As the mother of a two year old, I am always looking for activities that encourage learning and development. I find that most of the activities we do together that result in learning are purely by coincidence and luck – not by any skill or training I have. As of late, my son has shown […]
When children are literally up to their gills with the learning and sport activities in school, it may seem superfluous to enroll them for after school activities. In spite of this, after school programs are sprouting up in large numbers and most of these are booked full. This shows that there is a real need […]
Making your own candles is a favorite craft and hobby many individuals. They find the process to be enjoyable and relaxing. Candle makers have been know to turn to their hobby in times of stress. For some candle makers, once they learn the basics they are ready for new challenges. Purchasing books on candle making […]
Crochet Cat Stitch consists of double crochet and chain stitches. Crocheting the Crochet Cat Stitch will work up quickly and easily for blankets as well as scarves. Abbreviations: Ch : ChainDC : Double crochetCh sp : Chain space I’m using 5.00 mm crochet hook, and worsted weight yarn. and two colors of yarn (A-B) The […]
Hello, I’m using 4.50 mm hook size, You don’t need a specific type of yarn for this project How to Start a Granny Square You can start with the magic ring technique Row 1:Chain 3, This counts as the first double crochet stitch of the first granny cluster.Into the center magic ring, work two double […]
Hello, Abbreviations: Ch : ChainSC : Single crochetDC : Double crochet I’m using 5.00 mm hook size Create your slipknot, and chain any number of stitches Insert the hook In the third chain from the hook, yarn over pull through the stitch so everything from here is the same as a double crochet, work the […]
Hello, You will love this crochet stitch, it’s very easy Abbreviations: Ch : ChainSC : Single crochetDC : Double crochetDC Spike : Double crochet spikeCh sp : Chain spaceRep : Repeat I’m using 4.50 mm Hook size Start with slip knot and foundation chain of multiplies of 4 + 1 Row 1: Skip 3 chain, […]
Hello, Beautiful crochet saucer tutorial, very easy for beginners: Abbreviations Ch chainSt(s) stitch(es)SI st slip stitchSk skipSp spaceSc single crochetDc double crochet Hook size: 3.00 mm Foundation : make magic ring Round 1: 14 double crochets into the magic ring, close with slip stitch to the first dc Round 2: Change the color, work 1 […]
Hello, I’m using 4.50 mm hook size Start the work by making the foundation chain (multiple of 2) Row1: In the 3th chain from the hook, make half double crochet, hdc in the next stitch, do the same across. Row 2: Chain 2 and turn your work around Next you will make a double crochet […]
Hello, Are you a beginner, and looking for beautiful stitch to use for your first crochet blanket, here you will find very easy crochet blanket pattern. 4.00 mm hook size Foundation chain To work a foundation chain, start by making a slip knot. · Then chain as many stitches you need Row 1: skip 2 […]
