My dear friend Laurie showed me her home renovations on a recent evening. The house she grew up in is now hers alone since her father passed away last year. She set about to update many areas, redecorate, and focus … Read More ...
Crochet A Scarf Or Two
Scarves are all the fashion rage right now! I see them everywhere. Lovely chiffon, gorgeous silks, brocades, florals, hand painted, you name it, it’s at the mall on mannequins and on people passing by.
Leena has crocheted the delicate edging … Read More ...
Crochet A Sure Sign Of Spring
It’s a sure sign of Spring when I see lots of new flower patterns. This one is so cute! I love the little lady bug chilling on that bright flower. Wouldn’t this make a pretty brooch? Of course you could … Read More ...
Turtle Crochet
This cute little turtle holds a special secret. It’s a box! Remove his shell and you have s pretty well hidden box to hold a small treasure. It’s easy to make and would make a cute gift for all ages, … Read More ...
Crochet Christening Gown – Special Baby Treat
This site is full of lovely patterns for baby! This Christening Gown is one of the least complicated yet prettiest ones I’ve seen – and the price is quite reasonable.
At justcrochet.com, Heather offers everything you’ll need for … Read More ...
Mommy And Me Crocheted Hats – Book Review
This adorable book by Kristi Simpson is full of yummy caps designed for Mommy and Child to wear together (and a few for Dad too!). These designs are fresh and stylish and will appeal to all ages.
Rustic Modern Crochet
I had the opportunity to take my preview copy of this book to my local crochet club to show it off. There was a huge tug-of-war over the book based solely on the cover photo. Then, as each member got … Read More ...
Cherry Crochet For Spring
If you’re looking for a very special project to make for Spring, this may well be it. It looks like a true labor of love to me. I’m into pinks, so I love the colorway. If you’ve ever seen cherry … Read More ...
Heavy Duty Crochet Cowl
I’m a serious walker. You can see my other blog to learn more about that. In the St. Louis area, it’s often to cold and blustery to walk outside without protecting my throat from all that cold air. The … Read More ...
Crochet This Beautiful Dress
I just discovered this site today! It’s a part of Coats&Clark that I’ve never seen before. There are a few free crochet patterns on the site, including this beautiful dress. You must register with the site to download the … Read More ...
Super Quick Easter Cute Crochet
This too cute quickie is something you can still make for the kiddies to enjoy on Easter. Kara has the pattern for us (see below). However, bean bag tosses are popular with all ages all the time, so don’t limit … Read More ...
Mollie Makes Weddings (And Crochet!)
If you’re a fan of the Mollie Makes books
, you’ll want to scoop up a copy of Mollie Makes Weddings. These are such sweet books. This one has lots of ideas that could be interpreted in crochet but also … Read More ...
Crochet Your Springtime Table
That’s a bowl – a crocheted bowl – perfect for decorating your Springtime decor. Other than doilies, how can we use our crochet talents to change our decor for the brightness and freshness of Spring? Here are a few ideas.… Read More ...
Crochet Shamrock Barefoot Sandals
It’s hard to believe about now, but Summer IS coming! For those carefree days at the pool, at the beach, or just in your own back yard, Summer is the time to barefoot it – to wiggle those toes in … Read More ...
Quick And Warm 6 hour Crochet Afghan
When I first saw this lovely afghan that Allison indicates she crocheted in under six hours, I was skeptical. It’s so pretty, both in color and in the choice of stitch pattern, that I could not understand how it could … Read More ...