At first sight, I was completely smitten with the Mary Go Round Crochet Flower Ring pattern! Such a cute little crocheted frame. I sat on the pattern for several days dreaming about what I’d put in the frame. It finally hit me – how adorable would these be holding the letters of my girls names? They’d look so bright and bold marching across …read more
When you pick up the customary red heart candy box as a gift this Valentine’s Day, think about bringing it to the next level with some scrapbook paper, yarn scraps and your own artistic eye. Dress ups like these just couldn’t be easier. You simply trace the lid of the candy box onto pretty scrapbook paper, cut it out and voila! You have …read more
I’m always on the lookout for inventive ways to use my scraps. They multiply like bunnies. Luckily, crafting with scrap yarn is fun and gratifying – almost like getting something for nothing! I’ve been pretty busy with job hunting after returning to the states last month, but I’ve managed to snatch a mental health hour or two to play with …read more
Bits of yarn that are just too pretty or precious to throw away, such as your leftover handspun make fabulous coasters. They not only serve the practical purpose of keeping your furniture ring-free, they allow you to scatter your most coveted yarns around the house for spots of color. It just makes me happy to see that fiber I had such a great time …read more
Materials: Retractable Tape Measure Size 2 Metal Crochet Hook Sock Yarn Scraps Retractable Measuring Tape Button(s) Darning Needle Abbreviations: Ch – chain SC – single crochet HDC – half double crochet DC – double crochet sl st – slip stitch Directions: US Crochet Terms Used Bottom: Round 1: Chain 3 (counts …read more
I messaged Rachel of Inspinity to ask her about her blocking wires. Could I try them? I promised I’d give her my opinion and would give a public review of my honest impressions. I received the Deluxe Ultra Fine Lace Blocking Wire Set within a week. I was impressed with the packaging on these. Each wire is ingeniously and neatly looped through …read more
Easter egg dyes are on clearance today, and what a bargain they are – because you can transform your white or ecru yarn into bright and beautiful variegated or self-striping skeins with nothing more than those little tablets and a bottle of vinegar. You must use animal fibers such as wool for this to work. Acrylic or plant based yarns need a different …read more
Thirteen year old Jaydin requested a crocheted bed throw some time ago. She’s had her colors and yarn picked out for months now and we’ve finally found a pattern that she likes! Thanks for the link to the Sea Pennies pattern by Julia Crossland, Mom! Think of me as I embark on this penny journey. I’m afraid to even calculate how many I’ll …read more
One of the best things about Greece is the freshness of the food. Food is brought to the city through the traditional Laiki [Li Kee] - open air farmers markets that magically appear in a new Athens neighborhood each day of the week. The sidewalks suddenly lined with large orange umbrellas shading stacked crates heaped with jewel colored …read more
I know, it sounds ridiculous – cozying a rock? But we love the result! Strewn across a table, stacked on a shelf or piled in a shallow bowl, you’ll definitely want to pet these rocks. The perfect way to showcase a small amount of handspun or luxury yarn leftovers, and you know how we love the stashbuster project! Materials: Size 10 Crochet …read more
