Crochet book from Walmart

There are many crochet tutorial on Youtube.  But I like to broaden my horizon.  I will invest on books also.  Just like this new crochet book I picked up at Walmart for about $5.00  The cover states 86 stitches, and I wanted a new look for my crochet halter tops, and after browsing it quickly inside Walmart, I decided to purchase it and give it a try.  Check out what I learned so far.

I followed the pattern for the fancy fan and used as edging for this halter top and I love it.  Let me know what you guys think.  and leave me a comment below.  

Tips for crocheting a solid granny squares

You've seen them online, those beautiful bursting with colors granny squares.  They are simple to crochet and can be connected to make varieties of things, from purses, jackets, halter tops, scarf, you name, it can be done with granny squares.  And don't we just love those multiple colors.  But while I'm  a huge fan of granny squares, the finishing touches are never my cup of tea.  Don't you just have weaving those ends.  Well... here's a video tutorial for crocheting granny squares.  

Enjoy

Crochet Hook Organizer

A couple of years ago, I crocheted this cell phone cozy using 100% USA cotton.  I love how this piece stood the test of time.  It has been used for  it's intended purpose as a cell phone cozy but also kept my other gadgets safe, such as my portable hardrive and digital cameras.  But I found another great use for it.  Its new mission is now my crochet hook organizer and it's perfect for it.

I am really impressed with this cotton yarn.  

It kept its shape and it still looks new after all this time.

I'm gonna have to stock more cotton yarn.

First time I Sharpie my mug

It had to be done.  It's been on my creative list for the longest.  and last night my mug beg me to Sharpie it.  and here it is.

Tips from the pros:

1. Use a cheap mug from the dollar stores like Dollar Tree, because they have less glaze for their coating.
2. It's good to go over your artwork
3. Bake in the oven with 200-250 degree for a few minutes

I'm gonna have to go shopping for a set of Sharpies and more mugs, definitely more mugs :)