Keep Calm and Crochet On…
On 2025-05-10 by Pam“I can calculate motions of celestial bodies, but not the madness of people.” – Sir Isaac Newton As we watch the happenings in the world unfold, this quote resonates. I try to stay out of the dark hole of watching and following the news all the time. Once a day, I do a deep dive
Crocheting for Sale
On 2025-05-04 by PamThis year, I am going to contribute some of my homemade items to some local markets. My neighbour is embarking on a side business selling soaps and things so, I had decided to contribute some of my dishcloths/washcloths and socks to the table. I have done this before – very unsuccessfully – long story but,
Dishcloths for Easter
On 2025-04-17 by PamThis Easter, we are giving away paska and knitted lambs AND dishcloths. Crocheting two dishcloths a week has been “my thing” for about 3 years now. Easter is about great food, eating a little pile of chocolate Easter eggs and spending time with family. If the weather is nice, it is about a nice walk
Dishcloths – #67 out of #101 Designs
On 2025-04-06 by PamI will be finished this book of dishcloth designs by the end of 2025. Currently, my “batch” of dishcloths will be part of small gifts (including paska and little knitted Easter lambs) for friends and neighbours this Easter. I am hoping “spring” weather comes with Easter – the weather lately is VERY up and down.
Can you slow down?
On 2025-03-29 by PamPart of what I like about creative arts is that it slows you down. You can’t knit or crochet or sew fast, you have to stop, think and plan. You have to consult a pattern, choose colours of yarn and fabric and pull out errors. I like to move fast, take action and get things
Crochet a Washcloth – Try some Self Care
On 2025-03-25 by PamYou can travel around the whole world but you’ll never find anyone who deserves you love as much as you. To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance. – Oscar WildeWhat lies behind us and what lies before us are tine matters compared to what lies within us. – Ralph Waldo Emerson Loving
The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Complete
On 2025-03-19 by PamThe Very Hungry Caterpillar is a children’s book by Eric Carle. In the book, the caterpillar eats every day for a week…Monday – 1 apple, Tuesday – 2 pears, Wednesday – 3 plums, Thursday – 4 strawberries,Friday – 5 oranges, Saturday – chocolate cake, ice cream cone, pickle, Swiss cheese, salami, lollipop, cherry pie, sausage,
Dishcloths for This Week…
On 2025-03-17 by PamEvery week I churn out 2 new dishcloths. I get to think about the colours and try new stitches and designs and add them to my pile of things that I have to give away whenever the need or desire arises. I am always on the lookout for cotton yarn that is “on sale”. I
A Row of Chickens…
On 2025-03-12 by PamWhat do you do with bits of yarn? Granny squares are a fun project and a great way to learn to crochet. You can find a free pattern for the chicken at this link: https://www.sweetsofties.com/2024/09/granny-square-chicken-modifications.html I ended up making 20 (or more) little chickens. The final 20 that I made (at least for now) or
Can you crochet the day away? You might just create a dishcloth!
On 2025-03-06 by PamBe Your Own Hero1. Find joy in the little things. 2. Move your body – often. 3. Cultivate multiple sources of connection. 4. Give back in some way. 5. Let go and have fun. 6. Build financial freedom – live within your means. 7. Don’t turn people into projects – you do not need to
Getting Ready for Spring Dishcloths
On 2025-02-25 by PamBy now, we are all looking forward to spring. Will March come in like a “lion” or a “lamb”? Can we wait 23 days until the first day of spring? What do you do to get ready for spring? Do you do spring cleaning? Washing curtains and windows, dusting walls and baseboards is a great
How Many Dishcloths Do You Need?
On 2025-02-19 by PamI keep creating dishcloths. I use the pattern that is available and then I just keep adding until it gets to be the size I want it to be. I love creating and in times of stress, creating is so important. I create for many reasons, to express myself, connect with others and to try
Dishcloths
On 2025-02-07 by PamJust a couple more dishcloths to add to my collection – ready to give away for Valentine’s Day!
