tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37383741628937810822024-02-19T22:42:42.543-08:00CGOA Now!The Official Blog of the Crochet Guild of AmericaKristine Mullenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12926104912245407860noreply@blogger.comBlogger356125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-53575048650598606952022-07-10T15:51:00.002-07:002022-07-10T15:51:56.169-07:00Ask the Expert: Courtney Whitehead (Session #1)<p> Appearing LIVE at the <a href="https://www.crochet.org/page/CL22Home" target="_blank">Chain Link Conference</a>! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCjPtZ6dD2Vdb0L9NqdZbzF3RT19uJYvRBIsIcSDqJCBzhqhBoA6SUh91wiSzFhTRRt1oZmFWBZfhd1UQWWzg5JdHNtxCMitX5xS5xPDr2Tdjpp28HkxYOG4h30N8-f6Qa7RQbqbQ07Mjkhh2-tochidb_xSH49LT5bTcRgznNdGhgUGNiUc0lLvi-/s600/CreationsbyCourtney%20Square%20Headshot%20600px-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCjPtZ6dD2Vdb0L9NqdZbzF3RT19uJYvRBIsIcSDqJCBzhqhBoA6SUh91wiSzFhTRRt1oZmFWBZfhd1UQWWzg5JdHNtxCMitX5xS5xPDr2Tdjpp28HkxYOG4h30N8-f6Qa7RQbqbQ07Mjkhh2-tochidb_xSH49LT5bTcRgznNdGhgUGNiUc0lLvi-/s320/CreationsbyCourtney%20Square%20Headshot%20600px-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><h2 style="text-align: center;">Thursday, July 21, 12:30 - 1:30 in the Lounge</h2><p>Bring your lunch and learn from Courtney Whitehead at <a href="https://creationsbycourtney.com" target="_blank">Creations by Courtney</a> during this free session! </p><p></p>(Courtney will be appearing along with Tamara Kelly at Moogly)<p></p><h2>About Courtney</h2><p><i>Creations by Courtney specializes in size-inclusive women's garment patterns, and connecting with fiber enthusiasts. She loves helping others improve their skill by trying new techniques. Creations by Courtney is the destination for discovering crochet garments & accessory patterns for curating your handmade closet. </i></p><p><i>Courtney is most excited creating women's crochet garments and accessories that can be colorful, textured, and created with minimal seaming and unique, easy shaping. Every body is beautiful, so all Creations by Courtney crochet garments are size-inclusive, and meant to help one feel confident while proudly showing off one’s skills. </i></p><p><i>Accessory patterns range from hats and headbands to totes and shawls that are functional and stylish.</i></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">One Lucky Winner</h2><p>One lucky winner will receive one crochet pattern of choice, and a zippered canvas project tote bag that says "one more skein..."</p><p style="text-align: center;">-+----------+-</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOaZJZFQZFhF00ZYMge_8SEunY4Qn_kKZ1SVa0dtMaKhi-XAybvMEhkRci6vT5ACX-QdA6OhkeEfRnAD7313v4UsV0C1cx2MfI0inezDKsGYb6UzvxxAq6t01SdoJPV24acgp3U1SvA8C_qYUv3yIHUFV2mgiHWuw2bJY59jV5NZAVq3F4pqyQ2xpI/s665/CGOA_AskTheExpertLogo.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="260" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOaZJZFQZFhF00ZYMge_8SEunY4Qn_kKZ1SVa0dtMaKhi-XAybvMEhkRci6vT5ACX-QdA6OhkeEfRnAD7313v4UsV0C1cx2MfI0inezDKsGYb6UzvxxAq6t01SdoJPV24acgp3U1SvA8C_qYUv3yIHUFV2mgiHWuw2bJY59jV5NZAVq3F4pqyQ2xpI/s320/CGOA_AskTheExpertLogo.png" width="125" /></a></div><h2>This is a New Event!</h2><div>Do you have a burning question about crochet that you've been dying to ask an expert? Grab a lunch to go and join us Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 12:30 to 1:30 PM in the Lounge for this FREE event. </div><div><br /></div><div>You'll be able to meet some of your favorites in the industry up close and personal, where you can ask them anything and learn some of their crochet secrets. This year's include: </div><div><ul><li><a href="https://cgoanow.blogspot.com/2022/07/ask-expert-session-1-tamara-kelly.html">Tamara Kelly of Moogly</a></li><li>Courtney Whitehead of Courtney's Creations</li><li><a href="https://cgoanow.blogspot.com/2022/07/ask-expert-session-2-lorene-eppolite.html">Lorene Eppolite of Furls and Cre8tion Crochet</a></li><li>Ashley & Eric Leither of Leither Co.</li></ul></div>Vashti Brahahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14439436949166577608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-23891849050850189962022-07-09T13:18:00.025-07:002022-07-09T15:12:59.467-07:00Ask the Expert Session #1: Tamara Kelly<p>Appearing LIVE at the <a href="https://www.crochet.org/page/CL22Home" target="_blank">Chain Link Conference</a>! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixvct5M_f3SdWgpHUaEEOQ45PEQBVyMaPuquX1mWkNQqqUw_FMdtCazKoWEn6p5axVe8twIiq69mu2Fzm1h4S3BwRYOCOoBMun2EzihbLrYz-wGViDRS5KUegCRRfvrKJSnwHVRUbuWJwFjGsN73zi9RxFW8S0aBXpWDXCS68E2biuSO76IG5oXN-P/s1100/Tamara%20Kelly%20Headshot%20crochet%201100x1100SQUARE.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1100" data-original-width="1100" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixvct5M_f3SdWgpHUaEEOQ45PEQBVyMaPuquX1mWkNQqqUw_FMdtCazKoWEn6p5axVe8twIiq69mu2Fzm1h4S3BwRYOCOoBMun2EzihbLrYz-wGViDRS5KUegCRRfvrKJSnwHVRUbuWJwFjGsN73zi9RxFW8S0aBXpWDXCS68E2biuSO76IG5oXN-P/s320/Tamara%20Kelly%20Headshot%20crochet%201100x1100SQUARE.png" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><h2 style="text-align: center;">Thursday, July 21, 12:30 - 1:30 in the Lounge</h2><p>Bring your lunch and learn from Tamara Kelly at <a href="https://www.mooglyblog.com/" target="_blank">Moogly</a> during this free session! Tamara is also our CGOA President.</p><p></p>(Tamara will be appearing along with <a href="https://cgoanow.blogspot.com/2022/07/ask-expert-courtney-whitehead-session-1.html" target="_blank">Courtney Whitehead</a> of <a href="http://Creationsbycourtney.com" target="_blank">Creations by Courtney</a>)<p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">About Tamara</h2><p><i>I've been running Mooglyblog.com for over 10 years now, and it's become the home of my original crochet designs, video tutorials, the Moogly Crochet Alongs, giveaways, and more! I've published one book, Quick Crochet for the Home, and have taught several Craftsy classes. I also regularly teach crochet for Michaels Community Classroom online, and love playing with new techniques and stitches!</i></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">One Lucky Winner</h2><p>One lucky winner will receive an autographed copy of Tamara's book, </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOaZJZFQZFhF00ZYMge_8SEunY4Qn_kKZ1SVa0dtMaKhi-XAybvMEhkRci6vT5ACX-QdA6OhkeEfRnAD7313v4UsV0C1cx2MfI0inezDKsGYb6UzvxxAq6t01SdoJPV24acgp3U1SvA8C_qYUv3yIHUFV2mgiHWuw2bJY59jV5NZAVq3F4pqyQ2xpI/s665/CGOA_AskTheExpertLogo.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="665" data-original-width="260" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOaZJZFQZFhF00ZYMge_8SEunY4Qn_kKZ1SVa0dtMaKhi-XAybvMEhkRci6vT5ACX-QdA6OhkeEfRnAD7313v4UsV0C1cx2MfI0inezDKsGYb6UzvxxAq6t01SdoJPV24acgp3U1SvA8C_qYUv3yIHUFV2mgiHWuw2bJY59jV5NZAVq3F4pqyQ2xpI/s320/CGOA_AskTheExpertLogo.png" width="125" /></a></div><p></p><p><i><b>Quick Crochet for the Home: 20 Fast Projects to Liven Up Every Room.</b></i></p><p><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">This is a New Event!</h2><div>Do you have a burning question about crochet that you've been dying to ask an expert? Grab a lunch to go and join us Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 12:30 to 1:30 PM in the Lounge for this FREE event. </div><div><br /></div><div>You'll be able to meet some of your favorites in the industry up close and personal, where you can ask them anything and learn some of their crochet secrets. This year's include: </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Tamara Kelly of Moogly</li><li><a href="https://cgoanow.blogspot.com/2022/07/ask-expert-courtney-whitehead-session-1.html">Courtney Whitehead of Courtney's Creations</a></li><li><a href="https://cgoanow.blogspot.com/2022/07/ask-expert-session-2-lorene-eppolite.html">Lorene Eppolite of Furls and Cre8tion Crochet</a></li><li><a href="https://cgoanow.blogspot.com/2022/07/ask-expert-session-3-ashley-eric-leither.html">Ashley & Eric Leither of Leither Co.