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Polka Dress in Crochet I have always had a particular fascination with vintage crochet patterns from the 1800s. This was an era when handcrafted art was used in everyday life and when most young ladies learned to crochet. Crocheted cuffs and collars as well as lace , beaded, and colorwork edgings embellished...
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I have a bit of a bag obsession. I own more bags than anyone should possibly be able to use, but I never seem to lack for a crochet project to carry in each one. So I was excited to watch Knitting Daily Episode 809, Carry-All. In this episode, Kristin Omdahl illustrates a few tips for a better crocheted...
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We use them to carry delicacies from the market or to hold our latest crochet projects, as purses or carryalls—well, to tell the truth, we use them for just about everything. I'm talking about crocheted bags. These brilliant accessories are not only fun to crochet but are also the perfect canvas...
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Textures, colors, techniques such as Tunisian or broomstick lace, stitch patterns, inventive constructions, and embellishments are a few of the methods we employ to make our crochet work interesting and eye catching. And while I crochet primarily for my own satisfactions, it's always nice, after...
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A solid understanding of the basics of crochet is the building block of learning how to crochet. Whether you have been crocheting for twenty years or twenty minutes, it is this foundation of basic crochet stitches and tips that allows you to learn new techniques and tackle your favorite patterns. Here...
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Taking a crochet project along on a long trip is a great way to keep busy during travel time or spend a few hours relaxing. But chasing a ball of yarn when it rolls under the airplane seat in front of you or realizing you forgot your scissors can make the crochet time more frustrating than relaxing....
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May is almost over and June is just around the corner. What does that mean for me? Well the suitcases are coming out of the closet, and I'm filling up my gas tank. It's time for a vacation. And the most important item to pack is a good travel project. Whether you are in a car for 6 hours or on...
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Well, we’re knee deep into Spring here in Colorado. Most of my heavy wools have been stowed away in favor of linens and cottons. Rich fall colors have been traded in for more honeyed tones. But my favorite color for Spring and Summer over any other though, is white. Mostly, I think it's because...
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For months I have been searching for the perfect crocheted bag to make. Something large enough to carry my current crochet projects while showcasing the beauty of crochet. And, I will admit, I was looking for something quick and easy but that would be a "statement" bag. The Flaming Tote (at...
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My mother passed on to me the inability to sit still. Whether watching a movie, traveling, or visiting with friends, her hands were always busy spinning, knitting, or crocheting. And as soon as I was old enough, she attempted to pass her skills on to me. I was a decent but disinterested spinner, an abysmal...
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Crocheters are an amazing, wonderful group of people. I see so much love going into every stitch, and so often that love and attention is going to someone we don't even know. There's a lot of need in the world; pretty much everywhere you turn there are people who are suffering and struggling...
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Mar 6, 2011
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Rhonda "TurquoizBlue" Davis has done a photo tutorial with step-outs on the felting a assembly of Eliza's Felted Bag from Interweave Crochet Accessories . You'll find it here . Enjoy!
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Is it really possible to have too many bags? We don't think so, either. Here we have a wide array of crochet bags for everyday occasions-going to market, to your crochet meeting, to lunch with a friend. Our 6 Free Crochet Bag Patterns will help increase your bag stash as you decrease your yarn stash...
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For the rest of today, all the books and many of the products in the Interweave store are on sale during our Customer Appreciation Sale. This is a great time to fill out your crochet bookshelf. Here, I've highlighted some products I have on my shelf-- and a few that I want to have. 2011 Interweave...
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I consider myself a novice spinner, having taken one class five years ago. I spin a few skeins a year when I get the hankering for it (and when my toddler lets me), but I still have a lot to learn in the making-my-own-yarn department. Fortunately, Spin-Off editor Amy Clarke Moore is just a few steps...