I was asked the other day, what is an Afghan? Now, this question was asked in a facebook group dedicated to crochet, and I know what popped straight into my head, me being a self confessed Hooker. But the word covers so much more and it very much depends upon who you ask, as to … Continue reading What is an Afghan?
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Flight of the Dragonfly Crochet Blanket
Flight of the Dragonfly Designed by Auburncraft Crochet If you are a fan of Dragonflies, then you will love this pattern! (Click Here) for the pattern on Ravelry. https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/754118435/flight-of-the-dragonfly-crochet-blanket?ref=shop_home_active_1(Click Here) for the pattern on Etsy. Australia is nearing the end of Spring and heading towards Summer. We will soon see Dragonflies flitting about yelling 'Summer … Continue reading Flight of the Dragonfly Crochet Blanket
Diamonds Everywhere!
My Diamonds crochet blanket pattern is available in Butterfly Diamonds, Dragonfly Diamonds and Flower Diamonds. Simple stitches are used making this a beginner friendly pattern. This works up quickly. Dk yarn is used, although a larger blanket could be achieved with the use of an Aran weight yarn. I used Sirdar Snuggly (available here) which … Continue reading Diamonds Everywhere!
Crochet! Go big, or go home!
Sounds great in theory! And I always have grand ideas that seem to take forever from idea to completion. Last huge idea I had took over two years to complete, and I think I am sizing myself up for a similar experience. I bought yarn for a large size Afghan approximately a year ago. For … Continue reading Crochet! Go big, or go home!
Leadlight Crochet Afghan/Blanket
You know that moment, that very special moment when you have worked really hard at something so it is unique, one of a kind? You press the publish button on the pattern and fingers crossed, people will like it and want to make it. Today has been a button pressing and publishing day for me! … Continue reading Leadlight Crochet Afghan/Blanket
Leadlight Afghan the Journey
The leadlight is now in the capable hands of my testers and progressing very well! Truth is that I have them all locked in a small room with their yarn and I refuse to let them out till they complete the testing of this design. Don't worry, I am feeding them occasionally when they work … Continue reading Leadlight Afghan the Journey
How many W.I.Ps are too many?
I refuse to count how many designs I have in progress at present. Surely a girl CAN'T have too many! I truly must finish some of them, one day, maybe! Yesterday I saw a post where someone was asking about all things Holly Hobby. I popped up a picture of a little blanket I did … Continue reading How many W.I.Ps are too many?