Tag: Handmade crafts

The Georgian Cowl

I LOVE mosaic crochet!  I first learned how to do it a few years ago from designer Tatsiana of Lilla Bjorn.  I have been in love with it since.  I have so many drafts ideas in my sketch books it has gotten to the point that I do not know which one to start with.  Thank goodness for the practicalities of life that intervene and help us get down to business.  My local independent yarn shop wanted me to teach Learn to Mosaic Crochet.  Continue reading “The Georgian Cowl”

Oh!!! It’s Snowing….where’s my yarn?

I don’t think there is anything else that gets me into the mood to crochet more than a good snow storm.  Yesterday at 2:00p.m. we had no snow at all.  Less than 24 hours later it is a beautiful winter wonderland outside my window.  Just look at the scene I woke up to. Continue reading “Oh!!! It’s Snowing….where’s my yarn?”

Create Your Own Yarn Bowls

You won’t believe what I found on my daughter’s field trip!  She went to a pottery studio with her class and they had ….YARN BOWLS!  At this point I realized that my love of yarn and crochet had just crossed the line to perhaps a serious addiction.  Haha!  Continue reading “Create Your Own Yarn Bowls”

Kitchener-Waterloo Knitters Guild Fair

It’s K-W Knitters Guild Fair Weekend!  While I may not look forward to September because I have to say goodbye to my kids all over again. Yes, I actually really love spending time with my kids.  I think they are amazing people. It is also the end of summer and it’s back to the routine that I find a bit grinding at times.  However, I do look forward to spending a few hours at the K-W Knitters Guild Fair Continue reading “Kitchener-Waterloo Knitters Guild Fair”

The Fallsview Crochet Cowl

I love teaching others new crochet stitches and am constantly learning new crochet stitches too.  I usually practice my new stitch by making a washcloth.  They are small and easy to make, very practical and provide a sense of accomplishment.  While I like to practice this way, I know not everyone loves to do that.  Continue reading “The Fallsview Crochet Cowl”