Patterns, projects and techniques
You can make this – but WILL you? It’s kinda cute, but I might have to have a lot of extra time on my hands to take the time to crochet this:
http://www.youcanmakethis.com/info/free/FreeSmores3DCrochetScarfpattern.htm
There are a lot of cute patterns … Read More ...
Back in July, 2008, I wrote a less than glowing review of this book. Since then, I’ve acquired another copy – shiny and new. So, I’m gonna give it away.
The book is quite attractive. You can read my review … Read More ...
There are all sorts of accessories for our crochet. We could all spend a gazillion dollars on some of these goodies, couldn’t we? I’ve run across some classy accessories that will make your crochet life easier and more efficient. Check … Read More ...
With our economy in its present state, I’ve been trying to come up with inexpensive gift ideas that will suit a wide variety of people and purposes. Here are some ideas I have or have come across:
http://members.tripod.com/pacycrochets/car/
This little … Read More ...
These nifty little hooks/needles are currently available from Coats and Clark. They’re Susan Bates’ “Handitool”. If you look closely, you’ll see that there is a crochet hook on one end and a knitting needle finish on the opposite end. So, … Read More ...
Aren’t these sooooo pretty?
http://crochet-mania.blogspot.com/
They’re featured on a little blog you might find interesting – and useful. If you want to learn a new stitch, try visiting this blog and following the tutorials there – many with color photos … Read More ...
TKACM is an acronym for Teen Knit and Crochet Magazine. An enterprising group of talented teens who knit and crochet – as well as have well honed computer and writing skills – has launched a fun site aimed at encouraging … Read More ...
Isn’t this the cutest thing? I went browsing online for some seasonal fridgies. I have a wooden mantle calendar that has a changeable shape for each major holiday. I really enjoy having it despite the fact that it’s pretty country … Read More ...
http://www.yarncat.com/turkey_butt.html
In keeping with the website theme of Turkey Day, I’m offering the link to one of my all time favorite crochet patterns. I have a friend who collects turkeys so I made one of the for her. She ‘got’ … Read More ...
Found these online and thought you might like to see them too. Simply remarkable!
With the coming of the winter holiday season – Thanksgiving, Christmas, Channukah, New Years, Kwaanza – we often have a lot of deadlines to meet. We often have more budget than cash. We always need a roadmap for gifts, festivities, … Read More ...
Do you know about Carolyn Christmas and Gourmet Crochet? I love the look of the site and Carolyn’s designs. I’ve been a fan of hers for a long time. I purchased Carolyn’s patterns before I knew she had a website.… Read More ...
Have you seen this crochet pattern book? I’ve had it in my hands several times, wondering if I wanted to buy it. The last time I looked at it, I FINALLY SAW what the patterns were! They are just crocheted … Read More ...
I had the opportunity recently to visit a LYS that I haven’t been to in about two years. When I walked in and greeted the owner, my eye was immediately drawn to the yarn shown here:
It’s lovely stuff … Read More ...
I have a beef with the LionBrand website. It’s a great site – oodles of free patterns for crochet (and knit), great pictures of yarn and finished garments, etc. I have no beef with that. It’s all good.
But, why … Read More ...
