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CUTE BOW HEADBAND

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Wouldn’t this be adorable when made to match a pretty dress?  I’d like to see one done in Christmas red with some sequins or other sparklies on it.  Wish I had a little girl to crochet for…..

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VINTAGE FOR CHRISTMAS?? AND – WIN A BOOK!

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I was sent a link to this handsome tie.  It’s a vintage pattern but I think the tie would work well with more modern menswear.  What do you think?

http://blog.bramcostpublications.com/2010/11/05/12-days-of-a-vintage-handmade-holiday.aspx

Here’s another vintage beauty from the same site.  Reminds me … Read More ...

CROCHET WISHES AND DREAMS

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Some times you just need some downtime on the computer to get some crochet inspiration.  There are lots of delicious blogs full of tempting projects.  There are write-ups of books and magazines.  There are oodles of free pattern sites to … Read More ...

ST LOUIS CROCHET CLUB, OCTOBER, 2010

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If you weren’t there, you missed out!  We had a fun gathering and lots of show ‘n tell, our favorite thing!  Here’s the rundown.

First, the shop owner, Georgia, who is mainly a knitter, showed off several projects:

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Carry – Along Little Christmas patterns

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I just can’t get enough of these cute, mini, carry-along projects.  These are perfect to stash in your bag while you’re on the run, so you can use those few odd moments waiting for the kids, ‘watching’ kiddie ballet lessons, … Read More ...

CARRY-ALONGS TO MAKE FOR CHRISTMAS

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It’s not too early to get started on some Christmas quickies that you can keep on hand for last minute gifting – and, these are all small things that you can carry along to your kid’s soccer game, with your … Read More ...

IT’S NOT SPRING, BUT…

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These are just too attractive to wait, although they shout “Spring” to me.  Of course, I’m always ready for Spring.  Hate the cold.  These would certainly brighten up any cold, winter day.

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ST LOUIS CROCHET CLUB, SEPTEMBER, 2010

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As usual, we had a fun gathering.  Teresa, Joyce and Melinda were unable to attend but we hope to see them (and others) soon.  Here’s what was offered for Show n’ Tell:

Georgia, the shop owner, showed off the huge … Read More ...

CHRISTMAS 2010

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OK, after Christmas In July, during Back to School, before Halloween and Thanksgiving, are you ready to get ready for Christmas??  Most think it’s never to early to plan for the most decorative of all holidays.  I’ve gathered some ideas … Read More ...