The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Part 1
On 2025-02-05 by PamOne of the fun things about having a friend who teaches kindergarten is that you get to create such fun things! My current project is a crocheted version of The Very Hungry Caterpillar. You can find the pattern on Etsy. I have started with the “food” that the caterpillar eats and it is SO fun
Dishcloths Never Go Out of Style
On 2025-01-28 by PamWe all want to live a good life – live up to our potential and take advantage of all the opportunities that come our way. It is up to you to take control and responsibility for all of your thoughts and behaviours. There you will find fulfillment and you can change the world. Right now,
Crochet Square #55 out of 101 Designs
On 2025-01-18 by Pam2025 will be the year for me to complete 101 crochet squares as dishcloths. I always complete 2 squares of the same kind each week in order to make sure I have practiced the stitches from the new square so that I can re-use them. In order to complete these squares, I have to slow
Dishcloths – An Ordinary Routine
On 2025-01-14 by PamEvery night, I spend 20-30 minutes working on a dishcloth. Every week there is a new pattern, new yarn to choose and a slightly different focus but, generally, it is a routine. As you already know, I give these dishcloths away – attaching them to the top of a jar of homemade jam or chutney
The New Year begins…Dishcloths
On 2025-01-06 by PamToday was quite the day. Between Donald Trump tweeting about how much Canadians would like to be the 51st State (not) and Prime Minister Trudeau’s resignation (sort of) and a group of Ontario College Faculty planning a strike in the middle of an immigration nightmare that impacts enrollment (and possibly forgetting that the rest of
The FINAL Dishcloths of 2024
On 2024-12-27 by PamWhat are you doing for the last time this year? Maybe you are looking for an “end of 2024” playlist. Here are some of the best songs for New Year’s Eve… “What are you doing New Year’s Eve?” by the Orioles“This Will Be Our Year” by The Zombies“New Year’s Song” by Tim McMorris“The Final Countdown”
Just keep crocheting….dishcloths…
On 2024-12-17 by PamWhen you are putting together a little Christmas basket for someone, just tuck in a couple of little dishcloths and a jar or two of home preserves and you have a gift that keeps on giving. You can guarantee that these two dishcloths will make an appearance this Christmas – adding some joy and colour
The Hooded Jacket (for kids)
On 2024-12-14 by PamA couple of years, I crocheted hoodie sweaters for Charlotte and Mason and…guess what? They grew! So, this year for Christmas, it was time to create new sweaters for them. I am sharing the link to the pattern….https://shopthemoulehole.com/products/jessy-hoodie-crochet-patternThe pattern will cost about $10 Canadian but, it is well worth the money. It is called the
Puff Stitch Dishcloth
On 2024-12-10 by PamI just finished two new dishcloths. These dishcloths feature the puff stitch… The puff stitch is a crochet stitch that’s often used to create fluffy items like hats, blankets and flowers. It’s part of the same family as the bobble and popcorn stitches, but is different in that you don’t complete each stitch individually. Instead, you accumulate
The First Snow and Summery Dishcloths
On 2024-12-04 by PamToday was the first snowfall of the season. It was mostly a dusting but, left about 1 cm of snow on the ground. In the midst of all the Christmas preparations, I continue to crochet 2 dishcloths each week. This weeks dishcloths look like a big slice of watermelon – a little summer on a
Happy American Thanksgiving…
On 2024-11-28 by PamMy dishcloths for this week are shaped like the American Flag. This weekend is the American Thanksgiving and then a dive into the Christmas Season. A new year is ahead, I feel that no matter what side of the aisle you sit, there is always some apprehension when change is on the horizon. I will
Dishcloths for a Homemade Christmas
On 2024-11-24 by PamOur house is decorated, inside and out and we are continuing to plan for ways to celebrate the people in our circle, with both time and gifts. We want to celebrate our lives, feel gratitude and settle into the aspects of life that are most important. There are many things to worry about – there
The Granny Square Chicken
On 2024-11-17 by PamAre you looking for a simple little project with Granny Squares? This is such a fun project and would be great to use with young children who want to learn to crochet and have a fun project to work on. As you might know if you follow my blog, I am a big fan of
The Granny Square becomes a Dishcloth
On 2024-11-04 by PamThere are 8 basic crochet stitches and these can combine to create many more stitches. Over 150 crochet stitches or “stitch patterns” more accurately have been designed since crochet came to be. The treble crochet is probably the hardest working stitch of the crochet world. Whether you’re making a ripple blanket, a granny square or fancier stitch pattern,
Popcorn Dishcloths
On 2024-10-26 by PamThe “popcorn” stitch is simple – 5 double crochet stitches into the same stitch, pull up the last stitch and put the needle through the first double crochet of the 5 and pull the last stitch through – the stitch that is made looks like a kernel of popcorn. This dishcloth features the popcorn stitch.
