Encouragement and Testimonials

Here you can read or submit your own humorous stories and bits of encouragement, whether they be nostalgic, mirthful, or thought-provoking. Any memorable, true-life crochet story qualifies, so sit back and relax to read--or submit!

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Name: Dan
Subject: a male crocheter!
Comment: I love to crochet. I made 2 blankets for 2 friends having babies! I am turning 25 this week and have been crocheting for a bout a year.

"crocheting school" is an awesome book with great stiches to be learned!

Name: jeanette
Subject: teacher
Comment: Well, my home ec teacher at the pregnancy school taught me to crochet. Its the funniest thing i wanted to make a layette set and she gave me this yarn and told me how to stitch the hat. Well this hat turned out bigger than my head. I went to her and said hey i followed the pattern just like you told me what happened. She said oh my i forgot its the wrong yarn for babies. i was upset but now i laugh about it 27 years later and many other mistakes made. hope you enjoy.

Name: Carolyn
Subject: Thank You
Comment: I have been using this site for the last few years. Mostly, I enjoy looking but have tried a few of the doll crochet items. I learned to crochet when I was 5 or 6 years old from my grandmother. I think I made a chain that would go around the house. Later, I taught myself to read instructions and expand my knowledge.

Name: Jasmine Jones
Subject: In the Round 6 inch block
Comment: Let me tell ya, TRUST YOURSELF! I can not say that enough. I just finished my very first attempt at a square. I usually crochet across in one stich, row after row after row (makes for a very sturdy blanket!) and have always dreamed of actually doing a square. So I picked the "In the Round 6 inch block" because I liked the consistency of it. I re-read and re-read the instructions about a gazillion times (more like 4) and still found myself completely overwhelmed. So I said to myself, "what the hay! If they want a dc 5x's in a row, just do it!" At first, I couldn't see it. It didn't feel right. I thought I was doing everything way too loose. But let me tell you LOOSE IS YOUR FRIEND! Needless to say, the square was an amazing success. It took a while but I did it! I just finally gave in to the directions and had trust in myself!

Name: Melissa Dais
Subject: Therapy of Crocheting
Comment: I do a lot of crocheting and use it as a therapy while in the hospital or during a very trying period with my health. I only do fine crocheting, except for the occasional stuffed toy and one dress that I thought was gorgeous for a pharmacy technician's new baby girl. As you can probably tell I spend a tremendous amount of time at the hospital and would go crazy without my crocheting, knitting, tatting and cro-tatting of doilies to keep my sanity and spirits up. I taught myself all methods of producing doilies, tablecloths and other pieces as no one else I know can do any of these crafts. I have been approached by nurses to sell my items at craft shows for me and I am considering adding that to my distribution of my work.

My words are "don't let anyone talk you out of doing your craft or hobby" regardless of what it is.

Melissa

Name: dolores pittman
Subject: keep on crocheting
Comment: I did not know anyone to help me learn to crochet. Sooo I made many BOO!!bOO!But I was determined to get the hang of it. I am glad I did. (I think I have been crocheting since around my late 30's and I am in my middle 70;s now.) I re=married and thru my husband I have many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Being on Social Security does not give you loads of money to buy gifts for them. Now that I crochet I have gifts that they all enjoy. I make ponchos. (easy to put on the babies)toys that are so cuddly and the babies can play with them for they are so soft. So if you want an enjoyable hobby this is it.

Name: Jayne Egan
Subject: crochet nut
Comment: I taught myself to crochet at the age of 8 with a ball of string and have not stopped since.My wubbys as my blankets are known are owned by all my family and friends and are taken wherever in the world the owners land in.I make clothes for a premmie charity which gives me great joy and satisfaction.the latest addiction is dressing dolls and constantly look for patterns for inspiration i say but simply because i crave patterns.I live to crochet and love to crochet

