Rag Rug

When I was student teaching junior high school sewing. Some of my students were making these. Its a fairly easy crochet project because the hook used is so big.

Sugar Bee has a good tutorial for these Rag Rugs Here. They even have a video. Check them out!

Fabric Barn

I found this tutorial just randomly and I fell in LOVE with it. I knew my little boy needed one to house his squeeky animals.

I used pellon instead of the plastic grid stuff. Its not as stiff as I wanted but I think it turned out pretty cute. I can't wait to make this one again.

What a great tutorial UK lass. LOVE IT!

Ammee's Babies

I just came across a site for Hemsistched Baby Gift Kits! I get so excited when I find new websites!

I received an email from a reader recently asking for more hemstitching retailers. This may be a good option for those who don't have access to a company that will hemsistch for them.

This company provides kits that include a hemsistched blanket, burp cloth, thread, a hook and easy to follow instructions.
I think this is a great idea. A One Stop Shop. And after you complete your gift you can wrap and give it in the box the kit came in.
They also have many pattern books, a learning center to teach you how to crochet, wash and care for your projects etc...

They promote "Going Green" and they also Donate a portion of their proceeds to underprivileged babies! and they also have a great FREE PATTERN!

Here is a link to Amees Blog if you are interested in finding out more about her.

Although have not personally purchased from this site but they do have a money back guarantee and they seem like a reliable and reputable company. If you are looking for an option for hemsistched blankets this company may be worth a try!

Yarn Tree

I'm not a really big Cross Stitcher (my sister is much better at it than I am) but I do find it enjoyable. Recently I have been researching different Cross Stitch sites and I came across this one and thought I'd share.
Yarn Tree a company out of Iowa has a great site. With lots of information, products, links and free stuff.

My favorite thing about their site is the Cross Stitch Calculator. It allows you to enter your fabric count, and your stitch count (width by height) and it will give you the dimensions in inches.

It is so awesome because you can figure out fast how big your project is going to end up and how it will change if you decide to change your fabric count. I highly recommend it. If you are into Cross Stitching this site is for you.