{"id":41680,"date":"2022-10-01T07:00:59","date_gmt":"2022-09-30T21:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crochetaustralia.com.au\/?p=41680"},"modified":"2026-03-17T07:30:52","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T07:30:52","slug":"crochet-extra-october-2022","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yourwebsitedeveloper.com.au\/Crochetaustralia\/wp\/crochet-extra-october-2022\/","title":{"rendered":"Crochet Extra – October 2022"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>It’s been a busy month here at Crochet Australia with all the new colours of the Superb 8 coming in – 17 are expected in all, with 12 arriving this last week.\u00a0 \u00a0 We have had to reorganise the shop to accommodate it all.\u00a0 \u00a0 There are some beautiful colours in there and I can see myself making something with them.<\/p>\n

We’ve also made the decision to discontinue the Almina 4 ply cotton – more colours have been discontinued and we are finding it difficult to get the stocks of colours they do have.\u00a0 \u00a0 But we have sourced another 4 ply cotton which will come in later this month.<\/p>\n

The MT Perle 5 and Maxi #10 thread will no longer have the variegated colours – so we won’t be able to restock these colours once we’ve sold out.<\/p>\n

We had a lovely surprise this week.\u00a0 After 3 years of sponsoring the Best Exhibitor\"crochet<\/a> in Open Crochet at EKKA, we had one of the winners come in to the shop and she brought in her winning entry.\u00a0 A beautiful dolls outfit complete with undergarments, and shoes.\u00a0 Well done Meryl.\u00a0 You too could be a winner of our voucher next year – what will you enter?<\/p>\n

This month there are some other exciting events – Saturday the 8th is I Love Yarn Day.\u00a0 To celebrate and help you with your love of yarn we will be having 10% off all yarn sales ordered via our website on that day.<\/p>\n

We will be closed Monday 3rd October for the long weekend and also Friday 14th October due to personal commitments.<\/p>\n

New prices for Scheepjes, Tulip and DMC also become effective today.<\/p>\n

\"crochet<\/a>Our Crochet class this month is to crochet a summer top designed by Live Love Crochet Shaz.\u00a0 These start Monday night via zoom.\u00a0 If\u00a0 you miss the first night, you can still join in week 2.\u00a0\u00a0 The pattern will be available\u00a0 to buy at the end of the month.<\/p>\n

\"Crochet<\/a>And next month we are making this lovely floor rug designed by HandmadebyPeriwinkle<\/a>.\u00a0 Or make it for the table.<\/p>\n

I hear more rain is on its way for many parts of the country – I hope everyone stays safe and you get plenty of crochet time.<\/p>\n

Until next time<\/p>\n

Lynda<\/p>\n

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Theme\u2014Crochet on the Go – Quick and small projects<\/h2>\n
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I don\u2019t know about you, but I always have a variety of projects on the go. I love making larger or more complicated makes when I’m at home but these are not always easy to take with you. If you are like me, you always have your crochet, knitting or craft with you\u2026. because you never know when you might get a chance to pump some stitches out – so something else has to be on the go.<\/p>\n

\"crochet<\/a>I like to meet my friends for a coffee or take a moment to sit in the park or at the beach, sometimes I am waiting for an appointment or sitting in the car to pick up kids. What ever the scenario is for you we always have those times where we wished we could have filled this time with some crochet, knitting, tatting etc.\u00a0<\/p>\n

I have many small or quick projects around that I can pick up and take anywhere.\u00a0 These are my on-the-go WIPs (works in progress). My small project bag is always ready with my hook case with a variety of hooks, small timber yarn bowl or mini yarn carrier (light weight and holds all sorts of yarn), stitch markers, tape measure, needles, scissors, row counter and of course the yarn and pattern I am working with for that project. <\/p>\n

For me, it\u2019s the perfect way to get gifts made like some new dishcloths\/face washers, handtowels, teapot cosy, mug mats, potholders, baskets, baby gifts and the list goes on. You\u2019ll enjoy being able to take your crochet, knitting etc with you and making the most of those in between moments.<\/p>\n

We feature this month just some of the books and patterns in our range – it was hard to choose which ones to feature there are so many.\u00a0 We also have a great selection of kits that come with the yarn, and pattern for a complete project. Not to mention our huge range of accessories that will get you enjoying creating on the go. <\/p>\n

If you need any help getting your on-the-go kit set up, then know that we have an extensive range of supplies and are happy to assist you with this at Crochet Australia.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>If you are stuck with your on-the-go project try this free pattern for a bottle holder by Trish at Cotton Crochet Forever<\/a>– it will look fantastic in the camilla batik cotton and make perfect gifts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Tip of the Month<\/h2>\n

Foundation Rows – different ways to begin your projects<\/h3>\n

Did you know there are three ways you can work into a foundation chain?\u00a0Or you can even begin your work with a chainless foundation row.<\/p>\n

