But I can't knit.
I could crochet one.
But I can't be bothered.
What to do?
Why, CHEAT, of course!
First
Next, draw a monster-ly template and cut out 2 pieces from your knitted thing.
With wrong sides together, sew around the edge, but not all the way - leave a small gap for stuffing later (remember, wonky sewing is very necessary- monsters are not pretty).
Now turn out the right way.
Experiment with different 'looks' for your monster with things from your stash.
Attach whatever to your monster. I stitched mine, but glue would be easier.
Stuff and sew closed the opening.
Admire your cleverness.
If you are truly naughty, tell people you knitted it yourself.
Bad girl.
Xx
26 comments:
Very funky! Love the stripes from that scarf - what a bargain find! Great idea to use that - much quicker than knitting/crocheting it yourself!
Maria x
Haha - that's brilliant! I know exactly the knitted monsters you mean, I really want one too but can't knit properly, I will have to have a go at this.
x
This is too adorable! I think cheating was just fine in this instance.
Cheating! I love it ;-) It's creative manipulation/recylcing, call it what you will!
Love it. Can't believe you got that scarf for 60 pence - if I was you, I'd be so keen to tell everyone about the bargain, I could never say I'd knitted it!
Jane x
PS You know you really could knit it - you're a clever maker, and could learn in no time at all
Ha! Love these and their wonkiness! I applaud your effort to make them without having to learn an entirely new skill!
What a cute little monster-guy! I love the photos of your experimenting with his 'look'! :-)
This is a brilliant idea - and it's not cheating! It's being CLEVER!!!
Carly
x
That happy little monster needs a friend! :)
Cute!! I love the facial expression!
He's adorable, and nice lateral thinking using the scarf!!!
This is a brilliant idea! The cheat's way but Much quicker!!
Ashley xxx
Adorable.... I may have to "borrow" your idea! Thanks for sharing!
Brilliant! I can knit and yet I still just found myself eyeing up the stripy scarf the husband has left carelessly on the hall table ;D
You cheater! :D
But this cute little rebel is way to bad for a honest mum. I love it!
That's a funky little monster you have created! Monsters former life as a scarf was lovely, all those beautiful colours.
Anne xx
You can't beat cheating, lol! What a fabulous scarf to find for that price, love the colours in the stripes :-)
Your monster is very spiffy and cute and looks as good as the 'real' knitted ones but so much quicker and cheaper too!
love Lori xx
Love the monster and who cares if it is a slight cheat when he looks that cute :) Hope you don't mind but I've nominated you for the versatile blogger award. Sam xx
Dang, that's clever! Excellent work, dear. :)
flippin lovely.....I've got loads of tops/jumpers I could play with to make these monster guys xx Thanks for sharing this.
Hi Sarah... Just popping by to tell you that I have awarded you the Versatile Blogger Award if you would like to pop over to my blog and collect it...and the rules! :)x
That's a cool one! ;)
Just wanted tell you that I've given you that award as well. Hop over to k-town to grab it! :)
Great blog Annaboo, makes me laugh. Glad to find you via Barbara. :-)
Have a great day!
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Hxx
How did I miss this post - aaargh! Your monster is absolutely adorable. What a totally brilliant idea. And such perfect timing as I'm just having a wardrobe cleanout so will keep all my knitty things and have a go at making some! Hope you're having a lovely week hon. See you again soon. Leah x
I want one! Seriously, I think I may get the kids making these next week - a nice easy project on the sewing machine for little people. They can even draw the pattern piece themselves. Thanks for the inspiration. xx
Love Love Love your blog - I can't walk away ;) my girls saw these and they have made it to our "must do" list!
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