Gee, I have to tell you, I thought this ‘technique’ was MY idea!  I find a stitch I want to try, crochet it for a while, become bored with it or just dislike it, and voila! I put an edging … Read More...

My annual computer surf for Valentine’s Day crochet patterns has revealed some great new finds for you this year.  Most are free and can be worked up quite quickly.  Here are my favorites:

I LOVE this idea!  So easy and … Read More...

http://www.tinascrochetpage.blogspot.com/

It’s really hard, IMO, to find cute, easy patterns to make for young boys.  Of course, there are always the camouflage caps, mittens, and afghans – but what after that?  I ran across this tool belt a mom made … Read More...

One of Leisure Arts’ most recent crochet offerings is Dora Ohrenstein’s Crochet Insider’s Passion for Fashion.  This book is a real joy.  The 23 designs in this book are all innovative and attractive.  There are several that are on my … Read More...

Here’s another book I ran across at the library.  Get Hooked

You’ve probably seen it too.  It’s aimed at ‘tweens’ beginning crocheters.  It’s a brightly illustrated book with lots of appealing photos.

Up front, the book contains useful information on … Read More...

Modular crochet is an incredible design technique.  With only minimal crochet experience, almost anyone can create a garment that will fit anyone reasonably well using this technique.  There are several books on this subject, some of which I’ve previously reviewed, … Read More...

I was looking for more nature-inspired crochet when I ran across some sites I think my readers will enjoy.  They don’t all offer free patterns, but they all offer great eye-candy and patterns that may well inspire you even if … Read More...

Have you seen this book?  I can’t believe I’ve overlooked it for years thinking it was the similarly titled “Blue Ribbon Afghans”.  This book contains afghans – but also fashions, baby stuff, dolls and toys, home dec, and ‘heirloom masterpieces’ … Read More...

Little did I know when I found this lovely book at the library that one could not buy one for less than $185!!

The list price inside the cover is $26.95.  It was published in 2003 by BTBatsford Publishing (UK) … Read More...

Here’s a sweet and simple project for Valentine’s Day that will crochet up very quickly.  You don’t really even need a pattern, but, if you do, there are lots of free crochet edgings online.  Just google and you’ll get more … Read More...

It’s funny what people will spend their time and money on.  Some really weird crochet projects are on the internet.  Look what I ran across: Looking for more Halloween Crochet patterns? Check these out on Etsy and these amazing Halloween … Read More...

(THIS IS A PICTURE OF A BOOK I DO NOT OWN AND DON’T KNOW WHERE TO BUY!!)

So you always use a pattern and follow it to create your crochet masterpieces? I must say that I find patterns to be … Read More...

This is a lovely book that I received as a Christmas gift from my eldest son today.  I decided to go ahead and blog about my first impressions of the book before I write an actual review.  I want to … Read More...

Here’s a really cute and useful Lantern Moon Peppermint Candy tape measure I received as an early Christmas gift:

Gauge counts!

What is gauge?  It’s the size of the stitches made relative to the yarn and hook used.  Sound simple?  … Read More...

Here are a few more blogs (new to me) for your viewing pleasure:

Simple crochet designs create unique, lovely cards.  These ideas need not be limited to Christmas cards.  Think how a pretty lacy valentine would look on crisp, red … Read More...

Start your New Year with some time spent online checking out what’s new in the crochet blogosphere. There’s lots of inspiration to be found. Here are some of my new favorites:

http://www.purlbee.com/

http://www.blogcatalog.com/blogs/my-recycled-bags.html has cute ideas and some free … Read More...

http://www.orble.com/free-lastminute-christmas-coaster-crochet-pattern/ (There’s a free pattern for this at the linked site.) NOTE – THIS LINK DOESN’T WORK PROPERLY – BUT WILL IF YOU CUT AND PASTE IT INTO YOUR BROWSER’S ADDRESS BAR.  SORRY!

Looking for more Christmas themed Crochet Patterns? … Read More...

I promised to announce the winner of the book giveaway (Lacy Crochet) on December 16.  The date almost got away from me!  Not only did I drive my daughter to work in our icy weather today, I also had to … Read More...

Why do we crochet? Why don’t we stand on our heads or play mah jongg instead? Well, I can’t stand on my head and I never learned to play mah jongg – and i think you need some people to … Read More...

You can make this – but WILL you?  It’s kinda cute, but I might have to have a lot of extra time on my hands to take the time to crochet this:

http://www.youcanmakethis.com/info/free/FreeSmores3DCrochetScarfpattern.htm

There are a lot of cute patterns … Read More...