This post contains affiliate links. I’m pleased to share a review of Sweet & Simple Baby Crochet: 35 Adorable Designs for Newborns to 12 Months by Kristi Simpson as part of the book’s blog tour today. As my regular readers know, I also review crochet books on the Crochet Guild of America‘s blog, and Stackpole Books … Read more
I recently made a cowl for a swap. My partner had very specific color choices, and I didn’t see a pattern that would let the yarn’s long repeats shine. After trying a few different stitches, I came up with the Quick, Fast in a Hurry Cowl. This simple crochet cowl pattern uses just one skein … Read more
This post contains affiliate links. I’m not usually a fan of pattern books. I much prefer books that include techniques and other skill building activities. That’s why when Sixth & Spring Books sent me a review copy of Classic Elite Shawls, Wraps & Scarves: 20 Ideas * 3 Ways, I put it aside before looking through it … Read more
Today is the last day of Hispanic Heritage Month and also the end of this year’s interview series. Here’s a recap in case you missed some of the interviews. All photos are used with permission. (Click on the photos to link to the interviews.) Karla Sandoval, the Mexican crochet designer behind Cute Little Crafts. … Read more
Today, I’m sharing an interview with Celia Diaz, an emerging Spanish crochet designer, also known as Abejitas. You can find Celia online at her website, Abejitas, and on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+, and YouTube. She’s also on Ravelry (as abejitasorg, on her designer page, and in the Abejitas group). All photos are used with permission and are copyright Abejitas. Click … Read more