</a></li></ul></div>Vashti Brahahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14439436949166577608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-79394757624006268872022-03-24T07:00:00.005-07:002022-03-24T07:00:54.522-07:00Class Schedule for Chain Link 2022<div class="zI7 iyn Hsu" data-test-id="closeup-title" style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34); color: #211922; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, "Fira Sans", "Droid Sans", "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, "ヒラギノ角ゴ Pro W3", "Hiragino Kaku Gothic Pro", メイリオ, Meiryo, "MS Pゴシック", Arial, sans-serif, "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol"; font-size: 12px;"><div class="zI7 iyn Hsu" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><div class="CloseupTitleCard" style="color: #444444; font-weight: 700;"><div class="KO4 zI7 iyn Hsu" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 16px;"><div itemprop="name"></div></div></div></div></div><div class="jzS ujU un8 TB_" style="display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex: 1 1 auto; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; min-height: 0px; min-width: 0px;"><div class="Rnj hs0 un8 C9i" style="align-items: baseline; display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px;"><div class="richPinInformation"><div class="zI7 iyn Hsu" style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34);"><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span class="tBJ dyH iFc j1A pBj zDA IZT swG" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; color: var(--g-colorGray300); word-wrap: break-word;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJpgnQfvcNnnSxJgXmA64kyQMhdfSE2hmEgeKFfcq61PLsiQNbUHsZYZDG2Joyct1bwJSuQaJE84OoR8vfQUgmCCJKBzw1Sg2Da8hCCdcbYXW3CYfsww2tv8dR1D4WE6EFtmPJoGvItnCm_heilwQRNJCqFZw7owu23u0w6qjxhAWJlnR7kNfDlrvl/s1340/CGOA%20NOLA%20CL2022%20logo.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="552" data-original-width="1340" height="264" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJpgnQfvcNnnSxJgXmA64kyQMhdfSE2hmEgeKFfcq61PLsiQNbUHsZYZDG2Joyct1bwJSuQaJE84OoR8vfQUgmCCJKBzw1Sg2Da8hCCdcbYXW3CYfsww2tv8dR1D4WE6EFtmPJoGvItnCm_heilwQRNJCqFZw7owu23u0w6qjxhAWJlnR7kNfDlrvl/w640-h264/CGOA%20NOLA%20CL2022%20logo.png" width="640" /></a></div></span></h2><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span class="tBJ dyH iFc j1A pBj zDA IZT swG" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; word-wrap: break-word;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">The Fun Part Begins! </span></span></h1><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">It's time to start planning your conference schedule</span><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: medium;">:</span></span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-weight: normal;"> </span><a href="https://www.crochet.org/page/CL22Class" style="font-family: verdana; font-weight: normal;"><b>the 2022 class schedule</b></a><span style="font-family: verdana; font-weight: normal;"> is finalized and viewable. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-weight: normal;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Registration opens in early April. Conference dates are July 20-23, 2022.</span></span></div></div><div class="zI7 iyn Hsu" style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34);"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: medium;">Scroll down to see our lineup of teachers.</span></span></div><div class="zI7 iyn Hsu" style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34);"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="zI7 iyn Hsu" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Helpful </span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Details for Planning Your Trip</span><br /></h1><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8suAZkA_UHaFNAlpRRDOVkNU54Mrw20D9jULEeRWVp3wFNgPkX3boDBaBUkSIjp_LiP_AER7LHyphnKEIHkCCVbl9EVCuAup_fnniK5MF2Bt0iNCdwOhGPPjaSgRfFrkHdgw2iHsDnJcHrougWFiQ5MWnViC9aYXzlBvsZprVkeLcA_3QWyvcUW93/s800/french_quarter_by_paul_brous.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="color: black;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8suAZkA_UHaFNAlpRRDOVkNU54Mrw20D9jULEeRWVp3wFNgPkX3boDBaBUkSIjp_LiP_AER7LHyphnKEIHkCCVbl9EVCuAup_fnniK5MF2Bt0iNCdwOhGPPjaSgRfFrkHdgw2iHsDnJcHrougWFiQ5MWnViC9aYXzlBvsZprVkeLcA_3QWyvcUW93/w400-h266/french_quarter_by_paul_brous.png" width="400" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></div><div class="zI7 iyn Hsu" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34); font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;">Conference <a href="https://www.crochet.org/page/CL22Schedule"><b>Schedule of Events</b></a>. </span><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34); font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">NEW THIS YEAR - Longer Lunch & Dinner Breaks so you can enjoy NOLA</span><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34); font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">.</span></div><div class="zI7 iyn Hsu" style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34);"><br /></span></span><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34); font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><a href="https://www.crochet.org/page/CL22"><b>Our hotel in New Orleans</b></a> is the New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District. They're excited to have us! </span><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34); font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Hotel rooms reserved for our </span><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34); font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">group</span><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span><a href="https://www.crochet.org/page/CL22Location" style="font-family: verdana;" target="_blank"><b>can be booked now</b></a><span style="font-family: verdana;">.</span></span><br /><div><span style="color: #211922; font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34);"><br /></span></span></div></div></div><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34);">Top Notch </span><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34);">Crochet</span><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34);"> Teachers</span></span></h1><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34);">Learn from the best! It's what our Chain Link conferences are famous for throughout the yarn industry. <i>Since 1995</i>.</span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-size: medium;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih9-x9ZmyO96FwHBKCHr8JOvmaJmGbwIZ1ANxbeyimTTQplCSIXa4Qxr5ysKsPlTjciYYn51YfUJcKUqBOiPQrcOHocwGqSVcYIUh-CdYiXZ08NBQStCGn-mBDU2MZ97tXwhBwSwqIVm2Y2Z2JgQnJr4uWOfR8zWjq_nuU3p-WxOYYMHPScS5q-Owt/s1800/Learn%20from%20the%20best%20CGOA%20NOLA.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1060" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih9-x9ZmyO96FwHBKCHr8JOvmaJmGbwIZ1ANxbeyimTTQplCSIXa4Qxr5ysKsPlTjciYYn51YfUJcKUqBOiPQrcOHocwGqSVcYIUh-CdYiXZ08NBQStCGn-mBDU2MZ97tXwhBwSwqIVm2Y2Z2JgQnJr4uWOfR8zWjq_nuU3p-WxOYYMHPScS5q-Owt/w376-h640/Learn%20from%20the%20best%20CGOA%20NOLA.png" width="376" /></a></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="grid" style="box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center;"><div class="profile" style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(85, 85, 85); color: #555555; font-family: Arimo, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 50px 24px 0px; width: 200px;"><p></p></div><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /></div><div class="zI7 iyn Hsu" style="box-sizing: border-box; caret-color: rgb(33, 25, 34); color: #211922;"><span style="color: var(--g-colorGray300);"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></span></div></div></div></div>Vashti Brahahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14439436949166577608noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-32763752663802065892022-03-11T04:52:00.008-08:002022-03-11T05:10:32.848-08:0024 Crochet Hats Book Review<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjVS9Of02nygotbAOzNSauJFnZvFChZZq_rXp4u1CiigKRqqr6XFlMZkzLogMJzJYV4KNZ72RYzRj-adwFMkti78ZtfIbADZGJvHCIdEjyysWlzmZY7ehpjTGK14JC0o_Wo-o727Uf_gX_VJwI4yU-STd8TQxMJu8f7vIioPaE33LuR4Jm1snGAp5wkHQ=s500" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjVS9Of02nygotbAOzNSauJFnZvFChZZq_rXp4u1CiigKRqqr6XFlMZkzLogMJzJYV4KNZ72RYzRj-adwFMkti78ZtfIbADZGJvHCIdEjyysWlzmZY7ehpjTGK14JC0o_Wo-o727Uf_gX_VJwI4yU-STd8TQxMJu8f7vIioPaE33LuR4Jm1snGAp5wkHQ=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Hi
I’m Blanche of @beeoutrageous.com here to review “24
Crochet Hats” by Kristin Omdahl. </p><p>Let me just say on the outset, that I am truly a KO Fan
Her heart warming story of providing an income for herself
and her son by
creating her business. And her enthusiastic presence on social platforms (Instagram,
Facebook, her You Tube Channel) and appearances on The TV
Program “Knit and Crochet Today” make her an inspiring leader in our industry. </p><p>This ebook doesn’t disappoint.
