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 ...
Scarves, Shrugs and Shawls – A Book For Knitters
Since I’m not adept at knitting, I asked my friend Mandy Pedigo, the owner of The Cloistered Lamb and a fabric artist extraordinaire, to take a look and give me the benefit of her expertise. Here is her review of … Read More ...
A Good Oldie For You!
This is the updated and revised 2012 edition of Donna Kooler’s classic reference book that is in the hands of many crocheters. I just ran across this at my public library and decided to share my review of it with … Read More ...
Scarves, Shrugs and Shawls – A Book Review (Knitting)
Since I’m neither an accomplished nor an avid knitter, I asked my friend, Mandy Pedigo, to write this review for me. Mandy is a very accomplished fiber atrist, completing her degree in fiber arts. She loves anything to do with … Read More ...
How To Make 100 Crochet Appliques
If you like to add small bits of crochet to garments, totes, and accessories, this book has plenty of material for you. This book contains groupings of appliques that will please you and others. There are seasonal appliques, those from … Read More ...
Sunflowers Galore!
I don’t know if all 50 of these are technically sunflowers, but I do know they are all lovely! Kristin Nicholas has created so many flower patterns in so many colors and textures that you’ll find plenty of inspiration in … 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 ...
100 Lace Flowers To Crochet
Oh, are you going to love this book! I’ve read, reviewed, and used other crochet books that feature floral motifs – but this one is special!
Caitlin Sainio (who also authored 100 Snowflakes To Crochet) has designed real versions of … 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 ...
Crochet-opedia
If you’ve ever wanted a great reference book for crochet stitches and techniques, for levels from beginner to intermediate, from the crochet mundane to the crochet ethereal, this book might be just what you’re looking for!
Julie Oparka has gathered … Read More ...
Rocking The Tunisian Crochet
Dora Ohrenstein’s new book on Tunisian crochet has just been published. I decided to turn the blog over to Dora today so she can tell you about her book:
It’s exciting to see Tunisian crochet continue to draw interest and
A Bit Off Topic – Metal Clay For Jewelry Makers
I was sent this book to review – but it’s been quite a while since I’d worked in metal clay. So, I asked a friend, Joan Castle, who also crochets and knits, if she could tell us about this new … Read More ...
Crocheting In Plain English
I’m often asked for the name of ‘the’ authoritative crochet reference book, especially for a beginner or intermediate crocheter. There are lots of useful crochet reference books to be had, but I don’t think you’ll find one that is any … Read More ...
Dora Scores Again!
Dora Ohrenstein has just published her latest book, The New Tunisian Crochet. You can read more about it here and see all the crochet luminaries who have contributed to the book. She’s also hosting a Giveaway of this book! While … Read More ...