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10-04-2011, 12:18 PM
Thread: Arizona Rose
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Welcome, Rose! I hope you are able to learn some...
Welcome, Rose! I hope you are able to learn some more interesting stitch patterns to expand your projects!
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10-04-2011, 12:15 PM
Thread: Face Book have you been there yet
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I like Facebook, simply for how easy it is to...
I like Facebook, simply for how easy it is to stay in touch with friends and family. Most of my friends are at different colleges or working in different places, so it's nice to be able to see what...
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10-01-2011, 10:53 AM
Thread: Holiday Gifts
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Holiday Gifts
It's getting to be that time of the year again, especially if you are making gifts! Do any of you make holiday gifts for your friends and family? I usually make something for Christmas, but I'm...
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10-01-2011, 10:51 AM
Thread: Patterns for Beginners?
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Thanks fairynatb! I think I'll try that, but...
Thanks fairynatb! I think I'll try that, but make it a bit thinner as I think that would look better on me. I was looking for crochet items, as I'm a new crocheter but a seasoned knitter!
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10-01-2011, 10:49 AM
Thread: BOOK LOVERS CORNER - What are you reading?
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I'm a big reader as well, though I tend to be...
I'm a big reader as well, though I tend to be reading more textbooks these days lol. I must, must recommend "Room" by Emma Donaghue. AMAZING. Also, both of Lisa Genova's books I found very good.
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10-01-2011, 10:46 AM
Thread: Crocheting for Charity
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I've been a member of this local group called the...
I've been a member of this local group called the Knitting Sisters. They work with a number of different charities and then let the knitters know what they need. I've knitted quite a few dinosaur...
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10-01-2011, 10:44 AM
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I've never had cramps, but I've gotten a sore...
I've never had cramps, but I've gotten a sore wrist and tingling in my fingers. I was actually diagnoses with carpal tunnel, and was told to wear a brace when I have symptoms to help take the...
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10-01-2011, 10:42 AM
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Thanks - I'll definitely be checking it out! I...
Thanks - I'll definitely be checking it out! I find it so much easier to learn from videos as well.
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09-29-2011, 02:11 PM
Thread: Favorite Hobbies
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I like knitting, reading, and walking. I also...
I like knitting, reading, and walking. I also enjoy baking and cooking, as well as playing games. In terms of crafts, I also make cards and jewelry.
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09-29-2011, 02:06 PM
Thread: Plastic Canvas
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I have never heard of plastic canvas! What is it...
I have never heard of plastic canvas! What is it exactly? It sounds like something that is not as portable as crochet and knitting
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I have a yellow lab, and she would not enjoy...
I have a yellow lab, and she would not enjoy wearing coats! That being said, she has a fairly thick coat and I live on the West coast in Canada, so it isn't as cold here. She does like wearing...
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09-29-2011, 02:03 PM
Thread: Crocheting & Other Needlework
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I haven't, but would like too. I have a number...
I haven't, but would like too. I have a number of patterns saved that combine knitting and crocheting, but the crochet often seems to complicated for me. Also, I'm not sure if this qualifies as...
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I'm sick too - I had a cold this summer as well. ...
I'm sick too - I had a cold this summer as well. Very poor timing, as I have exams next week and just feel like lying around and not thinking!
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09-29-2011, 02:00 PM
Thread: Winter Recipes
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Has anyone else tried white chilli? It's one of...
Has anyone else tried white chilli? It's one of my favourite winter meals! I also add cilantro to mine
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2 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
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I always stay home for the holidays. My family...
I always stay home for the holidays. My family is local, so we will be visiting. I too really enjoy decorating and baking Christmas treats!
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09-29-2011, 01:54 PM
Thread: Kaisensei's Crochet Project Pictures
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The beret looks super cute! I don't think I can...
The beret looks super cute! I don't think I can pull that look off, but my sister can. I'm more of a toque person haha.
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09-29-2011, 01:51 PM
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I'm in British Columbia, Canada, about an hour...
I'm in British Columbia, Canada, about an hour away from Vancouver. I'm right by the ocean :) The town I live in is fairly small though
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09-29-2011, 01:08 PM
Thread: Patterns for Beginners?
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Patterns for Beginners?
Does anyone have any suggestions for good patterns for beginners? Perhaps something other than the standard scarf or washcloth - I already have a ton of those from my knitting ventures.
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I was going to post that one by InnerHooker as...
I was going to post that one by InnerHooker as well! It is absolutely adorable! Way too complicated for me yet though!
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Thanks all! I actually have a lot of friends who...
Thanks all! I actually have a lot of friends who knit and crochet as well :) I find knitting to be easier than crocheting, but I've heard crocheting is easier! I think it really depends on what...
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09-29-2011, 12:59 PM
Thread: Types of yarn for different projects?
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It really depends! For tablecloth and place...
It really depends! For tablecloth and place mats, I'd probably use some kind of linen, so it has a bit of a weight but is still washable. For blankets and throws, I usually use wool or cotton, or a...
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09-27-2011, 02:43 PM
Thread: ISO: Online Yarn
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I really like elann.com. They have a nice...
I really like elann.com. They have a nice selection of yarns, and always have new things. They also have bulk bag sales quick frequently (monthly I believe). Shipping isn't free but it is very...
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09-27-2011, 02:40 PM
Thread: Has anyone tried selling on Etsy?
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I have tried selling on etsy and have a shop, but...
I have tried selling on etsy and have a shop, but it hasn't been updated in awhile. I sold cards, yarn crafts, and jewelry, but found that it took a lot of time and effort, and really wasn't worth...
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09-27-2011, 02:37 PM
Thread: Hours spent crocheting
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I usually crochet or knit everyday while watching...
I usually crochet or knit everyday while watching T.V. for a couple of hours. I find it very relaxing and I like to keep my hands busy even when I'm sitting down! I tend to work the fastest while...
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Hi!
Hi, my name is Janelle and I'm a 21-year-old student working towards my degree in psychology! I am just beginning to learn to crochet, but have been knitting for a couple of years. I'm finding it a...
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