I had not been looking for, of all things, a fox purse, but I found one anyway! It’s an amazing bag, don’t you think?
Perhaps even more amazing is that you can get the free pattern to make one for … Read More ...
By Knook Or Crook, Is It A Hook?
Since the release of the much advertised Knook, there has been discussion in the crochet community as to whether Knook is a form of crochet. This is not really a new issue. It is just new to some of us. … Read More ...
Must See/Must Make 3-D Snowflake
I just had to share this with you! The time is quickly running out for us to crochet something really impressive for this Christmas. But, if you need/want to, this may well be the perfect project for you. It’s a … Read More ...
Some More Quick Christmas Crochet Patterns
Since Christmas is less than two weeks away, I’d like to offer a few ideas that you could work up very quickly.
I love this candy cane
This tiny gingerbread person could be used as an ornament, a package topper, … Read More ...
Cute Christmas Quickie
This is a great idea for a quick Christmas (or just Winter) gift for an adult or child. You can purchase like-new sweatshirts at thrift stores or get them at a very reasonable price at mass marketers. Same for long-sleeve … Read More ...
More Little Christmas Crochet Ideas For You!
Here’s another collection of what I think are great gifting ideas in crochet. I want to support those creative souls who design these beauties and offer them to the rest of us.
For your own table or as a hostess … Read More ...
Christmas In The Air – Crochet Patterns
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 ...
Surprisingly Simple Christmas Crochet
Occasionally I run across something that is just so simple yet inspiring that I’m stunned. This project is one of those. The blog is entirely in Portugese. For a laugh (not on the author) you can try entering the web … 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 ...
Why You Should Buy Crochet Today! Nov/Dec, 2011
I just got my hands on this latest issue of Crochet Today! magazine. This is one of their best issues! Of the 25 projects offered in this edition, FIVE of them are must-do’s and several others look quite promising. That’s … Read More ...
Crochet Tool Case
This sweet little Crochet Hook (and Tool) Case is a winner on several counts. First, I love the bright colors. Makes it far easier to find this nifty little hook holder when it’s stashed in a large bag full of … Read More ...
GRANNY LOVE
I absolutely adore this new little book, “Granny Square Love” by Sarah London. London has definitely lived up to the cover’s subtitle, ‘A New Twist On A Crochet Classic For Your Home’. In addition to the well-loved and … Read More ...
ANEMONE NECKLACE
Some people can take the simplest stitch and a few yards of yarn and come up with something splendid. Not me, mind you. But some people. When those special people create these things with the same yarn and hook I … Read More ...
ANOTHER SMASHING BRACELET – WITH TUTORIAL
Don’t you love the look of these bangles? I think I have to make one really soon. I wear bracelets every day. I have two wedding bangles (like wedding bands in India, my husband’s homeland) and about 50 other bracelets, … Read More ...
CATNIP FOR CROCHETERS?
Do you ever wonder what catnip does to cats? I know!! It’s Lavishea Lotion Bar to me. No kidding! I am totally addicted to this stuff.
My nose discovered the Lavishea Lavender Lotion Bar when I was in BAH Yarns … Read More ...