Some time back, I had written a bit about crochet using a Magic Ball. I love the idea of creating and using a Magic Ball. If you aren’t familiar with the term, you’re in for a treat! A Magic … Read More ...
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by jd wolfe
Some time back, I had written a bit about crochet using a Magic Ball. I love the idea of creating and using a Magic Ball. If you aren’t familiar with the term, you’re in for a treat! A Magic … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Some people are really talented teachers. Some people learn best from hands-on lessons, videos, books, etc. Everyone has her own learning style. On her blog, Aesthetic Nest, Anneliese has created an excellent tutorial on crochet basics on her blog. Her … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Spring is a time of renewal and a fresh start which is one of the reasons so many people participate in the annual ritual of Spring Cleaning. Well, that’s all fine and well, but I have a new spin on … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
If you love to crochet cardigans, this might be your new favorite book! Lisa Gentry has designed 15 garments for this book – mostly cardigans – and they are amazingly attractive. There is at least one sweater for every body … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
That’s a hefty name to give your book – a Bible! I found this 2007 publication by Sue Whiting while browsing the crochet section at my library. This is not to be confused with the Crochet Stitch Bible which is … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Just when you thought you had seen everything crochet-worthy, some enterprising and creative person finds a new way to present crochet to us.
This is a picture that will have every camouflaged hunter out there wondering where s/he has gone … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
This is too late for Valentin’s Day this year, but not too late to make for yourself, a heart-addicted friend, or as an anniversary gift. I simply fell in love with it the first time I laid eyes on it. … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Wanted to let you know about this nice Giveaway.
Nice haul for the Grand Prize Winner at Sarahndipities. Follow that link to see Sarah’s blog and follow her rules for entering the Giveaway. I’m lowering my odds of winning … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Crocheters are well known for putting their skills to use in support of a cause. Sher Marchman-Day has gone a step farther in her efforts to customize her crochet to your cause. What a fantastic idea! For a really reasonable … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
It’s called a ‘shawlette’ but it looks like a shawl to me! And a beautiful one, at that.
And, since you and I will both want to make one for ourselves, you can get the free pattern here . Check … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Do you know how to crochet Broomstick? Instead of the old timey actual broomstick, most people now use a jumbo knitting needle to crochet over. This is a technique I have had in my mind to practice lately, so seeing … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
How do you get from this:
to this?
You can read all about it here .
The serendipitous nature of felting can lead to exciting ‘variations’. This is one of those happy accidents! I love the way Alice has repurposed … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Aren’t these little egg covers just the cutest things? If you like amigurumi, you’ll like this new site .
Joke and her boyfriend are both crocheters and fans of amigurumi. The decided to gather all the free amigurumi patterns online … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Isn’t this a great looking bag? It’s made from Plarn, yarn made from recycled plastic grocery bags. I love the idea of crocheting with found or recycled materials so this really fits the bill. I love the handsome sunflower that … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
These amigurumi cats are just the cutest things ever! I used to have a collection of china cats – because I loved cats but couldn’t get close to them without a terrible allergic reaction. So, these kitties are certainly ones … Read More ...