Crocheting – The Best Stress Reliever I Know by Wes Homan
Crocheting is an art I learned a couple of months ago, after I had given up on knitting and tangling up yards of yarn. It seemed to be simpler, easier and had almost as many patterns as knitting patterns. I now do it in front of the television, when someone else is driving the car and when I am just sitting around not doing much.
Crocheting is also a great stress reliever, and a rather soothing activity that can help calm you down as you watch the stitches increase and decrease, creating shapes. Finishing up projects can also make a person feel great, wearing a scarf you made, or giving a baby a bear you crocheted just makes a person stick their chest out in pride – it does for me at least.
Crocheting saves a lot of money too. If you have tried to buy one of those gorgeous, Hand Made afghans or sweatshirts you know what I mean. Instead buy a few roles of yarn, a needle and pattern, sit in front of the television or turn on the radio and make yourself or your family members something.
The holidays are coming up soon and there are dozens of things you can make for people. Make a grocery bag for a friend who cares about the environment. Make you daughter a cool bracelet, or a chic necklace; for a new baby, make an extra soft blanket. Gift your in laws with scarves. Make yourself some wrist warmers, socks, mufflers.
These very projects can also help people in need. Make bears for children in the hospital, crochet little squares to send to sew into a little afghan for premature babies, and big afghans for adults who are sick. You can also sell the crafts you make and donate the money, doing both your heart and soul good. Crocheting has many benefits, the one I learned best that of patience.
Have fun!
About the Author
Wes has many interests and is well read and well traveled. Read some of what Wes has to say at Tractor Snow Blower and
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DOG – Afghan Hound and puppy, studio shot Photo Mugs JD-16737 DOG – Afghan Hound and puppy, studio shot John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way. contact details prints ardea tel 020 8672 2067…. |
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Dog – Afhgan – 6 month old puppy Photo Mugs LA-7184 Dog – Afhgan – 6 month old puppy Digitally manipulated image Jean-Michel Labat Please note that pritns are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way. contact details web ardea tel and 44 (0) 20 8672 2067 …. |
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Cozy Baby Afghans – Set Of 3 Fun and funky baby blankets combine chocolate brown with colors of pink or aqua to create a cozy and luxurious gift any new mother will appreciate. Each blanket has whipstitch edging that gives a handmade look…. |
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I CRAP MORE THAN MY AFGHAN HOUND …SERIOUS AS EVER BABY BIB DOG COLLECTION Bella Baby Baby Reversible Bib 1X1 …Rounded Velcro® closure …Contrast two-ply reversible binding …100% cotton …5.8 oz… |
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Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs: 144 circles, hexagons, triangles, squares, and other unexpected shapes $11.39 Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. 100% Money Back Guarantee…. |
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Knit Your Own Dog: Easy-to-Follow Patterns for 25 Pedigree Pooches $8.48 The knitted dog is indeed the ideal companion. There’s no feeding, barking, shedding, or vet’s bills, and he’ll live forever! Knit Your Own Dog is the irresistible guide to knitting the perfect pup. By authors Sally Muir & Joanna Osborne… |
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200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans: Crochet Squares to Mix and Match $13.90 From Art Deco-inspired geometric designs to traditional checkerboard stripes and elaborate motifs, this guide helps crafters rediscover crochet with more than 200 fabulous block patterns. Employing traditional styles and contemporary colors, crocheted blocks inspire crafters to create a dynamic palette of color, pattern, and texture by mixing, matching, and combining. Step-by-step instructions acc… |
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NHL 36-Inch-by-46-Inch Woven Jacquard Baby Throw Get your child in on the action, it’s never too early to be the biggest fan! Enjoy Northwest’s woven Officially Licensed baby blankets featuring a cute teddy bear and your favorite teams Logo. Your kids will absolutely love this throw! This 36-inch-by-46-inch woven throw has decorative fringes on all four sides and is made of soft, yet durable high bulk acrylic. It’s easy to care for and holds up … |
