Patterns, projects and techniques
There were many entries for this contest, but only two lucky winners. In a random drawing, these names were drawn:
Cathy Campion
Kelli Robinson
Congratulations to Cathy and Kelli! I’ll be emailing them privately. The rules stated that the winner(s) … Read More ...
After I wrote my recent review of Edie Eckman’s latest book, “Around The Corner Crochet Borders
“, I began thinking about how much I like her crochet books. What makes this gal tick? So, I emailed her some questions … Read More ...
Inside the June/July, 2010 issue of Crafts ‘n Things Magazine, there are several crochet patterns. Pretty, useful, but not particularly outstanding. However, on page 100, there are some ideas pictured which I wish I could show you. Instead, you’ll have … Read More ...
One of my favorite products has been hard to find. But, I just found where to purchase it! I haven’t used this website yet, so I can’t speak to their worthiness, but the fact that they carry Aleene products … Read More ...
I had heard some buzz about this book but wanted to check it out for myself. Fearing it couldn’t live up to its newly minted ‘hype’, I was a bit hesitant to disappoint anyone with a lackluster review. Oh, well. … Read More ...
http://crochet.craftgossip.com/half-a-hundred-pick-a-winner-please-giveaway/2010/06/01/
http://handmadebyannabelle.blogspot.com/2010/06/make-your-own-red-white-blue-cup-cozy.html
Here are two cute and quick ideas for July 4. Of course, you can change the color and use the patterns for other occasions too!
http://handmadebyannabelle.blogspot.com/2010/06/make-your-own-red-white-and-blue.html
This is a ReWind article – to save my sanity. I’ve posted the … Read More ...
The first crocheter’s work that caught my eye at the recent Green with Indie craft show was that of Marti Winger. I saw that plarn from afar and made a bee line to see if there was other crochet at … Read More ...
We’ve all seen plarn, right? The plastic bags cut into strips (plastic yarn) and crocheted into rugs and totebags. There are some good crocheters out there cutting away on their huge stash of plastic shopping bags to save the world … Read More ...
Exquisite is a great word! To me, if something is exquisite, it’s a treat for both the eyes and the other senses. In crochet, that means touch also. Margaret Maccio and Tuesday Bennett produce exquisite crocheted earrings and necklaces.
You … Read More ...
I recently met Rachel, the owner of Dyeabolical Yarns and Spinning Fibers. And, I quickly snatched up a hank of her beautifully hand painted cotton warp yarn in a colorway that includes lavenders, roses, and golds. Can’t wait to get … Read More ...
I ran across this video review recently. Youtube.com is great for tutorials. I thought that was what I would be viewing. Turns out, it was a review. The nifty thing is that the reviewer is shown using the product, so … Read More ...
June 12 will soon be here! That day, MADE Studio in St. Louis is hosting a remake, refashion, and revamp party. The cost of admission is a bag of clean used clothing and $5! Once you’re there, you’ll hang out, … Read More ...
This book is one I found at the library where I regularly scan both the adult section and the juvenile section for crochet and other craft books. Hadn’t seen this one before, so I popped it right into my crocheted … Read More ...
By the time you read this published, I’ll have published my 500th blog post!! I’ve spent a few minutes looking back over some articles I’d written months or more ago and was amazed to realize that I didn’t even remember … Read More ...
