“The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animals” — Book Review
"The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animals" may not guide you to completeness due to typos and mistakes!
Crochet Shawl for Grandma
Here's how I pieced together a crochet shawl for my Grandma. I used the Wren Sideways Shawl from Truly Crochet, and loved it!
“350+ Crochet Tips, Techniques, and Trade Secrets” — Book Review
"350+ Crochet Tips" is my latest read I'd like to share with you. What kinds of tips are these? Teach me these techniques. Let's trade in secrets!
A Crochet Dress: My 1st Garment!
I made a crochet dress! It isn't the perfect fit I wanted, but it's extremely dear to me because of the time I spent and what I learned.
Gauge Problems
Gauge problems. Can you relate? I won't demystify anything today, but you may enjoy relating and commiserating here.
Framed Bald Eagle Appliqué
One time, I counted the bald eagles in my grandparents' home and there were 300+! This framed bald eagle appliqué was a gift for my PopPop.
“500 Crochet Stitches” — Book Review
I'm a sucker for a good stitch dictionary, and 500 Crochet Stitches is one of my favorites.
Victorian Sewing Box Display
I visited "Cape May’s only Victorian House Museum" and found a small display case dedicated to Victorian handicrafts.
Lady Turtle’s Fancy Shell
Meet Lady Turtle, my second amigurumi turtle. You can call her Lady for short, but not Little Lady. (I tried that but she didn't like it.) I love her turtle shell!
Organizing Yarn Labels & Samples
What do you do with yarn labels? I'm a sucker for record-keeping and organization in just about every part of my life, and crocheting is no exception.