Karen C.K. Ballard of Threadwinder, our featured needlework historian and teacher, has generously sponsored this giveaway by donating and shipping these vintage crochet publications from her collection! One prize will go to each of three winners. (Keep scrolling down to enter the giveaway below! Shipping to the USA only.) Karen says, “Prior to retiring from … Read more
About Karen C.K. Ballard Please allow me to introduce our featured needlework historian – and crochet presenter, teacher, and artist – of the day, Karen C.K. Ballard of Threadwinder. Karen says, “My standing as a professional CGOA member defies description, because I do a bit of everything. I have taught how to crochet using my … Read more
About Melinda Miller Please allow me to introduce our featured designer of the day, Melinda Miller of MoCrochet. Melinda enjoys designing afghans, afghan blocks, shawls, scarves, and kitchen items. You can find her patterns in her Ravelry designer portfolio. Today Melinda will share some of her crochet memories with us and we’ll showcase three of … Read more
Nesting birds seek out soft, warm materials with which to line their nests. Help them out – and do some fascinating bird watching – by hanging out one of these suet baskets filled with alpaca fiber. Read more about it on our review: Nesting Birds Love Alpaca Fiber. Crochetville is giving one lucky winner a … Read more
About Valerie Bracegirdle Please allow me to introduce our featured designer of the day, Valerie Bracegirdle of Agrarian Artisan Designs. Valerie enjoys designing accessories, home decor, blankets, and some garments. You can find her patterns in her Ravelry, LoveCrafts, and Etsy shops. Today Valerie will share some of her crochet memories with us and we’ll … Read more
About Andrea Lyn Van Benscohten Please allow me to introduce our featured crochet artist of the day, Andrea Lyn Van Benscohten. She enjoys crocheting free form designs, large format artwork, and accessories. Today Andrea Lyn will share some of her crochet memories with us and we’ll showcase three of her crochet projects. Andrea’s Special for … Read more
About Courtney Whitehead Please allow me to introduce our featured designer of the day, Courtney Whitehead of Creations By Courtney. Courtney enjoys designing garments and accessories. You can find her patterns online on her website and in her Ravelry store. Today Courtney will share some of her crochet memories with us and we’ll showcase three … Read more
About Kathryn Clark Please allow me to introduce our featured designer of the day, Kathryn Clark of Crochet by Kathy. Kathryn says, “My favorite projects to design are snowflakes, or anything involving snowflakes; however, I also love working with thread creating tops and skirts, shawls and scarves, table décor, and window valances. Recently, I’ve had … Read more
About Christine Naugle Please allow me to introduce our featured designer of the day, Christine Naugle of Sweet Potato 3. Christine designs a little bit of everything, lately it has been blankets for home & baby, scarves, shawls, wraps and hats. You can find her patterns in her Etsy, Ravelry, LoveCrafts, and BluPrint shops. Today … Read more
About Julie Desjardins Please allow me to introduce our featured designer of the day, Julie Desjardins of ACCROchet. Julie designs a little of everything, but crochet socks and Tunisian crochet are her two favorites. You can find her patterns in her Ravelry store. Today Julie will share some of her crochet memories with us and … Read more