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Technique Tuesday: Changing from Rounds to Rows in Crochet
Welcome to Technique Tuesday! Every week this month we’ll be bringing you a great new technique to make your knitting or crocheting easier. Learn how to change from rounds (crocheting in the round) to rows (crocheting flat) with the Quickie … Continue reading
Vickie’s Tip of the Day: Baby Month #23
Remember, you don’t need to go complex to make a great gift for baby. A cuddly-soft Beautiful Baby Blanket or a huge granny square “tummy time” mat like the From Middle Baby Blanket made in Bernat Baby Blanket are as … Continue reading
Vickie’s Tip of the Day: Baby Month #22
Need something for the older kids to do while you’re attending to the baby? Get them finger knitting! It works great with both smooth yarns like Baby Coordinates and textured yarns like Baby Boucle, and keeps their hands busy while … Continue reading
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Vickie’s Tip of the Day: Baby Month #21
As a mother of 3 kids, I know all too well what it’s like to have “mommy brain” — you know, those forgetful moments brought on by lack of sleep and mega-multi-tasking. Know what I mean? Give yourself a break … Continue reading
Vickie’s Tip of the Day: Baby Month #20
Did you know that plastic baby wipes containers make great storage boxes for double-pointed needles, crochet hooks and notions? Simply rinse them out, remove the label, and stash your stuff!
Vickie’s Tip of the Day: Baby Month #19
Be social. As parents, it’s easy to neglect our own crafty needs. If possible, join or start your own knitting/crochet group. This ensures that even if it’s only for one evening a month, you’ll have time on your calendar set aside … Continue reading
Vickie’s Tip of the Day: Baby Month #18
Carry on. If you’re caring for an infant, utilize a baby sling. Snuggly carriers make wee ones feel secure while offering you the option of some hands-free knit & crochet time!
Vickie’s Tip of the Day: Baby Month #17
When sewing together a baby garment, use the mattress stitch method. It provides a nice, smooth seam that won’t irritate their sensitive skin.
Vickie’s Tip of the Day: Baby Month #16
You can get more than a meal out of that next jar of baby food! Once it’s empty, rinse clean, remove the label and use it to store small notions like stitch markers and small buttons.
Vickie’s Tip of the Day: Baby Month #15
Want to keep track of both how many rows AND how many pattern repeats have been worked, but can’t do it on a plain ol’ counter? No worries, there’s an app for that! If you have a smart phone, do … Continue reading