Throughout the year I find myself needing a neat gift for random reasons. Scrubbies of any kind are great to have on hand for many occasions. SO, as part of my quest to work on gifts throughout the year I will…
Free Pattern: Go Like a Pro Beanie
My oldest son loves to snowboard so while he was here for Christmas he tried to squeeze in as much time on the slopes as possible. He takes his video camera with him and has caught lots of great adventures…
Featured Pattern: Tiny Towels
Crocheted wash and dish cloths are wonderful! They are easy to make, great to use and make awesome gifts. Every year I wish I had a stock pile to use for last minute gifts. SO, as part of my quest…
Countdown Calendar: Reindeer
Our “Countdown to Christmas Calendar“ wouldn’t be complete without Rudolf. MATERIALS Yarn: Worsted weight in three shades of brown, red Crochet Hook Size H2- small black buttons for eyesYarn needle Directions: Follow directions for making the “Reindeer Ornament” found on Tales…
Countdown Calendar: Skates
One of my favorite ornaments growing up was a pair of ice skates someone crocheted. They had the little paper clips as the blades and were flat. I wanted a 3 dimensional pair for our “Countdown to Christmas Calendar“. These boots are…
Free Pattern: Yorganza Yarn Review and Pillow
A couple of weeks ago, I received an awesome email asking if I would be interested in trying a product and sharing the pattern. Of course! I received 3 skeins of Sullivans Yorganza (fabric/yarn) and got to work. I knew…
Free Pattern: Swiss Cheesy Quick and Easy Cowl
As a knitter, I often try to recreate knit stitches in crochet. I have been playing with one lately and I love how it turned out in this cowl. I guess it could be called an infinity scarf because it…
Free Pattern: Police Box Beanie
A couple of years ago, a friend asked me to design a “tardis hat” for her teen daughter. I had no idea what a tardis was! I have to admit we are not Dr. Who fans, even though we have…
Free Pattern: Sunday Mornings Scarf
I’m addicted to scarves lately. I don’t have a neck so I can’t wear big, bulky ones. Last Sunday morning I couldn’t sleep so I decided to try a new design I’ve had in my head. I wanted a scarf I…
Free Pattern: Peppermint Purse
I first designed these with fur to look like the trees from the Lorax (LOVE that show!). One of my awesome testers made these peppermint swirl versions…aren’t they SWEET?! Thank you to Shaunna Hallsson for making these samples and sharing…
Free Pattern: Newborn Baby Pumpkin Hat and Cocoon
A friend of mine is throwing a baby shower and the theme is “our little pumpkin”. When she asked me if I could make a cute pumpkin hat, I jumped at the chance. I thought a set would be nice…
Free Pattern: Pumpkin Time Beanies
Over the past 20 years (wow, that long?) i have painted over a thousand pumpkins to sell and give away. It has been a fun tradition. Two years ago, instead of painting pumpkins, I made pumpkin hats for my youngest…
