crochet


A Stitch in Time: Running Stitch

Learn how versatile the running stitch can be, a stitch that dates back to the beginning of sewing itself.

Repairing Mama’s Crocheted Tablecloth

The repairs turned out to be far more daunting than I had anticipated. Nearly every motif needed at least one repair; some of them were quite complex.

Dorset Buttons to Make

In the March/April 2018 issue of PieceWork, Pat Olski shares with us the fascinating history behind Dorset buttons and how to make them.

Celebrate International Lace Day!

Whether you recognize the day in February, June, or September there is always time for lace!

Giving Rickrack a Second Chance

Discover the original use for this misunderstood trim.

The Hand That Holds the Hook: Crochet from the Other Side

Working left-handed is much the same as right-handed, with just a little bit of difference.

PieceWork Summer 2022: Embellish!

Learn how the love of adornment inspired our summer Embellishment issue!

Practical Crochet? Give Me a Break

What did these Victorians know about practical? What were they thinking?

The Ingenious Miser’s Purse

How did the medieval practice of carrying one’s coins in a stocking evolve into this fascinating embellished Victorian-era wallet?

Honoring Australian Crochet

Learn what set Australian crochet designer Mary Card’s work apart from other designs in the early twentieth century.