I’ve crocheted a lot of flowers similar to this one – for all kinds of purposes. I love to wear them as brooches, but they’re fun to sew onto hats, headbands, jackets, or anything else you’ve made or purchased. … Read More...
Start A Tiny New Tradition
Do you like Good Luck Charms? Or just a reminder of something or someone to carry with you? This little project would be perfect for that – although, the designer of it fills the tiny pouches with polyfill ‘beads’. … Read More...
Crochet A Fresh Idea
I saw this lovely photo and just wanted to share it with you. Patterns abound online and in books and magazines for all the shapes and motifs in the picture. I can’t tell if they’re hanging or laying on a … Read More...
Old Fashioned?
On his blog, Matt named this ‘Old Fashioned Bunting‘. I think it’s fresh and up to date! I would love to see this in seasonal colors, hanging over a front doorway or over the windows inside … Read More...
Super Simple Scarf and Cowl
If you have yarn and can made a double crochet, this is the simplest scarf/cowl you can possibly make. It’s got a lot of impact for such a simple project. The yarn really does all the work for you! As … Read More...
2013 Crochet, Here We Come!
Time is running out for 2012 and we’ll soon be welcoming 2013. I’m not huge on making New Year’s Resolutions, but this year I’ve decided to make a few resolutions regarding my crochet.
1. Use up stash on hand
2. … Read More...
Winter Wonderland For Sandy Hook
I know that most of us feel heartbroken about the recent tragedy in Sandy Hook, resulting in the death of so many innocent children and some of their teachers. But, there is one small thing that we can do that … Read More...
Scarf Central – Knitting Patterns
I seldom check knit sites for crochet goodies, but that’s where I found this beauty. Definitely on my To-Do list!
Looking for more Crochet Cowl patterns? Check out these crochet cowl patterns we found on Etsy.This … Read More...
Blanket Boy
I think this blanket boy is so cute that I wanted to be sure to share it with you. You can get the pattern on this site.
Then I ran across these and fell in love with them too. … Read More...
Super Quick, Super Last Minute Christmas Patterns
Few words are needed here, right? Grab your hook and make your Christmas a little more personal. Get the pattern for these cute gift tags here. You can work up a batch of these in one evening.
You can create … Read More...
Do Not Panic! Get One (Or More) Of These For The Crocheter In Your Life.
Here are a few great ideas for gifts for the crocheter in your life:
High End – Caron Etimo Tulip Crochet Hooks
Not so high end but wonderful:
Yarn!! Nothing could be finer!
High End (available online or at your … Read More...
Some Very Quick Gingerbread (Crochet, That Is)
Ursula has created these adorable and very easy Gingerbread tags and is offering a free pattern and tutorial for us! You can use them as gift tags, ornaments, fridgies, or as Ursula has done in this example – made a … Read More...
Using Up Yarn – Or A Christmas ExStringvaganza
Here are a few quick ideas for using up you scraps of yarn to make your packages look very special – and unique. Most need no instruction. Turn the plainest of paper into the most stylish packages under the tree. … Read More...
Crochet Pattern Coaster or Scrubbie?
I know. You’re wondering why I am featuring a very simple coaster that almost any crocheter could make. (Get the free pattern here.) But, I do have my reasons.
First, as Annabelle states on her blog where the pattern … Read More...
Zpaghetti Crochet?
Zpaghetti – not Spaghetti! This is an intriguing new fiber available on cones. It’s made with parts of what looks like tee shirt fabric that is leftover from the manufacturing process. So, what to make with it? Try these … Read More...
Quick, Cute, Crochet, Christmas
Here are a few of the latest, quickest, cutest crochet goodies I’ve found on the internet to share with you. Hope you like them. You’ve still got time to make a handful of these sweet things for your home/family/friends. Get … Read More...
Nook or Not, Kindle or Spindle
I have not actually used any of the ereaders myself – you know, the Nook, Kindle, etc. Have you? What are the pros and cons of these devices with regards to crochet? Are they good for reading patterns … Read More...
A Special Christmas Garland
I’m betting you’ll love this fluffy looking Christmas Star Garland as much as I do. Hope yo have time to make one for this year. If not, copy the pattern and start on it for next year. I also think … Read More...
From Junk to Jems
You know I love to take lowly, throwaways to make something cool, preferrably using crochet. Here are a few ideas I’ve run across recently. Hope you’ll like them.
Use a cereal box for the tag and crochet a tiny wreath … Read More...
Giveaway Winner (Times Three) Announced!!!
Here are the books that were offered for each Giveaway and the entry for each. Congratulations to each winner – and thank you to all who entered. There are some great links on a couple of the Giveaway Comments, so … Read More...