RUFFLES SCARF

Pull apart,  and crochet along the un-finished edge to the desired length.

WEAR WITH AN OPEN NECKLINE
Basic design.  Decorate with hand stitching or attach a "pin" to it!
Please see directions for "INFANT BIB."

INFANT BIB

BASKET

Close up of top stitch.

HOW:
11.50 mm hook, 1/2 dbl. croc., 3 yarns tied together.
Crochet until it's 20 in. wide x 10 in. long.  The last 4 rows you do were crocheted by hooking on, crc. 4, skip 4 stitches,  hook onto that stitch and , croc. 4, keep doing  this for last 4 rows to get it like shown above.  When you do "turn" stitch, croc. 4, instead of the usual 2.  Fold in half and connect the 2 sides.  Sew up the back with "yarn needle."  Push the inside center down to stand it up.
 You can string yarn around the top, if you want to create a "drawstring" purse.

 

BIBLE VERSES FOR THE LADIES~

She sees that her trading is profitable, and her lamp does not go out at night.  Prov. 31:18

When it snows, she has no fear for her household, for all of them are clothed in scarlet.  Prov. 31:21

In her hand she hold the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.  She opens her arms to the poor.  And extends her hands to the needy.  Prov. 31: 19, 20

She makes coverings for her bed; She is clothed in fine linen and purple.  Prov. 31:22

She speaks with wisdom and faithful instruction is on her tongue.  Prov. 31:26

She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.  Prov. 31:27

She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands.  Prov. 31:13

She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks.  Prov. 31:17

She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings, she plants a vineyard.  Prov. 31:16

She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar.  She gets up while it is still dark, she provides food for her family.  Prov. 31: 14, 15

Her husband has full confidence in her and lacks nothing of value.
Prov. 31:11

She speaks with wisdom and faithful instruction is on her tongue.  Prov. 31:26

"BEAD TRAY" AND KITTY
YOU CAN USE MANY THINGS TO DO YOUR BEAD WORK.  FIRST PICTURE IS A DRAWER  TRAY FOR PENS, ETC,..  MANY OF US USE BEADS IN OUR CROCHET PROJECTS.  I USE PONY BEADS.  SO, I DECIDED TO INCLUDE SOME TIPS ON DIFFERENT WAYS TO KEEP BEADS IN PLACE.  USE THINGS AROUND THE HOUSE!

TUPPERWARE TRAY, OR BEAD OUT OF A CUP.

BEAD OUT OF A PLASTIC BOWL.

SHELF LINER - LAY A PIECE OUT AND DO BEAD WORK ON IT.  IT GRIPS MORE THAN GLASSES!

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 FLOWER FROM MY GARDEN AND GARDEN "VISITOR."

A Good Read for my fellow crochet/knitters!

My Statement on Crochet~
Crocheting has become my friend, my refuge, my fun, and my ministry!

Crocheting and life. Both about beginnings and endings! 

A Few Words about "Crocheting!"

Tennis Elbow from Crocheting?
Don't spend a lot of money on this!  You can get one at a store like, Dollar Tree.
  You won't use it all the time.  So, that' s more money for more yarn!

Page holder/bookmark
Foundation row with skinny hook and yarn.  Make it long enough to wrap around your book, but not too loose (it will stretch!)

DISPLAY STAND~
Make yourself a display to show off your Crochet or jewelry crafts!  Take a square piece of cardboard, lay it out and cut it the shape you need for neck and shoulders.  If it's thin, you'll need to tape a thin piece of cardboard from top to bottom on the back.  This makes it stand up.  I have a candle in front to hold mine upright.

NECKLACE WITH CRYSTAL
Very thin crochet thread, a crystal (this one came from a broken light fixture my Grandfather bought for my Mother), skinniest hook there is!
Foundation row, as long as you want.  Hook crystal on the end (or attach a hook, if needed)
Create memories!

PRINCESS HEADBAND
Items needed; "Twine" eggshell color and blue.  Very thin, often used to string as  a "clothesline."  I found mine at a grocery store for $1.99 each.
skinny hook
1/2 dbl. croc.
Start with eggshell color- Foundation row, 4 more rows (approx. 12 in. long)
Hook on with the blue twine.  (Note: this blue twine has the feel of plastic, which makes it curl up for the top of headband)
Now croc. 4 stitches and hook on to next available loop (stitch), croc. 4 and hook onto next one, and so on. (normally you skip the stitch (loop) that is closest to your hook.  Do this here).  Take a piece of "elastic" that is 6 in. long and sew it onto both ends.
GREAT FOR OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES,  Birthday girls, sick children.

 "NEW" blue and rust INFINITY LOOP SCARF/WHY KNOT? (not)

KNOT IT



Q Hook
thick, bulky yarn
blue, rust shown
Half dbl croc
Loose stitches
  Crochet a Foundation row that is long enough to wrap around your neck and hangs
down to about your waist.
Hook ends together.
Crochet 1 more row the same stitches.
Switch to 2nd color (rust) and add 2 more rows, loose croc.
You can wrap it around your neck twice or knot it, as shown above.