Purple mania

 I got a few rolls of nice purple crochet yarn and the beautiful color inspired me to create very delicate things with it. I ended up with a "collection" of bra tops, all my original design. First I made a simple bra with lace trim and straps, that was my first attempt to something like that. Then I wanted to see how it would look with a more bold lace decoration, so I made the second one with a wide lace pattern. While I was still working on that one, I started to learn hairpin lace, so of course I wanted to try and combine that technique with my lingerie-like purple things. So I made a longer top with hairpin lace. I'm quite happy with them, although the acrylic yarn is a little rigid, and not as soft and stretchy as other fibers, but at least it's easy to clean and will keep color and shape for long! 

      (More pictures about these here)

Found on the net...

      There are several benefits of knowing foreign languages. One of them is that you're able to search different domains of the internet. Sometimes, when I can't find inspiration among English language crochet sites and patterns, I venture out and search in Chinese. It's not always easy, but can be rewarding - this beautiful hat pattern is one of the few gems I found.
I used a 2.75mm hook and made it with very fine non-dyed wool yarn, so it's really soft and warm. I just love the way the lace pattern shows on this piece!

(This piece is for sale currently. You can see more pictures and details here.)