I’ve become entranced with the ‘new’ baby cocoons. Is it really just a cap pattern that’s been elongated? Maybe I’ll try making one that way. Before that, however, I decided to see what different patterns were out there. Needing some … Read More ...
CROCHET AND…….
Once again, I’ve run across a couple of great ideas, combining crochet yarn with other crafts, fibers, etc. These could make with no pattern or with free patterns online. However, they’re all from blogs and some have instructions for making … Read More ...
HALF A HUNDRED – WINNERS ANNOUNCED!!!
There were many entries for this contest, but only two lucky winners. In a random drawing, these names were drawn:
Cathy Campion
Kelli Robinson
Congratulations to Cathy and Kelli! I’ll be emailing them privately. The rules stated that the winner(s) … Read More ...
Edie Eckermans Crochet Books
After I wrote my recent review of Edie Eckman’s latest book, “Around The Corner Crochet Borders
“, I began thinking about how much I like her crochet books. What makes this gal tick? So, I emailed her some questions … Read More ...
A GOOD IDEA FOR DECOR AND RECYCLING
Inside the June/July, 2010 issue of Crafts ‘n Things Magazine, there are several crochet patterns. Pretty, useful, but not particularly outstanding. However, on page 100, there are some ideas pictured which I wish I could show you. Instead, you’ll have … Read More ...
FOR YOUR CROCHET APPLIQUES
One of my favorite products has been hard to find. But, I just found where to purchase it! I haven’t used this website yet, so I can’t speak to their worthiness, but the fact that they carry Aleene products … Read More ...
Book Review- AROUND THE CORNER CROCHET BORDERS by Edie Eckman
I had heard some buzz about this book but wanted to check it out for myself. Fearing it couldn’t live up to its newly minted ‘hype’, I was a bit hesitant to disappoint anyone with a lackluster review. Oh, well. … Read More ...
JUNE GIVEAWAY – REDUX
- Uncommon Crochet by Julie Armstrong Holetz
- These two books are the prizes for the June CrochetGossip Giveaway. Check here for all the details:
http://crochet.craftgossip.com/half-a-hundred-pick-a-winner-please-giveaway/2010/06/01/
CROCHET WEDDING DRESS AND MUCH MORE
I just purchased this book at a library book sale. I didn’t really get to look at it before I plunked down my cash, but I know I like other Women’s Day books, so I took a chance (as I … Read More ...
JULY 4 Crochet – Rewind
http://handmadebyannabelle.blogspot.com/2010/06/make-your-own-red-white-blue-cup-cozy.html
Here are two cute and quick ideas for July 4. Of course, you can change the color and use the patterns for other occasions too!
http://handmadebyannabelle.blogspot.com/2010/06/make-your-own-red-white-and-blue.html
This is a ReWind article – to save my sanity. I’ve posted the … Read More ...
MARTHA WINGER’S ART
The first crocheter’s work that caught my eye at the recent Green with Indie craft show was that of Marti Winger. I saw that plarn from afar and made a bee line to see if there was other crochet at … Read More ...
PLARN WORLDWIDE EXTRAORDINAIRE
We’ve all seen plarn, right? The plastic bags cut into strips (plastic yarn) and crocheted into rugs and totebags. There are some good crocheters out there cutting away on their huge stash of plastic shopping bags to save the world … Read More ...
EXQUISITE ABOUT SAYS IT ALL
Exquisite is a great word! To me, if something is exquisite, it’s a treat for both the eyes and the other senses. In crochet, that means touch also. Margaret Maccio and Tuesday Bennett produce exquisite crocheted earrings and necklaces.
You … Read More ...
DYEABOLICAL
I recently met Rachel, the owner of Dyeabolical Yarns and Spinning Fibers. And, I quickly snatched up a hank of her beautifully hand painted cotton warp yarn in a colorway that includes lavenders, roses, and golds. Can’t wait to get … Read More ...
A NEW WAY TO REVIEW PRODUCTS
I ran across this video review recently. Youtube.com is great for tutorials. I thought that was what I would be viewing. Turns out, it was a review. The nifty thing is that the reviewer is shown using the product, so … Read More ...