by Suzann Thompson | Oct 24, 2013 | Crochet, Crochet Garden, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion
My daughters reread their past issues of Highlights for Children, so copies of the magazine are often sprinkled around the house. I admit I reread them, too, and always look for the hidden pictures. It’s such a fun publication. In the spring of 2011 I was...
by Suzann Thompson | Aug 26, 2009 | Crochet, Crochet Bouquet, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion
What do you do, when you’re visiting Austin, Texas, and you’ve already had breakfast and it’s hours too early to shop or go to the library? You visit the Texas Capitol, of course! It’s open early and late (hours here). When your money is...
by Suzann Thompson | Mar 31, 2009 | Crochet, Crochet Bouquet, Crochet Charm Lace, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion
The Roses Poncho is done! I wore it at Stitches West, and many people gave me compliments on it. Thank you! It is made with Oval Center Roses, Rose Leaves, and Simple Fives, all of which are in Crochet Bouquet. I learned about Irish Crochet lace in the early 1980s. I...
by Suzann Thompson | Apr 23, 2008 | Crochet, Crochet Bouquet, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion
I can’t remember now exactly when and how I found out about Irish Crochet Lace, but it was love at first sight. The detailed, imaginative crocheted flowers and leaves amazed me, and they are the original inspiration for Crochet Bouquet.