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Easter Wreath Pattern – Too Old Fashioned?

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I am torn by this free pattern, I think it’s a little too reminiscent of something Grandma would have made and whilst I love Grandma I think that these type of projects set Crochet back by many years when it comes to outsiders looking in (non crocheters). What do you think? Should we care ? Should we be trying to make Crochet hip and cool or just get on with our WIP’s and forget about all the haters?

Easter Egg Wreath Pattern

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Comments

  1. I think it’s kind of sweet! But, maybe I’d use a little less white, and not have as many eggs on it. I might make the outside wreath, and then hang a few eggs from the center, and then have eggs only along the bottom portion. Also, it could be popped up with some brighter colors. It could look really cute if the wreath was in a grass green!

  2. Thanks for sharing the pattern, would have liked it better without the dialogue about whether or not it’s too Grandma-like. It makes me feel like u don’t want us Grandmas reading your “hip” site, and that’s not cool.

  3. You know, of all the “revived” crafts, the one I really can’t get into is crochet. This is a perfect example of why.

  4. I think some bold stripes and bright colors would help modernize that pattern. Show those haters where it’s at!

  6. Just a thought, it does not take much to customize the pattern the way we want it, so colors are completely up to the crafter! 🙂 What this reminds me of is some of the projects my mother made to give as gifts to all the “elders” in our family. She has done angle tree toppers, Christmas wreathes, Pringles covers that looks like candles, christening dresses (still used today by the younger generations) as well as teddy bears that were made for myself and my siblings and cousins. I say more power to the grandmas out there as their influence is what got me to pick up crocheting as an adult some 18 years ago! <3

  7. Wow. Those snarky comments about being too ‘Grandma-like’ really cut to the quick. It was my precious Grandmother and my beloved Great Aunt who taught me to knit and crochet, and so many of their patterns adorn my home today. Set crochet BACK? Double-WOW. You’re entitled to your opinion, but I think you’re not only dead wrong about that, I think it’s patterns like Grandma’s that showcase the charm of yarncraft. There’s plenty of room for Nostalgia, Hipster and Retro styles (and any others I’ve failed to mention.

  8. This makes me not want to follow any more – it’s awfully narrow-minded. Beauty should be in the eye of the beholder, young or old, new or retro, whatever. We each have our own taste and should not be guided by the thoughts of others…too many lemmings out there…(sigh)

  9. The question should be “Do I like it?” I thought the comment was pretty condescending. What’s your definition of Grandma? Perhaps you will be one someday and you will wonder why anyone “labels” you.Last time for your site!

  10. I sure don’t want to get embroiled in an age related feud. I do think young people sometimes turn up their noses at older crafts but I don’t see how making something and having fun doing it can be a bad thing…no matter what a person’s age. As with many crafts, each person could alter it in their own fashion. “Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder”. Sad that talented people and “ancient” crafts have to be “:put down” because someone thinks it isn’t cool. To add further, I have noticed that many “so-called patterns” and “so-called recipes” are not really a pattern or recipe. They are ready made parts that people put together and call it a pattern or recipe. For instance, how can a box of brownie mix, a jar of caramel sauce and a jar of marshmallow creme really be called a recipe?

  11. Shellie, I see you caught the attention of a few other grandmas with the way you phrased your invitation for dialogue. I can’t say this pattern suits my taste, exactly–but perhaps it wouldn’t have rubbed people the wrong way if posed as a challenge instead of a criticism of grandmas, from whom many of us first learned to crochet. I may not crochet the same way she did but I surely try to respect what she did in her time. The eggs are cute, and would be fun in any color, including the pastels so traditional to Easter crafts to this day. I would probably do the wreath in a bright spring green though, with a few bright eggs to usher in springtime. Thanks to the aptly named Yarnspiration site for giving us inspiration for a springtime wreath. Time to get into my yarn stash & see how I do with this challenge.

  13. I’m surely grateful for all the yarn choices I have that my grandma didn’t have! I will send a pic when I make my wreath.

