I’m actually not certain of the differences between a shawl, a cowl, a scarf, a wrap, etc, etc. All I understand is that they tend to keep your neck warm, and sometimes other parts too! What drew me to this pattern, was that if the cowl is made long enough, it can double as aContinue reading “Pattern Review: Winding Ridges Cowl by Janet Pippin”
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Pattern Review: Easy Peasy Posy Shawl by The Crochet Fix
Frequently, I buy yarns without having a project in mind. I then browse through Ravelry, looking under the projects tab of the yarn I just bought, hoping for inspiration. That is how I stumbled upon the Easy Peasy Posy Shawl by The Crochet Fix. I had just purchased Lion Brand Ice Cream yarn, and thoughtContinue reading “Pattern Review: Easy Peasy Posy Shawl by The Crochet Fix”
Pattern Review: Easy Breezy Shawl by PurpleIguana
I hadn’t made a shawl before, and I wanted a simple one to teach me the basics. Plus, I had just got some lovely Lion Brand Moroccan Nights yarn that I wanted to show off! After much searching, I found what I wanted: the Easy Breezy Shawl pattern by PurpleIguana on Ravelry. This pattern isContinue reading “Pattern Review: Easy Breezy Shawl by PurpleIguana”
Yarn Review: Lion Brand Mandala Watercolors
Ahhh, Lion Brand’s Mandala– a favorite among many crocheters and knitters. I’ve always been fascinated with the Mandala yarns, but I couldn’t decide which to start with! Finally, the Mandala Watercolors went on sale at my local craft store and I just couldn’t pass it up. This yarn is a bulky roving style, with theContinue reading “Yarn Review: Lion Brand Mandala Watercolors”
Yarn Review: Lion Brand Ice Cream
I found this yarn in the baby section at my craft store, although I don’t think it is necessarily baby yarn! I was drawn to the bright pink “Birthday Cake” color– so bright that it almost hurt my eyes to look at! I knew I wanted to wear this yarn the moment I saw it.Continue reading “Yarn Review: Lion Brand Ice Cream”
Yarn Review: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream
Summer is here, which means it’s time to put down the cozy wool and alpaca yarns and pick up some more breathable yarn— like cotton! Lily Sugar ‘n Cream has many different cotton yarns in their lineup, and today I’ll be reviewing the original 100% cotton yarn. If you’ve never used a 100% cotton yarnContinue reading “Yarn Review: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream”
Yarn Review: Lion Brand Moroccan Nights
I fell in love with this yarn at first sight. The swatch at my local craft store was so beautiful, and when I saw the yarn go on sale I couldn’t resist buying some! This yarn is a unique gradient made up of two different colored strands. Each strand gradually changes colors throughout the skeinContinue reading “Yarn Review: Lion Brand Moroccan Nights”
Pattern Review: Crochet Dreamz Sandals
I recently discovered the joys of wearing slippers during the day. I never understood why my partner would always wear socks and slippers— but now I get it. The floors can be cold… They can be hard, and rough, and have bumpy bits of cat litter on them! Covering my feet with something soft andContinue reading “Pattern Review: Crochet Dreamz Sandals”
Pattern Review: Sirin’s Crochet – World’s Easiest Blanket
A coworker of mine is having a baby soon! I wanted to make a blanket for them— something that would be quick and easy. In my search, I found the World’s Easiest Blanket from Sirin’s Crochet. What drew me to this pattern was the simple stitches used, the use of one color, and the cuteContinue reading “Pattern Review: Sirin’s Crochet – World’s Easiest Blanket”
Yarn Review: Red Heart Soft Baby Steps
I’ve recently learned why there are so many baby blanket patterns in the crochet world: baby yarn is so soft and delightful to work with! Well, I’m sure there are other reasons for all the baby projects… Luckily for me, a coworker of mine is having a baby soon! I figured now would be aContinue reading “Yarn Review: Red Heart Soft Baby Steps”
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