Crochet

Patterns, projects and techniques

A PRETTY GARLAND

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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

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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 ...

CHARTED PICTURE AFGHANS

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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

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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?

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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

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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
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SAMPLE-A-STITCH

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I love sampling new stitch patterns, but I want ‘instant’ gratification.  One way to attain that is to use the new stitch or motif to create a scarf.  That way, I’m not tied into a huge project like an afghan … Read More ...

FLAPPER HAT

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When I saw this cap, I fell in love with it!

This is one of seven crochet patterns offered at the etsy.com shop of maybematilda.  She also sells many completed crochet items for very reasonable prices.  This hat just really … Read More ...

FREE FOR A FEW DAYS – A VINTAGE GOODIE

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http://blog.bramcostpublications.com/2011/04/23/free-pattern-vintage-crochet-wrist-pincushion-pattern.aspx

This little pattern of a vintage pin cushion would make a sweet gift for Mom and would work up very quickly!  Be sure to add some of the notions.

ONE FOR MOM (or yourself)

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Do you know that I love felting?  Well, I do.  There is something about the entire process of turning wool yarn into a piece of fabric that needs no hemming, won’t fray, can be cut and sewn (or glued) into … Read More ...

A SHAMELESS THEFT (of an idea)

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Have you heard of  ‘pay it forward’ or ‘random acts of kindness’?  The idea is that you’ll pass along a good deed or a small gift (like a paperback book) anonymously by placing it in a public place to be … Read More ...

FOR A SWEET LITTLE GIRL

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How totally sweet would this be for a little girl? Perfect with an Easter dress (who needs a bonnet?!) or any outfit. I also think these would be cute for pompon girls or cheerleaders in school colors.

The free pattern … Read More ...