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 … Read More ...
Tot Hats Are Everywhere!
Crocheted hats/caps for babes and tots are always popular. They typically work up quickly, are practical, and just add to the overall cuteness factor for the kiddies. I’ve rounded up a few that are especially adorable. The dinosaur hat has … Read More ...
How do you price your crochet items?
I must say that I was amazed when I saw the prices this crocheter is selling her items for. I have not seen her work personally so I cannot speak to its quality or the choices of yarn. Obviously, if … Read More ...
What is Hot on Etsy?
What’s hot on Etsy? Well, there’s lots of crochet there! I found some vendors who have some spectacular crochet offerings. Tell me what you like.
There’s this pretty crochet bracelet at Beach Plum Cottage
Then, there’s this interesting piece… Read More ...
Baby Owl Crochet Beanie
A baby owl or an owl for a baby. Either way it’s very cute. Owls seem to be very popular right now. I like the simplicity of this design AND the cute multicolored tassels. Any kid would feel extra … Read More ...
Bears For A Cause
Crocheters are well known for putting their skills to use in support of a cause. Sher Marchman-Day has gone a step farther in her efforts to customize her crochet to your cause. What a fantastic idea! For a really … Read More ...
Petals Pearls and Lace
I had the good fortune to run across this crocheters impressive baby hats today while walking at the mall. There are at least two shops at Chesterfield Mall that sell the wares of local artists. I always go in, looking … Read More ...
Christmas In The Air
This year, I have decided to make a concerted effort to spend my gifting dollars locally – or at least in the U.S. – or to purchase gifts directly from the artisans who made them. To that end, I’ve spent … Read More ...
GRANNY VEST QUICKIE
I had to share this little cutie from the hands of Sara – the Creative Jewish Mom. She always has something creatively cooking at her place. This simple vest easily adapts to different sizes and would be perfect for … Read More ...
Last Minute Halloween Crochet Patterns
Recently ran across some cute halloween themed crochet items, so I’ve gathered them here to share. I think some people go overboard with full out costumes for babes in arms – but each to his own. Still, babies and toddlers … Read More ...
Using Up Scraps
I bet you’re like me and have a lot of partial skeins of yarn hiding in your stash. I’ve been given a lot of partial skeins, too. Some of these I’m able to pass along to a couple of friends … Read More ...
BABY HATS – KEEP THOSE LITTLE ONE’S EARS WARM!
I’ve run across such cute caps for baby lately that I thought I’d better share. Check out some of these for gifting or for charity.
Looking for more Beanie patterns to Crochet? Check out these Crochet Patterns on Etsy
CROCHET APPLIQUE
Applique is something I learned to love when I was a quilter. Since becoming a crocheter, I’ve seen plenty of pretty crochet appliques that I think would look great sewn or glued onto a jean jacket, tote bag, or … Read More ...
MONICA BURNETT DESIGNS A CUPCAKE
No, Monica Burnett has not hyjacked my blog! It’s just that I love the look of her website and wanted to share!
Monica has a great blog as well. Her crocheted designs just make me smile. Check out some of … Read More ...
EVERY NOW AND THEN A GREAT BLOG COMES ALONG…
http://crochetroo.blogspot.com/
The blog above is one of those GREAT blogs that gets my creativity in an uproar. I just LOVE Susan’s (crochetroo’s) free hat pattern – check it out by scrolling down on the opening blog page – … Read More ...