingly inform the recipient to send her mailing address . Do spread the word .
Details of the thread : Camellia Yarn Art, metallic red, 20g/.70 oz 190m/207yds.

Pattern (in U.S. terms)
With crochet thread size 30/20 and 1/1.2mm hook, the flower would measure around 2.5 to 3 inches . You can select gauge based on your yarn .
Colours: cream and red

Round 1: With cream colour :  Ch 7, join with sl st to form a ring . Ch 4 (count as dc , ch 1) , [dc , ch1] 11 times in the ring . Join in 3rd ch of beg ch-4 (12 ch-1 sps) .
Round 2 : Ch 3 (count as first dc) , 2 dc in next sp , [dc in next dc , 2dc in next sp] rep around , join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3 . Fasten off . (36 dc)
Round 3: Attach red with sl st in same st as joining . Ch1 , sc in same st , sc in each of next 2 sts , *[sc , ch 9 , sc] in next st ** , sc in each of next 5 sts , rep from * around , ending last rep at ** , sc in each of last 2 sts , join in beg sc . (6 ch-9 sps)
Round 4 : Ch1 , sc  in same st as joining , *[3 dc , 4 tr , 2dtr ,  ch-4 Picot , 2dtr , 4tr , 3dc] in ch-9 sp . Skip 2 sts sc in next st ** repeat from * ; at the end ,  join into the first sc .
Stitch reference:
Ch-4 Picot: Ch 4 , sl st into the top of last dtr .
Sl st –slip stitch ; dc- double crochet ; tr- treble ; dtr- double treble

If there is a mistake , please correct it for yourself ;) however , if you find any , you can leave a comment .

I don’t celebrate Christmas religiously but we enjoy the fun and exchange gifts .  India is a country where we have many religions and we celebrate all festivals in our own way :)

While my daughter is practising ‘Christmas carols’ at school and Raj playing ‘secret Santa’ at office , I am crocheting with a glitter to be a part of this festivity :)

Do write in and enjoy the festive season !

Preeti :)


 

38 comments:

  1. That's beautiful, Preeti! lovely flowers...like the thread you used.
    well, understood just now that you giving it away!??please, consider me!
    (did u by it Indian market?)
    I also celebrate now all possible holidays, so it creates more joy!:)Have a Merry Christmas!

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  2. Hello Preeti
    I rather like your approach to the different religious festivities and I quote "we celebrate all festivals in our own way" a very positive view, where there is at times so much negativity where the difference in religions are concerned. In my opinion its just not necessary (the negativity I mean) its just a question of respect and acceptance. Anyhow good for you! What lovely sparkling thread perfect for this time of the year and the flowers are adorable.
    Please do add me to your giveaway that is if international followers are included. I'm going to post a link to your giveaway on my blog all the same.

    keep well

    Amanda :-)

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  3. Dear all,

    To Anna's (Hindustanka) query, I had ordered this thread from http://www.houseofhachi.com/. They sell more of yarns now than threads. The Color is fast.

    To Amanda's query,
    Yes, I am considering international friends too. The thread quantity is too much for me alone to use. I would be happy to share if anyone can make a good use of it.

    To all,
    please remember that it is a thin metallic thread; requires crochet with patience :)

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  4. Hi Preeti!
    The flowers are pretty! The yellow and shiny red proves to be a good combo.I would like to participate in the give away and the first give away I'm taking part. Take me in!

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  5. lovely flowers, happy to be part of the giveaway.

    sharanya
    sara's tasty buds

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  6. Very nice yarn preeti. I Love to see such kind of threads but when come in the working part it will be irritation for me. I have experienced it with the embroidery threads. So I am not participating in the give away. But the flowers are really eye catching. Do you have any idea how to block a crocheted doily? Also the website address for pradhan stores.
    Thanks in advance.

    www.shamiatcraft.blogspot.com

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  7. Beautiful Shinny flowers you have done !
    Have a nice day.
    Anna

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  8. CIAO PREETI VOGLIO RINGRAZIARTI ALL'INFINITO PER LE BELLE PAROLE CHE MI HAI SCRITTO, MI HA FATTO TANTO PIACERE LEGGERE IL TUO COMMENTO ^_^
    TI AUGURO UN SERENO NATALE A TE E ALLA TUA FAMIGLIA ^_^
    UN ABBRACCIO AFFETTUOSO
    NUNZIA ** ITALIA **
    CIAOOOOOOOOOOOO !!!!!!!!

