Crocodile Stitch the Easy Way

   Learn how to crochet the fabulous 

Crocodile Stitch the Easy Way 

All the credit  goes to 

http://lostandfoundlane.blogspot.com/p/croc-stitch-easy-way.html 

I took the whole tutorial from there.

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How to Wear Winter Hats to Look More Stylish

To keep warm and cozy and during  winter, it’s imperative that you use a hat, a winter hat can be a stylish accessory in addition to keeping you warm. There are too many of winter-style hats, there are some style tips to help make sure you are wearing them correctly.  

Determine your facial shape when choosing a winter hat. Just as sunglasses or another accessory complements your facial shape, so do hats. 

If you have a round or square facial shape, choose a hat that has a low profile and straight brim. 

For long faces, choose a low profile hat with a wide brim, and for oval faces, generally every style of hat works. 

Wear a hat that is the proper size. Wearing a hat too big or small can create a larger or smaller face proportion, which can be unflattering.

Style your hair simply when wearing a winter hat. 

Cold damp air may cause hair to lose shape or frizz, so keeping it in a low ponytail or bun will keep your look sleek and put-together.

  

Beanie Hats

The most common style of winter hat is the beanie. It has the shape of a skull cap, and is worn snugly on top of the head. 

There are all sorts of styles of beanie. Some of which are extra long so you can fold the bottom of the hat up to provide more warmth at the ears, some have puffy balls of fabric at the top of the hat (for decoration) and some even have visors to help keep the sun out of your eyes on bright days.

Avoid beanie winter hats if you have curly hair that tends to frizz in damp weather. The beanie sits close to the head, which can make hair ends frizz up and out,  curly hair just looks funny under this look. 

The best type of hair to wear with beanies is long sleek hair, to accent the tighter hat. Choose a solid color beanie to go with your wardrobe.  Wool knit hats keep the head warm, and still look stylish.  

Knitted Beret:

Got a short ‘do to keep under wraps? Want to hide a hideous haircut? Then a knitted beret is the way to go for you. This is a super cute look for any hair length, but works best with short or tucked away hair.

Do NOT pull your hair back into your beret. You’ll look completely goofy! Frame your face by leaving your hair down and placing the beret an inch or so past your hairline. If you want to cover your head more, make sure you have some bangs or a few strands around your face pulled out

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 Wear it slouchy

Don’t pull the beret tightly over your head. If you want to wear the hat like that, just wear a knit cap instead. Leave the beret slouchy and loose. Tilt it back on your head or slightly to the side and let gravity do the rest.

  

  Knitted Newsboy:  

The knitted newsboy cap is the undisputed winner of winter hat looks. 

Fun and chic at the same time, this look works with fancy trenches and simple sweaters. 

With a sleek pony tale, this look tops off any outfit for instant style.

 Don’t cover your eyes. Make sure that you are wearing newsboy hat properly on your head,

 not on your eyes.  

 tips from   ehow.com

Skinny Scarves

Skinny Scarves

A long skinny scarf is a versatile fashion accessory.

Quickly add color and texture to any outfit from casual to formal

by wearing a long skinny scarf around the neck or waist,

in your hair or in place of jewelry.

Add one to any outfit for an easy dose of trendiness.

Select a long skinny scarf that works with your outfit.

 Choose complementary colors that match or contrast.

You can use it in very different ways

and can combine two in contrasting colors.

1

Fold the scarf in half and place the middle in your neck. Then bring both sides around to the front.

Take the side with the two ends and weave it through the folded opening on the other side,

pulling the ends through.

2

Pull the scarf through the belt loops of jeans or pants,

tying it in a knot and leaving the ends hanging down your side

or in front for a chic belt.

 3

Wear a long scarf as jewelry.

Wind a jeweled scarf around your neck and tie in a knot or secure it with a pretty pin.

Or wrap it around your wrist and tuck in the ends to make a unique bracelet.

4

Try wearing a long skinny scarf around your wrist in a bracelet look.

Wrap the scarf all the way around your wrist to form a two-to-three inch band.

 Tuck the end of the scarf on the underside of your wrist.

 5

Tie your hair into a ponytail, secured with an elastic band.

Wind the scarf around the elastic several times,

and then let the ends hang down with your hair

or weave it through your ponytail.

