LindaPermann
Bozeman, MT, UScontributor
craft interests: crochet, embroidery, fashion, gifts, holidays, home decorating, jewelry making, knitting, paper crafts, quilting, restyle, sewing
my personal website:
http://www.lindamade.com
my etsy page:
http://lindamade.etsy.com
Member Since: 03/24/2008
Crochet Tool I Love: The OTT-Lite
If you're always staying up late to find personal crafting time, invest in good lighting to save your eyes (and your projects!).
How to Embellish Flip-Flops with Crochet
Dress up your dowdy flip-flops with scrap yarn and a button embellishment!
Mainstream Media Catches On; Crochet Is IN!
ABC news interviews Crochet Today Editor Brett Bara about how crochet is generating its own buzz.
Amazing Sculptural Crochet by Emily Barletta
Artist Emily Barletta uses crochet as one of her many methods to construct intricate surfaces.
Meet Fiber Artist Amy Long: Crocheter and Felt-Maker Extraordinaire
In this latest installment of Crochet as Art, meet Amy Long, an emerging fiber artist who's exploring bodily systems and interconnectedness in an untraditional medium.
Ways to Knit and Crochet Together
The Lion Brand Notebook mentions some great ways to keep things inspired and fresh when knitting with a group.
How to Crochet the Bobble Stitch
The bobble is one of my favorite stitches—it's puffy and cute and adds a lot of texture to any piece. Here's how to stitch it.
Finely Crafted Crochet Wire Jewelry
If you're looking for the perfect gift, check out these gorgeous jewelry designs by Esty seller Precious Meshes.
How to Make a Beaded Crochet Pendant
Step outside of the crochet box and learn how to make this dazzling beaded pendant using craft wire and your favorite beads.
Inspiring Crocheter Helle Jorgensen Shares Her Inspiration
Meet Helle Jorgensen, an awesome crocheter who delights in the magical realism of everyday objects. In this interview, she shares her inspiration, crochet habits, and what’s next.
Crochet Covered Rock Baby Tutorial
Resurrection Fern has a great tutorial on how to make super sweet crochet covered rocks.
Covered in Crochet
Inspired by a crochet covered tree in Toronto, crafters in Fitzroy Australia invented their own tree species: Magnolia Doilli.
Creativity 350 Contest
Crafting and being earth conscious seem to go hand in hand. Now, a new campaign to raise awareness of carbon dioxide reduction is sponsoring a crafty contest!
Spinning a Spider Web...Sort Of
Artist Nina Katchadourian started repairing spider webs as part of her art project in 1998, only to have her repairs refused by the spiders.
Craft Some Love: Crochet for Charity
Looking for a way to give back? Need that burst of inspiration that comes when you’re crocheting for someone else? Check out this crochet charity link roundup and get stitching.
Free Weekly Emails Provide Super Stitch Inspiration
Why register for yarn Web sites and weekly newsletters?—the answer is simple: free projects and stitch patterns delivered to your in-box.
The Importance of Blocking: A How To
Confession time: Until two years ago, when I made my first blanket, I rarely blocked any of my crochet creations. All of the wonky squares finally made me realize what this easy technique could do for my stitches.
Get a Handle on your Crochet Hooks
Sometimes the smallest hooks can be hard to hold. Here are a few easy ways to up-size your handles for a more comfortable grip.
Rethinking Grannies: Modern Takes On the Traditional Square
Give granny squares a chance! Colorful inspiration on Flickr makes these traditional squares glow.
Find the Perfect Bag Handles Online
The crochet makes the bag—but so does the handle! Check out some of my favorite places to find funky handles.
Meet Amazing Crochet Artist Aurelie Mathigot
Be inspired by artist Aurelie Mathigot, who creates soothing, delicate environments with crochet.
Buying Handspun Yarn on the Web
Want to treat yourself to a crafty delicacy? For fiber artists, there’s nothing more satisfying than one-of-a-kind handspun yarn. Here are some of the best shops on the Web.
Five Ways to Bust Your Yarn Stash
Does your yarn seem to be taking over your living space? If it’s time to use up some of your stash, here are five ways to get inspired.
Soothe Your Tired Hands
If you’re prone to marathon crochet sessions that sometimes leave your hands achy, try adding these stretches to your crochet routine.
Money-Saving Tip: Don’t Buy Duplicate Hooks
Are you one of those people who can never remember the sizes of hooks you already own and just buy a brand-new one for every project "just in case"? Ask yourself, do you really need 16 size-J crochet hooks? Here's a solution that keeps me from buying the same tools over and over.
