Hello again Steemians and beautiful creators! <3
I'll start by saying, Yay! I finally completed my latest crochet design! I wanted to make a long sleeved dress that I could wear during these cool Carolina summer nights - because I'm pretty much always cold. This creation was inspired by the magical solitude of a quiet mountain trail.
The dress actually worked up pretty quickly and I was able to complete the project in about a week. Here I am finishing up the final row on my bunk bed... which is also my desk. :)
As soon as I finished this dress, I knew I wanted to go somewhere special to capture it. I ended up choosing Craggy Gardens, one of the best nature lookouts in western North Carolina. It is popular for its long range, 360 degree mountain views.
Unfortunately, the elevation of Craggy puts you in the clouds if there are any. This morning brought a seemingly endless cloud to the summit. So there were no panoramic mountain views... but I think I found heaven...?
Typically if you arrive at Craggy and you are trapped in a cloud, you can wait it out. The weather can change very quickly up there with the wind. If you do go, bring a jacket or blanky because Craggy is over 3,500 feet higher in elevation than the city of Asheville and is about 10-20 degrees cooler. This wind was reaaallly cold and I was thankful for the sleeves!
With the morning light quickly fading, we decided to head out and get some final shots off the Blue Ridge Parkway.
The Parkway is 469 miles and connects the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina to the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia. Aside from Highway 1 in Big Sur, California, this is the most scenic drive I've experienced in my life. Trails, lookouts, waterfalls, camp grounds, and swimming holes make it a popular destination for nature lovers around the world. If you can make the journey, I highly recommend it.
That's all for now! This dress pattern will be hitting my shop next week. Hope you enjoyed <3 Thanks so much for visiting me. xx
Beautiful photography! And the dress is super cool!
Thank you and thank you! <3 <3
Oh my god, i love this design! Did you come up with it yourself, soooo talented! Wish i could crochet. Love you "mermaidcat" name, me and my sister inlaw call ourselves Aussie mermaids aha. Im new to steem it, would be awesome if you would follow me back @bethwendy
Hey @mermaidcat my #introduceyourself is up on my blog, would mean the world if you could check it out xo
Thanks so much! I did design it myself and you can crochet! It's easier than it looks :) xx I followed you back :) <3 <3
Thank youu (: x
When I saw the dress I was in awe, and then the photos are just amazing! You and your fiance are such a great team! I can't wait to get my hands on this pattern. It'll probably take me longer than a week for me since, I still have like 5 patterns I need to work on that I already have from your shop. X)
Beautiful work! :D
Lol! Thank you! It is much appreciated! <3 Make sure you send me the email if you haven't already! <3 I'll be sending it out early next week! <3 <3
WHOA! These photos are amazing. Better than the typical view, it became a backdrop of wonder that totally allowed the dress to shine. Lovely work!
Thanks so much! That means a lot :) <3
Nothing makes you feel both small and infinite like long-range mountains. Magical creation and quite the photos to capture it!
Indeed feeling small and infinite! Thank you :) :)
This is the most beautiful crocheted piece I have ever seen. You are incredible, inspiring, and on top of it all a sweetheart!💖
Awww! That is so sweet! <3 <3 Thanks so much. :)
This dress is absolutely amazing! I'm so in awe of your creations. I have a few patterns that have been waiting for me to make them, and I already have a few sitting in my cart waiting to be purchased. :)
Thank you! You're a babe <3 Make sure to send me that email if you haven't already! <3 <3
After looking at this, I better step my photography skills. LOL ... you just upped the game :)
Lol, thanks @stackin!
Wow ! stunning - up voted
Wow, how long did it take to make the stunning dress? It looks so nice
Thank you so much <3 Made it in about a week... not sure how many hours though :)
These shots and the dress look awesome!
Thanks so much! xx
Beautiful pics
Thank you! :)
Wow!
This is beautiful. I guess this would have been meticulously made.
You are doing great @mermaidcat
Steem on!
Gorgeous! Some heavenly pic's you've got there! Nice crochet work
Thanks so much! xx :)
Love this dress! You look like a real goddess!
Thanks so much! That is so sweet :)
Thank you! I have a question - those yarn requirements are for what height?
