Some of Jimbo’s hooks
You may have read my previous articles reviewing various hooks. Well, I’ve found another hook maker worthy of attention. Not only are his hooks wonderfully finished, he makes them to build his family home and to … Read More ...
FOR LOVERS OF VINTAGE CROCHET
Here’s an example of a book available at this vintage crochet site. There are so many wonderful antique crochet books available there. Nothing for free that I could find, but well worth a browse.
http://www.heirloomcrochet.com/hcduff.html
Here’s a wikipedia.org article about … Read More ...
BOOK GIVEAWAY WINNER!!
I promised to announce the winner of the book giveaway (Lacy Crochet) on December 16. The date almost got away from me! Not only did I drive my daughter to work in our icy weather today, I also had to … Read More ...
NEW IDEAS IN CROCHET? A FEW IDEAS……
http://www.grittyknits.com/ViewPost911.aspx
Renew a favorite pair of scuffed up shoes using the clever ideas in the link above.
http://www.grittyknits.com/ViewEntry_broomsticklace.aspx
GET YOUR BROOMSTICKS OUT! Why not try a new technique? Better use a large knitting needle than an actual broomstick. I always … Read More ...
Freeform Steps Outside the Pattern Book Box
Find a box and step right into it. Take your hook and yarn with you. Sit down and follow all the rules. When you get tired of following all those rules, make a few of your own. Then, you are … Read More ...
Why DO we crochet?
Why do we crochet? Why don’t we stand on our heads or play mah jongg instead? Well, I can’t stand on my head and I never learned to play mah jongg – and i think you need some people to … Read More ...
YOU CAN MAKE THIS!!
You can make this – but WILL you? It’s kinda cute, but I might have to have a lot of extra time on my hands to take the time to crochet this:
http://www.youcanmakethis.com/info/free/FreeSmores3DCrochetScarfpattern.htm
There are a lot of cute patterns … Read More ...
ANOTHER BOOK GIVEAWAY!
Back in July, 2008, I wrote a less than glowing review of this book. Since then, I’ve acquired another copy – shiny and new. So, I’m gonna give it away.
The book is quite attractive. You can read my review … Read More ...
SOME NEAT CROCHET ACCESSORIES
There are all sorts of accessories for our crochet. We could all spend a gazillion dollars on some of these goodies, couldn’t we? I’ve run across some classy accessories that will make your crochet life easier and more efficient. Check … Read More ...
FRUGAL GIFTING – SOME IDEAS FOR YOU
With our economy in its present state, I’ve been trying to come up with inexpensive gift ideas that will suit a wide variety of people and purposes. Here are some ideas I have or have come across:
http://members.tripod.com/pacycrochets/car/
This little … Read More ...
SUSAN BATES HANDI-TOOL – ONE FOR ALL
These nifty little hooks/needles are currently available from Coats and Clark. They’re Susan Bates’ “Handitool”. If you look closely, you’ll see that there is a crochet hook on one end and a knitting needle finish on the opposite end. So, … Read More ...
Crochet Mania
Aren’t these sooooo pretty?
http://crochet-mania.blogspot.com/
They’re featured on a little blog you might find interesting – and useful. If you want to learn a new stitch, try visiting this blog and following the tutorials there – many with color photos … Read More ...
TKACM – SAY WHAT??
TKACM is an acronym for Teen Knit and Crochet Magazine. An enterprising group of talented teens who knit and crochet – as well as have well honed computer and writing skills – has launched a fun site aimed at encouraging … Read More ...
SEASONAL FRIDGIES, PINS, AND OTHER THINGEES.
Isn’t this the cutest thing? I went browsing online for some seasonal fridgies. I have a wooden mantle calendar that has a changeable shape for each major holiday. I really enjoy having it despite the fact that it’s pretty country … Read More ...
TURKEY DAY – VERY QUICK CROCHET
http://www.yarncat.com/turkey_butt.html
In keeping with the website theme of Turkey Day, I’m offering the link to one of my all time favorite crochet patterns. I have a friend who collects turkeys so I made one of the for her. She ‘got’ … Read More ...