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  9. Hi Preeti, Please include my name in the giveaway. You are right about metallic thread being thinner even if it says size 20. I have crocheted with silver metallic thread previously.
    Love.

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  10. Lovely flowers Preeti, and thank you for the pattern.

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  11. Sounds like each one of you is enjoying the season! Pretty thread and I love your crochet. Thank you for sharing the pattern. Do not put me into the give away, I have my plate and basket full at this time. I would much rather see someone else win who will use it!

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  12. The flowers are lovely. I recently bought some thing metallic yarn and it is very tricky to crochet with. I actually combined it with a regular thin cotton and crocheted some stars which was much easier. Best wishes, Tammy

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  13. Hay,

    Your blog is amazing!
    I will follow your blog.
    Please take a look into my world.

    Greetingssss...Marijke
    www.marijkevanooijen.blogspot.com

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  14. Wishing you a lovely holiday season!

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  15. beautiful shining flowers..thanks for sharing and have a nice day..

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  16. Beautiful flowers. Thanks for linking up to my party. I am following you now!

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  17. Oh.. I love your flowers! They are amazing!

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  18. Beautiful flowers! Love the color and the metalic thread!
    Enjoy Holidays!
    Hugs from Portugal,

    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  19. I share Amanda's opinion about your words concerning different religious celebrations! We are also no Christian people, there are enough other reasons to celebrate winter solstice ;-).
    Your flowers look so wonderful with this shiny thread! ♥ Thank you very much for the pattern :-).
    For the giveaway you can count me in, but only if Germany is not too expensive for sending!
    Happy holidays ;-)

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  20. Hi Preeti, these are adorable. I'm just stopping by to say how delightful your blog is. Thanks so much for sharing. I have recently found your blog and am now following you, and will visit often. Please stop by my blog and perhaps you would like to follow me also. Have a wonderful day. Hugs, Chris
    http://chelencarter-retiredandlovingit.blogspot.ca/

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  21. Πανέμορφα και πολύ λαμπερά τα λουλουδάκια σου. Χρόνια πολλά εύχομαι και με χαρά να μας έρθει και ο κινούριος χρόνος.

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  22. Hi Preeti,

    I would like to receive one long with the flower. If you still have one to send over let me know so that I can mail my address to you. my email id is s2madura@gmail.com

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  23. The giveaway is closed. Thanks for your interest!

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  24. These are soooooooo beautiful
    They have quite an elegant look :)

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  25. Lovely flower, thanks for sharing!

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  26. Τόσο όμορφα !!
    Καλή χρονιά με υγεία και χαμόγελο !!!!!

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  27. Lovely flowers. Happy New Year!

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  28. Lovely Flowers Preeti.. Enjoy crocheting...

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  29. Thank you for visiting my blog and Wow!!...love the flowers. I absolutely love your use of color....so many pretty things:)

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  30. Hi Preeti,
    I found your blog through a link on another blog. I'm glad I checked it out. I love the things you make and I think it is awesome that your daughter loves to craft as well. I just wanted to ask you the name and color of this yarn. It's beautiful! I also have a blog If you would like to check it out and leave some feedback I'd appreciate it. crochetbyladyday.blogspot.com Thanks

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  31. Hi Preeti,
    I have tried this flower and it came out well. Thanks for the pattern. Planning to do more. I have posted it here:
    http://shamiatcraft.blogspot.in/2013/02/crocheted-flower.html

    Shami.
    www.shamiatcraft.blogspot.com

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