Some new ideas, and a present for my friend

I had the idea that I could make necklaces by crocheting into chain. So I went to my local craft shop (where I  was given a welcome 30% discount), and bought some chain and fixings. I have made three so far, using my favourite yarn, Woolhogs' Serina 100% bamboo.
Here they are:

 

Three flowers with bead centres, and two leaves.

 

 

The ever-popular pineapple pattern, an an appropriate colour!

 

 

Just a frill of variegated green

 

Last night I decided to make a pen-pot for my friend Marilyn, as she seems to have pens and pencils all over the place. You can do wonders with a baked bean can, some Serina yarn and a few buttons!

She loved it!

 

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