The most traditional way to wear a shawl is to drape it over your shoulders and the back of your neck. The shawl is a versatile and beautiful garment, that can be worn in a multitude of classic and innovative ways.
Shawls can be worn with everything from a fancy dress to blue jeans. Wear it over a tank top, turtleneck, T-shirt or dress. Let’s look at a few ways to wear it………..
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January is a great time to start a new crochet project! Christmas is done and many of us are wondering what to create next. Have you resolved to master some new crochet stitches and techniques in 2024? Want to keep busy with your crochet but need monthly inspiration?
It is not often that I promote my affiliates, but when looking for a new project for 2024, one of my favorite affiliates, “Annie’s” may have the solution- kit clubs. This is an affiliate post and I do earn a small commission to keep this website up and running if you purchase from Annie’s. Be assured that Nana carefully chooses who I recommend on my site.
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With the festive season fast approaching, it’s time to stock up on gift ideas for your loved ones! Nana is here to help.
One of my favorite places to shop is Etsy. If you have never checked out Etsy, you really should. Etsy offers one of a kind, hard to find items from independent sellers including unique handmade gifts as well as some fabulous items for crafters of all kinds.
For over 20 years Pantone searches the world to select their annual Color of the Year. They analyze the color trends that are popping up among many industries. These include fashion, design, lifestyle trends, and social media platforms. They also look at art, entertainment and technology. Combined with various new materials, textures, and effects that impact color they create the Pantone Color of the Year.
So what are we seeing for 2022?
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I just finished reorganizing my Etsy Favorites and would love to share them with you! I recently found a fabulous feature on Etsy called “Lists”. If you love using Pinterest, you will like Etsy lists. Lists allows you to save your Etsy favorites into separate categories (as many as you want). So you can add a list for patterns, supplies, gifts……you could even separate those lists into gifts for mom, patterns for kids, and more!!!
If you have never checked out Etsy, you really should. Etsy offers one of a kind, hard to find items from independent sellers. You can find out more in my previous posts about what crocheters will find on Etsy and why quilters will love Etsy. I have also included a lot of Etsy products in my gift lists!!
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Did you even know there was such a thing as World Sleep Day!! I love it! A celebration of sleep. Who wouldn’t want to cozy up and sleep for a full day.
Aw – but what are you sleeping in?? Whether you like to wrap up in a cozy quilt or warm afghan, snuggle with a soft pillow or lounge in those comfy PJ’s, Nana has a DIY that can make your sleep heavenly!
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It took Nana awhile to write this post because I had to wait for all the grandkids to finish their birthday celebrations. (I didn’t want to give away the surprise!)
For the last few months, Nana has been very busy creating Amigurumi gifts for my treasured grandbabies. Here is what I made. PS. Everything was easier than expected!
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If you are looking for something quick and easy to crochet for Valentine’s day, Nana has compiled this list just for you.
Whether you need a gift for your Valentine or something to decorate your home, these suggestions are sure to help and inspire you.
Simply click on the photos to find the pattern and start to crochet for your sweetie this Valentine’s day!
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Nana has spent most of the summer working on a fabulous quilt (her COVID project). But that is for another post. I have also been crocheting. The first of the gifts I am making for Christmas and HOTH is the Veronica Cardigan. SSHHH – don’t tell my daughter!
This project really had it’s challenges but it is finally complete and looking fine….
Goblins, ghouls, ghosts and monsters, oh my! Halloween can be a fun time of year. In this post, Nana brings you some fun patterns to crochet for Halloween that will brighten your home for the season. Ten to be exact!
UPDATE: Nana added more!! Come and see our 2021 Halloween patterns.
And as the weather turns chillier, there is no better time to curl up with your crocheting and create just the right accessories……
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