I am 5'6'' it is easy to lengthen or shorten though :) <3 <3 <3
There are so many great photos, thanks for sharing them. Lovely nature, in all aspects!
Thanks so much and i'm glad you joined! Hoping to see some of your crochet posts here! xx <3
You are wearing this dress with such a grace. I received the pattern! Thank you very much for your kindness. Not sure I will look as gorgeous in a crochet dress, but maybe a skirt will look better on me ...
You'll look amazing in it! <3 <3 <3
Congratulations @mermaidcat!
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Thanks so much! I appreciate the share :)
You're really beautiful in candid shots. :)
Aww, thanks! :)
Nice!
Those photos are awesome!!! The pink dress with the blues, greens, etc in the background, stunning! Followed!!
Thanks so much! I followed you as well :)
Wow! Very lovely pics! Thank you fr sharing
<3
Your photos are really beautiful!
Thanks @mikej!
Nice background, is it a real one or just a kind of photo wallpaper? :-O
Lol, it's real :) On a mountain top at sunrise <3
Great! So I have to resteem it, sorry.
Aww! Thanks so much :) I really appreciate it!
That looks like such a perfect dress for a mountain day!
Indeed! <3 Not the best for hiking though ;)
One of the most beautiful dresses that I have ever seen!! I super love the dress!!❤
Awww! <3 <3 <3 Thank you soooo much <3 :) :-*
Awesome photos!
Thank you! <3
Beautiful! I think these are some of the best photos yet! Love the dress, the pattern is gorgeous as well as the color you chose. You're so talented!!
Thanks so much! :) That's very sweet! <3
I love everything about this dress! So much talent you have :)
Aww! Thank you so much! That means a lot :)
WOW!!!! <3
<3 <3 <3
The dress is amazing! You are super talented! The views are breathtaking! I am in love with your creations!
!!! <3 Thanks so much for the love! <3
Gorgeous!!! Upvoted!
Yay! Thank you!!! <3 <3 <3 <3
Beautiful stacey, both the dress and the setting 😍
Thank you! Make sure you send me another email for this pattern if you haven't! <3 I'll be sending it out early next week! xx
This is too stunning, makes me want to be there! Beautiful work, as always 😍
Thanks beauty <3
Mountain mama! What a beautiful dress. You're so talented!
Aww! Thank you! xx
Stunning pics and model!
Thank you :)
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Thank you!
hey mermaidcat,
just seen your report.
I am really impressed. It's wonderful.
Enjoy here on steemit.
Thanks so much @zeuss1!
Wow what amazing photo's, the dress is gorgeous.
Thank you! xx :) <3
It's a really nice dress you made
<3 <3 <3!
Pretty girl there ^^
Thank you :)
Magnificence and flow captured in a dress, creating a whole new magic of its own. 🌸🌸🌸
Thank you! that is too sweet! :) <3
Such gorgeous photos you've captured! And that park is one I'm looking forward to visit one day♡
Indeed! You should make the trip!
Beautiful dress. Amazing photos!
Thanks @cassandra-h! <3 <3 <3
GORGOUS photos!!!
Thanks for the support! <3 xx Just emailed you :)
Wow you and the background are absolutely breathtaking 😍. Ever since I found you on etsy, I have fallen in love with your patterns❤️ Also your free spirit is lovely. Great job on the new piece and I cannot wait to crochet it.
Aww! Thank you so much! i'm excited to see you wearing it! xx
These are beautiful photographs. The dress and your pics are worthy of a high end magazine. Can't wait to see your other posts.
Wow thanks so much! <3 <3 <3
It's so beautiful! I love it ❤❤❤
<3 :-*
Gorgeous dress. And absolutely stunning photos!
I wish there was somewhere near me that looks like that....looks so peaceful xxx
Thanks so much <3 :-* It is very peaceful and serene for sure :)
I'm always in awe of your beautiful designs! You are so very talented and I'm so thankful for your kindness in sharing and inspiring makers around the world. These pictures are amazing as well, such beautiful scenery. Yay for nature!
Aww! Thanks so much :) That really means a lot <3 <3 Yay nature!
again beautiful crochet, stunning picture and amazing landscape!
Thank you so much! xx