They say necessity is the mother of invention. I LOVE using a foundation hdc to start projects, but wanted a similar stitch for the opposite edge when working projects like scarves and blankets. While playing around with different things one day, I found a way to create a stitch with a similar look and height. …
Have you ever seen a blanket pattern you would love to make, only to wonder what colors you would use? I often find myself staring at shelves of yarn trying to pick just the right combo. Growing up my mom owned a fabric store so I always feel at home on the fabric aisles. Since …
A friend of mine, Deanna Tate, had a wonderful how-to/technique suggestion. She said, “Symbol crochet is really easy and I know some are put off by it thinking it would be too difficult to learn but it really isn’t hard at all”. She also shared this great link which started me off on a quest …
I LOVE teaching people to crochet and one thing I have found that every new student struggles with is that beginning circle. Whether making a beanie, circles for features or starting an amigurumi it is super important to avoid that dreaded hole. I struggled with this until I found the “magic loop” or “magic circle”. …
As part of my goal to focus on different techniques this year I’ve been checking out “surface crochet”. I have used the basic slip stitch surface crochet, but while surfing I came across tons of amazing stitches based on this method and many wonderful patterns. Surface crochet is great for adding details, color and outlining. …