Crochet Decor And Home
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Crocheted Shell Stitch Hanger Cover
Yippee, at long last I tried my hand at crocheting a hanger cover! Not just any cover of course, but a wonderful shell stitch cover that fits over a vintage wooden hanger that was really a breeze to whip up! I’m in love with this pattern, the only problem is I only have one other…
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Crocheted Spiral Placemat
A crocheted spiral placemat is a cheerful addition to any table, and while you’re at it, a crocheted spiral pillow could be really great too! Now I must tell you, this placemat actually started out as one side of a large crocheted lollipop that I had then planned to turn into a pillow once Purim…
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Crocheted Ruffles In The Round
At long last I had the chance to try out this crocheted ruffles in the round pillow cover pattern. It’s actually called the blooming flower cushion, a lovely pattern generously worked out by Lucy over at attic 24.We had to take a little road trip, so I grabbed some cotton (four colors: white, pink, peach…
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Crocheted T-Shirt Yarn Basket For Holiday Giving
Crocheting with t-shirt yarn is so much fun, and lucky for me I happened to have a few balls of t-shirt yarn on hand. I whipped up this basket quite quickly, which qualifies it as a great green gift for those on your list who’d appreciate such a rustic vessel. I think it would…
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Crocheted Plastic Bag Doily Clock
Yes, I crocheted a doily from plastic grocery bags and then I realized that it made a really cute clock! Yesterday I shared with the you the 5 minute paper plate clock, so while this one does take just a bit more effort it’s certainly worth it! Wouldn’t these make great holiday gifts? Once you…
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Crochet A Chain Link Garland — A Fun Decoration Anytime!
Isn’t this fun? I saw a chain link baby toy, here, and thought it would be great as an actual chain to hang as a party decoration, or over the head of a bed, or draped from a chandelier for a bit of tongue in cheek winter decorating? (Or super cute in a baby’s room!)…
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Handmade Holiday: Crochet A Chunky Granny Tissue Box Cover!
Need a handmade gift for someone who wouldn’t appreciate pink and frilly, or kitschy and colorful? Here it is! Who would have thought that a crocheted granny tissue box cover would be a good gift for a man….well me, actually, which is why I made it in these colors! And guess what, it’s great and…
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A Hanukkah Crocheted Border Bunting Banner!
If you really don’t care for vintage-kitsch-inspired crafting, so just avert your eyes now and continue on your merry way. But, if you’re like me, and love to try your hand at bringing some of those crafts from the past into the present, well my friends, feast your eyes! And really, if you haven’t started…
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Handmade Holiday: Simple Crocheted Washcloths…Pure Luxury!
Crocheted washcloths? Really? Yes! And in any case, if you think I’ve crossed the line into crafting insanity, well I can’t take credit for this now popular idea of crocheting washcloths and dishcloths from 100% cotton yarn. I’ll have to admit, I was a bit sceptical myself! But the more crocheted washcloths I saw, the…
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You Can Make A Lace Bowl From A Crocheted Doily!
Between you and me, I really can’t believe I made this! I’m just thrilled, totally and completely, as you will be too if you decide to make one! A crocheted bowl that’s actually usable? Yes! The secret? Fabric stiffener, you knew that of course? And if this doily looks just a bit familiar, well it’s…