It serves up hats to grace the heads of men, women ,children
and infants.
Many sizes are provided for each.
Not only are there 24 easy to follow written patterns, but there are sections on:<br /><br />How to read patterns <br />How to measure gauge
<br />How to weave in ends
<br />Various ways to block your work
<br />Yarn substitutions
<br />Size tables <br />Glossary <br />Crochet Hook Sizes
<br /><br />All of the above make this a veritable one stop resource for creating crochet
hats.
Each hat utilizes different crochet stitches , techniques and
yarns.
The video tutorials for the patterns of “24 Crochet Hats”are
provided on Kristin’s
You Tube Channel. </p><p>My favorite hat is Kendra.
Perhaps, it’s the color of the yarn that intrigued me (bubble
gum pink) or because the stitches are created with Broomstick
Lace and a Cabled brim.
But that being said, this hat is a stunner. </p><p>I would be remiss if I didn’t include a mention of Kristin’s Fund
Project Kristin. A portion of every sale goes to help survivors of domestic
abuse.
I hope this review will encourage you (if you don’t already) to follow her account <a href="http://www.Kristinomdahl.com">www.Kristinomdahl.com</a> where you can buy her ebook , purchase her yarns, and crochet accessories.</p><p><br /></p><p>Blanche xx</p>Kristine Mullenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12926104912245407860noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-64188077465770748732021-10-23T15:46:00.002-07:002021-10-23T15:53:31.333-07:00Choosing the Right Crochet Hook... for you!<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Like many of you, I’m sure, I’m a member of a number of different crochet-related groups on Facebook. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">One question that I see frequently is “What crochet hook should I buy?” Plenty of suggestions get thrown </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">about, but very few responses reflect the reality of choosing a hook… the real answer is, “it depends.” We </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">can all share our favorite hooks, but honestly, choosing the right hook is really more of a question of </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">choosing the right hook FOR YOU!</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are many different types and styles of crochet hooks out there, and not every style or type works for every crocheter. Let’s take a look at some factors to consider when choosing a crochet hook.</span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">INLINE VS TAPERED</span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Inline hooks have a head that is “in line” with the shaft of the hook; in other words, it doesn’t extend any </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">wider than the rest of the hook. An inline hook usually has a deep mouth, and comes to a sharper angle </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">than a tapered hook. Many fans feel that they get a more consistent stitch size with an inline hook, but </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">some people find that due to the deeper mouth, inline hooks “catch” more, and slow them down.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">Tapered hooks have a head that extends past/is wider than the shaft of the hook. The mouth is not usually </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">as deep as an inline hook. In contrast to an inline, some people feel that a tapered hook glides more easily, </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">but others feel that it’s harder to stitch consistently. Your mileage may vary.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhLhtsUwGZEKN1_ZvVS1jDQFRieyeHmQZ1v3ye252GFKtHHtVKXLFVM_VahKvsHAhNPgXj0B-4QADRJTUwez-mUkHXkPFo0muumBXteLgGgfJO-QmnhpVE3pcfSMtO4WEYP3-vNOcrBtw0BgVtSxZ5QQutqeIMmF3Ry1dnELgPv1xNAuSVdbuYZyZxajw=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhLhtsUwGZEKN1_ZvVS1jDQFRieyeHmQZ1v3ye252GFKtHHtVKXLFVM_VahKvsHAhNPgXj0B-4QADRJTUwez-mUkHXkPFo0muumBXteLgGgfJO-QmnhpVE3pcfSMtO4WEYP3-vNOcrBtw0BgVtSxZ5QQutqeIMmF3Ry1dnELgPv1xNAuSVdbuYZyZxajw=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">MATERIAL TYPE</span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Another consideration when choosing a hook is the material used to make the hook. Aluminum, </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">plastic/acrylic, wood, and bamboo are all common material types, with aluminum probably the most </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">common. There, too, preference comes into play. Some people will change up their hooks based on what</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"> fiber they are using; wood and bamboo may not glide as easily as aluminum, which may make them </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">preferable for more slippery yarns, while aluminum may be preferable for yarns that are a little rougher </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">and more likely to catch on the hook. There is also a weight and feel factor in terms of material - you want </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">to consider how the hook feels in your hand (more on that later…).</span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">STANDARD VS ERGONOMIC</span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">This is actually a big consideration for some people. I have a friend who almost exclusively uses standard </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">crochet hooks - your basic aluminum hooks you can buy almost anywhere. I, on the other hand, rarely use </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">anything but an ergonomic hook, especially when using smaller hook sizes. Ergonomic hooks typically </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">have a wider handle of some sort to allow the user to use a loose grip on the hook, with less stress on the </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">hands and wrists. Some have cushioned handles, others have shaped, solid-construction handles. </span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">COST</span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">There is a wide range of pricing of crochet hooks. Some, such as a standard aluminum hook, are </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">inexpensive and available almost anywhere, and are easily accessible to those on a tight budget. Big box </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">craft stores often carry their own house brands of ergonomic hooks at the lower end of the price range. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Other stores and websites carry a wide variety of brands, including some inexpensive no-name brands. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">Then you start moving up the ladder to a wide range of brand name crochet hooks and a number of </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">different custom hook creators. When looking at ergonomic hooks, there is an element of “you get what </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">you pay for.” You may spend less on a set of no-name hooks from a discount seller, but is it really a deal if </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">the handle starts coming loose 6 months later? (Yes, I learned this lesson the hard way!)</span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">FIT</span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">This is probably the most important factor to consider, although for some, it may be the most challenging. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">The hook you choose needs to fit comfortably in your hand, ultimately an extension of your hand/arm. Test </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">out different brands - some hooks are longer, others shorter. Some are narrow, some are wide. Over the </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">past 3 years, I have tried almost every major brand crochet hook out there, and keep coming back to my </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">preferred brand because of how it fits in my hand. You need to think about how you hold your hook, as well </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">as the size of your hand. My preferred brand fits perfectly in my hand, but for a friend of mine, the hooks </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">are too short, and rub the side of her hand the wrong way. I have other friends who love a popular, more </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">expensive brand, but they’re too wide for my short fingers and don’t sit right in my hand. If you love </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">crocheting, you’re going to be spending a lot of time with a hook in your hand. You want to make sure that </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">it’s going to be comfortable.</span></p><p><b style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></b></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">If you’re looking for a new hook, my ultimate advice to you is this:</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">Try out a variety of hooks in different styles and materials. Don’t commit to a set right away</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;">If you </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">have the money, buy a single hook in your favorite size in the styles/brands you want to try, and </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">test them out. Even better, see if your crocheting friends have something you want to try and ask to borrow </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">it, even just to crochet a couple of rows with it.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">Obviously, consider your budget. You do get what you pay for, but you also don’t want to go bankrupt. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">Once you figure out your preferences, watch for coupons and sales. For some hooks, it may be cheaper </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">to buy the set with a coupon, for others, you may need to watch for sales and buy a hook or two at a time</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre;">Finally, have fun learning more about yourself as a crocheter! </span></p><div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGTH6OmNT4zyTx49r4aSItKEll7DHTXIVoImm-w5KQ3gATL4UlNBFcUijwoV92DEViRP8kwTZpDrEvPbYD-ZYFBBZzztaxAOXxnH990tn33_tkaoD-Dn8syfGMtmFgB8iWr1Hndiy8sfxGQQMEw1DyHyvSvicfwgSAn9akxwcwYlpJi2guRni8-JI9QQ=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhGTH6OmNT4zyTx49r4aSItKEll7DHTXIVoImm-w5KQ3gATL4UlNBFcUijwoV92DEViRP8kwTZpDrEvPbYD-ZYFBBZzztaxAOXxnH990tn33_tkaoD-Dn8syfGMtmFgB8iWr1Hndiy8sfxGQQMEw1DyHyvSvicfwgSAn9akxwcwYlpJi2guRni8-JI9QQ=s320" width="240" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div>Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15905453561449495303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-49120740668827401132021-07-16T09:14:00.007-07:002021-07-16T09:18:22.433-07:00WeCrochet & CGOA Podcast - Crochet Jobs<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheBqQNz4F3_hTwtbNYLzCFdTxdIzs2cK2UNVhc10BeUOOYDZ9wkMUmO7BKlSnyDGiHSyO4zG98_7iXYqBdzA3ckDqSU6lKkv-790PgMWy2O__oSMDch-7Dv4ZcS23rZd4zyoFvrI0fTo3f/s1400/wecrochet+podcast.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="787" data-original-width="1400" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheBqQNz4F3_hTwtbNYLzCFdTxdIzs2cK2UNVhc10BeUOOYDZ9wkMUmO7BKlSnyDGiHSyO4zG98_7iXYqBdzA3ckDqSU6lKkv-790PgMWy2O__oSMDch-7Dv4ZcS23rZd4zyoFvrI0fTo3f/w400-h225/wecrochet+podcast.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Do you know all the different education programs offered by the CGOA? </p><p>WeCrochet invited CGOA board member Pia Thadani for an interview all about teaching crochet, and the various education programs that CGOA offers. </p><p>Hear her interview, plus others, in this fabulous podcast episode! </p><p><a href="https://blog.crochet.com/wcp-episode-40-crochet-jobs-part-3-teaching-crochet">https://blog.crochet.com/wcp-episode-40-crochet-jobs-part-3-teaching-crochet</a></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Kristine Mullenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12926104912245407860noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-47016753982636932312021-04-05T15:12:00.000-07:002021-04-05T15:12:41.414-07:00You might be a better crocheter than you think!<div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF_KoPnn4NoHfBVi-6VvvMhALTmzSkL3DiWEQX2n1u0Emt7JnROCzCXvvI83LLb-jGEROn7McSAjiYLfEi2nPmYJNI24tyiGmcC4jg5Y2_zheTsTAgzmHSWws9ZPpoQNHmqn-uZ8bW3Lk/s1200/Title+graphic.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="800" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF_KoPnn4NoHfBVi-6VvvMhALTmzSkL3DiWEQX2n1u0Emt7JnROCzCXvvI83LLb-jGEROn7McSAjiYLfEi2nPmYJNI24tyiGmcC4jg5Y2_zheTsTAgzmHSWws9ZPpoQNHmqn-uZ8bW3Lk/s320/Title+graphic.png" /></a></div> <p></p><p>Have you ever passed on a pattern because it looked too difficult? "There's NO WAY I could make that," you say.</p><p>We've all been there - lusted over a design we were sure we couldn't possibly execute. I get it. You certainly don't want to make the commitment of buying the pattern and all of the supplies just to find out you don't have the skills to make the project.</p><p>But, consider for a moment, that you might be underestimating yourself and your crochet skills.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkeJH_g6BGlXwyOqurXJDpsOErMd2UpL-FXRx1_vGhmA0Z4Cpqd66pb1x7iSRhDthr9iSdKbGwFmTbSQH-u6ZEjmSFwGpTAH4bpGfG6sswMeuFWtL8SZGyJBL5Q-Uecsg6RmSQLItDVfk/s1200/Skill+levels.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="800" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkeJH_g6BGlXwyOqurXJDpsOErMd2UpL-FXRx1_vGhmA0Z4Cpqd66pb1x7iSRhDthr9iSdKbGwFmTbSQH-u6ZEjmSFwGpTAH4bpGfG6sswMeuFWtL8SZGyJBL5Q-Uecsg6RmSQLItDVfk/s320/Skill+levels.png" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;">Let's talk skill levels for a moment. You may consider yourself a beginner but you might actually be able to complete something that's labeled "Advanced Beginner". Even if you're an advanced crocheter, you probably still find things that make you think twice about making a design.</p><p style="text-align: left;">A designer generally uses the following list to determine the skill level for the pattern:</p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Beginner - Projects intended for first-time crocheters using basic stitches. This level can help ANY crocheter build skills and provide practice. These patterns are no-brainers for experienced crocheters.</li><li>Advanced beginner - Patterns for the advanced beginner use basic stitches and repetitive stitches and patterns. There may be color changes, simple shaping and may require some finishing.</li><li>Intermediate - Projects will use a variety of different stitches and techniques. More detailed shaping and finishing will be required.</li><li>Advanced - This is where the rubber meets the road and everything is on the menu - intricate stitch patterns, multi-color techniques, small hooks, detailed finishing, to mention a few. These patterns really are reserved for the most experienced although, depending upon the number of advanced techniques, this would be a good stretch for the experienced crocheter. </li></ul><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;">How do you decide? Look at why a designer may have
classified a pattern with a certain skill level using the guidelines above. How many of the
techniques or stitches in the design are you not familiar with? Remember, many
designers provide resources to help you master the skills used in the
design so it may be possible to easily make the design.</div></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Obviously, it will be up to your judgment to decide whether or not you should try a pattern. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkO64J-SVpudzZag4F-l9BBjXMK87_zmWMCkeux0ZkYiOBEhw9XFgMjkb4s_npZuXkwusW4yiASP_L3sqJ-Ra3wA08e9QVlglR6pZY8CgdTorf2buX77Yo4zyHQzPCAQ9VUaXApaUD0II/s1200/Tips+graphic.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="800" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkO64J-SVpudzZag4F-l9BBjXMK87_zmWMCkeux0ZkYiOBEhw9XFgMjkb4s_npZuXkwusW4yiASP_L3sqJ-Ra3wA08e9QVlglR6pZY8CgdTorf2buX77Yo4zyHQzPCAQ9VUaXApaUD0II/s320/Tips+graphic.png" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">First and foremost, stop underestimating your crochet skill. Be realistic, sure, but don't pass on a pattern for the wrong reasons.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Push yourself to try new things. Again, you do have to be realistic. However, by trying new things, you get the chance to improve your skills, opening the door for even more complex pattern making down the road.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Prepare yourself for the more involved patterns by practicing your crochet skills and pattern reading skills. Find a pattern design that incorporates just one new skill and go for it.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">And, don't forget, one of your greatest assets is your fellow crocheters. Ask advice, especially in Facebook groups, at your local yarn shop, YouTube. Find a group meeting at your local library or church. Crocheters LOVE to share their knowledge so go tap into that wealth.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLG39y4lTdWb5s-fZuGhy6xXq8f6pNDRrY2FNjFTV5cgEyYqkPVsAbKNR-a6TC5JaNDzahxQEcYtq3Ft6iIqJ7YCYeE5KBuAj8NNncWzP9UiBrbLlwspmJxl_4wMOeJOs0qqK6Dkx5p6Q/s1200/CGOA+helps.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="800" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLG39y4lTdWb5s-fZuGhy6xXq8f6pNDRrY2FNjFTV5cgEyYqkPVsAbKNR-a6TC5JaNDzahxQEcYtq3Ft6iIqJ7YCYeE5KBuAj8NNncWzP9UiBrbLlwspmJxl_4wMOeJOs0qqK6Dkx5p6Q/s320/CGOA+helps.png" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">The Crochet Guild of America is here to help!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>The organization provides online classes taught by world-class instructors. You will not be disappointed!</li><li>Under the heading "Resources - Learn to Crochet" you'll find videos and lessons for basic crochet skills. You can choose right-handed, left-handed and children.</li><li>If there's one near you, join a CGOA chapter. Learn from other crocheters.</li><li>Crochet for Charity is a great way to practice skills and give back at the same time.</li><li>And, participate in a Crochet-Along. Not only will you improve your skills, but you'll have a built in community of crocheters working together toward a common goal. Have a question? Someone will have the answer!</li></ul></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Now, go out there and get that pattern. You can do it!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Debbie</div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.madamestitch.com" target="_blank">MadameStitch</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div>Deb Fieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11895747076479159414noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-69540800266633935942021-03-19T17:30:00.003-07:002021-03-22T05:55:39.792-07:00What to Look for Before Purchasing a Crochet Pattern<div><br /></div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Starting a new crochet project is exciting for so many reasons. It’s the opportunity to carve out a little “me” time as you get to create something new. You are also able to enjoy artistic journey of picking out yarn types and colors to make the new creation unique to you. There is a little spark of energy as we sit down to begin a new project and see our vision come to life.</span><div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFYzwF_RRxpNmmjzDFfU_TgxI8y9T5-aTIJCSR7yc-t3mrQC9lN6ocs5ehXv6dvS2rWbkO-I4KLg4bQGVl2h0OAH2su-kMcWczsIfgRr7VhnRDrMI_wYelNAx3YdMkjvOYtWwH8q934OER/s2048/What+to+look+for+before+purchasing+a+crochet+pattern.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><img alt="" border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFYzwF_RRxpNmmjzDFfU_TgxI8y9T5-aTIJCSR7yc-t3mrQC9lN6ocs5ehXv6dvS2rWbkO-I4KLg4bQGVl2h0OAH2su-kMcWczsIfgRr7VhnRDrMI_wYelNAx3YdMkjvOYtWwH8q934OER/s320/What+to+look+for+before+purchasing+a+crochet+pattern.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFYzwF_RRxpNmmjzDFfU_TgxI8y9T5-aTIJCSR7yc-t3mrQC9lN6ocs5ehXv6dvS2rWbkO-I4KLg4bQGVl2h0OAH2su-kMcWczsIfgRr7VhnRDrMI_wYelNAx3YdMkjvOYtWwH8q934OER/s2048/What+to+look+for+before+purchasing+a+crochet+pattern.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0px; text-align: center;"><br /></a><span id="docs-internal-guid-d266763b-7fff-bc49-40f1-3b17dd88dd4c"><span style="color: black; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">But, that spark can fade fast if the pattern you are working from is confusing, incomplete or not detailed enough. The joy slowly dwindles as you have to reread instructions, have to frog rows of work because it doesn’t look right, or after hours of work you realize it is not going to be the right size. However, there are ways to help prevent this frustrating situation. </span></span></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn1Va473NkSR2DQ6MrQ03pLT4RuVAyIgqr9aB3pJZ8FeQy5J5UZqWVvxDGf3Hd3u1Pf9SZN92YD_fqnE73fU8LCEe4nYmRHlLB9tan0xUeGexvl1Xogv5fojmkGZmuM0QNdccBa1eN5B_r/s2048/glasses.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhn1Va473NkSR2DQ6MrQ03pLT4RuVAyIgqr9aB3pJZ8FeQy5J5UZqWVvxDGf3Hd3u1Pf9SZN92YD_fqnE73fU8LCEe4nYmRHlLB9tan0xUeGexvl1Xogv5fojmkGZmuM0QNdccBa1eN5B_r/s320/glasses.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-591db4f1-7fff-e0a2-7568-4edfe11afafc"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><h2 style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Put On Your Investigation Glasses</span></h2><div><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Once you decide you want to make a project from a crochet pattern you will spend a good amount of time looking for just the right pattern. As you browse the multitude of patterns available there are going to be some you are just drawn to. But, before you decide to hit the “add to cart” button, check a few things out. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Check those
