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...

With our economy in its present state, I’ve been trying to come up with inexpensive gift ideas that will suit a wide variety of people and purposes. Here are some ideas I have or have come across:

http://members.tripod.com/pacycrochets/car/

This little … Read More...

Aren’t these sooooo pretty?

http://crochet-mania.blogspot.com/

They’re featured on a little blog you might find interesting – and useful.  If you want to learn a new stitch, try visiting this blog and following the tutorials there – many with color photos … Read More...

TKACM is an acronym for Teen Knit and Crochet Magazine.  An enterprising group of talented teens who knit and crochet – as well as have well honed computer and writing skills – has launched a fun site aimed at encouraging … Read More...

Isn’t this the cutest thing? I went browsing online for some seasonal fridgies. I have a wooden mantle calendar that has a changeable shape for each major holiday. I really enjoy having it despite the fact that it’s pretty country … Read More...

http://www.yarncat.com/turkey_butt.html

In keeping with the website theme of Turkey Day, I’m offering the link to one of my all time favorite crochet patterns.  I have a friend who collects turkeys so I made one of the for her.  She ‘got’ … Read More...

With the coming of the winter holiday season – Thanksgiving, Christmas, Channukah, New Years, Kwaanza – we often have a lot of deadlines to meet.  We often have more budget than cash.  We always need a roadmap for gifts, festivities, … Read More...

Do you know about Carolyn Christmas and Gourmet Crochet?  I love the look of the site and Carolyn’s designs.  I’ve been a fan of hers for a long time.  I purchased Carolyn’s patterns before I knew she had a website.… Read More...

Have you seen this crochet pattern book?  I’ve had it in my hands several times, wondering if I wanted to buy it.  The last time I looked at it, I FINALLY SAW what the patterns were!  They are just crocheted … Read More...

http://www.universalyarn.com

I had the opportunity recently to visit a LYS that I haven’t been to in about two years.  When I walked in and greeted the owner, my eye was immediately drawn to the yarn shown here:

It’s lovely stuff … Read More...

If you’ve been paying attention to a lot of my blog entries, you’ll know that I love to recycle common household articles, especially fiber-based items, and I love beads.  I was digging through Etsy for a few minutes recently … Read More...

WRAPPED IN CROCHET: Scarves, Wraps, and Shawls by Kristin Omdahl

As promised, here is a preview of some of the outstanding patterns available in this book.  Omdahl shows the depth of her designing skill with this array of projects.

“Labyrinth” … Read More...

WRAPPED IN CROCHET: SCARVES, WRAPS, AND SHAWLS

KRISTIN OMDAHL

What?  ANOTHER book about crochet scarves??  Why not something more impressive, fresher, newer, more fashion forward??  Kristin Omdahl has expanded her crochet horizon with many of the designs in this … Read More...