My sweetie of a husband came home from the bookstore with this the other day:
CROCHET TO GO DECK BY ALICIA BERGIN
He always checks the clearance tables and racks looking for books for himself or others. Usually there’s not … Read More ...
COLD HEAD, WARM HEART
I’ve crocheted one cap and loomed one cap for my husband. Both still leave his ears cold. It’s been below 10 degrees F most days this year (2010). So, I’ve been scouting around for another pattern for him. I finally … Read More ...
Book Review – EASY BEADED CROCHET
This book was given to me by my sister in law during my recent trip to India. It’s a UK publication, so take careful note of the stitch names. The book is a nice introduction to using beads in your … Read More ...
Book Review – THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF CROCHET TECHNIQUES
This little gem of a book was another gift I snagged during my recent visit to India. I’m a fan of Jan Eaton’s, so when I saw this book, I grabbed it quickly to take a look. I assumed that … Read More ...
LILY CHIN’S CROCHET TIPS AND TRICKS
What a great little book! This small 208 page volume is crammed with information that will make everyone’s ‘crochet life’ easier. The smaller size also makes it easy to slip into your project bag for handy reference on the go.… Read More ...
CROCHET TIPS and TRICKS
We all make mistakes in our crochet from time to time.
No, NOT THIS KIND OF MISTAKE:
Rather, we fail to count correctly, get our gauge wrong, lose our way in a pattern – that sort of thing. Here are … Read More ...
Book Review – The Essential Book of Crochet Techniques
There are several books in print which cover many of the techniques demonstrated in this book, published in 2006. It’s a handy size hardback with my favorite spiral binding. Why aren’t all books made like this?
Included are 127 pages … Read More ...
CROCHET FOR FALL
Fall isn’t really my favorite time of year, but I do love the colors and Fall decorations. I’ve scouted out some ideas for us to crochet. This first is a place mat that even a rank beginner could make. Color … Read More ...
Book review- CONTEMPORARY CROCHET
Here’s a new book by Sys Fredens. Contemporary Crochet , I was not familiar with this designer/author, but I sure do like her designs! I am currently working on one of the pullovers in this book for my daughter. Not … Read More ...
Online Crochet How-To’s For Beginners
Starting at the beginning with a slipstitch, how do we (did we) learn to crochet? If you’re lucky, someone in your family or a dear friend or teacher taught you this wonderful craft. If you’re not so lucky and you … Read More ...
WHAT DO YOU WANT IN A CROCHET BOOK??
I’ve been asked to review a lot of crochet books. It’s a job I love doing. Hard to actually think of it as work, although I do have to gather my thoughts and write a review which is sometimes work … Read More ...
Wanna Try Something Different? Something New?
It’s always fun to try a new crochet technique. Maybe the technique isn’t new to the world of crochet – but new to you, the crocheter.
I’ve scoured the internet to find a few new tricks for you. Check these … Read More ...
NATIONAL CRAFT MONTH CONTEST
In honor of National Craft (or Crochet) Month, I’m giving away this DVD (a $19.99 value). It’s a wonderful way to learn to knit or crochet – like having a great teacher right at your elbow. It’s 3.5 hours of … Read More ...
CROCHET DVD – HOORAY!!
WOW! How have I overlooked crochet DVD’s before?? I’ve looked at their covers at craft stores and even at the library, but never took one home to see what is on one. Big Mistake! These things are treasure troves – … Read More ...
Book Review – LEARN A STITCH, CREATE A SCARF
Gee, I have to tell you, I thought this ‘technique’ was MY idea! I find a stitch I want to try, crochet it for a while, become bored with it or just dislike it, and voila! I put an edging … Read More ...