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Learn to Crochet Part 8 – Shell Stitch

If you want to learn to crochet, join us in making this cozy Afghan.  Each month, beginning in February, you will learn how to crochet three different blocks.  After 10 months (in November, you will have 30 different blocks in total that we will learn to stitch together in December to make a wonderful lap-sized afghan perfect for Christmas gift giving, although, you may be tempted to keep this for yourself to use for snuggling on the couch.

Our crochet along is finished, but you can start anytime and work at your own pace.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

This is the eighth part of the twelve-month series.   Refer to Part 1 for links to all seven of the past posts.

Let’s start crocheting!

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Winnie’s Picks Paint by Numbers – A review

Some of you who know me well, know that I don’t just quilt, sew and crochet.   I also dabble with paint.  I started with some decorative paint, painting trays, then stools, some garden items.  And lately, began chalk painting some furniture.  During the winter months, when I have no sewing machine, I have done some canvas painting. 

So when I was approached to review an adult paint by numbers, I accepted the challenge.  Winnie’s Picks sent me a free sample of their product in return for an honest review.  Please note that other than the paint by number kit, I did not receive any compensation from Winnie’s Picks.  So here it is – my thoughts on this paint by number kit.

Don’t stop reading!! There is a great surprise at the end of this post!!

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More about Nana-She loves to Quilt Crochet and…

NANA PAINTS!!

For those who have been following me, you know that Nana sews, quilts and crochets but my close friends know that I have another passion! – NANA PAINTS.

Today, as my regular weekly post, I have shared some of my past experience with paints because on SATURDAY, I will be posting I have an exciting surprise. Yes, it has something to do with painting and here is a HINT – It includes a GIVEAWAY! CLICK HERE to find out more!!

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How to Crochet a Magic Ring

How to crochet a magic ring featured image. Picture depicts finished ring

Magic rings are one of the most useful techniques to learn for crocheting in the round. Once you know how to crochet a magic ring, I am sure you will be using them all the time.

Many patterns ask you to chain two to four stitches, create a loop and then work the first round in that loop. Most times, this loop creates a large hole in the center of your round. But, a magic ring creates a center that is tightly closed.

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SEWING FOR CHARITY – PART 4

Making 20 Dresses for Charity

For the past month, I have been busy sewing dresses for charity – 20 dresses to be exact.  Find out how this all started in Part One – Sewing for Charity. 

I finally finished the 20 dresses and they all turned out so cute, it is hard to choose a favorite.  And I had loads of fun decorating them to make each one unique.

In Part 4 of this series, not only do you get to see the dresses, I am including “How-to’s” on decorating the dresses along with the things I learned while making these beauties.

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Learn to Crochet – Part 7 – C2C

If you want to learn to crochet, join us in making this cozy Afghan.  Each month, beginning in February, you will learn how to crochet three different blocks.  After 10 months (in November, you will have 30 different blocks in total that we will learn to stitch together in December to make a wonderful lap-sized afghan perfect for Christmas gift giving, although, you may be tempted to keep this for yourself to use for snuggling on the couch.

Our crochet along is finished, but you can start anytime and work at your own pace.

If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!

This is the seventh part of the twelve-month series.   Refer to Part 1 for links to all six past posts.

Let’s start crocheting!

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Paintbox Yarn and the Midnight Top – a Great Combo

What’s Nana Making utilizes affiliate programs for monetization, which means when you click on links to various products  that I recommend and make a purchase, this can result in a commission that is credited to this site. Please be sure to read our Privacy Policy

I am an affiliate at LoveCrafts but I didn’t feel right promoting something to you that I had never tried. Although they came highly recommended, I felt the need to try their products. Paintbox Yarn is available exclusively from LoveCrafts, therefore, this was the product I wanted to try.

I stumbled across LoveCrochet one day when I found a pattern I loved on their website. In fact, their website offers lots of patterns (free and paid), along with inspiration and how-tos. LoveCrafts is a combination of LoveKnitting and LoveCrochet and was founded by three people who after seeing the makers in their lives struggle to find all their craft inspiration and materials in one place, they decided to change this. They built an online place for crafters to feel inspired, connected, and find every little thing they need.

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Fave Fabrics – Fall of 2019 Fabric Collections

Even though the first day of summer has just gone by, a number of fabric designers have released their fall of 2019 fabric as well as some Christmas collections. As promised, I have rounded up some of my Fave Fall of 2019 Fabric that you may love for your next creations.

If you’re like me, it becomes frustrating to find a fabulous pattern only to find the fabric is no longer available. Get ahead of the crowd by buying the fabric and getting the patterns as soon as they are released.

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Learn to talk CROCHET! A secret language

ALRIGHT HOOKERS – GET OUT THOSE WIP’S AND CHAINS AND FROG IT!!

No, I am not talking dirty filth, I am speaking in Crochet lingo.  If you have no idea what this means, learn to talk Crochet with us, a separate secret language known only to those who love the art of hooking aka crocheting.

For those newbies out there, this post will get you speaking Crochet in no time.  And if you want to Learn to Crochet, join us in the Learn to Crochet series.

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