Patterns, projects and techniques
Dictionary.com defines ‘heirloom’ as:
| 1. | a family possession handed down from generation to generation. |
A crochet heirloom is pictured above.
That got me to thinking about crochet and our heritage. Do you have any crochet items made by your … Read More ...
I’ve got a brand-spanking new copy of “Teach Yourself Visually – Crochet” which I am offering as a prize in this contest. The winner will receive this great book via snail mail from me. The book is a good reference … Read More ...
I grabbed this book off the ‘New Books’ shelf at my local library when I ran in to drop some things off for my mom. I always check the 745.XX section to see what new crochet and craft books are … Read More ...
Stock Photo of Historic Yarn Shop
Where do you buy yarn? With all the rumors flying about Wal-Mart closing its Fabric/Crafts/Yarn Departments, many people are complaining that they will have no local source of yarn and other craft supplies.
I … Read More ...
Would you carry a sign that said ‘Strips for Yarn’? Not!!
MAM (above)
Those MAM (mile a minute) translate to Mile a Millenium for me! I just can’t get into them. I like the look and always fool myself into … Read More ...
I have a new FAVORITE crochet magazine – Crochet Today! I have just purchased my third issue of this great, new mag. It’s full of wonderful patterns and great, full color photos. There is a wide variety of patterns, too. … Read More ...
Wish I had a pattern for this Gymboree bag. Think I can figure it out? I’d change the colors to match a pretty little dress.
Since I finished the butterfly poncho for Peytan, I began thinking about cute little girl’s … Read More ...
I honestly do not know where this dimension chart for crochet ponchos originated. If it’s YOURS, please let me know so I can give credit where credit is due! It is not my original work, but I’ll take a chance … Read More ...
Here’s a little number that I worked up for the only grandchild of a dear friend. I wanted her to look like a butterfly princess on her first birthday. The poncho is a simple two rectangle version made with RH … Read More ...
There are some shapes that just appeal to me more than others. Stars are one of those shapes that I find particularly appealing. They come in all styles from very traditional to extremely whimsical. They all look good to me. … Read More ...
Neck & Front Detail. Love those buttons!
My mom and her ‘special’ sweater.
Pattern is from Kim Guzman ‘Jiffy Cardigan’.
Looking for more sweaters to crochet? Check out these sweater Crochet patterns we found on Etsy.
Crochetkim.com
Here is a … Read More ...
I awoke today to a white out! That’s unusual for St. Louis. We get snow and lots of cold days, but we don’t often get a lot of snow and it doesn’t stick around too long. There have been years, … Read More ...
Silk yarn is one of the hardiest of fibers, natural or manmade! I always laugh when I see a 100% silk garment that is marked ‘dry clean only’. First, dry cleaning isn’t dry! Water is used. Second, silk saris … Read More ...
We’re always looking for something FREE, aren’t we? Well, there are several sources for obtaining FREE YARN. While there may be no such thing as a ‘free lunch’, there might be a way for you to enhance your yarn stash … Read More ...
You gotta see this cute thing. Made me laugh. ENJOY!
The pattern is available today only – FREE – at: anniesattic.com
Looking for more Valentine’s Day Crochet patterns? Check out these Crochet patterns we found on Etsy.
Still, want … Read More ...
