…Show me your dragon! Can you believe it’s already the end of the Dragon Crochet-a-long? I can’t! It’s been so much fun! If you’d like to be entered for a chance to win this CAL’s fabulous prize, then be sure to post a photo on our Ravelry CAL thread, our facebook page or Email it to me! I need your photos by 11pm EST tonight!. Want to see my dragon? Here he is! This is the guy I’ve been crocheting along with yo…
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FO Friday: Darjeeling Socks
…oming out of the heel? So, instead of a traditional gusset, the sock has shaping that contours to the arch of your foot… comfy and so much fun! The sock also features an interesting toe… I just love learning about different sock options! The socks fit nicely, and kept my interest piqued as I was knitting them. I don’t think I’ll knit this exact pair again, but I’m very happy with the toe and heel/arch techniques, and…
Continue ReadingFO Friday: Claudia Scarf
…on wanted to wear it (as a blanket): Check out the project’s Ravelry page for detailed info. I think it’s a really simple but elegant scarf, and I think I’ll be wearing it a lot next winter! The pattern was pretty easy to memorize, so it turned into a fun ‘take on the go’ crochet project. I recommend the pattern for when you have a beautiful skein of sock yarn that you want to wear around your neck! Have a great weeke…
Continue ReadingFO Friday: holiday gifts and super-cute plushie preview!
…erson than in the photo… I drew the tea bag myself, and coated the whole rest with a brilliant glossy glaze. Love it! Sheep Hat And, finally… I made myself a sheep hat! Isn’t it so adorably sheepy? Check my Ravelry page for all of the views! Thanks for stopping by and reading! If you want to see more great finished items… make sure to visit Tami’s Amis blog, the organizer of this great FO Friday theme! I hope you have…
Continue Reading3KCBWDAY6: Improving my skills!
…’ve been crocheting since I was a wee one… but there’s always something new to learn! I mostly make stuffed animals, but I’ve been forcing myself recently to branch out into more complicated stitch patterns. This month, I’ve conquered the Pineapple Stitch: And the Crocodile Stitch: So many stitches to learn in crochet! Goals for new Skills I’ve been practicing reading charts… and I’m planning to head…
Continue ReadingAre crochet hooks allowed on planes?
…tually, this rule applies to more than just crochet hooks! There’s always a tiny chance your hook can be taken away, so don’t bring your grandmother’s ivory hook- it’s just a risk you don’t need to take! I’m not trying to help you sneak on anything that’s not allowed… crochet hooks are permitted on planes. But the truth is that sometimes you’ll run across an agent who either doesn’t know…
Continue ReadingEthan, Boy Doll Crochet Pattern
…pieces to get lost in play! He’s suitable for your littlest one, but feel free to use craft eyes (instead of the felt eyes, shown) for children over 3. Ethan is wearing pants and a t-shirt… and adorable sneakers! Materials Required 290 yards of worsted weight yarn (shown in Ella Rae Classic Wool): Tan (90 yds), Brown (40 yds), Red (85 yds), Blue (65 yards) and White (15 yds) Skills Required Blog posts you may find helpful for this pattern H…
Continue ReadingCyber Monday Deal!
…any yarn balls and miscellaneous craft supplies part of the bundles! These come in two size boxes, 2-lb and 3-lb. They both contain contents of similar value, but the 3-lb box contains more worsted weight yarn than the 2-lb box. The 2-lb box is a great option for international folks who are concerned about shipping prices. Don’t miss out! Today is the last day to join Ami Club with a 1-month free trial! And don’t forget that the Furls…
Continue ReadingLinen Yarn, Milk Paint and Great Business Links!
…yum? They post great recipes, but they also publish a super-interesting income report. Here is May’s. MochiMochiLand wrote a great tutorial on how to attach i-cord arms. So cute and fun! I love knitting with linen. French Press Knits shares her favorite summer tee. All Free Crochet has a roundup of 31 Basic Crochet Stitches… there are some great ones in there! Let me hear from you! Crafting slows down a bit in the summer… but do…
Continue ReadingHappy Holidays + travel blog post roundup!
I’ve always loved this time of year. It’s Christmas, Boxing Day, my birthday, the New Year and now Maddie’s birthday all at once! It’s also an incredibly busy time, which makes it especially important to set aside a little time for yourself to do some crafting! It’s also a time when a lot of us are traveling to see friends and family, so I thought I’d do a little round-up of blog posts that I think are super-he…
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