I just can’t get enough of these cute, mini, carry-along projects. These are perfect to stash in your bag while you’re on the run, so you can use those few odd moments waiting for the kids, ‘watching’ kiddie ballet lessons, … Read More ...
CROCHET CLUB AUGUST, 2010 MEETING ROUND UP
I’m choosing to post the Show ‘n Tell notes from the St. Louis Crochet Club’s August, 2010 meeting here so I can highlight some of the yarns used. Those of you familiar with my usual meeting ’round-up’ posts know that … Read More ...
CHRISTMAS 2010
OK, after Christmas In July, during Back to School, before Halloween and Thanksgiving, are you ready to get ready for Christmas?? Most think it’s never to early to plan for the most decorative of all holidays. I’ve gathered some ideas … Read More ...
SOME SWEET CROCHET
I ran across more sweet crochet when I was looking for baby things. Here are some of the goodies I found. Please let me know what you think or if you have any links to share with us. (Some are … Read More ...
MORE RE-FASHION IDEAS
http://nikkishell.typepad.com/wardroberefashion/2008/04/swap-re-fashion.html
Here are a few more ideas for re-fashioning your wardrobe – or thrift store finds – incorporating crochet. The site with the ribbons threaded through the sweater shows a couple of ideas. Check those out by clicking on the … Read More ...
MARTHA WINGER’S ART
The first crocheter’s work that caught my eye at the recent Green with Indie craft show was that of Marti Winger. I saw that plarn from afar and made a bee line to see if there was other crochet at … Read More ...
PLARN WORLDWIDE EXTRAORDINAIRE
We’ve all seen plarn, right? The plastic bags cut into strips (plastic yarn) and crocheted into rugs and totebags. There are some good crocheters out there cutting away on their huge stash of plastic shopping bags to save the … Read More ...
CROCHET By Jane Davis – a book for kids and others
This book is one I found at the library where I regularly scan both the adult section and the juvenile section for crochet and other craft books. Hadn’t seen this one before, so I popped it right into my crocheted … Read More ...
Book Review -1000 Ideas For Creative Reuse
If you’ve been reading my blog for more than a week, you know that I’m very attracted to the work of those who upcycle, recycle, repurpose, reuse, redesign, renew, remake, and restyle. Do I have all the re-‘s covered? I … Read More ...
MY MOTHER IN LAW’S MOTHER IN LAW’S TOTE
By now, you all know that I’m not the world’s best photographer. But, I had to TRY to show you this lovely tote. Here’s its story.
My mother in law is 87 years old. She married my now deceased father … Read More ...
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME!
Look what I got myself for Christmas!
Mine doesn’t look exactly like the one pictured here – but it’s the same company and the same 35 pockets for holding all kinds of goodies.
Mine is the Tote-ally Cool Craft Tote … Read More ...
CROCHET APPLIQUE
Applique is something I learned to love when I was a quilter. Since becoming a crocheter, I’ve seen plenty of pretty crochet appliques that I think would look great sewn or glued onto a jean jacket, tote bag, or scarf. … Read More ...
CROCHET RECYCLING?? SOME GREAT IDEAS!
Do you like the idea of recycling or repurposing your crochet? This is a great idea, using a purchased sweater to create an exceptional piece. Learn how here:
http://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/spider_web_sweater
Another way to rescue a beloved tee or sweater? Try this … Read More ...
WAYS TO USE A MOTIF
http://preview.tinyurl.com/ynl7fd
What is a motif? Dictionary.com defines motif as:
| 1. | a recurring subject, theme, idea, etc., esp. in a literary, artistic, or musical work. |
| 2. | a distinctive and recurring form, shape, figure, etc., in a design, as in |
CRAFTBITS CROCHET
In case you haven’t looked lately, there are lots of free crochet patterns available for you at www.craftbits.com – the parent organization that hosts this blog. It’s easy to overlook the craftbits homepage if you’ve come to my blog via … Read More ...
