Crochet
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Styling Some New Crochet Patterns
Three new crochet patterns were added to my Etsy shop this week. There was the Pin-up Neckwarmer, which is a scarf and 2 kinds of pins and can be worn multiple ways. The Heather Bloom Neckwarmer is simple, but… Continue reading
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Of Cakes and Crochet…
When I was a girl, my grandma ran a home business baking and decorating cakes. She was a real professional, turning out anything from a Sponge Bob birthday cake (hand drawn characters, looking off a picture for a guide) to… Continue reading
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Just Published: 1930s Beret Repro Crochet Pattern
I'm excited to share this news! My latest crochet pattern PDF download in my Etsy shop is a reproduction 1930s beret! It's quick to make and looks oh-so-authentic, especially when modeled by the lovely Cate from Vintage Gal, who kindly… Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Crochet Lace Scarf Pattern Download
For one week only, download the Diamond Strike Lace Scarf pattern at half price – it's Item of the Week in my Etsy shop! Slashed from $3. Continue reading
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Turquoise Version of 1950s Inspired Pullover
I haven't been able to model my new sweater yet, but it's finished! Soon after photographing the coral version and saying how I thought it could be 1950s appropriate with a few alterations, I picked up a cotton/bamboo blend yarn… Continue reading
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Vintage Inspired – Coral Pink 1950s Style Sweater
I have been doing a lot of sewing lately and will soon have several maternity outfits to share with you, but for now here's something a little different. This outfit is what I call vintage inspired, not close enough to the… Continue reading
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Crochet World Interview
Crochet and vintage go hand in hand around here… I was recently interviewed for the Crochet World blog, after having an Art Deco style design in the latest issue. Check out the interview here! ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Continue reading
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Item of the Week – Scarf Pattern Download
Make this crocheted spiderweb lace scarf and holder for half price this week only. The pattern PDF is Item of the Week in my Etsy shop, slashed from $3. Continue reading
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December Tutorial – Crochet a 1940s Style Star Ornament
This month I designed a little crochet star ornament especially for my blog readers, inspired by pictures of 1940s aluminum star ornaments. It's the perfect way to add some vintage homemade specialness to your decorations this year. For these… Continue reading
