This is not a crochet blog
Yes, the new blanket is called "Pure Shores". Yes, it is because of the All Saints song featured on the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack of "The Beach". And yes, I feel a little bit ashamed that I like the song. But hey, everyone has his very own guilty pleasure. I will give you some information... Continue Reading →
I already told you that there is a new crochet blanket in my mind. And this idea made it to my hook and now I am in the middle of crocheting this pattern. Simple as that. The pattern is based on the wavy border pattern which is quite common. There are a lot of tutorials... Continue Reading →
I know, I know, it was a lot of knitting the last few weeks and month. Right now I try to balance things out and I have a new crochet project on my hook. And guess what? I am aiming for a new blanket since i did not crochet bigger things since the pattern release... Continue Reading →
So I finally finished the blanket and the name is decided. "Navigator" it shall be. There are a few reasons for that. First of all, it is one of my all time favorite songs. And I always try to name my crochet work after songs I have a connection to. Second: a few people did... Continue Reading →
So there is a new baby blanket on my hook. And there are a few reasons why I chose to make this blanket. The idea came as I said in a previous post when I visited our local historical museum JAMTLI. It is a magical place and I really love to be there. An old carpet caught... Continue Reading →
Most of you who follow my blog and my patterns know that i really like to work in SCHEEPJES Cahlista. It is, as most of you also know a 100% natural cotton yarn in Aran weight (50grams/85meters). Most of my blankets are done in Cahlista but recently I tried a few different yarns from the Scheepjes... Continue Reading →
So here is it. The first pattern in the "CONNECTED" series. Made in SCHEEPJES River washed with a Stone Washed border. Enough talking -let´s crochet! You can find more information about the pattern and the process here: Something new… WIP „Connected“ I’m gonna get myself CONNECTED If you want to go for a bigger version, just... Continue Reading →
So I am making progress on the Connected series. And the first item is already finished. It is a cushion sized square. Why is it a cushion sized square and not a cushion you might ask and there is a simple answer to this question. I have crocheted so many pillows that I do not... Continue Reading →
So this is my current "work in progress". I thought it would be a good idea to give you a little update what I am working with and how I am doing it.I got this picture of my main tester and partner in crochet crime (@sunshineyalex on Instagram). She saw it and thought that it... Continue Reading →
As the world seems to be in crises and we are facing uncertain times it feels a little odd to write about a new project and the yarn I am going to use. But hey, we have to face this together and keep our heads up high. And maybe one or two of you can... Continue Reading →
Martin Up North 