The Swinging Ghost
On 2024-10-22 by PamThese cute little ghosts are a fun addition to my Hallowe’en crocheting. They are easy to make and fun to give away. You can find the pattern here: https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/1572112963/ghost-sit-on-swing-crochet-pattern-ghostFun Facts About Ghosts…1. The United States is the most haunted country in the world. This is based on the number of reported ghost and UFO sightings and
The Crocheted “BOO” Bag…
On 2024-10-20 by PamEach year for special occasions, I try to create a little treat for some friends to celebrate those in my circle. Having solid connections in your life is so important. These little ghost bags are easy to make and will make a fun way to share some treats with all the little people in my
Some “Middle of October” Dishcloths…
On 2024-10-16 by PamTime flies, as the saying goes. Thanksgiving has come and gone, the pool is closed for another year and I just had the winter tires put on our car. The seasons change and “time marches on”. How do you slow down and enjoy each moment? One way is to add some margin to each day
The Great Pumpkin for Thanksgiving
On 2024-10-12 by PamHappy Thanksgiving! I decided to try the largest pumpkin size with very thick yarn and a size 7 crochet hook. I used a striped pattern and some “different” colours and I am happy to share my GREAT PUMPKIN for Thanksgiving! https://sarahmaker.com/crochet-pumpkin-pattern
The Autumn Garden (and some Dishcloths)
On 2024-10-06 by PamThe Autumn garden changes to purples and golds and the grasses in the garden become wispy in the wind and the rain. I start trimming back and pulling out but, the flowers still bloom and I remember to be gentle with the zinnias because they remain beautiful late into the Fall. I will soon be
Crochet a Pumpkin
On 2024-09-25 by PamThis cute little pumpkin is easy to make and can be made with any thickness of yarn and any size crochet hook. It is a fun gift that you could add eyes and mouth to change into a jack-o-lantern. I definitely like to keep my hands busy while I am reading and watching TV and
Nourish Your Well-Being
On 2024-09-17 by PamOver the years (especially in the last 5), I have learned the importance of nourishing your well-being. That doesn’t make you selfish, in fact, I think it has made me more generous and more outward-looking because I take the time I need to be stronger physically, emotionally, spiritually and mentally. Having hobbies and trying new
Dishcloths that Celebrate Flowers
On 2024-08-29 by PamI love dishcloths that are created to look like flowers. But, nothing beats the real thing! What do you think are the names of the 20 most beautiful flowers in the world. Flowers are one of life’s simplest pleasures, representing beauty in its purest, most flawless form. There’s nothing like a vase of flowers to
Dishcloth Reflection
On 2024-08-21 by PamSometimes when I am crocheting or knitting, I start reflecting. Recently, I have run across a couple of books with “questions for reflection” and so I have been pondering some of these…What habits do I want to cultivate this year?What habits do I want to eliminate this year? What can I do to enhance my
August Dishcloths – Making the World a Brighter Place
On 2024-08-13 by PamAnother set of dishcloths to brighten the summer days. Isn’t is great to live in a world where we experience the freedom to do things that we enjoy, that relax us, that bring us peace and that, ultimately make the world a better place. Everyone has the capacity to become more enlightened and more self-aware.
New Dishcloths…New Stitches
On 2024-08-03 by PamThe “front post double crochet” and the “back post double crochet” work together to create this dishcloth. Pushing yourself to try new things is so important! Taking risks is called “Discover Mode” and refers to living your life scanning for opportunities, like a “kid in a candy shop”. You think for yourself and you grow.
Here come the YIP YIPS…
On 2024-07-29 by PamThe Martians, sometimes called “the Yip-Yips,” are interplanetary visitors, presumed to be from the planet Mars, who are terrified by things like clocks, telephones, and computers on Sesame Street. When frightened, they hide beneath their lower lips, which shoot up to cover their faces. They rarely come face-to-face with other characters on the show. In their skits,
Dishcloth Pattern #30
On 2024-07-25 by PamI am continuing to work through the book 101 Crochet Squares, making them into dishcloths. https://www.google.ca/books/edition/101_Crochet_Squares/wvByDQAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&printsec=frontcoverToday, we spent about 5 hours in the car, driving to the airport to pick up our sons who spent 10 days in Scotland. So, I spent the time finishing my dishcloth, working on my knitted sock and crocheting my
Dishcloths in the Kitchen
On 2024-07-17 by PamI have given away LOTS of dishcloths and I often get the comment that they are “too pretty to use.” It reminds me of growing up with my mom’s good dishes – we hardly ever used them. They were expensive and breakable and “special”. Now, young families do not have “good china” and buffets full
Dishcloths in the Garden
On 2024-07-06 by PamToday’s new dishcloths are featured in my beautiful summer garden. The garden is in its prime right now. Every day there are new blooms and now the butterflies and bees and rabbits are enjoying the beauty and serenity. We are feeding the squirrels and the birds and there are some days when I feel like
Why do I Crochet Dishcloths?
