To Knit or Crochet Smart.



How to knit or crochet smart? Just remember, the most glamorous and festive garments are made with basic techniques. You do not necessarily need to follow someone else's instructions. Design your own project.

It is not as difficult as it seems. That's what this site is all about. Something tells me that you are interested in these subjects. You are not alone. There are a lot of us who feel the same way.

  • According to the Craft Yarn Council of America, 53 million of American women (36%) know how to do needlework, a 51 percent increase over the past 10 years.

See? You are in a good company!

Why have I designed this site? Here is the story. I have always loved crafting. I started to learn how to knit, to crochet and to sew all at the same time. This "young talent" was about 9 years of age. My Mom was very kind to me. She never scolded me for all those fabrics which were cut during my sewing experiments. She realized, that practice is the only way to learn something. My Mom was right.

For many years I have made clothes for myself and others - everything from skirts to coats. And, of course, my crochet hooks and knitting needles always accompanied me - sweaters and scarves, socks and hats, lace shawls and pullovers, toys and doilies.

Perhaps everyone has a day when she/he realizes that it is the time to share with people all available "treasures". Today my time has come. Through out the years I've used different techniques for my projects, accumulated a list of books and notes, which I hope will benefit you.

It is a "HOW-TO-DO" information site. To use this information you don't need to be a very skilled master. Most of the glamorous and festive projects can be made with the simplest possible patterns and basic techniques.

What you can expect to find in this website...

Crochet Doll Pattern

Knit a Sweater

Knit or Crochet Project

Knitting Help

The information is now literally in your hands for you to enjoy. Follow step by step instructions or be creative - the choice is yours. Once each hand does its job, the yarn cooperates, and your work starts to look like a real masterpiece, you can relax and enjoy the process. Your dreams become true! Let me wish you to follow our favorite hobby with pleasure and enjoyment.

Baby Crochet Pattern. Play and be creative..
In order to make baby crochet pattern you have to remember your childhood. Just play and be creative. You will be amazed by the results.

Knitting Instructions. Knit for Kids.
Knitting Instructions about making your kids looking like nobody else's. Be creative to make them look special.

To knit toys. To crochet toys.
Idea to knit toys sounds like pretty strange one. Any toy can be bought at the store. But how many of those store-bought toys will make you smile?

How to Make a Garment. Knitting and Crocheting Patterns
If you've ever tried to make a garment, you know that the major concern is whether it will fit you. Learn how to make a pattern for you garment.

A skirt pattern for crochet or knitting project. How to make it.
Make a simple skirt pattern for crochet or knitting project according to YOUR measurements. It will save you a lot of time.

Needlework Videos. Crochet and Knitting.
Needlework videos for the majority of people who are the visual learners. Watch how to knit and crochet.

How to Knit and Crochet Forum.
Knit and Crochet Forum is for creative crafters. No metter how experiance you are. Do not like to knit and crochet following instructions? Have your own ideas or questions? Would like to share your works? Join us! Help and be helped.

Knit Blog.Crochet Blog.
The Knit Blog keeps you up-to-date with all additions and changes to the smart-knit-crocheting.com Web site. Subscribe here.

The Fresh Release of Crochet Magazine "Duplet", # 131.
Frost is not a Gevernor fot the skilfull.

Modern Russian language crochet magazine with a lot of patterns and pictures (color and BW).


In this issue:

Designs and patterns inspired by frosty laces on windows in winter. Inspirational color models of Ukrainian designers and new freeform designs by famous Milash Studio.