Robin F Pool Textile Art
Vintage Crochet Mending and Fiber Reclamation
"Is that embroidered? Oh, no, it's crochet!"
Many people have never seen crochet this small (they didn't learn from an 80-year-old lady obsessed by doilies!)
But these patches are easy to sew on yourself. They are durable 100% cotton and can be removed and re-sewn on to anything you like.
Cozy Lounging - Portland, OR
These super-plush Victoria's Secret (Women's Size L) make you feel like you're lounging in front of a cozy fire. The lush satin drawstring and thick flannel give them a luxurious, elegant feel.
Now that the cuffs have been repaired with a bit of vintage lace sunshine, they are ready to brighten up your winter mood!
A shawl made of scrap yarn stretched across a woman's back
A white woman leaning against a tree wearing a scrappy shawl made of yarn that was going to be thown away
A woman sitting on a tree trunk with a scrappy yarn shawl over her shoulders
A shawl made of scrap yarn stretched across a woman's back
Unique and Stylish Shawl
Brentford, England
“Do you want this?” The lady who ran the fiber arts group gestured at a shopping-bag-sized tangle of vintage wool.
It was the donated scrap pile of a highly skilled knitter, judging by the ornate color work samples inside. I couldn't let it go to waste…
So I spent a couple of hours untangling and re-rolling everything. And I ended up designing my very first shawl pattern… from scratch.
This project pushed me beyond what I thought I could accomplish, but I love how it turned out!
Is it ready to warm the shoulders of someone you know?
Chiffon Beauty Rejuvenated - Grants Pass, OR
This 1950s Chiffon scarf was languishing in the $1 bin at the Methodist Thrift Store! But I couldn't resist the cheery watercolor pansies pattern, and I knew I could add a few flower patches to repair it.
I loved picking colors that complemented the original hand-painted pattern. And I crocheted them in England, Ireland, and California, USA.
Now this beautiful scarf is ready to wear again. Would you wear a cascade of flowers?
