May
15
I continue to be very attracted to the crochet version of the Baby Surprise Jacket. I’ve ordered Darla Sims’ book containing several variations of the pattern. In the meantime, my friend Patty (who’s a dedicated walker like me) emailed that …
May
13
You may have seen this one before, but I just discovered it. Isn’t it pretty? You can get the free pattern here. The colorway used here is simply lovely – but it’s Poems Sock Yarn. While I love …
May
10
Lately, it seems there has been a lot of talk about crocheted food! Great way to diet, I guess. While I have no little ones to crochet for, I’m very drawn to garments and toys that would appeal to …
May
9

This is Monica Kennedy’s Girlie Flower Babyghan which I have made several times. Well written and quick to work up. Her other round ripple patterns are glorious!
I probably own patterns from every well-known crochet designer. I own books, magazines, …
May
9
I like so many of the designs at Wolf Crochet. It’s fortunate for us when a designer of this quality offers her patterns to us for free! This shrug (which I would call a cap sleeve afghan) is one of …
May
7
Your Significant Other has ever said about your crochet? Did your husband tell you that the cap you made him was snuggly warm on a cold morning? Did your wife tell you that the scarf you made her …
May
5
We all know about those cute little amigurumi animals. But, what about larger softies for kids to love on? The folks over at Martingale have come up with some newer, larger amigurumi type patterns, and they’re giving away a…
May
4
The winner of this book is Laurel with this entry:
zipcode is 11791
I would design a fish using the crocodile stitch for the scales. A tropical colorful looking fish with a beaded accent on the top portion …
May
2
I just love the look of this flowery wreath! I can’t imagine a mom who wouldn’t love to have this hanging on her front door or in a window or even on a wall. Lorraine’s color choices need not be …
May
1
Jaime Maraia has come up with a nifty free pattern for crocheted buttons. I’ve seen crochet button patterns before, but not as simple or easy to work up as Jaime’s. She has some other free patterns on her site …
Apr
30
These adorable Bow Baby Booties might just be the perfect gift for a new baby. Better yet, this pattern is available free! Check it out here. Just had to share!
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Apr
28
Where do you go (other than here
to get your crochet eye-candy fix? I have several go-to sites for patterns when I know what I want to make, say a scarf or babyghan. But, when I just need some motivation …
Apr
26
Link parties are cropping up all over the net, so I thought I’d host one here. This one is limited to crochet – and to your original design(s). You don’t need to have a pattern available – although everyone will …
Apr
26
If you’re a fan of the phenomenon of the American Girl dolls, you’ll love the free patterns you’ll find on this site. You might also like the cheery Faeries Blanket pictured here. Isn’t it bright and happy?
But, back …
Apr
24
I ran across this book at my local library last week. Don’t know how I missed it before. I don’t believe I ever saw it for sale at any of my usual haunts.
I’m glad I ran across it because …
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