You can get my free pattern here, Hooded Infinity Scarf.
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
Made 2 more Hooded Infinity Scarves
Here are pictures of 2 more Hooded Infinity Scarves that I made since I posted the pattern.
You can get my free pattern here, Hooded Infinity Scarf.
You can get my free pattern here, Hooded Infinity Scarf.
Sunday, December 8, 2013
Hooded Infinity Scarf Pattern
I just added a new pattern of my own design to my Free Patterns Page.
It's a Crocheted Hooded Infinity Scarf. I love these. They keep your neck and head warm and they look very pretty too. I'm working on my second one now and I'm doing it in black and gray.
It's a Crocheted Hooded Infinity Scarf. I love these. They keep your neck and head warm and they look very pretty too. I'm working on my second one now and I'm doing it in black and gray.
Thursday, December 5, 2013
It's Getting Close to Christmas
Christmas is just around the corner and I know most of you are busy making beautiful handmade gifts (these are the best gifts in my opinion!).
My daughter sells at craft shows and her biggest sellers this year are infinity scarves as well as the hooded infinity scarves. I think these are beautiful as well as very practical for cold winters.
There are some free patterns online for them, but not as many as I thought there would be, so I am working on my own pattern. I want one of these for myself. I'll share the pattern when it's ready. Writing up a new pattern can be challenging, you want to make it as easy to understand as you possibly can.
It can also be quite time consuming, especially for me now with my daughter, son-in-law and 2 yr old granddaughter living with me for the winter.
It's coming up on the 4th Christmas without my better half. Since his death in 2010 I stopped celebrating Christmas. I didn't put up any tree or decorations. No turkey or any special meal on Christmas Day, but my son and daughter and their families would come to visit a couple weeks before Christmas and we would cook a turkey dinner.
So this year is going to quite different for me as I will certainly allow my daughter to put up a Christmas tree and decorations for my granddaughter. I can't expect them to stop their Christmas activities just because I'm not in the mood for it much anymore.
Thinking of years past I recall how much I loved to crochet Christmas decorations for the tree. I still have all those ornaments that I made packed away in a box. We are going to get them out this year as my daughter has her decorations packed away in a storage unit.
Here are some cute free patterns for crochet decorations I found online. I have made most of these or similar versions. They all look so wonderful on a Christmas tree.
Paperclip Ice Skate Ornament
I remember back when I was a child that a lot of the kids would have these pinned to their
jackets in the wintertime.
Button Ornaments
I haven't made these but they are so pretty so I wanted to add them too.
Crochet Pine Cone Pattern
I love these! I can't seem to get the picture to show up, so click the link
above to have a look and get the pattern.
Christmas Ball Ornament
These patterns were one of my favourites. I liked to make new covers for
old ornaments to give them a fresh new look.
CHRISTMAS BALL ORNAMENTS
Filet Shell Ornament
These are beautiful and one of my favourite to make.
Christmas Wreath Ring Ornament
I made several of these that are similar to the one below.
Crochet Christmas Bell
I made several of these as well.
STOCKING ORNAMENT
I have several of these in my collection too.
Crochet Christmas Ornament
I absolutely love the filet ornaments. I made many similar to these to cover old ornaments.
9 Christmas Snowflakes Crochet PDF Pattern
Last but not least, a crochet Christmas would not be complete without snowflakes!
My daughter sells at craft shows and her biggest sellers this year are infinity scarves as well as the hooded infinity scarves. I think these are beautiful as well as very practical for cold winters.
There are some free patterns online for them, but not as many as I thought there would be, so I am working on my own pattern. I want one of these for myself. I'll share the pattern when it's ready. Writing up a new pattern can be challenging, you want to make it as easy to understand as you possibly can.
It can also be quite time consuming, especially for me now with my daughter, son-in-law and 2 yr old granddaughter living with me for the winter.
