I love these ideas for recycling splendid fibers (mostly cashmere). Why didn’t I think of this? But, I’ll be making some of these and wishing my work was as refined as this artist’s work is! I’m so jealous of this … Read More ...
GUESS WHAT I’M GONNA LEARN?
http://www.crochetville.org/forum/classes.php
Kim Guzman is teaching an online class to make this lovely scarf in tunisian short rows. It really looks like something I can actually learn from pictures and text. The class is slated to begin March 19, 2010. I’ve … Read More ...
Belts are back – Free Crochet Belt Patterns
Belts are back! Have you seen the latest fashions? Many are belted or have belts added to a layered look as an accessory. They must be fashionable because my daughter has finally asked for something crocheted – a belt! This … Read More ...
LOVE THAT BLOG!
Here are some blogs that I’ve recently viewed. So much inspiration here!!
I love the garland here – and her great color choices:
http://attic24.typepad.com/weblog/crochet/
Always on the lookout for sweet baby afghans. There’s a very lovely free pattern, the Tiramisu … Read More ...
TUNISIAN? AFGHAN STITCH? SHEPHERD KNITTING? IT’S ALL GOOD!
A while back when I began having problems with carpal tunnel syndrome, I decided to give tunisian crochet a try. I’m a slow crocher, at best, and had always found tunisian to be extremely slow for me. Somehow, something changed. … Read More ...
NEED A GIFT QUICK? SOME LAST MINUTE IDEAS!
Everyone needs to have a few stashed gifts that will work for a wide variety of ages and personalities. I try to keep a few on hand. And, we always need something last minute, don’t we? Try one of these … Read More ...
DO YOU LIKE CARON YARN??
Get some free! Here’s the offer. Good through the end of 2009. Get a skein and pop it into the stocking of that special crocheter on your gift list or crochet up a one-skein scarf. Click on the link below … 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 A PRETTY COWL – A TWIST ON THE SCARF
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 ...
FASHION ‘INSIDER’ FOR THIS FALL
I was at the mall today and was drawn to the women’s accessory department. There are oodles of pretty scarves there in all colors and fibers. There is a definite trend toward purples/burgundies for this Fall and Winter. Many of … Read More ...
WHY DIDN’T ANYONE TELL ME ABOUT THIS SITE??
http://www.freepatternsdonnascrochetdesigns.com/tassel-doll-scarf-free-crochet-pattern.html
What little girl wouldn’t love this Tassel Doll Scarf (aside from my tomboy daughter)? It’s such a creative idea! Here are some others you’ll find on this site:
How cute is this penguin? There’s a mate for this little … Read More ...
WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT CROCHET-ALONGS?
Have you ever participated in a CAL (crochet along)? Neither have I. Oh, a bunch of readers will have participated in them. I can’t really determine how I feel about them. The Mystery CAL’s seem like they might be more … Read More ...
IT CAUGHT MY EYE…
So, I’m sitting at the Crochet Club Meeting, minding my own business the other night, knowing I had to leave early to get to the airport to pick up my MIL who was flying in from India via Australia, when … 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 ...
MORE ON TUNISIAN
Once you’ve checked out the book I reviewed, Tunisian Crochet by Sharon H. Silverman, you might want to find some more information about tunisian crochet on the ‘net. Lucky you! I’ve done the research for you. There’s a lot of … Read More ...