You know, I really love crafting, especially crochet, sewing, and knitting. And I love teaching others how to do these wonderful hobbies just as much. It puts a huge smile on my face each time a reader or subscriber writes to tell me how useful a tutorial was or how much they enjoyed working a…
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Craft for a Cause: The Preemie Project
“It’s for the Babies!” ~The Preemie Project There is nothing more wonderful or amazing than a baby. There is nothing more challenging than watching your baby struggle to survive. And there is nothing more devastating that the loss of a little one. I say these things with heartfelt sincerity. Maybe I believe them…
How to Crochet a Turning Chain
The Number One Reason I Failed at Crochet Are You Making the Same Mistake? Hi folks! If you are new to crochet then you’ve probably heard of a turning chain. Most likely from a pattern or another crocheter. The first time you heard about it I am sure your brain went “uh… what…
How to Yarn Over in Crochet
*This website uses affiliate links. See the full Disclosure Policy for details. What is Yarning Over in Crochet? Yarning over in crochet is the most basic step when making a stitch. You may see it written as yarn over (abbreviated yo) or yarn over the hook (abbreviated yoh). They mean exactly the same thing….
Craft for a Cause: Cardiac Stitches
*This website uses affiliate links. See the full Disclosure Policy for details. Crochet & Knit for Children with Heart Conditions Hi folks. I’d like you to meet Madyson Manalang. Isn’t she beautiful? Madyson was born with a heart condition called Tricuspid Atresia. It is a form of congenital heart disease in which…
Want to Learn How to Crochet? Then Start Here With The Single Crochet!
Hi folks! Today I want to show how to do the ever so easy single crochet stitch. This is one of the most basic crochet stitches and it is a must know for every beginner! This is, in part, because it is a foundational stitch. The other reason is that, like I said, it’s…
Crochet Beginner Series: How to Crochet a Foundation Chain (chain stitch)
How to Crochet a Foundation Chain (chain stitch) for Beginners My first attempt at crochet was a failure. I tried over and over to figure out what I was doing wrong, but it was hopeless. The pot holder I was working on only got smaller and smaller. Eventually I gave up. Ten years…
How to Hold the Yarn When Crocheting
* This post has affiliate links. See my full Disclosure Policy for details. 4 Popular Ways to Hold Your Crochet Yarn Hi folks! Today I want to give you another useful tutorial when you are a crochet newbie and just preparing to crochet. In addition to learning how to hold a crochet…
Craft for a Cause: Twiddlemuffs for Sensory Disorders
Twiddlemuffs to Comfort Those in Need Hi folks! This month’s craft for a cause feature is crochet and knit twiddlemuffs (also spelled twiddle muffs). Let me guess, you’re thinking, “what the heck are twiddlemuffs”? I know this because I can read your mind. Kidding. Kidding folks. Stop panicking. ? For real though, I know…
How to Hold a Crochet Hook
* This post has affiliate links. See my full Disclosure Policy for details. 2 Popular Ways to Hold a Crochet Hook So you’re learning to crochet. That’s so awesome! First things first. You might be wondering how to hold the hook in order to make the crochet stitches. When I first learned to crochet…
Craft for a Cause: Crochet for Cancer
“Caring for others one stitch at a time” Hi and welcome to my second post in the Craft for a Cause Series! Today I want to highlight the organization Crochet for Cancer, Inc. It was a long train of thought that led me to this cause. You see, over the past year cancer…
7 Ways Crafting Can Improve Your Life
Hiya folks! First, let me say that I’m sorry. I know this post is coming late this week and, equally bad, it’s not the post I had planned. It’s my baby’s fault. Truly it is. My five month old’s sleeping schedule suddenly became erratic this week and it is nearly impossible for me…
Roundup: 6 Fabulous and Free Peapod Baby Cocoon Patterns
*This website uses affiliate links. See the full Disclosure Policy for details. Roundup of 6 FREE Peapod Baby Cocoons Have you ever seen those newborn photo props? You know the ones I mean. The ones in which babies look like flowers or footballs or turtles or even ladybugs. They create absolutely the most adorable…
Product Review: Caron Simply Soft Yarn
When I started knitting and crocheting, I had no idea what kind of yarn to use. The ladies in my knitting group told to me to get a medium 4 yarn. The brand didn’t matter. As I surveyed the yarn aisle in the Craft & Sewing section of my local Walmart, I was overwhelmed by…
Fabric and Crochet Easter Bib Tutorial
How to Sew a Bib with a Crochet Appliqué for Easter Easter has always been one of my favorite holidays. I remember helping my mom boil eggs and make up different bowls of dye so my brother and I could color them. We always argued over who created the prettiest eggs! Then the…
My favorite baby gift pattern: Crochet Football Beanie
* This post contains affiliate links. See my full Disclosure Policy for details. My Favorite Pattern to Crochet for Babies Hola Everyone! Long time no write. Of course I am referring to me and not to you! It has been six months since my last post. Holy Smokes! Half a year has gone by and…
How to Crochet an Owl Appliqué: Free Pattern
A Free Pattern to Crochet, Chelsea, an Owl Appliqué. Hi everyone! It’s time to unveil what’s behind the question mark in last week’s “Sneak Peak” #1. I bet it’s been driving you crazy with curiosity, hasn’t it? ? For those of you who may need a fresher. Here’s the picture I showed you last week….
How to Crochet the Magic Ring Plus a Free Flower Pattern
The Magic of the Magic Ring and How to use it to Crochet a Simple Five Petal Flower Hi everyone! It’s back to the truly fun stuff… the fabric arts! Enough blah blah blahing in “My Soapboax”… for now anyway. I was just so excited to share with you all that I am learning…
How to Crochet the Lacy Shell Stitch
Brantley’s Lacy Shell Stitch Baby Blanket Last June (2014) I opened my Facebook account and saw this picture of my baby sister. Now, I have to admit I was a bit upset by the fact that I had just found out that my sister was expecting a new little one via Facebook. That is…
The Crochet Adventure Begins
Stepping Into Crochet After purchasing my first crochet hook and learning the basic stitches, it was time to practice. As they say, “practice makes perfect”. The first project I completed was a funeral shroud for my cat Christine. Morbid, but true. I took pictures, but doubt you want to see my dead kitty, so you’ll…