Patterns, projects and techniques
Here’s another book I ran across at the library. Get Hooked
You’ve probably seen it too. It’s aimed at ‘tweens’ beginning crocheters. It’s a brightly illustrated book with lots of appealing photos.
Up front, the book contains useful information on … Read More ...
http://foothillhomecompanion.blogspot.com/2009/01/ive-got-sunshine-on-cloudy-day.html
Isn’t this a lovely way to embellish a rock? I love river rocks and crochet. Seems obvious to connect the two. I’ve blogged about embellished rocks before. Gotta add this one to my ‘collection’ of sites.
Modular crochet is an incredible design technique. With only minimal crochet experience, almost anyone can create a garment that will fit anyone reasonably well using this technique. There are several books on this subject, some of which I’ve previously reviewed, … Read More ...
Pinka’s got a contest on her blog to win a crocheted bracelet like the one shown above. While I certainly wouldn’t mind winning one of her bracelets, I’m more interested in the technique. I’ve just gotten a book about … Read More ...
I was looking for more nature-inspired crochet when I ran across some sites I think my readers will enjoy. They don’t all offer free patterns, but they all offer great eye-candy and patterns that may well inspire you even if … Read More ...
Have you seen this book? I can’t believe I’ve overlooked it for years thinking it was the similarly titled “Blue Ribbon Afghans”. This book contains afghans – but also fashions, baby stuff, dolls and toys, home dec, and ‘heirloom masterpieces’ … Read More ...
Little did I know when I found this lovely book at the library that one could not buy one for less than $185!!
The list price inside the cover is $26.95. It was published in 2003 by BTBatsford Publishing (UK) … Read More ...
Here’s a sweet and simple project for Valentine’s Day that will crochet up very quickly. You don’t really even need a pattern, but, if you do, there are lots of free crochet edgings online. Just google and you’ll get more … Read More ...
http://www.flickr.com/photos/p0250q/3180133918/in/pool-craft
This makes me REALLY wish I had a long neck. I love the artist’s use of color and texture. I also love the concept of mixed media. This looks like crochet, felting, and beading. Give me an extra day … Read More ...
I ran across this flikr.com account that has oodles of wonderful pictures, most of which are nature inspired. This artist has posted her own and the work of others. I love rocks and have wrapped some with wire and beads … Read More ...
It’s funny what people will spend their time and money on. Some really weird crochet projects are on the internet. Look what I ran across: Looking for more Halloween Crochet patterns? Check these out on Etsy and these amazing Halloween … Read More ...
If you’ve read my blog before, you know I’m certainly no fashion maven. My idea of fashion is somewhere between Vintage Goodwill and Discount Digs. If I find something I love, I’ll buy every color that suits me. However, at … Read More ...
http://milobo.files.wordpress.com/2008/11/chevron-lace-cardigan.pdf
Here’s the next project I want to make. It’ll have to be fitted between baby and wedding afghans, but I just fell in love with it when I saw it. There are several great free sweater patterns at this … Read More ...
(THIS IS A PICTURE OF A BOOK I DO NOT OWN AND DON’T KNOW WHERE TO BUY!!)
So you always use a pattern and follow it to create your crochet masterpieces? I must say that I find patterns to be … Read More ...
I’m not much for making New Year’s Resolutions because it always seems that the shine wears off quickly on any changes I try to make. I have turned over a new leaf in the housekeeping department lately, but we’ll see … Read More ...
