Here’s another very quick and attractive idea that doesn’t require a pattern or tutorial. Using Hindustanka’s pictures, you can make one of these for yourself. I’d like to see a set of three of them framed and hung on … Read More ...
Scrap It!
Recycling and crochet. You know I like those words in the same sentence. Here are some of the best patterns combining those two terms that I’ve found on the ‘net.
I love these easy to make, colorful and whimsical Sprite … Read More ...
Scared Stiff?
Who’s started crocheting for Halloween 2012? If you haven’t already begun, you’d better get busy soon. With less than two months before Halloween, you’ll need a head start. So, here are a few easy crochet ideas for you.
Who doesn’t … Read More ...
Got Scraps?
I saw these cute Rosettes that are made by twisting scraps of yarn, I decided they’d be a great way to use up scraps and partial skeins – but I’d make the base yarn by chaining rather than twisting the … Read More ...
Paradise Flowers
If you think these two flowers are pretty, you’re in for a crochet flower paradise! These are part of a series of Paradise Flowers created by German crocheter Carmen Rosemann and can be found on her blog.
When you … Read More ...
Cute as a …..Baby Bird!
Owls seem to be so popular these days. Kathy Lewinski has created this adorable baby owl square that is sure to become popular. On her blog, she’s got the free pattern and a tutorial to help you work up one … Read More ...
Hoop-La!
Who doesn’t have a couple pairs of these old earrings hiding in the bottom of a junk jewelry box? I do! So, why didn’t I come up with this fantastic and quick idea to upcycle these earrings? Leave it … Read More ...
Crochet Scarf Pattern – Is Your Grandmother Chunky?
I really like the look of this Chunky Granny Scarf. This one will work up quickly! I don’t usually make things using chunky/bulky yarn, but this one will get made. I also am not sure why it’s called Granny as … Read More ...
Lazy Crochet
When I saw this idea, I just had to share. Matilda uses a sewing machine to finish off the cut edge to create the cardigan, but I’d use a pretty scrap of yarn to crochet over that raw edge – … Read More ...
An Outstanding Bag
WOW! I think this is an outstanding ‘sampler’ style bag. To begin with, I’m a fan of this shape purse AND I like the colors used. But, I think it’s the stitch variations that really make the look.
Haven’t … Read More ...
Jewelry Catcher – Jewelry Organizer
Do you like Dream Catchers? I have always thought they were pretty cool. This idea is a variation on that theme – and one that is very cool. It ‘catches’ jewelry!
Vanina created this pretty and useful design. She … Read More ...
Don’t Be Crabby!
I DO get crabby when my crochet buddies tell me to finish a project using the Crab Stitch AKA Reverse Single Crochet. I’ve never been able to master this very useful stitch, so I’ve ignored it until now. No more!… Read More ...
Simple and Lovely
This is such a simple idea, but really lovely, don’t you think? I’d love to see these color keyed to particular events. They’d be so pretty in Fall colors, in red and green for Christmas, in glittery yarn for New … Read More ...
Cupcake Pin Cushion
I like creative people! I try to be creative but find that I’m so inspired by the designs of others, wanting to recreate some designs, that I don’t have time or creative energy left over to make things up for … Read More ...
Shooting Stars Crochet Pattern
If you have ever wanted to learn to felt but seemed overwhelmed by the process, this tiny project is just what you need to get your hands wet! And, it’s just in time for July 4. You can work … Read More ...