I fell in love with these delicate Granny Circle Place Mats the moment I saw them. But, of course, I had to think of something else to make with this pattern since I already have four sets of ‘dressy’ … Read More ...
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Now That Your Crochet Gifts Have Been Given….Are There Still Strings Attached?
Now that you have given away your many wonderful crocheted projects, how do you feel about your gifts? Are they still yours? Do they now belong completely to the recipient to do with as s/he pleases? Do your feelings get … Read More ...
Your Christmas Crochet Eye-Full
The gifts are all unwrapped. The kids are giggling and playing with their toys. The teens are plugged into their newest devices. Pop and Grandpa are tuned into the game. And, you? You are sitting with your feet propped up … Read More ...
More Top Crochet Picks For You
This would be such a pretty addition to you decor – or to hang on a ribbon around your neck. Another quick, versatile, free pattern for you. You can get it here.
Here are some great books for … Read More ...
A Crochet Beauty
When I read about Wendy’s adaptation of an older pattern, I was intrigued. Then, I asked and she sent me this picture of her work. While Wendy does not assert that this is her original design, she did adapt … Read More ...
Making The Most Of Your Crochet
My friend Ronnie is a very talented crocheter. She can glimpse a pattern and almost instantly see where a mistake might crop up. She can look at my work and find where I’ve gone wrong right away – after … Read More ...
October Crochet Giveaway Winner Is ….
The winner of my October Three Book Giveaway is this lovely scarf, entry #7:
Designed and crocheted by me, Mary Buse Melick. Modeled by my dear daughter, Meagan.
Available in Sculpture Crochet Pattern Sets: SCK977 Shoulder Cozies.
Pattern is called:
… Read More ... My Round Ripple Crochet Blanket Pattern
This is a picture of a round ripple babyghan that I recently finished. I just love the bright colors in it. It’s crocheted from three different variegated sock yarns. Obviously, the skeins I used have related colors and each skein … Read More ...
Crochet Color Play
The colors in this babyghan create a lovely, subtle pattern that is simply stunning. You can read more about the pattern and the choice of color at this blog where you can see better pictures of the pretty afghan. I … Read More ...
My Top Five Crochet Tips – And A Request For Yours
I learn so much from my readers and from the other crochet sites I visit online as well as in books and magazines. I’d love to round up all those tips and have them in one location as a … Read More ...
Which Crochet Is Best – Easy or Challenging?
Unless you’re a rank beginner at crochet, you probably have completed projects that range from Easy to Intermediate to Difficult to Challenging. These terms are, of course, somewhat questionable. What seems easy to one person may be extremely challenging to … Read More ...
Quick ‘n Easy Crocheting
Look what I found at the thrift store! I’ve never seen one of these before, but for $3, I decided that I had to own it. It’s published by Golden so I believe it might be related to the wonderful … Read More ...
Crochet Yourself A Monster
If the cover photo isn’t enough to interest you in this book, there’s more! This insanely cute book is full of the designs of Brenda K.B.Anderson who designs costumes for the extremely popular Sesame Street Live. So, she’s got the … Read More ...
Why You Need To Start A Crochet Club
Do you need a crochet club? Would you enjoy having a group of crocheters (and maybe other handcrafters) to meet with once a month or so to share your love of yarn and crochet? How about having a crochet … Read More ...