July 4 is history, but we still have plenty of Summer ahead of us.  We’ll be crocheting at kids’ games, around the pool, for the pool, for back to school stuff, for cool summer garments, and all those other things … Read More...

There have been some new crochet accessories, gadgets, and other tools on the market lately.  I’ve written about some of them.  However, I still prefer some of the older items that do the same work.  Here’s my Top Five List.  … Read More...

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Congratulations, Ambar!!  I hope you find lots of goodies in this book.  Please send me your snail mail info so I can get this book in the mail to you.… Read More...

If you’ve seen this wonderful book, you know that Margaret Hubert is an exceedingly talented crochet designer.  This hat was pictured in her book, but no pattern was given.  Now, the pattern has been made available for all of us … Read More...

This cute rose is created a bit differently from most patterns I’ve seen.  Check it out for yourself.  It’s a snap to work up and would make such a nice brooch.  This is just an example of one of many … Read More...

I believe that all crocheters are designers.  Most of us tweak a pattern to suit our needs and tastes.  Many, like me, find a pattern to be merely a suggestion – a hint as to how to proceed, hoping to … Read More...

When I had kids in the binky stage, I wasn’t a crocheter.  I used a diaper pin (can you even buy those anymore??) and a length of elephant cord to keep the binky from being lost.  No one wants a … Read More...

Since I’m not adept at knitting, I asked my friend Mandy Pedigo, the owner of The Cloistered Lamb and a fabric artist extraordinaire, to take a look and give me the benefit of her expertise.  Here is her review of … Read More...

The winner of this Giveaway is Christina with this entry:

Thanks for the giveaway! I love this one as a little coin purse or small gift/treat holder. http://www.sugarncream.com/pattern.php?PID=6171&cps=21191

My zipcode is 41041

This contest gave me fits!  You crocheters … Read More...

I saw this cute dress the other day and wanted to share this free pattern as well as some ideas about the dress that you might not have thought of.  The pattern indicates that this dress is a size 3 … Read More...

Time to get your flag on!  Kara has come up with another design that will be admired by all.  This one is quick and easy enough to complete in time to decorate your front door for July 4.  Check … Read More...

I read about this tool in the Summer 2013 issue of Crochet! magazine and can’t wait to get my hands on one.  I am not great with color.  I know what I like but that’s about as far as it … Read More...

Starting out small is always a good idea when you want to stretch your skill in crochet.  Here are a few small projects which might entice you to try a new stitch, a new technique, or experiment with new fibers.  … Read More...

Father’s Day is upon us again and we are all looking for a way to crochet something wonderful for Dad.  Well, that’s pretty hard to do.  I know that the men in my life have all the caps and scarves … Read More...

This is the updated and revised 2012 edition of Donna Kooler’s classic reference book that is in the hands of many crocheters.  I just ran across this at my public library and decided to share my review of it with … Read More...

Here’s the book 50 Sunflowers to Knit and Crochet. that my readers were trying to win.  You gave me a LOT of work to do!  This one was very difficult for me.  I should just stick to the random … Read More...

Since I’m neither an accomplished nor an avid knitter, I asked my friend, Mandy Pedigo, to write this review for me.  Mandy is a very accomplished fiber atrist, completing her degree in fiber arts.  She loves anything to do … Read More...

I think flowers and shells go together well – at least in crochet.  Elise has offered a free pattern for this very pretty Infinity Scarf.

Looking for more patterns for flowers? Check out this Crochet Flower Pattern Book.… Read More...

If you like to add small bits of crochet to garments, totes, and accessories, this book has plenty of material for you.  This book contains groupings of appliques that will please you and others.  There are seasonal appliques, those … Read More...

Have you been seeing crochet all over the fashion world like I have?  I guess Margaret Hubert had too as she’s collected a ravishing bunch of patterns in this book entitled Runway Crochet.  I took the book to my … Read More...