Donna Collinsworth
I am a 16 year veteran of the craft industury. My specialty is crochet design, but I will tackle any crochet especially if it involves recycling. Thrift store is a passion!
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A Purse to Make for Any OccasionHow to crochet a purse using ribbon. -
Echoing Heart Tote Crochet PatternHow to crochet a tote with a heart design using a loop texture stitch. -
Patchwork Purse Crochet PatternHow to make a purse with the look of patchwork but all done in crochet. -
Making a Crochet Heart Bolo Style NecklaceHow to crochet a heart bolo style necklace. -
Making a Coin Crochet NecklaceHow to make a coin necklace in crochet. -
Decreasing Circles Necklace - A Crochet PatternHow to take different sized crochet circles sewn together to make a lovely necklace. -
Messenger Bag with Stripes and Blocks of ColorHow to crochet a messenger style bag with the addition of stripes and blocks of color. -
Thrifty Gift Ideas for a Plant LoverGreat budget wise ideas for gifts for a plant lover. -
Three Color Inter Looped BeltInter locking loops belt to crochet. Build on piece on top the other you can make a belt as long or short as you need. -
Snowman Topped Gift BoxCrochet snowman topped gift box to make yourself. -
Snowman Candy or Treat CupGreat for parties, this snowman candy cup is also fast and easy to make. -
Cute Snowman Pin to CrochetWith the detail of a much larger snowman, this pin is perfect for your sweater or coat. -
Thrifty Gifts with a Reader in MIndIdeas for inexpensive gifts for the reader you know.
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How to Give MemoriesEasy ideas to give memories as a gift. -
Board Book Art TotesMake great totes with art from board books. -
Lion Suede Eggplant PurseThere is no such thing as too many purses and here is one to crochet. -
How to Make Jewelry from Doll AccessoriesHow to turn doll shoes, purses, etc into bracelets and necklaces.
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Crochet Snowman Pillow to MakeFun fur yarn snowman to applique to your pillow top. A great Christmas craft idea.
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Snowman Head Ornaments to MakeA large and small snowman ornament to crochet for your tree.
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Two Simple to Make Snowman Icicle OrnamentsInstructions to make two icicle snowman ornaments in crochet.
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How to Make Mr. And Mrs, SnowmanCrochet a Mr. and Mrs. snowman doll that stands 6-1\2" tall.
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How to Make Bows from Curling RibbonHow to make bows using curling type of ribbon.
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Take Your Gift to the Next Level of GivingIdeas for wrapping your gift and turning it into a mini work of art.
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Make A Peppermint Snowman DollSnowman and peppermint candies come to my mind when I think of winter. So I've come up with this easy to crochet peppermint snowman that won't melt or get sticky.
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Peppermint Candy Inspired Treat BasketTreat Basket to crochet.
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Peppermint Candy Inspired Treat BoxAn easy to make treat box just right for the holidays.
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Crochet A Snowman On A Peppermint PillowDirections to make a cute little snowman that sits a top a large peppermint pillow.
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Thrifty Gifts With A Female In MindIdeas for gifts that stay within your budget.
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How To Make Wreaths With Thrift Store FindsChristmas wreath made from a few craft store items and things found from thrift store shopping.
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Pom-Pom Ornaments To MakeHow to crochet pom-pom look ornaments for your tree.
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Easy Snowman Faces OrnamentsThis quick to make snowman face cand take on many different looks, you are only limited by your imagination.
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13-inch Table Top Tree to Make13-inch table top tree to crochet.
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Lady Carolers for Your Tree or WreathHow to make 6-inch lady carolers to add to your decor, table, tree or wreath.
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Ribbon Candy with Peppermints Garland for Your TreeHow to crochet pepermint candies and ribbon candies and then turn them into a garland for your Christmas Tree.
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Peppermint Candy Ornament to MakeHow to make a peppermint candy ornament for your Christmas tree in crochet.
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Rickrack Garland for Your Christmas TreeHow to crochet a rickrack garland for your tree.
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JOY Christmas OrnamentHow to crochet the word JOY and turn it into a Christmas ornament.
