Wish I’d thought to combine self-striping yarn with modular construction.  This combination creates a really interesting but simple to create effect.  The babyghan shown is knit, but check out the diagram to figure out an easy way to convert this … Read More...

Here’s a new book by Sys Fredens.  Contemporary Crochet , I was not familiar with this designer/author, but I sure do like her designs!  I am currently working on one of the pullovers in this book for my daughter.  Not … Read More...

“Contemplative Crochet” is a different kind of book for my library.  This quote caught my attention:

‘Craft, spirituality, and vocation all require a certian reaching out,a seeking of inspiration, a search for wisdom.’

‘……..staying curious, open to possibilities….’

This book … Read More...

“Afghans and Throws” is an inviting new book by Luise Roberts.  It contains both knit and crochet patterns, and, unlike most mixed books, this one gives equal space to crochet.  While there are only six project patterns in … Read More...

Want to learn more crochet or improve your skills?  Here are just a couple of sites to help you.  However, one of the best ways to improve your skills is just to CROCHET!  Pick a simple pattern or one that … Read More...

Starting at the beginning with a slipstitch, how do we (did we) learn to crochet?  If you’re lucky, someone in your family or a dear friend or teacher taught you this wonderful craft.  If you’re not so lucky and you … Read More...

Here’s what the back of one of Carla’s completed, hand-tied afghan quilts looks like.  This is exactly the same technique used by ‘conventional’ quilters to make hand-tied quilts.  The quilt is always a ‘sandwich’ consisting of the pieced (in this … Read More...

Carla learned to crochet during her years in France while on holiday.  Her right handed mother taught left handed Carla to crochet, so Carla feels that she crochets “the wrong way around”.  Now, this makes one wonder what the ‘right … Read More...

A lot of us complain about crochet projects which require us to join a lot of motifs together.  I’m probably the loudest complainer.  You’ve read before where I have stated that I dismiss any pattern that begins with wording like … Read More...

I ran across this the other day and had to share!  Pretty cool.  I’m not built for this kind of jewelry – no neck – but I certainly admire the design and workmanship.

This is Turkoman jewelry which is beaded, … Read More...

http://www.redheart.com/FreePatterns/tabid/118/Default.aspx?tabid=118&patternid=WR1841.pdf

I just received the free pattern info on the beautiful capelet shown here while I was browsing the net for a sheer Summer shoulderette which would be well suited to the transition from hot, muggy days to damp, chilly … Read More...

I used to be a quilter.  Occasionally, I still get the ‘itch’ to pull out my fabric, scissors, and needle and whip one up.  Last time I did that, I spent the entire day at it and ended up with … Read More...

I’ve run across this blog a couple of times and wanted to be sure to share it with all.  This crocheter is very crafty.  Since I have an appreciation for recycling in my crafts, especially with crochet, I like to … Read More...

I was experimenting with post stitches the other day and came up with this cute belt pattern that my 23 year old daughter finds attractive.  So, I’ve written it down to share with you.  It’s easy – if you’ve mastered … Read More...

Do you like the idea of recycling or repurposing your crochet?  This is a great idea, using a purchased sweater to create an exceptional piece.  Learn how here:

http://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/spider_web_sweater

Another way to rescue a beloved tee or sweater?  Try this … Read More...

A recent discussion on another site got me to thinking how crochet tools have changed over time.  Hooks, themselves, have changed very little.  You either have a ‘traditional’ hook or an in-line hook with handle variations.  But, other crochet tools … Read More...

My friend Ronnie has crocheted several hook holders.  So has DJ.  So has, I think, everyone else in the St. Louis Crochet Club.  I keep my hooks in a variety of holders – the one I carry around is a … Read More...

What crocheters will create is often simply remarkable.  I was looking online for some examples of structural crochet.  I’ve blogged about this before – the 3D stuff.  Some of it is beautiful.  Some items are cool.  Many are useful.  Most … Read More...

Have you seen this?  How cool is it that this young guy crochets these outrageous overalls – his very own design – and wears them fearlessly?  Neither of my sons would or could carry this off!  Check out the rest … Read More...

Once you’ve checked out the book I reviewed, Tunisian Crochet by Sharon H. Silverman, you might want to find some more information about tunisian crochet on the ‘net.  Lucky you!  I’ve done the research for you.  There’s a lot of … Read More...