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Giveaway- Design Your Own Crochet Projects book

November 9, 2017 by Stefanie Girard

Giveaway- Design Your Own Crochet Projects: Magic Formulas for Creating Custom Scarves, Cowls, Hats, Socks, Mittens & Gloves

Leave a comment in today’s post by November 17, 2017 and you are in the running for this fun crochet book that will launch your own design process.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

You love to crochet, but you’re tired of the granny square and other predictable projects. Let celebrated crochet teacher Sara Delaney help you expand your skills while showing you how to create custom-fit wearable accessories. Delaney’s unique, flexible formulas let crocheters of all levels easily design scarves, cowls, fingerless mitts, mittens, gloves, hats, and socks. With fill-in-the-blank templates and a stitch dictionary, you can use your favorite yarn and stitch pattern, and make accessories that fit perfectly. Delaney offers a starter course in the technique with 18 of her own original patterns, along with the formulas she used to create them. The companion online calculator helps create your customized patterns even more quickly!

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Comments

  1. Lisa Brown says

    November 9, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    sounds like a very helpful book to branch out in crocheting to make your crocheting ideas come to life. thanks for the chance 🙂
    jslbrown2009 at aol dot com

  2. MelodyJ says

    November 10, 2017 at 4:54 am

    This looks like a good book to have.

  3. Pat morris says

    November 10, 2017 at 6:26 am

    I’d love to have this book. There’s a lot of times that I need help with fitting calculations.

  4. Mary Helene says

    November 10, 2017 at 7:32 am

    Would love t have this book for the extra inspiration.

  5. Anne Sias says

    November 10, 2017 at 8:34 am

    Want to make crocheted gloves with fingers, can’t find a good pattern.

  6. O TORRES says

    November 10, 2017 at 8:43 am

    Oh Boy. Dabble twice with my own design. Its not easy. If there’s a magic formula, I would love to know.

  7. 3stairs says

    November 10, 2017 at 8:47 am

    I’d love to learn to design my own projects!

  8. Suzanne Eastman says

    November 10, 2017 at 10:04 am

    Pick me please! I would absolutely love to learn how to design my own crochet projects.

  9. Heather Cameron says

    November 10, 2017 at 10:48 am

    I have been trying to design my own and this would be really helpful

  10. Glenda Patton says

    November 10, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    I think this book is just what I’ve been looking for! I love to design my own stuff, but sometimes could benefit from some sizing help!

  11. Dana says

    November 10, 2017 at 12:55 pm

    This would not only be a great book to learn new projects but to branch out with your crochet skills. It sounds fun!

  12. cassews says

    November 10, 2017 at 1:06 pm

    Oh my ..what a book ..that would be great to win to teach my granddaughters how to do .. Thanks for the chance to win !!

  13. Marie says

    November 10, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    I would love a copy of this book. I’m very accomplished at following patterns – even the difficult ones but I would truly enjoy making my own creations.

  14. Diane Schneider says

    November 10, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    I would love to win this book!

  15. Karen says

    November 10, 2017 at 2:24 pm

    I’d love this book to get back to crochet – as my grandma taught me so long ago

  16. Noelle Davis says

    November 10, 2017 at 5:20 pm

    I’d love this book. I’ve recently gotten into crochet and would like to try to create some unique things.

  17. Cindy says

    November 10, 2017 at 6:43 pm

    I would love to learn this! On my own, not so good. LOL

  18. Heather Len Young Kistler says

    November 10, 2017 at 7:33 pm

    Crochet is my love, and I am aching to design my own. Thanks.

  19. Julee Cohn says

    November 10, 2017 at 8:24 pm

    I have designed and sold a few patterns. Although I seem to have a creative brain, I often do have a hard time with the actual execution. I think that this book would be invaluable to me.

  20. Karey says

    November 10, 2017 at 10:43 pm

    I’ve made a few patterns on my own but they have all be really simple. I would love to make some that are more complex with the help of this book!

  21. Stitched by Jennie says

    November 11, 2017 at 12:56 am

    What an interesting book! I would love to learn how to design my own projects.

  22. Angelina Kelleghan says

    November 11, 2017 at 2:19 am

    Oh my gosh, I’ve been trying to learn how to design my own patterns. I’m so excited for this book

  23. Alice C. says

    November 11, 2017 at 12:38 pm

    This is just what I need — inspiration to design my own projects! I gift a lot of baby afghans and scarves and this will no doubt increase my creativity quotient.

  24. Sharon McMasters says

    November 11, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    This book looks like a winner! I would love to have it!

