Say-Very Sweet Things | (Savory & Sweet Thing) from my home to yours

By Liz

A good way to use leftover yarns and threads.

I used Peaches & Cream Cotton Yarn- http://www.peachesandcreme.com/ This pouch is 3 1/2″ X 2 3/4″

*Start with an oval.

Ch 12

Notes:

At the beginning of each row first sc should be in same sc as joining sl st.
Pattern is worked in the round; do not turn at end of Rnd.

Rnd 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in back loop only till you reach the last ch (10 sc*), 3 sc in last ch

wrapping around (should resemble a hook), continue across in unused loops of foundation ch, sc

across to last ch st (10 sc), 3 sc in ch, join with sl st to first sc.

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc in next 10 sc, 2 sc in next 3 sc, sc in ea of next 10 sc, 2 sc in next 3 sc st. join.

Crochet all the way around with out adding any additional stitches for 8 rounds.

Start decreasing-

On row 9 I did two decreases on each side of pouch then I continued sc (without decrease) for two

more rows.

Loosely sl st around top. End.

For the lacy flap I used Aunt Lydia’s size #3 cotton thread (I modified the chart below to fit).

After the flap is completed, do not end. Crochet 5 rows of sc on flat side. End.

Attach flap to back of pouch purse.

*For a larger purse do more oval (bottom) rows and extra rows for the rest of the purse. For a wider purse make your foundation ch longer, then you can decide on how long you want your pouch.

You can find ”How to Crochet an Oval” at Bukisa.

Also, I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that I had a wonderful Mother’s Day.

I got a lemon cake with raspberry filling-

and a cute bear/balloon with three rose.

Along with chocolate covered caramel topped with a touch of sea salt that my daughter sent.

Big hugs and kisses to my family.

Child’s Crocheted Top

May 20, 2013

By Liz

A simple, crochet child’s top (sized 3-4) using #3 crochet thread.

Lazy, lazy lady. I still haven’t woven in the ends and cut the excess.

I crocheted the motifs first, then worked from there.

Each motif is 2″ x 2″.

This is the second one I made. After I finished the first one, I noticed that the cotton thread were two different colors. Each ball is from the same color and dye lot.

What happened?

Grrrr!

I didn’t write the pattern down, therefore I don’t have it to post. I tried to do that this morning, but I am really bad when it come to writing patterns.

Little Crochet Drawstring Bags

April 17, 2013

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By Liz

Three months ago I crochet two little drawstring bags using cotton thread I had leftover from the dish cloths I crocheted. I had both Peaches and Cream or Sugar and Cream cotton thread on hand.

This one measures 6 ½” x 4½”

This one measures 4″ x 3″.

Start with a crocheted oval in sc (any size you wish) then crochet evenly in rounds until desired length before adding open mesh. Picot stitch around the top. Chain desired length for strings-make 2. Add an embellishment.

That’s it!

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LolliEggz For Easter

March 30, 2013

By Liz

Using things I have on hand, I wanted to make something for Easter.

These LolliEggz are made with felt.

They are similar to the LolliFlowers I made.

My embroidery skills?

Not so much!

Nonetheless, they do look pretty set into a basket, surround by the little wooden eggs.

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Little Crocheted Basket

March 22, 2013

By Liz

A little crocheted basket I made a couple of months ago.

This one measures 3½” wide by 2″ long.

I used #3 crochet thread. I started with an sc oval and then crocheted in even rounds, adding three rows of cluster stitches, until desired length. Each round ends (from beginning to end) with joining with sl st to first sc.

Add some embellishment and a wire handle.

I Arise Today

March 17, 2013

By Liz

I arise today
Through the mighty strength
Of the Lord of creation.

“May God give you…For every storm a rainbow, for every tear a smile, for every care a promise and a blessing in each trial.

For every problem life sends, a faithful friend to share, for every sigh a sweet song and an answer for each prayer.”

Happy St. Patrick’s Day

Easter Tussie Mussie

March 13, 2013

By Liz

I wanted to make something handmade for Easter. So, I made this tussie mussie reminiscent of the Victorian era.

While searching the internet for ideas, I saw some crocheted Easter eggs, and some tussie mussies made from paper.

To make this tussie mussie, I used designer paper and other materials that I had on hand. Designer paper is perfect to use as it is stiffer than paper, but not as still as cardboard.

