Monthly Archives: May 2013

So You Think You’ve Got Wool Allergy

Posted on May 30, 2013 by craftyOgo

Well think again. Even as less consoling as it may sound, you might not be allergic to wool per se but to wool alcohol which is found in lanolin. By the way, lanolin is wool fat and therefore present in … Continue reading →

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I Really Enjoy Being Crafty

Posted on May 27, 2013 by craftyOgo

Do you crochet? When did you start? What was your first craft? Do you still have it? I remember when I learnt how to crochet, I spent every time practicing. Every old sweater in our house went into my projects. … Continue reading →

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craftyOgo’s Amigurumi

Posted on May 22, 2013 by craftyOgo

I was looking for the picture of a crochet rucksack I made when I saw these. Brought back good memories :-). Remember making my first stuffed crochet animal normally called amigurumi, it was the pink pig. I was so excited … Continue reading →

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Crochet Sunglasses Cases

Posted on May 20, 2013 by craftyOgo

Just made some crochet cases for sunglasses. Tried to pick colours that will match the glasses. It was fun making them because they are so easy and an avenue to experiment, you know, trying out various forms of crochet patterns. … Continue reading →

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Weird, Funny And Unbelievable Facts About Coral Beads.

Posted on May 16, 2013 by craftyOgo

Oh boy, these beads are HEAVY, I worked with them sometime ago. Nigerian women wear them on their heads like a crown, as bracelets, earrings and necklaces. These necklaces are worn in layers of maybe 3 or 4 but some … Continue reading →

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Decorative Beaded Vases

Posted on May 15, 2013 by craftyOgo

I have made some decorative flower vases with beads. The unique thing about them is that they are different from the usual glass, porcelain, plastic, wire or mesh. They will make the ideal unusual gift. Although I call them decorative vases, … Continue reading →

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Useful Uses…

Posted on May 15, 2013 by craftyOgo

Saw this some time ago on TV. The crafter said that it is a fruit basket and he made it with disposable plastic shot cups and a glue gun. It is fun and easy to make unfortunately, I can’t remember … Continue reading →

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My Crochet Top

Posted on May 14, 2013 by craftyOgo

Just crocheted this summer top.

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