Summer Triangle Shawl

Anyone who is familiar with my designs know that I love granny squares. This design came about as a result of playing with the simple granny stitch pattern – that, and a desire for a triangle shaped wrap that wasn’t a traditional triangle shape!

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Veranda Cardi

By Melissa Mall Photos: ‘Charlie’ Model: Melissa Mall When it comes to crocheting clothing, I’m always looking for the ‘easy way out.’ The traditional idea of making a front (or two), the sleeves, a back, and piecing them all together – it’s just too finicky for me! So, when I hit upon the idea of […]

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Calypso Necklace

By Melissa Mall Model and Photos: Melissa Mall Too hot outside to work on that afghan? Pull out some beads and hemp (or thread, if that’s what you’ve got) and spend a pleasant half-hour making yourself a new necklace. It’s quick and fun, and once you get the hang of crocheting the beads on, you […]

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Huff and Puff Puppets

By Melissa Mall Photos: Melissa Mall “Little pig, little pig, let me in!” “No, no, not by the hair of my chinny-chin-chin!” “Then I’ll huff, and I’ll puff, and I’ll blow your house in!” Piggy puppets go flying as the big bad wolf pretends to blow them away, and my two preschoolers giggle delightedly. Not […]

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Thistle Water Bottle Cover

By Anastacia Zittel Photos: Anastacia Zittel During the summer, more than any other time of the year, hydration is important, but there’s no reason to settle for a plain water bottle. You can keep it close at hand as well as stylishly insulated with this simple wool water bottle cover! Difficulty: Easy Size: 2.5″ x […]

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Tulips Aplenty Jumper

by Julia Schwartz Model: Abigail Schwartz Photos: Julia Schwartz Difficulty: Intermediate The Tulip Aplenty Jumper is a dress for your sweet little one. It has a fun tulip pattern at the bottom and at the bodice making the jumper great for summer days. It works up very quickly, and it has a subtle texture that […]

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