Crochet patterns are guides that are used by anyone who enjoys crocheting, whether it be for fun or profit. These references are most helpful to those who are new to the hobby, but even the advanced expert can benefit from the use of crochet patterns. Quite often, a pattern can spark new ideas and thoughts for future projects.
Continue reading →If you have ever wandered down the yarn aisle of a craft store, you have likely felt the pull of the gorgeous colors and textures waiting to be transformed. But before you dive headfirst into a sea of wool and acrylic, you face a classic fiber arts dilemma: Should you take up knitting or crochet?
To the untrained eye, they might look exactly the same—after all, both crafts involve turning dynamic balls of string into beautiful, wearable textiles. But underneath the surface, knitting and crochet use entirely different tools, structures, and techniques.
Continue reading →The Dutch called it Haken and the Spanish called it Labor de Ganchillo, but call it Crochet and it looks just as delicate and. Today the word, with its roots in medieval French Croc or croche meaning Hook, has come to signify one of the most popular fabric crafts for men and women across the globe. Yes, I did say men?because an increasing number of men are now turning to this highly structured and organized craft for finding creative satisfaction.
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What follows is information that I have pulled together from many different sources. The secrets, tips, and techniques you read here are from my book “Crocheting Made Simple”. I hope you find it both interesting and helpful.
Continue reading →What follows is information that I have pulled together from many different sources. The secrets, tips, and techniques you read here are from my book “Crocheting Made Simple”. I hope you find it both interesting and helpful.