The granny square is one of the most widely used patterns in crochetdom. I have a friend who ONLY crochets the granny square, creating a single large square pattern for a baby afghan or a full size afghan. She has … Read More ...
Joining Crochet Squares – Mystique De-Mystified
First, as most frustrated crocheters know, not all joining techniques are created equal! Most are downright ugly as well as being poorly explained in books and online. Others leave a ridge which I find to be unattractive in most applications. … Read More ...
Tunisian Crochet For Baby – Meet The Author!
This new book is full of goodies for baby, created by best selling crochet designer Sharon Silverman. I asked Sharon why she chose Tunisian crochet for babies
to create these designs. She kindly offered the following information:
Looking for more … Read More ...
Getting Started With Christmas Crochet
I know it’s likely way too hot where you (and I) live to even think about Christmas crochet, but it’s time. Unless you want to attempt to crochet around the clock once the calendar hits December 1, 2014, you need … Read More ...
Bumpy Stitch Scarf – Free Pattern (My Adaptation)
So, I’m pretty much in love with this stitch pattern. As soon after surgery and the post operative wound infection I was able to pick up my crochet hook and scarf, this pattern was exactly where I went. I grabbed … Read More ...
Another Crochet Giveaway Winner
Jessica D Won this with the following entry, chosen at random:
Submitted on 2014/07/25 at 8:30 am
I would make the little football outfits first. Zip code is 16833
Jessica, please email me ([email protected]) with your snail mail info so … Read More ...
Make Your Own Crochet Tube Socks
These crochet tube socks can be found on Ravelry.com along with the free pattern to create them. I have made oodles of my tube socks using my own pattern that I want to share with you. However, I have no … Read More ...
See Who Rocks The Crochet Look
The crochet news is that crochet is rocking the fashion world – all over the world. This article is from India where the picture here originates. So, it isn’t just afghans and baby things – as all of us crocheters … Read More ...
Crochet For Baby Jack
So, I did not have a wonderful time crocheting this baby afghan, but it was a work of love. Baby Jack is the first grandson of some dear friends of mine. The grandparents have three sons of their own and … Read More ...
10 Baby Mobiles To Crochet
There’s a new baby on the way and you aren’t inspired by anything on the mom-to-be’s shower registry. Instead, you want to make a fun, yet practical handcrafted gift. How about one of these whimsical crocheted mobiles to decorate the … Read More ...
Crochet Some Rainbows
What tot wouldn’t love to get her hands on this adorable Rachael Doll? I think it’s totally cute. Beatrice Ryan offers a free pattern for this cutie as well as other free patterns and tips on her blog. You’ll … Read More ...
Adorable Baby Crochet Sandal Pattern
How adorable are these baby sandal crochet pattern? There are step by step instructions and the pattern is simple itself.
I love the little button but I wonder how practical these are?
Want to find out more? Click here: Adorable … Read More ...
Crochet A Plush Edging
If you think a plush edging ‘makes’ a blanket, this simple pattern is for you! Sonia Maria offers this free pattern for all of us. Her blog is written in Portugese, but you can have it translated or just use … Read More ...
Crochet Flutters By
My son has a girlfriend who I have been getting to know these past few weeks. She’s a delight! Her house is beautifully decorated and I admire her good taste. She was also the inspiration for my recent foray into … Read More ...
Crocheted Treasures
My dear friend Laurie showed me her home renovations on a recent evening. The house she grew up in is now hers alone since her father passed away last year. She set about to update many areas, redecorate, and focus … Read More ...