A few weeks ago, I shared four tips to keep you crocheting in the heat of summer, and today, I’m adding another: working with crochet lace. Summer is the perfect time to explore the many varieties of crochet lace. You can make stunning projects and learn new skills at the same time! In this post, … Read more
Welcome to the Pineapples for Everyone Shawl CAL! If you’re just joining in, you can find the free pattern here. Ravelry members can join our CAL chat here. Our tag is 2013PFEcal. As I mentioned last week, I finished my shawl but it was in need of some blocking. Confession time: I hate blocking. It may be … Read more
I’ve been keeping today’s finished object secret since September, so I’m really excited to finally share it. It’s a pineapple shawl I crocheted for the Spring, 2013 issue of Crochetvolution. I crocheted this shawl with Inca Eco, a super soft, organic cotton yarn. It’s a worsted weight, thick and thin yarn. I picked this yarn … Read more
Whether you’re a pineapple pro or you’re just a wee bit scared by crochet lace… If you have a shawl for every day of the week or you’ve yet to take the shawl plunge… I’m inviting all crocheters to join the Pineapples for Everyone Shawl CAL! The Pineapples for Everyone Shawl is my latest free … Read more
A few weeks ago, I shared a picture of a pineapple shawl I decided to design and make for my Mom seven days before Mother’s Day. (Cue up the “What were you thinking??” comments from the peanut gallery.) I wasn’t sure if I would finish it on time, and I didn’t even know if my … Read more