Have you been seeing crochet all over the fashion world like I have? I guess Margaret Hubert had too as she’s collected a ravishing bunch of patterns in this book entitled Runway Crochet. I took the book to my … Read More ...
Handy Genius and Casting Spells
Sometimes the most humble crochet project can really make a difference in the quality of one’s life. That’s crochet genius! In this case, Sheila has invented a potholder we weren’t smart enough to know we needed, but will not … Read More ...
A Wise Enough Crochet Owl Wall Hanging
This stunning pattern appears on a Spanish language blog, but you can make it for yourself because it contains a very clear diagram to accompany the pattern. So, head over there and print off the pattern so you can … Read More ...
Teeny Critters
These cute little pencil toppers will be just the right thing as a small gift to celebrate the last day of school. Get a coloring book and a few work books to keep the kiddies busy (and prevent backsliding) for … Read More ...
Crochet Pattern – Lacy Afghan
This site has become one of my go-to blogs for crochet inspiration. Olga does such exquisite work and has a nice selection of free patterns offered. This particular afghan is crocheted using a stitch pattern invented by her mother. … Read More ...
Sunflowers Galore!
I don’t know if all 50 of these are technically sunflowers, but I do know they are all lovely! Kristin Nicholas has created so many flower patterns in so many colors and textures that you’ll find plenty of inspiration in … Read More ...
Another Use For Those Flowers
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 … Read More ...
Flower Making
I have no idea what language this tutorial is written in, but you’ll have no trouble following along with the detailed photos. I like the way she creates these pretty flowers. Is there such a thing as too … Read More ...
Tunisian Giveaway Winner!
The winner of this wonderful new book by Kim Guzman is Kathy G with this entry (selected at random):
| Kathy G. [email protected] 71.102.138.47 | Submitted on 2013/04/22 at 5:29 pm I really like this slipper pattern! http://mrsmicawber.blogspot.com/2011/12/birchbark-slippers-pattern-tutorial.html Congratulations to Kathy! |
Colorful Granny Squares
This book is truly colorful and is full of wonderful granny squares that will inspire you to organize all your partial skeins of yarn to create many, many squares.
There are oodles of free granny square patterns online, so why … Read More ...
Best Mother’s Day Crochet Ever!
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. … Read More ...
Tot Hats Are Everywhere!
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 … Read More ...
Upcycle For Fun!
If you’re like me, you’ve got a lot of both of these on hand:
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 … Read More ...
A New Shawl
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 … Read More ...
A New Site For You
There’s a new site for posting our projects for all to see. This one is headquartered in the UK, but the projects are universal. I fell in love with this cute variation on a simple granny square blanket. The designer … Read More ...