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Win A Beamer

November 12, 2012 by jd wolfe

 

I’m not offering this Giveaway on my blog, but wanted to let my readers know about it.  Despite the press (ahem..), this will work nicely for crocheters as well as for any other needle artist.  Check out the details and links below to enter the Giveaway.

Crocheters can win an LED light by commenting how their proposed gift recipient would use the hands free light. Each blog is hosting a separate giveaway. The giveaway features the Beam N Read LED 6 Deluxe Hands Free Light with 6 LEDs in a row shining an extra bright and wide light.

 

The Beam N Read LED 6 Deluxe Hands Free Light lights up personal space anywhere – a chair, car, plane, or even in bed. The extra wide light is especially useful for quilting, knitting, and crochet. The extra bright light is also helpful for aging baby boomers and others who benefit from brighter light for reading, caregiving, and other activities. As a reading light it works with eReaders such as the Kindle and Nook, printed books, and newspapers. For mobility, it leaves hands free walking in dim or dark places. The extra long battery life makes it ideal as a mobility and task light during a power outage and for travel and camping.

Giveaway participating sites and dates are:

  • Nov 2 to 9 SewCalGal.blogspot.com
  • Nov 4 to 17 alifefulloflaughter.com
  • Nov 6 to 13 straystitches1.blogspot.com
  • Nov 7 to 21 blog.caregiverpartnership.com
  • Nov 10 to 16 cottonandchocolate.com
  • Nov 11 to 16 bejeweledquilts.blogspot.com
  • Nov 11 to 30 prqc.com
  • Nov 12 to 18 ihaveanotion.blogspot.com
  • Nov 12 to 19 duringquiettime.blogspot.com
  • Nov 17 to 24 quiltinggallery.com

Giveaways will be posted on each blog’s start date. Participating blogs with updated links is available on the Beam N Read News & Events page (http://bit.ly/byjLkn) of readinglight.com.

 

Let us know what you think of this device.  Is it something you’d like to add to your Wish List?

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Comments

  1. Brenda Thomas says

    November 13, 2012 at 3:43 am

    This would be a fabulous gift for my husband. He makes toys for our grandkids and there are so many times when the intricate work is hard to see. If I win, can’t wait to surprise him with this!

  2. Gramma LaDow says

    November 13, 2012 at 7:10 am

    I could really use one of these. At 70 shadows cause me trouble.

  3. Diane Wilson says

    November 13, 2012 at 12:31 pm

    For myself, who crochets with fine threads needs good light. I’m not quite 70 yet, but my readers glasses are up to 4.00 nowadays and bright light for us older persons is a must have. Perhaps Santa will bring us both one.

    Any of my friends could use this light. Good light is a must for any person doing any type of needlework.

  4. Momma jones says

    November 14, 2012 at 2:04 pm

    I cold use this for my 94 year old mother who loves to do fancy work.
    She was using a lamp we bought her a few years ao but it is no longer working.
    It would be nice to finally give hr something useable instead of the books and sweaters she usually gets.

  5. Cathy says

    November 15, 2012 at 10:54 pm

    This is a fab must have. It is on my OH PLEASE list. I was on a ferry boat and watched a lady knitting away with one of these for assistance. It was incredible.
    What a wonderful gift. Thanks for the opportunity.
    Blessed Thanksgiving
    Cheers
    Cathy

  6. cathe says

    November 28, 2012 at 6:35 am

    I do crocheting for hospice and they request darker colors for the menfolk. This would sure help me see those stitches!

Have you read?

How to Crochet the Suzette Stitch: An Easy Textured Crochet Stitch for Beginners

Learning a crochet stitch is much more satisfying when you have an actual project waiting at the end of it. The Suzette stitch is especially versatile because its dense, softly textured fabric works for everything from practical cotton washcloths to cosy scarves, hats and blankets.

Here are some Suzette stitch crochet patterns worth adding to your project list.

Suzette Stitch Baby Blanket

The free Suzette Stitch Baby Blanket pattern from Premier Yarns uses the stitch to create a softly textured crochet blanket with a subtle tweed-like appearance.

This would make a lovely handmade baby shower gift, particularly when worked in a washable baby yarn. The stitch creates more visual interest than plain single crochet without introducing large holes that may catch tiny fingers.

