Here is another baby bonnet I made for a new little one at church. Learn how to crochet with our DVD. So how ’bout it? Do you have a project you are working or want to work on? Let’s share some inspiration! Fiber art is anything that includes stitching, weaving, quilting, sewing
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I've been working on some crocheted dishcloths that I am bartering for some heirloom seeds with a friend.  Have you ever bartered handmade goods? Fiber art is anything that includes stitching, weaving, quilting, sewing, rug making, crocheting, knitting, spinning, etc… Each Monday we can s
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I love unique stockings, they are a great way to package gifts (think homemade candies, cookies, fudge)Â to give and they can be made very frugally. I've crocheted each of our children a stocking that have been used every year. Â I love these that have been made from sweaters! Â Â Â Â
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I'm still working on scarfs here for Christmas gifts. One thing I love about the weather getting colder and the day light hours being shorter is that I spend more time crocheting. :o) I kick back in the recliner, usually with a hot rice pack on my feet, a quilt on my lap and yarn in my hands and the
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Scarves are great gifts to give for winter birthdays or for Christmas. I'm working on a few for gifts. I started this one last week using this pattern. Scarves are a great way to Give Generously without Breaking the Bank. Here are some other patterns I really like (pictures are
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This is our County Fair week. I entered this baby hat. I made it up as I went, I think I need to make another one and write down the instructions. To be honest, it is more difficult to write the instructions than it is to just make it. I love fair time! It really motivates all of us to create (
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As soon as I saw this I knew I needed to make one. Wouldn't it be neat if it were made with tarn (t-shirt yarn)? Not only does this make carrying your dish easier, but it will help keep it warm. Love it! These would make great gifts! Get the instructions HERE! I didn't work on an
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I love getting an idea in my head, or even seeing someone else's projects and thinking how I could make a bit different so that it reflects me. The great thing about learning how to sew, quilt, paint, crochet, play a musical instrument, etc... is that you can take the foundational skills and make th
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I've started on a project for a bridal shower gift, hopefully I'll have it done in a couple of weeks. I can't wait to see what all of you are working on, you motivate me so much! How yarn is made in factories: Fiber art is anything that includes stitching, weaving, quilting, sewing,
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Here is a baby bonnet I did last week. Because I've made a few of these in the past I was able to 'make it up as I went' and not use a pattern. It took me about 2 -3 hours total and probably only cost about 25-50 cents to make. I love working with thread, I'd rather work with thread than y
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Saturday night I put my laptop aside and pulled out some yarn and a hook. I made this baby hat, not for a particular baby, but just to play around with a pattern. I have several baby showers coming up and I'm trying to find a good hat/booties pattern I like. I'm not real crazy about this pattern,
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Don't throw those old used, stained t-shirts away! You can make all kinds of things from them once you cut them into strips and crochet them. These dishcloths are very durable! Starting at the bottom of a t-shirt start cutting a strip about 1/4"-1/2" wide; spiral upward to make one long strip.
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While sitting at the dentist office for a couple hours I managed to work up these two dishcloths with some cotton yarn. They are made with half double crochets. You can learn how to make crocheted dishcloths with our Learn How to Crochet DVD. I put these in a basket along w
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We will be dedicating Mondays to the fiber arts. Fiber art is anything such as stitching, weaving, quilting, sewing, rug making, crocheting, knitting, spinning, etc... Each Monday we can share ideas, patterns, finished projects and ask questions about fiber arts in the comment section. You can a
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Had a surprise visitor today, my SWEET and very funny niece stopped in, she wanted to learn how to crochet, so we had a quick lesson. Sent her home with a bag of goodies including my Learn How to Crochet DVD. :) Looking forward to a crocheted Christmas gift this year! Visitors welcome an
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Several years ago I saw a tote bag that was crocheted with plastic bags, it was SO COOL! My first thought was that it would be perfect for a beach bag because it could withstand getting wet and just shake it out if it got sand in it. It's one of those projects that I keep saying I'm going to do, a
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We've changed our gifts baskets to gift bags in our store. When you buy a gift bag it will include the main tools you will need to get started on a new skill. Cake Decorating Gift Bag This bag comes with the basic tools you’ll need to start decorating, with the exception of the pan and
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I can't wait to make some of these finger puppets for my little friends! Go HERE for the instructions.
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Angela posted a picture of her first afghan after watching our Crochet DVD." "She (Kathy) takes you step by step through the different stitches. The camera is filming from over Kathy's shoulder so you can see exactly what her hands are doing. The best thing is that you can stop the DVD to p
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When you know how to crochet you can give heirloom items that actually cost very little to make. I made these bonnets for our favorite twins for their baptism. You never regret learning how to make something. Learn How to Crochet
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This is a great interview with a very talented 11 year old! Because handiwork is one of my passions in life I could easily make this a VERY LONG post!!! But I will refrain for the time being and let you meet Brianna, a girl that is using her youth in a way that is productive and purposeful!! My comm
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Finished a stack of crocheted dishcloths to have on hand for our online shop and for gifts. They are 100% cotton. These were all made in about 2 weeks while watching a movie or visiting. I enjoy keeping my hands busy. Learn How to Crochet DVD &nb
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A Review from 5 Kids, My Husband and Me I actually got to sit yesterday and watch the new video I ordered from Kathy Brodock. Learn to crochet. It's really good!! I have already made a dish cloth! I just love it! I won't be wasting any time ordering the cake decorating video e
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You can make really nice receiving blankets for just a couple dollars. I found this fabric on clearance at Hobby Lobby (my FAVORITE store), although the clearance price wasn't as cheap as I wanted it, but I just LOVED the fabric, so I bought a couple of yards! We have FIVE babies due at our
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Another fillet name finished and shipped this week! $10 base rate, plus $5 per letter; free shipping in the US. I'm always willing to barter. :o) ~~~ These are made with basic crochet stitches and cotton thread. Learn How to Crochet
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Last night we met for our monthly meeting where we work on some sort of handiwork that will be given to the needy. We are finishing up our shawls and lap blankets to be given to the elderly. Some are beginners, some are more advanced. Mothers and Daughters The little ones enjoyed rolling
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We have recently started a group of girls and moms that would like to crochet or knit to give to the needy. This is a perfect ministry for the women, especially for those that have several children and find it hard to get out and participate in other outreach projects.
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We are blessed to have LOTS of babies in our circle of friends. I am always looking for ideas for gifts to make and give that are nice, yet not extremely time consuming. These receiving blankets are easy to do, and can be really cute! You could make several in a day or two to have on hand for gift
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Have you ever wondered why the pineapple is a common symbol in architecture, furniture, textiles and in food displays? The pineapple originated centuries ago in South America. Christopher Columbus discovered the pineapple in Guadeloupe in 1493 and took it back to Europe with him. Ame
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I understand the struggle for time to learn a new skill and then finding time to improve on it, but it really is important that we make this a part of our life, especially while our children are young, because us Moms know how much harder it is to learn once we have a husband, home, and children. I
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We were made in God's image. He created us to glorify Him and one why we do that is by creating with our hands. Creating things with our hands can range from skyscrapers to a pair of crocheted booties. The extravagance of the creation is not what is most important, but the fact that we are being
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Our family's choice:
“It’s absurd and anti-life to be part of a system that compels you to sit in confinement with people of exactly the same age and social class.
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