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Silk Drawers

By Dora Ohrenstein

BY POPULAR DEMAND!  The silk drawers that so many have asked about on ravelry are available at last.  One size fits most.

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Blue Sky Shrug

By Andrea Graciarena

A very appealing shrug that's quick -- three strands of worsted held together! -- and easy.

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Crochet Motif Cardigan

By Kristen TenDyke

Kristen's fashions are much loved in the knitting world, and she is equally gifted in crochet.

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Antonina's Crochet Flowers

By Antonina Kuznetsova

We are honored to feature the very first pattern in English by this outstanding Ukrainian designer, who has sparked so much interest with her modern version of Irish Crochet.

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Buttercups and Cupcakes

By Dora Ohrenstein

Have you ever been tempted to make yourself some crochet lingerie?  This simple bra is a versatile design for a range of body types. 

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Lacy Capelet

By Bernadette Ambergen

Bernadette makes some of the loveliest crochet neckwear around and her finished pieces are best-sellers on etsy.com. Here's her pretty capelet for all seasons.

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Chubby Felt Bowls

By Timary Peterson  

These sweet little bowls come in several sizes. A great quick project, perfect for de-stashing!

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Oma House Slippers

By Tara Murray 

How can you resist such adorable slippers!  Pattern comes in women's sizes 3 through 12, and includes the sole of the slipper plus the top, so no extra parts needed, and no sewing.  What could beat that? 

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Himalaya Silk Lace Scarf

By Dora Ohrenstein

This unusual handspun and naturally dyed silk yarn from Himalaya Yarns inspired a long lacy scarf that I hope you’ll enjoy making.

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Morning Dew Scarf

By Dora Ohrenstein

With only one skein of this beautiful beaded yarn you can have a stunning scarf to dress up any outfit.

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Issue No. 8 June 2009

Daina Taimina: Crochet and Math Meet in a Beautiful Mind

OUR VERY FIRST AUDIO INTERVIEW!!!  Daina is a revolutionary thinker who is challenging both the math and crochet world's traditional perceptions of themselves and each other.

Male Hooker Wants Respect!

Don't prod or poke that guy with the hook! Honest praise and cameraderie for the male of the species is much preferred.

Antique Crochet Beauties: Collecting and connecting to a rich tradition

Deb reminds us of the many layers of value in these marvelous old treasures.

Crocheted Flower Fabric

Suzan Thompson, author of the wonderful book "Crochet Bouquet," explains how to make fabric out of crochet flowers.

Thanks to My Web Designer, Matt Gilbert

How I found the right man -- for my website.

Upcoming Travel Adventure

A blog-like notice about my summer plans

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This is a song I wrote (and sang) about my love for crochet. My friend Mark Stewart, an amazing musician (he's in Paul Simon's band!), was kind enough to arrange it, play guitar and drums on it, and do some back up singing too. Hope you enjoy Crochet it Away!