There is no fitting required. It takes just a few stitches on your sewing machine. And, you need no sewing pattern.

Women of all ages love shawls from teens to senior citizens. Sew some for your favorite charity. Give the gift of something homemade.

Even if you know very little about sewing, you can make
quick and easy, elegant shawls in less than 30 minutes.

Whether for a dressy occasion or to ward off the chill from
your shoulders in a restaurant, you will want to sew several
of these shawls for yourself and to give as gifts to young
and old alike.

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Crochet afghan cover patterns are one of the popular crochet projects enjoyed by both beginners and advanced crocheters. A crocheted afghan is a great gift for family and friends. It can serve as a wrap or shawl as well as a blanket during chilly nights. The term afghan was derived from the textiles that are produced in Afghanistan since they are comparable to the shawls and wraps used in the region.

Crocheted afghan covers can be used in various ways. There are numerous crochet patterns for afghan blankets. An afghan blanket can be used as a comforter and as a bedspread. It is important to select the appropriate pattern that will fit the size of the intended project.

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Many men tend to wear clothes that have a functional purpose. That is, they may desire to be fashionable but often they choose clothes that are designed to do a job (cover, protect, keep warm, etc.). Many men’s clothes were designed in this way for many years, leaving little room for fashion sensibilities… especially on the job. Today’s man, though, has many more options and men’s fashion is a growing industry allowing for men to look great and enjoy functionality in their clothes.

One item that should be in the fashionable man’s wardrobe is the mens cashmere scarf. While the stereotype might be that real men don’t wear scarves, the reality is that it can be cold and men

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Quess what? It’s almost October. Witches and goblins aside, you just know what’s coming. And fast!

Christmas! Hanukkah! Holidays, the New Year! Festivities, parties, shopping, wrapping, baking, decorating, lots and LOTS to do!

Of course there are always gift cards, but, somehow they never seem to be too much like gifts. And, if we decide to buy, we’re always left wondering if we found the right gift, the correct size, color, variation, designer label, price, — you name it; just trying to satisfy everyone’s gift needs can get pretty frustrating.

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One of my earliest childhood memories is learning to knit from my grandmother. Being one of four girls in my family of six children, I was the only who took any interest in it. To do this day, I believe my grandmother and I had a special connection because of our common love of knitting.

My grandmother was a gifted knitter. She was also a very talented at crochet, needlework and was a part-time seamstress. My earliest and most vivid memories of her was when she was doing some sort of needlework. Not only was she a brilliant practitioner of knitting but she was also a great teacher. She possessed what any good teacher has: patience. I am left

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