reviews. This may seem like a no brainer, but it is important not to just look
and see if they are a 4 or 5 star pattern designer. Click on those buttons and
read, this is where you can really discover some good information. See the
below crochet pattern reviews: </span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 107%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt; margin-left: 1.0in; margin-right: 1.0in; margin-top: 0in;"><i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;">“</span></i><i><span style="background: white; color: #595959; font-family: "Segoe UI",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Clearly written, and support videos for further
explanation make for a great pattern and experience. Thank you!”<o:p></o:p></span></i></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt; margin-left: 1.0in; margin-right: 1.0in; margin-top: 0in;"><i><span style="background: white; color: #595959; font-family: "Segoe UI",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">“It’s perfect. I actually turned around and
bought four more patterns.”<o:p></o:p></span></i></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-left: 72pt; margin-right: 72pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt; margin-left: 1.0in; margin-right: 1.0in; margin-top: 0in;"><i><span style="background: white; color: #595959; font-family: "Segoe UI",sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">“Such a cute little garment. Easy to follow
pattern. And the designer was so helpful to answer all my questions.”</span></i><i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p></o:p></span></i></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-left: 72pt; margin-right: 72pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #595959; font-family: 'Quattrocento Sans',sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-81256836-7fff-8703-99e7-2ef77ac1e0c5"></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">These review all came from the same crochet pattern shop, and are all recent. This is a great sign that the pattern you are looking at purchasing is clear, has all the information you need and has resources to help you out along the way. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsPY5dky8eMlPzfjq628NTVay8AV7ARB3yBfr7xDdKAjQLaQLTF8o_iZA2rJPtP7HX6wugWsPrVZhv6XS_jtTtEKoUlz5Uf1WHGW4Yfi_1gH7asgIcjHoL312-G5PWuhKkLdwO0FY6IwSU/s2048/InfoChecklist.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1363" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsPY5dky8eMlPzfjq628NTVay8AV7ARB3yBfr7xDdKAjQLaQLTF8o_iZA2rJPtP7HX6wugWsPrVZhv6XS_jtTtEKoUlz5Uf1WHGW4Yfi_1gH7asgIcjHoL312-G5PWuhKkLdwO0FY6IwSU/s320/InfoChecklist.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><h2 style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Check the Pattern's Description</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-56b9666e-7fff-84ad-b5cd-a32ec5eefa2e"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Always take a minute to read the pattern's description. This is so important, if the basic pattern information is missing it could be a sign that the pattern is also missing info. Always check to see that the following is listed: </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Size of Crochet Hook needed</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Weight of yarn needed (amount can be helpful as well)</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Are there any other or unique supplies needed</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Is the pattern written in US or UK term</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Is the pattern written, chart or graph</span></p></li></ul></span></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHj9plmqRwoDn0o7j8Tw8NZ0OVRQAvIGsnR7NemC7gC4TtDjmZti-cfJdolcA70C_7OOWQQi6ZIa1V3divegm_5jZvAXjVjR_hEJbRH-uPFbuB_SGak7kRD-x8b_KGjbM3V_hj_TeEb_RY/s2048/giulia-bertelli-2OU30mdtseY-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHj9plmqRwoDn0o7j8Tw8NZ0OVRQAvIGsnR7NemC7gC4TtDjmZti-cfJdolcA70C_7OOWQQi6ZIa1V3divegm_5jZvAXjVjR_hEJbRH-uPFbuB_SGak7kRD-x8b_KGjbM3V_hj_TeEb_RY/s320/giulia-bertelli-2OU30mdtseY-unsplash.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><h2 style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Contact and Follow</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-7a932ebc-7fff-6cf0-49ae-2e5104f1b201"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Is the patter designer available if you might need assistance? One way to find out is to read their bio (this can usually be found on the website you are ordering from). You can also check their social media like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or any others out there. The designer does not have to have a huge following to be good. There are some amazing up and coming designers that are just starting out. But, if they have a presence on social media or have ways to reach them in their bios that is a good sign that they can and will offer support. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTOxcFnR_r3HFDliAx2_LBlLBSjMO2QV_kPkgiDTeT2oCkT58SLxzq4BjIJ0tn0iBf3BlICzOFMDIdlUJw1-bkBiUDwznSDaTknax3daanatf1HMFGx5nOS7QU3qwilExX3pGdybB1bMTZ/s2048/debby-hudson-hjni6-EohFk-unsplash.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1043" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTOxcFnR_r3HFDliAx2_LBlLBSjMO2QV_kPkgiDTeT2oCkT58SLxzq4BjIJ0tn0iBf3BlICzOFMDIdlUJw1-bkBiUDwznSDaTknax3daanatf1HMFGx5nOS7QU3qwilExX3pGdybB1bMTZ/s320/debby-hudson-hjni6-EohFk-unsplash.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><h2 style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Support Those You Love</span></h2><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="-webkit-text-decoration-skip: none; background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-1db5aef7-7fff-557f-c33e-ca6bc47cbb49"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">After you have completed a project from a pattern, if you had a great experience continue to support that designer. Next time you are looking for a new pattern, check their shop. You already know you like the format they use and that they offer support if needed. Chances are you will have another great experience on your next project. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Feel free to take it a step further and share your completed work with the designer as well. There is no greater reward to a pattern designer.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Christine
</span><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="https://sweetpotato3.com/" target="_blank">Sweet Potato 3</a></span></p><div><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><div><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.295; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><div><span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div></span></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div>Kristine Mullenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12926104912245407860noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-66335734398944424762020-11-16T13:32:00.002-08:002020-11-17T04:54:40.391-08:00Holiday Gift Roundup for Crocheters<p>The holiday season is fast approaching and shoppers have shifted into high gear when it comes to preparations. As a crocheter, you've probably already started making gifts.</p><p>Let's take a moment, though, to think about what YOU might want. What ends up on a crocheters wish list?</p><p>Here are just a few creative and fun ideas.</p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Yarn Bowls</h2><p style="text-align: left;">To keep yarn tidy while working on your next project, choose a handmade yarn bowl. Lots of choices, including wooden and ceramic, abound on Etsy. This one comes from <b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/MaidOfClay?ref=search_shop_redirect" target="_blank">Maid of Clay Ceramics</a></b>. Any bowl can be personalized with up to 9 letters.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVyU0K70HPp881XM3U1h9IZMSKp8-am17SltxVC1WSEHDKj22bKn4csClNuzPFyok5j5quh9MfBhzcoKLA3zvzG6J2tvLjfTKHpDyVHdjma0_mT4IvSjJqz80RnSiV5s2a6ELGU8UgpCM/s2048/Yarn+bowl.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVyU0K70HPp881XM3U1h9IZMSKp8-am17SltxVC1WSEHDKj22bKn4csClNuzPFyok5j5quh9MfBhzcoKLA3zvzG6J2tvLjfTKHpDyVHdjma0_mT4IvSjJqz80RnSiV5s2a6ELGU8UgpCM/s320/Yarn+bowl.png" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Handmade Crochet Hooks</h2><p style="text-align: left;">This one can be a bit tricky because crocheters can be picky about their hooks! However, a little luxury in your toolbox never hurt at all! Check out these shops...</p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LETTOworkshop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=558290304" target="_blank">LETTO Workshop</a></b> - a variety of wooden ergonomic hooks.</li><li><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/763496611/interchangeable-crochet-hook-clay-handle?ref=shop_home_feat_4&frs=1" target="_blank">Becky Sue Creations</a></b> - interchangeable ceramic hooks.</li></ul><p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Buttons</h2><p style="text-align: left;">Yes, buttons! Imaginative buttons make a fabulous stocking stuffer or small holiday gift for any crocheter. They come in all shapes, sizes and materials. You'll find lots of interesting choices on Etsy, like the metal button at the bottom from <b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/SmartParts" target="_blank">SmartParts</a></b>.