Posts about maker’s and their many makes.
This summer our family did another road trip out to Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. This was our third visit and while we visited some old favourites, we also discovered some new ones! I made it a priority to check out some local yarn shops and did I ever find some treasures!
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Have you crocheted a mug rug? They are fabulous little projects that are functional and make great stash buster options. A fun little twist on the traditional coaster, crochet mug rugs are fun ideas for gift gifting (pair it with a mug and a package of ground coffee) or for use in your own home, made in your favourite colours.
Find inspiration to make your own with this collection of crochet mug rug patterns listed below…
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With so many beautiful types of flowers, they can provide an endless amount of inspiration and creativity. Today I’m sharing a round up of 25 floral themed crochet patterns containing bags, squares, scrubbies, coasters and more!
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Crochet isn’t just about blankets, scarves, hats and sweaters (although those projects are always fun and practical). You can crochet items for any room in your home and today’s pattern round up focuses on ideas for your kitchen (and they’re all free!).
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Stroll Tonal Mini Packs from WeCrochet was an item that caught my attention and was quickly added to my cart. Working with the incredible colours and having a challenge to create a project with one pack of mini skeins was a fun thought for me. I enjoy designing small projects and working with new yarns so this was definitely a win-win!
Today I’m sharing my review of Stroll Tonal Mini Packs. How it works up, what’s good about it and if you should consider adding it to your yarn stash. Read my review below…
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Dishie cotton yarn has been a fairly recent discovery for me. A crochet friend uses it regularly and recommended it to me knowing I enjoy working with cotton yarn. I am so thankful she told me about it because I fell in love! I suppose that’s a pretty obvious giveaway as to what direction this yarn review is going!
If you haven’t worked with WeCrochet Dishie yarn yet, allow me to introduce you to it and share all the reasons why it’s been permanently added into my yarn stash. Read all about it below…
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Crochet scarf projects are such a classic item to make. They’re practical, great for gift giving and there so many design ideas using different stitches and yarn types. To help narrow down your search for fun scarves to make, I’ve compiled a list of 20 beautiful and exciting designs that you’ll definitely want to add to your list of projects.
All pattern links and photos have been included with permission from the designers. Each pattern links directly back to the original source.
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I have a big pattern round up for you today! Shawl and wrap patterns can provide some comforting warmth and cozy feelings when worn, especially on cold and chilly days. With such beautiful designs and yarn options, there’s a shawl for any occasion! Whether it’s around the campfire, on your sofa with your yarn and Netflix or in your office, these crochet shawl ideas will leave you feeling inspired and ready to create!
All pattern links and photos have been included with permission from the designers. Each pattern links directly back to the original source.
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Red Heart Super Saver is a classic yarn that is popular amongst knitters and crocheters alike. With beautiful colours, competitive prices and being available in many major craft retailers, it’s a staple for many fibre artists. Recently, a new format was released called Red Heart Super Saver O’Go. It boasts ease of use without tangles or the hassles that traditional skeins can sometimes have. But does it actually work and is it practical?
I purchased two Super Saver O’Go’s in the “Christmas” colourway to find out and share with you what I learned. You can read about my experience and review below. Please note that I am not being paid for this review nor was I asked to write it. I simply enjoy trying new yarn!
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Recently I placed my first order from WeCrochet. As someone who lives in Canada, there can sometimes be hesitation ordering from outside the country. Exchange rates, shipping time and duties can play a part in deterring placing an order to a company outside the country. However, I have heard great things from other maker friends about the products available which definitely swayed my interest in ordering. I also follow WeCrochet on Instagram and was always impressed with the beautiful yarns and colours that always seemed to be popping up. So, I decided to place an order…but was it worth it?
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