It's coming up on the 4th Christmas without my better half. Since his death in 2010 I stopped celebrating Christmas. I didn't put up any tree or decorations. No turkey or any special meal on Christmas Day, but my son and daughter and their families would come to visit a couple weeks before Christmas and we would cook a turkey dinner.
So this year is going to quite different for me as I will certainly allow my daughter to put up a Christmas tree and decorations for my granddaughter. I can't expect them to stop their Christmas activities just because I'm not in the mood for it much anymore.
Thinking of years past I recall how much I loved to crochet Christmas decorations for the tree. I still have all those ornaments that I made packed away in a box. We are going to get them out this year as my daughter has her decorations packed away in a storage unit.
Here are some cute free patterns for crochet decorations I found online. I have made most of these or similar versions. They all look so wonderful on a Christmas tree.
Paperclip Ice Skate Ornament
I remember back when I was a child that a lot of the kids would have these pinned to their
jackets in the wintertime.
Button Ornaments
I haven't made these but they are so pretty so I wanted to add them too.
Crochet Pine Cone Pattern
I love these! I can't seem to get the picture to show up, so click the link
above to have a look and get the pattern.
Christmas Ball Ornament
These patterns were one of my favourites. I liked to make new covers for
old ornaments to give them a fresh new look.
CHRISTMAS BALL ORNAMENTS
Filet Shell Ornament
These are beautiful and one of my favourite to make.
I made several of these that are similar to the one below.
Crochet Christmas Bell
I made several of these as well.
STOCKING ORNAMENT
I have several of these in my collection too.
Crochet Christmas Ornament
I absolutely love the filet ornaments. I made many similar to these to cover old ornaments.
9 Christmas Snowflakes Crochet PDF Pattern
Last but not least, a crochet Christmas would not be complete without snowflakes!
Sunday, December 1, 2013
New Pattern
I just added a new crocheted dishcloth pattern to my Free Patterns Page.
Here is the direct link to it,
ZigZag Dishcloth Pattern.
Here is the direct link to it,
ZigZag Dishcloth Pattern.
Thursday, November 21, 2013
What is Craftsy?
What is Craftsy?
Craftsy is a worldwide craft community offering online classes. It also has a patterns marketplace where independent designers can sell their patterns; a supplies shop with great deals on yarn, fabric, and class kits; and a projects section where members share pictures of their latest craft successes. With over two million members and counting, Craftsy has something for just about everyone, in categories ranging from quilting, sewing, knitting, painting, photography, cooking, and more.
Behind the Scenes: The Making of a Craftsy Class
Before filming even begins, hours and hours are spent determining what content will be covered in each class, and how to best teach specific techniques to the camera. Instructors work with an instructional designer to create an in-depth outline of each lesson, and decide how to best prepare props or “step-outs” that show what your project should like at different steps. Instead of a scripted class, instructors follow their outlines on camera to create an authentic and engaging teaching experience.
Most Craftsy classes are filmed in one of five Craftsy studios in Denver, CO, assuring that every part of the production process goes off without a hitch. They fly in instructors from all over the world to spend several days filming, then spend several weeks turning hours of footage into a two to three hour class experience that has been watched, rewatched, and reviewed by industry experts. The final result is an HD-quality video that takes you in-depth into specific topics in any given craft category- from cooking and fine art to sewing and knitting.
What IS the Craftsy experience?
Craftsy classes are designed to have all the benefits of an in-person class, with none of the drawbacks. Available online and on-demand, you always have world-class instructors at the tip of your fingers. You can retake the class as many times as you want, and the 30-second repeat feature allows you to watch the same section over and over again until you get every technique just right.
Watching a Craftsy class is like having a first-row seat with some of the best instructors in the world. Even better, classes have a 100% money-back guarantee.
Try online learning today with a free mini-class from Craftsy! Choose from 23 Free Craftsy Classes ranging from drawing and painting to sewing and quilting, from knitting to cake decorating and more. This is great for beginners who have no one close by to teach them hands on!
