Crochet Decor And Home
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Filet Crochet Exploration…..
This week I decided at long last to give filet crochet a try, as I've been wanting to do something with this crochet technique for ages…..namely to take the idea of filet crochet, normally executed with crochet string and a tiny hook, and do it using regular yarn. I do love the results, this being the second sample that I made, the first one I tore out….but there are some important things to keep in mind, which I learned with this experiment. If the idea of taking gridded designs and turning them into crocheted masterpieces appeals to you, keep on reading……and for the rest of you, well stay tuned…
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Crocheted Victorian Lattice Tablerunner
Yesterday I shared with you a pattern for this lovely square called the Victorian Lattice square, and today, voila I can't quite believe it, but I am sharing with you the project I whipped up using just three such squares! Considering all the half finished projects I have kicking around, this is truly great news, and one aqua bedside cabinet is now looking pretty spiffy if I do say so myself. There is something really wonderful about a relatively quick crochet project that can infuse your home with that special handmade touch, without the huge effort that say crocheting a blanket requires. So here's to more crocheted table runners to…
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Crocheted Victorian Lattice Square Is A New Favorite!
Yippee I finally had a bit of time to indulge in a little crocheting, and found a wonderful square that works up quickly, with lovely results. The pattern is called the Victorian Lattice Square, and you can find it here on Ravelry as a free download. Now the only question is what to do with those squares? One square could make a little wall hanging or one side of a pot holder or hot pad, a few squares could become a small runner for a bedside table (that is what I think I'm going to do) and of course twelve or so could become a baby's blanket, and many could…
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Crocheted Star Trivet Using T-Shirt Yarn Makes A Quick Unique Gift!
It is pouring rain outside and I have the luxury of spending a few days to do some crafting for Chanukah, and the first thing that came to mind was to try and use up all the t-shirt yarn that I have (so that I can justify buying more, of course!) and that is how these crochted star trivets were born, and I just love them! This is a quick gift to whip up in multiples for holiday giving and would be perfect together with an assortment of teas, or even better a nice teapot. Of course you could also make a large garland or wall hanging, or sew a…
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Crocheted T-Shirt Yarn Coasters, A Rustic Gift That Is Perfect Right Now!
One of the great things about deciding to clean out your studio is that you finds all kinds of odds and ends that simply must get used, and thus I present to you these rustic crocheted t-shirt yarn coasters, that are quick to make, and the perfect gift for those who appreciate an artful casual aesthetic. A great beach house or cabin gift too…..don't you think? So gather up some of those worn t-shirts and lets get started! Oh and by the way, little projects like these are the kind that i often make in the car on the way to the gathering, give it a try!
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Crocheted Rustic Fruit Basket To Make From Old T-Shirts
What can I tell you? I just adore this little crocheted basket that I made using yarn from some of my boy's old t-shirts and striped polo style shirts. And in my humble opiinion one can never really have too many baskets, and fun rustic ones like this add a really nice seasonal touch, especially for fall. Dont you just love persimmons, I'm already lamenting the day when they'll no longer be in season……but I digress. The yarn that I make from t-shirts is never as thin as the commercial t-shirt yarn, which means that you can actually make a much sturdier basket with your cast offs! Like some more…
