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: Alison - from Birmingham UK
Subject: Black pumpkin shrug
Comment: Hello to all in Crochet land. I am more of a knitter, but I love this website. I am nearly finished a black shrug made from the Pumpkin Shrug pattern. I needed something made quickly to keep the chill off my shoulders in my FREEZING (air-conditioned) office. Crochet appealed to me because it is quick, and I am a slow knitter. I have nearly completed the shrug and I am now turning it into a 'shracket' by adding a collar and sleeves. Once finished I shall trim with a row of a fuzzy black eyelash yarn. I have made the shrug from odd balls of black DK knit from my stash. So far I am pleased with the result, and it has not cost me anything. This is an ideal project for a near-beginner.

Name: kelsey
Subject: crochet!
Comment: i love this website. my nana taught me to crochet but we didn't have the money for the supplies i need to make things i had forgetten. this sight has so many patterns that now i can afford to crochet. oalo on youtube twj1963 has some great tutorial videos for almost everything, including how to read patterns. now i crochet like crazy!

Name: Debbie
Subject: keep up the good work
Comment: I have to say that I am very pleased to see that so many young girls are picking up their hooks and yarn. I started crocheting when I was 14 and loved it from the start (I am now 37)
It is very relaxing and you can make some great things too. I started out making blankets - then moved on to doll outfits - now I am making childrens and adult clothing. You can do anything if you put your mind to it and be patient with yourself. Keep it up and have fun. And THANK YOU for this site - it is great!

Name: Deb
Subject: iheartcrochet
Comment: i just love to crochet! my mom was teaching me how to knit when i was really little and other sorts of crafts- but i sucked at them or didn't have the concentration to sit through a project. then, i think when i was 11, i found this old box of yarn, and needles and most importantly-HOOKS-under my bed, and i re-learnt the single crochet stitch i sort of already knew, and dc and all those beautiful sts, from this old book that is pretty much fallen apart. now i crochet all the time {i'm 13 almost 14 now} often with patterns from this site. yah gotta love tapestry crochet and the whole art in general. i even taught a friend to crochet, and am working on a second one now. so seriously, grab a hook.

Name: Zoe
Subject: admiration
Comment: I admire the young ladies who learned to crochet and now enjoying making crocheted items. I have never seen younger girls engage in this craft, that is why I am surprised and really admire them. Keep on crocheting, young ladies!

Name: Kelly
Subject: Thanks!
Comment: I have been crocheting since 3rd grade, i taught myself from a book! I make all kinds of things! I am going into 5th grade and I love all of your patterns! Just want to say THANKS!!!

Name: barbara wiseman
Subject: crochet addict
Comment: i have been crocheting for about 20 yrs. i love the different stitches. I make scarfs, afghans, shrugs and love every minute of it. i am a 69 yo widow so i have plenty of time, it has helped me deal with my husband's death. thanks for all the encouraging letters you have posted. thank you for the time you put into posting these notes.

Name: dana
Subject: thanks
Comment: hello i have been crocheting since third grade i am now entering seventh grade and i am still crocheting. i get most of my crochet patterns from this website and most of my insperation from this website. just wanted to say thanks!

Name: chaya
Subject: relax
Comment: when you crochet make sure you are comfortable and not working too hard. if you feel you are working hard that is because you (may be) doing it wrong.

Name: Vickie
Subject: Crochet
Comment: I have enjoyed these stories. My cousin taught me to crochet when I was little, while she was babysitting me. (Now that I'm grown, I realize she was trying to keep me out from underfoot..) Shell Stitch projects are my favorite. It is so comforting to work with soft yarn, and you can make so many useful and decorative things. Crocheting is a great way to "unwind" after a hectic day.

Name: Taylor
Subject: I taught myself to make rows
Comment: I am 10 years old and i bearly started crocheting 2 days ago. So far i like it i already started making a blanket. I didnt know crocheting was so fun Thank you for encouriging me, KEEP IT UP !!

Name: shay
Subject: plasic bag bracelets
Comment: at my skool we have a summer fair. in year6 we are allowed to set up a stall and im selling recycled plastic bag bracelets and other stuff cuz we are all about recycling now. hope i make lots of money!
shay

Name: chaya
Subject: think
Comment: When you crochet, sometimes you think it's hard. But think how nice it will be in the end. That will make you go faster, think it's easy, and love crochet.

Name: Shana
Subject: Decision Crochet
Comment: So, I recently taught myself to crochet over the months.

I decided today I want to crochet for charity! Wish me luck, I wanna see if I can do this. I'm particualrly wanting to crochet for premature babies, considering I was one at 1 lb. 9 oz. I'm now 19.

I also want to crochet for cancer patients and children. My mom's mom died of a type of cancer at 26. And, I just want to help people!

Name: cathy
Subject: love to crochet
Comment: when I was about 9 I watched a neighbor lady crocheting and seen all the things she had made and wanted to learn. but I was afraid to ask. but I know now she probably would have love to shown me how. now that I am older I have taught myself. and I still have a lot to learn. but I love making the things I have made

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