I first met Michele when I was teaching at a national fiber event called Stitches. I love teaching, and having students like Michele in the class that have UNBRIDLED enthusiasm for all things yarn make it so much fun. Michele KNOWS how to enjoy crochet! I’m so happy to share with you five of…
Butternut Squash Stew ©2016 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude® Ingredients 1 small onion chopped 6 cloves garlic, minced 1 small fennel bulb, sliced thin 2 cups butternut squash, peeled cut into small cubes 8 oz brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half 4 cups chicken broth (or veggie broth) 2 tbsp fresh chopped…
Every guy should have one of these in his wardrobe. Made in a neutral color, it goes with any shirt he has and will become the workhorse of his closet. I designed this version to be longer than usual to emphasize the comfort factor. Stock Sweater ©2008-2016 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude® Skill Level…
If you missed it over on my Facebook page – here is the live video from earlier today! I laughed and then I snorted because I’m klassy that way…
Sitting in the stands one freezing November day, I was sure this would be the homecoming my ears fell off, and I would have to carry them home to stick them back on later. No more! I’ve made this one in my old school colors, but you can change yarns if you root for someone…
Fall Drew-string Purse ©2006-2016 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude® Gauge: 10 sts X 10 rows = 4” (10 cm) in sc Materials 3.5 oz, 240 yds DK self-striping yarn (James C. Brett “Marble” shown) Crochet hook size F (5 – 3.75mm) Yarn needle Finished Size: 14” (35.5 cm) wide 7.5” (19 cm) tall…
It is really a special experience to meet someone when they are just starting their career and watch them blossom and harvest the rewards of all their hard work. I am so privileged to have had a wonderful friendship with Marly right from when she entered the fiber arts industry. I admire not only…
Maggie Vest ©2012-2017 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude® Skill Level – easy Finished Measurements To fit bust sizes 32 (36, 40, 44, 48) Supplies Needed Baby Boom from Fiesta Yarns (90% extra fine super wash merino – 10% nylon – 4oz – 113g – 440yd – 402m) 1 (2, 2, 3, 3) hanks in…
Today I am so happy to be featuring the amazing design sensibility of Kristin Omdahl. Full disclosure: Kristin has become a great friend of mine over the years, and yes I adore her, but I think you’ll agree that her designs are fantastic! I chose these five designs to feature, but you’ll quickly see…
One of my best designer buddies is Vickie Howell and her edgy design sensibility never ceases to inspire me. Vickie has done it again with these cute and spooky Halloween coasters. I love the clever center that looks just like a skull!! Vickie used chunky yarn and a Clover Amour hook so the coaster whips…
