We all know about those cute little amigurumi animals.  But, what about larger softies for kids to love on?  The folks over at Martingale have come up with some newer, larger amigurumi type patterns, and they’re giving away a… Read More...

The winner of this book is Laurel with this entry:

zipcode is 11791
I would design a fish using the crocodile stitch for the scales. A tropical colorful looking fish with a beaded accent on the top portion … Read More...

I just love the look of this flowery wreath!  I can’t imagine a mom who wouldn’t love to have this hanging on her front door or in a window or even on a wall.  Lorraine’s color choices need not be … Read More...

Where do you go (other than here 😉 to get your crochet eye-candy fix?  I have several go-to sites for patterns when I know what I want to make, say a scarf or babyghan.  But, when I just need some … Read More...

I ran across this book at my local library last week.  Don’t know how I missed it before.  I don’t believe I ever saw it for sale at any of my usual haunts.

I’m glad I ran across it because … Read More...

One of the coolest things about this cute headband is the opportunity to showcase a single fantastic button!

Jenn of JennLikesYarn.com is the designer of this easy project and she offers this pattern for free on her blog.  Since I’m … Read More...

I found this great site that is JAMMED full of wonderful patterns for babies of all sizes – and for dolls.  This is not such a stretch as babies and dolls are often the same size.  There is a huge … Read More...

This cowl demonstrates the flexibility and creativity that so many crocheters possess.  First, it’s Sarah’s first published design (and it’s a free pattern for us).  Second, she makes great use of some yarns in an interesting color combination that inspires … Read More...

This compact book is a goldmine of mending and camouflaging ideas and techniques.  If you need to extend a hem, cover a hole, shorten a sleeve, replace a zipper, this is the book for you.  With the economy being what … Read More...

Sher calls this her Bolero but to me it looks more like a Shrug – and it looks perfect for Spring and Summer to ward off evening chill or the draft from the AC.  Once again, Sher is offering this … Read More...

I’ve had this book in my hands for a few weeks and have used it a couple times to try out a new stitch pattern.  I wanted to share it with my the group at my local Crochet Club … Read More...

I was going to write a very brief article to share with my readers how much I am in love with the slippers Sher Marchman Day crocheted for me.  But we’ll get to that.  When I went to her site … Read More...

Galler Yarns is a company that was new to me.  They sent me a skein of delicious Inca Gold Cotton.  I wasn’t sure it would be delicious since I am not a fan of crocheting with  cotton yarn.  … Read More...

The latest issue of Crochet Today! Magazine arrived in my mailbox today. Had to hustle all afternoon, chasing computer problems and running weekend errands til I could sit down to page through it. Several really good projects I wanted … Read More...

A baby owl or an owl for a baby—no matter how you look at it, this design is absolutely adorable! Owls continue to be a huge trend in baby accessories and décor, and it’s easy to see why. … Read More...

The latest issue of Crochet! Magazine is a stunner!  You’re sure to enjoy several of the designs in this issue.  I just received my subscription copy in today’s mail and I’m excited to pull out some yarn to get … Read More...

The winner of the February Pattern Giveaway is ……… drum roll please…………..

Misty of
crazecrafts.us

She’ll receive a Free Downloadable Pattern Pack from Kristin at  WWW.RAKJpatterns.com .

Misty, please email me at [email protected] so I can forward your … Read More...

If you love to crochet cardigans, this might be your new favorite book!  Lisa Gentry has designed 15 garments for this book – mostly cardigans – and they are amazingly attractive.  There is at least one sweater for every body … Read More...

That’s a hefty name to give your book – a Bible!  I found this 2007 publication by Sue Whiting while browsing the crochet section at my library.  This is not to be confused with the Crochet Stitch Bible which is … Read More...