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ4G1eq5l7CguGHx1xWNPBP9_o7XDvhpcp-rmR5cY0DsMAp1TD6dCEYZBQ25liGxZ0ll4s12srsqy080CvHYV4Y3ThEzC2AQKBkyqdoPBpsiMg-gLNGv3wGsAdOwkY6PNOGk1xzsQj9dE/s2048/Buttons+on+cardboard.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ4G1eq5l7CguGHx1xWNPBP9_o7XDvhpcp-rmR5cY0DsMAp1TD6dCEYZBQ25liGxZ0ll4s12srsqy080CvHYV4Y3ThEzC2AQKBkyqdoPBpsiMg-gLNGv3wGsAdOwkY6PNOGk1xzsQj9dE/s320/Buttons+on+cardboard.png" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Stitch Markers</h2><p style="text-align: left;">A crocheter can NEVER have enough stitch markers. Just a simple search on Etsy gets you a wide variety of choices including clay, glass, beaded and wood. Here are a few shops to check out:</p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/KarensHobbyRoom?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=715895205" target="_blank">Karens Hobby Room</a></b></li><li><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/weeones?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=89149635" target="_blank">Wee Ones</a></b> - removable stitch markers made of polymer clay</li><li><b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/AliceRCrafts?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=690014579" target="_blank">AliceRCrafts</a></b></li></ul><p></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Project Bags</h2><p style="text-align: left;">Every crocheter I know has multiple WIP's at the same time. What better way to keep them organized and ready to hit the road than with a project bag. <b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/ThreeBagsFullStudio?ref=search_shop_redirect" target="_blank">Three Bags Full</a></b> and <b><a href="https://binkwaffle.com" target="_blank">Binkwaffle</a></b> both have a wonderful variety of prints and sizes, with expert detailing and stitching. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJdl6NTS55oP2UBLkOPXvSlrgN1uTPQLow3_mIyj4jbQkM-W9lcfjrfdYNkAepa7nbDhxCBZeBT2XJ6vuiUPolNB56hLTultY8LBmIYUuZItb058NljJCNEIRsxDesqOC8tMv9qTBdpTU/s2048/Three+Bags+Full.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJdl6NTS55oP2UBLkOPXvSlrgN1uTPQLow3_mIyj4jbQkM-W9lcfjrfdYNkAepa7nbDhxCBZeBT2XJ6vuiUPolNB56hLTultY8LBmIYUuZItb058NljJCNEIRsxDesqOC8tMv9qTBdpTU/s320/Three+Bags+Full.png" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjDrhRCAcl9v0qpn50hfulqLSrK-tHBr9jwhFuSe6dYZ3EW4I1ATrN0kxzqKqCihzgEKg3qPNdVfMqf-Lc9lNBZIik1pI4vpk_7FFMJ95NjJa8LCWbaxG_Yjt6y2JjADbdEfml2p-Q3NM/s2048/Binkwaffle+bag.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjDrhRCAcl9v0qpn50hfulqLSrK-tHBr9jwhFuSe6dYZ3EW4I1ATrN0kxzqKqCihzgEKg3qPNdVfMqf-Lc9lNBZIik1pI4vpk_7FFMJ95NjJa8LCWbaxG_Yjt6y2JjADbdEfml2p-Q3NM/s320/Binkwaffle+bag.png" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><h2 style="text-align: left;">Artwork</h2><p style="text-align: left;">For some beautifully drawn, fun fiber artwork, visit <b><a href="https://www.charisma-art.com" target="_blank">Sheep Incognito</a></b> by Conni Tögel. 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Support those who make our jobs as crocheters easier and a bit more fun. We need each other! </p><p style="text-align: left;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">Debra Field<br /><a href="https://www.madamestitch.com/" target="_blank">MadameStitch</a></p>Deb Fieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11895747076479159414noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-44335101511758341212020-05-08T05:00:00.000-07:002020-05-08T05:00:00.620-07:00June Quarterly Crochet-Along<br />
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We are so excited to write to you today to announce the June Quarterly Crochet-Along.<br />
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Whether you've never participated in a CGOA CAL before or joined us every time, you won't want to miss this unifying new project taking place in a fun new location with an all new Crochet-Along team!<br />
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While we can’t spill all the details about the June CAL just yet, we can say that for the first time ever, the Quarterly Crochet-Along will have you crocheting an amigurumi with fellow CGOA members! We can also say that the pattern we have selected is both timely and meaningful.<br />
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We’re taking this opportunity to move the Quarterly Crochet-Alongs to an all new private Facebook group. We strongly feel that with Facebook being the easiest to navigate and most widely used social media platform, moving our event there will allow for even more of you to join in on the fun!<br />
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To participate in the June CAL, get exclusive pattern tips and information straight from the designer, and enter to win super cool prizes, please join our new private Facebook group, CGOA Members CAL Crochet Along Group, at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cgoaquarterlycals/<br />
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You will be asked to enter your CGOA membership number and agree to the rules in order to be admitted into the group. Your membership number can be found on crochet.org under Members & Membership Renewal & View/Print My Membership Card.<br />
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Yarn requirements will be released on May 15, and the pattern will will be revealed on June 1.<br />
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Join us on Facebook today to get to know your fellow CAL crocheters and our new team!<br />
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The Quarterly Crochet-Along will now be led by CGOA member Julie Desjardins, with help from fellow members Lauren Venettozzi (Pattern Tech), Trisha Ankaraju (Graphics), Gwen McGannon (Social media), and Bobbie Matela (Prizes).<br />
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We're excited to crochet with you in June!!<br />
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Your CAL Team.Kristine Mullenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12926104912245407860noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738374162893781082.post-19089638555921504832019-09-27T05:51:00.000-07:002019-09-27T08:45:56.170-07:00Build Better Garments with Body Basics by Lindsey StephensTitle: <a href="https://thelindseylife.com/body-basics/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Body Basics</a><br />
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Lindsey Stephens, the author of <a href="https://thelindseylife.com/body-basics/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Body Basics</a> is a brilliant tech editor with a gift for math. I've had the pleasure of working with her, and she really knows all the little tweaks that can make a pattern more accurate, and easier to read. She's also a CGOA member and a wild, wacky, wonderful friend :)<br />
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<a href="https://thelindseylife.com/body-basics/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Body Basics</a> is the ultimate guide to sizing garments. It's not a quick reference, a size chart or a formula. It's an in depth discussion of how sizing works, and how to make it work for you.<br />
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Lindsey explains which measurements matter and how they work together to fit actual bodies. The math of calculating stitch and row counts is not the main focus of the book. Rather, it teaches you how to manipulate measurements to create the shape and fit you want.<br />
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There's a lot of information, but it's easy to navigate with lots of helpful diagrams and charts, plus highlighted tips and notes as well. The ebook includes a clickable table of contents so you can easily jump to the section you want.<br />
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The first section talks all about width measurements, followed by a section on length measurements. Lindsey goes through each measurement, one by one, and explains how slight variations can change the fit and overall style of a garment.<br />
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Focus on Tops and Sweaters</h2>
<a href="https://thelindseylife.com/body-basics/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Body Basics </a>focuses on the upper body, for tops and sweaters. It does not include sections for pants or skirts, but many of the same principles discussed throughout the book can be applied to those measurements as well.<br />
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Were you able to attend the fashion show at the <a href="https://www.crochet.org/page/CL18Conference" target="_blank">CGOA Chain Link Conference</a> last week? We had a very full show this year, with 58 items!<br />
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Below is a list of all the items that were displayed at this year's fashion show. If a pattern or more information about an item is available online, I have added a link to that information.<br />
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Many of these patterns are not yet available but will be soon. If you know of any other links that become available or are not included here, please leave a comment and I will add them in.<br />
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Special thanks to <a href="https://www.redheart.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Red Heart</a> for sponsoring this year's fashion show again, and for all the fabulous prizes. Tamara Kelly and Marly Bird, both with Red Heart, were our MCs.<br />
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I'd also like to thank all the amazing crocheters who submitted projects, and all the volunteers who made the show possible. The models are listed in the line up below, and our other volunteers were:<br />
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<li><b>Photographer:</b> Bonnie Barker and</li>
<li><b>Garment Manager (and emergency model):</b> Laurinda Reddig</li>
<li><b>Door Monitor:</b> Christine Bitner</li>
<li><b>Timekeepers:</b> Lauren Venettozzi, Julie Marz, and Candace Pisterzi</li>
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2019 CGOA Fashion Show Lineup:</h2>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Coral Ranuculus Vest</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Gwen Buttke McGannon</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Gwen Buttke McGannon</td>
