Articles tagged: crochet
<< previous page 1 next page>> written by Jennifer Stevens As you step into your best friend’s house, your eyes are drawn instantly to the coffee table. A beautiful miniature book with the word EUROPE in big bold letters on the front is aching to be picked up. written by Jennifer Stevens What is there not to love about autumn? Those lazy days of summer are slowly coming to an end as the promise of Christmas lingers in the distance. Sweaters are pulled out of storage and hot cocoa placed back on the pantry shelf. written by Jennifer Stevens I’ve idolized my grandmother for about as long as my memory serves. She has taught me how to load a mean dishwasher, place crisp sheets on a bed just right, organize a household, cook, etc. There was one Christmas, however, that she has stood out in my memories. written by Jennifer Stevens As I lifted a perfect loaf of bread out from the oven, I couldn’t help but be appalled by my potholders. On top of being worn through, I couldn’t even identify what food lined the crusty edges! At times like this, I’d usually remember to pick up a few during my weekly shopping trip….but fortunately, that habit has changed! Yearning to be more self-sufficient, I learned to knit my own potholders. written by Jennifer Stevens Forget spending hours finding the perfect sandals for that summer dress. Crochet your own! Using free crochet patterns found online, this project is perfect for both the beginner, and a seasoned crocheting expert. written by Jennifer Stevens As the country watched Lucy Ricardo serve up delectable dishes and much laughter, this red-headed gal became an inspiration for women. Years later, we are once again sporting those cute little aprons Lucy was famous for. written by Jennifer Stevens There are some things that you can’t put a price on in life; like the light in a child’s eyes during the holidays. Feelings of anticipation, love, and hope grace the air as Christmas creeps closer and closer. Anything we can do as parents to amplify those feelings in our children, will help spread that priceless Christmas cheer all around us. written by Jennifer Stevens If spring is in full bloom at your house, it’s time to find the “perfect” centerpiece for that kitchen table. Easter is a time where family comes together not only for Easter egg hunts, but for the traditional Sunday Easter Dinner. During any holiday, it’s the little details that truly get noticed the most. Spending your time making a one-of-a-kind centerpiece will help everyone enjoy the spirit of Easter a bit more. written by Jennifer Stevens Spring is one of the most anticipated times of year…especially if you live in a colder climate. The winter snow has melted away and cherry blossoms are blooming on that backyard tree. written by Alex Perez If you think that the crochet bikini is still not enough to give you the amount of attention you want, there are bikini tops now that cover the boobs with palm-like cups. Some girls just love their busts being touched and perhaps they came up with this type of bikini top. written by Lily Sarmiento What is rug-making? And what are the processes involved in rug-making? This article talks about some of the different techniques used in rug-making that goes way back in ancient times. These techniques include braiding, hooking, etc. Also, it briefly discusses how rug-making evolved from the ancient times to today's modern era. written by Scott McClain Learning to start making your own garments in a pleasurable way is one of the best things that you can do in your entire life. And the best thing about that is you can feel proud every time you see your friends or relatives wear your masterpiece. written by Kim Christopherson Do you remember what toys you gave to your children last year? Do your children remember? Learn why the "hot gift" to give this holiday season is handmade! Handmade gifts are memorable... and priceless. written by shagufta Khan At purse-patterns.com we have all the resources on various purse patterns and much more. For all the information and advice regarding purse patterns visit us written by Kevin Thomas why afghan crochet pattern is regarded as the master guide to crocheting. written by Janna Halioris Ten crocheting tips you need to know before starting a crochet project as well as a short explanation about the difference in crochet patterns. written by Steve Randall Now think about how you learned to work with yarn. Were you given some yarn and a crochet hook and told to go make something? Of course not! You were probably taught how to knit first, which is far more difficult technically, and encouraged (I’m being kind here) to make nice, even stitches. Chances are that you didn’t even get to choose the yarn. written by Ruth Talbot A question I regularly get asked that seems to cast a lot of confusion concerns what are called turning chains. This article looks in depth into this topic and explains the concepts behind them. written by Ruth Talbot If you dislike sewing then one of the most tedious tasks after crocheting up a new garment has to be the joining of the seams.
However due to crochets versatility, you never need to sew your pieces together ever again.
This article looks in depth at the choice of joining techniques available today.
written by Ruth Talbot Crocheting has really come into its own, however for those wishing to learn this wonderful hobby the choice is not as easy as picking up a hook and beginning.
This article looks in depth at the choice of crocheting techniques available today.
written by Kevin McMillen First of all, creating an afghan based on crochet patterns is simple. There are numerous crochet patterns for afghan blankets that can be huge as gifts or furnishings at home. Basic afghan covers can even possess a central theme. << previous page 1 next page>> |