Colorful Crocheted Christmas Balls

A few days ago I was poking around in Etsy, when I came upon this awesome shop, ATERGcrochet, owned by Greta Tulner, from Netherlands. It is one of the most colorful shops in Etsy World, and I immediately fell in love with her crocheted creations. I was especially drawn to her beautiful Crocheted Christmas balls.

Aren't they incredible? Well, she sells the pattern for them, and although I am a crocheting noob, I decided to stretch a bit, and I purchased a pattern. The design is lovely, but I also fell in love with the yarn she used. It is 100% cotton, and has a lovely sheen and gorgeous colors. 

The yarn is Schachenmayr SMC "Catania" and is made in Hungary, but I found an US store that carries the yarn. I purchased my yarn from Yarn Paradise. I just received them this evening... super fast delivery BTW... I just ordered them 2 days ago! I was thrilled when I opened the box and saw them. The colors are so vibrant and the yarn feels soft, smooth and lovely. I bought 12 different colors so I should be able to make some very colorful balls. I can't wait to get to work with this yarn.

Given the fact that Christmas is just around the corner, and I really don't know much about crocheting, I don't know if I'll get any done for this Christmas. But it's never too early to start on next Christmas, right? :)

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Submitted by Kimara on Thu, 12/15/2011 - 06:52
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Crochet Balls

Submitted by WhisperingOak (not verified) on Sun, 12/18/2011 - 21:52.

What vibrant colors. The yarn is just beautiful. Makes me want to start this project.

Crocheted balls and Yarn Paradise

Submitted by Cathy (not verified) on Sun, 12/18/2011 - 08:21.

Hi,

I just found your website this morning. I am going to enjoy browsing - love it. I will also try out the crocheted balls - haven't crocheted in ages and they look so beautiful - must try them. I have been to Yarn Paradise - it's in the heart of Asheville, NC and sits on a cozy street near a tearoom. Love that shop. Have spent a lot of money in that shop. Thanks for sharing your art...Cathy

Gorgeous yarn!

Submitted by tinasquirrel on Thu, 12/15/2011 - 09:22.

I might have to get some! You are seducing me with the thought of that super-fast shipping, lol. I bought the pattern too, and I'm almost done with my first ball. Since I'm using different yarn (just some Knit Picks Wool of the Andes that I had in my stash), I'm not sure how big they will turn out, but they are looking like a nice size so far! Hopefully I'll have time to finish it today as I'm making it for an ornament swap on Saturday. Although I want to keep it for myself!

Tina
My crafty blog, http://squirrelacorns.wordpress.com

Did you buy them out of the

Submitted by Robin (not verified) on Mon, 01/02/2012 - 00:53.

Did you buy them out of the yarn? lol. In a search of the online store they are only showing 3 colors and 2 are multi-colorways. :( I'll keep looking. :) Your ornaments turned out lovely and I love her shop!