Birthday Crafting

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It's officially the birthday season.  There are so many Autumn birthdays - I blame those Winter conceptions!  I've managed to get a couple of birthday gifts made over the last few weeks especially for those who appreciate a handmade pressie!

First up is this moss stitch dishcloth with contrasting red striping:

This was so quick to make and a good use of stash yarn - the cream organic cotton I used is just so lovely and soft.  I love the contrasting stripes and I hope the moss stitch will make it practical and absorbent!

I also made this candle holder:

 

I followed Lucy of Attic 24 fame's jar cover tutorial and used some leftover yarn for some more thrifty, stash busting crafting :-).  My crocheting tension is a bit looser so after making a massive first attempt I used a shorter starting chain and the jar cover was a much tighter and better fit.

I have also finished a baby quilt which is waiting to be photographed.  It is a very dull morning here, and although I am loving the start of Autumn, my favourite season, it is not particularly conducive to photography!