When my little grand niece, Elaina May, was born in May of this year, I decided to celebrate her arrival with a very special gift. With delicate lace edging on the sleeves and the skirt, a lace overlay at the bottom of the bodice, and just the right amount of satin ribbon, this little dress […]
Category Archives: Crochet
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Sep
Sep
When a friend wanted to start her family and conception didn’t happen within her planned schedule, she experienced stress. As her anxiety grew, her doctor advised she take up a craft to focus her mind elsewhere. She decided to return to making hairpin lace, something she did in university to calm herself before exams. Read […]
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Jun
Jun
When I think back to my first memories of Boho crochet, I see the hemp bags, and cotton bralettes that the flower children would wear in the ‘70s. Music festivals in farmers’ fields, and a new awareness of the environment fed that style. I was too young to attend those cultural events then. 40 years […]
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Mar
Mar
Crochet is notorious for its potential to sculpt 3-dimensional pieces, and suits dog-wear very well. Many people are passionate about Amigurumi, a Japanese word for “crocheted or knitted stuffed toy”, and I’ve crocheted a few myself. I took the design principles from Amigurumi shapes, enlarged them, and then wrapped little Sophie in this charming cold […]
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Nov
Nov
The little one in your life is worthy of wearing Merino wool! To maintain the softness of Dona yarn in crochet, you need a modern stitch that is elastic and light. Working with a slightly larger hook to get the gauge listed for this pattern is essential, and the extended single crochet stitch is one […]
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Jun
Jun
The Symphony Vest in Cronetics is crocheted in vertical panels with modified drop shoulder styling. This garment in the Cronetics method that I created many years ago, is the first of its kind to be presented to the public. Many thanks to my lovely granddaughter, Rachel, for her assistance in this presentation. Download pattern. Read […]
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Apr
Apr
Spring is in the air and with spring comes – spring cleaning. After an exhausting day of house beautifying it’s time to relax and beautify you. And what better way than by enjoying a long soak in a bubble-filled bath? When it’s time to soap up and scrub the day’s cares away, you’ll appreciate this […]
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Jan
Jan
Inspired by the travel and destination theme for this issue, I used Red Heart Colorscape yarn in the colourway called Rome. The yarn conjured thoughts of Roman columns and archways for me. I played with stitch patterns that would look like pillars and have large openings. The results are a shawl with a beautiful curved […]
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Dec
Dec
This darling woodland critter is happy to make his home on your mantel or tree… or wherever you please. His bright crocheted scarf helps to keep him warm and more easily spotted. Read more in our Issue 48. Download the PDF pattern now. Designed by Sahrit Freud-Weinstein www.redheart.com
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Aug
Aug
This time of year, wool is my choice of yarn for handmade garments and covers. This soft, cozy afghan was such a pleasure to create in Universal Yarn Deluxe Worsted Superwash wool and a delight to bundle up in. Read more in our Issue 47. Designed by Ruth I. Forbes Crochet Designs by Nana Ruth […]