My first finished piece of clothing! I crocheted this cotton sweater vest with hood as a gift for my mother. I’d found the pattern at Craftsy and it was very easy to follow. There’s an option to do it with…
Crocheted Cotton Sweater Vest with Hood
Crocheting Scarves Makes Great Practice
As I finished crocheting my 4th scarf over the winter holidays I wondered if I’d simply been wasting my time. There’s not a great need for them here in the desert valley of Phoenix (although I’ll admit that 60 degrees…
Yarn Cutting Necklace Crocheter’s Tool
This yarn cutting necklace crocheter’s tool is going on my Christmas list this year. Although I’ve been doing this for years, I’m still really a beginner so I don’t have all the cool gadgets that more experienced people have and…
Knitting and Crochet Buddy App for Counting Rows
Like many, I’ve used various forms of counting my rows and stitches to keep track of where I am in a pattern. I’ve used a pencil and paper and/or a checklist. I’ve used little plastic markers in my project. I’ve…
My First Attempt at Simple Crocheted Fingerless Gloves
I’d bookmarked a post showing a free pattern for crocheted fingerless gloves and finally got around to making them. I’m an internet addict and spend hours every day online. I also live in Phoenix and love working outside on my…
Modern Grey Tote Bag For Carrying Yarn and Supplies
A couple of years ago I was really hooked on the penny auction site, Quibids. I don’t know what possessed me, but I won an auction for an Ogio Hamptons Tote bag. (My house is probably stuffed with different backpacks,…
How to Crochet Small Roses with Leaves for a Scarf
I mentioned in a previous post that I wanted to add some small flowers to a project but talked myself out of it. This video shows how to make the ones I had in mind: For three days I’ve hoped…