This is not a crochet blog
So there is a new pattern out there. It is called the "How Bizarre" pattern because, I really think, the shapes used make a little wacky and strange appearance in a very good way. The pattern is available in English, Dutch and Spanish. I want to thank all the translators, testers, helping hands and mental... Continue Reading →
HARD FACTS The pattern includes photo and video tutorials, a PDF chart and written instructions.The pattern is available in English, Dutch and Spanish on RAVELRY and on ETSY RAVELRY LINKETSY LINK The pattern does not require a special Tunisian crochet hook.The blanket is worked with the right side facing and crocheted from corner to corner... Continue Reading →
HARD FACTS The hard facts first for those of us who are not really interested in the process, the inspiration or other details: The pattern for the "Basket Case" Tunisian crochet bag is available on RAVELRY HERE and on ETSY HERE The pattern includes written instructions, charts, and 11 videos so you can follow the... Continue Reading →
Back in the mosaic crochet game! And for those of us who are not interested in the background story, here are the hardfacts: The pattern is using the mosaic technique. It is crocheted in 5 colors of the amazing Scheepjes Woolwise with a 4mm hook Size is adaptable, the original pattern is 160cm x 92cm... Continue Reading →
The goal with this pattern was to create more than the usual, classical "follow step by step" pattern. The 8 different figures can be combined in one way or another so that each and everyone can create their own pattern. I hope I managed to give you all the tools so that you are able... Continue Reading →
As the Common People hat has its revival on a regular basis every winter as soon as it gets colder, I thought it would be a good idea to update the pattern. The fact that my friends at Scheepjes released a new yarn that matches the pattern perfectly, did manifest the decision. Pattern in US... Continue Reading →
First things first! I created a crochet bucket hat based on granny stripes. Nothing more, nothing less. The pattern is available HERE ON RAVELRY for 3€. It comes in different sizes from kids size to adult in US terms, UK terms, German, Dutch, Spanish and Swedish. Big, Big thank you to all translators, testers and... Continue Reading →
Long time no see.... I was a little busy to crochet the biggest blanket i have made so far: The "Enjoy Yourself" blanket. The "Enojoy Yourself" blanket is a tunisian crochet adaption of the original pattern design "DORIS" by Johanna Gullichsen. (www.johannagullichsen.com) If you are not interested in what I have to say about the... Continue Reading →
So the final week of the first part of the Scheepjes Dawn Chorus Pick & Mix CKAL has come. I can only repeat myself, that I am very thankful for all the helping hands, helping minds and heartfelt support I have received before and during the CKAL. Once again the reminder that this is not... Continue Reading →
Thank you! Thank You! Thank you! So many lovely Goldcrests, so many lovely alternative color ways! It is pure fun to watch how each and every Goldcrest scarf grows, to watch your progress and your very own way to create those patterns. I want to thank every participant, and one more time everyone who is... Continue Reading →
Martin Up North 