I absolutely love the idea of Genealogy! Researching and celebrating where you’ve come from and the family members/ancestors who helped you get there is so fun and exciting! I invited members of the Christmas in July Etsy Team AND my fellow blogging friends to share an item from their shop and/or craft project that represented… Read more
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Ho! Ho! Ho! Sharing Santa Stories and Traditions
Santa Claus became a very popular icon here in the United States back in the early 1800’s, during which time several storefronts developed the idea of attracting shoppers with Live Santa’s, and Clement Clarke Moore wrote the story we all still know and love – ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Today, Santa is known by… Read more
Quick Star Free Crochet Applique Pattern | Seeing Stars Applique Free Crochet Pattern
One of the fun things I love to do with crocheted appliques is work up the same pattern in different weight yarns to see what sizing I can get, and then see how the applique could be used. Learn how to crochet quick star appliques that are perfect for an Americana themed project or Farmhouse 4th of July, or change the colors of the stars for a Nursery, Graduation, Christmas and New Years! Video tutorial included.
Celebrating World Peace Day (November 17th)
Were you aware that this past Tuesday was World Peace Day? I didn’t until a few weeks ago when I was researching different holidays in November. In light of everything going on in the world right now, especially in Paris, plus the upcoming peace bringing holidays, we were definitely due for a little Peace sharing…. Read more
Grace Tinley Beanie – Free Crochet Pattern
How to crochet the Grace Tinley Beanie, an easy granny stitch beanie worked in a simple double crochet stitches and your favorite worsted weight yarn. There are 7 sizes from Newborn through Adult Large, and a video tutorial!
Laceweight Gia Earrings – Free Crochet Pattern | Easy Granny Square Earrings
Learn to crochet easy granny square earrings in 2 sizes with this free crochet pattern and video tutorial. The granny square earrings have a hidden, lightweight frame that helps keep the square shape without blocking!
Easy Half Double Crochet Washcloth Free Pattern | Easy Half Double Crochet Dishcloth Pattern
Learn how to crochet an easy half double crochet washcloth in 7 sizes with this free crochet pattern and video tutorial. This washcloth is a great project to work in a solid color, or bust out your yarn scraps and work in fun stripes or a color block pattern.
Green Emerald Victorian Filigree Drop Earrings – Easy Jewelry DIY
This is an easy jewelry DIY for how-to make my Victorian Filigree Drop Earrings. At the time I made my Floating Hearts Hot Air Balloon Dangle Earrings, I was out of the silver plated professional grade jump rings that I like to use so I put in an order from CanterburyLane on Etsy to get… Read more
How to Change Yarn Colors in Crochet
So you’re crocheting away, and it’s time to change yarn colors, whether it’s in the middle of a project or at the end of a row or round. With these photo and video tutorials, let me show you how to change yarn colors in crochet so you can continue crocheting away.
Grace Tinley Scarf – Free Crochet Pattern in 4 Sizes | Easy Granny Stitch Scarf Crochet Pattern in 4 Sizes
This is a free crochet pattern and video tutorial showing how to crochet the Grace Tinley Scarf – an easy granny stitch scarf pattern. Four sizes included so you can make one for everybody in the family! Solid, Striped or Color Blocked – there are so many fun color possibilities too!