  14. i have been crocheting since i was a little kid. my grandma taught me years ago. young people like to craft too. you don’t have to be a grandma to find a hobby

Have you read?

Crocheting Christmas Gifts? Make This Supply Checklist Before You Buy More Yarn

I have never met a crocheter who needed much encouragement to buy yarn. The trouble starts when the yarn arrives and the project also needs a smaller hook, stuffing, buttons, a tapestry needle and a shade of green that looks nothing like the one on the screen.

If you are crocheting Christmas gifts this year, a little planning before you shop can save several stops and starts. Pick your projects, check the patterns properly and make one supply list for the whole gift pile. You can still enjoy choosing beautiful yarn. You will simply know what it is for.

This checklist is especially useful if you are making several small gifts, such as ornaments, mug cozies or stocking fillers. If you order supplies online, Amazon Prime may be convenient for eligible items. Check the price, contents and delivery estimate for your address before ordering, rather than assuming every item in your cart will arrive together.

1. Choose projects that fit the time you have

Start by writing down the recipients and a realistic project for each one. A pair of elaborate amigurumi toys may be a joy in September and a rather different proposition in December.

Small pieces are easier to fit around everything else Christmas brings. Our free crochet Santa spiral ornament can be used as a tree decoration or gift topper. If you want more tiny festive projects, CraftBits has a crochet peppermint candy pattern to consider.

Read the entire pattern before adding supplies to your cart. Check the stated skill level, finished size and any assembly or finishing steps. A project that looks quick in the photo may have several pieces to sew together.

2. List the yarn by weight, fibre and amount

For each pattern, note the yarn weight, suggested fibre, colour and required yardage or metres. If you substitute yarn, compare more than the colour. A bulky chenille will produce a very different result from smooth cotton, even if both are labelled “cream.”

When buying crochet yarn on Amazon, check the amount in each skein and calculate how many you need. Leave a little allowance for gauge differences and joining pieces. If the finished size matters, make a gauge swatch with the yarn and hook you intend to use.

If pattern abbreviations or supply details are confusing, our guide to reading crochet patterns explains what to look for before starting.

3. Check every hook size before buying another set

Write the hook size beside each project on your list. Look through the hooks you already own before buying a new set just for one missing size. If you crochet often, a comfortable hook in your most-used sizes can be a better purchase than a large assortment you rarely touch.

For amigurumi, the hook listed in the pattern helps produce a firm fabric that holds the stuffing inside. Changing yarn or hook size can change the finished dimensions and the amount of yarn you use.

4. Add the finishing supplies people forget

This is the part of the list that saves me the most frustration. Depending on your projects, you may need:

  • Tapestry needles for weaving in ends and sewing pieces together
  • Stitch markers
  • Stuffing
  • Buttons or embroidery floss for details
  • Ornament hanging loops
  • Labels, tissue paper or small gift boxes

Check whether a kit includes these items before buying them twice. If you are making toys for a baby or very young child, avoid detachable small parts and follow appropriate toy-safety guidance; embroidered features are often a better choice than plastic eyes.

5. Work out the cost per finished gift

If you are making the same ornament for several people, buying the main yarn colours and ornament hanging supplies in suitable quantities may simplify the job. First calculate how many complete gifts the supplies will make. A big multipack only helps your budget if you will use it.

Include stuffing, finishing pieces and packaging in the total. Scraps from your existing stash may cover some colour changes, so shop your yarn basket before adding another six-pack of red.

6. Give yourself a finishing deadline

Aim to finish crocheting a few days before the gifts need to be wrapped. That leaves time to sew on the last detail, weave in the ends, wash or block pieces where appropriate and package them nicely. I know weaving in ends feels like a task for Future Me, but Future Me is usually busy wrapping presents.

If you decide to use Prime for your crochet supply shopping, check the current membership terms and the delivery date shown for each eligible item at checkout. Then put the parcel aside, make a cup of tea and enjoy the reason you bought it all: giving someone a gift made by your own hands.