
The Crochet Punk I’m writing about is Steampunk. Are you familiar with it? It’s a pretty cool fashion and craft phenomenon. I have been attracted to the ‘look’ for some time but had not seen crochet patterns that reflected this … Read More ...
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by jd wolfe

The Crochet Punk I’m writing about is Steampunk. Are you familiar with it? It’s a pretty cool fashion and craft phenomenon. I have been attracted to the ‘look’ for some time but had not seen crochet patterns that reflected this … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Now that you have given away your many wonderful crocheted projects, how do you feel about your gifts? Are they still yours? Do they now belong completely to the recipient to do with as s/he pleases? Do your feelings get … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
I feel compelled to give a shout out to a fairly new crocheter who seems fearless in attempting new projects and even better at making the adaptations she finds suitable. I certainly admire beautiful crochet work done by anyone. But, … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Bracelets are hot, hot, hot right now! I wear my bangles every day and often add one or more additional bracelets to match an outfit. I love bracelets. So, it makes sense for me to combine my love of crochet … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Craftybegonia scores again! I’ve featured many of her designs on this blog. But this little snuggly ‘funmigurumi’ Wallace The Dog needs mee to make him. I think he’s totally adorable. As usual, she’s given us the pattern for free. … Read More ...
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The holiday season is the perfect time to bring out your crochet hooks and create something truly magical. Whether you’re making festive decorations, handmade gifts, or cozy winter accessories, there’s nothing … Read More ...
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Now that you’ve crocheted all those cute tiny trees I’ve been showing you, you might need a quick, simple pattern to add some embellishments. What about these? Tiny red ornaments and a teeny golden star for the top … Read More ...
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Well, I guess you could wait til Valentine Day to make this so it wouldn’t be ‘last minute’ by I’d like to slip it into a special Christmas card or hang it on a tree. How about offering it as … Read More ...
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It has been so cold in my area recently that I’ve picked up my crochet hook and yarn to make several things to layer up for warmth. Leggings or Leg Warmers are a quick project anyone can work up in … Read More ...
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So, here’s my story. I made a babyghan for my grand niece who was born almost 2 years ago. According to her parents, my babyghan is Lilly’s favorite and she won’t be without it. That’s flattering and makes me happy. … Read More ...
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More cute crochet trees for you. These things just keep coming my way and I love to share them with my readers. Again, these work up so quickly that there’s no excuse for not making a bundle of them. Since … Read More ...
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Everyone needs some small gifts in a stash. Everyone needs to work up ‘just one more gift’ before the Big Eve arrives. Everyone loves to crochet smaller projects that work up quickly, make use of partial skeins, and bring cheer … Read More ...
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Who’da thunk that these pretty cloths started life as cotton tee shirts? Cyndee over at restyledjunk.com shows how to take your own old tee shirts, cut them into ‘tarn’ (tee shirt yarn), and crochet up these chunky, thirsty dishcloths … Read More ...
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Candy calls her latest free pattern Birds of a Feather. I can actually see those geese flying south. It’s so cold here that I wish I were flying south – or already there! But, I think this would be … Read More ...
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How adorable is this little elf from Loopsan? I think he needs to come live in my house! You can work one up quickly with the free pattern you can get here. This one is named Elfus. I like … Read More ...