Summer is a good time to crochet things that don’t cover our laps or use thick, heavy yarns. It may also be a good time for us to try something new.  Especially if you’ve never crocheted with thread, now is … Read More...

I’ve been looking for a certain yarn that a friend of mine was working with last weekend.  It’s a Red Heart worsted weight acrylic in a color called ‘Peruvian Print’.  This stuff is remarkable.  It’s a self-patterning yarn that makes … Read More...

You gotta love this one – a free scarf pattern posted on the parent site of this blog.  Can you think of a little boy or girl (or maybe their mom) who wouldn’t love this scarf??

I think I’d make … Read More...

I got this adorable little book the other day.  It’s just the cutest thing!  If you like amigurumi, you’ll love this collection.  If you like stuffed animals, this group will entice you to get crocheting.

Although the book is only … Read More...

I took the first of a series of ‘Advanced Crochet’ classes last night at Knit and Caboodle in St. Charles, Missouri with the lovely Christina Marie Potter as the teacher.  I was one of the more ‘advanced’ students (which is … Read More...

As promised, here are some more ideas for you to try.  Spice things up and crochet something different!  Start with one of these, maybe:

Freeform is a favorite technique of mine.  If you haven’t tried it, lose the rules and … Read More...

Who knew that there was a crochet luminary so close to my home in St. Louis?

Who knew that a LYS I enjoy visiting would be hosting classes in Advanced Crochet taught by this person?

How is it that I … Read More...

Who knew that there was a crochet luminary so close to my home in St. Louis?

Who knew that a LYS I enjoy visiting would be hosting classes in Advanced Crochet taught by this person?

How is it that I … Read More...

Does crochet count as exercise?  If I carry huge bags of yarn to and from the car, is it weight lifting?  If I crochet all night, is it endurance training?  If I crochet AND knit, it is cross training?

Ok…. … Read More...

Myrawood.com

I have yet to get my hands on this book – but, boy, doesn’t it look exciting??

Myra Wood’s website has some more pix of patterns from this book.  Check that out at www.myrawood.com

The look is very romantic … Read More...

http://nikkiinstitches.wordpress.com/2009/02/23/green-bead-soup/

I receive quite a few emails from people asking me to publish their project or idea on my blog.  Most of them are not impressive.  Nikki emailed me the other day with the link above.  When I took the … Read More...

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Some of these little critters are so cute!  They fall under the category called ‘amigurumi’.  I’m not a huge fan of stuffed animals, but I find these really appealing.  One good use I can think of for them is … Read More...

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Looking for something to spice up your crochet?  Want to try something new – or new to you?  Here are some ideas that I find intriguing.  I’ve got some more coming soon.  Please let me know what you think … Read More...

There have been times when I’ve scoured the internet – after having scoured my local craft stores – for certain crochet supplies or accessories.  It’s so frustrating to NEED a specific item and not be able to find it!

I … Read More...

Here are a few more ideas for quick Easter goodies to crochet.

http://pie.midco.net/grammalowe/easter.html

crochetmemories.com

How about an Easter Bonnet?

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Check out our NEW Facebook page for Crochet. This page is only about Crochet!! Free pattern links, tips tricks and … Read More...

HOW CUTE ARE THESE?

hick-egg-cover-free-crochet-pattern

Seeing these got me interested in looking for other Easter treats to crochet.  So, here goes.

For a metamorphosis, try making this one:

easter-eagg-into-a-butterfly-free-crochet-pattern

Continuing on the metamorphosis theme, isn’t this one a cutie?

easter-egg-into-bunny-crochet-pattern… Read More...

Leisure Arts has another winner with the Crochet Stitches in Motion DVD that teaches 12 pattern stitches and offers 8 projects.  I was anxious to see this DVD because it includes demonstration of a long stitch, a stitch that has … Read More...

If you walk outside like I walk outside in all kinds of weather, this might be a great freebie for you.  My problem?  No pony tail!  Darn it!  My hair is so fine that barettes just slide right out of … Read More...

WOW!  How have I overlooked crochet DVD’s before??  I’ve looked at their covers at craft stores and even at the library, but never took one home to see what is on one.  Big Mistake!  These things are treasure troves – … Read More...

We are all aware of the many published crochet artists/designers.  We buy their books and read articles about them in magazines.  We peruse their websites and buy their goods on etsy.  But, just HOW professional is professional?

I was researching … Read More...