Monday, January 4, 2010

Pouf Pouf

What do we do when it's too cold to go anywhere? Crochet a decadent tea cozy. Goodman says the teapot has a big hair-do now. It's big, pouf-y and much ado; a very cool pattern. You can find the free pattern, Scalloped Tea Cosy here. I was curious about the number of treble stitches in this pattern so I did the math. 1,728 treble stitches.  It works up quickly though and is soooooo worth your time as it always brings smiles when used at teatime.
Hope you're nice and cozy, too.  :)

Sharing at:  The Art of Home-Making Mondays,  Roses of Inspiration Linkup #10
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30 comments:

  1. AlhanaJanuary 4, 2010 at 2:28 PM

    I love this! It's like a purple pinapple made of yarn hugging a teapot. :-D

    p.s. Word verification is hook sly - lol

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  2. LindyJanuary 4, 2010 at 3:21 PM

    That is so cute!

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  3. Queen of the Tea CosiesJanuary 4, 2010 at 5:18 PM

    Fabbo. Hey I love your blue Christmas stars too. They're great.
    Happy New Year.
    Loani

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  4. hakuchoJanuary 4, 2010 at 7:15 PM

    Hard to even tell if there is a tea pot under all that frill ;)

    That is one cozy and stylish teapot :)

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  5. LeAnnJanuary 4, 2010 at 9:30 PM

    And just how cute is that, I ask you!

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  6. MelJanuary 5, 2010 at 12:48 AM

    I made one of these a few months ago for a lady - I was surprised at how easy it was once I got going! It looks so complicated, but once you see it taking shape, it goes much easier than I would have thought to begin with. I just love this cozy! Now I need to make one for myself! :) Thanks for sharing - yours turned out FANTASTIC! I love the colors you used...

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  7. Margaret CloudJanuary 5, 2010 at 9:43 AM

    Very cute and I see the spout. Wish I could do this, too late I have arthritis in my right hand. Thank you for coming by and leaving a comment.

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  8. Yankee Girl ~ MissyJanuary 5, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    I'm so sad I can't see the picture. Glad to be stoppin by again. Missed readin your posts

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  9. Mary AnneJanuary 5, 2010 at 2:08 PM

    I love that tea cozy with the big poufy hair! The colours are lovely too.

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2010 at 4:34 PM

    Love that! Thanks for sharing~I'm gonna try!

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  11. YoungestJanuary 5, 2010 at 8:06 PM

    Alhana's right, it does look like a purple pineapple. You're right, it is quite decadent. Is that the old british castles pot? I don't even recognize it.

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  12. AlisonHJanuary 6, 2010 at 1:57 PM

    Oh, that's cute--I love it!

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  13. Mary KeenanJanuary 7, 2010 at 9:40 AM

    Ohhh, I love it too - such great colours!

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  14. SuzanneJanuary 7, 2010 at 10:00 AM

    Hey there Tea!!! LOVE< that tea cozy!! How fun!! Did it take you long to do all those trebles??? What a great look!! Best looking teapot!! Hope you guys had a fabulous holiday season!!
    Suzanne

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  15. SusanJanuary 7, 2010 at 1:56 PM

    cute overload ! looks like the colors
    of an African violet all green and purple ! keep that teapot warm !

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  16. RondellJanuary 7, 2010 at 5:04 PM

    That's cute! Rondell title this piece "Peacock Struttin' He Feathers Up And Down The Block."

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  17. tea time and rosesJanuary 7, 2010 at 6:29 PM

    I love the tea cozy!!:o) The colorway is beautiful! I am back at practicing the thumb gusset once again. I found a simple little pattern for a tiny ornament size mitt and it promises I will be able to do this one for sure.:o) Will keep you posted.:o) Enjoy a beautiful coming weekend my friend.

    Smiles...

    Beverly

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  18. Knitnut,KarenJanuary 8, 2010 at 1:04 AM

    I adore the cozy! Your so very talented! You make me wish I knew how to crochet! Lucky you!

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  19. stitchin' girlJanuary 11, 2010 at 8:40 PM

    Your cozy is soooo cute!! Love your colors :o)

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  20. AnonymousJanuary 16, 2010 at 5:48 PM

    Hi Tea,
    I made mine! I'm so excited cuz I often have trouble understanding instrux. I'll email you a picture.
    Thanks for sharing this,
    mary from Vintage Comfort

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  21. SharonJanuary 29, 2010 at 6:16 PM

    I love this!!! SO pretty!

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  22. UnknownFebruary 13, 2010 at 11:17 AM

    Love this. I think it is my favorite. I enjoyed your Cades Cove pictures. I live in Middle Tennessee. We go to Gatlinburg for a nice weekend getaway every now and then.
    Teresa

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  23. Ana Love CraftMarch 10, 2015 at 10:03 AM

    So beautiful! I love this! Visiting from Visiting from Roses of Inspiration Link Party! Thank you for sharing!
    Hope you have a wonderful day!
    Hugs and love from Portugal,
    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  24. AnonymousMarch 10, 2015 at 10:44 AM

    Nice made!

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  25. hobbyloesMarch 10, 2015 at 1:26 PM

    O my, I love this beautiful tea cozy !!

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  26. Scrappy quilterMarch 10, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    That is so pretty. Love the colors.

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  27. ConniecrafterMarch 10, 2015 at 9:16 PM

    pretty colors and love the look of layers

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  28. JillMarch 11, 2015 at 5:18 PM

    Beautiful tea cosy! My mother in law has been asking me to make her one. This is a bit of inspiration. :)

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  29. StephanieMarch 11, 2015 at 7:22 PM

    Well, if this isn't just the cutest! The layers are fabulous, my friend :) Thanks a bunch for sharing with Roses of Inspiration. Enjoy the remainder of your week! Hugs!

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  30. JESMarch 12, 2015 at 8:08 AM

    That is just adorable!!! It is quite the proud little pouf isn't it! That would also bring a smile to my face as it is the little things in life after all :)

    Thanks for taking the time to link this with us too Toni!

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