Patterns, projects and techniques
Here are some great books for towel topper patterns
Looking for more Christmas themed Crochet Patterns? Check out these books
Christmas Crochet Pattern Books
And these Christmas patterns on Etsy
From the very practical (and frugal) to … Read More ...
A friend (thanks, Melinda!!) sent me a link to this wonderful Christmas Tree. Even better than the tree is the sweet story of how all the crocheted ornaments were gathered. Please visit the site to view the tree and ornaments … Read More ...
If you’ve been reading my blog for very long, you know I’m crazy for stars. Aren’t these like just to adorable? I think I might cross stitch the little eyes on them, especially if they are to be in the … Read More ...
This new book takes a truly fresh look at some humble crochet projects. The cover gives just a hint of the goodies inside. There’s little flash here – but the ideas are winners. You’ll be inspired to rethink some of … Read More ...
You may not be able to read the instructions for the delicate motifs on this site, but you can follow the charts – or just use the idea to make a similar project using motif patterns you already own … Read More ...
How cute can a crocheted Christmas ornament get? Well, at least this cute! This takes the whole amigurumi thing to a new level for me. I’m fine with Pikachu and such, but these are just huggable adorable and a tree … Read More ...
For all of us yarn lovers, a program like this can seem like Christmas four times a year! They are called ‘swatches’ but they are really just samples of about 12 inches in each of about 30 yarns. The idea … Read More ...
These are just the cutest coasters I’ve seen in a long time (except for those Christmas ones I posted recently). These would brighten up any table. You can use up lots of yarn scraps too since each coaster takes only … Read More ...
This is one of the coolest crochet projects I’ve seen in a long time! I’m totally in love with it. I happen to have a number of old wooden embroidery hoops in my stash and, of course, I have plenty … Read More ...
Christmas in July is not a new concept – but it’s one that allows us to take advantage of what might be a slow time of year to plan ahead for a very busy time of year. So, let’s think … Read More ...
As I was browsing a friend’s blog the other day, I was reminded of this wonderful charity sweater pattern that has gone through several name changes – from Oxfam to Guideposts to, now, World Vision. The pattern is available in … Read More ...
I seldom check knit sites for crochet goodies, but that’s where I found this beauty. Definitely on my To-Do list!
Looking for more Crochet Cowl patterns? Check out these crochet cowl patterns we found on Etsy.This pretty Fiona … Read More ...
I think this blanket boy is so cute that I wanted to be sure to share it with you. You can get the pattern on this site.
Then I ran across these and fell in love with them too. … Read More ...
Few words are needed here, right? Grab your hook and make your Christmas a little more personal. Get the pattern for these cute gift tags here. You can work up a batch of these in one evening.
You can create … Read More ...
Here are a few great ideas for gifts for the crocheter in your life:
High End – Caron Etimo Tulip Crochet Hooks
Not so high end but wonderful:
Yarn!! Nothing could be finer!
High End (available online or at … Read More ...