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Book of the Month<\/h2>\n

Animal Lovie Blankets<\/h3>\n

All babies love animals and a blanket \u2013 now you can combine them and make the Lovie blanket.\uffa0 A friend for them to cuddle and take everywhere they go.\uffa0 The blanket is a simple granny square of 34.5cm with a toy attached to the centre. 7 sweet looks to choose from, these blankets are quick and easy to make, and make wonderful gifts for expectant friends.<\/p>\n

Look What We Found – Books<\/h2>\n

\"over<\/a>Over 120 Crochet Flowers and Blocks<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Baby Gifts<\/a>\"bath<\/a><\/p>\n

Bath Time Fun<\/a><\/p>\n

\"small<\/a><\/p>\n

Small Comforts<\/a><\/p>\n

\"so<\/a>So Bright Romper Sets<\/a>\"special<\/a>Special stitches place mats<\/a>\"crocheted<\/a>Crocheted Coathanger Covers Bk 1<\/a>\"happy<\/a>Happy Crochet!<\/a><\/p>\n

\"hot<\/a><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Hot Water Bottle Covers<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Creative<\/a><\/p>\n

Creative Doilies from my 4 ply Stash<\/a><\/p>\n

\"towel<\/a>Towel Tops & Motifs<\/a>\"sweet<\/a>Sweet Baby Dresses in Crochet<\/a>\"slipper<\/a><\/p>\n

Slipper Socks for Kids<\/a>\"babys<\/a><\/p>\n

Baby’s Treasure Chest<\/a>\"easy<\/a><\/p>\n

Easy Essential Bags<\/a>\"Learn<\/a>Learn to Crochet Socks<\/a>\"little<\/a>Little Kitchen Helpers<\/a><\/p>\n

\"simple<\/a><\/p>\n

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Simply Crochet Big on Style<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Homespun<\/a><\/p>\n

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Homespun Crochet #3<\/a><\/p>\n

\"knit<\/a><\/p>\n

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Knit a Dozen Baby Socks<\/a><\/p>\n

\"knitted<\/a>Knitted Flowers<\/a>\"array<\/a><\/p>\n

Array of Layettes for Boys<\/a><\/p>\n

\"beautiful<\/a><\/p>\n

Beautiful Baby Shoes<\/a><\/p>\n

\"baskets\"<\/a>Baskets<\/a>\"30<\/a>30 Gifts in 30 Days<\/a>\"new<\/a><\/p>\n

New Methods for Crochet Socks<\/a><\/p>\n

\"crochet<\/a><\/p>\n

Crochet on the Go<\/a><\/p>\n

\"gifts<\/a><\/p>\n

Gifts from the Heart<\/a><\/p>\n

\"cable<\/a><\/p>\n

Cable Coccoons & Hats<\/a><\/p>\n

\"dream<\/a><\/p>\n

Dream Catchers<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

More Projects from your Scrap Bag<\/a><\/p>\n

\"crochet<\/a><\/p>\n

Crochet Embellishments<\/a><\/p>\n

\"bibs<\/a>Bibs ‘n Booties<\/a>\"oh<\/a>Oh So Sweet Baby Knits<\/a><\/p>\n

\"more<\/a>More Easy Accessories<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Inspirational<\/a>Inspirational Tea Cosies<\/a>\"one<\/a>One skein Projects<\/a>\"knitted<\/a>Knitted Egg Cosies 20 to Make<\/a>\"24<\/a>24 Easy to Crochet Coathangers 2<\/a>\"love<\/a>Love Stitches<\/a>\"baskets<\/a>Baskets for All<\/a><\/p>\n

Individual Patterns and Kits<\/h2>\n

\"eloquence<\/a>Eloquence Dishcloth<\/a> or get the kit<\/a>\"diamond<\/a>Diamond Dayze Scarf<\/a> or get the kit<\/a>\"Dream<\/a>Dream Catcher Shawl<\/a> or get the kit<\/a>\"decadence<\/a>Decadence Face Washer<\/a> or get the kit<\/a>\"tote<\/a>Tote Bag<\/a>\"\"<\/a>No Seams Baby Set in Cotton<\/a>\"twisted<\/a>Twisted Socks<\/a> or get the kit<\/a>\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Bavarian Crochet Round Doily<\/a><\/p>\n

\"pouch<\/a>Pouch Shopping Bag<\/a><\/p>\n

Accessories and Yarn<\/h2>\n

\"mini<\/a><\/p>\n

Mini Travel Scissors<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a><\/p>\n

Pendant Cutters<\/a><\/p>\n

\"wooden<\/a>Yarn Bowl<\/a>\"mini<\/a>Wren 8 ply cotton<\/a>\"folding<\/a>Folding LED Lamp<\/a>\"wrist<\/a>Wrist Ball Holder<\/a>\"Knitpro<\/a>Knitpro Stitch Markers<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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