A Womans Home

I think I’ve turned a corner in my life towards adulthood; I’ve got a hobby! I’ve decided to take up crocheting, this and knitting are something I’ve always fancied taking up and give me something interesting to say when I meet people and they ask that dreaded question – what do you do in your spare time? But you know, now I’ve started I cannot put it down! I’ve only had one lesson and can only do the very simple things, cushion covers and random squares, but I really am hooked on it.

I’ve borrowed a few books of patterns from the lady who is teaching me and it really is amazing what you can make. Of course you have the cushion covers and throws you would expect, but what I didn’t realise is just how beautiful and intricate they can be. Looking at some of them I can really see why people take this up, not only is crocheting therapeutic but at the end of it you can have an item to brighten up your room.  If you really get into it, crocheted blankets and throws can make excellent gifts for those first time buyers who are moving into their first home or you can whip up some really soft, cute baby blankets for friends who are expecting.

You can also make some amazing looking clothes, not those strange clearly home made items you see sometimes, but things I would actually go out and buy. Of course dreams of being self sustaining spring to mind at this moment in time, but on this I think I need to be grounded and stick to my cushion cover in order to get the double stitch right before I move on to anything else!  If you’re looking to brighten up your home, I’d highly recommend finding your nearest craft shop and investigating further.

I’ve included a video to show you how simple it is to learn! Learn to Crochet Video