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GENERAL NEWS
AWARDS
VOTE FOR US
WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT
BIBLE TRIVIA
PAGES UPDATED
NEW LINKS
MEMBER PATTERNS
CROCHET STITCH, TECHNIQUE or TIP
VIEWER FEEDBACK
CONTEST/GIVE-AWAY INFORMATION
CLASSIFIED SECTION
HUMOR

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You have heard that it was said, "YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR, and hate your enemy." But I say to you, love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you in order that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven; for He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.

Matthew 5:43-45

And He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. He who has believed and has been baptized shall be saved; but he who has disbelieved shall be condemned.

Mark 16:15-16

Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is being renewed day by day. For momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison, while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal.

2 Corinthians 4:16-18

And behold, a certain lawyer stood up and put Him to the test, saying, "Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?" And He said to him, "What is written in the Law? How does it read to you?" And he answered and said, "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself." And He said to him, "You have answered correctly; do this, and you will live."

Luke 10:25-28

FREE PATTERNS

The following patterns will be added to our Free Patterns soon.

BABY AFGHAN SQUARE

TEDDY BEAR AFGHAN SQUARE

CORRECTION TO CREATION TRIVIA

Many thanks to bhpsassy for pointing out to me that for question 10...

I had:

What did God tell Adam & Eve would happen if they ate from or touched the forbidden tree?

and it should have read:

What did God tell Adam & Eve would happen if they ate from the forbidden tree?

I have since updated the page.

The following link(s) have been added to our links pages.

ROBBIE'S CROCHET

(SUBSCRIBERS SEE THESE FIRST)
However, these patterns will be added to Crochet 'N' More's website
after the next issue is sent out.

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CROCHET STITCH, TECHNIQUE or TIP

(A different crochet stitch and/or tip featured in each issue...
to be added later to the Crochet Basics page)

If you know of any stitch I have omitted from our basics pages please drop me a line.

Post Stitches
Submitted by Mary

FPDC = Front Post Double Crochet
Yo, insert hook from the front side from right to left around post of st on previous row, complete the indicated stitch.

BPDC = Back Post Double Crochet
Yo, insert hook from the back side from right to left around post of st on previous row, complete the indicated stitch.

The following page includes illustrations on these:
http://crochet.about.com/hobbies/crochet/library/weekly/aa060797.htm

You can find these and many other stitch abbreviations and instructions on my Basics page:
http://www.crochetnmore.com/123basics.htm

You can also see video of the stitches here:
http://www.stitchguide.com/stitches/crochet/stitch_pages/cro_front_back_post.html

ILLUSTRATED BASIC CROCHET INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE BEGINNER:

HOW TO DO A STARTING CHAIN

SINGLE CROCHET (click here for instructions)

HALF DOUBLE CROCHET (click here for instructions)

DOUBLE CROCHET (click here for instructions)

TRIPLE CROCHET (click here for instructions)

CROCHET TIP:

How many squares do I need for an afghan?

The number of squares you need for an afghan depends on how large of an afghan you want.
Just measure one of the squares and do the following:
If the finished square is 6" x6" and you want a blanket that is 60" x 60"
then you need to make the project 10 squares x 10 squares. Keep in mind that joining
the squares will increase the size a bit.

WE'RE RUNNING OUT OF STITCHES TO FEATURE!
If you have a stitch or tip you'd like to see here drop us a line and include "STITCH/TIP" as the subject.
Please include your name and/or state of residence if you'd like to be recognized for your submission.

VIEWER FEEDBACK

NOTE: Any comments left on the CNM website or sent via email may be posted here.

RE: The Dog House

I haven't made the sweater yet, but I plan to make several. For those of you who love to crochet and have completed your dog's wardrobe, how about making some more to donate to your local Humane Society or Shelter for those little guys who are awaiting adoption? Yarn must be machine washable and dryable.

Our climate doesn't require sweaters, so I'll donate the ones I make.

Deena in Austin, TX

RE: TheDogHouse-Schotzie Sweater

I wanted to thank you for the adorable sweater pattern! I made one over the weekend for my Boston Terrier, Simon. We often have a hard time with store-made sweaters fitting because Bostons have such a deep chest. But yours fit perfectly! I ran out and bought a couple more skeins of yarn so I can make him a few more! I can’t wait to try the patriotic one too!

