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It’s that time again! The warm weather is here and we say goodbye to our hats, scarves, pocket shawls and ear warmers. But for many of us who do vendor markets as a form of income, we find ourselves asking “what do I make now?”
Not all of us will have the same answer, but I have done many vendor markets in the warmer months, and I have had some great success with several items that I would like to share with you.
Read MoreThese napkin rings give all the boho flair and only take about 15-20 minutes to make! And you know me, I love a versatile pattern. You could also use it for a keychain or an embellishment to a purse, someone even mentioned a wall hanging! It’s completely up to you!
Read MoreTis’ the season to be making beautiful handmade gifts! We all like adding special touches to our Christmas gifts, and we all like giving something we think the recipient will love and use. Sometimes it is very hard to decide what to make, and not everyone has the hours and hours needed in order to make a blanket.
Read MoreTHIS LOVELY DESIGN CAME ABOUT AFTER I GAINED INSPIRATION FROM A FOLDING CHAIR I PURCHASED FROM TARGET. IT HAS SUCH A COOL GEOMETRIC DESIGN ON IT. I HAVE STARED AT IT MANY TIMES TRYING TO FIGURE OUT HOW I COULD TRANSLATE THE GORGEOUS DESIGN INTO MY CROCHET WORK. THEN IT HIT ME ONE DAY-TAPESTRY CROCHET!
Read MoreI came up with these sanitizer slings because I was tired of the bottle taking up so much room in my purse. It is very handy hanging in the holster, especially when shopping or eating out. It’s made with 100% cotton, so it is easily washable and very durable.
Read MoreI dubbed this simple pattern “Merry Jane” because she’s a rather ‘plain Jane’ stocking. The beauty of her plain-ness is that she can be embellished according to any style you desire! It is a quick and simple project that doesn’t require special stitches or supplies—just a little imagination! My favorite part about this stocking is the fact that it is worked all in one piece in the round, with only 2 ends to weave in!
Read MoreWhen I first made this snowflake, it was in the form of an ornament. I was inspired by one I saw on Pinterest made using macrame knots. However, once I made it, I began to think of all the different ways it could be adapted to be so much more than just an ornament! The wheels in my brain started turning, and in no time I had a placemat, a trivet, and a coaster, all by following the same pattern for the snowflake motif, but simply changing a few things.
Read MoreI have made nearly 100 of these adorable little bags. They have always been a great seller for me. The technique is a bit challenging, but well worth the effort. My customers love looking inside to see the matching fabric liner. It also makes a really great gift. This is the revised pattern, as I have improved my technique since writing the first edition.
Read MoreI created this lampshade cover because I couldn’t find one that was the look I wanted at an affordable price. The lighting kit was only $20 at Lowe’s and I purchased the lampshade at a thrift store for $1.50. I was infinitely happier with the cost, and I love the simple beauty it adds to my room. It’s a lovely statement piece that won’t overwhelm your space!
Read MoreI designed this extra squishy hat especially for super bulky weight yarns. It makes a great market prep hat because it uses very little yardage and works up in under an hour. The use of stitches in the back loop only cause the hat to have a tremendous amount of stretch, making it fit a large variety of heads. It has been a best-seller for my vendor markets and I hope you have the same success!
Read MoreI was inspired by a macramé wall hanging I saw on Pinterest and decided to try and replicate it using crochet stitches. It has a myriad of uses and is truly an adorable wall hanging that adds a little pizzazz to any space!
Read MoreThis versatile bag has so much potential to be anything you want it to be! Once you get the basic concept, the sky is literally the limit. It’s a great project for scrap yarn, as it uses very little. I recommend reading through the entire pattern before beginning.
Read MoreIf you have never done a vendor market before, or if you are on the fence about doing one to sell your crochet wares, the following tips are to help you get started in the right direction. I have done many vendor events and these are just some things I have learned along the way (some the hard way LOL). My hope is that my experiences will help you be more prepared than I was when I first started doing these events.
Read MoreThis crocheted mini hammock is beautiful yet functional. The lacy pattern gives the needed stretch for storage, yet makes it look dainty and delicate. It is very versatile, and would make an eye-catching-catch-all wall organizer. The many uses could be in your kitchen, bedroom, dorm room, nursery, guest room, bathroom, and tiny home or RV.
Read MoreSo many have requested I design a bag for just your phone and a pocket for money. This is what I came up with! I’ve dubbed it the Anything Sling because you could use it for anything you deem necessary, really! A water bottle sling, a hand sanitizer sling—just any little essentials you want to put in there!
Read MoreI designed this grocery bag holder to be modern, functional and beautiful. The intricate design is surprisingly easy to create and will make you want to put it somewhere on display rather than hiding it away in the pantry. They also make great market items, as they sell extremely well.
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