Name: Tina
Subject: 30 years and counting!
Comment: I began crocheting when I was 8,amazing,30years ago. I am not an expert,.but ppl say so. I crochet shirts,just started crocheting bikinis for my daughter,and made crocheted g-string panties for myself. It was easy,i got a pair of panties from wal-mart,crocheted the crotch part and added the elastic.I sometimes crochet over the elastic,sometimes not.I love it! I knit,too,but prefer to crochet.My kids save all I have made,what for,I don't know.I put charms on the bikini tops,and my daughter,and her friends love them! I have not sold any work,because I don't feel that confident.I love yarn,and love the feeling I get when starting a new pattern.I stockpile patterns/yarn for projects to keep me busy,as I am a stay at home mom of 3

Name: Lynn
Subject: The Beginning
Comment: When I was a very young girl, my maternal grandmother used to crochet all the time. She made doilies, arm chair covers and covers for the back of the chairs and couch. When I was about 6, she made me lie on the floor on top of old newpaper and she traced me. Little did I know that she was going to create a crocheted dress for me. Not only did she create a beautiful dress, but she made colored satin underslips for it, too. I didn't start to crochet until I was about 10, and I picked it up from watching my grandmother. I even taught myself how to read patterns. Forty some years later, I am still crocheting doilies, ponchos, baby blankets, etc. and loving it. Crocheting is a wonderful hobby and I find that most people prefer hand made items than those bought in a store. I love your sight and have made some of your patterns. This is the best site I've seen.

Name: Jeannine
Subject: Long Time Crocheter
Comment: I have been crocheting for 25 years now and still at it. I have made many things for myself, my home, gifts, Even do it for money. Yes I also sell my items. People would see what I am doing and the next thing I know they are paying for one. I remember when I was about 10 years old and was told by my mom I would never be able to learn crocheting because I am LEFT handed. I crochet left handed. Well, I was inspired to prove my mom wrong. And over the years she wanted me to make things for her, since I am a much better crocheter then her. I just finished making her a blanket with pillow shams to match. Took about a month, but I made it. Now at this time I am going for lessons to be a certified crochet instructor. Since I also teach. But having a certificate would make me feel more proud. Lefties don't be left out!!! Happy Crocheting!!

Name: denise
Subject: i love yarn
Comment: I have been knitting and crocheting since I was 7 and I love it. My brother calls me a yarn freak but I can't help it it is so much fun. I'm always buying yarn and looking for patterns. If I see yarn on sale I can't help myself I just buy it.

One day I want to start my own business of the different stuff I have made.

Name: Amanda
Subject: 'Modern' Crochet
Comment: I learnt to chrochet when I was young, but thought that it was just for nanas. Now I know better. I am working on a scarf combining crochet, applique and embroidery with art noveau style designs.
If you google "Marcel Wanders Crochet" you will see a crochet table, Chanel has a crochet handbag, and Marc Jacobs has beautiful crochet shoes.

Name: la-la
Subject: the love of crochet
Comment: I am 11 i learned to crochet when i was 7. I love it sooo much. in my school there is a thing during lunch when kids can go to the art room and knit. I have no clue but everyone knits! that is lame crochet is way easier!

Name: Jenny
Subject: Beyond obsession!
Comment: Hi all! I am 26 and I learned to crochet 3 or 4 years ago from a family friend. I was really discouraged at first because my sister picked it up quickly and I struggled. But now I'm the avid crocheter and she's not really that into it. She teases me and tells me I have a problem due to what seems like 5 billion tons of yarn all over my room and crochet patterns printed from the internet, mostly from this site, from here to eternity. It is beyond obsession, I agree, but I can't help it! It's fun and relaxing and I love making things for others and seeing how happy they are when I've made something for them. Also, I can't wait to have a daughter to teach so we can share it together! Have fun! I do.

Name: annaliesa
Subject: needing to stay busy
Comment: Two years ago, my 23 year old son joined the Marines. I used a children's book to teach my left-handed self to crochet. Throughput boot camp, a deployment to Japan and this year a deployment to Iraq, I crocheted. My daughter is a college student, living in a dorm and I crocheted lap afghans for anyone who asked. I went onto to scarves and baby blankets. This year with the deployment to Iraq, I upped the ante to a mega blanket project. My daughter can now keep half the dorm warm and my nerves are steadier-all thanks to crocheting. Thanks, Annaliesa Meeks

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