Crochet Edge for finishing hooked rugs

After seeing my rugs, many people want to learn how to finish their hooked rugs with a crochet edge. So I am updating my photo tutorial for my blog readers today.

Announcing Flow Blue

I have just listed a new PDF instant downloadable pattern set called Flow Blue. I also have the wool available.

Some highlights from the past

You may have noticed that I have added a new page above in my menu strip called “Best Posts”. On this new page I have links to what I consider to be some of the best

Colors imitate tea

One thing that I have learned about color, is that it is much like drinking tea. I used to think that I didn’t like camomile tea or green tea as they were too strong and astringent for my tastes. And …

blending colorful fiber with carders

I am enjoying a colorful day of blending wool fibers for a crochet project.

happy endings and new beginnings

I wanted to share with you the crochet purse that I was working on a few posts back. I am so happy with how it came out, it surprised me. I came up with an idea for finishing it which raised it from being a humble bag to a special one. And to celebrate the completion of a project, I bought some new yarn to help plan another. I love getting packages in the mail! Especially when they are fiber!

Spinning with the summer sun

Sometimes when the weather is perfect, friends gather for a garden party. Today we spinners are meeting at Lu’s garden. It is such an inspiring place, full of flowers and vegetables and bunnies. Breathe deeply and take in the aroma of the Corsican mint beneath your feet. Small wonders and simple pleasures are on today’s menu.

Red and green daydream

Many times as I am creating, color mesmerizes me, and I get locked into a color daydream.

simple is satisfying

I love to use up supplies. And I am crocheting this flat bag with the last of my scraps of cotton and linen yarns. After crocheting a few big bags I needed a little bag to put inside it. A simple project like this one is great for filling in those vacant bits of time that might go to waste. I guess some projects feel like I am making something out of nothing. I love that!

This and that around the studio

Making my studio space organized and cozy has been keeping me busy lately. I have been rearranging my stuff, making some eye appeal.