Topiary Scarf Revealed!

My Topiary Scarf is in the Spring issue of Crochet! magazine.

 The scarf is join-as-you-go hexagons made in Universal's Nazli Gelin Garden 3 Yarn, you can find it in more colors here.
The E-version of Crochet! magazine Spring goes on sale today! The print version will be in stores 1/7/14. Go to CrochetMagazine.com for all the information about the magazine.

For MORE sneak peeks, view and "like" the Crochet! magazine Facebook page.... Here.

Overstuffed Seat Cushions Revealed!

My super squishy Ravioli inspired Overstuffed Seat Cushions are in Brett Bara's new book, Crochet at Home.

I think the oval is a totally underused shape don't you? So I try to use it whenever possible....
 

I worked on a few different color configurations for the seat mats before the blue one became the favorite.

They are motifs sandwiched on either side of foam for awesome puffiness. The seat cushions are made of Berroco Comfort Nylon/Acrylic blend.

I'd like to be more known for my obsession with ovals...

 The two above motifs are from my book, Go Crochet! Afghan Design Workbook.

The Dots and Dashed Blanket from Simply Crochet.
There is at least one oval going to make an appearance in Book FOUR too, so stay tuned.

Magical Motifs Wrap Revealed!

The new issue of Crochet 1-2-3 is out! Issue #5 includes my Magical Motifs Wrap. 

It's made in Lion Brand Tweed Stripes. More details can be found on the Ravelry pattern page.

Here it is in solid gray.  I wore it last year in Reno. 

Flame Scarf Revealed!

The stitch pattern... fun.
The yarn...gorgeous.
The project... The Flame Scarf in Margaret Hubert's new book, Runway Crochet 
Crocheted in Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sport in Gold Hill, the yarn is really great to work with.

It has excellent drape and feel.  

Don't forget! You have until 11:59pm tonight to enter to win a pattern from Rebecca Velasquez's new e-book "Crochet Book One".  (See last Tuesday's post for full info)

Also, I'm still looking for JoKaren, the winner of the Crocheting with Beads online class. JoKaren, tick tock, time is running out! Contact me by Friday to claim your prize.

Catawba Lacy Shrug Revealed!

Today, the first of THREE projects I have in Margaret Hubert's new book, Runway Crochet. It's in stock now on Amazon.

I'm thrilled that I got this project back. It will look FANTASTIC over a simple dress for some of the events we go to for Tom's work. (And I'm always a little chilly at those things, so Viola'!)

If you like show-stopping projects, you'll love this book.  More reveals for my other two projects maybe tomorrow and next week.  Don't forget to enter Monday and Tuesday's giveaways!

Reveal! Blushing Erin Neckwarmer

The new book, Crochet One-Skein Wonders is now out.  It took a long time to come to print because it has 101 projects in it!  Edited by Judith Durant and Edie Eckman, this is a thick book.
In the 286 pages, the projects are separated by yarn-weight from thread to bulky.

My Blushing Erin Neckwarmer (named for my youngest Niece...) (p. 154) Is in it. The book is so big, I thought I'd better tell you the page number... Not all the projects have stitch diagrams, but mine does! It's totally easy, can be done in one day, and uses less than one skein of yarn.  This model is made of the very luscious Blue Sky Alpacas Hand-dyes.

The book is available either in softcover or Kindle version through Amazon.

Don't forget, there are TWO giveaways this week, check Monday and Tuesday's posts for more information.

Freesia Shawl Revealed!

In the new issue of Love of Crochet, the Freesia Shawl.

Give it a look!

Crochet Color Variations

Isn't it interesting to see crochet designs in different colors? Would you like to see an alternate color scheme for my new Fennel Hat? It's in the Interweave Crochet Accessories 2012 issue.  But it wasn't always in the lovely Berroco Ultra Alpaca.  What color combination would you choose?

 It just shows how long ago I designed this hat! Look how young Chickee is!

I love to crochet with texture. This hat I had dubbed the 'Dramatic Cabled Hat'. 

