This is the free pattern from one of my favorite crochet talents, Thata Pang.  Check out her blog for all sorts of crochet inspiration.  You can get the free pattern for this pretty angel here.  While Thata resides in … Read More...

Wouldn’t a bunch of these be really nice to have around the house to hold all kinds of things?  Adriana offers a free pattern and tote-torial on her blog.  I’m thinking we should work up some of these in colors … Read More...

It doesn’t get much sweeter than these!  This is just a ‘picture show’.  Click on the links for patterns and details.  So much to crochet, so little time….

First are the sweet, tiny trees above.  Get the details here.… Read More...

Crochet At Play by Kat Goldin

This book is very aptly name. It’s full of enchanting patterns depicted on children at play. I am frequently asked for a cape for a little girl’s Little Red Ridinghood. Well, it’s … Read More...

Here are some great books for towel topper patterns

Looking for more Christmas themed Crochet Patterns? Check out these books

Crochet Christmas Ornaments

 Christmas Crochet Pattern Books 

And these Christmas patterns on Etsy  

From the very practical (and … Read More...

A friend (thanks, Melinda!!) sent me a link to this wonderful Christmas Tree.  Even better than the tree is the sweet story of how all the crocheted ornaments were gathered.  Please visit the site to view the tree and ornaments … Read More...

My friend Ronnie is a very talented crocheter.  She can glimpse a pattern and almost instantly see where a mistake might crop up.  She can look at my work and find where I’ve gone wrong right away – after … Read More...

I’ve featured this artist (Odile Gova of WoolyFabulous) before, but I have just rediscovered her!  Her work is truly amazing and wonderfully inspirational.  I don’t know how she has time to do one thing other than crochet!  I became … Read More...

Granny Squares are a perpetual favorite.  Here is a nice way to finish off those projects with a pretty edging.  It’s pretty simple

but quite effective.  Find the tutorial here.

I also like the way Lucy finishes her … Read More...

The winner of my October Three Book Giveaway is this lovely scarf, entry #7:

This is a picture of a round ripple babyghan that I recently finished.  I just love the bright colors in it.  It’s crocheted from three different variegated sock yarns.  Obviously, the skeins I used have related colors and each skein … Read More...

I made this little scarf for my daughter’s birthday.  Sadly, from this picture, you cannot see its true color.  It’s a lovely dusty lavender that suits my daughter perfectly.  The yarn is a delight to work with and has a … Read More...

This is a super quick project you could work up in just a few hours.  What a perfect way to knock off some of those names on your gift list!  And, don’t forget yourself either.  If you don’t have easy … Read More...

This is pretty cool and would work up quickly.  I’d like to make it in a brushed yarn which would make it even more visually interesting to me.  I actually like spiders, so this might not just be for … Read More...

I often see a stitch combination/pattern or a pictured project which instantly inspires me to pick up my hook and yarn.  Sometimes – a few times – I find something so great for me that I make it into … Read More...

I wanted to show you the lovely stitch definition I’m getting with this rather humble chunky yarn.  I’m working only in half double crochets with cotton yarn that is on a huge wheel, probably designed for use with a knitting … Read More...

Need 25 favors for your kid’s school party?  Whip these up this evening!  Kara over at petalstopicots.com always has some good ideas.  She’s got some other Halloween goodies, but these caught my fancy.  They are so cute and would work … Read More...

If you’ve been reading my blog for very long, you know I’m crazy for stars.  Aren’t these like just to adorable?  I think I might cross stitch the little eyes on them, especially if they are to be in the … Read More...

Unless you’re a rank beginner at crochet, you probably have completed projects that range from Easy to Intermediate to Difficult to Challenging.  These terms are, of course, somewhat questionable.  What seems easy to one person may be extremely challenging to … Read More...

This new book takes a truly fresh look at some humble crochet projects.  The cover gives just a hint of the goodies inside.  There’s little flash here – but the ideas are winners.  You’ll be inspired to rethink some of … Read More...