I’ve been busy working this month by trying out some fun and new crochet patterns, along with getting ready for my next show. I am hoping throughout the year to continue to try out a bunch of different patterns from the many crochet books and patterns that I have. Check out my next show Garver …
With Winter Weather upon us and some extra time spent indoors, you may think what would be a fun activity to do? One of my favorites is to take the time during the Winter season to work on some crochet projects. What’s better than finding a fun new activity to learn and try. Many times, …
Even though my season for craft shows has come to an end this year, you can still get a selection of my items at some local shops. If you are still looking for some last minute holiday gifts, consider supporting small businesses in your area. Find unique gifts on your holiday shopping list and at …
I’m excited to announce that Crafty Side of Karen will have a selection of crocheted items available at The Black Cat Café & Gallery in Stoughton, WI. Alexandra is the owner and amazingly talented artist behind this new Café & Gallery. She will be having a gallery opening on October 29 at 2pm (183 W. …
I thought it would be fun to do a video of me working on crocheting an Amigurumi cherry. This video is 10x the speed I would normally be able to crochet. It would be amazing if I could crochet this fast! I would be able to get a ton more done. What most people do …
I’ve been busy this Summer trying out some new crochet patterns and getting stocked up for my craft shows I will be participating in September, October & November. Check out these new items at one of my upcoming shows or they can be order from my shop. Also there are new products videos I have …
I’m excited to announce that Crafty Side of Karen is now on Google Business! This is a next big step in my small business. I want thank everyone that continues to support and help my small business to continue to grow. I continue to enjoy creating my adorable amigurumi crocheted items and new watercolor painting …
When I am doing a craft show, I will tell people that I do Amigurumi crochet and explain what it is. Many people have never heard of it, but are delighted at “how cute” these items I make are. Most people ask me “Do you make these?” Yes I do hand crochet each item. I …
Looking for a custom order? I get asked at shows quite often if I do custom orders. The answer is YES! These are one of my favorites to do. It allows me the chance to try out new patterns and meet new customers. Most recently, I was asked to create a banana which I had …
I’m excited to have some new items coming to my shop and also will be available at my next show on February 12th! Some new Valentine’s Day items will be available: chocolate covered strawberries and Valentine’s cupcake. Also new is the slice of pepperoni pizza and donuts. It’s always fun to try out some new …
