For weeks, Australia has been ravaged by bush fires that have destroyed homes and habitats, and displaced many people and animals. Australia's iconic wildlife have been particularly hard-hit, and rescue centers have put out a call for custom-made nests, pouches, and blankets to protect the most vulnerable animal babies caught in the fires. Crafters around… Continue reading Crafting for a cause – Nests for rescued Aussie wildlife
Tag: crochet
New Year; Old Projects: my current WIPs (and what’s next)
I ended 2019 with some unfinished business - namely, a few works-in-progress that should take priority so I can clear the deck for the new project ideas I have. I've been doing a lot of crochet in 2019, and I love the craft; however, I really want to get back into knitting more, and I… Continue reading New Year; Old Projects: my current WIPs (and what’s next)
Favorite Makes of 2019: Garment Edition
It is always hard to narrow down a list of favorite makes of the year. Every project always has its elements of teaching, fun, and utility. Keeping those three ideas in mind, I chose the four that I think exemplified those things most this year - the diamonds kimono, the crocheted bralette top, the mosaic… Continue reading Favorite Makes of 2019: Garment Edition
New amigurumi to love: Ham’bear’gur
I just finished this charming little guy last night, after having this pattern on my list of "must-dos" for several months. You might remember I wrote last month about my favorite toy makes of 2019, and I should definitely include this little sweetheart in the line-up. PHOTO - Hambeargur pattern by Krawka Crochet. Complete with… Continue reading New amigurumi to love: Ham’bear’gur
My latest sweater update
I've been moving pretty slowly on all my works in progress, because it's the end of the semester and holiday time - all things converge to keep me busy. Even so, I did manage to finish this lovely ribbed turtleneck, using a pattern from "Created by Patti." I know the yarn is an interesting choice,… Continue reading My latest sweater update
Pretty scrunchies with velvet yarn – Free pattern
Scrunchies are back, and arguably better than ever. I used to wear these hair accessories back in the '90s, when they were sewn with fleece or jersey fabric, but the updated versions are crocheted and can have beads, charms, fringe, or unique fibers. I'd like to share my easy pattern with you, using velvet yarn.… Continue reading Pretty scrunchies with velvet yarn – Free pattern
Easy crochet gift make: Lanyard follow-up
Two weeks ago, I mentioned lanyards as a great way to use up yarn scraps and I shared an easy pattern. Here are some photos of lanyards I made using #20 crochet cotton thread. I got this cotton from Daiso (a kind of discount store in the Far East), but your favorite brand of crochet… Continue reading Easy crochet gift make: Lanyard follow-up
Craft supplies storage
I live in a small apartment, so storing my craft supplies remains a big challenge for me. I try to stay organized and tidy, but the laws of entropy apply as much to yarn as to anything else. Two ways I store: baskets in shelving, and fishing tackle boxes for small items. Can you find… Continue reading Craft supplies storage
*More fun* with leftovers: cowl and pillow cover
In the ever-present spirit of "weeding things out," I give you two more of my creations that use yarn leftovers and scraps - my "Hugs and Kisses" pillow cover, and a squishy net-stitch infinity cowl. I hope to share patterns at some point, but for now, here are some general ideas: For the pillow cover,… Continue reading *More fun* with leftovers: cowl and pillow cover
Favorite Makes of 2019: Toy Edition
Now that the year is coming to a close, I think about all the new techniques I've learned and what I've made. I still have another month or so to finish my current WIPs, but you can bet I'll start another project before the year is out! One thing I've so enjoyed making this year… Continue reading Favorite Makes of 2019: Toy Edition
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