The Silk Elegance Shawl is a simple rectangular shawl crochet pattern that has a stunning, curved motif border. Made with a luxurious and eco-friendly reclaimed silk yarn in beautiful, herbal dyed colors, it’s the perfect accessory for any outfit. This pattern uses simple stitches, making it a great project for beginners, or for more advanced … Read more
Back in May, I went to see Counter Couture: Handmade Fashion in an American Counter Culture at the Museum of Art and Design with my mom. The exhibit was filled with handmade inspiration from the 1960s and ’70s (including some stunning crocheted pieces) and it inspired me to design a retro tam using a beautiful, … Read more
I’m so excited to share this easy-to-make shawl pattern with you! I used an eco-friendly tencel yarn to crochet this large shawl that transitions seamlessly from day-to-night with you. It’s perfect for wearing to work, with jeans, or when dressed up for a night out. And, the tencel creates excellent drape so you’ll love to … Read more
Earlier this year, I visited the Hemptique booth at Creativation, a trade show for the craft and hobby industry. I was very impressed with the range of colors they had available in hemp cord. The representative gave me some samples and I’ve been crocheting bracelets from them ever since. Today I’m sharing a crochet bracelet … Read more
There’s something about the chill of a stormy night that makes me want to wrap myself up in crochet. This lacy crochet shawl uses a simple stitch pattern and a beautiful, self-striping yarn to create a stunning statement piece that’s cozy enough to keep your shoulders warm while adding color to any outfit. This post … Read more