Monokini

The Monokini is like a puzzle. I need to make the pieces first then put it together. The side part of the short is like a corset that needs some strings to adjust. The bra cup part has a bra foam inside and some lining that i saw along the crochet part. The middle part i crochet separately too using a diagram then attached to the upper and lower part. The strings of the top has to be the same length. I made a diagram with the measurements i used for future use. I also bought a mannequin so i can continue this and feel more confident in making them. Gonna post made photos soon.

Bolero Mania

Have been making boleros lately for a niece of mine. First I found one on youtube which is a cardigan pattern from Ruby Stedman using bruges lace crochet. It came out very long and the yarn makes it very warm to wear. I revised it and lessened a few stitches on the middle part and now it looked better. I made a red one because I really liked the pattern but unfortunately my niece doesn't like the color. I discovered a diagram online and decided to start it and the design that came out is really pretty. Using mercerized cotton yarn I made 3 in the colors beige, black and one with varigated color. I'm quite happy making them and since memorized the pattern. I have another one on the. It felt awesome to once again make a project using merz cotton as I missed using it. Hope you guys have a busy crafting day. This is Rose from the Philippines signing off.