Crochet is something so many of us crafters love. However, many of us get stuck using the same stitches repeatedly. I love using basic techniques to show how to really make the stitches pop. One of my favorite stitch combinations creates this unique elusion that the stitches are a starburst,…
I believe all crocheters love to learn new stitch combinations especially when you can create a gorgeous texture. This blog post is all about that, but there is also a fun "bonus" to it. It is part of the Serenity Blanket Crochet Along which is a collaboration of 12 designers.…
Crochet appliques can add to so many things whether they are crochet or not. One of the most popular appliques during fall are leaves. Crochet leaves of every kind can be found everywhere! Today, I want to share a more unique but fun shaped crochet leaf applique tutorial. The shape…
Over the last several years I have designed numerous crochet graph blankets that use a unique crochet stitch. These designs are so fun and unique and have become very popular to make. Each pattern includes photo tutorials for the stitches and color changes, but I still receive many questions that…
A couple months back, I had a Stitch A Day event where I shared new crochet stitches. This was so much fun, no one wanted it to end. I started to receive requests for more specific stitches including a few suggestions for different Borders and Edges. So here we go,…
Have you ever worked on a crochet project and was done and thought to yourself, "it needs a little something more, maybe a border"? At this crossroad, you decide to search for something fun, quick and nice looking that will complete your projects in a perfect way. Well, I may…
Crochet puff stitches are very popular because they create a texture and provide a cozy look to your project. It is such a popular stitch that is found in numerous crochet patterns ranging from home decor, garments to wearables. Often, puff stitches are nestled between the puff stitches of the…
Did you know that the month of March is officially, National Crochet Month? Well, this year, come along and celebrate all month long with me. It is going to be fun, each day I will post a new stitch tutorial for you to try out. Each tutorial will have a…
If you've been following me and my designs, you know that I am a little obsessed with designing blankets. I also have a passion for hosting crochet along's. I just love having the chance to teach fellow crocheters something new. Then seeing them finish projects in a group setting. So,…
Appliques can add a fun and personal touch to anything crochet. However, many crafters avoid making appliques because sewing them on can be intimidating, some may even say, a bit scary. In this blog post I will show you how to sew on an applique in a professional way that…
There are times when a crocheters just wants a small project either to add to something bigger or to just whip up quickly and use as a small square decor. With Christmas approaching that is exactly what I had in mind as I designs this cute reindeer square. Made in…
The moment you finish a crochet project is one of life's simple joys. You weave in the last end, set down your hook, yarn and scissors and lay out your masterpiece to check it out - and WAIT - it doesn't look quite as nice as you had hoped, what…
Crocheting home décor items are a perfect way to showcase your love for working with yarn. However, it can be challenging to find modern designs that add a little texture and warmth without making your display to cluttered. The Woven Basket/Pot Holder is just that, it doesn't add an extra…
Do you wear glasses? Whether you are like me and have aging eyes, have worn glasses most of your life or just protect your eyes from the sun, it is fun to have a cute handmade eye glasses case. Add a fun snap closer and our favorite craft of crochet,…
One of my favorite Christmas Traditions is the tree. Not the decorating, although that is a huge part of our holiday, but that fact that you are bringing in something beautiful, something living and something that fills your home with an aroma that is incomparable! So, you may have guessed…