Review of a New Crochet Book: Seamless Crochet by Kristin Omdahl
Tuesday January 31, 2012
Seamless Crochet, © Interweave Press
Did you know that it is possible to crochet a project using lots of small motifs, without having to sew them all together? This is ... Read More
A Collection of Crochet Patterns for Clothing and Accessories Made With Fine Yarns
Monday January 30, 2012
Crochet So Fine, A Crochet Pattern Book Featuring Clothing and Accessories Made From Fine Yarns - Photo © Interweave Press
Crochet So Fine is a crochet pattern book featuring wearable ... Read More
Flower Granny Square Pattern for Crocheting
Monday January 30, 2012
Crocheted Granny Square With an Aster Flower in the Center - Photo © Lori Jean Karluk
I enjoy crocheting flowers, and I also love making granny squares. So this crochet ... Read More
Spike Stitch Crochet Tutorial
Sunday January 29, 2012
Crochet Spike Stitches Combined With Single Crochet Stitches - Photo © Michael Solovay
Here's an interesting, and easy, variation of single crochet stitch. It's called a spike stitch, otherwise known ... Read More
Crochet vs Knitting: What's the Difference?
Sunday January 29, 2012
Unless you already know how to crochet or how to knit, you might not understand exactly what the difference is between these two crafts. If you'd like to brush up ... Read More
Crocheted Flowers for Valentine's Day
Saturday January 28, 2012
Crocheted Valentine Flower - Photo © Amy Solovay
This pretty flower applique is useful at any time of year, but it's especially appropriate for Valentine's Day.
If you'd like to ... Read More
Is It Possible to Crochet a Baby Afghan in 24 Hours?
Friday January 27, 2012
Crochet 24 Hour Baby Afghans Book by Jean Leinhauser and Rita Weiss, Published by Leisure Arts
I got my hands on an interesting pattern book called Crochet 24 Hour Baby ... Read More
Crochet Colorwork Terminology - Photo Post
Wednesday January 25, 2012
These unused strands of yarn have a name. Do you know what it is?
If you don't already know the answer, find out here.
Learn how to crochet
Learn crochet stitches
Find free crochet ... Read More
Which Came First, Patience or the Crocheter?
Tuesday January 24, 2012
I've been working on writing a book review, but I thought I'd take a break from that for a moment to share some musings that just popped into my head.In ... Read More
Free Crochet Patterns for Baby
Sunday January 22, 2012
Crocheted Baby Booties - Photo © Erica Jackofsky
Babies are the perfect excuse to pick up a crochet hook and get started on an exciting new project.Pictured here: Erica ... Read More
Free Crochet Patterns for Valentine Flowers
Friday January 20, 2012
Please note: None of these pictures are shown in proportion to each other; if you want to crochet any of these flowers, you'll find more info about the finished sizes ... Read More
Is Crochet the Right Hobby for You?
Friday January 20, 2012
Crocheters are a diverse group of people. We come from all over the world. Some of us are children; some of us are adults; some of us are kids-at-heart. Some ... Read More
Beaded Rosette -- Free Crochet Pattern
Thursday January 19, 2012
Beaded Rosette - Photo © Erica Jackofsky
Erica Jackofsky crocheted this pretty beaded rosette to wear to a friend's wedding; she attached it to a barrette and wore it ... Read More
Free Crochet Pattern for a Two-Inch Flower
Wednesday January 18, 2012
2" Flower With Six Petals - Photo © Michael Solovay
I just added a new design to our recently-created list of easy crochet flower patterns. It's a sweet nothing of ... Read More
Free Crochet Pattern for a Pixie Hood
Wednesday January 18, 2012
Pixie Hood Sized for Babies - Photo © Erica Jackofsky
Erica Jackofsky's pixie hood is a fun (and easy!) design that the whole family can enjoy. The free crochet ... Read More
Free Crochet Pattern for Striped Potholders With a Heart Design
Wednesday January 18, 2012
See the free crochet pattern for the heart potholders
Get the free striped heart chart
Find more free potholder patterns
Check out more free crochet heart patterns, and Valentine crochet patterns
Visit our index ... Read More
Valentine Scarf Pattern to Crochet
Tuesday January 17, 2012
Valentine Scarf to Crochet - Photo © Amy Solovay
This lovely scalloped scarf is crocheted in Valentine-friendly colors -- red, pink and white. It's perfect for wearing out on Valentine's ... Read More
Welcome New Crocheters!
Tuesday January 17, 2012
To all the new crocheters just joining us -- Welcome!Perhaps you haven't crocheted in years and you need a refresher in how to work your stitches. Or, perhaps you're brand ... Read More
Stoles and Wraps to Crochet
Tuesday January 17, 2012
Lace Stole / Wrap to Crochet © Erica Jackofsky
If you'd like to crochet a fabulous shawl or wrap, you'll find plenty of free patterns and inspiration here on our ... Read More
Are You Ready to Start Crafting for Valentine's Day?
Saturday January 14, 2012
Flower Arrangement for Valentine's Day - Photo © Amy Solovay.
There are plenty of creative ways to incorporate crafts into your Valentine's Day celebration. Here are a few ideas:
Make a lovely ... Read More
New Crochet Patterns for Easy Flowers
Saturday January 14, 2012
Easy Crocheted Flowers -- Free Crochet Patterns Are Available. Photo © Amy Solovay
I've posted several new flower patterns this week, and have been crocheting what seems like zillions of ... Read More
Dressing up Your Crocheted Flowers
Friday January 13, 2012
Easy Layered Crochet Rose Embellished With a Floral Button - Photo © Amy Solovay
I am a sucker for pretty embellishments, and crocheted flowers give me a good excuse to ... Read More
Crochet Cozy Afghans, One Square at a Time
Wednesday January 11, 2012
Crocheted Afghan Squares - Photo © Amy Solovay
Crocheted squares are like building blocks. You can turn them into just about anything. Whether you'd like to make an afghan, ... Read More
Free Heart Designs for Crocheting
Tuesday January 10, 2012
Heart Trim - Photo © Amy Solovay
I love heart motifs. I use them in my crochet designs all year long, but they're ideal for use in Valentine's Day ... Read More
New Free Pattern: Crochet an Easy Beanie for Ladies
Sunday January 8, 2012
Two Different Colorways of the Easy Crocheted Beanie, Worn With Other Matching Accessories From the Set. Free Crochet Patterns Are Available. Photos © Michael Solovay.
The latest addition to my ... Read More
Simple Accessories to Crochet: New Free Pattern for Fingerless Gloves
Friday January 6, 2012
Simple Crocheted Accessories: Fingerless Gloves and Headband to Crochet. Free Crochet Patterns Are Available. Photos © Michael Solovay.
These fingerless gloves start out as simple crocheted rectangles. During the finishing ... Read More
Keeping Warm With Crochet
Thursday January 5, 2012
Easy, Beginner-Friendly Crocheted Neck Warmer Pattern. Click the Pictures to Get the Free Crochet Pattern. Photos © Michael Solovay and Amy Solovay.
Is it cold outside where you live? If ... Read More
Free Tutorials for Learning How to Join Crocheted Pieces
Wednesday January 4, 2012
Attaching Afghan Squares Together Using Slip Stitch; Photo © Michael Solovay
There are bunches of different ways to join crocheted pieces together, and bunches of different reasons you might want ... Read More