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Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Knitted Wet/Dry Mop Cover
Tired of buying refill pads for your wet/dry mop? Knit
one instead! Added to Knitting
Miscellaneous Projects
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Tuesday, March 03, 2009
Crochet Tab Top Curtains Pattern
I need curtains for my den. The windows face the backyard, so no privacy
concerns -- just looking for something to add color, dress up the
windows, and you know, pull the room together. A tall order for mere
window decor, I know, but then, I found this pattern for Crochet
Tab Top Curtains. I love the way the three colors blend together.
It's gotta help pull this multi-use room together!
Added to Home Decor
Crochet Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Thursday, February 19, 2009
Blonde Bombshell Knitted Doll Dress
Honestly, a fun
and flirty dress to knit for Barbie dolls, though it does bear a
passing resemblance to film femme fatale of yore. Added to Doll-making
and Knitting projects
Categories: Doll-Making, Knitting and Crochet
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Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Valentine's Day Crafts - Gifts and Decorations
Candy
Cane Hearts - Use up leftover mini candy canes in this fun craft
XOXO
Jar - Environmentally savvy crafting, using a recycled jar and craft
supplies that you probably already have around the house.
Sweet
Heart Crochet Pattern - So cute! Crochet a few for a garland.
Crochet
Box of Chocolates - Hee hee! Couldn't resist this one!
Beaded
Heart Candleholder - Fun, no pattern needed design
Painted
Valentine Hanging Plaque - Pretty enough to display year-round
Categories: Beading and Jewelry-making, Candle-making, Holiday Crafts, Knitting and Crochet, Painting, Recycled Crafts, Valentine's Day Crafts
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Friday, January 16, 2009
Mittens, Mittens, Mittens!
Happy winter! It is very cold here, so naturally my thoughts turned to
mittens... and hot cocoa. Let's talk about mittens first - here's a
great group of all things mitten-ish! By the way, homemade
cocoa is really easy and delicious!
Have a wool sweater that is too worn or outgrown to wear again? Turn it
into Mittens,
Cut and Sewn from Shrunken Sweaters. It is an easy project to
machine or hand sew. Added to Sewing
Projects and Recycled
Crafts
Walk in the snow with your sweetie and keep warm holding hands with the Lovers'
Mitten Added to Knitting
Projects
These Crochet
Mittens are designed for a women's size small, though you can modify
them. They're crocheted in parts and then crocheted together. Great way
to use up leftover yarn. Added to Crochet
Projects
Ultra-practical, though a bit challenging, Broad
Street Mittens, turn into "hobo" gloves when you need to get keys
out of your purse, put on chapstick, etc, etc. Added to Knitting
Projects
Protect your fingers from hot drinks and keep them extra warm, too when
you knit a Coffee
Sweater Added to Knitting
Projects
Rather stay inside and get some crafts done? Me, too! Cross-stitch these Gingerbread
Man Mittens for a sweet gift. I think this chart would also work up
nicely in plastic canvas for a Christmas tree ornament or package
decoration. Added to Needlecrafts
Projects
While you're keeping the homefires burning, enjoy this cute
video of Martha Stewart making Monster Mittens with a chatty
first-grader who steals the show. Close the video to view the
directions and pattern. Added
to Sewing Projects
If your kids always lose their mittens, perhaps they'll hang on to them
if you turn them into puppets with these animal and people puppet knitted
additions. Added to Knitting
Projects
Most little girls will love these Bunny
Hat and Paw Mittens. Too precious! Also great for a cold weather
Halloween costume. Added to Sewing
and Halloween Projects
The inevitable lost mitten can be turned into cute
puppets using felt and fabric glue. Added to Kids
Crafts and Recycled
Crafts
Finally, when it's just too cold to go outside, keep them busy with mitten-themed
activities. Added to Kids
Crafts
Categories: Halloween Crafts, Kids Crafts, Knitting and Crochet, Needlework, Recycled Crafts, Sewing
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Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Crochet Clothespin Angel
Crochet this cute Clothespin
Angel for your Christmas tree or for nice little Christmas gifts.
