Hey there! Just wanted to pop in and let you all know that I have just published a new crochet pattern video. This time around it's for my Black Cat Slouch Hat pattern, which seems to be a real favorite. You know, this guy: So many of you have shared your cat hats, and I just love to see them! If you have made one of my patterns or projects and would like to share it with me, post it to my facebook page or tag me on instagram or twitter (@persialou) and don't forget to tag it #persialou if you are okay with me sharing your work. If you haven't subscribed to my youtube channel yet, I would love to have you join me over there. I have lots of fun videos in the works. I guess that's it! Enjoy the video and don't mind my goofy mugging. (If you don't see the video below, it may be ... [Read More]
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Make Your Own Giant Pom Pom Keychain – Video
I have a super fun, super quick craft for you all today. I have seen fun giant pom pom keychains popping up all over the place lately, and I wanted to make my own version of the trend. These are a lot of fun to make and easy to personalize however you like. They look great clipped onto your favorite bag and add oh so much personality - and good news! - I have a quick video to walk you through each step. Just keep scrolling... Here's everything you need to make your own (affiliate links included): Faux Fur Pom Pom (mine are made by Premier Yarns and are made to go on top of knit or crochet hats) Brass Finish Keychains Gold Jump Rings Jewelry Pliers Suede Tassels Eye Jewelry Connector Fruit Beads Add any other beads, tassels, or flair you like! Check ... [Read More]
New Video: Foundation Single Crochet
I've got a new crochet basics video up today - the foundation single crochet stitch! This is one of my favorite stitches, and one of my favorite ways to start off a new project. I've used it in all of the these patterns: Tasseled Neckerchief | Feather and Fan Baby Blanket | Black Cat Slouch Hat Check out the video below, and (please!) subscribe to my little baby youtube channel. I'll be your best friend for always if you do. :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FBi5zxtTI0 Happy Making! ... [Read More]
New Crochet Video : Feather and Fan Stitch
Happy Friday Friends! Just popping in to let you all know I've just published a new crochet video to my youtube channel. YAY! This video walks you through the feather and fan crochet stitch, which is one of favorite lacy crochet stitches and the stitch I used in my Chunky Feather and Fan Throw and my Feather and Fan Baby Blanket. I would love it if you checked it out and I would love you forever if you subscribed!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HL3SrVOyAGM Have a wonderful weekend! ... [Read More]
My First Crochet Pattern Video!
You. Guys. I am just bursting at the seams excited to share my latest giant behind the scenes project with you all. I just hit publish on my very first crochet pattern video! YAAAAAAY! So many crocheters prefer videos to written patterns, and this is something I have been wanting to do for over a year, but, guys, making videos is HARD. Especially good ones, and I really wanted to put something out there that I could be proud of (or at least not embarrassed by). So after hours and hours of researching every. little. thing., I have finally managed to put together a video that I am ready to release into the wilds of the internet. It's not perfect, but I kind of like it, and I hope you will too! Please come over and subscribe to my brand new baby youtube channel because, like I ... [Read More]
DIY Glossy Marbled Trees
These modern Christmas trees have a glossy, marbled look thanks to a fun paint drip technique. A big thanks to DecoArt for sponsoring this post! This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. You can read my full disclosure policy here. I'm a big fan of the whole marbling trend. I've already made a few marbled projects using marbled paper and nail polish marbling, but today I tried out a different technique. DecoArt sent me some of their new Americana Decor Maxx Gloss paint, and it's some pretty cool paint, guys. It is super glossy (as you may have guessed) and the paint flows really well so it levels out nicely and creates a really smooth finish. I thought that these qualities would make it the perfect paint for a drip paint project. I decided to try out the technique ... [Read More]