Third Loop’s the Charm
Hello happy hookers! I’d like to introduce you to my friend, Mr. Third Loop. Have you two been properly introduced yet? I’ll admit, he can be a bit of an acquired taste, but give him a chance and I’m...
View ArticleSteam Blocking Acrylic: Full Steam Ahead? or Stumbling Block?
I’ve been crocheting for many years but I’ve only been blocking for the last two years and I have to tell you that I’m addicted. I’m serious, I block everything, even if it doesn’t really need it....
View ArticleGrand Bazaar – Picking Palettes, Part 1
Welcome to my first installment of information for the A Day at the Grand Bazaar CAL Lite which will officially begin on January 20th and will be held in the Facebook group called Polly Plum Pattern...
View ArticleGrand Bazaar – Picking Palettes, Part 2
Welcome back to more color placement fun! We’re looking at Ravelry user afghans and getting inspired by their masterful color choices in preparation for the Grand Bazaar CAL Lite that begins on Friday...
View ArticleGrand Bazaar – Before We Begin: Pattern Reading
Today, a member in the Polly Plum Pattern Posse commented that she is planning on stepping out of her comfort zone to make A Day at the Grand Bazaar. That is simply the most wonderful thing I could...
View ArticleGrand Bazaar – Before We Begin: Advanced Techniques
The advanced techniques I’ve used in A Day at the Grand Bazaar are fairly common these days. If you’re already familiar with them, great! If you’re not, have a look below and remember: you do NOT have...
View ArticleGrand Bazaar – Before We Begin: Special Stitches
Before we get started with the Grand Bazaar CAL Lite, you’ll want to make sure you’re familiar with the special stitches needed to make this pattern. We’ll go over the basics you need to know here, but...
View ArticleStardust Melodies – Notes & Tips
This is a collection of Pattern Notes and Tips & tricks for the Stardust Melodies CAL. If you’re participating in the free version of the event you may want to bookmark this page. If you purchased...
View ArticleOver-Chaining
Hi all! This won’t be a long post because instead of writing about something, I’ve got a video where I talk about something! It’s one of those things that makes more sense when you see it in action....
View ArticleGauging Reactions
Or: How to get your crochet gauge right in two easy steps. The video tutorial covers it all, but for those of you who prefer reading to listening, the steps are all written out below. If you’re already...
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