-
All About Gauge
I know a lot of knitters and crocheters cringe at the words "gauge" and "swatching". But working up a gauge swatch before starting a project can be important, and it doesn't have to be difficult! Clover gave me a free swatch ruler and needle gauge tool to try and review for you. It seemed like the perfect opportunity to share some information with you about gauge and swatching.
-
Free Pattern – Tulip the Bunny Rabbit
Tulip the bunny rabbit has come for a visit, just in time for Easter! With a sweet smile and big floppy ears, this fuzzy bunny is sure to delight. Best of all, she works up quickly with relatively few seams.
-
Big Birthday Book Giveaway
It's my birthday and we just closed on a new house. Best birthday gift ever! Now we're moving, and that means I have gifts for you too. I get a lot of free books for review, and over the years have amassed quite a collection. Since I keep getting more in, I just can't keep them all and am sharing them with you. All of these prizes are made up of free books I have received from various publishers.
-
Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #51
It's time for another Scrappy Stitchers Link Party! The most clicked link in last month's link party was the Bridget Scarf from LiliaCraftParty. A great way to learn 2-color brioche knitting!
-
Free Pattern – Star Applique
Shine your brightest with a star applique. These crochet stars are fast and easy to make, and so versatile.
-
Free Pattern – Sweet & Simple Flower Headband
Tame those tresses with a touch of spring! This Sweet and Simple Flower Headband adds a pop of color, with a stretchy ribbed section for a snug fit. The beginner-friendly pattern can be made to any size from infant to adult, and everything in between.
-
Laurel Hill Crochet Hooks
In celebration of International Crochet month, Laurel Hill gave me a free, ebony crochet hook to review for you. It's a unique hook that I'm thrilled to have in my collection. Read more about it on Stitches n Scraps!
-
Free Pattern – Sapling Sweater Vest
Add a stylish finishing touch to your little one's outfit with the Sapling Sweater Vest. The lightweight fabric is perfect for warmer weather, and the gentle ribbing stretches to grow and move with active babies. The beginner friendly pattern works up quickly and includes 4 sizes from 6 - 24 months.
-
Crochet Abbreviations
Reading a crochet pattern can sometimes feel like reading a foreign language. Actually, that’s not far from the truth! Crochet does have its own vocabulary of stitches and abbreviations. Most patterns will include a list of the abbreviations that are used in that pattern, but some don’t. If you ever get stuck, here is a list of commonly used crochet abbreviations. These are the abbreviations used in Stitches n Scraps patterns as well. Several of the stitches below are linked to tutorials for that stitch. This list is in US terms – read about how US and UK crochet terms differ here. Basic Stitches Abbreviation Description ch chain sc single…
-
Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #50
It's our 50th Scrappy Stitchers Link Party! I can't believe it's been 50 already, I hope you all enjoy the virtual "show and tell" as much as I do. The most clicked link in last month's link party was Häekelfieber's Wacky Weave Babette CAL, Block 7. Häekelfieber won last month as well, with a different block from the same event - you guys are really liking this CAL!
