This site has become one of my go-to blogs for crochet inspiration. Olga does such exquisite work and has a nice selection of free patterns offered. This particular afghan is crocheted using a stitch pattern invented by her mother. I … 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 ...
Another Use For Those Flowers
Kara always comes up with good ideas – and tutorials for them. In this case, as a follow up to my recent article showing a tutorial for flower-making (from another crochet artist), we can make some more pretty flowers to … Read More ...
Flower Making
I have no idea what language this tutorial is written in, but you’ll have no trouble following along with the detailed photos. I like the way she creates these pretty flowers. Is there such a thing as too many … Read More ...
Tunisian Giveaway Winner!
The winner of this wonderful new book by Kim Guzman is Kathy G with this entry (selected at random):
| Kathy G. [email protected] 71.102.138.47 | Submitted on 2013/04/22 at 5:29 pm I really like this slipper pattern! http://mrsmicawber.blogspot.com/2011/12/birchbark-slippers-pattern-tutorial.html Congratulations to Kathy! Please |
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 ...
Best Mother’s Day Crochet Ever!
I’m a practical person. You knew that, right? I am NOT a well organized person. You knew that, right? So, when I ran across this, I knew, just KNEW, that this would be the best Mother’s Day present ever. It’s … 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 ...
Upcycle For Fun!
If you’re like me, you’ve got a lot of both of these on hand:
Well, maybe the little motifs you have on hand are not flowers. But, the idea remains the same. You have an ugly bag, you add some … Read More ...
A New Shawl
I love the shape of this pattern, designed by a French crocheter, Sophie, and sold under her name Sophie Gelfie. It’s called the Marina Shawl. The pattern is not free, but I believe we should be willing to pay … Read More ...
A New Site For You
There’s a new site for posting our projects for all to see. This one is headquartered in the UK, but the projects are universal. I fell in love with this cute variation on a simple granny square blanket. The designer … Read More ...
Crochet Tea Light Covers
Aren’t these charming? Sher over at Fly The Coop has created these sweet, teeny tea light
cozies. As usual, you’ll find her instructions and tutorial to be very helpful. This is one of those crazy little things that make me … Read More ...
A Link And A Chain (Stitch)
Portia created this unique ‘statement’ necklace using some links of metal chain and simple crochet stitches. Isn’t it cool? I can think of a number of ways to use this technique to embellish my crochet. I think the statement necklace … Read More ...
Sweaters For Kids – And Adults
As I was browsing a friend’s blog the other day, I was reminded of this wonderful charity sweater pattern that has gone through several name changes – from Oxfam to Guideposts to, now, World Vision. The pattern is available in … Read More ...
Easy Skulls Crochet Patterns
If you’re a fan of the trendy skull crochet aesthetic that’s everywhere right now, you’re going to love this crochet skull scarf pattern. It’s cute, edgy, and works up in a jiffy—making it the perfect project for both beginner… Read More ...