Texture and stitches that create texture are one of the fun parts of crochet. Texture creates a lot of visual interest in what otherwise be a bland yarn or design and can be integral to a project – think dish … Read More ...
Retro Crochet Baby Blanket
Long ago, before I learned to crochet, I did a fair bit of quilting. I learned to love black, no matter what other colors I chose for a project, because including touches of black really makes the other colors POP! … Read More ...
Crochet At Home
This colorful book is full of charming projects designed to delight! In these 25 projects, you are sure to find at least several that will have you itching to stitch.
The Ruffles and Ridges Pillow is not only attractive, it … Read More ...
Crochet Scrappy Flower Coasters
These are just the cutest coasters I’ve seen in a long time (except for those Christmas ones I posted recently). These would brighten up any table. You can use up lots of yarn scraps too since each coaster takes only … Read More ...
Quick and Plush Crochet
This is a quick, easy, and totally plush blanket that you’ll love working on. Tia offers us her free pattern and I think it’s one that a lot of crocheters will enjoy making as it will appeal to crocheters … Read More ...
Rock Your Picnic Table
No, this is NOT a cutely crocheted headache ball! Rather, it’s a very clever use of some rocks you pick up anywhere, cover with inexpensive cotton twine or something similar, and cleverly use to weigh down the edges of your … Read More ...
Bright Blue Yonder Shawl
I believe that all crocheters are designers. Most of us tweak a pattern to suit our needs and tastes. Many, like me, find a pattern to be merely a suggestion – a hint as to how to proceed, hoping to … Read More ...
Stretching Your Skills
Starting out small is always a good idea when you want to stretch your skill in crochet. Here are a few small projects which might entice you to try a new stitch, a new technique, or experiment with new fibers. … Read More ...
Crochet Pattern – Lacy Afghan
This site has become one of my go-to blogs for crochet inspiration. Olga does such exquisite work and has a nice selection of free patterns offered. This particular afghan is crocheted using a stitch pattern invented by her mother. I … Read More ...
Colorful Granny Squares
This book is truly colorful and is full of wonderful granny squares that will inspire you to organize all your partial skeins of yarn to create many, many squares.
There are oodles of free granny square patterns online, so why … Read More ...
Sweaters For Kids – And Adults
As I was browsing a friend’s blog the other day, I was reminded of this wonderful charity sweater pattern that has gone through several name changes – from Oxfam to Guideposts to, now, World Vision. The pattern is available in … Read More ...
Sweet And Simple
Sheila is far too humble for her own good sometimes! She has designed this adorable little potholder that is embellished with simple embroidery stitches. She thinks this would be fine as a potholder. I say it could be so much … Read More ...
This Tunisian Is For You!
I recently got my hands on Kim Guzman’s latest book, “Tunisian Crochet Stitch Guide.” You’re gonna like this book! For a fairly small soft cover book, this stitch guide is packed with useful information, excellent photographs, and a large … Read More ...
Looming News
When you want to take a break from crochet or when you want to use yarn to make a project you can combine with crochet, loom knitting might be for you. It’s really pretty easy, turns out a nicely stitched … Read More ...
A Beanie Cap For Spiderman – Free crochet Pattern
So many youngsters (and some not so young) are huge fans of Spiderman. This cute cap would be perfect for those fans! Imagine a kiddo with his Spiderman afghan topped with this cap. I just love the vision. So, get … Read More ...