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Crochet A Lampshade

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How adventurous are you?  Would you dear to tear up the lampshade on an antique lamp and figure out how to create a new one in crochet?  This would be a huge stretch for me.  But, not for Laura!

Laura … Read More...

So What’s Special About This Cloche?

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So, what’s special about this cloche?  It doesn’t look dramatically different from other crocheted hats I’ve seen.  I’m not enamored of the color (not a good choice for me).  I do like the stitch pattern but I’m deterred by those … Read More...

A Wreath For Valentine?

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Yes!  I think this lovely, understated wreath would look fab with a pretty heart added to it.  First, you follow the tutorial here to make the wreath.

 

Then, you crochet one or more hearts to add to the wreath … Read More...

Things People Crochet

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I found this site that is new to me.  It’s a lot of fun.  It includes many crafts beside crochet, but the crochet there is pure eye candy.  Some items are posted only for your viewing pleasure.  Others are pictures … Read More...

Square Crochet Hooks??

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I’ve never seen a square handled crochet hook before, but I’m intrigued.

These hooks claim to be ‘ergonomically designed’ (as do many others) and are a bit pricey for mass-marketed hooks, but if they live up to even half of … Read More...

Crochet A Teddy Hat

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For the beginner or for a lover of Teddy Bears, this quick pattern will be a favorite!  You can make this hat in about an hour (even if you’re a slow crocheter like I am).  Make one to warm up … Read More...

So Easy, So Cool Way To Warm Your Ears

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This is about the easiest design I’ve ever seen – and so incredibly innovative!  I am a dedicated walker.  I walk outside in all kinds of weather (except ice) and detest hats.  This headband is the absolute perfect design for … Read More...

Freeform Creation

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I’m a huge fan of freeform crochet.  It’s akin to abstract art to me.  For those of us who must follow a pattern, this is not the path to follow.  But, for those who like to think outside the box, … Read More...

Cute Package Topper

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Ok, this looks purely Christmas, right?  But, it’s not!

But, consider this.  Without the wreath part, it’s just an awesome bow. And, you’ve got packages to wrap all year long, right?  So, save this sweet free pattern so you can … Read More...

BABY BLUE PRINT WINNER!

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Here’s the entry that was chosen at random from all qualifying entries for this Giveaway:

With four grandchildren (two boys and two girls) four years of age and under, I am always crocheting something. For the girls, I love this … Read More...

The Quickest Project Ever??

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This just might be the quickest crochet project ever – or at least the quickest, cutest one!

 

Bezencilla has created these pretty barrettes that could be used for a variety of purposes.  Of course, they can be used in … Read More...

Amazing Crochet

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I had not been looking for, of all things, a fox purse, but I found one anyway!  It’s an amazing bag, don’t you think?

Perhaps even more amazing is that you can get the free pattern to make one for … Read More...

By Knook Or Crook, Is It A Hook?

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Since the release of the much advertised Knook, there has been discussion in the crochet community as to whether Knook is a form of crochet.  This is not really a new issue.  It is just new to some of us.  … Read More...

Must See/Must Make 3-D Snowflake

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I just had to share this with you!  The time is quickly running out for us to crochet something really impressive for this Christmas.  But, if you need/want to, this may well be the perfect project for you.  It’s a … Read More...

Fun With Filet Crochet

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I’ve never mastered filet crochet.  I’ve attempted it several times and have had inconsistent results.  I actually finished a pretty filet doily that ended up being my own design!  It started as a legit filet pattern, but it kinda devolved … Read More...