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<td><a href="https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/trade-winds-shrug" target="_blank">Trade Winds Shrug</a></td><td>Marette Whitney</td>
<td>Marette Whitney</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Pineapples on Parade</td><td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Tammy Hildebrand</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Willow Hildebrand</td>
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<td>Palm Beach Poncho</td><td>Joan A. Davis</td>
<td>Julie Desjardins</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Sand Dunes Drift Away Wrap</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Sarah Sullivan</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Sarah Sullivan</td>
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<td><a href="https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/rhythm-of-shells-cowl" target="_blank">Rhythm of Shells Cowl</a></td>
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<td>Creusa Gilmore</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Shari White</td>
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<td><a href="https://www.thepurpleponcho.com/seaglass-tank-top/" target="_blank">Seaglass Tank Top</a></td>
<td>Carolyn Calderon</td>
<td>Kristin Lynn, Lyndall Reeve, Sara Huntington</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Susan Sullivan</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Susan Sullivan</td>
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<td style="border-bottom: 1px solid #cccccc;">Allison Herron</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Deborah Hamsho</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Shari White</td>
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<td><a href="https://mamas2hands.com/2019/05/21/floating-diamonds-shawlette/" target="_blank">Floating Diamonds Shawlette</a></td>
<td>Andee Graves</td><td>Amy Daraghy </td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Susan Lowman </td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Marette Whitney</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Marette Whitney</td>
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<td>Barbara Hynes </td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Susan Walsh</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Susan Walsh</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Creusa Gilmore</td>
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<td>Shari White</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Dela Wilkins</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Dela Wilkins</td>
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<td>Marette Whitney</td>
<td>Marette Whitney</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Red Hot Little Mama</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Tammy Hildebrand</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Willow Hildebrand</td>
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<td style="padding-right: 8px;"><a href="https://joyofmotioncrochet.com/filet-cabled-cardigan-free-crochet-pattern/" target="_blank">Filet Cabled Cardigan</a></td>
<td>Amanda Saladin</td>
<td>Amanda Saladin</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Doilies Refashioned</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Various / Cari Clement</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Gwen Buttke McGannon</td>
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<td>Sue Perez</td>
<td>Sue Perez</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Lattice Poncho </td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Dixie Fairies</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Dixie Fairies</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">B.J. Licko-Keel</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Julie Desjardins, Amy Daraghy </td>
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<td>Susan Lowman</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Deborah Day</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Deborah Day</td>
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<td>Dela Wilkins</td>
<td>Dela Wilkins</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Pattie Aaron</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Regina Venettozzi</td>
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<td>Sandy Walker</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Pamela MacManus</td>
<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Pamela MacManus</td>
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<td>Yvette Jiggetts</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8; border-bottom: 1px solid #cccccc;">Laurinda Reddig</td>
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<td style="background-color: #f8f8f8;">Julie Desjardins</td>
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<i>(Design Competition Winner)</i></td><td style="background-color: #f8f8f8; border-bottom: 1px solid #cccccc;">Nancy Nehring</td>
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Author: <a href="https://www.ravelry.com/designers/salena-baca" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Salena Baca</a>, with <a href="https://www.ravelry.com/designers/danyel-pink" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Danyel Pink</a> and <a href="https://www.ravelry.com/designers/emily-truman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Emily Truman</a><br />
MSRP: $24.95 USD<br />
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Book review by Pia Thadani - <a href="https://stitchesnscraps.com/">Stitches n Scraps</a><br />
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<i>I received a free review copy of <a href="http://www.stackpolebooks.com/book/9780811737081" target="_blank">Crochet in a Day</a></i><i> from <a href="http://www.stackpolebooks.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stackpole Books</a>. Although I accept free products for review, I do not guarantee a positive review. My reviews are based entirely on my honest opinions. All images of copyrighted material are used with permission.</i><br />
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Do you like crochet projects that work up quickly? Get your quick crochet fix from <a href="http://www.stackpolebooks.com/book/9780811737081" target="_blank">Crochet in a Day</a>!<br />
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Salena Baca is the author of <a href="http://cgoanow.blogspot.com/2017/11/book-review-my-crocheted-closet.html" target="_blank">My Crocheted Closet</a>, which I had reviewed some time ago. In Crochet in a Day, she joins forces with two other talented designers, Danyel Pink, and Emily Truman, to bring you a whopping 42 projects. All of the projects are designed to work up in a day or less.<br />
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One of my favorite designs in the book is this Dreamy Poncho. It's a simple pattern that really does work up quickly, but looks so lovely, lacy and elegant that it looks like it took forever.<br />
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Bring the great outdoors inside with these Wildlife Cable Afghans! I love the modular, "choose your adventure" concept of this book.<br />
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First, pick the animal you want. There are patterns for a bear, moose, wolf, and deer. Each of the animals has a colorwork chart for the main section of the afghan. Finish off the section with a decorative, crossed stitch border.<br />
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Next, choose your sides and corners. With 4 of each, you can create a truly unique look. These trim pieces are where the cables really shine, adding loads of texture. Make all 4 sides the same, or all different, it's entirely up to you!<br />
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Add some fun to your summer wardrobe with these <a href="https://www.leisurearts.com/super-simple-summer-tops.html" target="_blank">Super Simple Summer Tops</a>! This must-have booklet has 6 fast and easy patterns in lighter weight or cotton yarns. Each of the tops comes in 6 sizes, from small all the way up to 3X!<br />
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Of course the designs themselves are absolutely lovely, and easy to wear. My favorite top in the book is Enchanting Empire. I just love the funky belt, with tails flowing down the back.<br />
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It may not seem like it, but spring really is coming. With it comes the need for lovely, lacy crochet tops and accessories.<br />
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The book is not all shawls and wraps, though there are plenty of those. There are also sweaters, vests, scarves, and more. There's even the beautiful Cyndi Floral Lace Skirt. Paired with leggings, it could easily go from workday wear to an evening out.<br />
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Delicate lacework often brings to mind lace doilies and other classic pieces. This book takes lace in a much more contemporary direction, with fun and fresh designs like this Ziggy Vest. I love the way it folds to drape over the shoulders.<br />
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Keep warm through the winter with these Crocheted Hoods and Cowls! From adorable critters hoods for kids to stylish adult accessories, there's something in this book for everyone!<br />
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The patterns that caught my eye first were the hoods for kids. There are 7 different animals, including a kitty and a giraffe, and even a dinosaur. I think the dinosaur could be a dragon too - what do you think?<br />
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For adults, there are 20 beautiful patterns featuring rich textures, from subtle to bold and chunky. The book says these are intended for women, but most of them seem pretty gender neutral to me. For example, I could see a guy looking handsome in this Linen Stitch Hood.<br />
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Among the patterns are hoods, hooded cowls, and hooded scarves. Hooded scarves are my favorite because they can be worn in different ways. If I'm really cold, I like to tie the scarf ends and shove them down into my jacket for an extra layer of warmth. <br />
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If it's just a bit chilly, I'll let the ends hang free. This herringbone hooded scarf would be perfect for that, and they made it even better by adding pockets!<br />
