Above is the tiny url preview link to the Lion Brand Yarn Contest being co-sponsored by the website at www.instructables.com. The instructables.com website is a fun place to visit. There are a bunch of entries in the LB Yarn … Read More...
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by jd wolfe
Above is the tiny url preview link to the Lion Brand Yarn Contest being co-sponsored by the website at www.instructables.com. The instructables.com website is a fun place to visit. There are a bunch of entries in the LB Yarn … Read More...
by jd wolfe
So, do you want to be able to design your own crochet? I ran across a couple of sites that will be helpful in this endeavor. There are also any number of books that can make this process clearer and … Read More...
by jd wolfe
Here are some free hat patterns I’ve found around the net. Hope you’ll like them!
http://www.straw.com/cpy/patterns/hat-blippity-party.html
http://www.straw.com/cpy/patterns/deco-popcorn-bag-hat-croc.html
http://www.fuzzygalore.biz/patterns/london.shtml
Here’s one pattern you can wear three ways:
http://www.yarncat.com/3_Way_Cap.html
You just might need one of these soon:
http://bythehook.blogdrive.com/archive/101.html
How cute is this??… Read More...
by jd wolfe
Have you discovered you-tube? I’m not terribly techno-savvy, but I love finding online sites that help me crochet better. There are 2.740 videos listed when you type ‘crochet’ in the search box at the website www.youtube.com
Here are some of … Read More...
by jd wolfe
SOME SAMPLES OF KIM’S ORIGINAL PATTERNS AVAILABLE ON HER WEBSITE.
Check out our NEW Facebook page for Crochet. This page is only about Crochet!! Free pattern links, tips tricks and tutorial videos. We will be sharing it all to … Read More...
by jd wolfe
I think that Fernmonkey’s thoughtful ‘response’ to my recent blog “‘Is Crochet the Red-Headed Stepchild of Knitting?’” deserves to be read by all. So, although I could find no way to contact Fernmonkey personally, I’ve decided to elevate … Read More...
by jd wolfe
Wish I had a pattern for this Gymboree bag. Think I can figure it out? I’d change the colors to match a pretty little dress.
Since I finished the butterfly poncho for Peytan, I began thinking about cute little girl’s … Read More...
by jd wolfe
Really! If you’re suffering from crochet boredom, doldrums, lack of inspiration, there is a cure for it. Take a trip to your local library or book store. I warn you, the library is cheaper! Some places don’t have great libraries … Read More...
by Sarah White
Once you get past the rush of the holidays, it’s time to focus on yourself and your home and what’s going to make you feel good for the rest of winter. For me, that’s having a homemade blanket in every … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
I have a weakness for mini charm packs of precut fabric. They’re like charm packs but smaller and cuter. Where charm squares are 5”, a mini charm measures a mere 2.5” square. And while those squares are pretty small, there’s … Read More...
This layout has a large leaf die cut cut from the background and stitched around the edges, it’s filled with rows of pattern paper chained stitched in scallops. Take a closer look at this stunning design on the Paige Taylor … Read More...
This wonderful double page Autumn spread features a large photo with a few embellishments on one side and pocket pages with photos and journaling on the other. Take a closer look on the Scrapbook and Cards Today blog.
Autumn is … Read More...
These crochet patterns are all for good old-fashioned Tissue box covers. I 100% believe that tissue box covers are making a comeback. More and more styling ideas are about blending in the everyday items. Tissues are something that are always … Read More...
Knitting worsted, 6 ozs., … Read More...
I have had a soft spot for the Gingerbread man ever since the Movie Shrek. That little gingerbread man was filled with attitude and cute too. This Crochet roundup is for 10 free crochet patterns that all involved the … Read More...
Hey there, welcome to our roundup of beautiful and fun temperature blanket patterns! If you’re not familiar with temperature blankets, they’re a popular crochet project where you track the temperature each day and use a different color yarn to represent … Read More...
I love this moccasin styled Crochet slipper pattern. This pattern has a contrasting sole to make it look more like a shoe. I a 99% sure I could get away with wearing these to school pickup, maybe even date night. … Read More...
As we spend more time at home, it’s important to create a comfortable and inviting space that reflects our personal style. One simple and easy way to do this is by adding a touch of warmth and texture to our … Read More...
by jd wolfe
It’s a sure sign of Spring when I see lots of new flower patterns. This one is so cute! I love the little lady bug chilling on that bright flower. Wouldn’t this make a pretty brooch? Of course you could … Read More...
Many crafts people I’ve met in the blogosphere have started out selling their wares (quilts, crochet throws, pillows, and purses, for instance) then find it more profitable to sell the patterns for said objects. That’s just being smart since there … Read More...