During the North Alabama Yarn Crawl, I discovered a Saori weaving studio in the Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment complex in Huntsville, Alabama. There’s something to love about a community of crafters creating unique designs by hand. I accepted an invitation to give...
I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it. ~ Pablo Piccasso How the Crochet Blog Began Ongoing education is important to me. It keeps my mind fresh as the years roll by. Equally important, I like to learn from teachers with a...
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 after the birth of her youngest daughter,...
Floor rugs, constructed with fabric, can be functional and beautiful at the same time. In early America, rag rugs were utilitarian and recycling was a way of life. History As clothes and household fabric items turned shabby, ladies collected the shreds and either...
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...
Would you like to learn how to crochet without a pattern? Many of my 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 shape, I will...
Welcome to My Crochet Stories. This is the section of the blog where I share my personal insights regarding my crochet journey. I was once a crochet beginner and now I teach other beginners how to crochet. It’s been such an enriching experience for me. The...
Caring and Giving through Charity Connections The young couple huddled under the weight of heavy burdens as they passed me in the hospital corridor. While only teenagers, they are now also parents.Their tiny newborn son remained in the hospital’s NICU baby ward at...
Crafting vacations have long-standing popularity. As travelers cherish time away from work for holidays, themed cruises are continuing to grow in popularity. A crochet cruise is a wonderful vacation opportunity for crafting, networking, and learning new skills while...
Everyone needs some time to re-fuel and crocheters are no exception. A crochet retreat with close friends or a large group of complete strangers can completely change your crocheting journey. Plan a successful crochet retreat using these easy tips. Whether you prefer...
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