Adorable Crocheted Baby Dress for Sunny Days

Turning ho-hum into sunshine.  At the time of this writing, it is a dreary February day and hopes for seeing the sun could be dashed by a gloomy weather forecast. However, this adorable crocheted baby dress has lifted my spirits. What better way to chase the gloom away than crocheting for a[Read more]

Baby Booties: An Experimentation with Crochet

I have to admit I really struggled as I wrote this week’s post about crocheting baby booties. You see, for the last year and a half I took a break from Grace Elizabeth’s because life took over. I checked and seriously the last time I contributed was August 2014. That[Read more]

When In Doubt Wear Red!

What Does Bill Blass’ Quote:”When In Doubt Wear Red” Mean? Red attire has a presence, an energy, and a distinct effect on both the wearer and people who see them. It makes a statement & makes the wearer somehow more happy and confident. So if you aren’t sure what to[Read more]

How to Get the Inspiration Juices Flowing

Remember approaching your mom as a child saying, “I’m bored.” And now as an adult you still hear yourself saying it, “I’m bored, I want to do something productive, imaginative, something out of the ordinary. I want to make something but I don’t know what.”  Today we are going to[Read more]

Easy No-Nonsense Sweater You Can Make In A Weekend

Do you have a little down-time this weekend?  Maybe you’re looking for a knitting project to do in the evenings?  You will love this easy no-nonsense sweater pattern. Let me tell you about my experience so you can get started as soon as you can get your hands on the materials[Read more]

How to Knit a Ladder Scarf – Easy!

Scarves, scarves, scarves can we ever have enough scarves? Here in Nebraska we love scarves.  They are not only beautiful but functional.  What I love about the Ladder Scarf pattern is that it is easy and you can knit it in a soft, cuddly merino wool to keep away the[Read more]

Need a Quick Man Gift? Pattern Review

What does winter in Nebraska bring?  Yes – snow and ice.  And what do all Nebraskans have in their winter wardrobes?  Hats!  Yes,  we all need hats to keep our heads and ears warm from the cold. Today I am going to share an easy knitted hat pattern you can[Read more]

Fearless about Firsts – My First Knit Socks

Though I’ve been knitting for 10+ years now, there are still many stitches, techniques, and projects I have yet to try. Only in the past 5 years have I started to place more value on the craft of knitting and crocheting and trying to improve my skills and learn more.[Read more]