I’ve been running across so many cowl patterns lately that it MUST be a trend. I’m not one who is usually ‘up’ on trends, especially fashion trends. But, for what it’s worth, I like using a cowl on cold, wintry … Read More ...
Book Review – The Essential Book of Crochet Techniques
There are several books in print which cover many of the techniques demonstrated in this book, published in 2006. It’s a handy size hardback with my favorite spiral binding. Why aren’t all books made like this?
Included are 127 pages … Read More ...
WIND IT UP
If you don’t have a yarn winder, you’re missing out on a great crochet tool. Pull skeins of yarn, like RH and similar brands, don’t absolutely require winding into nice little cakes, but those hanks that are twisted into a … Read More ...
PHASE INTO PHALL (er…. FALL)
The air is suddenly crisp and cool. Fall (my least favorite time of year) may well be upon us and it’s still August! Tho’ I’m not a fan of Fall as cold winter soon follows, I do like the colors … Read More ...
CROCHETED GIFTS – New From Kim Werker
Interweave Press puts out another winner! This new book by Kim Werker, an always reliable designer, has some great gift ideas with good photography and Interweave’s clear instructions. There are schematics accompanying many patterns. Wish they with all the patterns.… Read More ...
SMASHING SCARVES FOR GIFTING
Scarves make great gifts. They tend to work up quickly, don’t take too much yarn, and are a great way to experiment with new stitches and color palettes. I often feel I can splurge on a single skein of … Read More ...
TREASURE BAGS
I think that treasure bags make great gifts, quick and well suited to all ages and genders. If you pick the right pattern (free) and the right colors, you can create a nifty little project in no time. Great for … Read More ...
Post stitch belt – A Free Crochet Pattern For You
I was experimenting with post stitches the other day and came up with this cute belt pattern that my 23 year old daughter finds attractive. So, I’ve written it down to share with you. It’s easy – if you’ve mastered … Read More ...
WE FIGURED OUT WHAT WE WANT IN A BOOK…..
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/16605/16605-h/16605-h.htm
In an earlier blog entry, I asked readers to comment on what their ‘dream’ crochet book would be like. I have my own preferences, but clearly my wish list is not complete. You came up with many more useful, … Read More ...
GRANNY’S NOT SO OLD…..
I took the first of a series of ‘Advanced Crochet’ classes last night at Knit and Caboodle in St. Charles, Missouri with the lovely Christina Marie Potter as the teacher. I was one of the more ‘advanced’ students (which is … Read More ...
Crochet Uncut
Online magazines are coming our way. There are two crochet related mags online that I know about. Crochetme is the first. Now comes Crochet Uncut.
Check it out at:
http://crochetuncut.com/
There are articles and some free patterns. The idea of … Read More ...
CROCHET A SHAMROCK FOR YOURSELF
Don’t forget to wear a bit of green on March 17 – this Tuesday, St. Patrick’s Day. St. Louis, where I live, has what is reputed to be the second largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration in the world, second only … Read More ...
CROCHET FOR THE BRIDAL PARTY
One of my daughter’s best friends is getting married this June. I’m trying to come up with some ideas for small gifts for the bride and groom that I can crochet. The bride is fairly easy – a shawl or … Read More ...
CUTE LITTLE CRITTERS
http://nulandnews.blogspot.com/
Some of these little critters are so cute! They fall under the category called ‘amigurumi’. I’m not a huge fan of stuffed animals, but I find these really appealing. One good use I can think of for them is … Read More ...
NATIONAL CRAFT MONTH CONTEST
In honor of National Craft (or Crochet) Month, I’m giving away this DVD (a $19.99 value). It’s a wonderful way to learn to knit or crochet – like having a great teacher right at your elbow. It’s 3.5 hours of … Read More ...