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Today I'm reposting a popular bookmark pattern I made last summer. It's perfect for your warm weather crochet itch! And with the join as you go method you don't have to worry about sewing anything together! ============================== ============================== This project is a cute Flower Motif bookmark. The motifs are joined as you go so there's no need to go back and sew them together, although you could certainly do that if you're so inclined. The bookmark was made with a 7" to 8" long book in mind. It also lies flat and has an optional tail and tassel for some added whimsy. Gather your supplies and let's get started! Materials : #10 crochet thread in your choice of color size  4/2.00 MM crochet hook (it's small) scissors needle for weaving in the ends Stitches used : (American terms -  converter ) Magic Circle  starting technique (optional) Slip Stitch (sl st) Chain (ch) Single Crochet (sc) Double Crochet ...

I've been on a bookmark binge here lately! I have no idea why since most of the books I've been reading are on my Kindle! Go figure. Here are some great bookmarks that you can make quickly and easily as gifts or just for you. Enjoy! Yo-Yo Bookmark by  Priscilla Hewitt Bookmark for Mom from Red Heart Yarns Gecko Bookmark from Lion Brand Yarns Flower Bookmark by Annemaries Haakblog (via Ravelry) Angel  Corner Bookmark by RDS Quick and easy patterns make those long intense patterns bearable! So whip up a few of these and then get back on that big blanket you're making for Christmas! Peace and blessings, ~~Karen~~

I hope today finds everyone healthy and happy. I'm excited for tomorrow to get here, not that I'm wishing my time away because I have so much to do, but hubby and I are escaping tomorrow and going on a long over due couples weekend! We even rented a cabin this time instead of staying in a hotel. Today's project is a cute Flower Motif bookmark. The motifs are joined as you go so there's no need to go back and sew them together, although you could certainly do that if you're so inclined. The bookmark was made with a 7" to 8" long book in mind. It also lies flat and has an optional tail and tassel for some added whimsy. Gather your supplies and let's get started! Materials : #10 crochet thread in your choice of color size  4/2.00 MM crochet hook (it's small) scissors needle for weaving in the ends Stitches used : (American terms - converter ) Magic Circle starting technique (optional) Slip Stitch (sl st) Chain (ch) Single Cr...

Shouldn't be too much longer until Spring flowers poke their heads out for that first glimpse of sunshine. Tulips are some of my favorites and after last weeks' post of that lip applique I knew I had to make something that was a play on the word ... tulip. So here is the "2-Lip" Bookmark Pattern for you to enjoy. This is a simple pattern that can be made quickly and with a minimal amount of yarn. As always the color and yarn choices are your own. 2-Lips Bookmark Materials: Lily Sugar 'n Cream Cotton in Wine size I crochet hook (H hook for Lips) book for measuring length scissors embroidery needle Gauge is not important to this project. Stitches: Chain (ch) Slip Stitch (sl st) To make this project you will first need to make 2 Luscious Lips and finish them completely. This lacy chain will curl up and make it look like the lips are kissing!   To make the bookmark tether: With I hook, chain 46.  sl st in the 4th ch from hook,...

Since Valentine's Day is right around the corner, I thought I'd make some "heart" related posts over the next couple of weeks. Appropriate. This is a pattern I adjusted from last years' post of a heart pin and I just made it onto a bookmark. You should be able to get one made in under an hour if you're a pretty quick hooker.  Pattern: Heart to Heart Bookmark Materials: Lily Sugar 'n Cream Cotton Yarn in Rose Pink and Yellow size I crochet hook (9 or 5.5mm) scissors embroidery needle for weaving in the ends a book for length measurements Gauge is not important for this project. Stitches used: (American terminology but here is a comparison chart) Chain (ch) Single Crochet (sc) Half Double Crochet (hdc) Double Crochet (dc) Triple Crochet (tr) Slip Stitch (sl st) Large Heart Large heart Round 1 Make a Magic Circle . (The following stitches are all done inside the Magic Circle ) Chain 3, hdc, 2sc...