Over the weekend I debated and was convinced that I was closing down Crochet Memories. While I don’t have many followers and even fewer who click through to read posts, I felt that impending deadlines just weren’t worth it.   Blackened Shrimp and Grits I was completely convinced when I discovered, that not only was the main site down, but the blog too. Yesterday we contacted tech support and she was able to restore both wordpress sites. The last time I talked with tech support, we were on the line for well over an hour and he didn’t know what he was doing. This is a test! Your response ..read more

It’s time for more Thursday ramblings… or is that jibberish? Plenty has happened over the last two weeks, primarily because I missed last week’s posting, so I’m playing catch-up!  Who knew that February could have so much happening?   (Image) First, our Super Bowl Party turned out great.  It was a small-ish party since two of our neighbors didn’t show, but the rest of us had a great time.  The food was plentiful and good – though not without extra work to “fix” recipes that weren’t quite working out.   In the end, everyone enjoyed the food and the game, and it wa ..read more

It’s hard to believe there is less than a month until St. Patrick’s Day! With Easter right around the corner, this fun holiday will lose focus sooner than usual. Don’t let it pass though without crocheting something special.   Wednesday’s Weekly Winners (St. Patrick’s Day Patterns) Like the fun pot of gold, or the towel ring! But if either of those isn’t to your fancy, how about shamrock coasters, napkin rings, or fun shamrock pins? May the road rise up to greet you – on your crochet journey!   Wednesday’s Weekly Winners (St. Patrick’s Day Patterns) St. Paddy’s Hat Towel Ring You ..read more

It’s President’s Day! For most of us, that simply means an extra day off work! Yay! I thought it would be fun to do a bit of digging and share a few favorite foods of past presidents!   (Image) Let’s dig in (or not), some are foods we all enjoy and others may be outdated, depending on how far back we travel. It’s as American as apple pie – and burgers!  Past presidents, though, always had favorites when it comes to food.  I’ve highlighted a few below.  I did not include links to recipes like Squirrel stew – ewwww!    John Kennedy White House Fettucine John Kenned ..read more

We finished Super Bowl Sunday with a great party and lots of food.  Now it’s on to Valentine’s and Mardi Gras.  And the big bonus, I’m sharing some recipes this week because they’re no longer available!    Chocolate Covered Strawberries I’m anxious to celebrate this week! We just finished up with Super Bowl with leftover goodies for Monday night’s dinner. And then bam – we’re celebrating Fat Tuesday, the beginning of Mardi Gras with Shrimp Creole and New Orleans-influenced dishes. Wednesday, it’s Valentine’s Day and we’re having a romantic meal of game hens – and I’m shar ..read more

Many associate the holiday season with Halloween through Christmas. But we also have an exciting holiday season starting after the beginning of the New Year. It’s Valentine’s, St. Patrick’s, and Easter!   Friday Features (Valentine’s, St. Patrick’s, & Easter Patterns) What’s your favorite of these holidays? Mine is Easter because of the religious significance of this holiday; Christ’s death and resurrection on the cross to save humanity from our sins! That’s a big WOW factor – it means I get to spend eternity in heaven having accepted Christ as my savior back when I was in junior hig ..read more

It’s been a quiet week though February is a fun month – once the holidays and special occasions start, that is! This week has been another trial of sorts…   Dad holding a picture of himself while serving in WWII It started the week prior when Dad was admitted to the ER three times. It’s not life-threatening since it seems to be a pulled leg/groin muscle, but extremely painful. With Dad nearing 100 years old, it’s crippling. But the good news is that he’s on the mend, though it will take time. Ramsey Then Ramsey was having problems. He’s in stage 5 of 6 with a heart murmur (common for his ..read more

It’s time for Wednesday’s Pattern Sale! For the next two weeks, these kitchen pattern sets are available for a reduced price! Country Diner Kitchen Set Olde Time Apple Kitchen Set Pineapple Kitchen Set   You’ll love the Country Diner kitchen set with a cute dress-style towel topper, plastic bag dispenser, dish soap cover, and more! But that’s not all, the Old Time Apple Kitchen collection is perfect for apple lovers with quite a few pieces, and last, but not least, the pineapple kitchen set includes a beautiful thread pineapple dish soap cover and broom cover – perfect! As with all ..read more

In today’s digital age, having a captivating online presence is paramount for artisans and crafters looking to showcase their creativity and reach a wider audience.   Photo by Arnel Hasanovic on Upsplash Violet Smith provides ten easy steps you’ll find helpful, effective, and well on your way to having a successful business. Launching your own arts and crafts website might seem daunting, but with the right guidance, it can be rewarding. Here, we present a comprehensive guide with ten easy steps to start your arts and crafts website. 1. Purchase a Domain Name In the vast digital ocean ..read more

I have a week’s worth of good eats planned!  I can’t wait to try Monday night’s dinner because it sounds intriguing and incredibly delicious.  Fish in the air fryer, yes, please, exquisite tasting chicken recipes – yeah!  And Mexican-influenced meals are right up my alley.  And then there’s Super Bowl… are you ready?    Spicy Peanut Soup with Sweet Potato + Kale (spinach) We enjoy trying recipes that are different. And Monday’s soup is definitely different, but it sounds so intriguing; I can hardly wait! From what I think is Indian-inspired to Mexican on Saturda ..read more