I love poking around the Internet, finding new patterns and learning new stitches. Everything gets incorporated into the next pet blanket I make! I don’t like having to “sign up” at sites, even if it’s free. I like the sites that welcome everyone in and let you explore without even having to enter a…
Blog posts : "Knitting & Crochet"
"The Granny" is the Ultimate in Crochet!
The Granny Square is the first pattern I learned as a girl of 10 years old. It’s remained one of my favorites for that very reason. For me, it’s a “must” for anyone who really wants to embrace the “crochet life”. As I’ve explored other patterns, I’ve found this wonderful stitch can be used in a vari…
Knitting as Espionage
As we create our blankets, I’m sure many of us send quiet, prayerful messages to the pets who will receive them. I’ve recently learned that knitting has been used to send other types of messages, equally important. There is a long history between knitting and espionage, in two distinct ways. Knittin…
Knitting & Crochet World Records!
(World's largest crocheted blanket)
At CFC we’ve set many goals for ourselves, from 100 blankets made in 2007 (our first year) to shipping 1,000 blankets in one month (reached last July when we gave away 1,161 blankets in one month). We’ve been fortunate enough to reach every goal we’ve set!…
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