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100 Afghan Squares to Knit $45.94 New – Whether you choose from the dozen dazzling projects for blankets and throws or have fun designing your own mix-and-match creation, 100 Afghan Squares to Knit will start you on you way. The step-by-step projects range from a baby’s comforter in soft pastels to throws with brightly colored motifs, beading, and embroidery. Full instructions are provided for each square as well as for piecing them together, and there’s expert advice on how to knit with multiple colors and bead with confidence. |
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101 Stitches for Afghans $89.98 New – More afghans are crocheted each year than any other single crochet project. Afghans are fun to make, cozy to use, and make wonderful gifts. Afghan addicts will love the stitch patterns in this book. We’ve carefully chosen them so that they’re not too open (who wants to catch a toe in an afghan?), not too difficult, and not too time-consuming. This book is a reference tool you’ll use for years; you can crochet the stitch patterns in worsted or bulky yarn, in baby or sport weight, in your ow |
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101 Stitches for Afghans $17.72 Used – More afghans are crocheted each year than any other single crochet project. Afghans are fun to make, cozy to use, and make wonderful gifts. Afghan addicts will love the stitch patterns in this book. We’ve carefully chosen them so that they’re not too open (who wants to catch a toe in an afghan?), not too difficult, and not too time-consuming. This book is a reference tool you’ll use for years; you can crochet the stitch patterns in worsted or bulky yarn, in baby or sport weight, in your o |
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A Year Of Afghans $19.95 The 52 afghan designs featured in this collection will keep crafters knitting year-round. The patterns are for beginning and intermediate skill levels and include baby blankets, cabled afghans, ripple designs, mitered squares, laces, woven designs, and many more. |
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A Year of Afghans $6.23 Used – We have something for every skill level from beginner to intermediate, from quick to more complicated designs. There are ten baby blankets, three cabled afghans, two ripple designs and two with mitered squares. There is also a lace afghan, one with bobbles and a woven-look throw, in addition to many other attractive, fun-to-knit, fun-to give (or keep) afghans knitters will want to knit. |
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A Year of Afghans $12.71 New – We have something for every skill level from beginner to intermediate, from quick to more complicated designs. There are ten baby blankets, three cabled afghans, two ripple designs and two with mitered squares. There is also a lace afghan, one with bobbles and a woven-look throw, in addition to many other attractive, fun-to-knit, fun-to give (or keep) afghans knitters will want to knit. |
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A Year of Baby Afghans Book 5 (Leisure Arts #5260): A Year of Baby Afghans Book 5 $9.94 Used – LA# 5260 – A Year of Baby Afghans Book 5 When there’s a new baby on the way, these 12 darling afghan patterns give you an entire year of soft-and-cozy blankets to crochet. In June, welcome that sweet girl or boy with an ocean of colorful fish. Treat Baby to the fun of peppermints at Christmas, or a shower of blue diamonds in April. Whatever the time of year, your thoughtful gift will inspire plenty of comfort and lots of precious smiles! 12 projects for crochet: January (white Popcorn Sti |
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A Year of Baby Afghans Book 5 (Leisure Arts #5260): A Year of Baby Afghans Book 5 $29.95 New – LA# 5260 – A Year of Baby Afghans Book 5 When there’s a new baby on the way, these 12 darling afghan patterns give you an entire year of soft-and-cozy blankets to crochet. In June, welcome that sweet girl or boy with an ocean of colorful fish. Treat Baby to the fun of peppermints at Christmas, or a shower of blue diamonds in April. Whatever the time of year, your thoughtful gift will inspire plenty of comfort and lots of precious smiles! 12 projects for crochet: January (white Popcorn Stit |
