Your kids will say OMG when you make them a special gift this Christmas. From toys to tents, you are sure to find an awesome gift to make for your special kid (or kids) in Nana’s list of 10 gifts to make for kids.
A handmade gift comes from the heart and what better way to share your love with your special little one! Create an heirloom or a fun toy and watch their faces shine when they open their awesome gift!
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If you are just joining us, this is Part 11 in our 12 part Learn to Crochet Series. To find out more on how to learn, please visit Part 1.
Each month, we have been learning how to crochet three different blocks. After finishing this Part, 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.
If you would like the entire series in one convenient PDF, you may purchase the e-book in my Etsy shop!
When I asked everyone if I should use 2 or 3 colors or stick to a monochromatic afghan, I had an ulterior motive! If you are counting, I have crocheted 9 squares in each color. I need 3 more squares. Yes, I could make one more square of each color BUT….I would rather show you how to change colors in your work. So lets get crocheting!!
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If you are just joining us, this is Part 10 in our 12 part Learn to Crochet Series. To find out more on how to learn, please visit Part 1.
Each month, we have been learning 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!
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 ninth part of the twelve-month series. Refer to Part 1 for links to all eight of the past posts.
Let’s start crocheting!
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When writing our Christmas in July extravaganza on “Nana’s favorite” site, I came across these cute little toddler cardigans for my cute little grandsons. Perfect for Christmas, I purchased my yarn and started to make the first of my Christmas list.
Problem was..no buttons or zipper. Question is..how to add them. Answer is….read this post!!
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Every year on August 15 crocheters from around the world celebrate Granny Square Day. Yarn stores and bloggers get together to celebrate the classic granny square by offering tutorials, videos, freebies and more.
Our post explains everything you need to know about granny square day. The following updates provides details for submitting your granny squares on instagram.
UPDATE: CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON GRANNY SQUARE DAY 2022
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Summer is half over so it is time to start thinking about back to school. Get those kiddies on their way in style with these 10 Back to School DIY ideas.
As we turn our sights to fall, our first thoughts are back to school! There are so many things that we can make that will be awesome and trendy when accompanying a child to school. Nana has found 10 of the best!
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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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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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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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