Here’s another site that will give you lots of instructions and ideas for recycling simple things.
How about those pull tabs from canned sodas and beers? If you don’t have a supply at home, ask for them from friends or … Read More ...
SOME GREAT RECYCLING IDEAS – AND MORE!
This is one of my favorite crochet blogs:
http://krio-linha.blogspot.com/
Tania Romualdo is a very prolific crochet artist – and she comes up with some fantastic small (and sometimes large) projects to recycle simple, everyday objects we might find around our … Read More ...
FREE PATTERN FREE-FOR-ALL
Did you see the latest announcement from LionBrand.com that all their patterns, and there are thousands, are now FREE?
http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/80243AD.html
This is a boon to us – and a GREAT way for a company to sell a lot of yarn. … Read More ...
DE-STASHING CONTEST WINNER!
Although there were not that many entries into this contest, there were some really lovely Christmas doilies entered.
The winner SHOULD be the doily at:
http://www.karensvariety.com/CHRISTMAS/FreePatterns/Doily.htm
It’s a real beauty! I write SHOULD BE THE WINNER because so many of … Read More ...
CROCHET FOR FALL
Fall isn’t really my favorite time of year, but I do love the colors and Fall decorations. I’ve scouted out some ideas for us to crochet. This first is a place mat that even a rank beginner could make. Color … Read More ...
MORE CROCHET BEAUTIES
While searching for crocheted wreaths, I’ve run across some other crochet beauties. Gotta share these.
First is a fantastic crocheted ring from this blog – the crocheted one on the right:
http://www.modishblog.com/modish/2007/11/
Plus, this set of wreaths is to be … Read More ...
Crochet A Wreath
I had this idea to find a great crocheted wreath for my front door. Wreaths and swags are things that I enjoy crafting with a lot of recycled/upcycled components. I usually start with a wreath from a thrift store from … Read More ...
OMG! I’M SWIMMING IN YARN……
I’ve just learned that my beloved mother in law is coming to stay for several months. Have to make room for her. Seriously. What to do with all the yarn/books/hooks/magazines/print outs/etc in the ‘yarn room’ that will be her bedroom? … Read More ...
CROCHETED GIFTS – New From Kim Werker
Interweave Press puts out another winner! This new book by Kim Werker, an always reliable designer, has some great gift ideas with good photography and Interweave’s clear instructions. There are schematics accompanying many patterns. Wish they with all the patterns.… Read More ...
SMASHING SCARVES FOR GIFTING
Scarves make great gifts. They tend to work up quickly, don’t take too much yarn, and are a great way to experiment with new stitches and color palettes. I often feel I can splurge on a single skein of luxurious … Read More ...
TREASURE BAGS
I think that treasure bags make great gifts, quick and well suited to all ages and genders. If you pick the right pattern (free) and the right colors, you can create a nifty little project in no time. Great for … Read More ...
OMEGA YARN AT THE MEXICAN MARKET!!!
After my walk today, I remembered that my husband needed a can of jalapeno peppers, so I stopped at a tiny Mexican market that was on my way home, Maye’s Market at 15270 Manchester Road in Ballwin, MO. WOW! This … Read More ...
CROCHET PAIN
Sadly, annoyingly, this topic has been on my mind lately. I’ve started wearing a splint at night for sleep and it’s helping. I DO NOT want to get into advice giving here. A crochet blog is not the place for … Read More ...
DE-STASHING CONTEST
I’ve found another batch of books from my stash that I want to GIVE AWAY. Hot Diggity! Another contest is born.
This is Annie’s Pattern Club #43. In this batch, there are 5 other Annie’s Pattern Club books and a … Read More ...
MORE UP-CYCLING
Remember how to make Plarn? Here’s the tutorial:
How to make Plarn .
You can also purchase plarn ready made here via Etsy.
This clothespin bag is made from ‘plarn’ :
http://tipnut.com/crochet-a-recycled-clothes-pin-bag-free-pattern/
I can think of plenty of other ideas … Read More ...