Crochet - Handmade Style
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Autumn / Winter 2012-2013 Crochet Fashion Trends
Crochet collars are featuring in the fashion chains this season. Put your crochet skills to good use and keep your look bang up to date by making your own crochet collars. There's a lovely free crochet pattern for a collar and matching cuffs by Susan Crawford & Catherine Wilson
You can also pick up on the feminine spirit of this season's fashions by making crochet jewellery. The Kataya choker is a lovely elegant crochet design from Dawning Dreams.
Latest Crochet Goodies
Uncommon Crochet by Julie Armstrong Holetz
Twenty-Five Projects Made from Natural Yarns and Alternative Fibers.
This is a lovely collection of patterns. I especially like the bag patterns including the patchwork bag and the felted Hong Kong bag.
Getting the right yarn for a project is a make or break decision. This book plays to the strengths of different fibers such as sisal and hemp.
Paperback and Kindle editions are available. Click here to find out more and to buy your copy.
Rowan Kidsilk Haze Glamour
A real little bit of luxury. Super kid mohair and silk sprinkled with sequins.
8 soft, muted shades ideal for winter luxuries.
Recommended hook size: 3mm-5mm.
162 metres ( 177 yards) per 25g ball.
Hand wash only.