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Rose-Kim Knits (Free subscription) | 28/06/2008
Pattern: Crocheted Eco-Friendly Carryall Yarn: 2 skeins of Allhemp3 (free from a Purlygirl) Hook: Boye G Notes: Man, I suck at crochet. I thought this would be a one or two day project but it's dragged on for a week eating up all my crafting time. I had a very difficult time with the instructions for the ends of round for the mesh which caused the bag to grow a little wider as I worked on it.
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Rose-Kim Knits (Free subscription) | 27/06/2008
Pattern: Grim Reaper from Creepy Cute Crochet Yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash and Lamb's Pride Worsted Hook: Boye E Notes: I worked this guy at a much tighter gauge than the other two from the book. The results are great but the kids don't like that he's smaller than the zombie and vampire. I got Fimo clay for the scythe and asked Wes to make it for me last night. He's much better at stuff like
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Slice (Free subscription) | 21/06/2008
People keep hitting me with links to this crochet pizza scarf —or to other similar ones. It's not edible, but it's pretty cool. I tried to find a pattern for you but couldn't. If you're a whiz with the crochet hooks, you could probably figure it out and hook one up for yourself or your pizza-loving friend or family member. Yeah, it's a bit warm right now for a scarf, but you need something to do with...
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So Far, So Good (Free subscription) | 13/06/2008
Some time back a member of Crochet Partners posted that she was looking for a peace symbol granny square pattern. Somehow it caught my imagination, and this was the result. Peace Sign Granny Square (American Notation) Worsted weight - Colours A and B H hook FL= front loop BL = back loop RVS = Reverse V-stitch: work 2dctog, skipping 1 st btw first and second dc. Changing colours: with last 2 loops of...
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What Not to Crochet (Free subscription) | 06/06/2008
Doilys are possibly one of the most instantly thought-of items when someone says “crochet” (followed by granny squares… *cringe*) . Some doilys are outstanding demonstrations of stitchwork, utilising the slenderest of hooks (0.4mm - anyone got a smaller one?) and anyone who makes them deserves mega-hoots for their skill. However dot dot dot However, this doily is an [...]
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Hankering for Yarn (Free subscription) | 28/05/2008
The website has just gone public for a glorious online exhibit of freeform crochet, called: Through our eyes. It's from The International Freeform Fiberarts Guild and is incredibly beautiful. There’s a book to accompany the exhibit. Hooks up to this one! Tags: crochet, freeform crochet, International Freeform Fiberarts Guild, Through our eyes, virtual online exhibitShare This
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mk carroll (Free subscription) | 23/05/2008
Pattern: Coffee Jacket by knotsewcute (knotsewcute.etsy.com) Pattern calls for Paton's Classic Merino and a size E/4/3.5mm hook; I used Cascade 220 (color California Poppy) and a size G/6/4.0mm hook to get gauge. One-page pattern includes photos to illustrate two steps,...
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Hankering for Yarn (Free subscription) | 15/05/2008
On one on my email lists, people have been chatting about how they sort, store and organize their crochet hooks. Here are a few pics of how I store mine, as well as a nifty new gadget that I really like for carting my hooks around with projects: For quite a few years now, I have been [...]
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Blog Catalog Blog Directory (Free subscription) | 07/04/2008
Laura\'s Left Hook is the home of a crafty mom who is learning to sign. Crocheted creations and patterns are shared as well as themes for toddlers and preschoolers learning American Sign Language. In addition, children\'s books are reviewed randomly and
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on gauge (Free subscription) | 25/03/2008
I am officially obsessed with crochet. I was trying to explain it to someone when they asked why the sudden change in craft, and the thing is: it’s different. The placement of the yarn, the movement of the hook, the fabric it creates. It’s not any better or any worse than knitting, it’s just different. [...]
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DATA news (Free subscription) | 24/03/2008
This environmental version of the AIDS quilt is meant to draw attention to how rising temperatures and pollution are destroying the Great Barrier Reef.
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New York Times (Free subscription) | 04/03/2008
This environmental version of the AIDS quilt is meant to draw attention to how rising temperatures and pollution are destroying the Great Barrier Reef.
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Babble.com (Free subscription) | 29/02/2008
Crafters frequently come up with solutions for problems you never knew you had. Like naked toilet paper rolls. Who knew they needed crocheted covers to keep them warm? But this solution might actually be useful. Click the full sorta-NSFW picture. With just some yarn, stuffing, a hook and some time, you, too, can make your own boobie pillow . Use it to comfort your spouse/lover/pool boy if you're away....
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mk carroll (Free subscription) | 27/02/2008
Pattern: Anne Crochet Lace Scarf Yarn: Elann Seta Lana, 2 skeins Hook: US L/8.0 mm When the New Orleans Craft Mafia put out a request for swag bag contributions for the New Orleans Alt Media Expo, I did a little...
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Yarn Harlot (Free subscription) | 24/02/2008
I apologize right up front. If you are a non-knitter, then this is one of those tech things that is just going to leave you weeping with boredom. (If you already know how to reinforce knitting with crochet, then...
