Two clever crocheters elected babyghans that immediately grabbed my attention.  Here are the two winners:

http://www.free-crochet.com/detail.html?code=FC01043&cat_id=301

which was entered by Laura.

And, this beauty

http://crochet.about.com/od/babypatterns/ig/Patchwork-Baby-Afghan-Photos/Patchwork-Baby-Afghan.htm

submitted by Kae.

Several people submitted these same designs, but Kae and Laura were first.… Read More...

I continue to be a fan of this wonderful UK produced Inside crochet magazine!  I thought I would share a few of my favorite projects from inside this issue.

First, I just happen to have one of the recommended … Read More...

I’m quite attracted to this book, although I’ve yet to have it in my hands.  It has a fantastic line-up of designers who have contributed squares for this cause.  It’s inexpensive and easy to download so you can use one … Read More...

I am not a sucker for charity causes.  I have my couple that I support, but I don’t usually respond to messages from other organizations to contribute money or goods.  The charities I routinely support are umbrella sorts that dispense … Read More...

Since I’ve been writing so much about crochet for summer lately, I got an email from my blogging ‘buddy’ Maria Merlino.  She has designed this lovely ‘skirt’ which really would work well as a beach cover up.  One thing I … Read More...

I’ve written about monograms in crochet before.  You can read all about that here .  This time, I’ve come upon an even easier – or more accessible as I like to state it when I don’t want to feel like … Read More...

Here’s a late report of the show n’ tell at the last meeting of the St. Louis Crochet Club.  We are a diverse group and we welcome knitters, weavers, and those who do other sorts of needle arts in addition … Read More...

Here’s another fairly simple idea for summer crochet.

http://crochetncrafts.com/summerwrapandkerchief.html

I like the idea of having a little wrap readily available if the  A/C or a windy evening leave me with a chill.  This would fold up easily and stash in … Read More...

This is just one of the creative (or zany) items I pictured in the article announcing the April Giveaway.  Your job was to come up with a creative idea for crochet.  There were lots of enticing entries.  But, Julie’s idea

Are you a fan of charted crochet designs?  If so, Bendy Carter has created a book that is perfect for you!

This is Bendy’s latest crochet book.  She has authored quite a few before, titles which will likely be familiar … Read More...

Annie’s Attic is the latest entry into the field of Irish Crochet.  This small, attractive book contains some really lovely patterns, familiar to those who are fans of the very traditional Irish Crochet.

How is Irish Crochet different from other … Read More...

I found this nifty little blog when I was looking for help with the pattern for the Queen Anne’s Lace Scarf.

I was very happy with the tutorial for this scarf, so I began to surf through the rest of … Read More...

I love sampling new stitch patterns, but I want ‘instant’ gratification.  One way to attain that is to use the new stitch or motif to create a scarf.  That way, I’m not tied into a huge project like an afghan … Read More...

When I saw this cap, I fell in love with it!

This is one of seven crochet patterns offered at the etsy.com shop of maybematilda.  She also sells many completed crochet items for very reasonable prices.  This hat just really … Read More...

How totally sweet would this be for a little girl? Perfect with an Easter dress (who needs a bonnet?!) or any outfit. I also think these would be cute for pompon girls or cheerleaders in school colors.

The free pattern … Read More...

Every now and then I receive a copy of one of my crochet magazines (I subscribe to most of them!) that reminds me why I subscribe every year.  The latest issue of Crochet! (May, 2011) is one of those special … Read More...

http://www.etsy.com/listing/62501287/french-quarter-jacket-sweater-pattern-by

If you have a gypsy in you, this designer’s got some goodies for you.  Check out the items in her boutique at etsy.com here .  Even if you don’t think of yourself as the free-spirited being that the term … Read More...

This sweet book is not so little, but it’s full of designs for the little ones.

I’m becoming quite the fan of Linda Permann.  While a lot of the designs in this pretty book cover familiar ground, there is a … Read More...