I’m not usually a fan of the term ‘pimp’ when applied to crafting, but it was the first thing that came to mind when I saw these cute little towel toppers. I have a huge collection of costume jewelry … Read More ...
December Crochet – It’s Not All About Gifting!
December is full of special online events for crocheters. Here are two that I thought might interest you.
First, there is a blog-hopping book release – and it’ looks like a really good book. I’ve seen pictures of all the … Read More ...
A Purse For You, And One For You, And …
We all like purses, especially those ‘tweens who are defining who they are and developing their own style. Some have more fashion sense than others. Since most of us enjoy crocheting things for the young ones in our lives, I’ve … Read More ...
Organized And Colorful Crochet
Carmen Rosemann is one creative and well organized crocheter! Her work is elegant in its simplicity yet appealing, enticing me to want to pull out hooks and yarn immdiately to work up some of her lovely designs. Don’t be put … Read More ...
Crochet Baby Cuddly
I can’t help myself! I so want to make this in pure white for a Christmas baby so s/he would look like a snow ball!! How cute would that be? The one on the right is the one that really … Read More ...
Gotta Get A Billie Box!
I bet you haven’t heard of a Billie Box. I got to see one in person last week. It’s awesome! You gotta get yourself one – or more of them. The one above has a single ‘port’ or grommet … Read More ...
Lady Bug Fly To Me – And Add A Stocking Cap Too!
Who doesn’t like ladybugs? At least the yarn variety. This sweet baby has been dressed by Craftfoxes and their free pattern is available for you here . This is sized for a newborn, but you can probably figure out how … Read More ...
Last Minute Chanukkah
Little Gelt (gold or goodie) Bags like this are traditional for Chanukkah. This pattern is free and very quick and easy. The pattern would work fine for other occasions too. Young children love to have small ‘treasure’ bags to stash … Read More ...
Making This One Today!
As many of you know, in addition to being a dedicated crocheter, I’m a dedicated walker. It was SOOOOO cold and windy outside this evening for my walk, that I cut it short. I’ve got the yarn for this, so … Read More ...
November Crochet Club Goodies
I wanted to share some of the wonderful show’n tell from the November meeting of the St. Louis Crochet Club. Bet you’ll be jealous you don’t have this wonderful group of crocheters to meet with in your area. Wait! You … Read More ...
A Gift For Me!
A friend recently gave me this book. She doesn’t crochet (or knit) and has little knowledge of other needlearts, but she’s quite good at choosing books! This one is a keeper. It’s small enough to tuck in a … Read More ...
Some Of My Favorite Crochet Things – For Gifting and For Keeping!
This is a list of some of my favorite things – that you can make or buy from the crafters who have made them. No, I’m not Oprah, so my Favorite Things don’t cost much!
If you’re like me and … Read More ...
Win A Beamer
I’m not offering this Giveaway on my blog, but wanted to let my readers know about it. Despite the press (ahem..), this will work nicely for crocheters as well as for any other needle artist. Check out the details … Read More ...
Can you crochet at a quilt shop?
Yes! If that quilt shop is Country Home Quilters in the tiny burg of Leadington, Missouri. Leadington is near Farmington, about 40 minutes south of St. Louis. It’s a hidden treasure that I would not have known about except for … Read More ...
Scrap Crochet!
I love scrap crochet projects! How did I miss this publication that was published for Spring, 2012? I’m glad I finally got my hands on it. It’s worth the list price ($9.99) just for the afghans and scarves, but there … Read More ...