I just got my hands on this latest issue of Crochet Today! magazine. This is one of their best issues! Of the 25 projects offered in this edition, FIVE of them are must-do’s and several others look … Read More ...
GRANNY LOVE
I absolutely adore this new little book, “Granny Square Love” by Sarah London. London has definitely lived up to the cover’s subtitle, ‘A New Twist On A Crochet Classic For Your Home’. In addition to the … Read More ...
MY NEW CROCHET NOOK?
I’ve found it! My dream crochet corner! Too bad that it’s in someone else’s home on a different continent! I mean, really, how inconvenient is that? I think I could overcome the mileage and maybe convince the owner to let … Read More ...
CROCHET CLUB AUGUST, 2011
I wrote so much about the Yarn Crawl that I almost forgot to share the news of the latest meeting of the St. Louis Crochet Club. We met August 17, 2011 and there was lots of show ‘n tell. In … Read More ...
Book Review – FLEECE AND FIBER SOURCEBOOK
Did you know that not all sheep have fleece, that there is at least one breed of sheep that has ‘hair’ rather than fleece thus making it of not much use to crocheters? That’s just one of the hundreds of … Read More ...
“HOOKED ON CROCHET”
“Hooked On Crochet” is but one of the books of the talented Candi Jensen. This book contains ’20 Sassy Projects’ and” includes step-by-step instructions for beginners’. That’s all on the cover and it’s true! Especially the part about … Read More ...
INSTEAD OF A SQUARE…..
This pattern is for a 12 inch square. I like the idea, but…….
instead of making a square, I’d simply make a full babyghan using this idea and a standard granny square pattern like this one:
Check out … Read More ...
DO YOU RECOGNIZE THIS AFGHAN?
A friend is looking for the source of this pretty baby afghan. It’s very similar to one of several patterns that include ‘Flower Garden’ in the names. I have seen this exact afghan before but worked in different colors. If … Read More ...
MY TOP PICKS FOR BABY SHOWER GIFTS
Most moms-to-be would love to receive a hand made item for their babies. As crocheters, we have the unique ability to create gifts that are both beautiful and utilitarian. We can create ‘instant’ heirloom afghans, crochet cherished christening gowns, or … Read More ...
ST LOUIS CROCHET CLUB, JULY, 2011
Our local crochet club held its monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 20, 2011. As usual, we had a nice chat, hot tea, and great show ‘n tell. Here’s what everyone had to show.
Marti is making scarves for the Special … Read More ...
CROCHET! MAG SCORES AGAIN!!!
The Autumn, 2011 issue of Crochet! Magazine has some fantastic designs in it. The cover indicates 32 new designs – and they’re all in there. But, I’m usually unimpressed with the number of patterns that actually interest me. In … Read More ...
CROCHET! A MAGAZINE REVIEW
I have in hand the latest (July, 2011) issue of Crochet! magazine. This one is filled with projects that are calling my name!
The ‘Right Angle Wrap’ is a pretty, frothy shawl, perfect for cool summer evenings.
The adorable … Read More ...
“LITTLE CROCHET” WINNERS!!
Two clever crocheters elected babyghans that immediately grabbed my attention. Here are the two winners:
http://www.free-crochet.com/detail.html?code=FC01043&cat_id=301
which was entered by Laura.
And, this beauty
http://crochet.about.com/od/babypatterns/ig/Patchwork-Baby-Afghan-Photos/Patchwork-Baby-Afghan.htm
submitted by Kae.
Several people submitted these same designs, but Kae and Laura were first.… Read More ...
CABLES FOR A CAUSE
I’m quite attracted to this book, although I’ve yet to have it in my hands. It has a fantastic line-up of designers who have contributed squares for this cause. It’s inexpensive and easy to download so you can use one … Read More ...
CROCHET MONOGRAMS
I’ve written about monograms in crochet before. You can read all about that here . This time, I’ve come upon an even easier – or more accessible as I like to state it when I don’t want to feel like … Read More ...