Part #3 of the Mystery Crochet Along (CAL) is officially posted!!! Make your way on over to the main crochet along page here: Mystery Crochet Along: A Gift for V-Day
On the main CAL page, scroll down to the bottom and you’ll find Part #3. In this part, there are a bunch of different, small pieces to crochet. The patterns are pretty much straight forward with nothing too tricky. But if you need help with anything, you’re always encouraged to ask! After finishing part #3 you might have a good idea what you are making. Feel free to take a guess and let us know what you think.

Again, here’s the link to the CAL page: Mystery Crochet Along: A Gift for V-Day

If you missed Part #1 and/or Part #2, no worries! You can still view the pattern on the CAL page and join in on the fun.

Have fun crocheting and don’t forget to share your pics!

Part #2 of the Mystery Crochet Along (CAL) is now posted!!! You can find the pattern added to the end of the original CAL post here: Mystery Crochet Along: A Gift for V-Day
This part is fairly short. You’ll be crocheting 5 of these objects. It is a flat mystery shape that is crocheted in the round. It uses the adjustable ring because there are so many stitches being made into the one stitch. For beginners who haven’t used the ring before, here’s a link to the tutorial: How to Crochet: The Magic Adjustable Ring Don’t forget to pull the ring tightly closed when you are done! If you find the ring isn’t tight enough for you, you can also use the double ring.

Again, here’s the link to the CAL page: Mystery Crochet Along: A Gift for V-Day

If you missed Part #1, no worries! You can still view the pattern on the CAL page and join in on the fun.

Have fun crocheting and don’t forget to share your pics 🙂

For me, Robyn Chachula’s book Blueprint Crochet: Modern Designs for the Visual Crocheter is a game-changer. I learned how to crochet with written patterns, so it never occurred to me that I might be a visual crocheter (I didn’t even know there was such a thing as visual crochet). Because of this book, I learned how to understand crochet diagrams and how to make join-as-you-go motifs. Suddenly, those beautiful Japanese patterns are doable, and motif projects aren’t as daunting. Preview the book on Amazon and read on for my full review to see whether or not you’ll like it.

Blueprint Crochet: Modern Designs for the Visual Crocheter by Robyn Chachula

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A big thanks goes out to everyone who participated in the Quick and Easy Holiday Crochet Along, and to Caissa for putting it all together! I had a great time look at all your photos and oooo-ing and ahhhh-ing at your work. I’m pleased to announce that the winner was randomly selected and is… Janette.

Here’s a link to her entry to show off her fantastic work: Janette’s crocheted ruffle scarf

Congrats Janette, and thanks again to everyone for participating! I hope you all had as great of a time as I did.

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving!!! Now it’s time to really get crocheting! Starting now and ending after Cyber Monday, I’ve selected some of the most loved, best selling, customer favorite crochet patterns from the Crochet Spot Store and marked them 40% OFF. So if you have favorite patterns that you’ve been eying, feel free to head on over to the store, because chances are they’re discounted! Patterns range from hats, scarves, bags, clothing, home decor, baby items, toys, and more.

There’s no need to enter in coupon codes to get the discount. All patterns that are part of the sale are already discounted. Just add them to your cart and checkout. If the pattern is part of the sale, it will say so at the beginning of the pattern’s description.

Happy crocheting!!

Betty Barnsden is the author of The Crochet Stitch Bible, 75 Floral Blocks to Crochet, and other crochet, knitting, and embroidery books and patterns. When I found out that she also authored a book for Filet Crochet, I just knew I had to get it! If you’re interested in getting a copy, check it out on Amazon (use the Look Inside feature to check out some of the pages). Here’s a short review to help you decide, too.

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It’s not too late to crochet for Halloween! Although there are only a few days left before the fun filled day, there is still time to crochet up something for the occasion. All Halloween themed crochet patterns along with some fall themed patterns are now 40% OFF in the Crochet Spot Store. Patterns range from fun hats, home decor items, to goodie bags.

All patterns that are apart of the sale are already marked down, so there’s no need to enter any coupon codes. Just add the patterns to your cart, check out, and crochet! There are patterns in many of the different categories within the store. So feel free to browse throughout.

In addition, there is a Premium Pattern Membership giveaway, one lucky person will be able to download patterns for free for a year! If you’re not familiar with the membership, feel free to learn more about it here: About Premium Pattern Membership. All current Premium Pattern Members along with any new members that sign up for a membership before the end of the sale will be automatically entered into this giveaway. Good luck to everyone!

Sale ends on Thursday, October 24, 2013 at 11:59pm EST.

Stitch ‘n Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker introduced me to the cool side of crochet. I learned crochet by making doilies, so seeing colorful crocheted items and cute crochet illustrations really got me hooked (literally). Reading it inspired me to go online and create my blog. There’s so much to love about this book, but it’s not perfect. Check out the book for yourself on Amazon (I just love the “Look Inside” feature). In the meantime,here’s my short review of this book.

Stitch ‘n Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker by Debbie Stoller

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Don’t forget, Christmas themed crochet patterns are currently 40% OFF in the Crochet Spot Store! Patterns range from fun hats, to home decor items, to cute bags. Offer ends at the end of July, so be sure to check out the patterns while they are still on sale. Grab your crochet hooks and start crocheting for the holidays!

In addition, there is a Premium Pattern Membership giveaway, one lucky person will be able to download patterns for free for a year! If you’re not familiar with the membership, feel free to learn more about it here: About Premium Pattern Membership. All current Premium Pattern Members along with any new members that sign up for a membership before the end of the sale will be automatically entered into this giveaway. Good luck to everyone!