A skinny scarf and hat set uses soft, curly yarn. The patterns are very straightforward to make because they only use single and double crochet stitches. Yarn. The pattern uses Lion Brand's Homespun Collection (Blue Moon). The hat uses 1 skein (185-yds) of the yarn while the scar uses 2-1/2 skeins of the yarn. The... Continue Reading →
[CROCHETING] Christmas Gift: Easy Ladies Hat Pattern
When I saw this hat pattern, I thought it was the cutest. It would make great Christmas gifts for the ladies this year. The City Sophisticate crocheted hat pattern from Yarnspirations is the first hat that I've crocheted. Thus far, I've only done scarves and blankets. Yarnspirations rates this pattern as Easy, which I agree.... Continue Reading →
Effective Yarn Storage Ideas for Crafters
I recently organized my yarn and fibers into the top shelving in my closet. The top shelving consists of storage crates which are turned on their side and stackable. I love this setup because the crates are extremely portable and move easily. I color code my yarns with browns, blues, greys for the fall season.... Continue Reading →
[CROCHETING] Fall-Inspired Crochet Wall Hanging for Halloween
This is actually my first crocheted wall hanging using the #6 bulky Wool-Ease yarn from Lion Brand. The "pattern" was really improv which was freeing. It is so easy to finish for a day or weekend. It starts with 21 single crochet stitches. The rest of it is 20 double crocheted rows. This way, I... Continue Reading →
Organizing Your Knitting and Crocheting Supplies
I use two cases for my knitting and crocheting supplies. Like quilting and other art forms, it is easy to lose track of all of the little gadgets you have. It was really important to me to find a case that would store ALL of my supplies. I wanted them all in the same case.... Continue Reading →
