If I can't be a dragon-whisperer, can I at least befriend a talking dog?
I saw this video on how to make an argyle pattern with a crochet stitch and got all excited. I had to try it. I went through my stash and found a yarn I thought would work (based on their explanations) but after several tries, I hadn't succeeded. Determined to make something using this fun technique,... Continue Reading →
I'm in the middle of knitting my block for the All We Are Saying peace blanket project. I probably should have tried crocheting it, but I'm still feeling like a bumbling beginner. As a beginner, I'm on the lookout for simple patterns that interest me so I can get some practice in while making something... Continue Reading →
My recent dragon fixation has shifted to dinosaurs. I'm not sure how I got the itch to combine dinosaurs and yarn, but I'm apparently not the only one. There are some amazing dinosaur patterns out there, in a full range of styles. For fast and cute, you can't beat these adorable crocheted baby brachiosaurs (free pattern) designed... Continue Reading →
For a long time now, I've been thinking about knitting myself a dragon. While I love the body shape of the knit Nessie I made a few years ago, I have yet to figure out how to adapt it to make a dragon. So I looked online for patterns to see if someone else has already... Continue Reading →
I recently saw a wonderful kit for crocheting amigurumi versions of various Star Wars characters. All I have room to show you is Yoda, but you get the idea. Awesome cute! You can see more of Lucy Ravenscar's wonderful Star Wars designs at her website. (Note: She's listed as Lucy Collin on the book, but seems to go... Continue Reading →
