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...

Tia has created this adorable baby/tot cap that will keep tiny ears shielded from the wind and frame that tiny face so well!  She has kindly offered us a free pattern so we can all make caps for the little … Read More...

Look what I found at the thrift store!  I’ve never seen one of these before, but for $3, I decided that I had to own it.  It’s published by Golden so I believe it might be related to the wonderful … Read More...

If the cover photo isn’t enough to interest you in this book, there’s more!  This insanely cute book is full of the designs of Brenda K.B.Anderson who designs costumes for the extremely popular Sesame Street Live.  So, she’s got the … Read More...

Before you know it, Halloween will be here and the kids will demand last minute Halloween costumes.  Don’t they always??  Here are some quickies I found online for you.  I’m sure these will save the day!

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I had never heard of ‘fast fashion’.  Have you?  This very brief video gives a glimpse into some problems in the fashion world that will interest many crocheters.  The impact of ‘fast fashion’ is less on crochet than on … Read More...

Do you need a crochet club?  Would you enjoy having a group of crocheters (and maybe other handcrafters) to meet with once a month or so to share your love of yarn and crochet?  How about having a crochet … Read More...

People are always looking for a stitch or stitch combination that leaves no holes in the created fabric.  Well, this one might be for you.  Clever crocheter Rhondda Mol found this stitch in an antique crochet book and updated the … Read More...

While Rita typically begins with variegated yarns, requiring her to use only a single color of dye, splendid results can be achieved by using more than one color of dye on your yarn.  Over at Adorn Anew Blog, Stacey … Read More...

I have come across some useful information that I want to share with my readers.  There are several different ways to dye yarn in your kitchen.  The one that intrigues me most is the long color runs achieved … Read More...

Jaan L of Tx with this entry chosen at random from all the qualified entries!!

My favorite stitch is an open lace #2007 from http://mypicot.com it may have another name, but I love … Read More...

Ignore the cute kid.  Step back.  You can’t take the cute kid home!  However, you CAN go here to get a better look at the cute kid and find the free pattern to make the adorable cap she’s wearing.  ‘Nuff … Read More...

I think this potholder/dishcloth/facecloth is so pretty.  I like the vareigated yarn – but the scalloped edge is really what gives it the boost to make it a bit different from all those other fairly simple similar patterns out there.  … Read More...

You may not be able to read the instructions for the delicate motifs on this site, but you can follow the charts – or just use the idea to make a similar project using motif patterns you already own … Read More...