Crocheting
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6 Free Crochet Dishcloth Patterns
Hello and welcome to today’s blog! I like to make dishcloths and washcloths. I’d have to say they are some of my favorite projects. Not only do they work up quickly and make good gifts, but I use them to try out new stitches and patterns I find, sort of like mini blankets.…
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Spring Granny Square Poncho – Crochet
The complete guide to Crocheting the Spring Granny Square Poncho Hello and welcome to today’s blog! I was blessed with two grandchildren last year. My son and his wife had a little girl and my daughter had a boy. My grandkids about a month apart in age and right now are just over a…
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Why Do You Crochet?
I must make a confession. I love to crochet. No big surprise right? But you may be surprised why. Crochet for me not only gives me a chance to keep busy and express my creativity, but it is also a great source of comfort to me. Both my mother and grandmother crocheted so when…
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All About Granny Squares
Today let’s learn all about Granny Squares and how to Crochet them. Hello, and thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoy this blog and my other blogs. I certainly enjoy writing them for you. Today we’re going to learn how to crochet one of the most popular motifs in crochet – Granny Squares. Perhaps…
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How to Crochet the Corner 2 Corner (C2C) Pattern
Hello and thanks for stopping by today! One of my favorite crochet patterns is the Corner 2 Corner (C2C) pattern. It is fun and once you get the hang of the pattern it works up quickly. You can use the C2C crochet pattern to make afghans, baby blankets, bags, home décor items, and many more…
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How to Crochet Ripple and Chevron Patterns
Hello and welcome! Today I want to share with you how to crochet the popular ripple and chevron patterns. These are classic patterns that have been handed down from generation to generation. I think what makes these patterns perennial favorites is their beauty and simplicity. You have the chance to express your creativity in not…
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How to Read and Work Crochet Graphs
Crochet graphs are used as graphic representations of crochet patterns. They are used in Filet crochet, Intarsia, Fair Isle, colorwork, and other types of crochet. Unlike diagrams, crochet graphs do not use symbols. Squares in the graph are filled in to signify stitches or colors. There are many graphs available online, and you can…
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Knitting versus Crochet – Know the Difference
Have you ever been somewhere crocheting and someone compliments you on your knitting? You grit your teeth, smile, and point out that it is crochet. Or you just smile and say thank you. To be fair, both use implements and yarn so to the uncrafty they look very similar. I enjoy both crafts, but I…
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Planning Your First Crochet Blanket
Planning a crochet project is fun and exciting. All the choices of colors and yarn types make the planning stage of a project very enjoyable. Today I thought I’d share some tips and advice about planning your first crochet blanket. What size will your blanket be? Is it for an adult, child, or…
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Crochet Pattern Basics – Reading and Understanding Crochet Patterns
Crochet patterns can be written out or make use of symbols or grafts. Crochet patterns may seem a bit confusing and intimidating unless you know the basics of how to read and understand them. Most designers use a standardized set of symbols, abbreviations, and terms when writing their patterns. In this post, we’ll learn these…
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Top 10 Crochet Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Let’s face it, we all make mistakes. No matter how long we’ve been crocheting mistakes happen. Sometimes we ignore our mistakes and just call them “personalization”. Other times the mistake is obvious, and we have no choice but to frog (rip out) the mistake and begin again. Today I thought it would be a good…
