I’m very impressed with this collection of bookmarks. I like to make bookmarks for quick gifts. It’s so easy to find a pattern that is suited to just about anyone’s tastes. These are especially cute.
I think this little guy … Read More ...
Crochet a Costume
I don’t ‘do’ Halloween anymore. No kids or grand kids in the target age range for the festivities. Aside from forcing myself to remain far away from any store that has candy on sale for 75-90% off in the day … Read More ...
WHAT TO DO WITH THAT POMPADOODLE
The pom-pom yarns (of which Pomp-a-doodle
is but one) have limited applications for crochet. This stuff is pretty on the skein and looks like it would make a perfect Christmas tree garland all by itself. It’s soft and comes in … Read More ...
VERY QUICK AND VERY CUTE
One of my favorite bloggers had added a very cute new design to her repertoire. If you need to make a quick gift for a girlfriend, you’ll like this idea!
Click here to get to the design directions. You could … Read More ...
CROCHETED ‘CORAL’ REEF
Remember this?
Crochet expertise combined with mathematical precision has created some wonderful projects, all ruffled and snuggly looking. Here’s the latest ‘twist’ on the Crocheted ‘Coral’ Reef:
SILVER SPRING, MD (August 24,2010 – September 2, 2010) – Riderwood residents are … Read More ...
What’s so great about Ravelry?
I have been aware of Ravelry since it first came online. Initially, and for a long time thereafter, I wondered what all the fuss was about. People had to wait for an invitation to join it. Kinda like those first … Read More ...
Edie Eckermans Crochet Books
After I wrote my recent review of Edie Eckman’s latest book, “Around The Corner Crochet Borders
“, I began thinking about how much I like her crochet books. What makes this gal tick? So, I emailed her some questions … Read More ...
Book Review- AROUND THE CORNER CROCHET BORDERS by Edie Eckman
I had heard some buzz about this book but wanted to check it out for myself. Fearing it couldn’t live up to its newly minted ‘hype’, I was a bit hesitant to disappoint anyone with a lackluster review. Oh, well. … Read More ...
CROCHET WEDDING DRESS AND MUCH MORE
I just purchased this book at a library book sale. I didn’t really get to look at it before I plunked down my cash, but I know I like other Women’s Day books, so I took a chance (as I … Read More ...
JULY 4 Crochet – Rewind
http://handmadebyannabelle.blogspot.com/2010/06/make-your-own-red-white-blue-cup-cozy.html
Here are two cute and quick ideas for July 4. Of course, you can change the color and use the patterns for other occasions too!
http://handmadebyannabelle.blogspot.com/2010/06/make-your-own-red-white-and-blue.html
This is a ReWind article – to save my sanity. I’ve posted the … Read More ...
DYEABOLICAL
I recently met Rachel, the owner of Dyeabolical Yarns and Spinning Fibers. And, I quickly snatched up a hank of her beautifully hand painted cotton warp yarn in a colorway that includes lavenders, roses, and golds. Can’t wait to get … Read More ...
Easy Schmeasy For Mother’s Day
These are so pretty! You could work one or two up very quickly. I think most moms would like them. Teachers too. Get the free pattern at the link below the photo.
Here are a few other … Read More ...
A GOLDMINE OF FREE BABY PATTERNS
Have you ever heard the name Alice Fowler? I just heard of her for the first time today!
http://www.alicefowler.com/fowler/index.html
She designed many, many lovely things for baby. None of her patterns is in print at this time, but thanks tot … Read More ...
CROCHET BUTTONS FOR YOU
http://mademoisellechaos.blogspot.com/2010/03/crochet-button-deluxe.html
This crocheter makes beautiful button covers – and shows us how. Check it out! Unlike those crocheted button balls that look tired so quickly, these buttons will last longer. Choosing the right button to cover is the trick, I … Read More ...
CROCHET OF INDIA
Today at the library, I ran across this fantastic (and fantastically huge) book:
Handmade In India, A Geographical Encyclopedia of Indian Handicrafts by Aditi Ranjan and M.P. Ranjan
In addition to the thousands of other handcrafts created all over … Read More ...