Wednesday 6 August 2014

A cuddly cushion!

A warm summer's afternoon here and a relaxing day for once! We seem to have had so many busy days lately, and with quite a few more to come, that it was nice to have a 'pottering about at home' day. My other half left this morning for France for a few days with work, so the offspring and I have generally mooched about at home.  We're gradually getting things sorted and packed for my daughter's move to Sussex; we're taking her down there next week and staying a couple of days to help her and her boyfriend settle in to their new flat. She's naturally excited about moving and setting up a new home, and keen to start her teacher training - but also a little apprehensive about this next big step in life. And I'm bracing myself for her leaving! We spend a lot of time together and have a lovely close mother-daughter relationship, and I consider myself SO lucky to have that. So it's going to be something of a wrench when she's moved and we only see one another every few months. I'm thrilled that she's got such a promising future ahead - and a nice partner to share it with! - but I'm going to miss her so much. I'm lucky that I've still got my baby boy(!) at home, all 6' teenage attitude of him, but there'll definitely be a 'hole' in the house.  So I'm sorting out all my craft stuff and planning lots of projects to keep me busy! 

Just wanted to share the latest crafty project with you - a lovely hooky, squishy cushion!


This was such a lovely project (I sort of 'adapted' a pattern), and I'm loving the colours! The wool pack I got for the bag that I showed on here recently (you can see it here) had enough wool left to make a cushion - and I love it! I added some chunky wooden buttons and was really pleased with the result.


The stitch pattern is called a 'leaping stitch' and it took me a few attempts to get it right, but being childish and pig-headed, I was determined not to be beaten by a crochet stitch!


 So I found a great tutorial on YouTube and then realised it was easypeasy!  And I think it cheers up our tired old chair.


And I was preparing to take a pic I was 'photobombed' by Grumpy Poppy the cat (looking her usual happy self lol!)


I can feel a plan for a few more chunky, squishy cushions to find their way onto our chairs and sofas! That should keep me busy over the 'empty nest' period!
Apologies for both the waffle and the photo overload! 
Thanks for looking - and thank you for all the lovely comments you leave, they really mean a lot!
I'll be back soon,
Kim x 



18 comments:

  1. She clearly thought that you "wanted" her to pose there Kim, or perhaps she was waiting to try out the new squishy cushion!! It is fabulous by the way, such lovely colours and a great pattern xx

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  2. Fabulous cushion Kim. Great picture of Poppy.
    Laine
    xx

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  3. Hi Kim,
    what a very lovely and beautiful colour cushion you have made.
    Now that's guaranteed to shake any ones blues away.
    superb creation and a wonderful way to while away your time now that one fledgling is leaving your nest.
    Sssshhhhhhh, I hope your cat didn't hear that.
    Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

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  4. Such a gorgeous cushion. I love the pattern and wonderful rainbow colours. Fabulous photos too.
    Sue xx

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  5. Oh Kim LOVE your cushion and bag so much the colours and design are gorgeous.
    Wendy xx

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  6. I'm surprised she didn't jump up there and snuggle in. LOL. The pillow looks amazing Kim. Hugs!

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  7. What a fabulous cushion Kim, the stitch is lovely, never heard of that one before, looks very effective, looks like your Poppy could be making claim to it!
    Hugs Jacee

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  8. This is gorgeous Kim. Poppy is waiting to be given the nod that she can try it. You will miss your daughter so much I know but it is nice that you get on so well.
    Hugs
    Cathy
    xxxxx

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  9. Oh just gorgeous. When they leave home Kim it makes that time together even more special. X

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  10. This is gorgeous sorry I've been a bad blogger but pooch has been really ill and I've also got family staying so I'm playing catch up huggles Sue xxxxxxxxxxxx

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  11. I love it! what a fab colourful cushion, a great way to use up scraps and perfect for keeping the mind occupied, hugs, Colette xx

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  12. This is beautiful, Kim! Crocheting is defiantly on my ‘to do’ list! I’m knitting a Christmas jumper at the moment would you believe!! I may be finished by Easter…. 2016!!
    Have a lovely weekend! xx

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  13. Hi there Kim, Oh this is so lovely, all ready for winter by the looks of it....I am more surprised that Poppy wasn't trying to plant herself in the wool box...lol....
    Have a nice week-end..xx

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  14. Love it! Fabulous colours and the lovely pattern. Grumpy cat looks great in the photo too LOL! Have a wonderful weekend.

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  15. wonderful cushion - such fab bright colours. I might be tempted to look out my hook xx

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  16. Beautifully made cushion! Love the pattern! So pretty!
    Hope you are having a nice weekend!
    Ingrid xx

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  17. Your cushion is gorgeous Kim, love the bright colours. Poppy looks like she's just waiting for you to turn your back and she'll be up on your chair snuggling in to your pretty cushion ;)

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  18. This is fabulous Kim, love the design and chunky buttons!

    Hope all goes well with your daughter's move. I cried buckets when my two left home, but it makes it even more special when you see them.
    Hugs
    Gina x

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I love reading your comments - and thanks for taking the time to leave one!
Kim x