Books Introducing the Crochet Girl Adventures Are you ready for an adventure? The Crochet Girl has packed her bags and is off for her next adventure. Join us now and travel the world while learning crochet techniques with friends everywhere. Crocheting has the...
The Crochet Retreat A crochet retreat with close friends or a large group of complete strangers can completely change your crocheting journey. Everyone needs time to unplug, re-fuel and re-charge. Crochet lovers are no exception. Plan a successful crochet retreat...
Crochet Getaway welcomes Noreen Kompanik as a returning contributor. In Taos, New Mexico, Noreen visited Susanna Starr, founder of Starr Interiors, and shares insights into the art and history of Zapotec weaving. Magnificent Taos, New Mexico has long been known as a...
Grandma’s Spinning Wheel At the age of 8, Vicky Konecky, with her mother’s guidance, began to knit, crochet and sew. And she continued her passion through years as a public school science teacher in Tucson, Arizona. Vicky took her first spinning class...
Louisiana Loom Works is our crochet getaway destination today. Floor rugs, constructed with fabric, can be functional and beautiful at the same time. Loom Weaving History In early America, rag rugs were utilitarian and recycling was a way of life. As clothes and...
I was delighted to discover an alpaca farm near me in Mississippi and marked my calendar to make the short trip to Stringer, Mississippi for a visit. Each year the farm has a fall festival, and it was a wonderful experience. This working alpaca farm is located just a...
It was a wonderful, thoughtful gift to celebrate our first Christmas together as a married couple in 1975. My great Aunt Julia loved to crochet. Her precious hands could create unmatchable beauty. And Christmas was her favorite holiday. So she blessed us that year...
Crochet without a Pattern Would you like to learn how to crochet without a pattern? Many of my crochet projects are self-created using stitch guides instead of patterns. How do I do this? First, I conceptualize the finished projects. After determining size and...
There are many reasons that I enjoy my crochet time. Stress management is certainly one of the many benefits that I derive from this wonderful hobby. Welcome to My Crochet Stories and the beginning of my journey using crochet for stress management. In this section of...
Why I Crochet for Charity Our many lives are woven together in a unique tapestry during times of great challenges and this is one reason why I crochet for charity. While the interconnection is evident during national tragedy, special touches happen in micro moments...
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