Crafts: Crochet
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11 Great Uses For The Mandala Doily You Just Crocheted!
After sharing with you my crocheted mandala stool cover last week, I got to work trying to figure out an actual pattern, as I crocheted it without a plan. And what do you know, I ended up with something that looks more like a doily than a stool cover, which go me thinking about all…
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A Crocheted Mandala Stool Cover That Adds A Fun Touch!
Of all the items that I have crocheted over the years, there is nothing quite like a crocheted stool cover to add a fun touch of handmade to your home decor, without spending days or months! This crocheted mandala stool cover started as something else altogether, but I’m so happy that it ended up on…
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A Crocheted Mandala Basket That Became A Stool Cover!
Ever crocheted something with one thing in mind, and it became something else? That is what happened to me just now, as this crocheted mandala basket in need of stiffening instead became a fantastic crocheted mandala stool cover! Now I don’t have to get out a pot and experiment with sugar as a stiffener for…
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Whip Up A Crocheted Basket With Handles, With T-Shirt Yarn!
Crocheting with t-shirt yarn is so much fun, and it happens to be perfect for whipping up some fun and practical baskets, of which one can never have too many!
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A Super Simple Crocheted Necklace That Even Kids Can Make!
Colorful jewelry is certainly all the rage, and I love the idea of matching jewelry to an outfit, so knowing how to make some super simple crocheted beaded necklaces certainly comes in handy right about now! Just grab some beads, yarn or string, and a crochet hook, and you’re good to go!
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Crocheted Granny Kerchief Scarf
In case you may wonder whether there has been any crocheting going on around here, well there has indeed, just never quite enough time to get the items totally finished and photographed. Today I finally finished this granny kerchief scarf, which is really just another name for a triangular granny scarf or shawl, and with…
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Super Simple Crocheted Beaded Necklace To Complete Any Outift!
If you need a necklace to complete an outfit, and you can crochet a chain, then you can whip up a super simple yet elegant beaded crocheted necklace in about ten minutes! This necklace was born, because my 12.5 year old daughter who has recently become fashion conscious and is learning to sew (a great…
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DIY T-Shirt Yarn Is The Perfect Way To Do Spring Cleaning!
While you are cleaning out those closets, do put aside some of your kids old t-shirts, as well as anything made from jersey fabric, like undershirts, and collared polo shirts, to make your own t-shirt yarn! If you stumble across a sheet made from jersey fabric while you’re cleaning out the linen closet, you’ve struck…
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Another Crocheted Mosaic Stripes Scarf, So Simple So Great Looking!
When you are the crocheter in the family, you certainly won’t be surprised when young relatives request some crocheted scarves in specific colors, and if you’re me you’ll be overjoyed to know what exactly you can make them! My 3 neices requested scarves, as when I saw them a month or so ago, there was…
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Crocheted Double Crochet Mosaic Scarf Is Quick And Cute!
Spring is here, but something just a little cheerful to keep the neck warm on cooler days and nights can still be a great addition to any transitional wardrobe! And in just a few hours, or even less, if you go for a short scarf, you can whip up this double crochet “mosaic” scarf. It…
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Crocheted Striped And Ribbed Scarf, A Great Transitional Piece!
Yes, its true scarf season is coming to an end, but if you want to squeek in just one more project that is great for transitional weather, do consider this crocheted striped and ribbed scarf, as I have to say, it is truly lovely! I am giving this as a gift, so its going into…
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Crocheted Heart Shaped Basket Made From Rope!
You may think I’m getting a bit of a late start on heart shaped crafts, but truthfully a heart shaped crocheted basket made from rope can be a truly great thing to crochet anytime of year! This sturdy little basket would be a great way to display beloved treasures, a fun prop for a DIY…