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Alphabet Afghan-Ecru $30.34 CHARLES CRAFT-Alphabet Afghan. This soft afghan is perfect for baby! This package contains one 60x54in ecru; pre-fringed afghan; twenty-six 5-1/2in square; 18 count cross stitch blocks and design booklet. Care: hand wash in luke-warm water with mild liquid soap and dry flat. Made in USA. |
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An Afghan Path of Memories: A Memior $28.97 New – It is obvious that any baby starts the very first stages of learning from a specific family’s circumstances and environment. This concept is better expressed by the philosophy “as you go, so go your children.” A lucky child is cherished on the knees of a loving, educated mother. Unfortunately, I was a child deprived of love and affection by my parents in early childhood. An attempt was made to write my autobiography in memoir style. It was an interesting search to find and verify the motiv |
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An Afghan Path of Memories: A Memior $17.42 New – It is obvious that any baby starts the very first stages of learning from a specific family’s circumstances and environment. This concept is better expressed by the philosophy “as you go, so go your children.” A lucky child is cherished on the knees of a loving, educated mother. Unfortunately, I was a child deprived of love and affection by my parents in early childhood. An attempt was made to write my autobiography in memoir style. It was an interesting search to find and verify the motiv |
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An Afghan Path of Memories: A Memior $17.42 Used – It is obvious that any baby starts the very first stages of learning from a specific family’s circumstances and environment. This concept is better expressed by the philosophy “as you go, so go your children.” A lucky child is cherished on the knees of a loving, educated mother. Unfortunately, I was a child deprived of love and affection by my parents in early childhood. An attempt was made to write my autobiography in memoir style. It was an interesting search to find and verify the moti |
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An Afghan Path of Memories: A Memior $28.97 Used – It is obvious that any baby starts the very first stages of learning from a specific family’s circumstances and environment. This concept is better expressed by the philosophy “as you go, so go your children.” A lucky child is cherished on the knees of a loving, educated mother. Unfortunately, I was a child deprived of love and affection by my parents in early childhood. An attempt was made to write my autobiography in memoir style. It was an interesting search to find and verify the moti |
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Apple of My Eye Dog Tee – Size-See Chart Below: Large, Style: Hahhy’s Girl $14.46 Pictured in Mama’s Boy – ZZO1005: Features: -Dog tee.-Available in Daddy’s Girl and Mama’s Boy styles.-Cotton/polyester blend for easy care.-Rhinestone-embellished slogan gives pets a fun, fresh style.-Rhinestone heart around logo adds a touch of bling.-Pullover style shirts for a no-fuss fit.-Mama’s Boy comes in Baby Blue and Daddy’s Girl comes in Pink.-Machine-washable.-Length (L) = Measurement from Neck to Tail.-Girth/Chest (G) = Measurement around the broadest part of the chest.-Neck (N) = Measurement around the Neck. Options: -Available in several sizes. Recommended Sizing: -X-Small: Cat, Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Maltese, Italian Greyhound.-Small: Beagle, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pug.-Medium: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound, Dalmatian.-Large: Afghan, Doberman, German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Rottweiler, Collie.-X-Large: Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Mastiff, Saint Bernard. |
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Apple of My Eye Dog Tee – Size-See Chart Below: Large, Style: Mama’s Boy $14.46 Pictured in Mama’s Boy – ZZO1005: Features: -Dog tee.-Available in Daddy’s Girl and Mama’s Boy styles.-Cotton/polyester blend for easy care.-Rhinestone-embellished slogan gives pets a fun, fresh style.-Rhinestone heart around logo adds a touch of bling.-Pullover style shirts for a no-fuss fit.-Mama’s Boy comes in Baby Blue and Daddy’s Girl comes in Pink.-Machine-washable.-Length (L) = Measurement from Neck to Tail.-Girth/Chest (G) = Measurement around the broadest part of the chest.-Neck (N) = Measurement around the Neck. Options: -Available in several sizes. Recommended Sizing: -X-Small: Cat, Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Maltese, Italian Greyhound.-Small: Beagle, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pug.-Medium: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound, Dalmatian.-Large: Afghan, Doberman, German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Rottweiler, Collie.-X-Large: Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Mastiff, Saint Bernard. |