Added to Christmas Crafts
and Crochet Patterns
Categories: Christmas Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Wednesday, December 03, 2008
Crochet Beaded Popcorn Garland
Add a homey and unique touch to your Christmas decorations by crocheting
a Beaded
Popcorn Garland. Great use of leftover yarn and beads. Added to
Crochet Patterns and Christmas Crafts
Categories: Christmas Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Sunday, September 28, 2008
Stylish Crochet Simple Tunic Pattern
Crochet this stylish Simple
Tunic for the winter months. Advanced pattern, but so great-looking!
Added to Crochet Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Thursday, September 25, 2008
Find Local Yarn Stores - Knitmap.com
So simple - so handy - enter your zipcode, city or address, and see a
map and list of local yarn shops. Try it today at Knitmap.com
Added to Knitting
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Sunday, July 20, 2008
Felted Cat Basket Knitting Pattern
Scroll down for photos of these lovely and useful Knitted
Felted Cat Baskets. Added to Knitting
Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet, Pets Crafts
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Monday, July 14, 2008
Rainbow Waves Crochet Afghan Pattern
Use up some leftover yarn and crochet a colorful Rainbow
Waves Afghan. Added to Crochet
Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Amigurumi! Super Happy Crochet Cute Pattern Book
I just picked up this cheeky
and cheery crochet book, and it made me a smile a bunch. Not just
because the projects are so so cute and quirky -- the patterns are
well-written, too. Plus, they use inexpensive, available-everywhere
worsted weight yarn. What's not to love?
The patterns do range in complexity, they start out easiest with some
adorable edibles. The first project is a carrot. You may never have
known that you wanted to crochet a carrot, but I advise it. First, it's
darn cute, and second, it will help you learn how to do amigurami, which
just means oddly cute crochet items usually done in a tight gauge and
crocheted in a round.
The carrot, strawberry, cheeseburger and even the fish skeleton, are
warm-ups for the cuddly animals. I'm very partial to the piglet. The big
eyes and colorful polka dots are just too charming. Of course, the fawn
will touch the heart of any Bambi-watching loyal American, it's really
that nice.
The final and most difficult section is the humanioids. Choose from a
cat, a monkey, a rabbit, and a girl bear. They've got cute outfits that
are both a challenge to crochet and a joy to customize. The possibilites
are endless for creating your own unique twist.
Definitely
the best book that I've seen in the cuteness craze that is Amigurami.
Categories: Crafts Book Reviews, Doll-Making, Knitting and Crochet
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Thursday, June 05, 2008
World Wide Knit in Public Day
Be proud and go Knit in Public on June 14. Host your own event or find one in your area. Added to Knitting
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Sunday, May 25, 2008
Prayer Shawls Patterns - Crochet and Knitting
Here are several patterns for Prayer Shawls - Crochet
Patterns and Knitting
Patterns. Added to Crochet
and Knitting Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet, Pets Crafts
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Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Vintage Crochet Miss Hawaii Doll Outfit Pattern
Surprisingly cute, crochet a vintage Miss Hawaii doll outfit, complete with lei and "grass" skirt. Added to Doll-Making and Crochet Patterns
Categories: Doll-Making, Knitting and Crochet
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Crochet Dog Booties
Save this pattern for Crochet Dog Booties for Christmas gifts for the little dogs on your list. Added to Crochet Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet, Pets Crafts
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Monday, May 19, 2008
American Flag Socks Knitting Pattern
Get ready for Memorial Day with these cheery American Flag Socks. Added to Knitting Patterns and Patriotic Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Saturday, April 19, 2008
Kool-Aid Yarn Dyeing
Fully illustrated directions to dye
yarn using Kool-Aid packets or other drink mixes. Creative! Added
to Knitting and Crochet
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Knitted Baby Hoodie Blanket Pattern
Here's a great new baby gift because 1) it's washable, and 2) you can
customize lots of ways. Added the Baby
Hoodie Blanket to Knitting
Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Tuesday, April 08, 2008
Embroidered Crochet and Knitting Patterns
From the PBS Knit and Crochet Today are a few patterns
featuring embroidery stitches on crocheting and knitting. It creates
a stunning look. My favorite is the Snowflake Afghan. Added to Crochet
and Knitting Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Friday, March 28, 2008
Caution Tape Knitted Scarf
You may know someone who this unique scarf is perfect for, and you'll know
it when you see this Caution
Tape Knitted Scarf Added to Knitting Patterns
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Friday, March 21, 2008
Knit Pocket Vest
Perfect for early spring weather in the Northeast US (windy and cold),
knit this cosy
zippered vest with pockets in a weekend. This pattern also comes in
kids sizes. Added to Knitting
Patterns.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Monday, March 17, 2008
Crochet Baby Birdie Mobile
Awww - Know anyone expecting? You simply must crochet this Baby
Birdie Mobile! Added to Crochet
Patterns and Baby Crafts.
