For the beginning crocheter who knows only how to hold a crochet hook and chain a few, this is a cute, simple project that will please anyone from a child to adult.
Pick your three favorite colors of yarn, … Read More ...
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by jd wolfe
For the beginning crocheter who knows only how to hold a crochet hook and chain a few, this is a cute, simple project that will please anyone from a child to adult.
Pick your three favorite colors of yarn, … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
I’ll call this one Baby Toes since the edging I created reminds me of sweet baby’s toes peeking out from under the blanket. This afghan was inspired by the stitch pattern found on SusanB’s site here. I thought it … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Aside from sweaters, caps, booties, and afghans, what can we crochet that’s special for baby? What about this imaginative and easy to make mobile?
Laura has taken a simple hackey sack pattern, coupled it with a tiny basket pattern, and … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
I fell in love with these delicate Granny Circle Place Mats the moment I saw them. But, of course, I had to think of something else to make with this pattern since I already have four sets of ‘dressy’ place … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
Do you know a guy who typically wears bow ties? Christopher Kimball from Cook’s Illustrated. The late Senator Paul Simon from Illinois. Any guy in a tux…… No one in my life wears a bow tie, but I really do … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
by jd wolfe
Can you tell I’m not a photographer? I’ve had numerous requests for this pattern, so I will try to comply. This is a cap custom made for my husband’s smallish and very bald head. I’ve crocheted him several caps before … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
I love the soft look of this Chevron Scarf and think it will be soft and warm for the cold St. Louis winters. It will also work up quickly. Elise has a free pattern and tutorial for us so we … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
I’ve seen necklaces like this before but have never seen instructions for creating one for myself. I think this would be perfect for a special touch for Spring. It would also be especially lovely to match a shawl or cap. … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
This entry by Lorna chosen at random from all those qualified entries that included both the proper link AND the zip code.
Here it is!
http://attic24.typepad.com/weblog/2010/12/crochet-christmas-decorations.html
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A huge thank you to all who entered to help me find the … Read More ...
by jd wolfe
I don’t have a little one to make this cute monster cap for, but I bet a lot of my readers do! Isn’t it scary-cute? Anne Granger offers her pattern and tutorial on her blog so you can make one … Read More ...
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 ...