If you’ve been reading this blog for any time, you know that I’m not a fan of joining a lot of motifs. However, every now and then, I run across squares (or other motifs) that make it worth the effort … Read More ...
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME!
Look what I got myself for Christmas!
Mine doesn’t look exactly like the one pictured here – but it’s the same company and the same 35 pockets for holding all kinds of goodies.
Mine is the Tote-ally Cool Craft Tote … Read More ...
CROCHET A CHRISTMAS CARD??
I really like the idea of recycling old greeting cards into something attractive like this:
http://www.allfreecrafts.com/christmas/card-basket.shtml
Mind you, this idea would work for any occasion – well, one that you can find or make greeting cards for. What about baseball … 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 ...
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
My husband’s secretary has four sons and one granddaughter. She was so thrilled to finally get a girl! The ‘baby’ is now 15 months old. I have crocheted a number of things for her, including an afghan which is the … Read More ...
CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS and SOME GIFT IDEAS
I bet you’ve seen some of these before. Maybe you’ve seen all of them. But, not all of them are billed as Christmas ornaments or ideas. I think they would all make wonderful additions to our holiday decor or gifting. … Read More ...
SOME FRESH CHRISTMAS IDEAS!
everyone needs a gift idea now and then. I’ve surfed around a bit and found a nice collection of patterns, some new, some old, some really old – some quick, some not so quick, some easy enough for beginners … Read More ...