Categories: Baby Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Saturday, March 08, 2008
Lil Lamb Steel Wool Holder Crochet
Crochet a cuteLil
Lamb to hold lots of things - scrubbie, earrings, paper clips,
jellybeans, etc. Added to Easter
Crafts and Crochet
Patterns
Categories: Easter Crafts, Holiday Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Monday, February 25, 2008
Crochet Striped Kids Hoodie Sweater Pattern
This adorable crochet
striped kids hoodie sweater pattern is for sizes 2, 4, and 6. Added
to Crochet Patterns.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Crochet Peacock Buffet Scarf
Looking for a challenge? Crochet this stunning vintage
peacock pattern, in crochet cotton. Added to Crochet
Patterns.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Loom Knitting Instructions
If you've wanted to try one of those peg frame looms for knitting, here's
a great set of Loom
Knitting Instructions Added to Knitting
and Crochet
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Saturday, January 12, 2008
Knit and Crochet One Skein Hat and Scarf Patterns
Thoughtfully, Joann craft stores has provided both knitting
and crochet
patterns for a cosy One Skein Hat and Scarf. Both are in pdf format.
Added to Crochet and
Knitting patterns.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Thursday, January 03, 2008
Knitted SquiPod iPod Cozy Pattern
Hee hee! Keep your iPod toasty this winter with this amazing Knitted
SquiPod iPod Cozy Pattern. Added to Knitting
patterns.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Monday, December 17, 2007
Crochet Christmas Card Ornament
Here's a quick and easy project - Crochet Christmas Card Ornament Super for beginner crocheters. If you left the back blank, they could also be perfect for gift tags. Added to Christmas
Crafts and Crochet.
Categories: Christmas Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Crochet Snowflake Afghan
Make this Crochet
Snowflake Afghan now, and you can use it throughout the winter. It's
cheery and cozy. Added to Christmas
Crafts and Crochet.
Categories: Christmas Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Monday, August 13, 2007
Sunday, July 08, 2007
One Skein Wonders - 101 Yarn Shop Favorites Crafts Book Review
One Skein Wonders - 101 Yarn Shop Favorites
Everyone has orphan skeins. Leftover yarn too pretty or interesting or
costly to give away. I keep mine in a nice basket, though it's usually
overflowing. Sometimes, I wonder why I can't let them go find new homes
where they won't be ignored. Sometimes, I feel a little guilty about the
clutter of miscellaneous balls of yarn.
Now, I've shed my guilt, and I have a new purpose in my knitting life,
thanks to one adorable book, "One
Skein Wonders - 101 Yarn Shop Favorites." You, too, can let go of
your orphan yarn and make socks, hats, scarves, baby sweaters, belts,
jewelry, arm warmers, purses, and much more.
