No. I'm not on the edge of insanity. Well, maybe I am, but I'm referencing a different kind of edge right now. Yeah, baby, I am talking about crocheting on the edge of a pillowcase.
I love how this looks. I have Beata from Rose Hip to thank for the amazing inspiration. I haven't been this obsessed excited about creating something lovely for a long time. Thanks, Beata.
I've decided to host a little pillowcase-crochet-along called On The Edge... Can you play?
On The Edge... will work like this:
Week 1: Getting the Goods--This week we will be gathering supplies.
Week 2: Stitching up a Storm--We will sew a pillowcase with a flap that hides the end of your pillow.
Week 3: A Firm Foundation--This week we will prepare the pillowcase for edging.
Week 4: On the Edge--We will crochet the scallop pattern and post to Flickr (We'll see if I can actually get a group set up.)
Sounds like fun. Don't you think? Even if you don't crochet, you should give this a try. I will include links on how to do the crochet stitches and recommend resources for beginners. I didn't crochet much beyond a simple chain until a few weeks ago. Really. It's not that hard. You can do it!
Here's what you need to do if you would like to join me...
- Leave a comment telling me you want to play.
- Grab the On the Edge...button from my sidebar and post it on your blog if you have one. I hope the button works. I am trying to make friends with Photoshop Elements and HTML. They're prickly personalities, for sure. I just know I will love them once I get to know them, though.
- Watch for the Week 1 post next Monday, March 1st.
See? Easy. I hope you can play.
XOXO~ Cassie
I'm game, I really love these pillowcases. My Granny made me loads of crochet edges but I'm too chicken to use them so I'll make my own.
I might have trouble keeping up on 3rd week as I'm on holiday but I'll catch up, promise.
Posted by: Ana in Barcelona ;-) | February 22, 2010 at 08:37 AM
Oh Ya I'm playing for sure!!
Thanks Cassie for figuring this out and being such a great inspiration. also thanks to Beata.
julie
goin right now to add to my blog
Posted by: Julie | February 22, 2010 at 08:38 AM
Beautiful, just beautiful.
Posted by: nanette | February 22, 2010 at 08:49 AM
I don't normally do SALs but I'm all over this. Those pillowcases are too cute not to join in. :)
Posted by: RC | February 22, 2010 at 08:51 AM
I'm all over this! I've done a couple of pillowcases for my girls and their friends, and they all love them. But those were flannel. Since summer is coming up I really need more summery pillowcases.
Posted by: MichelleB | February 22, 2010 at 09:25 AM
I am in--I'm so in love with these. Thank you so much for doing this--lots of work, I'm sure!
Posted by: Molly | February 22, 2010 at 09:29 AM
I'm ready. Hooray!
Posted by: Debbie S. | February 22, 2010 at 09:29 AM
I love your pillowcases! I'm in, although we will be moving in 2.5 weeks, so may get a bit behind.
Posted by: Bridget | February 22, 2010 at 09:47 AM
I can not resist. I am in. THank you for the opportunity. This is my first SAL.
Posted by: Leslie B | February 22, 2010 at 09:52 AM
Count me in. Thanks for organizing this.
Posted by: Denise | February 22, 2010 at 10:24 AM
I made pillow cases for everyone for Christmas. Everyone except me! This sounds like the greatest motivation to make a special one just for me! Sign me up!
Posted by: Loralynn | February 22, 2010 at 10:38 AM
This is my first SAL, too! Can't wait - I've been wanting a new look for our bed, and this will be perfect. Thanks!
Posted by: Christina | February 22, 2010 at 11:21 AM
Ok, since you can't come over for coffeethatyoudon'tdrink, I guess this will have to do. Because I'm so jealous that you know how to do this!
Posted by: Maria | February 22, 2010 at 12:54 PM
Oh, and I forgot to tell you that your playlist rocks. It also makes you a cool mom!
Posted by: Maria | February 22, 2010 at 12:56 PM
I've been watching these come through my reader thinking I really want to try that one day. Thanks for making one day happen!!!
Posted by: kesch | February 22, 2010 at 01:23 PM
Count me in too. I would love to join the fun. Been inspired myself since you first posted about these pillowcases but have not acted up it as of yet. This will be just the push I need. Thanks for hosting
Posted by: Kymberly | February 22, 2010 at 01:41 PM
i want to do this! my quilt-along is ending next week so i will have time to do it. i am assuming you will help us a bit with the crochet how-to? :)
Posted by: randi | February 22, 2010 at 02:22 PM
I definitely want to play along. I've admired these pillowcases for sometime and now I can make my own. I can't wait!
Posted by: Sheddy | February 22, 2010 at 03:12 PM
Now SEE??? What'd we tell you? Look at all these people coming out of the woodwork! Love the new button -- I can't wait!!!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | February 22, 2010 at 03:18 PM
Would love to learn how to make these. So cute. Thanks!
