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Saturday, October 15, 2011

The Crochet Bug

I have seriously been bitten! 

I keep seeing all of these amazing crochet projects and am dying to try it! My mom taught me just a little, but I have no idea how to read a pattern or what most of the stitches are called. Is stitches even the right word?

Here are a few of the fun things I would love to make:

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Don't you love those colors?

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So cozy. Supposedly a beginner's pattern. 

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I love this stitch. And the color.... Don't think this is for a beginner though.

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I love this combination of crochet and fabric. Excellent for baby snuggling!

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Don't even get me started on this cuteness!

But, you know that saying about too much of a good thing.....

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I think they need an intervention.
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21 comments:

  1. Heather D.October 15, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    Too much of a good thing indeed! That pic is hilarious.

    I had the crochet bug once, but I taught myself and I'm not sure that I ever had it totally right.

    That first photo in your post is gorgeous!

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  2. AnonymousOctober 15, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    If I lived closer I would definately teach you. Never met a pattern I couldn't make!

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  3. KatieOctober 15, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    I love to crochet! (And yes, stitches is the right word.) I made a similar cowl from a pattern on a skein of Lion Brand's Wool Ease. It was a really quick project.

    I learned how to do it from watching videos online and also picked up The Happy Hooker from Debbie Stoller. If I lived nearby I would gladly help you out. :)

    Good luck and definately give it a shot!

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  4. Victoria Paige @ Boutique UniquelyOctober 15, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    I tried to teach myself to crochet and I gave up very quickly. I hope you have more luck than I did and if you do, point me in the right direction so I can learn too!!

    All the stuff you've picked is great!

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  5. EmmaOctober 16, 2011 at 12:04 AM

    That hat makes me want to pick up crochet again. (And have a few kids so someone other than me would wear it. :)

    If I was closer, I'd teach you! There are a few good videos on the web if you can't shake the bug...

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  6. Katie BOctober 16, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    Have you seen the crochet lessons on The Crafty Minx? She's halfway through a month of crochet school.

    http://craftyminx.typepad.com/craftyminx/

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  7. TheAccidentalCrafterOctober 16, 2011 at 2:03 AM

    I don't crochet but I saw somewhere on the web of a beautiful pink and grey afghan and thought just maybe I could learn. Now if only I could find that picture again. It was beautiful.

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  8. Kelli Fannin QuiltsOctober 16, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    Ooh, I love the fabric and crochet mix too. So adorable for a baby blanket. And those mouse ears on that hat.. that is priceless. So cute.

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  9. CatherineOctober 16, 2011 at 2:56 AM

    out of all the crafts there are, crochet is one of the ones I have never tried!

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  10. Mrs Flying Blind...October 16, 2011 at 3:05 AM

    Oh I tried and failed a while ago, I would love to have this as a skill!
    Every house needs a crocheted lampshade or 2!

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  11. Janine @ Rainbow HareOctober 16, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    Lovely pictures. I'm sure you could learn if you want to. You are so creative, I think you would pick it up quickly :)

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  12. Lucy | Charm About YouOctober 16, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    Hahahahahahaha! someone vomited crochet!! Way too much for my liking. I have some lovely crochet blankets my nan made - 3 so far!! She taught me how to do it although I can't really remember much, I may get her to show me again, although that picture might have just put me off!

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  13. AnnabellaOctober 16, 2011 at 5:23 AM

    Lovely post Toni - love the mouse ears. Soooo cute. I can`t crochet and don`t think I ever will but I would love to see what you come up with.

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  14. Katy CameronOctober 16, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Oh, I'm so glad I'm allergic to wool, so can't get hooked on this too lol Have fun!

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  15. Sana SarotiOctober 16, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Oh Toni, I just went to the link below the mouse hat pic and (me squealing) sooooooooooooooooo cute. Just makes me want to learn crocheting again. The last thing I made was pot holders in 4th grade.

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  16. BrigitteOctober 16, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Good, that my time budged doesn't allow me to dive in new crafting adventures...

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  17. Creative DesignOctober 16, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Toni, thank yo so much for featuring my Crocheted Reversible Blanket on your blog! The very easy pattern is available to all interested! Super simple and no sewing machine required!

    On a personal note, I lived in DesMoines to 6 glorious years and also in Memphis! Now living out my life with husband and college age daughter in Omaha, Ne.

    Best,
    Sheila

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  18. AlOctober 16, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Oh goodness, if you do end up trying and having any luck then let me know. I can crochet knots. That's about it ;)

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  19. KristyLouOctober 16, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    You have just inspired to pull out all of my crochet stuff. Thanks. I am going to try that scalloped scarf. And to think I was contemplating getting rid of my needles and yarn ;)

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  20. Archie The Wonder DogOctober 17, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    Love the photos and I love crocheting - it's so addictive! Good luck with it!

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  21. ColletteOctober 20, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Oh love that last photo!!! That would be my house with quilted items if I could afford all the fabric!! Excellent. Collette x

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