De-Stash December (Stashbust September continues!)

That’s so prettyyyy​:heart_eyes:

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Challenge of the Week: Oct. 20 - Oct. 26

Destashing from: Yarn, fabric and pattern stashes

Goal: Destash from all my things

Project: I like making amigurumi, garments, etc but I am actually intimidated by bags solely because I don’t know how to do linings! Which is something I would like to add but the thought of sewing it together and perhaps zippers seems intimidating lol, however I do want to make a bag and use some fabric (zipper maybe included) this is the pattern I’ll try to get some work done on it

I’m still working on the pattern I’m testing and on my last skein, and still a lot to do! :scream: I did order more but I don’t think it’s enough :sob: I’ll have to see but I’m still destashing slowly but sure. On another note I also ordered some yarn for my Halloween costume so hopefully I can finish it!

I like to experiment with different stitches although I can never figure out what project would work with them! I mostly use sc stitches for just about everything though lol

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Thank you! Yes I’m delighted she’s having the opportunity to grow, but it’s definitely eating into my crafting time, haha. Luckily I’ll have a little more time this week, though!

I’m so happy you like Spencer! They did such a great job designing this - I love the little details like the stitched mouth.

Glad you had fun with the starburst charm! I’ll respond on that more below, but they came out awesome!

Ikwym! I’m over here eyeing everyone’s yarns like how am I running a destash challenge planning my restock? :grimace: :sweat_smile: :weary:

I want to eventually use more gradient style yarns for amigurumi. It’s something I haven’t really experimented with, but I once saw a gorgeous elephant with one and I also remember some neat dinos made by combining a plush yarn and a colorful acrylic - so cool!

Happy to have company for the destash dance, hehe! That skeleton’s got some moves!

Yes it definitely requires a little more consideration than my other prompts, but hopefully you’ll find something that challenges you (in a fun way)! ^.^

And ofc it counts - that’s mad cool! Oh my gosh - I’m loving all this GLOW in the dark creativity on display!

Moo Deng came out so darling! :pleading_face: And I love all the variations on the starburst charm , especially the fuzzy tassels! I can see these as earrings, too, especially if ya use a smaller yarn/thread! I’m glad you had fun with it!

I agree with Mercy, it looks SO COOL. Did your tests reveal anything? I’ve heard that ā€œchargingā€ the yarn helps. The only time I’ve used it was on this bat eyeball I tested a little while ago, and I found it was a bit of a challenge to photograph, as well, but your photos show a really amazing level of GLOW!


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You did a fantastic job with your color parameters on the cake! :joy: I love the decorative details and I’m impressed how much you accomplished with your assigned color palette - what a fun and colorful design!

You worked those up those mittens so quickly, too, my goodness, haha! They are absolutely PAWESOME, though, and I definitely think people would be interested in a pattern! I love the method of sizing :laughing: You might be able to accomplish something similar with a m2m type of sizing? :thinking: I’m not too knowledgeable, but I’m cheering you on if you decide to try writing one up!

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My pleasure! You must stitch so fast, I’d be lucky to get that far in a week, haha! You’re right, it really adds a lot of dimension in a subtle way! I’m excited to see both of these wips of yours completed, but I’m also loving the progress pics, too!
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I agree with Art that your cardigan came out fabulously - congratulations on finishing your project It looks so neat - the cherries are such a delightful detail! !

I’ll send that pattern along to you shortly. And I’m happy the challenge could provide some motivation - so grateful to have your participation, thank you for joining us!

Ooh, that is an awesome bag - I’m stoked to see what you do with yours! I understand how those elements might be intimidating, but it’s definitely of those things I think is easier than it looks, especially if you already have any experience with sewing, as both lining and zippers can be added with the most basic of stitches (ofc they can be added with more challenging techniques, too, but there are options)!

Ahhh! I hope you luck out and it is enough to finish your cardigan! Yay for more yarn to finish the costume! That’s gonna be so cool :sunglasses:

I know what you mean! SC is just a classic and works well with so many projects. I love experimenting with stitches, too - do you have any you especially like from your experimentations? ^.^

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This weeks prompt seems fun! (but I really dot wanna finish my wips… :persevere:)
sorry for not being active here so much! And sorry that I still havent decided a prize yet!! I’m VERY indecisive, and i dont want you to buy something I might not make! :sweat_smile:

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Hahaha! Well youre still welcome to share whatever you’re working on here if you want to :sparkling_heart:

No pressure on choosing or participating! This is all just for fun. I don’t think this helps, but you actually have two items to choose now, haha. Again, no rush or pressure - just send them along whenever you decide; I appreciate you trying to be so mindful with your decisions. :heartbeat:

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2? I didn’t know that! I guess it makes things easier to choose then! :)
Are there any patterns you reccomend that you’ve enjoyed making?

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Thank you so much.
This was a great thread to join in and see what everyone made :grin:

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Thank you so much! Yes I agree those starburst charms would definitely look nice as earrings! I have sewed in the past but it was awhile back when I was younger and my mother taught me how to mend holes on things, thankfully sewing in crochet has definitely helped expand on my knowledge of that a alot more!

My favorite stitches would probably have to be either the loop stitch, crocodile stitch, or the moss stitch! They all are just so fun and I’m sure I’ve forgotten some that I really enjoyed as well lol :laughing:

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Oooo Im excited for this one! (excited in a non excited way because I’ll have to make something I don’t want to make lol) I haven’t been doing the prompts at all really (I only did one :sweat_smile:) but I want to be more active since they seem really fun.

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sorry for not picking a prize lol, i just didn’t want you to spend anymore money on me lol

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Yes, 15mins in either direct sunlight or uv seems to ā€˜charge’ the glow in the dark yarn nicely but the glow drops away pretty quickly. I need to review ive got every to put a video together, im still really new to doing youtube.

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I finished this sweater a couple days ago, and i wasnt sure if i was gonna finish because i have never finished a wearable before


Im so proud of it

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Bet it looks great on, well done

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It does,
Here it is on


And i made the earrings too

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Nice, you should put it over a white top to show off its spidery goodness :grin:

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That’s so cute!! I agree, white would really show it off!

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Ill try to find one to see how it looks, i also chose black because i thought it looked better with my earrings and the way im gona paint my nails.

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Its optional - no pressure! I don’t want to make anyone uncomfortable :heartbeat:

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Here with what seems like my weekly apology for not being responsive (what a month):face_with_spiral_eyes:, but this time it’s too adorable not to share with you all. Meet Paya, the recently adopted tiger kitten.


Will do my best to respond to everyone by this evening :heartbeat:

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