Since I’ve been writing so much about crochet for summer lately, I got an email from my blogging ‘buddy’ Maria Merlino. She has designed this lovely ‘skirt’ which really would work well as a beach cover up. One thing I … Read More ...
CROCHET MONOGRAMS
I’ve written about monograms in crochet before. You can read all about that here . This time, I’ve come upon an even easier – or more accessible as I like to state it when I don’t want to feel like … Read More ...
FRUGAL YARN BRA – Or When Is A Potato Handy For Crochet?
Do you like these?
They are handy for containing balls of yarn that have been wound from hanks. They keep the little yarn ‘muffins’ from losing their shape and running all over the floor while you’re crocheting. But, inexpensive tho’ … Read More ...
MONKEY, MONKEY
Should you have a little ‘monkey’ at your house, I feel absolutely sure that s/he would love to have this hat. If it’s safe for you, add some button eyes to add to its charm. I feel sure that some … Read More ...
ST LOUIS CROCHET CLUB APRIL, 2011
Here’s a late report of the show n’ tell at the last meeting of the St. Louis Crochet Club. We are a diverse group and we welcome knitters, weavers, and those who do other sorts of needle arts in addition … Read More ...
MORE SUMMER FUN
Here’s another fairly simple idea for summer crochet.
http://crochetncrafts.com/summerwrapandkerchief.html
I like the idea of having a little wrap readily available if the A/C or a windy evening leave me with a chill. This would fold up easily and stash in … Read More ...
SMALL BIT OF SUMMER FUN
http://maebellecreations.blogspot.com/2011/05/otter-pop-holder-and-pattern-crochet.html
I bet you wish YOU had thought of this! I know I wish I had. So simple, easy – and useful! Make a batch. Give them to the neighbor kids. Pass them out at the baseball game. Send a … Read More ...
A PRETTY GARLAND
I love, love, love this simple garland that Sara has crocheted! It would be very sweet to hang above a crib when crocheted in colors themed for baby. It would also look great as a swag above a door in … Read More ...
SPRING SNUGGLE
Isn’t this a pretty little cardigan to put on your toddler for chilly Spring days then snuggle her in your arms?
To create this sweater, Anneliese revised and upsized an existing pattern which she credits on her blog. She … Read More ...
APRIL SHOWERS – MAY FLOWERS
http://easymakesmehappy.blogspot.com/2010/05/materials-yarn-in-any-weight-and-color.html
It has certainly been a rainy Spring in my area! Seeing this bright, cheerful crocheted flowers brings sunshine to my day. Here are a few very simple patterns for making your own bright Spring bouquet, broach, or applique.
GIVEAWAY WINNER FOR APRIL, 2011 – Creativity Abounds!
- This is just one of the creative (or zany) items I pictured in the article announcing the April Giveaway. Your job was to come up with a creative idea for crochet. There were lots of enticing entries. But, Julie’s idea
CHARTED PICTURE AFGHANS
Are you a fan of charted crochet designs? If so, Bendy Carter has created a book that is perfect for you!
This is Bendy’s latest crochet book. She has authored quite a few before, titles which will likely be familiar … Read More ...
IRISH CROCHET
Annie’s Attic is the latest entry into the field of Irish Crochet. This small, attractive book contains some really lovely patterns, familiar to those who are fans of the very traditional Irish Crochet.
How is Irish Crochet different from other … Read More ...
QUEEN OF SCARVES?
I found this nifty little blog when I was looking for help with the pattern for the Queen Anne’s Lace Scarf.
I was very happy with the tutorial for this scarf, so I began to surf through the rest of … Read More ...
SHAMELESSLY SHARING SMILES
- http://anestforallseasons.blogspot.com/2011/03/jar-project.html
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- So many people have responded positively to the little idea I passed along in this article, that I thought I’d share a similar idea that’s almost free. The relationship to crochet is minimal. The relationship to the