Need a quick gift or an interesting challenge? It's easy to match your
orphan (or new) skein to a pattern. The 101 patterns are sorted by yarn
weight and type:
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Bulky Weight Yarns
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Heavy Worsted Yarns
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Worsted Mohair Yarns
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Worsted Weight Yarns
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Sport Weight Yarns
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Fingering Weight Yarns
-
Novelty Yarns
Oh, did I say buy new yarn? It's just one skein... Maybe some cashmere.
Or is that fun novelty yarn calling your name?
With so many patterns in one book that use just one skein or less,
there's something for almost every type of knitter:
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Coaster set
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Hats
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Baby Sweaters
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Shawls
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Bags
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Purses
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Headbands
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Socks
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Collars
-
Caps
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Gift Bag
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Shells
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Shrugs
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Cell Phone Carrier
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Flowers
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Ponchos
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Ice Scraper Mitt
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Mittens
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Tea Cozy
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Booties
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Cowl
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Home Decor
Browse the 101 patterns by yarn weight or by photo. The table of
contents is sorted by yarn weight and color photos are together in the
middle of the book. Each photo lists the page number of the pattern. The
patterns have small photos of the item for reference. The book is very
easy to use and fun to leaf through. See
a sampling of free patterns from the book's website.
Yarn shops across the US contributed the patterns, which shows in the
diversity of styles, yarns, and skill levels. If you enjoy yarn shops
like I do, you'll appreciate the listing and descriptions of all yarn
shop contributors. Maybe I can visit one or two on my travels here and
there. Must keep this list handy!
If you need to brush up on a technique or two, a handy glossary with
diagrams is included.
Overall, a lively and fun knitting book with a diversity of patterns in
yarn type, skill level, and complexity. Enjoy!
One
Skein Wonders - 101 Yarn Shop Favorites
Categories: Crafts Book Reviews, Knitting and Crochet
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Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Knitted Baby Boy Outfit
Adorable
baby boy outfit to knit. It's sized for a one-year old. Take my
advice - don't wait to make it if you have a little one to knit for - my
6 month old baby is 20+ pounds and 28 inches. He's wearing 12 month
sizes now. Added to Knitting
and Baby Crafts
Categories: Baby Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Saturday, June 09, 2007
Amigurumi Cat aka Amineko
Amigurumi is a Japanese style of crochet that is done in rounds to make
cute items. An amigurumi
cat is also called an amineko. Enough vocab - trust me, it's cute
and fun. Added to Crochet
and Knitting.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Friday, June 08, 2007
Lion Brand Yarn speaker program available for NY area clubs
Thought I'd pass on this interesting opportunity. Sounds great! The
Lion Brand Yarn company (http://www.lionbrand.com) today announced a new
guest speaker program for knitting and crochet clubs in the New York,
Tri State area that have 50 or more members. The worlds largest home
knitting and crochet yarn manufacturer is offering their Vice President
as a guest speaker to qualified organizations, free of charge. Topics
include: Fashion trends in knitting and crochet, new yarns, products and
services. Each talk includes gift packets and coupons for club members.
Lion Brand also donates the yarn samples used for each talk to each club
for use in charity projects.
"This new speaker program gives us a unique opportunity to not only
share the latest trends in hand knitting and crochet, but also get
feedback from people who actively knit and crochet." said Jack
Blumenthal, Vice President of Lion Brand Yarn. "This is an exciting
opportunity for us to give back to the community of knitting and crochet
enthusiasts."
Knitting and crochet clubs interested in participating in the Lion Brand
guest speaker program, need to have at least 50 members and be located
in the New York Tri state area to qualify. To schedule a speaker
engagement, clubs should contact Jack Blumenthal at
Jack@lionbrandyarn.com . Each club is encouraged to include detailed
information about their organization. Availability is on a first come
first served basis and each club must meet the minimum qualification
requirements.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Crochet Halloween Treat Bags
Cute beginner project to crochet
drawstring treat bags for Halloween in pdf file format. This pattern
would be great favors for other occasions in different colors, too.
