Category Archives: Crochet

Free ebook that of vintage patterns

  By sharonb | November 4, 2011 - 8:12 pm | , , , ,
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magazine coverOver on Redheart.com there is a new free ebook available.

We’ve Got You Covered: 25 Crochet and Knit Throws contains 25 vintage patterns for afghans and throws.

I am not sure about your part of the world but I know here people are once again making and enjoying snuggling up under these. They are a great way to use up scrap wool too so if you are currently de-stashing or economising you will find this free ebook useful.

Patterns are a three differnt skill levels so there is somethng for everyone.

Sites worth bookmarking: Annies Attic

  By sharonb | September 10, 2009 - 10:35 pm | , , , , ,
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screenshot of website

Annies Attic is a site for people interested in crochet, knitting, paper crafts, cross stitch and crafts for children. If you are unaware of the  site do swing by and explore the site.

At first glance it looks to be a standard commercial site but exploring a little deeper leads to useful resources particularly if you are beginner.

Their stitch guide houses information on crochet, cross stitch, knitting, plastic canvas and quilting. The ‘cross stitch’ section houses directions for basic embroidery stitches, including some with video.

Both the crochet and knitting areas likewise hold a stitch guide and some of these stitches are illustrated with video. The Quilting area houses basic information on tools, fabrics and quilt construction and the plastic canvas area houses a stitch guide to some canvas stitches

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