Verb: pootle
poo-t(u)l To move in a leisurely unhurried way,
with no real purpose

Monday, 22 June 2015

Facecloth Fun ....

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These little facecloths were the first things I made for Lovecrochet.com 
and it seems absolutely ages ago now !
I really loved making them and the tutorial wasn't too tricky to write up either, 
which was a blessing as it was the first time I had ever really done 
anything like that outside of my blog.
I've been dying to show them to you all ever since they were finished 
and now I can as they were featured in this weekends Tutorial over on the lovecrochet blog.


The cotton yarn that I used was utterly gorgeous -
 it was literally like crocheting with clouds !
It's unbelievably soft and although it's a DK it works up to a lovely chunky texture
that's perfect for these little facecloths.


The colour combination of bright pink and bright green
 is one of my all time favourites too.

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The pattern really couldn't be simpler:

Using a 4mm hook make a chain of 40.
Work in rows of DC, remembering to Chain 1 at the beginning of each row.
Make the cloth to the required size and on your final row ( right side ) 
just continue on working in DC all the way around the cloth to create a neat edge.


I added a little border,


sewed on a ribbon tag in one corner


and that's it !


They make the perfect gift ......
or infact ... the perfect Giveaway !

Following on from my post last week .... 
these two little packages below are my way of thanking you all for all 
the support and encouragement you have given me as I head towards my second
 bloggy Birthday next week.

All you need to do to enter is just drop by and say Hello !
I often wonder who reads my blog and it has been so lovely that so many of you
 left comments last week and introduced yourselves.   



                         
So, if you haven't had a chance to say Hi yet -
either here on my Blog or on my Facebook page or over on Instagram -
you have one more week before two of you lovely ladies
have their name picked out a hat ...
a crochet hat of course !

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32 comments:

  1. Pink Milk22 June 2015 at 07:49

    Is it really two years since you pootled onto the bloggy scene, Kate? A very happy bloggiversary to you my friend. I won't enter your lovely giveaway as I won last year but can vouch for just how lovely your facecloths are!!!

    I've never been very keen on crocheting with cotton but am currently using the exact same yarn and am getting quite smitten.

    Heather xxx

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    1. justpootling22 June 2015 at 08:29

      It goes by so quickly doesn't it ? And you, gorgeous Heather have been one of my loveliest followers on this fun little adventure ! Just may put your name in the hat anyway !!!! K xx

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  2. Penny22 June 2015 at 09:51

    So glad I found your blog,NAND now found you on a Instagram too! (Not stalking, I promise!) Lovely face cloths X

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:21

      Glad you like them Penny, and lovely to meet you ! K xx

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  3. Jane22 June 2015 at 10:09

    Happy second anniversary Kate, this is a lovely space to visit and I hope you continue for a long long time.

    Your facecloths are lovely, I like the Rowan cotton and they have some lovely colours at the moment. They used to do it in gorgeous duck egg blue, which I made a blanket with, but I gave the blanket away; I do have 1 ball left, however, waiting patiently.

    Have a lovely anniversary week.

    Jane xx

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:22

      Thank you Jane, I feel exactly the same about your blog - I think we have very similar taste in many things. Have a great week, K xx

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  4. Viola22 June 2015 at 11:20

    A very happy bloggiversary to you, Helen. I read your blog posts regularly and I am so in awe how fast you finish your beautiful projects. These facecloths are gorgeous and they seem so easy to make. If I hadn't already so many WIPs in my basket I would try the pattern immediately. Have a nice evening, Viola

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:23

      Thank you Viola, hope you get to try the facecloths when your pile of WIP's goes down a little ! K xx

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  5. CJ22 June 2015 at 11:26

    Gorgeous facecloths, especially the clever little borders, the perfect finishing touch. I'm a big fan of cotton, and Rowan's is particularly lovely isn't it. CJ xx

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:24

      Yes, I'm completely in love with it. Have a great week CJ, K xx

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  6. joey22 June 2015 at 11:44

    Hello Kate! I check your blog every week and look forward to seeing your latest makes. I think your house and garden looks wonderful from the little peeks you share and love your crochet style. Right now I am making your Daisy blanket - loving how quick it grows!!! This idea of cloths will be a lovely end of year gift for school colleagues and children's teachers! Thanks. Joey :)

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:25

      Hi Joey, lovely to meet you, and so pleased to hear you're enjoying making the Daisy Blanket, K xx

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  7. homebird22 June 2015 at 12:13

    Just rediscovered crochet. I am going to try your facecloth pattern as yours look fab x

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:26

      Oooh good, hope you enjoy making them, K xx

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  8. Lazy Days & Sundays22 June 2015 at 13:12

    The couple of years have certainly gone by quickly haven't they Kate and so much has happened in that time. It also means it's my bloggy anniversary soon and I have been busy this week gathering my gifts ready to do my post this weekend.

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:27

      I was thinking just the other day that yours must be coming up soon Mitzi ! Looking forward to your post this weekend, K xx

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  9. Anonymous22 June 2015 at 13:34

    Beautiful facecloths! I will have to get my hands on some of that lovely cotton. I agree, that colour combo is one of the best!

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  10. Unknown22 June 2015 at 20:34

    I love your Blog and I love the facecloths! Thanks for sharing the pattern!

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  11. Becca22 June 2015 at 22:36

    Hi Kate, I'm Becca! I haven't been following you for too long but I always enjoy getting your posts in my email, oh, and I love, love, love crochet!
    Lovely little face cloths! Thank you for the thoughtful giveaway! 😀

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:28

      Hi Becca, So lovely to meet you - I love, love, love crochet too !! K xx

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  12. Linda23 June 2015 at 03:09

    Hi, Kate, I love your blog. You have given me lots of inspiration and you are such a lovely lady. Thank you for sharing your time with us.

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  13. Simply Quaint23 June 2015 at 03:11

    Hi Kate, I am Rhonda from Ohio in the United States, I just found your blog and love it...:). I love these face cloths and would love a chance to win.......

    Thank you very much for a wonderful giveaway.....
    Blessings
    Rhonda

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:29

      Hi Rhonda, I'm very pleased to meet you ! I shall add your name in to the hat for the Giveaway, K xx

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  14. Ma Larkin23 June 2015 at 07:35

    Hi Kate
    I enjoy your blog. I am really a knitter but am currently trying a granny stripe blanket in crochet from Lucy's (attic 24) blog. Assuming it's a success I want to have a go at your lovely daisy blanket next. It is very fetching. Thanks for sharing.
    Claire x

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    1. justpootling23 June 2015 at 11:31

      Hi Claire, thank you for dropping by - hope the Granny Stripe goes well, I'm sure it will ! K xx

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  15. 11jayj24 June 2015 at 01:23

    Happy Anniversary and to many more years of blogging. You've made so many lovely items in these two years, love all the work but really inspired by the blankets. Must pick up my needles and get started. Your colour combinations are great the face cloths are sweet. Thank you for sharing your ideas. Look forward to your updates.
    Jackie

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  16. Unknown24 June 2015 at 09:16

    Those are so sweet! I love crocheted washcloths - so simple, and yet very effective!

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  17. Unknown24 June 2015 at 15:58

    Hi Kate,
    I've only now found your blog, as I started my own, mainly about crochet :) I love these face cloths, simple and great colours, thank you for the inspiration. I'll be visiting your page again ;)
    Have a lovely day, Renata.

    my blog www.poppycreates.com if you would like to have a peak, thank you.

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  18. Unknown25 June 2015 at 13:27

    I love your blog! Thanks for all your hard work!

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