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Spruce Up a Shirt with Granny SquaresHow to take a purchased shirt and personalize it with crochet granny squares.
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Granny Square RugHow to crochet your own granny square rug.
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How to Crochet Spiral Inspired MittensHow to crochet mittens with a spiral twist.
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How to Make a Spiral Purse in CrochetHow to take a simple crochet circle and turn it into a lovely spiral purse.
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How to Crochet a Spiral ScarfEasy to crochet spiral scarf pattern.
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How to Make Your Own Echidna: An Anteater from AustraliaCrochet your own Echidna, an anteater found in Australia.
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Glamour Sequin Doll Dress Crochet PatternCrochet a small doll a lovley sequin gown to wear.
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Getting Started Crocheting with BeadsCrocheting with beads can be easy and this simple project shows you how.
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How to Make a Crochet Flower Napkin RingHow to crochet a flower napkin ring.
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Room Re-Make with Crochet AccessoriesYou don't need hundreds of dollars to re-do a room. For a little over fifty dollars and crochet you can re-make a bedroom.
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How to Make a Woven PlacematPlacemats are a great way to dress up your table. This pattern features a unique woven texture to the placemat and allows one to constantly change the pattern around to get yet another new look for the same placemat pattern.
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Crochet a "Beaded" CurtainHow to crochet a "beaded" curtain for your room.
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How to Dress Up Your Room with Square Pillows and RugChange the look of your room by adding easy to make crochet pillows and rug.
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How to Make Round Pillows and Round Bulletin Boards for Your RoomDress up your rook with the addition of round pillows and bulletin boards.
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How to Make a MobilFun Mobil to make with yarn and embroidary hoops.
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How to Make a Wastebasket CoverEasy to make cover to dress up any wastebasket.
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How to Craft a Loop Covered FrameChange the look of any frame by adding this easy to crochet loop trim.
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How to Make a Self-Feeding Bird FeederThis eco-friendly project you get to be green by recycling old plastic bottles, be a friend to the animals by feeding the birds plus skip the daily chore of re-filling it with seeds.
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Fun to Make Jester Candle HolderThis handy little Jester can hold your candle in style. Everything you need is easily found at most home improvement and craft stores.
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How to Make a Tramp Art MirrorThis folk art was born in the 1930's and was made with easily found items. Operating on the notion of easily found items (cardboard) and the trade mark layering of Tramp Art you will find this project a fair translation of Tramp Art.
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Tassel Doll Crochet PatternThis fast to make project dresses one half of the doll and leaves the remainder to be made up of one long tassel. There are also instructions on how to make a simple glue together stand.
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Flower Fairy Crochet PatternThe little Flower Fairy is no taller than 5" and with the addition of a kitchen skewer you have a lovely addition to a bouquet of flowers or a little something extra to dress up a houseplant.
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Lady Wisteria Doll CraftThis project takes a doll torso, some fabric and silk flowers to create a beautiful doll fit to be displayed anywhere. As an extra bonus you also get instruction to make an easy to put together stand for the doll.
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How to Make Vacation Theme Stepping-StonesHow to take vacation souvenirs and turn them into stepping-stones for your garden.
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How to Make an Embroidery Floss NecklaceJewelry can be expensive to make, but by using embroidery floss you make a lovely necklace for a fraction of the cost.
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How to Make a Doll with Plastic Springs for It's SkirtMake a unique doll with plastic springs as its skirt. She can be used as decoration, birthday party give-away or even a pincushion.
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Crochet a Red, White and Blue Hippy PurseEasy, straight forward crochet pattern where a base of stripes with a navy topper, star, strap and of course fringe and you have your own hippy purse.
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Plastic Spring Sheep Dog How ToSheep dogs are cuddly and hairy. In this pattern the dog's hair has been replace by plastic springs for a unique and funny look.
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How to Make a Plastic Spring SnailCrochet snail pattern that uses a plastic spring toy for its shell. An easy project to make.
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Turn Water Bottle Lids into Fun CraftsWater bottle lid plant pad is a great way to recycle lids from water bottles, pop bottles and other drink bottles. It is a fairly easy craft to do so long as you have basic cutting skills.
