This is an idea that’s new to me! Have you heard of felted soap? It sounds like the perfect marriage of yarn and practicality. The resulting bar of soap is both pretty and useful, quick and easy to … Read More ...
For Those Dreary Days….
Fall in these parts is often gray and dreary, rainy and miserable. I’m not a fan. But, when I saw this scarf, I thought, ‘Here’s the cure for a dreary day!” Caitlin has created this delightful pattern and … Read More ...
Crochet Fun! Free Patterns
I found a site you’re gonna love! Many free crochet patterns at Makezine.com – from pretty to profane. This first one, the Panda Doily, caught my attention immediately. Cute and fairly easy to make.
I love beads, so … Read More ...
Do You Have Long-Legged Friends?
If you don’t have any of these furry sweeties before you see this book, you’ll definitely need them once you see them! These are some of the most adorable stuffed animals I’ve ever seen! Hisako and Shizue Obawa, mother and … Read More ...
Fall Crochet!
Sher has done it again! She has created a totally cool Fall wreath – and has written and photographed a detailed pattern with tutorial so we can each make one (or more) for ourselves. I think I might add … Read More ...
Cutest Pumpkins Ever!
Want to whip up some Fall/Halloween decor? These little ami pumpkins have so much personality! I just love them. I think they’re the cutest pumpkins ever! Thanks to Mohu, we can get the pattern free on her blog… Read More ...
Book Review – Crochet Boutique
If you’re looking for a collection of easy to crochet hats and scarves, this book could be just what you’re looking for. Popular Etsy.com seller, Rachael Oglesby, has gathered 30 of her designs in this book. Chunky scarves and hats … Read More ...
If You Liked Those Earrings…….
Then you’ll love this nifty bracelet from the same crafty crocheter. This must be the simplest crochet project ever! You’ll have one worked up in no time. If you don’t have an old bracelet to crochet over, try some … Read More ...
Beautiful Beret
There’s no pattern for you to follow on the blog where I found this beauty, but I wanted to share the idea. Lily has some good pictures to offer and describes how she made the beret and flowers. You could … Read More ...
Mandala Wandering
This has been a beautiful adventure. Come along with me to see all the eye candy along the way.
First, Kara over at www.petalstopicots.com emailed me to show me the stunning Overlay Mandala she has recently completed. Her work is … Read More ...
Simple New Square For You
Anastacia has designed a new square that I think is very attractive. This would work up to a very pretty shawl, throw, or babyghan, depending on the color(s) you choose to work with. A checkerboard design would be especially … Read More ...
Easy Crochet Granny Doily
Here’s another very quick and attractive idea that doesn’t require a pattern or tutorial. Using Hindustanka’s pictures, you can make one of these for yourself. I’d like to see a set of three of them framed and hung on … Read More ...
Book Review – Learn Bruges Lace
If you’re a bit like me, you’ve admired Bruges Lace from afar, assured that the technique was too advanced for you. Not so! This new book by Ellen Gormley really breaks down the stitch pattern into ‘bite-sized pieces’, using basic … Read More ...
Knots Of Love
Have you heard of this wonderful charity Knots of Love? Most of us can whip up a cap or two in an evening. So many caps are needed – caps for kids, for women, for men – who have … Read More ...
Simple Crochet Book Giveaway Winner Is……
Dennis from zipcode 41001 is the winner of the Back To School Giveaway! Congratulations to Dennis. We’ve not had a male winner before (making an assumption here that Dennis is a guy).
Dennis, please email me with your full … Read More ...