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10 Songs About Crochet and Other Music for Crafting

Last Updated on: September 1, 2023 by Hannah Ege

Listen to songs about crochet, knitting, and other crafts while you work on your latest project!

High-Fashion Crochet by Helen Rodel: Tradition With an Edge

Last Updated on: June 21, 2023 by Kelsey Mlnarik

I love the crochet work done by designer Helen Rodel. She puts amazing crochet and knitwear on the runway in stunning colors, incorporating amazing textures and makes it look super edgy but still wearable every time.

10 Crochet American Flag Stories for 4th of July

Last Updated on: August 30, 2023 by Kathryn

I did this last year but I wanted to do it again because it seems like a good way to celebrate 4th of July. So here’s my roundup of crochet-related American flag stories.

1. Mary Dippolito: Crocheting Flags All Day

Back in 2011 I wrote about this then-72-year-old woman who was crocheting flags up to 18 hours a day to help support herself as she tried to live on social security but more important to help calm her mind as she dealt with the reality of her daughter dying of AIDS.

2. American Flag Blanket Donations

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“On June 19 (2013), The Plainville Senior Center’s Knit and Crochet class, led by Evelyn Morin, made and donated lap blankets and afghans, created to look like the American flag, to the Veteran’s Hospital in Newington. The volunteers in charge of welcoming new residents were thrilled to receive these beautiful handmade afghans, and they will be part of the welcome baskets handed out when a Veteran moves in. These gifts are given to make the residents feel comfortable and safe in their new homes.” Read More.

3. Best of Show Crochet Flag

I adored the sweet 2007 forum post that reads, in part, “My wife Linda is very talented at crochet work. Last year she won 29 1st out of 30 entry’s in two county fairs. This year she is going for “Best of Show” in the Oregon State Fair. She has been crocheting this American Flag for over a year now with the goal of taking Best in Show at the state fair. It is the size of a queen size bed.”

Interview with Simply Sweet Crochet Author Cony Larsen

Last Updated on: October 18, 2022 by Kathryn

At the beginning of the month I did a review/ giveaway of Simply Sweet Crochet: Boutique Designs for Little Girls by Cony Larsen. At the end of this post I’m announcing the three giveaway winners of that great crochet book but first I’m happy to share with you an exclusive interview with the author.

Crochet Author Interview

Q: This is your fourth crochet book in addition to your series of 5 crochet edgings books. Wow! I’d love to know how you stay so prolific and productive. And can you give us a brief description of how this book differs from the previous ones.

I think staying productive is all about staying tuned in to what inspires you, and I have plenty of people and things that do that. For example, my grandchildren are a great source of inspiration to me. I’m also inspired by my garden, and of course, my love of textiles and fibers from Guatemala, which is where I’m from. I truly find inspiration all around me, and I’m grateful for that.

With Simply Sweet I want beginners to move to the next level of crochet with simple new techniques, such as crocheting around a ponytail, creating different fabric textures with simple changes on well known stitches, and of course, the layout is new, and beautiful!

Q: I know that you crochet to help others after being inspired by the newborns in need in Honduras a few years ago. Can you describe a bit about the experience of crafting for others.

I always find satisfaction in doing things that will make my family’s (or someone else’s) stay on this earth a happy experience. It’s the purpose of our being. Crocheting has blessed my life since I was six years old, and I love sharing this skill to help others.

Q: I want people to know about your awesome “Love One, Give One” deal. Can you share more about that?

Barbara De Pirro: Crochet Art From Reclaimed Materials

Last Updated on: August 30, 2023 by Kelsey Mlnarik

I’m adoring the work of crochet artist Barbara De Pirro who works with plarn placed in nature to create stunning images and send a message.

Mar y Sol Bags: Handmade, Fair Trade Crochet Products

Last Updated on: November 21, 2022 by Kelsey Mlnarik

I love fair trade crochet, which refers to crochet that is done by artisans in other countries who are treated fairly, given a living wage and able to use their creative skills to earn money.

10 Most Adorable Animals Outfitted in Crochet

Last Updated on: October 18, 2022 by Kathryn

You’ve seen me put puppies in crochet but they aren’t the only pets that people make crochet cozy cuteness for. In fact, animals don’t even need to be pets to get decked out in crochet. Here are ten different animals looking cute in their crochet coziness:

1. Injured Kitten Crochet

This little kitten was injured by a crow and rescued and was adorned with this little crochet mushroom costume during the healing process. It was to keep her still during her feeding tube time. Sadly I learned that she died a few months later but what cuteness while they tried to save her.

2. Crochet for Tortoise Shells

Katie Bradley makes colorful tortoise shell crochet covers … and a bunch of others are following her lead.