  25. Paula says

    November 11, 2017 at 5:23 pm

    OH MY a dream come true – and here I’ve been stumbling around and failing to create what i see in my head – and there’s help out there. Please pick me

  26. Dj Slager says

    November 11, 2017 at 5:43 pm

    To design my own scarves and hats has been a dream of mine for years. Thank you for the chance to learn this amazingly useful formula from a book.

  27. nanetteholmes says

    November 13, 2017 at 8:16 am

    I’ve never designed my own. It would be nice to learn

  28. Heidi Christine Kirsch says

    November 13, 2017 at 12:25 pm

    Someday I’d love to design something out of the blue but I’ve run across, I don’t know how many times, when I’ve made a great scarf but I’d love a hat to match. Or found a great pattern and love to work it into a sweater–that fits or make a kids’ size..

  29. aj says

    November 15, 2017 at 12:58 am

    Oh, this is exactly the kind of thing that would help me expand the gifts I make for friends, family, and charity projects.

  30. Kathy Roberts says

    November 15, 2017 at 2:47 pm

    That is something I have always wanted to learn.

  31. pegsyarnbarn says

    November 17, 2017 at 7:38 pm

    I would love to own this helpful book. What a bonus! Thanks for the offering. 🙂 TYJ

Have you read?

45 amazing ways to reuse and recycle old playing cards

upcycled playing card ideas

If you’ve got a pile of old playing cards sitting around — maybe they’re from incomplete decks, game nights gone wild, or just worn from use — don’t throw them out! Instead, consider turning those old playing cards into clever DIY projects. Playing cards are the perfect material for upcycled crafts thanks to their glossy finish, durability, and instantly recognizable designs. Whether you’re looking for sustainable craft ideas, eco-friendly decor, or handmade gifts, recycled playing card projects offer endless creative potential.

Recycling playing cards is a fantastic way to reduce waste and embrace a more eco-conscious lifestyle. Crafting with old playing cards is not only budget-friendly, it’s also a great opportunity to create unique home decor, personalized gifts, and fun DIY accessories. From upcycled wallets and purses to holiday ornaments and party banners, these projects make excellent use of something you’d otherwise toss in the trash. And the best part? Many of these playing card crafts can be done with supplies you already have at home.

Crafters around the world are discovering how easy it is to transform playing cards into DIY masterpieces. Want to make a recycled playing card wreath? Looking for a way to craft a handmade Valentine’s Day garland? Curious how to create a one-of-a-kind playing card clock or a quirky jewelry holder? Old playing cards are the answer. Their size, sturdiness, and vintage appeal make them ideal for crafting everything from bookmarks and gift tags to photo frames and tabletop decorations.

These upcycled playing card projects are perfect for holiday decorating too. Create a festive playing card Christmas tree, fold a deck into a Valentine’s Day heart wreath, or string together a DIY party banner for a casino-themed birthday bash. Playing cards lend themselves to all kinds of seasonal creativity, and the results are always charming and memorable. If you love making holiday decorations from recycled materials, don’t skip over that forgotten deck in your junk drawer!

Looking to get organized with your crafting? Try making a DIY playing card storage box or a desk organizer. Their compact size makes playing cards ideal for crafting stylish and functional items like ribbon holders, mini drawers, or office accessories. Want to go even further? Some crafters have even made earring holders, pencil cases, and tabletops using nothing but recycled playing cards and a little creative flair.

This is also a fantastic way to involve kids in upcycled crafting. Reusing playing cards for kids’ craft projects is fun, mess-free, and educational. Encourage them to make DIY bookmarks, garlands, or memory games using old cards. Not only does this teach creativity and motor skills, it also introduces the value of reusing and recycling materials in everyday life.

Crafting with vintage or recycled playing cards also makes for meaningful gift ideas. From a “52 Reasons I Love You” card flipbook to DIY wallets, photo displays, or trinket boxes, handmade gifts made from upcycled materials show thoughtfulness and care. These unique keepsakes are perfect for anniversaries, holidays, and just-because moments.

With the rising popularity of sustainable living and zero-waste crafting, upcycling playing cards has become a go-to choice for eco-friendly creatives. Whether you’re making a repurposed playing card chandelier, a recycled playing card lampshade, or simple DIY gift tags, there’s no shortage of ideas when it comes to turning old playing cards into new treasures.

So if you’re on the hunt for recycled craft ideas, DIY playing card projects, or eco-friendly handmade gifts, it’s time to dig out those old decks and start creating. With over 45 inspiring ways to reuse playing cards, you’ll never look at your game night leftovers the same way again.

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