spring sale has ended :(

To receive 15% off of your next crochet

pattern purchase simply visit knotsewcute.etsy.com

and enter the coupon code: Spring2012

at the checkout.

Offer expires May 2, 2012

Enjoy!

have you seen the preview for the "vogue knitting" special collector's crochet issue?

It has been 18 years since Vogue last came out with an issue
 dedicated to crochet so I'm very pleased and excited!!! This gorgeous collection highlights the beauty and versatility of crochet and is a must see. Check out the preview here.

I'll be buying this issue for sure!

kim.

new pattern - chunky cables decorative throw by kim miller.

Wrap up in this luxuriously thick and cozy decorative throw. This beautiful cabled throw is crocheted using a N (10.00 mm) crochet hook and super bulky yarn so it works up fast and makes a beautiful gift that will be treasured for years.

The finished throw measures approximately 36” (91.4 cm) wide by 58” (147.3 cm) long.

This detailed crochet pattern has lots of illustrations to help you to successfully complete you project. The pattern calls for 12 balls of Lion Brand® Wool Ease Thick and Quick and uses the following stitches: hdc, dc, fpdc, bpdc, fptr and reverse sc.

Buy Now

kim.

sneak peek.

We are excited to share a peek of our latest crochet design that will be released soon.

This beautiful cabled throw is crocheted using a super bulky yarn so it works up fast and makes a great gift that will be treasured for years. 

kim.

how to crochet in the back or front loops only.

Normally, when you are crocheting you insert your crochet hook through both top loops as shown...

...but sometimes you will be directed to work into the front or the back loops only. It is important to follow these instructions as it will greatly change the look of your project.

To work in the front loop only you insert your hook through the front loop (as shown below), leaving the back loop unworked.

To work in the back loop only you insert your work through the back loop leaving the front loop unworked.

This technique will produce a ridge or a horizontal line across your work and it is often used to create a ribbed effect.

kim.

photo gallery.

We are always thrilled to hear from our customers!  We love to see how our crochet designs have inspired them to create something wonderful for themselves or someone that they love. We recently heard from Angela, who shared such beautiful photos of her finished projects that we just had to share the gorgeousness with you.  She used the crochet pattern "Hanging Storage Pouch" and she did two different versions of it. 

The first one is made up of a very thick wool. So thick, in fact, that she mentioned that it could even serve as a freestanding basket if she were to omit the hanging piece.  I love that idea! 

The second one she made up using a finer cotton blend and it is equally as beautiful!!  You can visit Angela's blog for more great photos of these pouches and be sure to check out all the beautiful items that she has in her shop "Simple Things Small Joys". A shop full of eye candy to make your space dreamy!!!

tara.

and the winners are...

Today is the day we announce our winners to the crochet pattern giveaway that ran through the weekend. Yay!!  Thanks to all who participated and for leaving us such great comments and spreading the word.  We love to hear from our customers!!

Without further ado, here are the winners!!

1st prize - SanDslnrs who left the comment "Hi!!! I love your patterns...hope I'm one of the winners :-)" Receives any three crochet patterns of their choice from our Etsy shop.

2nd prize -  an Anonymous commenter who said "Your patterns are great!". Receives any two crochet patterns of their choice from our Etsy shop.

3rd prize - goes to a customer who entered by direct email and said "like all the others I totally LOVE your patterns". Receives any crochet pattern of their choice from our Etsy shop.

All drawings were random using www.random.org. Winners will be contacted personally by email with details on how to redeem their prize.

Thanks again everyone for participating.  Can't wait to see you all again for our next drawing!!

Have a great week and see you next time!

tara and kim.