Kara always comes up with good ideas – and tutorials for them.  In this case, as a follow up to my recent article showing a tutorial for flower-making (from another crochet artist), we can make some more pretty flowers …

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I’m a practical person.  You knew that, right?  I am NOT a well organized person.  You knew that, right?  So, when I ran across this, I knew, just KNEW, that this would be the best Mother’s Day present ever.  …

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Crocheted hats/caps for babes and tots are always popular.  They typically work up quickly, are practical, and just add to the overall cuteness factor for the kiddies.  I’ve rounded up a few that are especially adorable.  The dinosaur hat has …

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If you’re like me, you’ve got a lot of both of these on hand:

cro canvas bag

Well, maybe the little motifs you have on hand are not flowers.  But, the idea remains the same.  You have an ugly bag, you add some …

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I love the shape of this pattern, designed by a French crocheter, Sophie, and sold under her name Sophie Gelfie.  It’s called the Marina Shawl.  The pattern is not free, but I believe we should be willing to …

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Aren’t these charming?  Sher over at Fly The Coop has created these sweet, teeny tea light cozies.  As usual, you’ll find her instructions and tutorial to be very helpful. This is one of those crazy little things that make me …

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Portia created this unique ‘statement’ necklace using some links of metal chain and simple crochet stitches.  Isn’t it cool?  I can think of a number of ways to use this technique to embellish my crochet.  I think the statement necklace …

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As I was browsing a friend’s blog the other day, I was reminded of this wonderful charity sweater pattern that has gone through several name changes – from Oxfam to Guideposts to, now, World Vision.  The pattern is available …

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crocheted skull scarf

 

If you’re a fan of the currently trendy skull motifs, you’ll like this cute scarf.  Works up in a jiff!  You might not be thinking of Halloween this time of year, but this could be the perfect time …

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crochet doily rug from creative jewish mom

 

Sara over at Creative Jewish Mom has created another winning pattern for us.  It is smashing looking – better IMO as a table topper than as a rug – and she even gives us her own free pattern to …

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summer flowers spring shawl

 

When I saw this stunning shawl and the excellent tutorial that accompanies the free  pattern, I knew I had to share it with you.  I think the pattern looks far more complicated than it actually is.  You’ll find …

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yarn winder

 

Maybe you don’t have one of these (yarn winder)

 

nostepinne yarn winder

 

of even one of these (nostepinne).  Maybe you’re a frugal crocheter who is always looking for cost effective ways to improvise, make-do, improve, and create.

paper cup yarn winder

Wish I was …

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crochet picket fence square

 

Sheila is far too humble for her own good sometimes!  She has designed this adorable little potholder that is embellished with simple embroidery stitches.  She thinks this would be fine as a potholder.  I say it could be so …

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crocheted pig hat

 

This is such an adorable hat for a baby.  If you’re a pig fan, this would be the hat for you!  Also, for my Arkansas relatives – all those Razorback-loving folks.

Jennifer has designed this free pattern and has …

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newborn crochet bubblegum hat

How cute would this be on YOUR favorite munchkin?  Don’t have to make it in pink, okay.  But, I love pink (as you probably know if you’ve read my blog for a while).  This one is so quick you could …

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