Sometimes things get lost in transit. This post contains affiliate links. Yarn for the sample was generously provided by Imperial Yarn. As an example, in 1997, I took a trip to Europe to visit several countries. My checked bag, stuffed with 30 days worth of clothing and toiletries, never made it. (I ended up learning … Read more
As longtime readers may know, I was terrified of knitting for many years. My grandmother tried to teach me back when I was 9 or so (when she taught me to crochet), but everything I made turned into a trapezoid. This post contains affiliate links. Yarn for the sample was generously provided by Imperial Yarn. … Read more
Hats are some of my favorite things to crochet (and knit). They’re functional, quick to make, and great stash busters! This post contains affiliate links. The yarn for the sample was generously provided by Imperial Yarn. I knew I wanted to make a hat as part of my exploration of tapestry crochet this month, and I had … Read more
I’m releasing a new free crochet pattern every week through December. Each one can be made with 3 skeins of yarn or less, and would make a great gift (for someone else, or as a reward to yourself for all of your holiday crafting!). Today’s pattern is a scrappy striped slouchy beanie. The Chevron and … Read more