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 British Hand Knitting Confederation, 4 million women in the UK have an interest in knitting/sewing, 1.5 million of these are very interested.
• 448,000 men in the UK have an interest in knitting/sewing, 143,000 of these are very interested
• 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. Thank you, Mom!!! For many years I have made clothes for myself and others - everything from skirts to coats. And, of course, my knitting and crocheting always followed 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 accumulated treasures. Today is my day to do it. 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.

What will you find on this site? 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 basic techniques.

On this site:

• Step by step we will go with you through the number of real projects - scarves, pullovers, skirts, and so on. From the very first chain stitch to the finishing operations, to give life to your masterpiece.
• You will find a vast library of free patterns both crochet patterns and knitting patterns to increase your repertoire of stitches.
• Each pattern has its detailed description which includes: a photograph, row by row instruction, chart, and key abbreviations.
• You can find descriptions of different crocheting/knitting techniques to experiment with: filet crochet, entrelac technique, Afghan crochet, freeform crochet, crocheted patchwork quilting and others.

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 knitting/crocheting starts to look like a real masterpiece, you can relax and enjoy the process. Your dreams become true! Let me wish you to knit and crocheting with pleasure and enjoyment.