Texture and stitches that create texture are one of the fun parts of crochet. Texture creates a lot of visual interest in what otherwise be a bland yarn or design and can be integral to a project – think … Read More ...
Crochet Bike Seat Cover
I love this seat cover! I could have used it – urgently needed it – several years ago when I bought my son an almost perfect used bike. The imperfection was a slash in the seat cover. I … Read More ...
Crochet Scrappy Flower Coasters
These are just the cutest coasters I’ve seen in a long time (except for those Christmas ones I posted recently). These would brighten up any table. You can use up lots of yarn scraps too since each coaster takes … Read More ...
Quick and Plush Crochet
This is a quick, easy, and totally plush blanket that you’ll love working on. Tia offers us her free pattern and I think it’s one that a lot of crocheters will enjoy making as it will appeal to crocheters … Read More ...
It’s Bastille Day. Crochet Something!
Ok. Most of the world does not celebrate Bastille Day – the French version of the USA Independence Day on July 4 is their July 14 Bastille Day. How do I know this? Once upon a time, I majored in … Read More ...
Crochet Some Flower Bubbles For Your Home
This is one of the coolest crochet projects I’ve seen in a long time! I’m totally in love with it. I happen to have a number of old wooden embroidery hoops in my stash and, of course, I have … Read More ...
Crochet Your Summer Away!
July 4 is history, but we still have plenty of Summer ahead of us. We’ll be crocheting at kids’ games, around the pool, for the pool, for back to school stuff, for cool summer garments, and all those other things … Read More ...
A Pocket Full Of Crochet
When a child is embarking on a new adventure – like the first day of school or going off to college – it’s really nice for him/her to have a tiny, handy reminder of home, of the love … Read More ...
Top Five Crochet Must-Haves
There have been some new crochet accessories, gadgets, and other tools on the market lately. I’ve written about some of them. However, I still prefer some of the older items that do the same work. Here’s my Top Five List. … Read More ...
Crochet Broomstick Hat
If you’ve seen this wonderful book, you know that Margaret Hubert is an exceedingly talented crochet designer. This hat was pictured in her book, but no pattern was given. Now, the pattern has been made available for all of us … Read More ...
Cute And Free Crochet Patterns For You
This cute rose is created a bit differently from most patterns I’ve seen. Check it out for yourself. It’s a snap to work up and would make such a nice brooch. This is just an example of one of many … Read More ...
Rock Your Picnic Table
No, this is NOT a cutely crocheted headache ball! Rather, it’s a very clever use of some rocks you pick up anywhere, cover with inexpensive cotton twine or something similar, and cleverly use to weigh down the edges of your … Read More ...
A Dress For All Seasons
I saw this cute dress the other day and wanted to share this free pattern as well as some ideas about the dress that you might not have thought of. The pattern indicates that this dress is a size 3 … Read More ...
Measurable
Ever find yourself trying to dig around in your project bag to find your teeny but indispensable tape measure? Well, if you put some ears on it, you’ll find it quicker. At least that’s what Tania has convinced me of … Read More ...
No Pattern Required
Justine at mucho color has created this fantastic scrap-crazy laptop cozy that everyone needs to make! You don’t need to have a pattern or even be able to read her language to follow her tutorial. You can work up your … Read More ...