partially completed top-down crochet top

An Easy “Top-Down” Crochet Summer Top Design

Back in June 2018, I posted a photo on Instagram that showed the start of a summer top that’s crocheted from the top down. And yes, that’s a tarot deck I included in the photo, tarot being my other passion in life. The top-down method of crochet design had fascinated me for some time. I’d only made them using Australian

Crochet Photo Pattern Customers Create Beautiful Works of Fiber Art

It’s been a while since I published a blog post for this site. Things have been pretty hectic for me on a number of fronts since last August, 2019. But I’m finally getting a handle on them and wanted to take some time to show you the beautiful finished pieces my crochet photo pattern customers have created. I’ve posted some

Book Review: Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary

This post contains affiliate links. Read my Disclosure Policy for more information. Thanks for your support. Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary: 125 Essential Stitches to Crochet in Three Ways Dora Ohrenstein Paperback 9 ½ x 7 ¼” 287 pages Publisher: Abrams (May, 2019) Let me start by saying that I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author

Book Review: Complete Crochet Course

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. One of the steps I discuss in my crochet design process is the need to assess your crochet skills before you begin designing. In addition to building skills from scratch, you’ll want resources at hand that provide you with the information, techniques, and practical experience you’ll need to

How to Make Yarn Substitutions in Crochet Patterns

You’ve found a crochet pattern you absolutely love and can’t wait to get started on. But the yarn the pattern calls for is either not available in stores near you or is too expensive. Can you substitute another yarn and get good results? Of course you can. Here’s how. Preliminary Steps You’ll need to determine the: WEIGHT of the pattern

Crochet and Knit Pussyhat Patterns

 This post contains affiliate links. Read my Disclosure Policy for more information. Thanks for your support! Yes, I got caught up in the “pussyhat” craze. The brouhaha surrounding the Women’s March on Washington seems to have died down somewhat, but I keep telling myself, “It’s not a march; it’s a movement” as I knit and crochet yet another pussyhat. And

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