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Fun and Funky Spring Topped HatThis easy to crochet this hat wa made more unique with the addition of plastic spring toys and large, black eyes.
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How to Make a Purse with RingsThis crochet pattern shows you how to make a purse and how to incorporate brass rings to give it a unique, one of a kind look.
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How to Make a Plastic Spring Pig ToySpring Pig toy is a great way to use thoes little plastic spring toys that kids bring home in party bags.
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How to Make a Plastic Spring Elephant ToyPlastic Springs are a little toy found in most birthday treat bags. Here is a great way to use them in an elephant toy.
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Hot New Trend Couture CuffsThere is a new trend in crafting and that is making couture cuffs. Find out were the cuff originated from and get ideas for making your own.
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Crochet Pattern: Cabin AfghanNot evenyone has the time to sit down and crochet. The Cabin Afghan pattern is on you can take along and crochet as you have time.
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Beaded Pendant and Necklace PatternCrocheting with beads need not be complicated. This beaded pendant and necklace pattern will show you how.
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How to Make a Pink Beaded Cluster NecklaceThis beaded cluster necklace is a great pattern to learn how to crochet with beads. It's simple in construction, but lovely in appearance.
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Butterflies Made from Plastic Spring ToysUnique crochet pattern using a plastic spring give away toy to make two different styled butterflies.
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Victorian Handkerchief DollHandkerchiefs with pretty lace edges and floral designs have been around a very long time. This craft takes a forgotten handkerchief from the drawer and turns it into a lovely sachet doll. Best of all it is a no sew project.
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Recycling and Crafting Can Go Hand in HandGet creative at how you look at things and you can make a house number plaque out items meant for the trash.
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Twin Ring Tiny Purse Crochet PatternTwin Ring Tiny Purses are just that. Two purses or pouches that hang conviently from a ring slipped over your finger. They are great to use when you need to take your valuables with you, but don't want to carry a large purse.
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How to Make a Christening Gown from Thrift Store FindsInspried by a picture of a beautiful Christening gown out of a sewing magazine, which cost hundreds of dollars to make, I went to my local thrift store to see what I could use from there to make one of my own.
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Greeting Card Frames: What to Do with All Those Birthday CardsYou receive cards for almost any occassion, but what do you do with all those cards. Here are three ideas to help you do just that.
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Easy to Make Clay Dough from Glue and BreadHere is a simple clay dough that you can make with items you probably already have on hand. Glue + Bread = Dough. Plus instructions on how to make a carrot necklace once the clay dough is made.
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How Do I Know I Am Getting a Great Deal at a Thrift StoreGood deals at thrift stores
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Crochet a Raised Hearts PurseFree crochet pattern to make a raised heart purse.
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How to Make a Plant Holder Out of TwigsBig the outdoors in with this twig plant holder you can make yourself.
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How to Recycle Unusual Items into a Chess SetRecycled electronic switches, indicator lights and more can easily be combined to make a one of a kind chess set.
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UFO's Out of Plastic SpringsPlastic Springs are those little bits of coiled plastic usually found in treat bags and vending machines. Why not make a UFO out of them?
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Thrift Store Shopping: How to Over Come the Problem of No Price on the Item You WantEvery thrift store I have ever been to has this policy: No Tag, No Sale. Here are some helpful tips on how to over come that problem and still buy the item you want.
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How to Make a Folded Felt NecklaceFelt has never looked so good. This unique folding method along with the unusual use of an oval shape will allow you to make a lovely necklace.
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How to Handle the Stigma of Thrift Store ShoppingThere is a stigma to shopping at thrift stores that accompany no other way of buying. This artical deals with that and gives some answers to dealing with that.
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Doll Pincushion Crochet PatternThis pincoushion combines the delicacy of a porcelin doll with the romanticism of a hand made heart and love of the art of crochet. If you can chain, slip stitch and single crochet you can make this doll pincoushion.
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Thrift Store Shopping ExperienceHow to get the most out of shopping at a thrift store and learning the rules along the way.
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Monopoly FrameMonopoly is a game as popular with players as it is with collectors. So what better way to give new life to some of the forgotten Monopoly games and show how much you like the game by making this Monopoly Board Picture Frame.