Category Archives: Crochet

In 2010 I taught myself to crochet. I don’t really have the patience for big projects like clothes, or for things requiring tiny hooks (which make my fingers ache) so I like to make middle sized things like toys and flowers – mostly worked in the round. I’m not up to designing my own patterns yet (but watch this space) so will link to the books I’ve used for my projects.

Matching Crochetted Cardigans for I + M

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Emily

I’ve finally finished the second part of this so can at last publish this poor, almost finished blog post that I started 5 months ago….. My last couple of week’s summer holiday project was to try crochetting my first ‘proper’ … Continue reading →

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Frankie’s Weather Taggy

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Emily

[Ooops! I’ve not quite finished this page….there’s still loads of pics to add so I’ll be back to add them soon, I promise!] I’m back into crafting! I’ve been busy with other things for the last few months, but have … Continue reading →

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The Jeggster: Crochetted ‘Egg in the Box’

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Emily

[Project finished, but not the post yet – I’ll update + improve the descriptions and add in more pics soon – promise!] As an entry to the school egg decorating competition (the category for parents and teachers), I’m doing a … Continue reading →

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Mini Crochet Flower

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Emily

Here’s my pattern for a simple, unsophisticated mini crochet flower, worked in 2 rounds.  I made these for my frankenbooks using a 4.5mm hook and cotton DK yarn and they ended up about 4cm across.  For the purposes of demonstration, … Continue reading →

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First Crochet Projects – Toys

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Emily

Here’s a brief summary and pictures of my first few crocheted toys – all are worked in the round, and I’m including links to/details of the patterns that I followed. Stuffed Duck for DD: My second ever crochet project (after … Continue reading →

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First Crochet Projects – Hats and Scarf

Posted on January 3, 2011 by Emily

[Ooops! this post isn’t finished yet – please check back later :D] Here’s a brief summary of my first wearable crochet projects – most are worked in the round, and I’m including patterns for those that I made up myself, … Continue reading →

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Learning to crochet

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Emily

One day a few months ago I wandered into the local knitting shop + decided that I’d like to learn how to crochet flowers to applique onto things generally.  So I bought a ball of soft cotton yarn and a … Continue reading →

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