Stacie
Columbus, OH

GOSH, THANK U SO MUCH FOR SHOWING ME HOW TO DO MORE THAN THE HALF SHELL STITCH= U ARE ALL A BLESSING TO ME AND MANY OTHERS
OPAL HOOKS

RE: Thank you and need assistance

Hi Lisa,
My name is Dolores and I live in New Jersey. I would like to say
thank you for such an enjoyable site. It has been very helpful in
teaching me how to read directions. I saw a very pretty dolphin afghan
on your site that I would like to try to make for my daughter. I don't
understand what is meant by carry the unused color to the position you
will need it on the next row. Can you help me?
Again thank you and may God bless you as you exalt Him by having such a
wonderful site. What a blessing.
Dolores

>> reply <<

Hi Dolores:

You're very welcome and thank you for such a nice
compliment. I'm glad to know the information I've
included in my website is helpful to others.

You can carry unused colors and pick them back up
when needed. Carrying a color simply means you lay
the unused color along the top of the stitches and work
over it.

Read over this page and let me know
if this information is helpful to you:
http://www.crochetnmore.com/chartcrochet.htm

Lisa

I am a Christian. Our ladies group starting meeting in September 2003 to crochet afghans and make quilts for the local nursing home. I never had any desire to crochet, however, I joined the ladies group. One night at the ladies meeting I decided I was going to learn this hobby. I tried and tried and tried,however, I got totally frustated and threw it across the table 3 times!! To make a long story short I have now crocheted 15 tobaggans, 1 baby afghan and 7 headbands!! JUST CANT GET ENOUGH!!!! My husband Bobby loves going to the craft dept now looking for yarn. Love looking at pattern page. Thank you

suzie facemire

I am a Christian. I just learned how to crochet this past November '03. As a child my grandmother would crochet clothes for my Barbie Dolls, I never really appreciated her hard work. I have completed 4 scarfs and currently working on an afghan for a soon to arrive great-niece. I'm looking forward to receiving your newsletter with many helpful tips. As soon as I build up some speed and learn a few more stitches I would like to get involved in a local group that makes items for a hospital nursery. Thank you!! Marie Werle

Marie Werle

I love your page of patterns. I want to visit often. Thank you. Pat todd

Im new to this site. And its quickly becoming my faviort. Thanks.
Gloria Chase

:) Yes, I agree. Thank you very much for all the work you put into this page. You have helped so many people learn a new skill that they will probably teach to someone else in return. I'm sure you've made many people happy.

Julie

GOSH, THANK U SO MUCH FOR SHOWING ME HOW TO DO MORE THAN THE HALF SHELL STITCH= U ARE ALL A BLESSING TO ME AND MANY OTHERS

Opal Hooks

CONTEST/GIVE-AWAY INFORMATION

Enter the new contest at Creative Enterprises !

>> AFGHAN CONTEST <<

Submit your original afghan designs and win big!

One $500 Winner will be selected from each category below.
The $1500 Grand Prize Winner will be selected from the
$500 winners for a total prize of $2000.
Categories are:

Enter as often as you like in as many categories as you wish.

For rules and entry form, please send a
business size stamped, self-addressed envelope to:

Mary Maxim 2004 Afghan Contest
Attn: Becky Symons
2001 Holland Ave.
Port Huron, MI 48060

Completed entry forms must be received by May 15, 2004.
Afghan entries must be received by June 15, 2004.

The contest is sponsored by Bernat, Caron, Lion Brand, Patons & Red Heart.
This information can be found in the Spring 2004 Mary Maxim catalog on page 38.

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CROCHET PET PEEVES
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Do you have a crochet pet peeve?
Something you dislike about patterns, or a certain stitch?
Now's the time to air them!
Send your pet peeve to Cylinda at Crochet Memories!
Click below to send an e-mail including your pet peeve:
cylinda@crochetmemories.com

* My Pet Peeve:
By Cylinda Mathews

My personal pet peeve is to find an error at the very end of
a big pattern. About 6 years ago, I chose a lovely tablecloth
pattern from either a Magic or Decorative Crochet magazine
to make for my mom. On the last two rnds, after months of
working on this cloth, I found an error. Because these patterns
are in symbol crochet, and the edge of the cloth was hidden in
the picture, I had to design my own edging. My other pet peeve
is an error at the very beginning. If you can't figure it out, or
contact the designer, you can't even begin!

