Isn't this just the greatest blanket? It's made entirely of solid color crocheted granny squares to give the 8-bit look. If you know any Mario Brothers fans this is a fast way to make a cool looking blanket/throw for them. You can take granny squares with you to work on almost anywhere, while you wait in a doctor's office or at a soccer game, … [Read more...]
Darling Easter Chicks to Crochet
I wish I'd seen this before Easter, but you have a head start for next Easter if you want to make these! They are so cute & don't take advanced skill to make. Love them!Click title for link to this free pattern at Redheart. They are meant to sit atop eggs, but they'd make great decor anywhere. The kids will want to turn them into finger … [Read more...]
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle to Crochet
Now this is just darn cute. You might know someone who would love to receive this as a gift. Great to decorate a cubicle! This might be enough to get me to actually learn to crochet. Click here for link at WolfDreamer for the complete directions. And you can change the color of the mask to make different Ninja Turtles. … [Read more...]
The 5 1/2 Hour Throw to Crochet
A throw can add a lot of style to a room and is a perfect way to add an accent color. This is a beautiful throw you can whip up while watching tv. Or take it along with you for doctor appointments, etc. so you can use your time while you are waiting. It's amazing how much you can get done in waiting rooms! It also helps you to be more calm … [Read more...]
Crochet Easy Fitting Belt to Add Pizzazz to Your Outfits
If you are experienced at crochet you can make this really pretty belt in not very much time. It's nice to wear loosely draped with a sweater or dress. Tres chic!You don't have to use the wooden rings if you don't want to; just make it long enough to tie without them. Or add smaller rings if you don't want the big ones. You could also make a … [Read more...]
Chic Hat and Scarf to Crochet or Knit
I think this scarf & hat combo are crocheted, but you could probably find a knitting pattern that is similar. They look really great in the marled wool. Super job by the young woman wearing them.Click title for link at WhatIWore, a fashion blog that's fun to follow. I like that she buys some of her clothes at GoodWill and refashions them a bit. … [Read more...]
Crochet this Amazing Jellyfish
I can't stop looking at this "jellyfish" crocheted from many colors of yarn. It is an art piece on display at a gallery, but I wouldn't mind having one in my office! Just gorgeous. The tentacles of the "Portuguese Man-of-War" are shaped wonderfully by the crochet process. Thre is no pattern, but I think you could play with this to make your … [Read more...]