Happy Friday, crafters! It’s been a while since we’ve done a pattern share here on the blog, and I think I’ve found just the thing. If you’re like me, you’re probably whipping out tons of crochet scarves for the holidays! I’m even planning on posting my own super simple scarf pattern in the next fewContinue reading “Go With The Flow Super Scarf”
Yearly Archives: 2016
Poll: Firefly CAL Squares
I’ve been dreaming of this Firefly CAL for such a long time. It’s such an amazing series to commemorate in crochet form, and there’s so many different designs to choose from! And that’s where we need your help. Several weeks ago, we asked our followers what kinds of designs you’d like to see in our FireflyContinue reading “Poll: Firefly CAL Squares”
Unicorns for Paisley
I don’t know how else to start this post than to say that this is a sad story, but I hope we can bring a little bit of joy to it. Jennifer Aston, long-time follower of the blog, is expecting a baby girl. She has named her little one Paisley Nicole, and she is due nextContinue reading “Unicorns for Paisley”
The Crafters Have Chosen: it’s a Peanuts CAL!
Hello, crafters! A short while ago, we announced the upcoming CALs for 2017. We also asked your help in determining what our third and final CAL for next year should be in this poll, and we’re excited to say that the results are finally in! It was a close run between a Muppets and aContinue reading “The Crafters Have Chosen: it’s a Peanuts CAL!”
Crafter’s Choice CAL
Hello, crafters! As October comes to a close–and, dare I say it, so does 2016–I have been trying to narrow down our CAL projects for next year. Because I’ve been running around like a crazy crafter for most of 2016, I’ve decided to adjust the number of CALs for next year. We’re definitely doing a FireflyContinue reading “Crafter’s Choice CAL”
The Dino CAL: Bonus Squares
Looking for a little something extra to add to your Dino CAL blanket? Look no further! When I finally finished all of my dino squares, I laid them all out on the table and decided that something was missing. Since I had made a name panel for my little sister’s Princess & Villains CAL blanket,Continue reading “The Dino CAL: Bonus Squares”
The Dino CAL: T-Rex
Happy Friday, crafters! Today marks the release of the last official square of our Dino CAl, but don’t despair! I have a couple of bonus (graph-only) squares designed and I’m hoping to share those soon. Our last official square features perhaps the most iconic of all dinosaurs: the T-Rex! *cue Jurassic Park theme music*Continue reading “The Dino CAL: T-Rex”
Stylecraft Special DK Yarn: A Review
Happy Tuesday, crafters! It’s been a while since we’ve had a proper Tuesday Tip blog post, but I think this one will be worth it. As a crocheter in the United States, my local yarn choices can be somewhat limited. For years, I used what was available to me–mostly Vanna’s Choice or Red Heart yarns.Continue reading “Stylecraft Special DK Yarn: A Review”
The As-We-Go Stripey Blanket
I am so incredibly excited about this project. So excited, in fact, that I started as soon as my yarn arrived in the mail! Many of you know that I am scrambling to make/finish blanket projects for all of my siblings by Christmas. I designed the Harry Potter CAL for my eldest sister, the PrincessContinue reading “The As-We-Go Stripey Blanket”
The Dino CAL: Stegosaurus
It’s finally Friday! And what better way to celebrate with one of my very favorite dinosaurs: the stegosaurus. This was the first squares of the Dino CAL that I designed, and it reminded me that if you try hard enough and put in enough time, you can do anything you set your mind to. ItContinue reading “The Dino CAL: Stegosaurus”
Corner-To-Corner Nintendo Controller Blanket
There’s perhaps nothing quite as nostalgic (and awesome) as a classic Nintendo. I’m talking Super Mario Bros., Tetris, Duck Hunt–all classic games from an era where games were about pure fun and friendly competition. After all, who hasn’t held an all-night Tetris marathon, am I right? Some of you know that I had purposefully set aside theContinue reading “Corner-To-Corner Nintendo Controller Blanket”
The Dino CAL: Brontosaurus
Happy Friday, crafters! It’s been a crazy busy week for me, but I somehow managed to complete this dino square on time! I forgot to take a picture (seems to be a trend with me lately), but my Bronotsaurus is now resting happily with the rest of his Dino CAL family (on a chair…in myContinue reading “The Dino CAL: Brontosaurus”
One-Sken Wonder Giveaway!
What’s more lovely than crochet on a fall day? Not much, that’s for sure! To celebrate the heart of fall upon us, we’re hosting a one-skein wonder giveaway event! We’re giving away some Cascade Pacific Yarn to FIVE lucky winners! Just look at those beautiful colors! EDIT: Congratulations to our five winners: Nancy Byrne, Debbie Richardson,Continue reading “One-Sken Wonder Giveaway!”
The Dino CAL: Triceratops
Happy Friday, crafters! This week’s square features one of my all-time favorite dinosaurs: the triceratops. Ever since I was little and watched The Land Before Time, I loved the three-horns. Maybe I’m not of popular opinion in that regard, but oh well. Three-horns for the win! I got about halfway done with my triceratops squareContinue reading “The Dino CAL: Triceratops”
The Dino CAL: Pterodactyl
Happy Friday, crafters! With another Friday comes another square for our Dino CAL. This dinosaur is perhaps one of the most iconic dinosaurs and a favorite of many younglings around the world: the pterodactyl! I am almost finished with my pterodactyl square, but not quite. I hope to be finished over the weekend–maybe even tonight!Continue reading “The Dino CAL: Pterodactyl”