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This adorable makeup pouch is made from this free pattern but featured on Anabelia’s blog post.  The colors Anabelia uses are delicate and the combinations really work together. These pouches would be ideal for handmade Christmas gifts for friends … Read More...

This stunning book is full of amazing crochet projects, proving that crochet is far more than granny squares and afghans!  When taken into the ‘fine art’ category, there are a few crochet designers who elevate this craft to an art … Read More...

If you’re like me, you’ve got a lot of both of these on hand:

Well, maybe the little motifs you have on hand are not flowers.  But, the idea remains the same.  You have an ugly bag, you add some … Read More...

There’s a new site for posting our projects for all to see.  This one is headquartered in the UK, but the projects are universal.  I fell in love with this cute variation on a simple granny square blanket.  The designer … Read More...

This is such a charming book that if you craft gifts other than crocheted, you’ll want to nab a copy of it for yourself.   Many of the projects are fiber based, but there is also knitting, paper crafting and some … Read More...

I really like the look of this Chunky Granny Scarf.  This one will work up quickly!  I don’t usually make things using chunky/bulky yarn, but this one will get made.  I also am not sure why it’s called Granny as … Read More...

Unexpected Afghans is the latest book by Robyn Chachula.  This splendid book will entice you with its collection of richly textured afghans of all sizes and, as the title states, unexpected stitch and color combinations.  From a few twists … Read More...

Kristin Omdahl fans will be pleased to know that she has just released a new crochet book, Seamless Crochet, described as “techniques and motifs for join-as-you-go-designs.”

I can’t think of anyone who has told me that they’re in love … Read More...

Crochet patterns are often ranked according to some scale of Difficulty Rating.  Books, magazines, and websites often use a system to categorize their patterns based on some perceived skill levels.  Are these real differences?  Are they written in granite?  Who … Read More...

Sweet Eleanor Scarf

I was unable to attend the September meeting of the St. Louis Crochet Club.  Ronnie nicely agreed to take notes for me.  Here is her round-up of the group’s Show n’ Tell.  Sorry I missed it.  I’ll … Read More...

I just got my hands on this latest issue of Crochet Today! magazine.  This is one of their best issues!  Of the 25 projects offered in this edition, FIVE of them are must-do’s and several others look … Read More...

“Hooked On Crochet” is but one of the books of the talented Candi Jensen.  This book contains ’20 Sassy Projects’ and” includes step-by-step instructions for beginners’.  That’s all on the cover and it’s true!  Especially the part about … Read More...

Here’s a late report of the show n’ tell at the last meeting of the St. Louis Crochet Club.  We are a diverse group and we welcome knitters, weavers, and those who do other sorts of needle arts in addition … Read More...