What's your pet peeve?

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HUMOR

Real answers given by children.

Q: Name the four seasons.
A: Salt, pepper, mustard and vinegar.

Q: How is dew formed?
A: The sun shines down on the leaves and makes them perspire.

Q: How can you delay milk turning sour?
A: Keep it in the cow.

Q: How are the main parts of the body categorized? (e.g., abdomen).
A: The body is consisted into three parts - the brainium, the borax and the abdominal cavity. The brainium contains the brain, the borax contains the heart and lungs, and the abdominal cavity contains the five bowels, A,E,I,O and U.

Q: What is the fibula?
A: A small lie.

Q: What does "varicose" mean?
A: Nearby.

Q: What does the word "benign" mean?
A: Benign is what you will be after you be eight.

Mrs. Goldberg was shopping at a produce stand in her neighborhood. She approached the vendor and asked, "How much are these oranges?"

"Two for a quarter," answered the vendor.

"How much is just one?" she asked.

"Fifteen cents," answered the vendor.

"Then I'll take the other one," said Mrs. Goldberg.

The Manhattan Commuter train was packed. Suddenly there was a jingle on the floor. Most necks were craned. One elderly gentleman, however, bent down and picked something up. He then asked, "Did anyone drop a half dollar?"

"I did," answered three men at once.

"Well," said the elderly gent with a smile, "here's a dime of it."

Top Ten Things You NEVER Want to Hear the Orkin Man Say

10) "EEEEEKKK!!!!!!"

9) "Exterminator down! Exterminator down! Send backup!!! Extermin..."

8) "The GOOD news is... you have termites."

7) "Do you happen to have a large net?"

6) "You know, I'm also a taxidermist."

5) "Ma'am, I'm afraid you need to let me take the oatmeal raisin cookies with me."

4) "FIRE IN THE HOLE!"

3) "Hi, I'm Willie Nelson and I'll be your exterminator today."

2) "Duck!"

1) "Shazbot! I accidentally killed Mindy!"

Over the years, my husband and I have usually managed to decode the cute but confusing gender signs sometimes put on restaurants' restroom doors (Buoys and Gulls, Laddies and Lassies, etc.), but every so often we get stumped.

Recently my husband Dave wandered off in search of the men's room and found himself confronted by two marked doors. One was labeled "Bronco," and the other was designated "Cactus." Completely baffled, he stopped a restaurant employee passing by. "Excuse me; I need to use the restroom," Dave said. Gesturing toward the doors, he asked, "Which one should I use?"

"Actually, we would prefer you to go there," the employee said, pointing to a door down the hall marked "Men."

"Bronco and Cactus are private dining rooms."

When I was introduced to a couple visiting our congregation, I decided to remember their names by noting they were the same as those of two characters in a popular children's story.

After the services I stopped to talk to them, and as they were saying goodbye I teased, "Be careful going up that hill! But you must get that all the time."

They smiled politely but said nothing. After they left, my husband asked, "What was that all about?"

"Jack and Jill. Up the hill. Remember?" I said.

"Yes, but what does that have to do with," he pointed to the couple, "Dick and Jane?"

A man scolded his son for being so unruly and the child rebelled against his father. He got some of his clothes, his teddy bear and his piggy bank and proudly announced, "I'm running away from home!"

The father calmly decided to look at the matter logically. "What if you get hungry?," he said.

"Then I'll come home and eat!," bravely declared the child.

"And what if you run out of money?"

"I will come home and get some!," readily replied the child.

The man then made a final attempt, "What if your clothes get dirty?"

"Then I'll come home and let mommy wash them," was the reply.

The man shook his head and exclaimed, "This kid is not running away from home; he's going off to college."

On the way back to New York as I was sitting in the Phoenix airport, they announced that the flight to Vegas was full. The airline was looking for volunteers to give up their seats. In exchange, they'd give you a $100 voucher for your next flight and a first class seat in the plane leaving an hour later. About eight people ran up to the counter to take advantage of the offer.

About 15 seconds later all eight of those people sat down grumpily as the lady behind the ticket counter said,

"If there is anyone else OTHER than the flight crew who'd like to volunteer, please step forward..."

I got the strangest recording when I called the phone company the other day.

It said, "You have been connected to the correct department on the first try. This is against company policy. Please hang up and redial."

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