Added to Crochet and Halloween
Crafts
Categories: Halloween Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Friday, February 23, 2007
Friday, February 09, 2007
Beaton's Book of Needlework from 1870
The Gutenberg Project lists thousands of out-of-copyright books online
for free download. I found this gem from 1870 - "Beaton's
Book of Needlework." It includes illustrated directions and
patterns for embroidery, tatting, crochet, knitting, and several other
obscure lacemaking and needlework arts. Added to Crochet
and Knitting and Needlework.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet, Needlework
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Monday, January 29, 2007
Friday, January 26, 2007
Crochet Coin Purse
Quick and easy coin
purse to crochet in chenille yarn. It's a cutie. Added to Crochet
and Knitting
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Monday, October 09, 2006
Crochet Hoop Earrings
Several variations with this unique pattern to
crochet onto hoop earrings. Use beads or not, plus a fuller version, too.
Great way to use up bits of crochet thread. Added to
Crochet and Jewelry-making.
Categories: Beading and Jewelry-making, Knitting and Crochet
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Wednesday, October 04, 2006
Knitted Baby Earflap Hat
Winter's coming and here's a cute way to keep their little head nice and
cosy. This
baby earflap hat looks like it will stay on their head, too. Added to
Knitting and Baby Crafts.
Categories: Baby Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Monday, September 25, 2006
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
Sock Monkey Hat and Scarf
Knit
a cute hat and scarf for your sock monkey. Added to
Knitting and Crochet.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Thursday, September 07, 2006
Crochet Purse Necklace
Easy enough to touch young girl to crochet, and sweet enough to make
yourself as a quick gift. It's a
cute necklace purse. Added to
Crochet and Knitting.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Friday, September 01, 2006
Knitting - Two Needle Cabled Cast On
Need a little help learning to cast on? Or a neat way to cast on many
stitches? Try the
2 needle cabled cast on method. Added to
Crochet and Knitting.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Thursday, August 10, 2006
Crochet Socks
Now crocheters can make
warm and cosy socks for the winter with this clever pattern. Added to
Crochet and Knitting
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Tuesday, August 08, 2006
AllCrafts.net Arts & Crafts Review The Happy Hooker Crochet Book
The Happy Hooker by Debbie Stoller
Humble crochet is due for a resurgence. I know, I've said it before, but
this book of modern crochet certainly shows it. The patterns in this
book are fresh and different. If you're an experienced crocheting, you
will be happy buying this book for the shapely sweaters, cool hats,
unique baby items, and other interesting patterns.
If you haven't crocheted, or have just crocheted a little, this book is
a comprehensive primer on exactly how to do it, how it differs from
knitting, and what you need to get started. Not much is necessary, and
there's a great explanation of different yarns and hooks.
Though I grew up with crochet, I enjoyed reading about the history of
crochet and what types of item crochet makes best - lacy items and
sturdy items, but not stretchy ones.
Crochet, through the years, has been taught from person to person. It's
probably easiest to learn from someone else. But, if you can learn from
a book, this book may be the one. The instructions are conversational
and full of little tips. Different methods of holding the yarn and
creating the basic stitches are also explained.
The instructions chapters start with a chain stitch, move into single
crochet, then into types of double and triple crochet. Adding yarn,
increasing and decreasing are also demonstrated. Fancy stitches like
shell, popcorn, ribbing, spike stitch, and even granny squares are
explained. Tapestry and filet crochet are shown, along with the afghan
stitch. The instructions finish with all the info you need to finish a
project - joining pieces, seaming, buttonholes, blocking, and more. It
is very comprehensive!
Let's talk patterns. The designs are from a variety of the new breed of
pattern designers, and they vary a bit in their styles. There are more
than 40 patterns, sorted by category. Each pattern lists the weight of
the yarn used, which is nice to see.
The scarves and shawls patterns are nice, and the hats are cool enough
for teenagers and boys. The bags and totes are unique and mostly
retro-modern.