Become a Part of This Year's Hottest Toy Craft
It seems like everybody’s doing it, right? Amigurimi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting cute toys in the round. These delightful little projects are quick, easy, and a little habit-forming.
Book Review: Crochet Inspiration by Sasha Kagan
I happened to be working at Soho Publishing while Sasha Kagan’s book was being produced, and I remember the sheer excitement about all of her beautiful colorwork. If you’re a crochet novice, you’ll find Kagan’s use of color to be absolutely aspirational. If you are a seasoned pro, this book offers you the opportunity to be re-inspired by every loop you make.
Crochet Blog to Watch: Crochet By Faye
If you’re looking to find the pulse of modern crochet, several of today’s crochet designers also happen to be—you guessed it!—bloggers. This interview with Robyn Chachula will be one of many featuring crochet-related blogs to watch. In my opinion, there aren’t enough crochet-related blogs, but more seem to pop up as I keep looking.
Granny Square How-To
The classic granny square is a major foundation piece of many crochet patterns. Here is an easy-to-follow tutorial for a basic double-crochet granny. Once you've mastered this simple pattern piece, you’ll be ready to take on all kinds of great crochet projects. Be warned: you’re about to get hooked!!
Free Crochet Basket Pattern
When I first saw this adorable free crochet pattern from the collaborative efforts of Orange Flower and Chick Pea Sewing Studio, I loved it for three reasons: easy construction, super-affordable yarn, and plenty of options for customization.
The Tool You Never Knew You Needed: Stitch Gauge
Think stitch gauges are only for knitters? Think again! Here are three ways crocheters can use this handy tool.
Crochet as Art: Joana Vasconcelos
Artist Joana Vasconcelos uses crochet to transform manufactured items into incredible works of art.
Earning Your Stripes: A Color Change Tutorial
Using stripes in your designs opens up a whole new world of opportunities- it's also a great way to combine different colors and textures for fashionable results. Follow this tutorial for a quick refresher on changing colors seamlessly.
Crochet Alongs
Here's a great way to hook-up (pardon the pun) with other like minded crochet enthusiasts for inspiration, pattern ideas, and a little splash of encouragement.
Crochet Today Contest: Design a Square
Do you like to experiment with creating your own blocks and motifs? Looking for your first design break? Get moving and enter the Crochet Today design contest-- the deadline is April 30th.
Crochet Lesson: Crocheting in the Round
It is so easy to crochet in the round and I've found that it truly is one of the most enjoyable crochet techniques. Learn the basics as you go while making these pretty coasters.
Book Review: 200 Crochet Tips, Techniques and Trade Secrets
If you buy just one book this year for fabulous and indispensable crochet tips, I highly recommend Jan Eaton's “200 Crochet Tips, Techniques and Trade Secrets”.
Welcome to CraftStylish.com, the Crochet Edition!
I'm so excited to be sharing crochet tips, techniques and inspiration with you! I've been crocheting for over six years and I love it. I'm excited to share some of my expertise, and learn a few things from you too!
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Re: How to Felt Sweaters
oooh, we are moving to a place where we'll have our own washer in a month and i can't wait to felt it up. thanks for the tips!
posted: 12:42 pm on June 23rdRe: The Importance of Blocking: A How To
It really is simple- especially for small projects. I only started blocking a couple of years ago and once I realized what a difference it makes (especially on lacy things) I became addicted.
posted: 11:52 am on June 22ndRe: Crochet Fun
so cute! i love how you used the bobble stitches to emulate gum drops!
posted: 5:40 pm on June 11thRe: Get a Handle on your Crochet Hooks
wow, now I *really* can't wait till someone stocks them locally.
posted: 5:38 pm on June 11thRe: How to Reverse-Applique a Tote Bag
very well done Diane! this is one of those techniques i keep meaning to try...one day!
posted: 8:32 pm on June 3rdRe: Soothe Your Tired Hands
that souds like a cool class! sorry you missed it.
posted: 4:52 pm on June 1stRe: Money-Saving Tip: Don’t Buy Duplicate Hooks
JulieB17--Oh, I have multiples of everything too, and sometimes you have to try different brands to know what you like! But I found there were some hooks that I didn't have at all and every time I went to the store to buy them I'd forget which ones I was looking for. I'm not against multiple hooks--some are bound to get lost in the couch!
posted: 11:43 am on May 28th