Patterns, projects and techniques
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I ran across this beautiful toddler dress and just had to share. It’s apparently a composition of two different patterns, joined into one creation by the blogger, Whitney. She gives the source for the part of the design that … Read More ...
Check out this simple pattern – and imagine how you’d enjoy wearing it this Spring. I think I need to make one to go with every crochet sweater, vest, tank top, etc. Also, a great way to use up that … Read More ...
February 3, 2011 in our calendar marked the Chinese New Year. Following our Ami Ami theme this month is this charming Chinese inspired ami. It’s unique, attractive, and comes complete with pictures and instructions.
http://allaboutami.tumblr.com/post/3070165898
So many crochet artists are … Read More ...
It’s cold and icy outside. Spring seems so far away. Then, I see something like this simple idea and I am renewed! Spring will make an appearance. The snow and ice will melt away, the sun will shine, and the … Read More ...
http://www.nanowerk.com/spotlight/spotid=14731.php
This may not be the kind of yarn you were planning to crochet a sweater with in the near future, but it’s what scientists are doing with carbon molecules to create a fiber stronger than steel! Further, unlike carbon … Read More ...
Is winter too much with you ? It is with me. So, when I saw this I knew I had to share it.
Or, maybe you want to brighten your day by crocheting a field of flowers like this:
In … Read More ...
I saw this little bag and immediately thought of how handy it would be to carry a ball of thread around while crocheting. I’ve seen a similar idea in a vintage pattern, but Maria Merlino has updated it and created … Read More ...
I had to pass along this free pattern! It’s not suitable for my curvy shape, but would be very attractive on the ‘right’ woman.
http://blog.bramcostpublications.com/2011/02/12/free-pattern-vintage-crochet-brassiere-pattern.aspx
Maybe, ‘back in the day’ when this vintage design was created, more women were less … Read More ...
I’m seeking information about this program from those crocheters who have used it:
http://www.greatknitdesigns.com/
What I’d be most likely to use the program for would be sweaters. Here’s the layout they use:
Since I’m mathematically challenged, I believe this program … Read More ...
I was at the mall this evening waiting for my car to be repaired. I strolled over to Border’s Book Store and found the Crochet books, grabbed a bundle of them, found a chair, and began to browse through them. … Read More ...
Did you ever wonder what to do with those pesky wires that poke out from the edges of those push-up bras? Well, I’ve never worn a push-up, but for years, I did wear an underwire. Finally, I let nature and … Read More ...
These are just the sweetest little things. Who wouldn’t want to receive one or more of them? (I want them!! And, I don’t even like dolls!). Just had to share!
http://crafty-anna.blogspot.com/2011/01/free-crochet-pattern-heart-shaped-baby.html
While you’re visiting Anna’s blog, you might want to … Read More ...
Here’s the prize:
Here’s what caused the contest:
Who’s the winner?
There were some really good entries for my challenge to send in a link to the afghan that most resembles its name (unlike the poorly named IMO afghan pictured). … Read More ...
I can’t resist giving this crochet artist a shout out! Her work is pricey – but all of us who crochet are the only ones who actually know how much our time and efforts are worth. I could reproduce this … Read More ...
Quick! These are either a) heart shaped coasters or b) angel wings or c) kitty faces?
http://www.crochetspot.com/crochet-pattern-cool-coasters-4/#more-7370
They look like both to me. But, I have an urge to work up a quick set of them to give as a … Read More ...
