As promised, I am giving away THREE copies of this cute new book. I have pulled these names from all those who followed the rules to enter the contest during February. Here are the winners:
Lisa in Ohio
Robin
Miranda … Read More ...
SPECIAL BOOKMARK
These cute, cute bookmarks come with a free pattern AND a nice tutorial – in English. The designer has kindly included English translation of her notes for her readers. I find these to be charming. When I was last in … Read More ...
BABYGHAN
http://stjohnsmom.blogspot.com/2010/12/new-baby-in-family.html
Isn’t this a beauty? I didn’t figure out by looking at it that it is made of granny squares! An optical illusion.
I also like the color choices. The designer doesn’t recall which yarn she used, but I think … Read More ...
SPRING DRESSY DRESS
http://whittsknits.blogspot.com/search/label/Crochet
I ran across this beautiful toddler dress and just had to share. It’s apparently a composition of two different patterns, joined into one creation by the blogger, Whitney. She gives the source for the part of the design that … Read More ...
SPRING FLOWERS – LAY DOWN YOUR LEI
Check out this simple pattern – and imagine how you’d enjoy wearing it this Spring. I think I need to make one to go with every crochet sweater, vest, tank top, etc. Also, a great way to use up that … Read More ...
MORE AMI
February 3, 2011 in our calendar marked the Chinese New Year. Following our Ami Ami theme this month is this charming Chinese inspired ami. It’s unique, attractive, and comes complete with pictures and instructions.
http://allaboutami.tumblr.com/post/3070165898
So many crochet artists are … Read More ...
Crochet Bike Handle Streamers
It’s cold and icy outside. Spring seems so far away. Then, I see something like this simple idea and I am renewed! Spring will make an appearance. The snow and ice will melt away, the sun will shine, and the … Read More ...
FUTURE YARN
http://www.nanowerk.com/spotlight/spotid=14731.php
This may not be the kind of yarn you were planning to crochet a sweater with in the near future, but it’s what scientists are doing with carbon molecules to create a fiber stronger than steel! Further, unlike carbon … Read More ...
WHEN WINTER IS TOO MUCH WITH US – and other inspirations
Is winter too much with you ? It is with me. So, when I saw this I knew I had to share it.
Or, maybe you want to brighten your day by crocheting a field of flowers like this:
In … Read More ...
A PORTABLE TAIL ?
I saw this little bag and immediately thought of how handy it would be to carry a ball of thread around while crocheting. I’ve seen a similar idea in a vintage pattern, but Maria Merlino has updated it and created … Read More ...
FOR YOUR VALENTINE??
I had to pass along this free pattern! It’s not suitable for my curvy shape, but would be very attractive on the ‘right’ woman.
http://blog.bramcostpublications.com/2011/02/12/free-pattern-vintage-crochet-brassiere-pattern.aspx
Maybe, ‘back in the day’ when this vintage design was created, more women were less … Read More ...
SEEKING INPUT – or – tell me what you know, please!
I’m seeking information about this program from those crocheters who have used it:
http://www.greatknitdesigns.com/
What I’d be most likely to use the program for would be sweaters. Here’s the layout they use:
Since I’m mathematically challenged, I believe this program … Read More ...
Hello My Name is Amineko: the Story of a Crafty Crochet Cat by Nekoyama
I was at the mall this evening waiting for my car to be repaired. I strolled over to Border’s Book Store and found the Crochet books, grabbed a bundle of them, found a chair, and began to browse through them. … Read More ...
WONDER BRA??
Did you ever wonder what to do with those pesky wires that poke out from the edges of those push-up bras? Well, I’ve never worn a push-up, but for years, I did wear an underwire. Finally, I let nature and … Read More ...
TOO CUTE TO MISS – VALENTINE BABIES
These are just the sweetest little things. Who wouldn’t want to receive one or more of them? (I want them!! And, I don’t even like dolls!). Just had to share!
http://crafty-anna.blogspot.com/2011/01/free-crochet-pattern-heart-shaped-baby.html
While you’re visiting Anna’s blog, you might want to … Read More ...