I fell in love with these delicate Granny Circle Place Mats the moment I saw them. But, of course, I had to think of something else to make with this pattern since I already have four sets of ‘dressy’ place … Read More ...
Pop’s New Look
Do you know a guy who typically wears bow ties? Christopher Kimball from Cook’s Illustrated. The late Senator Paul Simon from Illinois. Any guy in a tux…… No one in my life wears a bow tie, but I really do … Read More ...
Pretty Chevron Crochet Scarf
I love the soft look of this Chevron Scarf and think it will be soft and warm for the cold St. Louis winters. It will also work up quickly. Elise has a free pattern and tutorial for us so we … Read More ...
Light And Lovely Spring Crochet
I’ve seen necklaces like this before but have never seen instructions for creating one for myself. I think this would be perfect for a special touch for Spring. It would also be especially lovely to match a shawl or cap. … Read More ...
Monster Crochet
I don’t have a little one to make this cute monster cap for, but I bet a lot of my readers do! Isn’t it scary-cute? Anne Granger offers her pattern and tutorial on her blog so you can make one … Read More ...
My Top Five Crochet Bracelets
Bracelets are hot, hot, hot right now! I wear my bangles every day and often add one or more additional bracelets to match an outfit. I love bracelets. So, it makes sense for me to combine my love of crochet … Read More ...
Crocheting The Dog
Craftybegonia scores again! I’ve featured many of her designs on this blog. But this little snuggly ‘funmigurumi’ Wallace The Dog needs mee to make him. I think he’s totally adorable. As usual, she’s given us the pattern for free. … Read More ...
Crochet Nap Time Blankie
So, here’s my story. I made a babyghan for my grand niece who was born almost 2 years ago. According to her parents, my babyghan is Lilly’s favorite and she won’t be without it. That’s flattering and makes me happy. … Read More ...
How Many Cute Crochet Christmas Trees Can We Use???
More cute crochet trees for you. These things just keep coming my way and I love to share them with my readers. Again, these work up so quickly that there’s no excuse for not making a bundle of them. Since … Read More ...
More Quick And Easy Crochet Goodies
Everyone needs some small gifts in a stash. Everyone needs to work up ‘just one more gift’ before the Big Eve arrives. Everyone loves to crochet smaller projects that work up quickly, make use of partial skeins, and bring cheer … Read More ...
Tee Shirt To Tidy Cloth – A Crochet Twist
Who’da thunk that these pretty cloths started life as cotton tee shirts? Cyndee over at restyledjunk.com shows how to take your own old tee shirts, cut them into ‘tarn’ (tee shirt yarn), and crochet up these chunky, thirsty dishcloths … Read More ...
Cute Two Tone Crochet Beanie
Candy calls her latest free pattern Birds of a Feather. I can actually see those geese flying south. It’s so cold here that I wish I were flying south – or already there! But, I think this would be … Read More ...
The Spotlight Is On Bat- Crochet (and other Super Hero stuff)
In case you have a Super Hero fan at your house and want to crochet something special for Christmas, here are two ‘dolls’ for you. In case you don’t have time to get an entire figure completed before the Big … Read More ...
Fake Crochet
This is NOT crochet. It’s sorta fake crochet! We’re always looking for ways to use up partial skeins of thread and yarn. This site has nine patterns that are ‘fake’ and are made with thread/yarn. There is a nice … Read More ...
Your Crochet Angel
This is the free pattern from one of my favorite crochet talents, Thata Pang. Check out her blog for all sorts of crochet inspiration. You can get the free pattern for this pretty angel here. While Thata resides in … Read More ...