Don't believe anyone who tells you a pattern is beginner friendly unless you know that person has taught a a beginner to crochet. I have taught countless people to crochet who have never held a hook in their hand... so believe me when I say, "Beginner Beware!" According to the Yarn and Craft Council (CYC)… Continue reading Dearest Beginners, Beware!
Okay people. Let’s talk babies. They are cute, snuggly, and give new hope to a weary world. Yes, they also can be smelly, messy, and make a mother weary. But seriously, crocheting a gift for a new baby is the best. Here are three good reasons crocheted baby items are wonderful: babies are amazing (for all the aforementioned… Continue reading Featured Free Patterns: Baby Blankets by Oombawka Design and Elisabeth Andree.
I've been giving you the history of the Firefly Hook and filling you in on a few key players. Quote from Part II: Neither Abigail or Monika crochet, but somehow this is the most perfect collaboration I've ever been a part of. If we were skydivers, Abigail would make sure all the details were in… Continue reading The Firefly Hook: Where it all began and where we are going. Part III
Okay people. Let's talk babies. They are cute, snuggly, and give new hope to a weary world. Yes, they also can be smelly, messy, and make a mother weary. But seriously, crocheting a gift for a new baby is the best. Here are three good reasons crocheted baby items are wonderful: babies are amazing (for all the aforementioned… Continue reading Featured Free Patterns: Moogly’s Collection of Baby Booties
Here he is - my first ever crocheted stuffed animal. I loved creating this little guy... well, he's not very little at 18" sitting. I especially love commissioned work that allows for free flowing creativity. My only guidelines made this project delightful: stripy and multi-colored in boy colors. Since I am used to making crocheted… Continue reading Stuffed Giraffe
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