Crochet dishcloths are a great way to learn new crochet stitches and stitch patterns. The Crunch Stitch crochet dishcloth is one of my favorites to make and use, and I’ve found that they sell well at markets too. I’d love for you to give the Crunch Stitch crochet dishcloth pattern a try, and let me… Read More Crunch Stitch Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
Make your own snuggly throw pillow using this free pattern for the Sweetheart Stripes Pillow. A velvet crochet pillow using Tunisian Crochet Full Stitch.… Read More Sweetheart Stripes – velvet crochet pillow pattern
I have my favorite insulated cups, but there are times that my family or I still grab a water bottle. The bad thing about those bottles is the sweating. Enter the bottle cozy! A cute, quick, crochet project. See below for the Crochet Bottle Cozy: Free Pattern. In addition to absorbing the condensation, it has… Read More Bottle Cozy: Free Crochet Pattern
For Teacher Appreciation week this school year, we made school-themed keychains for teachers, including a keychain tassel. My kids are in Middle School and High School, so we had quite a few gifts to put together. These keychains were fun to make, and the kids both helped. Colton (my middle-schooler) helped to stamp the metal… Read More Keychain Tassel
When it comes to a Teacher Appreciation gift idea, I like my kids to be involved in the process. After all, it’s for their teachers! And, I definitely want them to understand it’s important to think about, and be grateful for, how much time and effort teachers (including coaches/band directors/etc.), and support staff give to… Read More Teacher Appreciation Gift Idea: Keychain Tags
I’ve been absent from the blog longer than I realized! Let me fill you in on what’s been keeping me busy. Aside from life in general with a husband, 2 kids, day-time job and all the stuff… I know you can relate! I recently had the opportunity to join our local farmers market as a… Read More Preparing for My First Market
Over the past year or so I’ve tried lots of new to me crochet stitches and projects. And, I’ve found myself drawn to certain sites over and over. Below are some of my favorite sites to visit for crochet inspiration and learning! If you are looking for crochet inspiration and ladies that seem to care… Read More Favorite Crochet Inspiration Sites
Last year I made a quick, easy, crochet shamrock garland to hang on our mantle. I used the following pattern from Midwestern Moms to create the shamrocks. Once I had several shamrocks made, I crocheted a long chain, and used a yarn needle to thread my chain through the top of the shamrocks! When I… Read More St. Patrick’s Day Round-up
For my son’s birthday this year, he wanted to invite a few friends to go play VR games. So, we went with VR gaming as the overall theme for his party. Since they were going to play VR games, he requested a VR headset as a decoration for his “cake”. I use quotation marks because… Read More VR Gaming Birthday Party
I recently finished this Crochet Lana Kimono (pattern by Sewrella), and I’m so happy with how it turned out! I’m ready for some warmer weather here so I can wear it! I used Lion Brand Yarns Shawl in a Ball in the Moonstone colorway. At first, I wasn’t sure I’d like the metallic in the… Read More Crochet Kimono