   

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Tips from
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Bella, Modeling her new sweater

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A few days ago, I posted about making my first ever doggie sweater,

I didn't know Bella until last Friday that she came to visit home

and she is adorable.

She looks even better, wearing her 

Bright Red Sweater

I had to put a set of hidden buttons, 

  to avoid the chocking hazzard.

The flower is dettachable, so she can wear it on her

collar or in a different sweater.

My work in a friend's Blog

 I have the pleasure to tell all of you, that today I was honored 


by having my Etsy shop    toppytoppy

 featured on a friend blog  in her 6 on Saturday feature.

 I hope you can take a moment to stop by her blog 

 mysticwynd

and take a look, leave a comment, and maybe follow  the blog. 

Thanks so much Karen 

Scarves, Cowls and Scarflettes Winter Must-Haves

Scarves, Cowls and Scarflettes

  Winter Must-Haves

Scarves

Aside from keeping your neck warm, 

scarves brighten up the cold and dreary months by adding a splash of color to your outfit. 

The best scarves are colorful with a fun pattern   

Whether your grandmother knitted it or you bought one at the mall, 

make sure your scarf is long and skinny; otherwise it'll look silly when you tie it around your neck!

 Tie It This and That Way

The easiest way to wear a scarf is to drape it around your neck and flip one end around. You can also wrap it loosely around your neck a few times, or fold it in half and pull one end through. If you want to tie it, you can make a single knot or tie it into a loose necktie.  

Cowls

Do you know what a cowl is? 

Have you seen them, but wonder what to do with cowls? 

A cowl is a knit or crocheted tube,  it drapes at the neckline. 

Something like a turtleneck without the shirt, 

a hooded tube scarf, or even a lighter infinity scarf.

Scarflettes or Neckwarmers

  The wind throws your scarf off your shoulder all the time? 

It is difficult time to stuff the long ends into your winter coat? 

  Scarflettes or neckwarmers are your best option.

They wrap snugly around your neck with buttons 

or a fancy Pin to hold them in place! 

                                                                           tips

 kidzworld.com

Best Ways to Wear Fingerless Gloves

Best Ways to Wear Fingerless Gloves

by

Andrea Sparks

 Keeping fingers free: 

One of the best reasons to wear fingerless gloves is that you get all the style benefits of gloves and mittens while still keeping your fingers free to type, text message or reach into your purse. Acting as arm warmers, these gloves will keep your arms and hands from chilling without becoming too bulky or burdensome. The open design of fingerless gloves also makes it easier to wear rings. Since your fingers are free, you can wear as many rings as you want without snagging your gloves. Fingerless gloves are also a great way to keep your hands warm while showing off your manicure.

Fashion accessory: 

Fingerless gloves aren't just for keeping your hands toasty. These women's accessories are just as much about looks as they are about fashion. Wear your fingerless gloves with a fitted shirt, skinny jeans and booties for a look that is comfortable and trendy. Try layering fingerless gloves with other gloves or arm warmers and bangles to draw attention to the accessories.

Mild weather: 

During the fall and spring, when the weather is cool, fingerless gloves provide the perfect amount of warmth for the season. Heavy winter gloves may be too warm for mild weather, but you may still want something to keep you from getting too cold. Glovelets keep your hands warm without all the bulk and warmth of winter gloves. Keep a pair of fingerless gloves in your handbag to wear on a rainy morning or cool evening. For those days when the temperature drops, layer your fingerless gloves over other gloves and mittens for an added layer of warmth.

Gloves aren't just about keeping your hands warm; 

a cute pair of gloves can really highlight an outfit. 

One of the latest fashion trends is fingerless gloves. 

Warm, functional and stylish, 

fingerless gloves are the perfect addition to your winter wardrobe. 

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This year, knit beanies, berets, fingerless gloves and scarves

 are the trendy hits.

We have some for girls,

 tweens, teens, and women of all ages.

Here are some slouchy beanies, tam or berets 

for little girls.

 

And now some for the boys

Hats with earflaps

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Do you want a warm hat to keep all the family 

 warm  and comfortable?

Lets see some hats with earflaps

 

Owl for your little princess

Owl for Your Handsome Prince

Kitty

   

For the grown ups

Some of the most rapid heat loss is through your head. 

Earflap hats keeps it fully covered, so the heat stays in,

 plus warms your ears too. 

They can be made in any color or combination.