Posted by: Anna | February 22, 2010 at 03:57 PM
I am definately in on this. I love those pillowcases. I can see that they would make lovely gifts for special people.
Jane 80)
Posted by: Riches Stitches | February 22, 2010 at 04:15 PM
Count me in! I also love the way they look.
Posted by: Laura Penna | February 22, 2010 at 05:18 PM
These pillowcases are gorgeous and I do need some new challenge, so I want to play! I haven't tried myself at crochet since I was twelve, but we'll see what I can do.
Posted by: Sylvie | February 22, 2010 at 05:34 PM
Count me in as well. If I can make a pillow that looks half as pretty as one of yours, I'll consider it a success. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this.
Posted by: Alisa | February 22, 2010 at 06:21 PM
I am definately in on this one. The pillowcases are fantastic!!
Posted by: Karen | February 22, 2010 at 07:20 PM
ohhh-can I play? I don't have a blog anymore but here's my email:
[email protected]
thanks!-Laurie!
Posted by: Laurie | February 22, 2010 at 07:49 PM
I want to play too! count me in x
Posted by: Tracey | February 22, 2010 at 08:18 PM
I would love to join in on the pillow case fun. I don't have blog but I do have a flickr account. So, please count me in.
Posted by: Anita | February 22, 2010 at 09:15 PM
Simply breath taking Cassie!
Posted by: Lisa | February 23, 2010 at 03:00 AM
Pick me! Pick me! I want to play :-) I'm the wife of the motorcycle man in the pic.
Posted by: Suzanne | February 23, 2010 at 07:13 AM
I'm so excited! I thought pillow cases like these were lost to modern women. Then I saw the beautiful work that led to your fixation. I'm so happy you figured it out and want to teach others! I'm looking forward to March 1.
Posted by: Tonya | February 23, 2010 at 11:55 AM
Please count me in. I have been going nuts trying to research how to crochet these beauties! I'll try to post the button on my blog, but as I'm brand-spanking new to this blogging thing, it might not make it there.
Posted by: Sarah Mitchell | February 23, 2010 at 12:41 PM
These are so cute! To be honest I first saw examples of these in my friends etsy shop that she made. Then after, I saw them on your blog and that you were thinking about doing a "play along" =) I am very much in and am glad that you are starting next week as this week I'll be out of town. YAY!
Posted by: Jennwith4 | February 23, 2010 at 02:59 PM
i'm in.
i'm so in.
i could write a song about how in i am.
Posted by: brigette | February 23, 2010 at 06:24 PM
include me too!
i'm seeing red and white polka dots with red edging.
Posted by: melissa | February 23, 2010 at 06:54 PM
I am so in! I've never done any kind of 'along', so I am super duper excited! I love your work. Thanks for the opportunity.
Posted by: Eve Grand | February 23, 2010 at 08:29 PM
See, see oh playmate. I want to play with you!
But I am having trouble with the the button thing. I am new to blogging and this will be my first button, if I can figure it out.
Posted by: Laurel | February 23, 2010 at 08:41 PM
Oh, I want to! I think I'll go watch some youtuby's to see if I can remember crochet. I'll need help on that.
Jody
Posted by: Gumbo Lily | February 23, 2010 at 09:20 PM
I think I can...? I'll try... a little nervous about what technological abilities I might lack! sp
Posted by: Sarah P | February 23, 2010 at 09:26 PM
I gotta play along too. I made six of these last month and need to do more. I didn't have a double thread on the foundtion row though. I'm bound to pick up some tips.
Posted by: Janet | February 24, 2010 at 12:49 AM
i HAVE to try! Count me in.
Posted by: Grace | February 24, 2010 at 04:52 AM
I'm up for trying!
Posted by: Christy | February 24, 2010 at 05:58 AM
Oh how fun! I want to play. Thanks.
Posted by: Annette | February 24, 2010 at 09:09 AM
I'm definitely playing!
S.W.A.K.
Posted by: Marsha | February 24, 2010 at 09:21 AM
I want to do this. I have only done minimum crochet but I'm willing to learn! I will put your button on my blog.
Posted by: Renee Lange | February 24, 2010 at 09:21 AM
I'm totally going to play! I love to crochet. I love to sew. I love pillow cases. I love pillowcases with crochet trim. ;o) And I LOVE your button!
Posted by: Jodi | February 24, 2010 at 11:01 AM
Yes, I would like to give this a try. I have a niece that is getting married this summer, and the pillowcases would make a nice gift :)
Posted by: Rainycreekranchlife.blogspot.com | February 24, 2010 at 01:42 PM
I so want to make a million of these!! These are so pretty.
Posted by: Anne Marie | February 24, 2010 at 01:43 PM
I would love to play! I love to make pillowcases and love to crochet. My grandmother used to always be crocheting an edging on something.
Peggy
Posted by: Peggy | February 24, 2010 at 03:04 PM
I thought I already posted , so here I go again but I would love to play
kathy
Posted by: Kathy Wetherell | February 24, 2010 at 04:03 PM