Crafts: Crochet
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Crocheted Chunky Doily Throw Using My Doily Rug Pattern!
Araelia from Sydney, Australia sent me these photos of the crocheted doily throw she made using my giant crocheted doily rug pattern! Isn't it great? Truthfully, I made a baby blanket from this pattern as well, just never got around to photographing it, and the "rug" that I originally made actually works best as a giant doily on my dining room table. So even if you don't have any need for a crocheted rug, this pattern can be used to make giant doilies to use in so many ways! Araelia is not the only reader to share her version of my rug, so do take a look at the links…
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Crocheted Lampshade Round-Up To Inspire!
There is something about crocheted lampshades that is just so wonderful, and winter seems like the perfect time to add at least one to your home decor. You can choose a project that is quick to whip up or something more detailed depending on your preference, and of course, a crocheted lamp shade works equally well on tabletop and floor lamps as well as on hanging lights. I've put together a selection of some of the best crocheted lamp shades out there, and while some of the images are for inspiration, others have links to actual patterns, so take a look and enjoy!
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Make Yarn From Plastic Bags To Use For Holiday Crafting!
Imagine my delight when my local grocery store temporarily switched from yellow plastic grocery bags to purple plastic grocery bags…….pure heaven as it were for a dedicated recycling crafter like me, right? I was actually swooning I believe, or maybe that was on account of the mesh potato sacks that instead of their standard white became orange, right around the same time!
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Crocheted Lampshade: Simple Crocheted Trim Transforms A Basic Lamp
A simple white lamp shade is transformed into an adorable decorative accent with the addition of some simple mini granny square crocheted trim! This crocheted lampshade trim project is the perfect way to add some color to any room, and to have fun crocheting with color combinations that you love. Not to mention that it is a great way to use up left overs, and would make a great holiday gift that has a touch of handmade that can be made in an evening.
