Sharing the crochet blog love
Confession time: I never read blogs until I started blogging. I would occasionally Google something and find a blog post that answered my question, but that was about it. I never subscribed or returned or remembered which blog I had read. The main barrier for me was my (irrational) fear of blog readers – the descriptions always seemed overwhelming, and with no place to organize the blogs I was interested in, I couldn’t really keep track of any. (I eventually started using Google Reader, which is much less overwhelming than it seemed to me when I read about it!)
This is my second year participating in Blogtoberfest, and I want to spread the blog love today by sharing five crochet blogs I started following this year. For me, this was easier than trying to pick from the larger group of blogs I’ve been following since last year 
. These aren’t necessarily blogs that are participating in Blogtoberfest, by the way. If you’d like to check out any of the 300+ blogs that are participating, stop by I Saw You Dancing.
alottastitches
This blog is written by Linda74, who is a prolific ripple crocheter. Although I only learned about this blog a few weeks ago, I actually dove into the archives and found some really cool posts! Linda74 does a lot of charity crochet, and common posting topics are finished objects, yarn hauls, and information about upcycled crafts.
Some of my favorite posts:
Lanas & Hilos
I’m a big fan of this bilingual blog. (I even interviewed Ana as part of my Hispanic Heritage Month series.) Ana is participating in the motif challenge along with Barbara from Made in K-Town, and you can find her finished motifs here.
Crochet Boulevard
And speaking of Made in K-Town (which I’ve been following since last year), Crochet Boulevard is my new favorite crochet link party. I always find awesome new blogs there. Unlike many of the other blogs I follow, Barbara seems to have a very international following. You can find bloggers from all of the world posting on her link parties. The current theme is Free Topic, so why not stop by and link up one of your favorite projects?
Stitch Story
I’m not quite sure how I originally came across Shelby Allaho‘s blog, but her designs are wonderful and I love how she shares her inspiration for different projects. Some of my recent favorite posts are her reveal of the Natalie Cowl design and A Dozen Ways to Wear the Ruffles Scarf. (I’m sort of styling challenged, so I love when people show me how to wear things!)
Crochet Nirvana
Robin is one of the bloggers who joined in the Year of Projects this year. She is a librarian and often shares research in her posts, which I find really interesting. She also really engages her readers with posts and questions. Some of my recent favorite posts are Robin’s tips for stiffening crochet lace and her explorations of the granny square.
If you aren’t already following these blogs, I recommend that you check them out!
Have you found any new (or new-to-you) crochet blogs recently?
I’m blogging daily throughout October. Visit I Saw You Dancing for more Blogtoberfest bloggers and CurlyPops for Blogtoberfest giveaways. Search #blogtoberfest12 on Twitter.
Nice job – you found two I didn’t know about yet!!
Wow, that is an accomplishment, CrochetBlogger.
I am honored to be included in your list! Thank you so much. I love to have new visitors to my blog:-)
Thank you also, for giving me some great blogs to follow!
Thanks so much, Shelby! I’m glad you stopped by.
Hi Marie! Thank you for mentioning the Crochet Boulevard on your list, I’m glad you like the parties as much as I do! Off now to check out the two blogs I didn’t know yet (wonder if it’s the same two that Kathryn didn’ know? *gg*)
I love the parties, Barbara, and I really appreciate that you organize them!
Wow Marie! Thanks so much – I’m honored to be on your list.
You’re not alone in your confession – I didn’t read any blogs regularly either. Not because of keeping track, but because I had no idea how to find them. Once I got started though I was hooked – it’s like potato chips, you can’t have just a few!
I also want to mention that you and your blog were one of my first regular reads, and I have been (and continue to be) inspired by your crafting, your writing and your kindness. You’re such an active member of the community and have always offered me help and suggestions whenever I asked. You helped me figure out Pinterest and have introduced me to many great activities – like A Year of Projects and Blogtoberfest. You may not realize it, but you have been sort of a virtual mentor to me on my blogging adventures!
To have you recognize me here on your blog is extra special. I was hesitant in the beginning that I wouldn’t be able to do it, but because of wonderful people like you I feel like I’ve been embraced by this crafty community and I’m so glad to be here!
Thanks again!
Robin
Hi Marie ~ Thank you so very much for sharing my blog, alottastitches, with your readers! I hope that every one who drops by finds some idea that intrigues them – I’m happy to answer questions about any of my projects.
Thanks, Linda! Your generosity of spirit is one of my favorite things about your blog!
I love the Crayon tut, here’s another one that you can microwave & mix the colors in as you go!!! This one sounds like it might be a bit cleaner…
http://www.kundhi.com/blog/2010/01/12/how-to-make-microwave-crayon-shapes-in-3-easy-steps/
Thanks for the great post!!
Thanks for sharing the link, Rudi O!