Set your table in holiday style with these pretty napkin rings! Recently I went looking for new holiday table linens and suffered sticker shock! Why are cloth napkins $6 and more a piece? It's only a 20" square of fabric! But the biggest shock was napkin rings. I saw a set that I really liked because they had texture, looked handmade, were golden in color for the season and were not too ornate, BUT, they were $8 a piece and I needed a dozen. No way am I spending over $100 … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Festive Napkin Rings
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Free Crochet Pattern: Money & Gift Card Holders
Liven up your holiday decorating with these quick ornaments. Do you have people on your Christmas list that are impossible to buy for? You know, the typical teenager, your in-laws, the neighborhood kid that helped you withe some chores and more! Well I find that most people appreciate a gift certificate, or plain old cash? But it seems so impersonal to just put some cash or a gift card in an envelope, right? These three gift cases are perfect to dress up those "money" gifts and … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Money & Gift Card Holders
12 Weeks of Christmas Blog Hop CAL – Week 10 Free Pattern
***** Welcome to Week 10 Brought to you by Red Heart Soft & Red Heart Boutique Fur! and The Hooked Haberdasher! Click on the pictures below to shop this yarn with our affiliates! Click on the picture below to go to the free pattern! Don't forget to join us over at the Crochet Playground and post your finished project pictures by midnight EDT on 11/19/15 to be entered into a drawing for this awesome prize sponsored by Red Heart Yarns ($50 … [Read more...] about 12 Weeks of Christmas Blog Hop CAL – Week 10 Free Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern-X Stitch Challenge, Market Bag
This month's X Stitch Challenge crochet pattern is a Market Bag. I designed this crochet pattern with two versions of the X stitch. I love the texture that these two different X stitches create when offset with basic single and half double crochet. The straps wrap around the bottom of the bag for extra strength and can handle even the heaviest trips to the grocery store. I love rainbows and when I first designed this bag I wanted it to be fun, bright and happy, well what's happier than a … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern-X Stitch Challenge, Market Bag
National Crochet Month 2015 Blog Tour Giveaway & Crochet Pattern
Thank you for stopping by. I'm delighted to be a part of Crochetville's National Crochet Month blog tour celebration. It's my first time participating and I'd like to thank Amy and Donna for all their hard work and energy in coordinating this fabulous event. Be sure to head over to Crochetville daily to read up on all the featured designers and giveaways too. In honor of National Crochet Month and the blog tour, I have a few treats for you today... First, I'm releasing a new crochet … [Read more...] about National Crochet Month 2015 Blog Tour Giveaway & Crochet Pattern
Crochet Finds – 3-2-15
This week's Crochet Finds focus on unique and fashionable shawls, scarves and purses. They are a mix of paid and free patterns and a wonderful example of talented designers sharing the crochet craft. I can't think of a better way to start out National Crochet Month! My two favorite crochet finds this week have a lot in common, they are both scarves, have a geometric look, are made in black and white and are very unique! Neptune's Arrow Scarf by Moogly is showcases this pretty … [Read more...] about Crochet Finds – 3-2-15
July CAL – Stitch ‘n Style Handbag
For me, the summer is all about relaxing, slower days spent with family and friends, vacationing or pursuing hobbies and of course barbecues! So, I got together with a couple of friends and we’ve planned a summer CAL Blog Hop – think of it as a crochet barbecue! Who: Janaya from Charmed by Ewe, Maria from Pattern Paradise and Wendy from The Hooked Haberdasher What: A fun summer CAL blog hop, for the Stitch 'n Style Handbag When: Each Tuesday starting July 1st through the 22nd and a … [Read more...] about July CAL – Stitch ‘n Style Handbag
FREE Crochet Pattern – Stash ‘n Dash Mini Tote
A few days ago I posted the Stash n' Dash Clutch and now I'll share it's "stand up" sibling, the Stash n' Dash Mini Tote! Same great size for the necessities, but in a vertical version and with a button flap instead of a zipper. Enjoy! ~Maria~ *************************************** Materials: I used Sugar ‘n Cream Cotton, Main Color ~ 1/2 skein 2 Contrasting Colors ~ 1/4 skeins of each 3/4” button Gauge: Hook US H – (5.0 mm) 14 sts, 12 Rows in houndstooth pattern = … [Read more...] about FREE Crochet Pattern – Stash ‘n Dash Mini Tote
FREE Crochet Pattern – Stash ‘n Dash Clutch
Do you lose your keys and essentials in your big bag? Do you run out the door and forget cash, license or other necessities? Well struggle no more! This little clutch is perfectly sized to hold all those essentials for quick retrieval. It’s so easy to make and a great stash buster too! Keep it near your door and you are always ready to "stash 'n dash"! It's quick to make and a great stash buster too! ~Maria~ *************************************** Materials: I used Sugar ‘n Cream … [Read more...] about FREE Crochet Pattern – Stash ‘n Dash Clutch
NEW Crochet Pattern – The Nantucket Bag
The Nantucket Bag! Make this pretty summer bag for the beach or every day use! Use coupon code to get 40% off through 7/1/2017 (be sure discount is applied before you checkout, no adjustments will be made) Use Coupon Code: BEACH I love crocheted bags and find myself making a few every summer. This one has a nice stitch combination that is reminiscent of Tunisian crochet, but it isn't! It has a light and "beachy" feeling with a clutch that hooks on the inside to keep your essentials … [Read more...] about NEW Crochet Pattern – The Nantucket Bag
Tutorial: How to Line a Crocheted Bag
How do you line a crocheted bag? I love crocheted bags. I love lined crocheted bags even more! In addition to providing structure, a lining gives your bag a finished, professional look. It will also lengthen the life of your bag by alleviating wear and tear caused by the contents. So many people seem intimidated by linings, but with a few basic sewing skills and supplies they are quite simple. Follow these simple instructions to line all your bags! … [Read more...] about Tutorial: How to Line a Crocheted Bag
Birthday Surprises!
Well today is my birthday...high 5 to me! I received many cards and good wishes from friends and family and very special gifts of love.....My husband took me to dinner....My daughter baked delicious chocolate treats - my favorite...I receive beautiful flowers and cards from my sons and nephews too! But then there was the unexpected...... One of the unexpected blessings of building this business has been the wonderful friendships that have developed. One very special friend, surprised me with … [Read more...] about Birthday Surprises!