These masks, based upon the Lion Brand pattern seen here ,
are so much fun to make. I think they capture the essence of Autumn and the spirit of Halloween.
I’ve named this one The Woodsman
and this one, Goddess of Autumn.
Halloween
It’s Fall!: Crocheted Leaf Mask
Next weekend, I’m working at a haunted corn maze, this year selling body parts. If you haven’t visited a corn maze on a dark night, you should know that it’s a whole different experience! Anyway, it’s only a few days off and I’ve been thinking about what kind of mask to wear. I want to make it myself but didn’t want to go to a lot of trouble. And it has to be comfortable. Then I saw this wonderful creation, and can’t wait to get started! It’s reminiscent of the medieval “green man” image carved in stone in churches all over Europe. Kind of a one with nature feel, just perfect for autumn.
Green Man in wood, St Martin Candes,
Loire Valley, France
It’s Fall: Crocheted Autumn Leaves
Fall is around the corner, just up the road a little way. Thinking of fall projects yet? This pattern is listed on Crochet Memories as a “fridgie”, but I’m including it here on Dances because I can think of lots of uses for these colorful little leaves. Or even green ones. Hat or purse trims, as part of a fall table runner, napkin rings, candle rings, centerpiece components….
It’s Nearly Halloween: A Couple of Masks to Make
From Knit and Crochet Now!, two simple masks, one in knit, the other in crochet.
The knit mask:
The crochet mask:
These look so much more comfy than the plastic commercial ones, and are amenable to adding decorations. Bet they’d look even better on someone with normal coloring!
Dances with Wools 