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Apple of My Eye Dog Tee – Size-See Chart Below: Medium, Style: Hahhy’s Girl $12.59 Pictured in Mama’s Boy – ZZO1005: Features: -Dog tee.-Available in Daddy’s Girl and Mama’s Boy styles.-Cotton/polyester blend for easy care.-Rhinestone-embellished slogan gives pets a fun, fresh style.-Rhinestone heart around logo adds a touch of bling.-Pullover style shirts for a no-fuss fit.-Mama’s Boy comes in Baby Blue and Daddy’s Girl comes in Pink.-Machine-washable.-Length (L) = Measurement from Neck to Tail.-Girth/Chest (G) = Measurement around the broadest part of the chest.-Neck (N) = Measurement around the Neck. Options: -Available in several sizes. Recommended Sizing: -X-Small: Cat, Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Maltese, Italian Greyhound.-Small: Beagle, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pug.-Medium: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound, Dalmatian.-Large: Afghan, Doberman, German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Rottweiler, Collie.-X-Large: Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Mastiff, Saint Bernard. |
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Apple of My Eye Dog Tee – Size-See Chart Below: Medium, Style: Mama’s Boy $12.59 Pictured in Mama’s Boy – ZZO1005: Features: -Dog tee.-Available in Daddy’s Girl and Mama’s Boy styles.-Cotton/polyester blend for easy care.-Rhinestone-embellished slogan gives pets a fun, fresh style.-Rhinestone heart around logo adds a touch of bling.-Pullover style shirts for a no-fuss fit.-Mama’s Boy comes in Baby Blue and Daddy’s Girl comes in Pink.-Machine-washable.-Length (L) = Measurement from Neck to Tail.-Girth/Chest (G) = Measurement around the broadest part of the chest.-Neck (N) = Measurement around the Neck. Options: -Available in several sizes. Recommended Sizing: -X-Small: Cat, Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Maltese, Italian Greyhound.-Small: Beagle, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pug.-Medium: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound, Dalmatian.-Large: Afghan, Doberman, German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Rottweiler, Collie.-X-Large: Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Mastiff, Saint Bernard. |
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Apple of My Eye Dog Tee – Size-See Chart Below: Small, Style: Hahhy’s Girl $11.95 Pictured in Mama’s Boy – ZZO1005: Features: -Dog tee.-Available in Daddy’s Girl and Mama’s Boy styles.-Cotton/polyester blend for easy care.-Rhinestone-embellished slogan gives pets a fun, fresh style.-Rhinestone heart around logo adds a touch of bling.-Pullover style shirts for a no-fuss fit.-Mama’s Boy comes in Baby Blue and Daddy’s Girl comes in Pink.-Machine-washable.-Length (L) = Measurement from Neck to Tail.-Girth/Chest (G) = Measurement around the broadest part of the chest.-Neck (N) = Measurement around the Neck. Options: -Available in several sizes. Recommended Sizing: -X-Small: Cat, Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Maltese, Italian Greyhound.-Small: Beagle, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pug.-Medium: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound, Dalmatian.-Large: Afghan, Doberman, German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Rottweiler, Collie.-X-Large: Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Mastiff, Saint Bernard. |
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Apple of My Eye Dog Tee – Size-See Chart Below: Small, Style: Mama’s Boy $11.95 Pictured in Mama’s Boy – ZZO1005: Features: -Dog tee.-Available in Daddy’s Girl and Mama’s Boy styles.-Cotton/polyester blend for easy care.-Rhinestone-embellished slogan gives pets a fun, fresh style.-Rhinestone heart around logo adds a touch of bling.-Pullover style shirts for a no-fuss fit.-Mama’s Boy comes in Baby Blue and Daddy’s Girl comes in Pink.-Machine-washable.-Length (L) = Measurement from Neck to Tail.-Girth/Chest (G) = Measurement around the broadest part of the chest.-Neck (N) = Measurement around the Neck. Options: -Available in several sizes. Recommended Sizing: -X-Small: Cat, Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Maltese, Italian Greyhound.-Small: Beagle, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pug.-Medium: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound, Dalmatian.-Large: Afghan, Doberman, German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Rottweiler, Collie.-X-Large: Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Mastiff, Saint Bernard. |
