Never Too Old to Learn to CrochetAs I sit under this old crocheted quilt, I am reminded of teaching my grandma how to crotchet. She was a single mom and worked all her life in the box factory making boxes to feed and raise my dad. Grandma had retired about a year earlier.
Yarn Wrapped Coffee Can Mummy Candy DishThis was so much fun, and I was able to do it while watching TV! It was made with a lot of white yarn, a little gray, and some black for the eyes. I loved the way it turned out!
Champagne Cork Crochet Hook SaversTo prevent dropped crochet hooks from rolling under furniture, getting lost in seat cushions, or even under the bucket seats in a car, drill a small hole in a champagne cork with your wine bottle opener and stick the end of a crochet hook in it. When it drops it stays in place.
New Baby FrameI made this for a friend's new grandnephew, Luciano. It's time intensive, but I love how it turned out.
Yarn Cozy PocketI love blue jeans pockets. I sewed two strips of fabric to a pocket, salvaged from a pair of jeans, and put Velcro on the ends. Now my yarn holds it's own crochet hook and scissors :)
Crocheting Using Graphs and ChartsThis might look intimidating, but is very easy, using up your stash of scrap yarn. You only need to know how to chain stitch and single crochet.
Time For Tea Lace GlovesThese delicate, scalloped lace gloves are sure to wow at your next fancy luncheon or tea party! What may surprise you even more, is that they are very simple to make. So grab your hook, get comfortable and get ready to dress to impress!
Shell Crochet Infant HatI wanted to make a hat for a gift and needed a larger infant size. I googled on the internet for patterns and found this one. It is suppose to fit infants 6-12 months. The shell detail would show much better with yarn that isn't fuzzy. The yarn is very soft and fun.
Crochet Hooded ScarfThis will make it a little harder to misplace your winter gear. Hat and scarf all in one! If you can double crochet, than you can make this, no special skills required. This is one size fits most, child through adult. Stay warm!
Tunisian Crocheted SpongesThis is a fast and fun pattern. It is crocheted using the Tunisian or afghan stitch for a nice textured look. Some people actually think this stitch technique strongly resembles knitting.
Crochet Heart BookmarkWho couldn't use another bookmark? I created this pattern because I needed more bookmarks. I think crocheted hearts are darling, I love being able to put tiny scraps to good use. I also love super quick projects, and I think these would make nice gifts.
Working Man's CowlI made this pattern for my husband. He has to work outside a lot and sometimes in blizzard conditions. He can't have scarf ends in the way of his power tools, so I thought a thick cowl would be better. He agreed!
Easy Newborn Crocheted BootiesQuick, easy, and oh so fun to make. These would be a great shower gift for that sweet little bundle. Baby princes would be just as proud to wear them if you left the flower off and crocheted in blue.
Easy Sashay ScarfI have always loved the look of these scarves! Now that I figured out how to make them, I love them even more! If you can slip stitch, you can make this scarf. It is super easy, try it, you won't be sorry!
Saucer and Cup Place MatI often serve just a coffee and small meal so a big place mat isn't practical. I came up with this for one of my year long scrap crafts and thought this might be a good idea for the upcoming holidays.
Autumn WreathThis wreath is a combination of fall flowers and veggies, plus some leaves and love.
Crochet Hat Tissue CoverTo save money on Kleenex when my children were little, for blowing little noses to wiping dribbles and messy fingers, I would substitute toilet tissue. To keep it handy, I came up with this hat to cover the roll.
Ideas For Crocheted ChainsI am sad to say that over 3 years ago, I received a request for samples of what can be made with crocheted chains. Just two days after that, I was flying across country to spend five months with my former in laws.
Remembering Crochet Hook Size on ProjectsI usually have a half dozen or so crochet projects going all at once, and sometimes don't recall the size hook I was using. I've started keeping the plastic bread closing tabs and writing the hook size on it and attaching it to my project during construction.
Crocheted ScarvesI do crochet for various local charities in my area. I'm supported by the ladies of my church who help by supplying the yarn needed to make these items.
Crochet With Old T-ShirtsI like to crochet rag rugs out of fabric scraps. However, you always have to deal with the edges fraying. I got an idea. My husband had about 11 old colored cotton tee shirts. I cut them up in 1 1/2 inch strips going around and around.
