Triangle chrochet shawl

A small shift… and a very green shawl 🍃

Lately I’ve been busy with everyday life things—you know, the kind that quietly steal your crafting time without asking for permission.

But here’s the news. Depending on how you look at it, it’s either progress… or the beginning of a slippery slope:

I’ve started buying yarn in regular stores.

Yes. Proper, planned purchases. Specific colours. Even favourite brands. The chaos of random second-hand treasures has been (partially) replaced by intentional choices. I’m not entirely sure how I feel about this level of responsibility.

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Enter: Himalaya yarn (and a rare moment of discipline)

While browsing online sales—strictly for research purposes, obviously—I came across acrylic yarns from Himalaya, and I have to admit… they’re really nice to work with. Soft, good quality, and surprisingly cooperative.

This project was my first proper attempt using “planned yarn.”

I bought two balls in two shades of green and—brace yourself—followed an actual pattern from a crochet magazine. Yes, I even bought a few of those. Who am I becoming?

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The project: a triangle shawl

It took me about two evenings to finish this triangle shawl, which makes it one of my quicker projects so far.

The pattern itself is beautiful—simple but elegant, the kind that lets the yarn and texture do the talking without unnecessary drama.

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Regrets (of course there are regrets)

The only problem? I didn’t buy enough yarn.

Classic.

If I had just two more balls, the shawl would have had that extra size and flow that really makes these pieces shine. As it is, it’s still lovely—just… slightly less dramatic than it could have been.

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Final thoughts

So here we are. From random scraps to planned palettes. From guessing to (occasionally) following patterns.

Growth? Maybe.

Or just a different kind of chaos.

Either way, I’m keeping the shawl—and next time, I’m buying the extra yarn 🍃

Sunny tunic

Hello again (apparently I don’t do “simple”) 🌼

Hello after a short break—turns out crocheting takes time. Shocking, I know. Add life, work, and the rare appearance of good weather, and suddenly I’d rather be outside than counting stitches indoors.

But I’m back, with another experimental project. Because naturally, instead of following a nice, normal beginner pattern like a reasonable person… I decided to invent my own little chaos.

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The idea: somewhere between a tunic and a dress

This piece has been sitting in my head for a while. I wanted to try flower motifs, and somehow that turned into a brown, mesh tunic (or dress? we’re flexible here) with a sun—maybe a sunflower—worked into the design.

No pattern, just vibes and a bit of stubbornness.

The structure came together slowly, with a lot of adjusting as I went. One of those projects where you’re never entirely sure if it’s genius or a mistake until the very end.

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The result (surprisingly wearable)

Against all odds, it actually works.

It’s light, airy, and definitely wearable—though it needs a layer underneath, like a simple dress or a top. It has that soft, summery, slightly boho feel, and I’m honestly quite fond of how the flower motif turned out.

Also, yes—I’m fully aware it would look much better on a mannequin with arms. Unfortunately, my current model (the very budget-friendly Milo Venus edition) is doing its best, and so am I.

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Final thoughts

I might not be following the “proper beginner path,” but where’s the fun in that?

For now, I’ll keep experimenting, making slightly questionable decisions, and occasionally ending up with something I genuinely love.

And this one? This one I actually love 🌿

The whole project spontaneously appeared in my head. I didn't use any kind of pattern for making this piece.

Front

Right side with sleeve

Sunflower motif on front