Easy Suzette Stitch Blanket

The Suzette Stitch Blanket pattern by Stitching Together is another approachable blanket project for crocheters who enjoy a relaxing stitch repeat.

This is the sort of project you can keep beside the sofa and work on a few rows at a time. Just keep an eye on those skipped stitches—television crochet is wonderful until an extra stitch quietly sneaks in three episodes earlier.

Casey Suzette Stitch Scarf

The free Casey Scarf crochet pattern uses the Suzette stitch through most of the design, producing a cosy scarf with a softly scalloped, zigzag-like texture.

It is a good first wearable project for beginners because scarves do not require complicated shaping. You can also adjust the length fairly easily or use a self-striping yarn and let the colour changes do the decorative work for you.

Quick Suzette Crochet Scarf

For another scarf option, try this free Suzette Stitch Scarf pattern from Hooked by Robin.

The designer includes written instructions and a video tutorial, making it helpful for visual learners who prefer watching the stitch placement before beginning. It is designed as a quick project and would make a practical last-minute handmade gift.

Suzette Colour Block Scarf

The free Suzette Colour Block Scarf pattern is a cheerful option for using several coordinating yarn colours.

Colour blocking also makes this a handy stash-busting crochet project. You can use leftover yarn from other makes, although it is worth choosing yarns of the same weight and similar fibre content so the sections behave themselves after washing.

Chunky Suzette Stitch Beanie

The free Chunky Suzette Stitch Beanie crochet pattern turns the textured stitch into a warm winter hat.

Chunky yarn helps the pattern work up quickly and makes the raised texture especially noticeable. This would be a useful project for craft stalls, charity donations or quick handmade Christmas gifts.

Hazel Textured Crochet Beanie

The free Hazel Beanie crochet pattern combines simple ribbing with the Suzette stitch.

The ribbed brim gives the hat a neat, finished appearance while the Suzette stitch adds texture to the main body. It looks more complicated than a basic crochet beanie but is still built from familiar beginner stitches.

Suzette Stitch Washcloth

For a small practice project, try the free Suzette Stitch Wash Cloth pattern from The Purple Poncho.

A washcloth is one of the best ways to practise a new crochet stitch because it is small, useful and not terribly demanding. Even if the first one is slightly wonky, it will still wash perfectly well.

Use a smooth cotton yarn so the cloth is absorbent and the stitch texture remains clearly visible.

Suzette Ridge Crochet Washcloth

The free Suzette Ridge Crochet Washcloth pattern adds another layer of texture to this familiar stitch combination.

Make several in coordinating colours and pair them with handmade soap for an easy spa-style gift. They are also useful little projects for testing unfamiliar cotton yarn before committing to a larger set.

Corner-to-Corner Suzette Stitch Washcloth

The free C2C Suzette Stitch Washcloth pattern gives the stitch a slightly different construction by working it from corner to corner.

This is a good next project after you have mastered ordinary flat rows. It lets you explore increasing and decreasing while still using the familiar Suzette stitch combination.

Suzette Stitch Afghan Square

The Suzette Stitch Afghan Square pattern turns the textured stitch into a smaller crochet block.

Afghan squares are useful for charity blankets, sampler blankets and portable crochet projects. You can make the squares individually, use up leftover yarn and join everything together once you have enough—although “enough” has been known to become a surprisingly flexible number in my craft room.

More Suzette Stitch Crochet Pattern Ideas

Once you are comfortable with the basic stitch, you can also use it to make:

  • Crochet mug cosies
  • Ear warmers and headbands
  • Fingerless gloves
  • Cushion covers
  • Tote bags
  • Baby rompers
  • Crochet cardigans
  • Lap blankets
  • Double-thick potholders

You can browse additional Suzette stitch crochet patterns on Etsy, including sweaters, baby blankets, beanies, mug cosies and accessories from independent crochet designers.

When choosing a pattern, check whether it uses US or UK crochet terminology. Also check whether it uses the traditional Suzette stitch—one single crochet and one double crochet worked into the same stitch—or a designer’s variation of it. That quick check can prevent a great deal of confused unraveling later.

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