unicorn beading patterns

Every girl dreams of her little unicorn. I made this pattern in two different beading techniques: peyote stitch and loom. Both patterns are available only in my Etsy store here! Check for more patterns: Lariata.etsy.com

my pets - cat and squirrel

It is a beautiful autumn here. Me and my cat a watching from the window the beautiful trees and sunny leaves. Guess who did come? The squirrel is watching us :)

floral peyote pattern - Camellias

I'm excited to share the photo of the peyote pattern - Camellias, made by Judith H. Thanks for the kind words! 
★★★★★ "Changed the colors, love it, so pretty" by Judith H.

This peyote bracelet pattern is available only on Etsy here.
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halloween spooky eyes

In the dark-dark room, there is a dark-dark bag. In the dark-dark bag are spooky eyes! Don't be afraid, that's just my little black cat sitting in a bag.

You may bead your own Halloween cat eyes bracelet. The pattern is available in my Etsy shop Lariata.etsy.com
 

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knitting blanket

It was my son's birthday. I've planned to inflate a lot of colorful balloons, bake a cake and make a party. Instead, I had appendicitis and I was taken to a hospital. We made the party later, but for now, I knit a blanket in the company of my cat.

how to knit simple cable blanket

I needed the blanket about 160x120 cm (60x45 inches). The knitting cable is actually easier than any lace pattern. 

For this project, I bought the pink yarn Steinbach Wolle (20% wool, 80% acrylic) and used knitting needles 4 mm (US 6). 

This pattern is a multiple of 16 and plus an additional 20 for the border. For my blanket, I cast on 180 stitches (160+20).

Border Rows 1-12: Seed Stitch (K1, P1)

Now start with the pattern (view the picture): 

Rows 1, 3, 5, 7:
Seed Stitch for 8 stitches (K1, P1), place marker for the border. *K4, P2, K8, P2* till last 12 stitches, K4. Place marker for the border and Seed Stitch to end. 

Row 2 and all even rows:
8 sts Seed Stitch, *P4, K2, P8, K2* till last 12 sts, P4, Seed Stitch to end.

Row 9: 8 sts Seed Stitch, *K4, P2, slip 4 sts on cable needle and hold in BACK. K4 from left needle, K4 from the cable needle, P2* till last 12 sts, P4, Seed Stitch to end.

Row 10: 8 sts Seed Stitch, *P4, K2, P8, K2* till last 12 sts, P4, Seed Stitch to end.

Repeat Rows 2 to 10 until blanket measures the desired length. 

Repeat Border Rows 1-12 and bind off knit-wise. Assemble ends and make sure to block. 

The blanket is very soft and warm, as I wanted. It is ideal for dressing a bed and keeping toes warm. More information in my Ravelry.

christmas decorations

Tiny-tiny Christmas tree and Santa Claus made of Lego blocks. The ginger cookies are my favorite at this wintertime. Happy Christmas!

silver sprinkles

I'm trying to bead the new pattern. I like how silver beads sparkle on a black background. I am sure that the bracelet will fit any outfit and of course the classic black dress. The pattern is available in my Etsy shop Lariata.etsy.com.