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13 More Rainbow Colored Crochet Patterns

I love looking at rainbow-colored crochet. Back in April I rounded up 60 crochet patterns and photos inspired by the rainbow. But people are releasing new rainbow hued crochet patterns all of the time so I already have 13 new ones for you here today. Enjoy!

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Flo Recaps Her Sophie’s Universe Crochet Experience

A little while back, one of this blog’s readers, Flo, was in the midst of working on the Sophie’s Universe crochet project and shared some of her mid-project thoughts with us in a post that I did over on About.com Crochet. She’s since completed the popular crochet project and is back with an update and some tips.

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15+ Crochet Patterns for Animals

I have a lot of animals in my life. I volunteer with a friend’s dog doing animal-assisted therapy. I petsit for a few other dogs and cats. My brother runs a dog hiking business in Los Angeles, my mother works at an animal rescue in Tucson. So it’s probably no surprise that I always take notice of crochet patterns designed for pets and other animals.

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Interview with Crochet Artist Ann Benoot

Ann Benoot is a self-taught textile artist from Belgium who does terrific creative work with crochet art. She has been working on a beautiful series of crocheted Zentangle power animals that I find to be unique and interesting. In this interview, she tells us about the inspiration for those, her history with the craft and what it’s been like to find her creative voice.

Update Interview from Aurore on Crochet Health

If you’ve read my book, Crochet Saved My Life, then you’ve been introduced to Aurore who has used crochet to help her cope with auditory hallucinations and other symptoms of schizophrenia. Aurore recently got a new job and connected with me for an update that I wanted to share with you here today.

Crochet Patterns Inspired by Angels

Crochet Patterns Inspired by Angels: Crochet Inspiration

Whether you’re religious or not, Angels are often seen as protectors or used as symbols of hope and faith. Angel figures can often be comforting and caring to those who are experiencing difficult life situations or have lost a loved one, while simultaneously being beacons of joy and celebration for important life moments. Crochet angels …

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