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Where do YOU buy yarn?

February 28, 2007 by jd wolfe

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Where do you buy yarn? With all the rumors flying about Wal-Mart closing its Fabric/Crafts/Yarn Departments, many people are complaining that they will have no local source of yarn and other craft supplies.

I … Read More ...

Strips OR Squares – What Motif Suits You?

February 27, 2007 by jd wolfe

MAMWould you carry a sign that said ‘Strips for Yarn’? Not!!

MAM (above)
Those MAM (mile a minute) translate to Mile a Millenium for me! I just can’t get into them. I like the look and always fool myself … Read More ...

MAGAZINE REVIEW – CROCHET TODAY!

February 25, 2007 by jd wolfe

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I have a new FAVORITE crochet magazine – Crochet Today! I have just purchased my third issue of this great, new mag. It’s full of wonderful patterns and great, full color photos. There is a wide variety of patterns, too. … Read More ...

LITTLE GIRL’S PURSES – FREE Crochet PATTERNS

February 21, 2007 by jd wolfe

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Wish I had a pattern for this Gymboree bag. Think I can figure it out? I’d change the colors to match a pretty little dress.

Since I finished the butterfly poncho for Peytan, I began thinking about cute little girl’s … Read More ...

Rectangle Crochet Poncho Sizing Chart

February 18, 2007 by jd wolfe

I honestly do not know where this dimension chart for crochet ponchos originated. If it’s YOURS, please let me know so I can give credit where credit is due! It is not my original work, but I’ll take a chance … Read More ...

PEYTAN’S Crochet PONCHO

February 17, 2007 by jd wolfe

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Here’s a little number that I worked up for the only grandchild of a dear friend. I wanted her to look like a butterfly princess on her first birthday. The poncho is a simple two rectangle version made with RH … Read More ...

I’M A SUCKER FOR STARS……..

February 16, 2007 by jd wolfe

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There are some shapes that just appeal to me more than others. Stars are one of those shapes that I find particularly appealing. They come in all styles from very traditional to extremely whimsical. They all look good to me. … Read More ...

MY FIRST SWEATER

February 15, 2007 by jd wolfe

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Neck & Front Detail. Love those buttons!

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My mom and her ‘special’ sweater.

Pattern is from Kim Guzman ‘Jiffy Cardigan’.

Looking for more sweaters to crochet? Check out these sweater Crochet patterns we found on Etsy.

Crochetkim.com
Here is a … Read More ...

12 Crochet Blogs to Surf

February 13, 2007 by jd wolfe


I awoke today to a white out! That’s unusual for St. Louis. We get snow and lots of cold days, but we don’t often get a lot of snow and it doesn’t stick around too long. There have been years, … Read More ...

How To Care For Silk Yarn

February 13, 2007 by jd wolfe

 

Silk yarn is one of the hardiest of fibers, natural or manmade! I always laugh when I see a 100% silk garment that is marked ‘dry clean only’. First, dry cleaning isn’t dry! Water is used. Second, silk saris in … Read More ...

6 Ways To Get Crochet Yarn For Free

February 12, 2007 by jd wolfe

We’re always looking for something FREE, aren’t we? Well, there are several sources for obtaining FREE YARN. While there may be no such thing as a ‘free lunch’, there might be a way for you to enhance your yarn … Read More ...

LAST MINUTE VALENTINE

February 12, 2007 by jd wolfe

You gotta see this cute thing. Made me laugh. ENJOY!
The pattern is available today only – FREE – at: anniesattic.com

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Looking for more Valentine’s Day Crochet patterns? Check out these Crochet patterns we found on Etsy.

Still, want … Read More ...

Blocking Tools

February 11, 2007 by jd wolfe

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Wow! I just ran across this great site that will help out a lot when blocking doilies.

http://www.wildginger.com/products/wildthings.htm

As with so many sites, it’s worth spending some time browsing thru all the things the site owner has posted for our … Read More ...

Graphs, Charts, Symbols, Diagrams- Which Works for YOU?

February 11, 2007 by jd wolfe

rose filet graph members.tripod.comcrochet schematics from garnstudio.comIn this era of the world wide net, we are able to befriend crocheters from all over the world. While many of them are fluent in English (er…American), many more are not. And, those of us in the US are … Read More ...

Understanding ‘Difficult’ Patterns

February 9, 2007 by jd wolfe

Sooooo, I was determined to master Entrelac Crochet. I was on a mission. How hard could it be? Well, for me it was really hard. Rats! When I make up my mind …. well, just look where I’m headed and … Read More ...

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