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 rectangular shawl uses a simple stitch pattern and a beautiful, self-striping yarn to create a stunning, lacy, statement piece that’s cozy enough to keep your shoulders warm while adding color to any outfit. This post … Read more
The Piggyback Stitch Warm Up America Block is a simple stitch pattern that will add visual interest to any project. This pattern is part of my monthly charity spotlight series, where I highlight a charity that accepts crochet and other handmade donations and share a crochet pattern designed with that charity in mind. This post … Read more
It’s no secret that I love crocheting baby blankets, or that I find crocheting granny squares soothing, or that I love bright colors. So, it should be no surprise that I had a wonderful time making this motif baby blanket in vibrant colors! This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added … Read more
This is the first in a series of floral granny squares I’ve been working on over the past few weeks. The Aster Flower Granny Square is inspired by the aster flower. Unlike some of the floral granny squares I’ve designed in the past, this one uses the “traditional granny square” background. I used the yarn … Read more