From time to time, I take a break from crocheting to make something on a circle loom
. One of the few things I’ve ever won in my life was a set of the colorful plastic looms made by Provo … Read More ...
THREAD SCARF
I don’t see too many patterns for ‘thread’ scarves. Now, laceweight yarn would likely work up very much like this, but I’m intrigued with the use of thread for this scarf. It has turned out very nicely. In my mind, … Read More ...
CROCHET CLUB, JUNE, 2011
Our local crochet club had its regular meeting last week on June 15, 2011 at Hearthstone Knits in St. Louis, MO. Our club is now more than ten years old, still small, but meets regularly, gathers new members from time … Read More ...
CROCHET! A MAGAZINE REVIEW
I have in hand the latest (July, 2011) issue of Crochet! magazine. This one is filled with projects that are calling my name!
The ‘Right Angle Wrap’ is a pretty, frothy shawl, perfect for cool summer evenings.
The adorable ___ … Read More ...
SUMMER SPIDER STITCH – no spiders were harmed in the production of this garment!
Since I’ve been writing so much about crochet for summer lately, I got an email from my blogging ‘buddy’ Maria Merlino. She has designed this lovely ‘skirt’ which really would work well as a beach cover up. One thing I … Read More ...
CHARTED PICTURE AFGHANS
Are you a fan of charted crochet designs? If so, Bendy Carter has created a book that is perfect for you!
This is Bendy’s latest crochet book. She has authored quite a few before, titles which will likely be familiar … Read More ...
FREE FOR A FEW DAYS – A VINTAGE GOODIE
http://blog.bramcostpublications.com/2011/04/23/free-pattern-vintage-crochet-wrist-pincushion-pattern.aspx
This little pattern of a vintage pin cushion would make a sweet gift for Mom and would work up very quickly! Be sure to add some of the notions.
QUICK AND USEFUL!
I had to share this teeny, tiny, towel holder that you can work up in a wink. There’s even a nice tutorial. You could make up a batch of these in an evening!
http://willowwould.blogspot.com/2011/03/towel-holder-tutorial.html
Looking for more Quick Crochet? Check … Read More ...
CHRISTMAS IN FEBRUARY – PART TWO – IT’S ALL RONNIE
We don’t know what Ronnie gave away for Christmas because we think she brought it all to show us – and to give us! She is so prolific. She made herself a Zen Jacket (Doris Chan)
Ronnie also shared the … Read More ...
QUICKIE VALENTINE GIFT
Quick! These are either a) heart shaped coasters or b) angel wings or c) kitty faces?
http://www.crochetspot.com/crochet-pattern-cool-coasters-4/#more-7370
They look like both to me. But, I have an urge to work up a quick set of them to give as … Read More ...
PREEMIE BEAUTY
My oldest grand-nephew was a preemie. Before we knew about that, of course, I had begun to crochet a babyghan for the baby. His mom was quite ill during her entire pregnancy and spent most of it in the hospital. … Read More ...
NEED AN ‘EMERGENCY’ GIFT??
Every now and then, we need a gift ‘right now’ or tonight or tomorrow – and we’d like to crochet it. Well, here’s an idea that has appeared here and elsewhere, but I really like this one. Don’t forget to … Read More ...
GOODIE SCOODIE
http://www.etsy.com/listing/39198311/scoodie-easy-crochet-pattern
If you want to warm your ears and neck or those of someone else, this pattern is for you! It works up so quickly and can be easily made in a variety of sizes by simply changing the size … Read More ...
GRANNY VEST QUICKIE
I had to share this little cutie from the hands of Sara – the Creative Jewish Mom. She always has something creatively cooking at her place. This simple vest easily adapts to different sizes and would be perfect for … Read More ...
SANTA BABY!
Who knew Santa could masquerade as a toddler? Any toddler would look adorable as this guy in his Santa hat. Make one (or more) for your family as the pattern is free and works up quickly. Click here for that … Read More ...