MAGPIE'S MUMBLINGS

A blog about my interests, which include fabric landscapes and various and assorted other artsy pursuits and sometimes known to contain mumblings of a random nature.

Monday, March 02, 2026

In the beginning...

 Yes, I'm in the beginning stages of a new landscape but nothing worth showing you as yet.  So...another pair of socks came off my needles and are heading for the Christmas box...

Usual pattern using Paton's Kroy yarn.

- I came across THIS listing and it reminded me of doing this type of craft probably back in the 60's.  Wonder if it will enjoy a resurgence?

- Have a peek through the galleries of THIS artist!

- Although there are no instructions to make any of THESE I really enjoyed the breath of spring I felt while I looked through them.  Perhaps you could use some of the pictures for inspiration.

- THIS looks like it would be a fun process...albeit probably a tad messy! Has me wondering how it would work on fabric.

Today's quote is from Reba McEntire..."To succeed in life, you need three things: a wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone"



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  1. Nann9:09 AM

    Oh, yes -- smocked gingham! I made two popover tops (smocks, I guess) when I was in college. One for me and one for my friend Sharon. Thanks for the memory!

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    1. MA9:26 AM

      I made pillow covers for everyone on my Christmas list that year and I think I made some aprons too.

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  2. Julierose9:30 AM

    Lovely socks, they look nice and warm--we can sure use that these days!! Hugs, Julierose

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    1. MA4:13 PM

      These are being put away for next Christmas so I guess the weather will be good for them then too.

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  3. Boud9:33 AM

    I never did smocking. Probably remembered it too well from childhood, not a fave.

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    1. MA4:13 PM

      I remember my mother doing a form of it using satin and making fancy pillows but I always used gingham.

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  4. Linda's Relaxing Lair3:35 PM

    I love your socks!!! Beautiful colours and pattern.

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    1. MA4:14 PM

      Hopefully the recipient will like them!

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  5. Becki3:55 PM

    Those socks look extra soft and cozy. And a nice color, too!

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    1. MA4:14 PM

      Not my colour, but I know that it's perfect for the recipient.

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  6. dianne4:03 PM

    my mom made a gingham pillowcase with that technique - yellow with black floss ... and now i have Barbra Streisand singing Memories on repeat in my head...

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    1. MA4:15 PM

      Thanks for the ear worm!!

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  7. Jackie6:14 PM

    Look at you adding to the Christmas box. Love the colour of them.

    God bless.

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    1. MA10:28 PM

      These aren't my colours but I think the person I made them for will like them.

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