I really liked the clothing in the Spring & Summer and Fall & Winter
sections. The summer tops, halters, tanks and t-shirts, are very cute,
and similar to what I've seen in stores. The often-requested crochet
bikini is vintage style, and includes a carrying bag. The Fall and
Winter sweaters are not boxy, and do not look homemade. Your favorite
guy might even wear the jolly roger sweater. The "Unseamly Sweater" is
shaped through changing stitch patterns. The only seams are at the
underarms and armholes.
Patterns for accessories include a wide corset belt, fluffy bunny
slippers, wire jewelry and more. Home, gifts and baby items are rather
miscellaneous. The sock monkey baby set is a nice change from
traditional baby layettes, while still being very cute.
Crocheters of all levels can find something to enjoy in this book. The
instructions and reference are valuable to have on your shelf, and there
are probably a few patterns for everyone. I even enjoyed reading it.
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Wednesday, July 26, 2006
Thursday, July 13, 2006
Apache Tears Afghan Pattern
Nice afghan
pattern with alternating stripes. The stitch is pretty enough to
make it in a solid color, too. Added to
Crochet patterns.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Saturday, June 17, 2006
Wednesday, June 07, 2006
Crochet Plastic Bag Tote
No one will know you crocheted
this tote from plastic grocery bags unless you tell them. Then, they'll
want one. Added to Crochet
.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Friday, May 26, 2006
Crochet Jacket
Here's another request from our message boards -
a crochet jacket. Added to
Crochet and Knitting patterns.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Vintage Crochet Bikini
I found this cute
vintage crochet bikini for someone on our message boards. Added to
Crochet & Knitting.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Wednesday, May 17, 2006
Crochet Baby Booties
Cute
little booties made mostly with double crochet. Added to
Crochet and Knitting.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Wednesday, May 03, 2006
Guideposts Knit for Kids Project
Knit a sweater for a child that needs one. Guideposts magazine provides
the
free pattern and distributes the sweaters around the world. Added to
Crochet and Knitting.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Saturday, April 29, 2006
AllCrafts.net Arts & Crafts Review - Michael's Book of Needlecrafts
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The Michaels Book of Needlecrafts- Knitting,
Crochet & Embroidery
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Well, this is a big book! More than 300 pages of knitting, crochet
and embroidery. Truly, it is three books in one.
Each section begins with a comprehensive set of instructions for
that craft. Large drawings show the stitches and other details.
The knitting section covered one of my pet peeves - what if I
can't get the yarn they use in the pattern? An article gives tips
and ideas to make good substitutions. Each pattern has a color
photo and sometimes a few. The patterns have summary info at the
beginning - skill level, sizes, supplies and tools needed. I have
one quibble with the book - the table of contents is very short
and doesn't provide a list of the patterns. The patterns are
listed in an appendix at the back.
The knitting patterns are varied. All the standards are included-
afghans, hats, mittens, scarves, shawls, socks, sweaters and
vests. Other patterns include a dog sweater and collar, Ipod
holder, purses, wire jewelry, and purses.
I think crochet has become a hot craft, and the authors seem to
agree. The crochet patterns are interesting and modern. Even
though the arm warmers done in a fuzzy yarn look like hairy arms.
And the Santa's stocking is rainbow-striped and has individual
toes... I liked all the rest very much. The baby clothes look cute
and probably work up quickly. The patterns also include hats,
ponchos, purses, sweaters, tops, a backpack, pillow, shawl, and a
jacket to name a few. The beach cover-up was stylish, and the
crochet trim for a store-bought top was different.
The embroidery instructions are comprehensive. Many types of
stitches along with bead embroidery, ribbon embroidery and
hardanger are illustrated. Most of the projects are embellishments
for pre-made items. They range from elegant to quirky and fun.
Embroidered jeans and beaded tops are popular now and both are
covered here. Many types of items go under the needle - mittens,
napkins, pillows, purses, paper, sweaters, towels, and tote bags.
A few of the purses are handmade, with the patterns included. The
embroidered greeting card and scrapbook embellishments add
dimension to your papercrafts.
