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Hi, Everybody!  I know I am late to the coffee cozy party, but I’m finally here!  I actually have never been a coffee or tea person….until a year ago.  I think I stayed away from these drinks because early on I always would burn my tongue when I drank them.  Not fun.  So years went Read More

(This post contains “affiliate links”. Check my Disclosure page for more information.)   If you are a maker who has your own hand-made business, and would like to take it to the next level, you may want to check out tonight’s online workshop presented by Pamela Grice, “The Crochetpreneur”. Pam has some great ideas and totally speaks Read More

Here is a lovely round up of stylish beginner patterns! They have been collected by Dena at Hands Yarn Hook blog. If you know how to do basic crochet stitches, I think you will be able to make these items. I just love the patterns that Dena has chosen to include. I would definitely recommend Read More

This easy and pretty pompon hat, called the “Alexa Beanie” is coming this week. Be sure to check back so you can be one of the first to make it! Read More

I have been working on a number of new patterns and 3 have just been released on the LoveCrafts website. They are basically a crochet set including the “Snow Day Beanie”, the “Snow Day Cowl/Neckwarmer”, and the “Snow Day Fingerlesss Gloves”. The yarn that I worked with in designing these patterns was a beautiful 100% Read More

        (This post contains “affiliate links”. Check my Disclosure page for more information.)   To make my crochet children’s character and earflap hats even more cozy, I will often add a fleece lining! My grandsons always say, “Be sure to put the comfy stuff in my hat!” That fleece truly does make Read More

Yesterday I told you that there would be a new bulky scarf pattern available in my shops!!! Well……it has just been launched!!! Please check it out on these platforms!! In Lakeview Cottage Kids on Etsy In ChristineLonge on Ravelry Thanks! And, stay warm!!! Read More

Winter has arrived and as the snow falls and the wind blows we all start looking for warm, snuggly and stylish scarves to keep us warm!  Well, look no further! In this roundup of bulky scarves you’re sure to find one that you will want to make for yourself, a friend or family member! (This Read More