Here’s the entry that was chosen at random from all qualifying entries for this Giveaway:
With four grandchildren (two boys and two girls) four years of age and under, I am always crocheting something. For the girls, I love this … Read More ...
Seamless Crochet
Kristin Omdahl fans will be pleased to know that she has just released a new crochet book, Seamless Crochet, described as “techniques and motifs for join-as-you-go-designs.”
I can’t think of anyone who has told me that they’re in love … Read More ...
Baby Dew Drops
I think this pretty little dress is misnamed. Rather than being called the ‘Mixed Up Dress’, I’d call it Angel Wings. That’s what it looks like to me. So pretty.
See what I mean? Don’t these look like Angel Wings … Read More ...
What’s Your Skill Level and How Do You Know?
Crochet patterns are often ranked according to some scale of Difficulty Rating. Books, magazines, and websites often use a system to categorize their patterns based on some perceived skill levels. Are these real differences? Are they written in granite? Who … Read More ...
Bonnets, Flowers, and More
I found this charming little blog and want to share it with you. First, there are three different baby bonnets with tutorials. This one is made with strips of t-shirt fabric!
What little girl wouldn’t look adorable in this bonnet? … Read More ...
September Crochet Club
Sweet Eleanor Scarf
I was unable to attend the September meeting of the St. Louis Crochet Club. Ronnie nicely agreed to take notes for me. Here is her round-up of the group’s Show n’ Tell. Sorry I missed it. I’ll … Read More ...
Upcycle a Sweater for Your Baby
I fell in love with this idea the minute I saw it! How cool is this? You take an adult sized sweater and make a sweet baby blanket edged with crochet. What could be simpler or more ecofriendly?
http://www.kingsoleil.com/Sweater_Baby_Blankets.html
I … Read More ...
Easy Crochet Booty Patterns
Sometimes, you just get that itch to crochet something ridiculously cute—and these baby rain booties absolutely deliver. Whether you’re making a baby shower gift, a first photo outfit, or just need a smile-worthy project for your hook, this rain booties … 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 ...
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:
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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 ...
YARN CRAWL REVIEW – CONTINUED – PART TWO
Here is more information about Yarn Crawl, 2011 which occurred the last weekend of July. Twelve shops participated. Check my earlier article for reviews of the first few shops. This is Part Two. Please stay tuned for the final part … Read More ...
YARN CRAWL, 2011, REVIEWED – PART ONE
The last four days of July, 2011 was time to Yarn Crawl in the St. Louis area! Twelve shops in the region participated, opening with special hours, a free treat for every visitor (from cookies, to water, to mints, to … Read More ...