We’ve all purchased yarn that we LOVE, just because it is wonderful. I was shopping at a local dime store and found Red Heart Super Tweed. I picked up a couple of skeins, Smokey and Pinkberry. The other night I needed a quick and easy project to work on while in the car. This headwrap […]
Crochet: Swimming With Sharks
Sharks are everywhere lately, getting ready for Shark Week on the Discovery Channel. Until Shark Week is over (Saturday, August 16, 2014) this new pattern, Swimming With Sharks, is only $1 from my Ravelry shop. The pattern includes instructions for a washcloth, bag, stuffie and little fish to feed your shark. Buy one for yourself […]
Variations are the Best!
Isn’t it great when you can use a pattern in many different ways? I have always tried to create patterns that include variations, suggestions and work well together. We have done many contests in the past to encourage people to come up with a variety of ways to use Snappy patterns. When I designed the […]
Time to Crochet With Ann Mancinci-Williams
Last week I had the honor of doing a debut giveaway for a fellow designer’s newest pattern. “Pretty in Plaid”, an amazing crochet jacket pattern by Ann of Glamour 4 You, is now available. You can get your copy from her website or from Ravelry. Ann’s creations are unique and trendy, just like her! I tell […]
It’s a Zoo Roundup
Is your house a zoo? I am such a schedule person and by this time each summer I am ready for school to start. We are trying to fit in some things we really wanted to do this summer and one is “go to the zoo”. We haven’t been for a few years. Our closest […]
Free Pattern: Hide Your Hair Slouchy Beanie
Ever have those days when you want to hide your hair? Lately I have had lots of them. I usually stick my hair in a ponytail and through a ball cap. I do love my “Saturday Hat“, but it was kidnapped by my daughter. I decided it was time to make another hat just for me. […]
Summer Camp Week #3
I’ve teamed up with some very talented people to share crafts and crochet for everyone, yummy foods, activities and more throughout this month. New things will be added often, including some fun challenges and giveaways. Please subscribe to our daily email so you won’t miss any of the first Snappy Summer Camp. Theme for this week: It’s a […]
Crochet: Owl Hooded Towel
After enjoying a fun time in the water or bath, wrap up in this hooded towel. Made from bright cotton yarns, it helps absorb the water while looking adorable too. It’s so cute and cuddly, little ones will want to wrap up year round. Whip up a hooded blanket using your favorite worsted weight yarn. […]
Stuck on You
Last week a lot of our campers made wiggly bugs and and went Bug Blasting (yarn bombing). It was fun seeing their adventures. One of my favorites was with Sara from Posh Pooch Designs Dog Clothes. New Challenge : Inking I hope you’ll join in as we get “Stuck” on the areas around us by “inking” them with […]
Summer Camp Week 2
Welcome to week 2 of summer camp. Throughout the week we will share fun and simple crochet patterns, some easy enough for beginners and kids. Plus, yummy foods, tips and activities will give us the splash of energy we need to get through a hot summer day. Please subscribe to our daily email so you won’t […]
