Is this the biggest ‘Sock Monkey’ you’ve ever seen?? I have always thought the Sock Monkey was one of the cutest stuffed animals – back when I only knew about the ‘real’ sewn ones made from actual socks. Since … Read More ...
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by jd wolfe
Is this the biggest ‘Sock Monkey’ you’ve ever seen?? I have always thought the Sock Monkey was one of the cutest stuffed animals – back when I only knew about the ‘real’ sewn ones made from actual socks. Since … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
No, I know you don’t have time to crochet an entire afghan today, but I wanted to be sure to share this lovely Shamrock edging pattern with you. Tia has created this delicate edging and I think it would look … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
I just fell in love with this cheerful St. Patrick’s Day Wreath created by Kara over at Petalstopicot.com. As usual, her design is very appealing – and is offered as a free pattern for all of us to make and … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Do you see the damage at the center of the motif in this picture? This is someone’s treasured heirloom crocheted piece. We all need to take care to see that our important crochet pieces don’t come to a sad end.… Read More ...
by jd wolfe
This cap is the one that got me started searching online for other equally crazy – equally cute – crochet. What do you think? I love this cap! The bright color contrasts in it really bring out the little one’s … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
I’ll call this one Baby Toes since the edging I created reminds me of sweet baby’s toes peeking out from under the blanket. This afghan was inspired by the stitch pattern found on SusanB’s site here. I thought it … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Aside from sweaters, caps, booties, and afghans, what can we crochet that’s special for baby? What about this imaginative and easy to make mobile?
Laura has taken a simple hackey sack pattern, coupled it with a tiny basket pattern, and … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
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’ place … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
by jd wolfe
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 ...
by jd wolfe
The holiday season is the perfect time to bring out your crochet hooks and create something truly magical. Whether you’re making festive decorations, handmade gifts, or cozy winter accessories, there’s nothing … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
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 ...
by jd wolfe
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 and … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
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 I’ve … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
The winner of my October Three Book Giveaway is this lovely scarf, entry #7: