I have been helping a reader work through a new crochet pattern, the one for the water bottle holder. Love that one. It’s such a great tutorial to learn how to crochet, and while you’re at it, learn how to crochet well with interesting patterns. Now, in the process of this all, I realize [...]
Free Crochet Patterns – Overview
September 30, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Over the years I’ve posted so many free crochet patterns here at Fine Craft Guild, that I thought it was time for an overview post. Let me know which is your favorite pattern, and of course, what else you’d like to see on this blog. Beautiful Crochet Scarf with Double Layered Flowers that’s pretty [...]
Want an Amigurumi Monster ??
September 27, 2010 By 1 Comment
Into monsters? However, for some reason this little creature here caught my eye. Maybe because it is pink??!! Maybe because it reminds me of Niki de Saint Phalle’s monster head sculptures? I loooove this artist’s work, which you can find particularly in museums in Paris & the Cote d’Azur. Anyhow, for some reason I [...]
Crochet Bike Fashion
August 24, 2010 By 5 Comments
Crochet Bike Fashion Crochet & Bikes Go Together Like a Horse and Carriage Aha. And yooouuu thought that crochet was only for your body and your home? Not so. See here!!! A few lovely ideas on how to put that little crochet needle to good use for your bike.Image Bike Fashion Mosaic by Dutch Blue [...]
Big Crochet Bag :: Free Pattern
July 12, 2010 By 1 Comment
Tote Bag Monday. This has to be the easiest crochet market bag of all to make. Perfect as a project to take to the beach or on vacation. Bring 4 balls worth of yarn with you, a huge hook (size K) and this free crochet pattern, and you’re all set. I bet once you’ve made [...]
DIY Linky Party
June 8, 2010 By 12 Comments
(This party is closed, but the current party is listed on our Fine Craft Guild home page. See you there!) Today, we’re having our first DIY Tutorial linky party. The official date is really tomorrow, but as I suspect this to be technically complicated, I gave myself and everyone else an extra day. Hope you [...]
Howto Crochet & Free Pattern: Water Bottle Cozy
May 24, 2010 By 7 Comments
Learn how to crochet!!! Now that it’s sunny, you might swapyour cosy coffee cup cozy for a water bottle crocheted pouch. Here is a tutorial how to crochet that is also a free crochet pattern for an adorable bottle bag, that will make you want to take your water along, wherever you go, just to [...]
Grass Crochet Rug Free Pattern
May 18, 2010 By 17 Comments
Pin It How cool is that? Perrrfect for your own home, as a gift to someone, and particularly, as a Fathers day gift. Lion Brand is the designer of this amazingly fun, modern or manly rug. I can see it in so many settings. The free crochet pattern for this rug / mat measures [...]
Spring Flower Shawl – Simple Free Crochet Pattern
February 23, 2010 By 1 Comment
In the upcoming days when warmer Spring days (or mere hours) are intertwined with flares of cold and damp weather, you’ll want to have a lovely scarf like this tucked in your tote. Just in case. A hand-dandy crochet stitches glossary is included, making this a good project for a ’ just not a [...]
Crochet Briefcase (free pattern)
February 10, 2010 By 1 Comment
Go in style to the office. What could be more contemporary and confidence building than this elegant crochet office bag to hold your paperwork and great idea? What if I’d tell you that it won’t cost you $000 but more like 10 bucks? Are you excited? You could use this project to learn how [...]
Design Style, Rieti, Italy
January 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment
I thought to give you an Italian design treat today, from Rieti. Here are some delightful unique Italian home decorating designs and contemporary craft displays, 2010. Rieti is literally the center of Italy, where we went on a day trip yesterday. My Favorite Felt & Crochet Wool Bib Necklace Stylish ‘Support’ Sculpture Felt [...]
101 Free Green Craft Tutorials
January 18, 2010 By 5 Comments
One of the reasons I love Chinese New Year, is that I get to dillydally with my New Year resolutions for a month. I try them out before committing. This year’s no different & commit to this New Year … ..Resolution: My new year resolution is to act upon great ideas, and to complete all [...]
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Crafts: Free Crochet Patterns
January 10, 2010 By 2 Comments
Martin Luther King’s Day in 2010 is Monday, the 18th of January. That’s just over a week from now. In honor of his bravery and inner power, and as encouragement to us all, I am hoping to inspire you to some Martin Luther King Jr. Day crafts today that go beyond 24 hours. Remember Martin [...]
Handmade Gifts for HER
November 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Craft Gift Guide 100% Handmade Gifts for HER, Mom, Daughters, Grandma, Aunties, Sisters & Girl Friends, for birthdays, Christmas, Mothers’ day and other occasions. EASY to makeLOVELY to give For Whom 100% Handmade Craft Gift : step-by-step tutorials will be posted when my projects are completed. Matching Companion Gift Christmas gift ideas of good stuff [...]
Easy Crochet Flowers
November 15, 2009 By 3 Comments
I thought to feast your eyes today on some simple crochet flowers offering you that groovy look. These are made based on an original design by Candi Jensen, a well-known crochet designer. I like these 3-tone colored flowers, but you may wish to introduce a 4th color by varying the shade for round 4 in [...]
Inspiring Free Crochet Patterns
October 20, 2009 By 4 Comments
Crochet Anyone? Here are the best crochet patterns out now, and they’re free. Read on… (it has cost me a ton of time to make this article, but it’s worth it… you’ll see) A friend of mine is a crochet and cross-stitch veteran, who has been way to busy with work lately, not sewing a [...]
