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July 9, 2012 by: Melanie

Vintage-Inspired Candygram and Sharp Crochet Hook Review and Give-Away

This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to Meredith, the winner!
 
It’s the second week of Christmas in July, and I’m excited to bring my readers an EXTRA give-away this week!

A few weeks ago, the sweet folks over at Sharp Crochet Hook asked me to review their crochet hook product. I instantly wanted to give it a whirl. If you are a frequent reader of this blog, then you know I don’t post a ton of crochet projects on here, but I wanted to prove that the Sharp Crochet Hook can be used for general crafting purposes- not just crocheting purposes. 

The Sharp Crochet Hook is made with a pointy, sharp end. It definitely comes very sharp. This special end allows for crocheting through paper or fabric without having to pre-punch holes. Are you imagining your favorite crochet pattern on the edge of a cute card or on the hem of a skirt yet?

Since I’m reviewing the product during my Christmas in July series, I decided to make something with a holiday theme. Of course, this can be altered for any occasion. Introducing, the Vintage-Inspired Candygram!



I personally thinks this looks a little circa 1960- what about you?  But I like the happy, fun colors!
To make this candygram, I began with two pieces of brown cardstock. I used the tutorials from the Sharp Crochet Hook blog and The Sharp Crochet Hook Crochet Edging Handbook to join the cardstock with a decorative edging. Using the Sharp Crochet Hook allowed me to accomplish two things in this project: 1) Create a cute, decorative edging and 2) Adjoin the cardstock to create the candygram packet. 

It took me a few minutes to get the hang of crocheting through the paper. For one, I’m used to basic crocheting and having a row of chain stitches. With the Sharp Crochet Hook for this project, there is no need for the chain stitches (the paper is the “foundation”), so I was able to go right to work. Since I do consider myself an intermediate beginner in the crochet department, I began with an Easy Decorative stitch out of the Edging Handbook. I mastered it quickly, and I’m ready to move on to a bigger and badder one. 🙂

Note that the Sharp Crochet hook should only be used for the stitches that go into the paper or fabric. After that row is completed, a regular crochet hook (size 3 or 5) can be used. 

After completing the edging, to finish the candygram, I decorated the outside with colorful washi tape. I used a wooden shape from a Pick Your Plum grab box and Mod Podged a green background. I also used letters from a set of Mod Podgeable Papers to create the word “CANDY”.

Add your favorite candy cane for the holidays or other candy for whatever the occasion may be, and you have a unique, colorful candygram!

Would you like to try your hand at the Sharp Crochet Hook? One lucky reader will win a Sharp Crochet Hook and Crochet Edging Handbook (a $10.99 value). Eek! How awesome! I’m looking forward to creating a few more things with my hook, and I’m especially wanting to try it out on fabric! Want to join me? Enter the Rafflecoptor form below!



a Rafflecopter giveaway

Be sure to check out the Sharp Crochet Hook Website, blog, and Facebook page for more information and for fun crochet edging ideas!

This giveaway is open to residents of North America, Europe, and Australia!
Never used a Rafflecoptor form? Click {Here} for more information. Giveaway will run from 7/9/12 until 7/16/12 at 12:00 am EST. Winner will be drawn 7/16/12. Winner has 48 hours to respond via email before another winner is chosen. 
Disclosure: I was given a sample of this product to review. All opinions expressed are 100% my own. Give-away provided by Sharp Crochet Hook. 
Happiness is…Giving…Advent Calendar from The Foley Family, Unedited
Craftstick Snowmen from Decorating Cents

Comments

  1. Adrianne at Happy Hour Projects says

    July 9, 2012 at 3:48 pm

    Hahahaha, I don’t think I am quite up to learning specific crochet tips yet. It’s definitely on my to-learn list, so it would be even better if I could get started with a nice hook! I love those crocheted blanket edges!

    Reply
  2. Terry says

    July 9, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    The picot fan is my favourite edging of the three that are shown, but I could see using all of them. Love the idea of the crocheted edge on paper or fabric.

