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Pattern Review – Monster Butt Pants by Donelda Higgins
Last Saturday, I went to a 1st birthday party. I knew I wanted to make some monster pants for the birthday boy, and a friend recommended this adorable Monster Butt Pants Pattern by Donelda Higgins. I was not disappointed!
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Free Pattern – Round the Mulberry Bush
Rainbow colors go round and round, punctuated by lightly textured, grey stripes. With a cotton/acrylic blend in vivid colors, this simple hat is just right for summer. It uses small amounts of several different colors, so is a great stashbuster project too. Here’s a fun fact: despite the popular nursery rhyme, mulberries actually grow on trees, not bushes! This pattern is…
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Kristen
As many of you know, I spend most Friday evenings with a knitting/crochet group at my local yarn store. This past Friday, I got to meet someone new, and I thought you might like to meet her too. This is Kristen: Kristen is 8, and already crocheting like a pro. When I met her, she was working on a cupcake carrier –…
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Free Pattern – Slanted Puffs Bracelet by CrochetN’Crafts
If you liked my Dew Drop Necklace, you’ll love this fabulous Slanted Puffs Bracelet designed by Rhelena of CrochetN’Crafts! The two patterns go beautifully together, and as soon as I saw it I knew I wanted to share it with you. Angled puff stitches create a fun zig zag design that make this elegant bracelet a must have accessory. Rhelena has lots…
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Crochet Flower Necklace Pattern – Dew Drop Necklace
Create a chain of delicate "beads" and simple flower embellishments, using tiny puff stitches! This crochet flower necklace is easily customizable for a special occasion showpiece, or an everyday wardrobe staple. It's great for gifting and craft fairs too!
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Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #18
There were two projects shared in last week’s link party – Granite Stitch Dishcloth by Kat’s Crochet Creations, and Gracie Baby Hat by Jessie at Home. Things tend to slow down in the fiber arts world during the summer months, so the next few link parties are going to be 4 weeks long instead of weekly. Be sure to…
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Bandkerchief Crochet Kerchief Headband
What goes on easy like a headband but looks like a kerchief? A Bandkerchief of course! This crochet kerchief headband pattern is quick and easy. With 5 sizes from baby to adult, this lacy design makes a great summer accessory for the whole family!
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Book Review – Crocheted Abode A La Mode by Twinkie Chan
Twinkie Chan is well known for her scrumptious food designs - if you can eat it, she's probably crocheted it. She has definitely outdone herself in her new book "Crocheted Abode A La Mode." This is the first time I can honestly say that a crochet pattern book made me hungry!
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Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #17
Last week’s most clicked link was the Mandala Rug by Jessie at Home. Congrats Jessie! Will your project be the most clicked link this week? You’ll have to submit it to find out! Be sure to check out all the other great projects too. Now it’s your turn Remember, any fiber related project you’ve made is fine – it does…
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Free Pattern – Hugging Tree
Celebrate the "tree huggers" in your life today, by making them this cute little tree to hug! The pattern is designed in Lion Brand Vanna's Choice yarns, which I received free from Lion Brand for this project. It's squishably soft and durable, and the tonal Taupe Mist colorway adds a great textured look to the trunk. If you prefer to use natural…
