Winter white...

I got a phone call from my sister today in Michigan. She was on her way to the drugstore. She called to tell me it was snowing really hard. She lives out in the woods so that when it snows you can really feel like you are in the middle of a snow globe. After I hung up the phone with her it came to me...winter white. Take a look at what I found.

Snow Crochet Lariats Scarf - Felted Winter White from KnittingGuru on Etsy.

OOAK Puzzle Scarf Knit with Crocheted Edging from bayahta on Etsy.

Crocheted Baby Sweater by firstsnowflake on Etsy.

White Infinity Scarf - Loop Chain Necklace by violasboutique on Etsy.

Crochet Snowman from Pickles.

Crochet Button Scarf by warmmeup on Etsy.

White Crochet Wrist Warmers by PaternsbyMarianneS on Etsy.

Crochet Headband by TreenaBean on Etsy.

Crochet White Mohair Oversized Cowl by PatternsbyMarianneS on Etsy.

Crochet Wrist Warmers by Maybethewhitedog on Etsy.

Frosted Birch Trees - photo by Tim Grams.

SNOW - SNOW - SNOW

It's becoming a pattern....

I don't know about you but I know what I like when I see it. So when I come across a pattern on Facebook, Twitter or on the web I have to first see if I can find the pattern. Either it's freely attached or the link leads to where you can purchase this pattern.

I have a folder on my desktop that I fill with patterns whenever I see something that catches my eye. Afghans, scarves, wristers, novelty items etc. Now, mind you, I would never have the time to create all of the patterns that I squirrel away. Whether I have the time or not I just have to have the pattern for future use.

So I am going to share with you some patterns that have caught my eye in the last month or so. They are all free patterns and you can get started right away. I hope you like them as much as I do.

(There are so many great blogs and pages out there that share patterns. You should like as many pages as possible because you never know when an image will come across that you just have to have the pattern for. There is a great community of artists out there and they should inspire you to always try something new and to use a color you may never have looked at before. )

This crochet heart pattern comes from Artist of Hats - Handmade by Jose Crochet. Here's the pattern: http://jose-crochet.blogspot.nl/2012/09/free-pattern-heart.html

These lovely pin cushion design come from BautaWitch.se. The pattern is derived from the African Flower pattern. Here's the pattern: http://bautawitch.se/2014/01/19/diy-sota-naldynor-av-afrikanska-blommor/ Scroll down and you'll find the pattern in English.

This crocheted Heart Sachet comes from Petals to Picots. They are one of my favorite pages to follow. Lovely work. Here's the pattern: http://www.petalstopicots.com/2014/01/crochet-heart-sachet-pattern/

Here's another pattern from Petals to Picots. This crochet Mason Jar Cozy would make the cutest gift. Here's the pattern: http://www.petalstopicots.com/2014/01/crochet-mason-jar-cozy-pattern/

This Peacock Feather Square is from Banana Moon Studio. So Colorful! Here's the pattern: http://bananamoonstudio.blogspot.com/2013/03/happy-national-crochet-month.html

Drops Design always does spectacular work. I couldn't resist this pattern! http://www.garnstudio.com/lang/us/pattern.php?id=4478&lang=us 

These Neon Love Mitts come from PomPom C Millamia. So cute! http://www.pompommag.com/neon-love-mitts-millamia-limited-edition-lime/

Little Sister Hat by Linda Perlman. Photo: 2011 by Brandy Fortune.http://www.petitepurls.com/Spring11/spring2011_c_littlesister.html

It's a Hoot Owl Container - This is just adorable. The pattern comes from my favorite place. Red Heart. http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/its-hoot-owl-container

This Hearth & Home Rug from Red Heart just looks go comfy. Love it! http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/hearth-home-rug

This elegant afghan is next up on my list of projects.  You can find this Crochet Textured Throw at Red Heart too! http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/crochet-textured-throw

One of my printables!

Mittens.....

With the Polar Vortex finally on the move, there are plenty of you out there in endless snow, ice, and cold....Let's warm up those hands and take a look at some mittens....

These snow mittens come from Nadzeya at http://infantilli.blogspot.ru/2013/01/my-first-real-crochet-mittens.html So elegant....

These Modern Mittens in neon colors come from The Production Dept.

 From Sanna & Sania come Virka Vantar (Crochet Mittens) The site is in a different language - But if you copy and translate with the translate button at the top right corner you can get the pattern in English. http://sannaochsania.blogspot.ie/2013/01/virka-vantar.html

Crochet Mittens from Evas Studio by Evas Studio - H.B. California, Craftsy.com

Cloud Mitten Crochet Pattern in Children's Sizes. DesignByKatieHanken on Etsy.com

Chunky Mitten Pattern from The Yvestown Blog.  http://www.yvestown.com/chunky-mittens/

DIY: Cozy Mitten Garland by Caught on a Whim. Here's the pattern! http://www.caughtonawhim.com/2012/12/diy-cozy-mitten-garland.html

Crocheted November Mittens by Brenda K.B. Anderson in Crochet One-Skein Wonders on Homemade Holiday 101.

Cute Mouse Mittens by warmyourself on Etsy.com.

Poster by irosebot on Etsy.com.

STAY WARM....

The color, purple......

The Pantone color of 2014 has been announced...and the winner is....Radiant Orchid. This bright, lavendaresque color springs hope eternal. Let's use it as inspiration in a project this year!

Coffee Cozy from MamaSweetPeaCrochet.

Baby Booties from LovelyCrochetBoutiq.

Hairpin Crochet Shawl - White, Purple, Orchid and Antique Rose by annerstreet.

Crochet Cluster Afghan from Micheal's.com.

Dish Clothes by moomettescrochet.ecrater.com

Crochet Cup Cozy by Akamatra.

Passionate About Purple Crochet Throw by Red Heart.

Crochet Purple Pansy Flower Bracelet Ring by meekssandygirl.