For the last few weeks, Nana has been making her first Amigurumi project and found it easier than I thought.
Don’t let the words Amigurumi scare you. If you can crochet in a spiral, you can crochet Amigurumi.
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INTRODUCTION TO QUILTING – PART 2 TERMINOLOGY
This is the second of a ten part series which will teach you the basics of quilting from choosing fabric to displaying the finished product and everything in between. It is meant to help make that special quilt even more fantastic.
As you begin to quilt, you will come across different quilting terminology that may sound to you like a strange language! This part will familiarize you with some of the basic terms and slang that you will encounter throughout your quilting experience.
Read moreTEN QUILTS MEN WILL LOVE
I know that Father’s Day is still some time away, but us quilters are way ahead of the game! To make our quilts for men we need to order fabric, sew that top, quilt the quilt and add the binding. Not an easy task.
The first step to starting a quilt is to find a pattern and fabric that you will love. Nana found ten ideas that ought to please any man you make it for!
Read moreLast Minute Quilt – Using "Cheater" Quilt Fabric
“Hey Mom! Can you make a quilt with trucks on it for Sawyer?”
“Dear Daughter – Do you want a crib size or twin size?”.
“Make it a twin, he can use it when he grows into a big bed”
Why is it when you lovely daughters ask for things, you go out of your way to make them? Here is my latest adventure.
Read moreINTRODUCTION TO QUILTING PART 1 – SUPPLIES
QUILTING SUPPLIES
This is the first of a ten part series designed to teach you the basics of quilting from choosing fabric to displaying the finished product and everything in between. It is meant to help make that special quilt even more fantastic.
Before you can begin to quilt, you are going to need some basic quilting supplies. In Part One, we will discuss some of the essential tools required to start quilting.
Read moreWHAT’S NICARAGUA MAKING?
Most of you know that Nana winters in Costa Rica. Every 90 days, however, foreign expats are required to leave Costa Rica. Most of us choose to take a 2 to 3 day “time-out” in Nicaragua. This weekend, my dear husband and I took a mini-vacation to Granada.
Granada is a wonderful city full of restaurants, nightlife, culture, and many sights to see!! Handicrafts are one of the most important industries of Nicaragua and the variety of products is extensive. Check them out……
Read moreHow to Substitute Yarn
You have found a wonderful pattern, but can’t find the recommended yarn. What can you do? Can you substitute? Absolutely!! Find out how to substitute yarn in that gorgeous pattern.
Most patterns are written for a specific yarn and you will get the best results by using that recommended brand, however, you can easily substitute the yarn with another. Here are a few hints and tips for finding your best match.
Read moreTen Things to Crochet for Your Wedding
Having a summer wedding? Start now to crochet all those pretty, lacy things to celebrate your wedding in style.
From dresses to decor, crochet will add a touch of romantic to your wedding day. Nana has composed a list of 10 stunning items to make your day special!
Read moreJanuary is National Hobby Month
National Hobby Month was created to to encourage people to try new hobbies. January is the perfect month to take up a new hobby and learn something new. New year, new you!
What hobby would you like to try??
Read moreNEW PROJECT IDEAS FOR 2020
As 2019 draws to a close, we look toward January. At times, January can be an unpleasant time because the holiday season is over, spring is a ways off, the weather is cold and the only movies are lousy. Cure the January blues with some brand new projects.
In the new year, as people in cold climates spend more time indoors, they get inspired to try new hobbies. This website has posts the provide a few helpful hints to help you learn. And this post is here to offer some suggestions as to are where to find those new projects.
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