Craftsy is a worldwide craft community offering online classes. It also has a patterns marketplace where independent designers can sell their patterns; a supplies shop with great deals on yarn, fabric, and class kits; and a projects section where members share pictures of their latest craft successes. With over two million members and counting, Craftsy has something for just about everyone, in categories ranging from quilting, sewing, knitting, painting, photography, cooking, and more.
Behind the Scenes: The Making of a Craftsy Class
Before filming even begins, hours and hours are spent determining what content will be covered in each class, and how to best teach specific techniques to the camera. Instructors work with an instructional designer to create an in-depth outline of each lesson, and decide how to best prepare props or “step-outs” that show what your project should like at different steps. Instead of a scripted class, instructors follow their outlines on camera to create an authentic and engaging teaching experience.
Most Craftsy classes are filmed in one of five Craftsy studios in Denver, CO, assuring that every part of the production process goes off without a hitch. They fly in instructors from all over the world to spend several days filming, then spend several weeks turning hours of footage into a two to three hour class experience that has been watched, rewatched, and reviewed by industry experts. The final result is an HD-quality video that takes you in-depth into specific topics in any given craft category- from cooking and fine art to sewing and knitting.
What IS the Craftsy experience?
Craftsy classes are designed to have all the benefits of an in-person class, with none of the drawbacks. Available online and on-demand, you always have world-class instructors at the tip of your fingers. You can retake the class as many times as you want, and the 30-second repeat feature allows you to watch the same section over and over again until you get every technique just right.
Watching a Craftsy class is like having a first-row seat with some of the best instructors in the world. Even better, classes have a 100% money-back guarantee.
Try online learning today with a free mini-class from Craftsy! Choose from 23 Free Craftsy Classes ranging from drawing and painting to sewing and quilting, from knitting to cake decorating and more. This is great for beginners who have no one close by to teach them hands on!
Sunday, November 3, 2013
Thanksgiving Crafts
Thanksgiving will be coming up soon in the U.S. Here in Canada it is over and done with, it was in October.
Here is an article with some great Thanksgiving crafts ideas for kids. I think most adults would enjoy making these crafts too!
4 Easy Thanksgiving Craft Ideas For Kids
By Toasha R Jiordano
The time is upon us. Pull out all those brown and orange sweaters, and grab a cup of hot cocoa. Relax by the fire and read book after book from your favorite author. Oh... what? You have kids? Nevermind!
But have no fear. I'm here to show you some easy craft ideas that any elementary aged child can do. The older ones will love it too, if you can get them to be in the same room with you long enough.
Thankful Turkey
Have each family member write down a couple things they're thankful for on cut out feathers. Poke the feathers into the turkey's back and watch the thankful plumage bloom!
What You Need:
Fall colored construction paper
Scissors
Glue
Pipe cleaners
Yarn (dark and light brown) (preferably ball/ not skein)
Wooden craft stick (or popsicle stick)
Felt material or more construction paper
Optional: Store bought googly eyes or other facial features
How To: Read more here......
Here is an article with some great Thanksgiving crafts ideas for kids. I think most adults would enjoy making these crafts too!
4 Easy Thanksgiving Craft Ideas For Kids
By Toasha R Jiordano
The time is upon us. Pull out all those brown and orange sweaters, and grab a cup of hot cocoa. Relax by the fire and read book after book from your favorite author. Oh... what? You have kids? Nevermind!
But have no fear. I'm here to show you some easy craft ideas that any elementary aged child can do. The older ones will love it too, if you can get them to be in the same room with you long enough.
Thankful Turkey
Have each family member write down a couple things they're thankful for on cut out feathers. Poke the feathers into the turkey's back and watch the thankful plumage bloom!
What You Need:
Fall colored construction paper
Scissors
Glue
Pipe cleaners
Yarn (dark and light brown) (preferably ball/ not skein)
Wooden craft stick (or popsicle stick)
Felt material or more construction paper
Optional: Store bought googly eyes or other facial features
How To: Read more here......
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