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Apple of My Eye Dog Tee – Size-See Chart Below: XLarge, Style: Hahhy’s Girl $21.59 Pictured in Mama’s Boy – ZZO1005: Features: -Dog tee.-Available in Daddy’s Girl and Mama’s Boy styles.-Cotton/polyester blend for easy care.-Rhinestone-embellished slogan gives pets a fun, fresh style.-Rhinestone heart around logo adds a touch of bling.-Pullover style shirts for a no-fuss fit.-Mama’s Boy comes in Baby Blue and Daddy’s Girl comes in Pink.-Machine-washable.-Length (L) = Measurement from Neck to Tail.-Girth/Chest (G) = Measurement around the broadest part of the chest.-Neck (N) = Measurement around the Neck. Options: -Available in several sizes. Recommended Sizing: -X-Small: Cat, Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Maltese, Italian Greyhound.-Small: Beagle, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pug.-Medium: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound, Dalmatian.-Large: Afghan, Doberman, German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Rottweiler, Collie.-X-Large: Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Mastiff, Saint Bernard. |
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Apple of My Eye Dog Tee – Size-See Chart Below: XSmall, Style: Hahhy’s Girl $11.79 Pictured in Mama’s Boy – ZZO1005: Features: -Dog tee.-Available in Daddy’s Girl and Mama’s Boy styles.-Cotton/polyester blend for easy care.-Rhinestone-embellished slogan gives pets a fun, fresh style.-Rhinestone heart around logo adds a touch of bling.-Pullover style shirts for a no-fuss fit.-Mama’s Boy comes in Baby Blue and Daddy’s Girl comes in Pink.-Machine-washable.-Length (L) = Measurement from Neck to Tail.-Girth/Chest (G) = Measurement around the broadest part of the chest.-Neck (N) = Measurement around the Neck. Options: -Available in several sizes. Recommended Sizing: -X-Small: Cat, Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Maltese, Italian Greyhound.-Small: Beagle, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pug.-Medium: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound, Dalmatian.-Large: Afghan, Doberman, German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Rottweiler, Collie.-X-Large: Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Mastiff, Saint Bernard. |
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Apple of My Eye Dog Tee – Size-See Chart Below: XSmall, Style: Mama’s Boy $11.79 Pictured in Mama’s Boy – ZZO1005: Features: -Dog tee.-Available in Daddy’s Girl and Mama’s Boy styles.-Cotton/polyester blend for easy care.-Rhinestone-embellished slogan gives pets a fun, fresh style.-Rhinestone heart around logo adds a touch of bling.-Pullover style shirts for a no-fuss fit.-Mama’s Boy comes in Baby Blue and Daddy’s Girl comes in Pink.-Machine-washable.-Length (L) = Measurement from Neck to Tail.-Girth/Chest (G) = Measurement around the broadest part of the chest.-Neck (N) = Measurement around the Neck. Options: -Available in several sizes. Recommended Sizing: -X-Small: Cat, Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua, Maltese, Italian Greyhound.-Small: Beagle, Boston Terrier, Cocker Spaniel, Pug.-Medium: Basset Hound, Bulldog, Keeshond, Norwegian Elkhound, Dalmatian.-Large: Afghan, Doberman, German Shepherd, Irish Setter, Rottweiler, Collie.-X-Large: Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Greyhound, Mastiff, Saint Bernard. |
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B Is For Baby Afghan Counted Cross Stitch Kit-34 X44 19 Count $22.82 Coordinates with quilt 23-0235 bib pair 23-0236 and birth announcement 23-0237. |
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B Is For Baby Quilt Stamped Cross Stitch Kit-34 X43 $33.18 Coordinates with bib pair 23-0236 birth announcement 23-0237 and afghan 23-0238. |
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Baby Afghan 29 X45 -Natural $9.41 M C G TEXTILES-Baby Afghan is made of 100% acrylic. Very soft and becomes softer with each washing. An 18 count baby afghan in 5 squares. The edge is ready to be fringed. Size: 45 x 29. Color: Natural. |