On 2024-06-19 by PamI would say the biggest reason that I do it is because it feels good. I recently read a book called, Just Feel Good. I loved the book because it stressed taking a few minutes every day to intentionally experience positive emotions – not stifling them with worry or doubt or requirements. So, in the
Flower Scrunchie
On 2024-06-12 by PamSummer Solstice is just around the corner and to celebrate long summer nights and warm floats in the pool, I found this scrunchie. I have made a bunch and they seem to be a hit with my little circle. The pattern is free so, I have included it…as well as some pictures of my scrunchies!
A Flower Garland
On 2024-06-09 by PamAnyone who knows me, is aware that I love flowers. My garden is full of them, and in winter, my house always has a fresh bouquet somewhere. I also love anything homemade. Yes, you can buy a scarf or mittens or dishcloths or a dress or shirt or a pair of socks ANYWHERE and at
Are you out of dishcloths? Just give me a call…
On 2024-06-07 by PamEvery week, I make two dishcloths. I think most of you who have read any of my posts know that I have been doing this for awhile. The funny thing is…I don’t have a huge pile of dishcloths because I give them away almost as fast as I make them. I have often looked up
Summertime…and a couple more Dishcloths
On 2024-05-25 by PamThis year we put up a gazebo beside our pool. A big shout out to Zachary, who gave up a weekend to help us put it up and Sebastian who helped us finish the roof on Mother’s Day. So, whenever I start to think my life is a bit hard or rough, I take a
Dishcloth #20
On 2024-05-17 by PamI am working my way through a book of “101 Crochet Squares” and making them into cotton dishcloths. If you can believe it, Mother’s Day cleaned me out of dishcloths and so, I am in the process of building up my “inventory” again. This book is available on Amazon…https://www.amazon.ca/101-Crochet-Squares-Jean-Leinhauser-ebook/dp/B01N3SUDE8If you work your way through this
Feet…
On 2024-05-12 by PamWhen Zachary came home last weekend, he opened up a box that contained his new camping cot. He set it up in the tent and was a little concerned about the impact of the feet (all six of them) on the canvas of the tent (especially with rougher ground underneath). I thought I might sew
Dishcloths for Mother’s Day
On 2024-05-08 by PamAS I was crocheting these dishcloths, I was thinking that I would give them to some of my friends for Mother’s Day. If you are going to wash dishes, you might as well do it with something beautiful and colourful. This made me think about what mothers ACTUALLY want for Mother’s Day. 1. Time Alone
Relax: Crochet a Dishcloth
On 2024-04-22 by PamBreathe deeply and look around in wonder when you wake. Retire the past. Retire the future. Practice presence. Just here.Aging breath by breath. Intending to live as soul. Life won’t be what we wish it to be – when we truly care, we make time for who and what we value. Unearth what it takes
Bunny Love
On 2024-04-20 by PamThis little bunny is an easy crochet and a perfect gift for a little girl or boy. I found the pattern on etsy and it is $7.00 to buy. I have made it twice and it is such a fun gift to give. Cute and cuddly…https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/211104833/bunny-ragdoll-haak-amigurumi-patroon-pdf
Crocheting Washcloths in Victoria, BC
On 2024-04-13 by PamWhat do you take with you when you go on vacation? For some, it is a camper or a canoe, for others it is favourite snacks or clothes, for me, it is yarn and books. So, as we headed out for Victoria last week, I packed the cotton yarn that I needed to crochet two
Washing Dishes in Style…
On 2024-03-25 by PamWe don’t spend a lot of time thinking about washing dishes anymore…we toss the in the dishwasher and go on with our day. Dishcloths can be beautiful – right now, I am using some “spring” colours to liven up my collection of dishcloths. With Easter around the corner, I will be giving out some dishcloths
Bunny Cups for Easter…
On 2024-03-21 by PamDo you need something fun to make for Easter? These little bunny cups use up lots of “stash” yarn and are super easy to make (I could make one in about 1 – 1/2 hours in an evening). I held three strands of DK weight yarn together in various colours and this makes the bunny
Same Dishcloth…Different Colours…
On 2024-03-16 by PamIt is amazing what you can do with different colours when you are designing. You can take the same pattern – be it for a quilt, or a dishcloth, a sweater or a hat – and combine different colours of fabric or yarn and produce two items with a very different look. I have been
