Category: crochet

  • I’m not a house elf!

    Sometimes, as Mothers, we feel like we are maids, or slaves or even house elves from the Harry Potter series.  Well, I don’t want to be a house elf.  I’m trying to teach my kids to do chores not just for their own good but for my sanity as well.   This post contains affiliate links…

  • Spring is Here Granny Dear!

    Spring is here Granny Square Throw This post contains affiliate links for which I may make a small commission with no extra cost to you should you decide to purchase.  This only keeps the blog going and I’m able to give some recommendations.  Thanks for your support. Full disclosure and privacy policy here. This blanket is just a throw…

  • Easter Eggs and Jelly Beans Blanket

    Happy Easter!  He is risen! The pattern is available on Ravelry  here and on Etsy. I did not intend to make an Easter blanket. But this just came together and I decided to add bobble stitches for Eggs. The pattern is available on Ravelry  here and on Etsy. I wanted to make a blanket with the bean stitch in it. Then, I…

  • Soap Saver

    Soap Saver! I remember my grandmother made soap savers for her bar soaps.  I never really thought too much about it.   People don’t use bar soap as much as they used to.  But in the present situation that we are in, it’s important not to waste anything including soap.   So, I decided that since my…

  • Doll Blankets for 18 inch dolls

    These doll blanket patterns are designed for an 18 inch doll whether you have an American Girl doll or another Brand of 18 inch doll. The first pattern is for beginners.  The next requires a few more skills.  But if you are a beginner, don’t worry about not being able to make something.  Just like…

  • Crochet for Kids: Let’s DIY some bracelets! photo tutorial

    Many schools are out these next couple of weeks.  So, I encourage you to teach your kids how to crochet.  It might help to keep their hands occupied with something other than their phone or tablet.  And crocheting or knitting are good life skills to have.  There are so many things that can be made…

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