Blooming Lovely!

 This week I have been working on my own interpretation of Stella McCartney's Falabella Bag. Ever since I first saw this gorgeous crochet creation I have wanted one of my own. The price tag was of course rather hefty but I thought it looked like something I could easily crochet.
I had a close look at pictures of the original and am crocheting similar types of motif  to embellish it with.  The key to it seems to be loads and loads of bobbles.  Bobbles are a real pain to make but I am going to persevere.  The yarn is Twilleys No. 1 Cotton - another amazing charity shop bargain!  I have six hanks of it which gives a total of 960 metres.  Should be plenty.  The original bag has a pewter effect chain trim and straps which I also hope to use on mine. The bag will also be lined to help it hold it's shape and give it some strength. Maybe some inside pockets too.

Meanwhile in the kitchen, Millie made these fab fairy cakes.  They taste every bit as good as they look. 

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