It’s a Pom Pom Party! By now you’ve probably seen a wellspring of pom pom and tassel projects as you’ve perused Pinterest, AllFreeCrochet, and FaveCrafts, among other crafty websites. Pom pom crafts are just plain adorable, which is why our friends at the Craft Yarn Council are throwing a #PomPomParty! Celebrate pom poms and tassels […]
If there’s one thing that can be said about crochet, it’s that it is not limited to making hats and scarves. As long as yarn and a crochet hook are in supply, crocheters have created some truly interesting items that don’t always fit within a certain category. I’ve looked all over AllFreeCrochet to find the […]
Burnout. Confusion. Lack of confidence. Sound familiar? There’s more to crochet than simply counting stitches, as your emotions can sometimes get in the way of how you approach a crochet pattern. Whatever you do, don’t give up crochet for good. Take a look at these tips on how to move past common crochet problems. You’ve […]
Does it seem like everyone you know is having a baby, getting married, or throwing a big birthday party? If your social calendar is filled with plenty of parties and celebrations, then you might be wondering if there’s a way to keep up with the tidal wave of invitations while also giving beautiful crochet gifts. […]
Here’s a question for all of you crocheters. Did you spend the months leading up to the holidays creating handmade crochet items everyone in your family — but nothing for you? If it’s been a while since you last made something just for you, then it’s time to make a promise. Replenish your wardrobe by […]
Let’s talk holiday attire…St. Patrick’s holiday attire that is! Sure, you could wear a green T-shirt that you found buried in the back of your closet, but what’s the fun in that? With St. Patrick’s Day crochet patterns, you can take the wearin’ of the green to the next level while adding style and flair […]
Skinny jeans may get all the press, but oversized crochet patterns are definitely worth a look this winter. We’re talking about sweaters, cardigans, scarves, and more that you will find are anything but form-fitting. Picture flowing ponchos, scarves that can almost be mistaken for blankets, and sweaters with plenty of arm room, and you’ve got […]
Happy New Year! If you’re anything like me, you made a New Year resolution to start being more organized. It’s something I have always meant to do, but no matter how many times I have tried, I always lose myself to the clutter. This year, I’m taking a new approach to decluttering my room and […]
Hello all! It’s Bethany again, the blogger behind Whistle and Ivy. I was thinking today about how much I am grateful for seasons. Isn’t it wonderful? Just about the time you are fed up with the current temperatures, the world shifts and gives you a lovely change (at least here in Northern Utah). As much […]
Happy day, Stitch and Unwind readers! It’s Bethany again (I blog at Whistle and Ivy), and today I am sharing the pattern for this Crochet Cactus Pincushion Jar. I am absolutely loving this cactus trend, I think it’s absolutely adorable. One, because cactuses are pretty darn cute, and two, because they are the only houseplant […]