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Before the patterns begin, there are several pages of techniques with lots of useful pictures to help you with your creations. The patterns are written in US and UK terms. All patterns include a supply list which includes the yarn suggested. Of course, you can use another yarn or other colors if you choose, just remember if your gauge is different than the size will be different.<br />
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Each pattern includes color photos and a fun little bio about the critter you are about to create. The patterns are well written; between that and the techniques at the beginning of the book, even a beginner crocheter should be able to crochet these cuties.<br />
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For many of us, cold weather is just around the corner, which means it's time for some new hats! <a href="http://www.stackpolebooks.com/book/9780811717960" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Crocheted Beanies & Slouchy Hats</a> has you covered. With a wide variety of styles to suit every taste, you may want to make a bunch for holiday gifting too!<br />
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There are three basic styles of hats in the book - the classic, close fitting beanie, the round and wide slouchy hat, and the long and droopy slouchy beanie.<br />
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If open and lacy is what you like, try the Diamonds Slouchy Hat on the cover, or the Seashell Slouchy Hat above. Need something quick and simple? The Ziggy Beanie may be the one you're looking for.<br />
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Solid is more my style, and there are plenty to choose from. One of my favorites (though how can you just pick one?) is the Stained Glass Slouchy Beanie with it's layered colorwork.<br />
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I particularly love that these designs play with different stitches and construction methods. Each hat is unique and gives you a chance to learn something new. Some are worked top down, some are worked bottom up, and there's even one that's worked sideways!<br />
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<li><a href="https://stitchesnscraps.com/free-pattern-its-fall-yall-shawl/" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>It’s Fall Y’all Shawl</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, free crochet pattern by Stitches n Scraps: </b>This cozy, triangular shawl uses a self-striping yarn to make the colorwork easy.</span></li>
<li><a href="https://pattern-paradise.com/2018/09/09/free-crochet-pattern-fatima-poncho/" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Fatima Poncho</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, free crochet pattern by Pattern Paradise: </b>This knit-look, textured poncho features a collar.</span></li>
<li><a href="https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cabled-clutch-2" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Cabled Clutch</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, premium crochet pattern by Underground Crafter for KnitCrate: </b>This clutch features twisted cables and an asymmetrical picot closure.</span></li>
<li><a href="https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/aran-sampler-scarf-2" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Aran Sampler Scarf</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, premium crochet pattern by Bonnie Bay Crochet: </b>This sampler features 10 Aran/Celtic crochet stitches with video tutorials.</span></li>
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<li><a href="https://www.e-patternscentral.com/detail.html?prod_id=15341" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Classy Guy Scarf</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, premium crochet pattern by Randy Cavaliere for Annie’s: </b>This plaid scarf features long fringes.</span></li>
<li><a href="https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/everyday-cardigan-14" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Everyday Cardigan</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, premium pattern by A Crocheted Simplicity: </b>This classic cardigan with an oversized fit is available in 8 sizes from XS to 4X.</span></li>
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<li><a href="https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/hitch-a-ride-scarf" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Hitch a Ride Scarf</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, premium crochet pattern by The Crochet Architect: </b>This asymmetrical scarf makes a great one-skein project.</span></li>
<li><a href="https://oombawkadesigncrochet.com/2017/10/autumn-breeze-scarf.html" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Autumn Breeze Scarf</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, free crochet pattern by Oombawka Design: </b>Use buttons to create multiple styling options for this simple scarf pattern.</span></li>
<li><a href="https://furlscrochet.com/blogs/crochet-tutorials/free-crochet-pullover-sweater" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Timber V Back Pullover</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, free crochet pattern by Cre8tion Crochet for Furls: </b>This form fitting sweater is available in 8 sizes and is being released in 3 parts throughout September, 2018.</span></li>
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<li><a href="https://www.samedinamicscrochet.com/blues-brass-bandana-cowl-free-crochet-pattern/" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Blues and Brass Bandana Cowl</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, free crochet pattern by Same DiNamics Crochet: </b>This buttoned bandana cowl pattern is available in 3 sizes from X/S to 1X-5X.</span></li>
<li><a href="https://www.anniescatalog.com/detail.html?prod_id=145603&cat_id=468" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Wandering Tunic</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>, premium crochet pattern by Tammy Hildebrand for Annie’s: </b>This tunic is available in 4 sizes from S/M to 3XL. The pattern is available as a digital download or print-to-order.</span></li>
<li><a href="https://jessieathome.com/chrissy-neck-warmer/" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Chrissy Neckwarmer</b></span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b> (pictured), free crochet pattern by Jessie At Home: </b>This beaded neckwarmer coordinates with the free crochet pattern for the </span><a href="https://jessieathome.com/chrissy-hat/" style="text-decoration-line: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Chrissy Hat</span></a><span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: 12pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></li>
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Marie Segares has been an authority on the business of crochet for years. Her Creative Yarn Entrepreneur site and podcast have helped many designers start or grow their business, including me. So I'm very excited to review her new book: <a href="https://creativeyarnentrepreneur.com/design-it-promote-it-sell-it/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Design It, Promote It, Sell It - Online Marketing for your Crochet and Knit Patterns.</a><br />
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Not just for designers!</h2>
This book is invaluable for anyone who wants to knit or crochet as a business. If that's not you, it's still an intriguing look into the business behind the patterns you enjoy! It's also a great introduction to online marketing for any kind of business.<br />
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Timely and timeless</h2>
The book does go into specific social media platforms and marketing strategies, which can change over time. Most of the book, however, discusses more timeless marketing concepts. It is divided into 5 sections that take you from a broad-strokes, crash course in marketing to specific action items and resources.<br />
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Work through defining your business and audience, developing a marketing strategy, evaluating your results, and focusing your efforts where they are the most rewarding. Learn about marketing on Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube, and other social media platforms.<br />
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Find new tools to add value and encourage interaction with your customers. Explore some common pitfalls, and find a balance between marketing efforts and all the other aspects of your business.<br />
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A marketing expert</h2>
Marie is not only a talented designer herself, but also has a strong marketing background which really shows through. <a href="https://stitchesnscraps.com/design-it-promote-it-sell-it-author-interview-with-marie-segares/" target="_blank">Read this author interview</a> for more information about her, and the journey that brought her to write this book.<br />
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Design It, Promote It, Sell It comes in 3 editions.</div>
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<li><a href="https://gumroad.com/l/designit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The PDF ebook</a> is 69 pages, including printable worksheets and checklists. </li>
<li>The paperback edition is coming soon, and will include the same worksheets and checklists</li>
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The Craft Yarn Council's fall campaign is here! "Humans That Yarn" features six unique people who all craft with yarn and their stories reflect the variety of people who identify as yarnists. They'll also highlight several other people in the yarn community who have unique stories that you will be able to relate to.</div>
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So, if you're a "yarnist" (yarn artist), be on the lookout for conversation about yarn crafts of all types this fall. You'll find inspiration and ideas, teaching tips, free patterns, project ideas, giveaways, ad so much more. Make sure you check out CYCA's social media pages (see links below). And make sure you tag your posts with #humansthatyarn and #yarnist.<br />
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<a href="https://www.instagram.com/craftyarncouncil/" target="_blank">CYC on Instagram</a><br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/craftyarncouncil/" target="_blank">CYC on Facebook</a><br />
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