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My Top Picks For Free Christmas Crochet Patterns

November 15, 2013 by jd wolfe

 

Holiday Plush Towel Toppers

 

Here are some great books for towel topper patterns

Looking for more Christmas themed Crochet Patterns? Check out these books

Crochet Christmas Ornaments

 Christmas Crochet Pattern Books 

And these Christmas patterns on Etsy  

From the very practical (and frugal) to … Read More ...

A Crochet Beauty

November 15, 2013 by jd wolfe

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When I read about Wendy’s adaptation of an older pattern, I was intrigued.  Then, I asked and she sent me this picture of her work.  While Wendy does not assert that this is her original design, she did adapt and … Read More ...

Totally Practical (But Pretty) Crochet

November 13, 2013 by jd wolfe

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I’ve had chairs with this type of back.  Those spindles get beat up pretty quickly, plus they are not very comfortable to lean against for more than a few minutes.  Look at how clever crocheter Jo Mo solved this problem, … Read More ...

Crochet For Your Thanksgiving Table

November 12, 2013 by jd wolfe

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Isn’t this a cute turkey?  Kara over at petalstopicots.com created it for her Thanksgiving table.  Want one for yours?  You can work it up quickly using her free pattern.  Too cute!

Looking to celebrate Thanksgiving with some more crochet … Read More ...

Crochet A Tree Of Love

November 11, 2013 by jd wolfe

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A friend (thanks, Melinda!!) sent me a link to this wonderful Christmas Tree.  Even better than the tree is the sweet story of how all the crocheted ornaments were gathered.  Please visit the site to view the tree and ornaments … Read More ...

Spiff Up Your Digs With a Crochet Stool Cover

November 9, 2013 by jd wolfe

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This pretty stool cover is simply a doily that Sara worked up to create a decorative cover for a stool.  I just love this look! Sarah offers her pattern and the additional instructions to affix the ‘doily’ to the stool … Read More ...

Making The Most Of Your Crochet

November 7, 2013 by jd wolfe

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My friend Ronnie is a very talented crocheter.  She can glimpse a pattern and almost instantly see where a mistake might crop up.  She can look at my work and find where I’ve gone wrong right away – after I’ve … Read More ...

Amazing Crochet Inspiration!

November 5, 2013 by jd wolfe

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I’ve featured this artist (Odile Gova of WoolyFabulous) before, but I have just rediscovered her!  Her work is truly amazing and wonderfully inspirational.  I don’t know how she has time to do one thing other than crochet!  I became enraptured … Read More ...

Granny Edging Tutorial

November 3, 2013 by jd wolfe

 

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Granny Squares are a perpetual favorite.  Here is a nice way to finish off those projects with a pretty edging.  It’s pretty simple

but quite effective.  Find the tutorial here.

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I also like the way Lucy finishes her colorful … Read More ...

October Crochet Giveaway Winner Is ….

November 2, 2013 by jd wolfe

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The winner of my October Three Book Giveaway is this lovely scarf, entry #7:

Designed and crocheted by me, Mary Buse Melick. Modeled by my dear daughter, Meagan.
Available in Sculpture Crochet Pattern Sets: SCK977 Shoulder Cozies.
Pattern is called:
… Read More ...

Button One Up For Baby Crochet!

November 1, 2013 by jd wolfe

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This cute sweater caught my attention and took me to the blog of its designer, Tamara Kelly.  This one is a freebie.  But, I went poking around the blog to find other crochet patterns.  I fell in love with the … Read More ...

My Round Ripple Crochet Blanket Pattern

October 30, 2013 by jd wolfe

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This is a picture of a round ripple babyghan that I recently finished.  I just love the bright colors in it.  It’s crocheted from three different variegated sock yarns.  Obviously, the skeins I used have related colors and each skein … Read More ...

Crochet Hook Clay Handle Tutorial

October 27, 2013 by jd wolfe

 

This is not a new idea, but I’m giving more thought to making my own hook handles and thought others might want to make their own also.

Jamey Elkins has this excellent tutorial on her blog to guide us through … Read More ...

Crochet Turtle Love

October 25, 2013 by jd wolfe

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I love, love, LOVE turtles.  Well, to be more specific, I love tortoises.  No idea why, but I have been in love with them, intrigued by them, and protective of them since I was a little girl.  I remember seeing … Read More ...

Crochet Birthday Scarf (and Free Pattern)

October 23, 2013 by jd wolfe

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I made this little scarf for my daughter’s birthday.  Sadly, from this picture, you cannot see its true color.  It’s a lovely dusty lavender that suits my daughter perfectly.  The yarn is a delight to work with and has a … Read More ...

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