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  • A Review: More Things You Need To Know About The LumosLumos Knitting Light

    Have you ever had a family member turn a light off on you while you’re crocheting because it’s too bright? Or do you have a really hard time using dark yarn because it’s hard to see the stitches? If you answered “yes” to either of those questions, you need to check out this light. The…

  • New Crochet Book: Mitan & Moni by Jenny Levallius

    Much of the time the crochet books we share on this blog or in the magazine are all about how to make a particular item and are full of patterns and how-to information. There aren’t many that come across our desks that tell a story about crochet in the past and about those who have…

  • Everything You Need To Know About Working With Wood Hooks

    Hello everyone! Tara here— I have been playing with wooden hooks a lot lately and I have been pleasantly surprised by some and disappointed by others. There are some definite pros and cons to them, and, if you haven’t used them before, there are a few things you need to know. Wood hooks are wonderfully…

  • We Love This Crochet Socks Book & You Need To See Why

    Hello everyone! Tara & Britt here— Britt loves knitting socks. When she saw this book, Crochet Socks, she had to grab a copy so we could check it out! Jeanette perfectly translates how to create great fitting socks in her crochet patterns. She also gives you 16 fabulous crochet socks and slippers in different sizes:…

  • New Crochet Book Alert: Crochet Baby Blankets By Kristi Simpson

    Hello everyone! Tara here— Kristi Simpson just released another incredible crochet book with Stackpole Books! The book was written by Kristi Simpson and was just released yesterday (May 1st). In just 32 pages, this book contains 13 beautiful baby blanket designs, well-written patterns and adorable photos of the blankets being used by the cutest little…