Crafts: Crochet
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A Simple Crocheted Granny Square Vest!
The truth is, I didn't just whip up this crocheted granny square vest, I actually made it two years ago! I guess it was on the big side, because my 8 year old daughter is wearing it now as a dressy winter outfit, with black velvet and rhinestones, and it looks great! And guess what,…
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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 Zig Zag Doll Blanket!
A crocheted doll blanket is a wonderful handmade gift that is sure to make a little someone in your life very happy. And pair it with a little pillow (coming soon?) or a doll bed, and you've got yourself a winner!
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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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Handmade Holiday: Crocheted Gift Pouches
These crocheted pouches that I posted about as bags for Hanukkah gelt, here, were such a success I just had to make more! A birthday party for my daughter's friend, no problem, let's give her a pouch filled with some small gifts! And a few buttons added to the end of the drawstring are cute…
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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: Crochet Striped Pouches For Gelt and Gifts!
If you happen to be paying attention I guess you've already figured out that I got bitten by the crochet bug! Sorry about that for those of you who don't crochet, but maybe you'll learn and join in on the fun? You are really missing out, believe me! And it's definitely a lot easier…
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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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Handmade Holiday: Make A Beautiful & Simple Rosette With Crocheted Trim!
Isn't this sweet? If you know how to crochet (and I really hope you do!) you can whip up a bunch of these rosettes in no time from just a piece of crocheted trim that you can make yourself. They look great attached to a ready made headband, as a pin, or even a napkin…
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Enhance Your Felt Flowers With Crocheted Edging! (And Dress Up Your Fall Table…)
With large flowers being all the rage as fashion accessories, I thought it was time to dress up the fall table too! Can't you imagine a long table with a flower like this at each place setting? I originally set out to make napkin rings, but then I realized that one really needn't bother…..just…
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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…