Wednesday, November 30, 2011

don't forget...



We can't believe that another month has flown by so quickly. Already this Friday December 2, 2011 is "first friday freebie". We have a crochet pattern that we will be offering as a free download and it is perfect for this time of year so be sure to check back!



kim and tara.

Monday, November 28, 2011

sneak peek.



Here's a peek at an up and coming crochet pattern that should be ready for release any day now...


kim.

Monday, November 21, 2011

current project.

I try not to purchase random balls of yarn just because I love the colour, texture or what have you. I like to have a plan or a project in mind, but all self control seems to fly out the window when I hear the words "50% off"!

I had no idea what I would do with this giant collection of 12 mini skeins all handpainted in the same gorgeous colours but I couldn't resist:)


The yarn is from Hand Painted Knitting Yarns, and this beautiful skein is a sea of texture, with 60 yards of each yarn, ranging from fine merino to boucle and glitters. At first I thought that I would make a triangle shawl, but because I was concerned about the colour pooling, and the different weights and textures of yarn I decided that I would have some fun and try my hand at free form crochet. I thought that I would start by crocheting a collection of different motifs...


...and when I'm done I will lay them all out and see what they want to be. I am hoping for a shawl. Not much of a plan, but I will keep you posted.


kim.

Monday, November 14, 2011

finished project.

I am not the fastest crocheter so when I get a project done, I am EXCITED! Thought I would share my latest.  This is one of Kim Miller's most recent patterns, called the "Boyfriend Cowl".  I did it up for my guy but I have every intention of stealing it :) Okay, that sounds bad...borrowing it...at least until I have one to call my very own.




I love this pattern! It looks great on girl or guy and created using a simple stitch. The finishing construction is genius and creates this funky cowl.  Love it!

I used approximately 1.5 balls of "Stylecraft Life Aran" in "Granite Marl" to create this cowl.  It is 75% acrylic and 25% wool.  Just the right combination of fiber for our mild winters.
 
To get your hands on this pattern, click here. Thanks Kim, for another great design!




tara.

Friday, November 11, 2011

before and after blocking.

Blocking can play a large part in how your finished project will look and this step is especially important when you are working with lace. If you have never blocked before it opens up the stitches and what looks crumpled and ordinary is transformed into light, airy and extraordinary.

This post is to show the wonders of blocking...


by Kim Miller

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by Lisa Naskrent

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by Lion Brand Yarn

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by Kim Miller

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kim and tara.




Tuesday, November 8, 2011

and the winner is....

We love giveaways as much as you do!! It is such a great way to meet and connect with fellow crocheters and it is so exciting to read everyone's comments. We would like to say a big thank-you to everyone for participating in this months giveaway!!!


Now for the exciting part...and the winner for this month's giveaway for the surprise package valued at over $50.00 is...


TERI...who commented "Nothing better than your patterns and free yarn!"  Thanks Teri and congratulations!  We will contact you via email and we will have the goodie bag sent out to you shortly!!


kim and tara.

Sunday, November 6, 2011

photo gallery - first pair of mittens.

Kim of "MamasFluffnStuff" recently posted pictures of the first pair of mittens that she ever made and she generously gave us permission to to share with you:)


Didn't her mittens turn out absolutely beautiful!!! To meet a fellow crafter/crocheter and to see more pictures of Kim's delightfully charming mittens visit her blog!


kim and tara.