My Son’s Wedding Blanket Is Three Months Late and Counting
I'm busy working on my Christmas chaos blanket as part of a crochet along with a friend from work. I'm also making some little…
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39 Hexi Cardigan Crochet Patterns: Enhance Your Skills with Unique Designs
Hexi Cardigan Crochet Pattern: Enhance Your Skills with Unique Designs.
The Granny Ripple Blanket I Turned to When My Husband Was Sick
When I first started crocheting, I became frustrated because I wasn't very good at it. My tension…
Macramé Lace Knotted on a Pinned Cushion
Two macramé patterns from The Dictionary of Needlework, worked row by row over pins stuck into a…
13 Crochet Pencil Case Patterns with Pouches and Wristlets
This roundup covers pencil cases, box pouches, wristlets, and hook cases.
The $250 of Bulky Yarn I Ended Up Giving Away
Now you have to realize I've been doing this for several years, and it seems to escalate…
I Followed My Pumpkin Spice Blanket Pattern Exactly
I’m an instruction-kind of gal. This applies to anything in my life, whether I’m reading music and…
39 Star Blanket Crochet Pattern: Create Cozy Heirlooms for Your Loved Ones
Star Blanket Crochet Pattern: Create Cozy Heirlooms for Your Loved Ones.
My $75 Pumpkin Spice Blanket Took Almost 200 Hours
Okay, you've heard me talk a lot lately about this fall pumpkin spice blanket. I officially completed…
How Schoolchildren Were Taught to Sew On a Button
A Standard IV needlework lesson from 1893, written for the teacher: how to demonstrate a button, its…
21 Crochet Shrug Patterns with Lace, Bell Sleeves, and Granny Squares
This roundup covers crochet shrug patterns in lace, bell sleeve, and granny square styles.
Why My Family Knows Not to Talk When I’m Counting Stitches
Trying to fit in a hobby for anyone can be kind of a challenge. I don't get…