Well, you might not agree. The three books I reviewed over the past few weeks as ‘reruns’ were all excellent books. But, this week’s book is CHARMING!! Even I find it amazing that I find this book so charming. I … Read More...

I wanted to bring this to your attention. It’s the best beanie pattern I’ve seen – and it’s free once again, thanks to the croshay lady. Please visit her site to obtain the free pattern:

http://oscrochet.blogspot.com/
And, here’s her website … Read More...

Thanks to Deb Weston for the cover pic o  f this book: Looking for more sweaters to crochet? Check out these sweater Crochet patterns we found on Etsy.

The second book of the four oldies I’ve chosen to review here … Read More...

There are SO many crochet books at the library! It’s really a treat to be able to browse through several shelves of older crochet books. They are full of goodies that have simply been reproduced … Read More...

This yarn was in the goodie bag at the St. Louis Cardinals’ Stitch n Pitch on August 6, 2007. I must admit that I had never really worked successfully with this type ‘yarn’ before. It’s hard to call this stuff … Read More...

I love cotton carpet warp. Never heard of it? Well, you wouldn’t be the only crocheter whose never seen or heard of carpet warp. It comes in fibers other than cotton, but cotton is my favorite. It’s not easy … Read More...

Finding suitable crochet patterns for men is always a challenge. I’ve been surfing for some lately – and searching my stash of books and magazines. I keep remembering the words of my cyberbuddy Ken Jones when he stated that he … Read More...

Have you discovered you-tube? I’m not terribly techno-savvy, but I love finding online sites that help me crochet better. There are 2.740 videos listed when you type ‘crochet’ in the search box at the website www.youtube.com

Here are some of … Read More...

and thoughts of the number of gifts I want to make for the winter holiday season. I say holiday season because I give gifts for Channukah, Christmas, Divali, and, in my family of origin, New Year’s Day. So, please don’t … Read More...

Here’s the blurb on Maggie’s Crochet site for a new crochet leaflet:

Jackets for the Real You
These crochet jackets from et you change your wardrobe whenever you change your mood. Is it a day for quick decisions and getting … Read More...

What, you may ask, is a ‘crochet-based’ economy? The pillars of this economic system are: PAS, YAS, HAS, and Rubbermaid.

PAS = pattern acquisition syndrome

YAS = yarn acquisition sydrome – includes thread

HAS = hook acquisition syndrome

Are these … Read More...

Recently, www.anniesattic.com had a poll regarding favored methods of crocheting sweaters – bottom up, side to side, and top down. My favored method, top down, came in a very scraggly third in the poll. I was amazed. I know that … Read More...

Can we ever have too many free patterns for baby? I love making baby things because they appeal to my love of instant (or almost) gratification! Also, I can practice a new stitch or motif without committing to making a … Read More...

Here are a few quick projects that could be made for Father’s Day.

How about a stadium cushion in his favorite team colors:

Every Dad can use a special place to relax with this hammock.

Ok, so the hammock … Read More...

It’s June and weddings are happening all around us. It’s too late to crochet a lot of stuff for a wedding this June, but it got me to thinking…… What goodies are out there to use our crochet hooks to … Read More...

I’m a magazine junkie! There – the truth is out. I don’t subscribe to all of the magazines that I love, but I do check them out from the library, buy them at thrift stores and garage sales, and use … Read More...

I was thinking today about things that make me smile. There are a number of things – and I’m not talking about pretty babies, cute kid jokes, or the usual warm fuzzies. Here’s what happened:

I was going through my … Read More...

Here’s a republication of my May 15 post with rules and blocks. You have about TWO WEEKS left to go on this contest.  I have a BUNCH of new crochet leaflets and other mags (& maybe some yarn) from my … Read More...

SOME SAMPLES OF KIM’S ORIGINAL PATTERNS AVAILABLE ON HER WEBSITE.

Check out our NEW Facebook page for Crochet. This page is only about Crochet!! Free pattern links, tips tricks and tutorial videos. We will be sharing it all to … Read More...

A lot of us are familiar with the Crochet Pattern-A-Day Calendars. Below is an email from

the company that publishes them, with details on how YOU can submit a pattern for publication

and perhaps earn a bit of money. … Read More...