Do you know someone who is ill and may need their spirits lifted? Prayer shawls are becoming a very wonderful way to show your love and support to a friend or relative who you think could benefit from your gesture of care. Crocheted prayer shawls have become increasingly popular as gifts to the ones we […]
I’m the type of person who waits to bust out the heavy winter coat until the cold frost has set on the grass—probably because I’m in denial at having to suffer through a frigid winter season. Instead, I layer up as much as possible with sweaters and lighter jackets, with socks, boots and scarves. Usually […]
From the Harry Potter books and movies to anime and obscure TV shows, there are plenty of fandoms out there that celebrate a particular facet of pop culture. Fans of The Office might debate for hours if the U.S. version can even compare with the original, while Sherlockians might have strong feelings about the latest […]
It seems that summer is still in full effect… long sweltering days and thunderstorms. Of course, that means that I am thinking about nothing more than fall! I can’t be the only longing for the shorter days, crisp air, red noses, fall colors and cozy crochet cowls. Crochet cowl patterns are the perfect for the […]
Fall has officially begun, and that means one thing: fingerless gloves! This season is the time to bust out all your favorite easy crochet patterns to keep you warm. Crochet boot cuffs and fingerless crochet gloves are my favorite accessories of the season. I truly believe that a crochet design shows so much more detail […]
Whenever my dad helps me pack to go on a trip, he always compares the number of shoes I wear to the length of time I’ll be traveling and demands to know how I could possibly wear an average of three different pairs per day! Well, Dad, I’m baffled, too, but the important thing is […]
With fall and winter seasons fast approaching, you’re probably beginning the hunt for the perfect crochet scarf patterns. Maybe you’re tired of doing the same patterns you’ve always done and are ready to take some creative and stylish risks. If this is the case, you’ll definitely want to check out these 20 New and Favorite […]
We’ve all been there: that fashion rut, the abyss of boring old styles, the days when we stare at our closets and wonder where all our cute clothes are hiding. Sometimes it’s hard to come up with new ways of dressing up your outfits while still staying true to your fashion sense. Don’t worry—we can […]
What do vibrant flowers, parquet tiles, and classic stripes have in common? They can all dress up your crochet blanket patterns through the same beloved technique—crochet granny squares. This is one of my favorite ways to work up an afghan because it’s so convenient; if you only have a few precious minutes for crocheting, you […]
These sweet cowboy boots are the perfect gift for the new little cowboy or cowgirl in your life. Yeee-haw! Learning how to crochet baby booties isn’t really that hard. Once you get used to the small size of your pattern, you will see that crochet baby booties are a cinch to work up. These little […]
