Hot drinks in cups often damage furniture, leaving unattractive rings on the surface. So, you need coasters. Crocheted items make great coasters, because they insulate the hot cup and are very attractive in themselves, and can make a wonderful thematic decoration for the table. For example, these coffee-themed coasters are a great match for your […]
Read MoreCan you feel Christmas yet? Let festive mood grow stronger and stronger each day, and make a beautiful calendar you can make a countdown on. Traditional Advent calendars have little pockets for all twenty-four days before Christmas, which hide little treats for each day. Not only will you make a lovely gift for all the […]
Read MoreHere is another square pattern to add to your quiver. This is a particularly attractive and colorful sunflower square that will be great for vibrant, dazzling afghans, blankets and throws. It would also work well as a decoration for a tote bag or like project. It is made all the more attractive by the square […]
Read MoreThis patten is for a whole surface, such as an afghan or the like, made of round mandala-like flower units joined without filling in the bits in between. It’s a deliciously dizzy color arrangement of concentric circular patches. One novel application is as a curtain, as shown below, but any hippy-trippy project can make use […]
Read MoreThe Alaskan waffle shawl is a beautiful, luxuriant shawl with a rich texture. While, of course, the color choice is totally up o you, the rust and gray pattern below is absolutely smashing. This garment, while not hard to make, is a stunning project and a beautiful accessory for your garments. Give it a whirl, […]
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