It’s the end of July, which means we’re wrapping up our month of patterns for outdoor dining! Today is the annual Lion Brand company barbecue where all of Lion Brand’s staff gathers at our NJ facilities to enjoy some fun in the sun, burgers, and camaraderie. In honor of the barbecue (and our month of…
Incorporating motifs in your pattern is a great way to play around with color work and different stitch patterns. Motifs also are also perfect for personalizing projects- such as adding skulls to a little boys cap, or butterflies to a girl’s headband. What fun would it be if all our clothes and home decor just…
I’m sure many of you are enjoying the summer sun and the opportunities to take your homemade goods with you outdoors. Picnics and BBQs are summer traditions that I personally love to take advantage of! So if you’re heading out for a picnic or bbq, or simply just having a fun get together in your…
I absolutely love the summertime, sun and swimming. I’ll never forget my first snorkeling experience where I was able to actually swim with the fish and look at all of the beautiful, colorful life in the sea. Unfortunately, living in NYC, I don’t get to see much of the ocean life, unless I visit the…
All month long, we’re featuring patterns that use 1, 2, or 3 balls of yarn, making them perfect for a quick summer project! Market totes and reusable bags are some of the most popular projects for the summer. When you make your own reusable bags you’ll get to use comfortable, cool yarns for the season…
With spring in full bloom all around us, it’s hard to ignore all the beautiful colors! These flowers were all in bloom near our New York City offices, and have the same lovely tones as the cotton and cotton blend yarns that are perfect for light, warm-weather crafting. Beside each flower and the matching yarn,…
Since we’re celebrating May Flowers Month, today, I’ve gathered 6 adorable accessory patterns that are fast to crochet. They’re just right for making multiples and sharing! Crochet Baby Hat with Flower Just adorable, this little hat features a gently scalloped edge and is finished off with a little flower. It’s a perfect pattern for those charity…
As mentioned in Zontee’s post earlier this month, we will be featuring flower patterns for the month of May, and this week, I’m sharing some patterns for flowers you will most likely find in your own garden and at the floral shop. Knit and crochet flowers are so fun because you can take the traditional…
Father’s Day is just a month away, which means you still have time to pick out and make the perfect gift! With these tips and pattern ideas to choose from, you’ll be way ahead of the game when it comes to Father’s Day gift-giving. Tips to remember: Tip #1: Take a look at what he…
Looking for some great project ideas for beginners? Whether you are a novice knitter or crochet OR you’re teaching someone in your life to knit or crochet, an exciting project can be the key to getting you excited about these wonderful crafts. Join me as I show you how to go beyond the scarf, and…
As the weather gets warmer, flowers are blooming everywhere. This May, we’ll be bringing you flower-inspired designs all month long! First, be sure to check out our newsletter, The Weekly Stitch, each week for featured designs from the new book, Crochet Garden by Suzann Thompson. Click the photo (right) to see the directions for the…
With about two weeks left before Mother’s Day, there’s still plenty of time left to get started on your handmade gift; especially if you use a little trick – working with multiple strands. Multiple stranding adds more texture, durability, and makes a project done in a simple stitch look great. By knitting or crocheting with…
