Hi there pldrake.
Crystal palace yarn is not very well known here in the U.K.
I only know of a couple of web-stores that sell it.
www.yarnmarket.com
www.yarndex.com
Your latest project sounds so sweet and i`m sure it will look great even with a yarn substitute

I am currently crocheting a baby blanket with a pattern from lion brand jamie yarn. I am always looking for new patterns on baby blankets. I seem to be stuck on this one pattern because it works up quickly. I have done this pattern so many times I could probably do it with my eyes closed.

i'd say make scarfs. they're easy to make, and fast. plus you can add your beads to them and all to personalize and indiviualize each.

What a great idea! I never thought of doing something like that. Now I will have to go home and try it out! Thanks!

Today I am working on a bikini! Can you believe it? I have lots of patterns for the top, but am still looking for an acceptable pattern for the bottom. Does anyone know of a good 'hipster' bottom pattern? I found lots of 'string' bottoms, but this bod needs more coverage.

I'm making a flower appliqued baby afghan out of worsted weight yarn and a hat and booties out of fingering yarn, also with floral appliques for our grand daughter who we expect in mid July. For her big sister who is six I'm making a simpler version of the same 3 pieces for her baby-doll. Am also making a 3-piece buffet set out of size #3o Cream color for my sister. Not too fancy, just classic pineapple rounds. One is 15" and the outer two are 9".

I am working on one of my Market BagPacks that I sell and on a pumpkin hat for our newest grandson who is due in early October!

That pattern is here if anyone wants to try their hand at it!
http://www.bevscountrycottage.com/bevs-pumpkin-hat.html

Bev