Just a little scrubby…
On 2024-03-09 by PamScrubby yarn is not the easiest to work with but, it creates a great dishcloth perfect for cleaning plans and sinks. You can pick up the yarn anywhere – Michael’s or Walmart. This time, I used a pattern from the current book of squares that I have been trying and a combination of regular cotton
Making Life Brighter with a Handmade Dishcloth
On 2024-03-05 by PamI have crocheted 2 dishcloths per week for over a year now and I have maybe 10 upstairs in the basket left. You can do the math but, sending or giving someone a dishcloth is SO easy and I have NEVER had anyone feel sad about receiving a beautiful, colourful cotton dishcloth. (I have had
This week in DISHCLOTHS…
On 2024-02-24 by PamWhat can you do with a dishcloth? Well, yesterday, I wrapped two around jars of jam and gave them to some friends. When I do a new pattern for a dishcloth, I always create two – so that the pattern and the new stitches become more firmly a part of my repertoire. After 6 months
Little Valentine Treats….
On 2024-02-13 by PamThese dishcloths have been transformed into little Valentine gifts by tying them around the top of some preserves – sour cherry jam and marmalade. The flower on the top really “sticks” up so it would make a good “scrubber” for dishes. The blue dishcloths are actually little butterflies…a reminder of spring around the corner. There
Are you ready for SPRING?
On 2024-02-05 by PamAlthough we really haven’t really had much winter…spring is really just around the corner. Easter Sunday is March 31st this year and Shrove Tuesday is on February 13th. We are already well into the first week of February and the first day of spring is about one month away on March 19th. I love the
More Dishcloths on a VERY Snowy Day…
On 2024-01-17 by PamToday seemed like the perfect day to just sit down and finish this week’s dishcloth pattern. The heart design is perfect for Valentine’s Day, just around the corner. You can always find someone who is happy to receive a dishcloth. Cotton dishcloths do not last forever and, as I noticed this morning, I need to
Dishcloths in 2024
On 2024-01-06 by PamI have a LOT of cotton yarn to use up and so, I am continuing to create dishcloths. I will continue to both use them myself and give them away. This year, I am using a new book, also put out by Annie’s Publishing to create Crochet Squares that will become dishcloths (they could also
Crochet a Scrubby
On 2023-12-17 by PamToday was a dreary day just a few days before Christmas, so I picked up some scrubby yarn and crocheted a bunch of scrubbies. These are eco-friendly and washable and make a great little gift. Each scrubby takes about 30 minutes to make. Scrubby Yarn can be purchased at Walmart or Michael’s – it is
A Sweater for a “Little Lovey”
On 2023-12-12 by PamMy two little friends love their stuffed animals so, recently when they were staying with us, I had a request to make a sweater for Bubbles, the stuffed elephant. It was a fun challenge and so, I went on to make one for the little rabbit that lives in their house as well. I love
THE END OF A “YEAR OF DISHCLOTHS”
On 2023-11-27 by PamI have now completed all the patterns in the pattern book I started last January. I really learned a lot – so many different stitches and ideas. I have a pile of fun gifts for Christmas and beyond and I loved the challenge. In the end, the last pattern that I did was the “Scrubby”.
Almost at the end of a Year of Dishcloths…
On 2023-11-21 by PamAs I have worked through my dishcloth pattern book, I have crocheted two of each of the patterns. The first time round, you get the idea and the second time really gets in your head and you start to learn the stitches so that the next time around, you can do the stitch without “looking
Holiday Fun with Dishcloths
On 2023-11-17 by PamI have completed 47 dishcloths from Spring to Winter this year…I have 5 to go before 2023 ends and I will definitely be able to do it. I have been reading a book on having a Positive Mindset. One of the quotes from the book is by Robert Brault and it says, “Enjoy the little
The Washcloth Project of 2023
On 2023-11-04 by PamWith Christmas around the corner, I continue to create some beautiful dishcloths that I will use as gifts over the Holiday season. I cannot believe that I have made my way almost completely through the book. Do you know how you feel when you get to the end of a book that you have really
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