When I first saw this shawl, I was immediately intrigued with the unusual shape of it. You can see that better in the second photo. I wasn’t quite sure how it would remain situation on my shoulders, but, as you … Read More ...
Bumpy Stitch Scarf – Free Pattern (My Adaptation)
So, I’m pretty much in love with this stitch pattern. As soon after surgery and the post operative wound infection I was able to pick up my crochet hook and scarf, this pattern was exactly where I went. I grabbed … Read More ...
“It Girl” Crochet
Don’t you love the unique wrist warmers on the cover of this new book? I love the symmetry as well as the swirl effect the designer has created. This is just one of 23 patterns for accessories in this book… Read More ...
Let’s Dish Crochet
I will begin teaching crochet to the middle schoolers where I volunteer in a couple of weeks. So, I have been on the look out for dish cloth patterns that I could use to teach the basic crochet stitches. We’ll … Read More ...
Alien Vs Lovey Crochet
Is this an Alien or a Lovey? Depends on your status as an Earthling or a kid, I guess. I love the simplicity of this pattern and how it could work up to make a very special huggable gift for … Read More ...
Mile a minute – Is This The World’s Fastest Crochet Afghan Pattern??
On All Free Crochet, they call this the World’s Fastest Crochet Afghan! Really? I don’t think so. Okay, I’m not a fan of mile a minute patterns. Not only must I crochet 2 things that are just alike, I have … Read More ...
Make Your Own Crochet Tube Socks
These crochet tube socks can be found on Ravelry.com along with the free pattern to create them. I have made oodles of my tube socks using my own pattern that I want to share with you. However, I have no … Read More ...
Back To School Crochet?
I love this nifty, easy to work up crochet pencil case. But, wait, there’s more! Wouldn’t it also make a nice travel case for your crochet hooks, including a pocket to hold a copy of your pattern folded to … Read More ...
A Wonderful Crochet Blanket
Check out this stunning blanket! Sheri LB pointed it out to me. I have such great crochet friends who point out online lovelies to me. This one offers both a free pattern, a picture tutorial, as well as video help. … Read More ...
Spinning Your Crochet
While this lovely and exciting piece of crochet is not exactly meant to spin, it certainly has the look of a spinning wheel to me. It’s a mandala themed piece of which this is the central motif. Isn’t it stunning?… Read More ...
See Who Rocks The Crochet Look
The crochet news is that crochet is rocking the fashion world – all over the world. This article is from India where the picture here originates. So, it isn’t just afghans and baby things – as all of us crocheters … Read More ...
More Crochet Creativity For You
I recently shared a raft of patterns for you (not free) that I found on Etsy. Well, I decided to share some for you from the parent company that owns this blog. There are oodles of free patterns for all … Read More ...
Crochet Goodies For Your Consideration
I was browsing through Etsy to see what’s new there and ran across a few things I wanted to share with my readers. These are patterns that cost money, but they certainly look worth a few bucks to me. This … Read More ...
Crochet For Baby Jack
So, I did not have a wonderful time crocheting this baby afghan, but it was a work of love. Baby Jack is the first grandson of some dear friends of mine. The grandparents have three sons of their own and … Read More ...
The Crochet VS Knit Question Finally Resolved
I have heard this matter discussed for years – which uses more yarn, knit or crochet? Well Joanne Scrace has finally conducted a fairly scientific experiment to answer this old question. Her method is well documented on her blog … Read More ...