The Michaels Book of Needlecrafts - Knitting, Crochet & Embroidery
is a very solid and worthwhile book for your library. If you're
already involved in one of the crafts, it's a great way to learn
the others, while getting a good set of patterns.
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Categories: Crafts Book Reviews, Knitting and Crochet, Needlework, Newsletter
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Wednesday, April 05, 2006
Knifty Knitter Resources
Have you tried needle-less knitting? These round looms are very popular.
See what you can make with
these resources. Added to
Knitting.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Monday, April 03, 2006
Knitted Bunny Doll
Cute Bunny
Doll is perfect for Easter or anytime. Added to
Easter Crafts and Knitting
.
Categories: Easter Crafts, Knitting and Crochet
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Thursday, March 16, 2006
How to make a Spool Knitter
Here's a great way to introduce kids to knitting. First, let them make
their own spool knitter. Directions for using it are at the bottom of the
project. Added to
Knitting projects.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Crochet Doll Face Potholder
We've had several requests for this pattern in
our forums. It's
a nostalgic pattern you may remember from Grandma's kitchen. Added to
Crochet projects.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Monday, January 30, 2006
How to Teach Crochet
Great directions and simple pattern to help anyone
learn or teach crochet. Added to beginner crochet section of Crochet page
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Monday, January 23, 2006
Free Dollhouse Crochet and Knitting Patterns
Miniature
knitting and
crochet patterns for your dollhouse. Right now, they have candy canes, a
snood, a square doily, a skirt, and a baby bonnet listed. Added to
Crochet and Knitting and
Dollmaking pages.
Categories: Doll-Making, Knitting and Crochet
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Sunday, January 01, 2006
Crochet Dog Poncho
Not your usual dog sweater. Kick it up a notch with this cute
poncho. Added to Crochet
and Knitting, in the Pet patterns in the Crochet section.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet, Pets Crafts
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Monday, November 14, 2005
AllCrafts.net Arts & Crafts Book Review - New Knits on the Block: A Guide to Knitting What Kids Really Want
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New Knits on the Block: A Guide to Knitting What Kids Really Want
by Vickie Howell
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I hesitated to review a knitting pattern book, since I cannot
vouch for each pattern and patterns are essentially the book. But
this book suprised me and charmed me. There are 25 projects for
children. No sweaters and scarves, just costumes and toys and
silly things for kids.
The projects are mostly beginner to intermediate. They're rated by
how much time needed to complete the project. Here's some of the
patterns included:
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Fireman hat
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Mermaid outfit
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Unicorn hat
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King's crown
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Tool set with pouch
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Super kid cape
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Ancient Egyptian outfit
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Knight costume
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Pirate bath set
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Alien tooth fairy pillow
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Robot jammie bag
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Hawaiian oufit
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Viking costume
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Sleeping bag
This book assumes that you can knit. The first chapter shows
special techniques like felting (used in a wizard's hat) and how
to knit i-cord. You may recognize the author from Knitty Gritty, a
knitting show on DIY Network.
Ready to knit something unique for the kids in your life? I think
you'll be pleased with this wonderful book.
New Knits on the Block: A Guide to Knitting What Kids Really Want
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Categories: Crafts Book Reviews, Knitting and Crochet, Newsletter
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Saturday, October 15, 2005
Lion Brand Yarn Ponchos Auctions for AmeriCares
The Lion Brand Yarn Company (http://www.lionbrand.com) listed
27 charity, poncho auctions on eBay this week. Each of the auctions
feature a one-of-a-kind, hand-made, poncho that was worn by a member of
the studio audience at the September 13th, 2005 taping of the new
"Martha" TV show in New York. Winning bidders will receive a poncho, an
8" x 10" photo of the Lion Brand staff wearing the ponchos on the set of
the Martha show taping and a letter from Lion Brand certifying that the
poncho was worn at the September 13th 2005 taping of "Martha" in
Manhattan.
Categories: Knitting and Crochet
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Sunday, May 15, 2005
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