Crochet Baby Cap Okefenokee
If you are a beginner, you can find a playlist for the basic crochet stitches by clicking on this link. Beginner Crochet Stitches
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Written by Teresa Richardson
Video Tutorial: Crochet Baby Cap Okefenokee
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I had the good fortune to run across this crocheters impressive baby hats today while walking at the mall. There are at least two shops at Chesterfield Mall that sell the wares of local artists. I always go in, looking for crochet. Seldom do I find any. There is the occasional scarf and cute baby booties. But, when I saw these little baby beanies, I knew I had to share them with you.
Baby Beanies from www.petalspearlslace.com
I have yet to meet this designer. If she appears at the upcoming Green With Indie Craft Fair, I might be able to track her down for an interview. In the meantime, I nosed around her website a bit more and found a number of things I like, including these colorful bags.
You can check out these and other pretties on Shirley’s website Petals, Pearls, & Lace .
I thought it was 'Finish' it Friday!
Things don’t always work out as planned. BUT, this is a good idea that we all should get behind – so that we don’t get behind. Most of us need help remaining motivated, especially when we have deadlines coming or have multiple projects on the front and back burners. I sure do! So, check out Lisa’s blog and see if you can motivate her and we can all motivate each other!
Read all the details here – then enter! Birgit has made such a pretty felted bag that she’s giving away. It would make a perfect gift for Valentine’s Day!
Felted Bag Giveaway
But hurry! The Giveaway is only open a few more days – til January 25, 2012!
Crochet Cap with Bear Ears – Medium Toddler
If you are a beginner, you can find a playlist for the basic crochet stitches by clicking on this link. Beginner Crochet Stitches
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Written by Teresa Richardson
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How adventurous are you? Would you dear to tear up the lampshade on an antique lamp and figure out how to create a new one in crochet? This would be a huge stretch for me. But, not for Laura!
Laura's Beautiful Crocheted Lampshade
Laura has taken the mystique out of this process for us by creating this great tutorial. Now, even the meekest crocheters among us can forge forward to salvage a lamp that might otherwise wind up in the landfill. Or, if you find a pretty lamp at a garage sale or thrift store for a few bucks, we can buy it with the confidence that we can crochet a new lampshade for it rather than have to order an expensive replacement.
I just love the look of Laura’s crocheted lampshade. It’s definitely an improvement over those old, faded covers! The crocheted lampshade itself has an antique feel to it, enhancing what might otherwise be a very plain lamp.
I’m going to keep a close eye on Laura’s blog. I can’t wait to see what other inventive, creative crochet ideas she comes up with!
I’ve never seen a square handled crochet hook before, but I’m intrigued.
Kollage Square Crochet Hooks
These hooks claim to be ‘ergonomically designed’ (as do many others) and are a bit pricey for mass-marketed hooks, but if they live up to even half of their hype, they’ll be worth it to me to take some pressure off my carpel tunnel syndrome problem.
Kollage Square Crochet Hools (and knitting needles) are available at a variety of online vendors, but the one pictured above can be found here . I chose to link to this site because their photo of the hooks was far better than others, including the manufacturer’s site! The hooks have rosewood handles and aluminum heads.
I found this cool site for jewelry making supplies when I was searching for different sizes of cording to crochet with. Marion has a wealth of those cords for sale too. You can see them here . The more I sniffed around this site, the more pleased I became. You gotta love a jewelry maker who ventures into crochet! Read about her crochet adventures here and take a look at the pretty necklace which was her first such project.
Marion's Venture Into Crochet
I would love to hear from any readers who have personal experience with these hooks. I plan to order one so I can form my own opinion, but I’d love to hear yours too!
For the beginner or for a lover of Teddy Bears, this quick pattern will be a favorite! You can make this hat in about an hour (even if you’re a slow crocheter like I am). Make one to warm up your baby’s ears or crochet it to accompany a cute babyghan for a show-stopping baby shower gift. Everyone mom will be asking you to make one for her baby!
Teddy Aimgurumi Hat
Get the free pattern and tutorial here where Jane has pictures and text to explain every step of the process, perfect for a beginner.
Popcorn Flower Crochet Granny Square
If you are a beginner, you can find a playlist for the basic crochet stitches by clicking on this link. Beginner Crochet Stitches
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Written by Teresa Richardson
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Ok, this looks purely Christmas, right? But, it’s not!
But, consider this. Without the wreath part, it’s just an awesome bow. And, you’ve got packages to wrap all year long, right? So, save this sweet free pattern so you can crochet a pretty bow to top a package any time you want. Here’s where you can find the free pattern.
It’s simple, free, and a great idea for personalizing any gift. I can even see the pretty bow used as an applique for a sweater, a headband, a hat, or as a brooch on a coat lapel. How will you use it?
