So after holiday shopping, you opened your wallet and a fly buzzed out — there’s nothing left in there. I know you’re totally addicted to buying yarn for easy crochet patterns but it might be time to look yourself hard in the mirror and chant, “I will use up my stash.” You have so much […]
Now that it’s chilly enough to justify wrapping yourself in the biggest, warmest crochet afghan you can find, every crocheter should take some time to treat herself! Why not start on a gorgeous crochet throw you can use from now through winter? It’s guaranteed that you can crochet something better than anything you’ll find in […]
Crafty people have seen a mandala at some point, even if you didn’t know what it was called. Mandalas are a simply beautiful form of design often seen in traditional Buddhist and Hindu imagery – they symbolize the universe. You’ll sometimes see them in henna, too. But did you know that mandala designs can also […]
Flowers are an obvious trend for spring, when everything is in bloom. Every year, the flower patterns will reappear in clothing lines, home decor and more. However, there’s usually some kind of twist to the flowers; you’ll see designs that focus either the elegance of the rose, the innocence of the daisy or the fun […]
By a show of hands, who doesn’t love to snuggle? No hands? That’s what we thought…and what better time to get cuddly than around Valentine’s Day? No one can resist the cuddliness of a good blanket. Whether you’re sharing an afghan with a friend, significant other, spouse, or riding solo with a book or movie, […]
There’s only a few weeks left until the new year, which means you are probably already beginning to start of list of resolutions for 2015. From eating healthier to getting organized, there’s a myriad of resolutions to choose from. A great resolution for any crocheter is to slim down that yarn stash. Between Christmas gifts […]
One of the most economical crochet projects is the crochet granny square. I love 17 Gorgeous Crochet Granny Square Patterns because like many, I am a confessed granny addict. These crochet granny square patterns are great because they give you a ton of freedom with your projects. When you don’t have a lot of yarn, […]
Yarn can be expensive! At certain times, as much as I’d like to indulge and buy skein upon skein, it’s just not possible. But just because you can’t buy a million skeins of yarn, doesn’t mean that you can’t make beautiful crochet pieces. In fact, sometimes less can actually be more. These patterns prove just […]
Life after college was all gravy until that first student loan bill came in the mail. I had forgotten that I had to pay for all the schooling that got me a job after graduation. My first full time position was at a nonprofit, so the paychecks weren’t much to write home about. Between loans, […]
One of the reasons crocheting is so appealing to many crafters is the basic fact that making handmade can be a lot cheaper than buying items at the store. Plus, you get to add your own personal touch to everything you make. However, what if I had some tips that made your crocheting even better? […]
