Hello Everyone,

We are in the middle of a big snowstorm here in eastern Canada! I won't complain though as this winter has been unusually mild with not much snow. So I welcome the snow. It does look so pretty.

Heather sent in this great tip for my Crocheted Mittens/ Fingerless Gloves pattern at
http://crochetandknitting.com/mitglov2.htm
and Men's version at
http://crochetandknitting.com/mittglov.htm

"hey sue, i LOVE your site. thank you for taking the time to make such a great site. i've been working on the women's CROCHETED MITTENS / FINGERLESS GLOVES and this morning i had a totally brilliant idea! i have been trying to come up with a way to have the top of the mitten attach to the cuff with the most stylish and functional attachment.

i love the idea of a big wooden button. so what hit me this morning was if you take the mitten top and flip it inside out and attach a little loop chain to the inside of the mitten top - you can fasten back the top of the mitten easily and then when you want the mitten top to cover your fingers you can just flip it back inside out and the loop is hidden and the mitten is ready to top your fingers. does that make sense?

i couldn't bare the idea of having the little loop sticking out the end of the mitten- just didn't seem right. so i came up with this idea a few minutes ago! and was so excited because i have been trying to figure out how to get around that for awhile now. so anyways. i just thought it would be helpful for other people to know too! eek! yeah! ok again thanks for an awesome site." sincerely, heather h

Thank you, Heather! That was a great tip. You could also use any type of button and crochet a cover with the same yarn.

Some new articles have been added to my Article Directory at http://crochetandknitting.com/articles
For those who are having problems with crochet instructions, this article will help:
"Learning How To Use Crochet Instructions" - By Michelle Bery
For those who want to turn their hobby into a business, this article will help:
Use a Hobby to Become Successful - By Alan Kintel

Afghans: If you are looking for some new knit or crochet afghan project, check these out:

"Knit Afghans Of Many Colors"
Pull out all of your scraps of yarn and get ready to discover a wonderful collection of designs for scrap afghans. A fabulous way to turn your yarn stash into lively throws. Fifteen cozy afghans to knit using one main color and four to 24 more colors to create a kaleidoscope of beauty. * Published by: American School of Needlework

"101 Stitches For Afghans Book"
More afghans are crocheted each year than any other crochet project. Afghans are fun to make, cozy to use, and make wonderful gifts. Afghan addicts will love the stitch patterns in this book. This book is a reference tool you will use for years. You can crochet the stitch patterns in worsted or bulky yarn, in baby or sport weight. * Published by American School of Needlework

That is all for today. Have a great weekend!

Sincerely,

Sue Norrad
CrochetandKnitting.com - Free Patterns, Craft Discussions and Pattern Search Board, Craft Supplies and much more.
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