A wonderful discovery on Kirsty's blog this morning. Something I had never seen, or heard of before - Broomstick Lace. It has been hiding - well, hiding from me as least. I was smitten, intrigued and rather excited.
I had to learn how to create this stitch immediately! Housework promptly neglected.
It's quite wonderful - rather ingenious. My pattern looks a little different from Kirsty's, but that's why it's so wonderful - it lends itself to variations on the theme.
Instant gratification - I feel very satisfied.
I have my own wrist cuff now - and when I'm able, will definitely be experimenting more.
A handful of images to share, documenting my happy discovery - plus one photo I took of K when I met up wtih her last year.
Thankyou beautiful Kirsty for such wonderful inspiration xx
She is wonderful, isn't she!
Love your cuff and the photo of Kirst is gorgeous xx
Posted by: Kate | August 04, 2010 at 02:47 PM
Please tell me you didn't just whip that up this morning! Is there any end to your talents?
(Looks fabulous by the way.)
xx
Posted by: Narrelle | August 04, 2010 at 02:51 PM
Posted by: Michelle Dupont | August 04, 2010 at 02:55 PM
Posted by: Michelle Dupont | August 04, 2010 at 02:56 PM
Your cuff looks wonderful. Yes...same, same but different.
Everyone should have one I say.
Thanks for being so lovely. x
Posted by: Kirsty | August 04, 2010 at 03:00 PM
Posted by: Michelle Dupont | August 04, 2010 at 03:30 PM
my god woman. i ditto narrelle's comments. are you for real? how did you how did you how did you? :)
Posted by: Christine | August 04, 2010 at 03:39 PM
hrmmmmm now i'm thinking i might have to jump on this bandwagon, housework and homework be damned!
time to hunt through the stash...
xox
Posted by: nicole | August 04, 2010 at 04:20 PM
Oh wow! That's a really good idea!
Posted by: Sweet Shoppe Kitty | August 05, 2010 at 12:45 AM
That is so very awesome!
Posted by: Julie | August 05, 2010 at 04:25 AM
oh,my goodness...that is perfectly wonderful,M...
I do love your version!
I will have to pop over and check Kirsty's out!
Posted by: theresa/t does wool | August 05, 2010 at 10:01 AM
Oh thats gorgeous!
Posted by: Linda | August 07, 2010 at 04:26 AM
Your choice of yarn and the work together look amazing. Brilliant job!
Posted by: andigal | August 08, 2010 at 02:24 AM
My broomstick has never been that creative! Beautiful work and a really lovely pic of Kirsty too.
Posted by: Running Thread | August 08, 2010 at 01:01 PM
So pretty. I'm inspired.
Posted by: Debbie | August 09, 2010 at 01:15 PM
Thank to you, I now know about broomstick lace too, as well as Kirstie's blog. Your cuff is absolutely beautiful. I must resist the temptation to stay up all night and figure it out... I'm not sure I'll catch on as quickly as you did...
Posted by: nicole | August 13, 2010 at 12:51 PM
whoopee! thank you for sharing this...will be making tonight! yours is gorgeous.
Posted by: annri | August 17, 2010 at 12:18 PM
I am so glad to have stumbled across your blog. It has definitley been the find of the week and I've added you to my bloglines.
Inspiring images and text.
Posted by: Mosswood | August 19, 2010 at 10:42 AM
how did you fasten it together?
Posted by: Laura Nelson | August 19, 2010 at 07:32 PM
Wow, beautiful photos and I LOVE your cuff! I've been sewing some fabric ones but this is far superior. I am a bit of a gumby with wool but might even try to give this is a go.
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So tell us Mechgogo, is it customary to shop around a store with your motorcycle helmet perched on your head? Or using it as a shopping basket to carry the BBQ sauce?
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