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 definitely going to try this!
Posted by: Kristen | March 05, 2010 at 09:43 PM
Please add me to the fun i enjoy all things handmade for the home.
Posted by: Carrie Hyatt | March 07, 2010 at 01:21 AM
I'm in. Thanks for organizing this!
Posted by: Charlene | March 07, 2010 at 09:43 PM
Cassie, I'm in I love your pillowcases...I'm adding your button and link now.
Keep Stitchen'
Bonnie
Posted by: Bonnie | March 07, 2010 at 10:17 PM
Ok, I'm hopping in late, but since I have a fabric stash the size of Africa and can crochet, I think I can catch up. I've been loving these pillow cases too...
Posted by: vanessa | March 08, 2010 at 08:53 PM
I want to play :)
Posted by: Jeannie | March 09, 2010 at 07:32 AM
I so want to play! Thanks so much for the wonderful instructions. I am so excited and am off to buy supplies...
Posted by: Vickie | March 09, 2010 at 09:54 AM
I'm late for the "party", but I'm sooooo IN!
Posted by: marcia | March 23, 2010 at 07:40 AM
Cassie thanks for the great tutorials.
I finally completed one and need to crochet the other will be posting to flicker tonite or Mon. am. I used worsted wool but next round I think I will try the lighter stuff. Had fun making these pillowcases. Had a little serger issue that is why I am late. Better late then never though. Oh ya and I think I overdosed on chocolate during my serger issue. Looking forward to next crochet technique.
Posted by: Carrie | March 28, 2010 at 09:18 AM
I want to play! I love your color sense...
Posted by: Kat Stewart | April 03, 2010 at 08:27 PM
I hope I'm not too late!!! I would really love to learn how to do this.
Posted by: Jenn in Seattle | April 29, 2010 at 06:23 PM
Hi Cassie...
I just wanted to thank you for your wonderful set of tutorials on the pillowcases...I didn't join then but I did follow along and am now just getting around to posting about them on my blog.
the pillowcases were so fun that i made 4 of them...(so far).
I linked to your blog from mine.
If you have time i would love for you to check them out...the post will be up first thing in the morning.
Thanks again...
lori
beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com
Posted by: Lori Holt | May 11, 2010 at 10:41 PM
I've posted about your sew along on my blog, The Handmade Experiment. Sorry its a month late! http://emilyflippinmaruna.wordpress.com/2011/04/03/make-make-monday-vintage-sheets-upcycled/
Posted by: Emily Maruna | April 03, 2011 at 10:58 PM
oooh, sounds good to me! Can't wait to make my own beautiful pillowcase.
Posted by: nichia | April 15, 2011 at 09:58 AM
Defitely going to try this, it looks lovely- thanks!
Posted by: Jo | April 22, 2011 at 11:22 AM
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Posted by: Daily Craft | June 22, 2011 at 02:28 PM
I really would like to play so I can do this even though I think I am challenged with these type hooks!
Posted by: Sabrina Jaye | August 27, 2011 at 07:02 PM
would like to do this, but don't have a blog to grab circle
Posted by: Debra | February 02, 2012 at 10:55 PM
What type of thread are you using for the edgings? Thank you for your help!
Posted by: Thea | February 04, 2012 at 10:28 AM
I would love to play, I work at a craft store and am always looking at ways to use fabric and yarn... this is going to kill 2 birds with one HOOK!! HA!
Posted by: Linda | July 09, 2012 at 09:34 PM
I see that I'm a few years late. My sisters and I want to make these pillowcases at our sisters weekend.
Posted by: Dana Ryan | March 25, 2013 at 06:08 AM
Oh, PLEASE, provide me with your tutorials for making these! I just found you and this project via Pinterest. Can't believe I missed all the original excitement! Can you help me out?
Posted by: Laura Palka | September 27, 2014 at 04:14 PM