Airplane tickets are being purchased, bus schedules are being looked at and the halls are starting to get decked. That very special time of the year is quickly approaching when we get to spend a wonderful few days with our loved ones. Unfortunately, trying to get to those loved ones can sometimes be the worst […]
When I think of February 14, I think of Valentine’s Day cards, dinner at a favorite restaurant, boxes of chocolate, and long-stemmed roses (please tell me I’m not alone!). While those are all tried-and-true ways of celebrating the occasion, they’re also predictable. Dull. Ho-hum. You get the picture. I’m thinking of making a change this […]
Nothing makes me feel more fabulous than a delicate crochet lace pattern, especially when it involves a shawl I can grab on the go. When I’m supposed to be somewhere, I’m always a hot mess: dropping car keys, forgetting that my cell phone is in my back pocket, and running back in the house for […]
My sister is having a baby this August (yay!) So I’ve decided to learn how to crochet so I can make something special for our future bundle of joy. I want it to be something special – something that looks a little more fancy than your basic crochet project. After doing some research, I’ve found that the V-stitch is just […]
When you’re on the hunt for fall and winter accessories, it doesn’t get more basic than a classic crochet shawl. They’re effortless to style – just throw one on top of whatever you’re wearing! – and when it comes to easy crochet patterns, they’re some of the simplest to work up! I’ve made it my […]
As a curvy gal, I know how frustrating it is to see so many free, easy crochet patterns out there only to realize that I’d have to do some serious recalculations if I wanted them to fit me. I’m far from a pro when it comes to having a crochet hook in my hand, so […]
My favorite way to celebrate the beginning of fall is to start in on a new project. This time of year, my thoughts always turn to yarn – what cozy crafts can I make using only the softest, chunkiest, most autumn-approved yarns out there? I feel warm and fuzzy just thinking about thick blankets and […]
There are times in life when someone dear to you needs a little bit of extra comfort. Whether that is need is due to sickness, a loss or any other situation that causes stress, sometimes our first reaction is to ask how to help. Usually the response is “oh nothing, dear, I’ll be fine” but […]
I love wearing light crochet wraps on those cool summer nights or even indoors while the air conditioning is on. I like my summer wraps to be open, airy, and lightweight. This Ocean Breeze Light Summer Wrap is great to wear during the spring/summer and takes only a couple of hours to work up. It’s also […]
Our friends at Rush Medical Center here in Chicago have recently reached out to us to let us know about their need for Knit Prayer Shawls. The Palliative Care section of the hospital would like to help add a sense of comfort to the sickest of Rush’s patients. In this case, these patients are bound […]
