Something new

I just carved a stamp that I really needed ;-)!! To: and From: stamp! Perfect for hand making those personal gift tags for all occasions!

I even got an early start with my tags, I know they will add a nice touch :-)

Busy carving!! and loving it!!

 For the past week I have been busy designing and carving! I have had my mom here visiting and with her helping out with chores and reading with my kids I have had a little extra time to carve. I would really LOVE to know what others think of these new stamps :-)

Captured by the past

As a home school teacher I have the privilege of teaching my children history. I absolutely LOVE the end of the medieval times and  the excitement of  renaissance period. I love the idea of chivalry, and romance :-) I have decided to carve some stamps that represent those times. These are just the first few... there will be more to come!

A few years ago we were able to take our children to the Medieval Times dinner show and castle in Florida. It was sooooo much fun!! We even hid a letterbox there! I think I will carve a stamp similar to the one I planted in the box there.  It is  a great show and neat letter box :-)

New stamps

So, I just carved a few new stamps, here are a few pics :-)
I would love to know what you all think, and if you have any ideas for some new designs!

Free Crochet pattern fingerless gloves

When I first joined etsy I really hoped to sell more crochet items. I tried, and posted many things... they just did not sale. My stamps took off though! :-) I even designed my own fingerless gloves and sold the pattern on etsy. I had two buyers... not complaining, I am happy about that. I just do not want this cute little easy pattern to sit in my computer and not get used... sooooo I am posting it for free :-) I hope you enjoy, it is pretty easy to follow and the pics should help.

Lacey Crochet Fingerless Gloves

Size F hook

Med. weight yarn (4), shown in Red Heart Collage in Blue Wave

                   

This pattern is for a ladies size medium

Abbreviations used:

St – stitch

 Slst – slip stitch

Ch – chain

Sc- single crochet

Bpsc – back post single crochet

Dc – double crochet

Fnst - Fan stitch – 2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc, all in same space

Hfnst - Half fan stitch – dc, ch 1, dc, all in same space

PATTERN

Make 2

You will start with the cuff, it is worked in rows and then sewn together to make a tube.  You will work in the back loop to make a stretchable cuff.

Row 1: ch 11, sc in 2^nd ch from hook and in each ch across, ch1, turn (10 sc)

Row 2: sc in first sc, bpsc (picture#1) in the other 9 sc across, ch1, turn (10 sc)

Rows 3- 32: repeat row 2 (32 rows total) be sure to regular sc in first st, and bpsc in the other 9, this will give a ridged look (picture#2)

Fasten off leaving long tail for sewing.  Whip stitch together to make a tube. (picture#3)

Now you will begin the palm of the glove, working in rounds

Round 1: Attach the yarn with a slst to either end of the cuff,(picture#4) ch 1, sc in same spot slst was made, sc evenly around cuff for a total of 32 sc, join with slst to first sc

Round 2: ch2 (counts as 1^st dc in fnst)(picture#5), dc in same st as slst, ch 1, 2 dc in same st (1 fnst made)(picture#6),* skip next 4 st, in the fith st (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) Fnst made* repeat from * to * 4 more times, skip 3 st, in the 4^th st (1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc) hfnst made(picture#11), join with slst to top of ch2 at beginning of round (picture#7) (6 fnst, 1 hfnst)

Round 3:  slst in next dc, slst into ch 1 space (picture#8), ch 2(picture#9), dc, ch1, 2dc all in same ch 1 space (fnst),* fnst  in next ch 1 space * repeat form *to * 4 more times (picture#10),  hfnst in the ch 1 space of hfnst in previous round (picture#11), join with slst to top of ch2 at beginning of round (6 fnst, 1 hfnst)

Round 4-6: repeat round 3 (you can lengthen or shorten the glove at this point, if you have a smaller hand do not make as many rounds, if you want your glove to cover more of your wrist and forearms you can add more rounds.

Round 7: beginning of thumb opening: Continue same as round 2 until you complete 6 fans stitches, turn

Round 8:  slst in next 2 dc, slst in ch 1 space, ch2, dc, ch 1, 2 dc in same ch 1 space (picture#12).  Continue fnst around ch1 spaces (6 fnst) ch3; join round with slst to top of ch 2 of beginning of same round (picture#13), ch 1, turn

Round 9: slst in next 3 ch (picture#14),  slst in next 2 dc, slst in ch 1 space(picture#15),  ch2, dc , ch 1, 2 dc in same space,  continue fnst around in ch 1 sp for a total of 6 fnst, in 2^nd slst work hfnst (picture#16), join with  slst to top of ch 2 at beginning of round

Round 10-11: Repeat row 2, fasten off and weave in all ends, glove complete ;-)!

Love this custom

I really enjoyed this custom  order. Maybe because it represents Air Force!! :-)  This is for a fellow letter-boxer. Happy Letter-boxing :-)

Great feedback!!

I am soooo happy!! I received the nicest and most encouraging feedback from a lady I carved several custom stamps for.
This is what she said:
For custom work, I must say, phenomenal! just phenomenal !! Gettinghooked made my banner bunny and branch and flowers into stamps!! They are SO great to use - they are not on unwieldy blocks either -they are on HAND SHAPED hand carved wooden pieces that fit both the shape of the stamp, but fit your hand and finger tips!! LOVELY TO USE!!!! they feel like one is painting rather than stamping (sounds strange but it is SO WONDERFUL TO USE!@!!) they are SUPERIOR !! I cannot shout loud enough about the EXCELLENT workmanship, quality, artistry, professionalism and friendly customer service. A++++ - you CANNOT go wrong with a purchase from gettinghooked - this is my SECOND custom order! SUPERIOR! Thank you so very much!!!


How neat is that? !! :-)
Here are pictures of the stamps I made for her