This post contains affiliate links. Today I’m reviewing Crocheted Granny Squares (Twenty to Make), the latest book by Val Pierce in the Twenty to Make series. I recently received a review copy from Search Press. (I previously interviewed Val and reviewed four of her other books in this series: Mini Christmas Crochet here, Knitted Mug Hugs here, … Read more
This post contains affiliate links. I have just a small finished object today, my very first pair of knit booties. But they come with a long story! (And, to thank you for reading the whole story, I’m also including a book review and giveaway at the end of this post.) I have a friend that … Read more
This post contains affiliate links. I was lucky enough to grow up in a family with some amazing seamstresses. My grandmother went to a needlecrafts trade school during the Depression, had done piecework in a factory before getting married, and continued to be a sewing machine master well into her later years. My mom is quite … Read more
This post contains affiliate links. I mentioned a few weeks ago that I’ve started reviewing books for the Crochet Guild of America. Their blog was updated today, and you can find two of my book reviews there. Review of 100 Snowflakes to Crochet: Make Your Own Snowdrift—to Give or to Keep by Caitlin Sainio. (You can … Read more
This post contains affiliate links. Today I’m sharing a review of Scarves and hosting a giveaway for my review copy, courtesy of the Guild of Master Craftsman. This book features 30 patterns for neckwarmers to suit a range of styles. Patterns by more than 20 designers for scarves, cowls, snoods, keyhole scarves, and pocket scarves are included. … Read more