About FreshStitches

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The idea for FreshStitches began in 2008 when crochet designer, Stacey Trock, noticed a distinct lack of patterns for big and cuddly stuffed animals. A handful of adorable designs later- FreshStitches was born! Since then, FreshStitches patterns have become legendary for their cuteness, detailed instructions and step-by-step photos. Using the abundance of help and information in the patterns, numerous crocheters have crocheted a FreshStitches animal as their first crochet project! ...more

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Crochet Buzz: 3/5/12 Happy International Crochet Month!

Did you know that March is International Crochet Month? I’ve found a news story and a couple of tutorials for this week’s Crochet Buzz that are sure to inspire you to get your hooks out!

108 year old credits her sharp mind to crocheting

What makes you live to be 108 years old and be sharp as a tack? Crocheting of course!

You’ll want to read the full article- it’ll make crocheters everywhere smile!

Granny square with a circle center

I’m in love with granny squares… and so I’m always on the lookout for new variants.

Check out this tutorial for a granny square with a circle center from Wise Craft. Even if you’ve never done granny squares before, this step-by-step tutorial will make sure you don’t get lost!

Granny bobble

One granny square variant just wouldn’t do for this week!

Click here to check out the free pattern from Color in a Simple Life. I just love the texture and the color changes!

Easter Crochet-a-long

If crocheting for pure enjoyment isn’t enough of a motivation… how about prizes? We’re having a FreshStitches crochet-a-long right here on this blog!

Check out the details, and pick up your hook!

So, what’s on your hook for International Crochet Month? Hope some of this buzz has inspired you!

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3 Responses to “Crochet Buzz: 3/5/12 Happy International Crochet Month!”

  1. Rachel says:

    The flower cushion is super and I hope I live to be 108 through crochering!

  2. Fatima Rosales Naya says:

    That’s the spirit. Very inspirational. One is never bored while crocheting. Big hug.

  3. Jenn McClure says:

    I did not know that March was crochet month. Thats kinda awesome! I do love the flower cushion! It looks pretty awesome. And I would love to be 108 and still crocheting!
    I wish I could join in with the Easter CAL, but I dunno if I will have time… and I am stationed in Afghanistan, so we run on a different time then you guys do in the states!

    <3 Jenn

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