All nestled atop a bed of moss-

I crocheted the eggs, flowers, and lace border (chart here) using crocheted thread. The ribbon is sewed on using little buttons. Then to make the sign, I used my trusty PSP7 program. The little bunny is a computer graphic that I had made years ago.

I used a cone template, for the tussie mussie, that I found online. Here is where you will find all kinds of cone templates. To hold the tussie mussie together, I glued and then used brads for added security.

You can find the chart for the lace edging here.

This was a cute, easy and quick little Easter project.

Little Crocheted T-Shirts and Flowers Streamer

March 11, 2013

By Liz

I have been waiting to post this cute little streamer/bunting that I made a few months back. As usual, I didn’t write the pattern down, but today I finally sat down and wrote it all down.

The easy part is designing something. The hard part is having to stop my crocheting to write the pattern as I go along.

When an idea comes to me, I set my mind to that idea. I had better get busy before I loose interest.

When designing something, I am in my own little world. I don’t want to be distracted. Especially, the distraction of stopping every few minutes to write down what I just crocheted.

And then, because I didn’t write the pattern down and too many days have passed, I have to start all over again.

So here goes!

You can find the pattern here.

All I ask in return is to be informed if anyone finds a mistakes.

Chocolate Biscuits

March 8, 2013

By Liz

Although I am a coffee drinker, I love the custom of afternoon tea. Generally, I make myself a cup of tea during the day. At times, and very rarely, I like a little something to snack alongside my cup of tea.

The other day, I put together a chocolate biscuit.

Chocolate Biscuits

Preheat oven to 425 degrees

2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 Tablespoons sugar
4 Tablespoons cocoa powder, unsweetened
6 Tablespoons, cold, unsalted butter
3/4 cup plus 2-3 Tablespoons milk

Put all dry ingredients together in a mixing bowl.
Using a wire whisk, mix until all the cocoa and other ingredients are combined.
Cut the butter into 6 pieces, add to dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter, cut butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add milk; stir until dry ingredients are moistened.
Turn dough out onto a floured surface. Knead dough lightly. Pat the dough into a circle, 3/4 inch thick.
With a 2-inch biscuit cutter cut dough, re-rolling the scraps of dough as you go along, into 12 biscuits.
Place biscuits on to a parchment lined baking sheet 1 inch apart.
Bake in to the pre-heated oven for 10 minutes or until lightly browned.

Serve hot with butter, jam, jelly or preserves.

They are so tender with a touch of sweetness and just the perfect hint of chocolate flavor. Therefore adding a jam, or preserve doesn’t make for snack that is too sweet.

I chose a cherry preserve. It has a sweet/tart taste and was perfect for these chocolate biscuits.

During the day, indulge and pamper yourself once in a while. Brew a nice cup of hot tea, pour it into your prettiest cup and let your mind drift to all things good.

Ricotta Cheese Easter Pie

March 4, 2013

By Liz

Redux from March 24, 2008-from my NonnaLuna site.

This pie has been an Easter tradition in my family and is meant to be eaten cold. We serve it as an antipasto.
Some ricotta cheese pies are sweet. This is a savory pie that has a pungent flavor with a hint of sweetness because of the nonpareils.
When serving, serve small slivers. One nine-inch pie is meant to serve 12

RICOTTA CHEESE PIE

Preheat oven 425°F

1 Ready made pie crust-unbaked 9″
1 Container Ricotta Cheese (Whole Milk-15 oz.)
2 Large Eggs
¾ to 1 Cup grated Parmesan Cheese
¼ teaspoon black pepper
3 to 4 oz. Sliced Pepperoni

Non-pareils (Colored candy sprinkles you will find in the baking section of the grocery store).

Separate 1 egg. Set aside
Prepare the bottom pie crust into a 9″ pie plate.
In a medium bowl, mix together: ricotta, egg white (from the separated egg) and the other egg, parmesan cheese and pepper. Fold in sliced pepperoni.
Put cheese mixture into the prepared crust. Cover with top crust. Seal edges together. With pastry bush, brush egg yolk over top crust.
Sprinkle with a generous amount of non-pareil sprinkles over egg-yolked top.

Bake until crust is golden brown, about 25 minutes.

Cool on cooling rack. After completely cooled, place in refrigerator until chilled.

Serves 12