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....I'm going on and on !!!!

.....it could be boring, but it's not!
I really enjoyed the making of my last pins (here), that I added a new one in my collection...





...I love the idea of fringes made with crocheted chains!!!!

Some friends were so enthusiastic, too, about these little things that I have some orders to fulfil and send in nice parcels soon!!! YAY !!!

Then we have the green block that I was not so happy about....but now I AM!!!
Just have a look....






I honestly think that the thing that didn't convince me at all was the use of just one colour.....but now the problem is definitely fixed !!!! Another YAY!!!!

And now another crochet book (one of the four!!!)...


The English version of this same book is found here !!!!

I tried a nice pattern, but I changed the way to join the tiny squares together....



....I love to use single crochets to join granny squares!!!

xxxx Alessandra

P.S. : today I'm going to Milano to visit my mum and my little sister.....so if you don't hear from me no worries : I'm having fun!!! See you in a couple of days!!! ;oD
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  1. Claire8 July 2013 at 10:55

    Good to hear you're having fun Ale.....
    You've been busy and hooked up some lovely things.
    Your new crochet book has some great patterns. I can see you're going to be kept busy and you'll be having lots more fun.....

    Claire X

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  2. Tweed Thoughts8 July 2013 at 10:59

    Hi Alessandra! Love your fringed pins - so cute :D You've inspired me to go and look at my crochet books (although I DO like the look of your new one!) Enjoy your visit with your Mom and sis :) :)
    Alison x

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  3. Elisabeth Andrée8 July 2013 at 11:06

    Hi Ale,
    Love your fringed pins! I think it is a great idea!

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  4. Preeti8 July 2013 at 11:44

    Colorful pins!! :) I too have that granny square book.

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  5. Rajeswari8 July 2013 at 13:54

    So much colorful play you are having! Loved the pins... Of all the squares the grey and red look very nice, i too love the SC way of joining squares...Your square looks better than the one in the book :)

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  6. hooksandyarns8 July 2013 at 15:00

    The pins look very cute Ale - and your squares look nice too. Have a great time with your Mom and sister. :)

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  7. Elli8 July 2013 at 15:10

    Con la fantasia ed un po' di cotone hai avuto un risultato fantastico ... le spille sono "da copiare"! :-)
    Bye, bye Elli

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  8. Vintage Sheet Addict8 July 2013 at 15:37

    I must learn to block! All looking good! :) x

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  9. Vintage Jane8 July 2013 at 17:55

    Love your colourful pins! Have fun in Milano ...
    M x

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  10. Tammy9 July 2013 at 05:27

    You do always manage to come up with the most creative ideas. The books looks very interesting. I'm sure you will now be experimenting even more. I enjoy the journeys you take us on -- through crochet, and around the world. Best wishes, Tammy

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  11. sweetpea family10 July 2013 at 18:37

    hope you have a lovely visit x

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  12. Kate11 July 2013 at 12:55

    Fun! I just love that red and grey square! Have a great time in Milano!
    Kate :}

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  13. Unknown11 July 2013 at 19:39

    Ah yes, those pins are just lovely! What a clever and simple idea. It's most satisfying to get those isn't it? :)

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  14. la12 July 2013 at 10:55

    Ooooh you lucky thing, hope you are enjoying Milan and I bet Italy is hot and sunny and just wonderful. I'm not jealous, no I'm not jealous at all, really :o) I love that you're stocking up on crochet books whilst you're back home, makes me laugh....Ale you are an addict!!! xxx

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  15. Annie Cholewa12 July 2013 at 13:42

    Hope you're having a wonderful time :D

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  16. Erica12 July 2013 at 15:16

    I'm really loving those safety pins. Also, the fringe on the granny square is a lot of fun too!

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  17. Martina13 July 2013 at 13:31

    Hi Ale, i love the new one in your collection so much!! I think your friend needs this too in his mail. ;DD
    XXO,Martina♥

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  18. Natas Nest23 July 2013 at 15:05

    Both squares are great, love the idea with the tassels!!

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