Crochet Guess...

Where I was last week? I was crocheting...

in Detroit...

with the cast of Knit & Crochet Now! Here I am above with crochet expert, Robyn Chachula. Below is Host, Brett Bara on the set.  I only got a few photos since we were super busy episodes. Thanks to Annie's for buying the show and Candi Jensen for bringing me on board!  I had a really terrific time. Brett is such a pro, she made my appearances so easy. It really helps that I've worked with Brett for a few years now on different projects!  And Robyn too!  We have so much in common that it makes working a really fun.

Here's a really old photo when I visited the set in 2009, who would have guessed back then that I'd be a "regular" on the show one day! 

Learn Bruges Lace

Is now available!  (I don't have a copy yet... but the website says it's available!)

Here's the Link to the page! 8 projects, full photo and symbol instructions for the technique, 56 pages for $9.95!
Annie's Website.

Here's the Cover design.. the Pea Pod Scarf.

Made in two gorgeous colors of one of my all time favorite yarns... Plymouth Baby Alpaca DK.
The easy green strip is made first, then the ecru motifs are stitched in between, "join as you go" style, so no sewing them in. 

Reveal: Trapeze Tunisian Top

In the new issue of Crochet!

 And, you may wish to see my initial sketches and swatches

Bruges Lace Skirts Revealed

 Little girl's skirt with short row flare! Above, it's shown in Caron Spa

 The green skirts are in Tahki Cotton Classic.

Adult skirt (no short rows) but fun swingy movement. These are in the new issue of Interweave Crochet, Spring 2012.  Are you seeing a pattern yet?  :) 

I got to keep the purple one! It's made of discontinued Vicki Howell Collection, Stitch, Rock, Love by SWTC.

Smoldering Coals Blanket Revealed

Featured in Universal Yarn's new book "Classic Shades: City Neighborhoods", a book of 9 knit and crochet designs for $15.99

Join as you go squares with dimensional popcorn stitches. It's two colors the red color way and the blue/gray colorway. Thanks to Andrea for contract stitching this blanket! You did a fantastic job.

Patina Shrug Revealed

The second pattern I have in Universal Yarn's new book "Cotton Supreme, book 3: Spring Forward" . Is the Patina Shrug. There are 10 patterns total in the book for $15.99.

 Here's the prototype I made in light blue: 

English Garden Shawl Revealed

Universal Yarn has published a book of patterns with TWO of my designs in it. "Cotton Supreme Book 3: Spring Forward" has 10 projects for $15.99 using the very lovely Cotton Supreme. (You've heard me talk about that yarn before, I really like it, it's probably my favorite cotton).

Here is my English Garden Shawl:

 They are 'join as you go' hexagons.  Oh! These photos are BEFORE the edging...You decide.  I'll show you the second pattern maybe tomorrow.  Monday there will be a book review.  See you then.

Bureau Bag Revealed

In the new issue of Crochet World, is my little thread envelope for bedside items.  I'm not sure why they didn't show the front? It's a filet pattern in pale green so that the blue shows through.
Bureau Bag Revealed

Place notes, photos, prayer beads, whatever you cherish in this little pocket.

Reveal: Ocean Breezes Shawl

Crochet! Easy No-Sew Crochet Spring Issue

That's my Ocean Breezes Shawl in the upper right hand corner!  They are join as you go hexagons made in  5 balls, Knit One, Crochet Too, Babyboo Bamboo/nylon blend yarn.    The issue is on sale now. 

E-Reader Cozy PDF now available!

Chickee earned an e-reader recently for her exceptional reading efforts. Of course I had to make her a fun cozy to keep it safe.  Now when she puts it away for the night, she can slide it into her custom cozy!  She chose 3 fun colors of Worsted Weight yarn from my stash.  I used Stitch Nation Alpaca Love, but your favorite worsted will work too! The polka dots are made with clusters.  The button is a popcorn. Everything you need to know to make this little pocket is included in this professionally tech edited e-reader cozy.  A see great possibilities for teachers' gifts this holiday season!


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