Lovely handmade tote - great for quick shopping trips or a night out on the town!
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National Granny Square Day
National Granny Square Day is August 15th - a day dedicated to crocheted granny squares.
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Christmas Wreath Ornament Crochet Pattern
. . . Christmas in July! Are you looking for a lovely small wreath ornament that is easy and quick to crochet? I love this Christmas Wreath Ornament and have made several very quickly in worsted weight #4 yarn and mercerized cotton, and I prefer the mercerized cotton as it gives the wreath ornament a smooth, elegant finish. The pattern calls for simple single and double crochet stitches. . . Materials: Lion Brand 24/7 100% Mercerized Cotton (green, white and red) G / 4.00 mm hook Elastic hair band (2”) Yarn needle Scissors Abbreviations: (US terms) Ch – chain Sc – single crochet Dc – double crochet Sl st –…
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Crochet Challenge – Daily Tasks to Complete
Have you ever participated in a Crochet Challenge?
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Pastel Posies Silverware Holder
I am so happy to let you know that my cutlery holder pattern was published in the online magazine, I Like Crochet. The pattern, Pastel Posies Silverware Holder, is a quick and easy project – you could crochet a set of four in a weekend. From the magazine, “This delightful project features three cheerful flower appliques – yellow, pink, and blue – adorning the of a simple pocket, creating a fresh, spring-inspired look for your dining table.” The Pastel Posies Silverware Holder is crocheted with Lion Brand 24/7 cotton yarn (one skein of ecru, yellow, pink, blue and grass) and an F/3.75 mm hook. . Posies up close. . .…
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Not Quite Solid Granny Square
This Not Quite Solid Granny Square is a lovely small motif that could be used in all kinds of projects: bags, cardigans, vests, scarves, pillows, blankets, cushions and more…. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, the clear and easy to follow instructions will guide you through the steps to a gorgeous granny square. . Materials: Yarn scraps or other yarn of your choice (sample was made with Lion Brand 24/7 100% cotton) G/4.00 hook or specific to yarn Size: 4” Abbreviations: (US terms) Ch – chain Sc – single crochet Dc – double crochet Dc cluster = 3 dc Sl st – slip stitch Notes: Instructions ch…
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My crochet mistake and why I didn’t frog it.
My crochet mistake and why I didn’t frog it. Lately I have been crocheting what I call ‘little guys.’ Some call them ‘smalls’ or ‘plushies.’ I like to make quick and easy items for the holiday bazaar coming up in November. This cute little octopus works up fast and is fun to make. , When I was finished and had all loose ends taken care of, I realized my crochet mistake — I had crocheted seven tentacles instead of eight. Some smart youngster would surely tell me I should have eight tentacles if I took this to the bazaar. So, I set it aside while I debated about frogging or…
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Crochet hint – joining stitches at the end of a round
While looking at Pinterest this morning, I came across a picture of a crocheted circle with directions on where to join stitches at the end of a round. Years ago, before I knew better, I often ended a round by working a slip stitch into the chain stitch at the beginning of the round. The result was an awkward looking join. . . For more help and hints, click here to go to an article, “Counting Crochet Stitches and Rows: Your Beginner Questions Answered” by Sigoni Macaroni. . . Have a great week! Kathy
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One Skein Cuffed Fingerless Mitts
If you need a quick crochet project, try these simple fingerless mitts. These mitts are very easy to crochet and would be a great project for beginners or a quick, last-minute gift -- taking less than a skein of yarn, a couple of hours and crocheting single and double crochet stitches.
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Libbie Granny Square Panel Bag Crochet Pattern
Happy New Year! Last January I started the year with the announcement of my pattern for the Libbie Granny Square Panel Bag being published in the online magazine, I like Crochet. That post had a link to the published pattern. Many, many thanks to Cascade Yarns for supplying the yarn for this project. Well, time flies and before I knew it, I forgot to post the pattern here on my own blog! The Libbie Granny Square Panel Bag is a small shoulder bag measuring 10.5″ x 12″ and can be completed in a weekend. The two sides of the bag are crocheted in the same design: “a strip of three…