    Reply
  3. Kara at Petals to Picots says

    July 9, 2012 at 4:33 pm

    Very cool giveaway!!

    Reply
  4. Debbie says

    July 9, 2012 at 4:42 pm

    I didn’t know that you do not have to finish the raw edge! That saves a lot of time!

    Reply
  5. Amy says

    July 9, 2012 at 4:54 pm

    Ok, I think this is probably just me, but I don’t see the Rafflecopter…

    Reply
  6. Anonymous says

    July 9, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    Using the Sharp Crochet Hook enables you to easily make pretty edgings on skirts or aprons.
    Elaine Sumner

    Reply
  7. Anonymous says

    July 9, 2012 at 5:09 pm

    Using the Sharp Crochet Hook allows you to make beautiful edgings on skirts or aprons.

    Reply
  8. Ladybird Ln says

    July 9, 2012 at 6:29 pm

    What a cute gift! I love Sharp Hooks patterns for pretty blanket edging! Some friends gave me a crocheted edge baby quilt, and it is still my favorite!

    Carlee
    http://www.ladybirdln.com

    Reply
  9. meet.make.laugh. says

    July 9, 2012 at 6:29 pm

    This looks seriously awesome…. I need one! I would love to be able to crochet through paper without a punch….

    Reply
  10. Kelsey Allenstein says

    July 9, 2012 at 8:54 pm

    By using the Sharp Crochet Hook you can avoid having to poke holes in the fabric … it goes right through!

    Reply
  11. mycreativelyvintagelife.com says

    July 10, 2012 at 2:59 am

    This is precious and I love the colors. Very vintage looking! found you via a blog hop and am now a new follower!

    Reply
  12. Mama Jodi says

    July 10, 2012 at 5:16 am

    I love the idea of sending a candygram. This is so much fun. Jodi @ http://www.meaningfulmama.com

    Reply
  13. vickie says

    July 10, 2012 at 2:15 pm

    This crochet hook would make crocheting edges so easy – I love the edgings you can do with it
    vickie
    vmorgan456 (at) yahoo (dot) com

    Reply
  14. MKB says

    July 10, 2012 at 3:56 pm

    I like that they had videos on their website. Fun Kbroderi@msn.com

    Reply
  15. Susan Wood says

    July 10, 2012 at 5:42 pm

    I love the candy gram & I’ve wanted a sharp crochet hook ever since I heard about it.

    Reply
  16. pmh says

    July 11, 2012 at 6:04 am

    i didn’t realize you only did the first row with the sharp crochet hook, then would change to a regular hook. how cool. this sounds so awesome. would def love to win. good luck to all entrants!!! thank for hosting!

    hydepennym@gmail.com
    penny hyde

    Reply
  17. Serenap95 says

    July 11, 2012 at 6:21 pm

    I learned that the Sharp Crochet Hook will work with size 10, 5, or 3. I like size 3 the best for baby blankets and burp cloths because it is the softest. Some people like to use size 10 because it has a more “lacey” effect.

    Serena Powell

    Reply
  18. Monsters33 says

    July 11, 2012 at 8:45 pm

    I love that you can add crochet fringe to baby socks. That would make such a great gift!
    mommy.2kidsnc(at)yahoo(dot)com

    Reply
  19. Jill says

    July 12, 2012 at 2:37 am

    Ok – so I’m totally in the dark with crocheting but it’s on my list of want to tries! I learnt from the website that you can crochet edges straight onto fabric without having to prepare holes or anything! Fabulous!! (oh and I’m so happy this giveaway is open to us here in Australia! Thank you!! 🙂 )

    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  20. Natalia says

    July 12, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    I like the crochet fringe in the baby socks..thats so clever!!

    Reply
  21. Judy Bagwell says

    July 13, 2012 at 3:22 am

    Love your candy gram!! I checked out the Sharp Crochet Hook blog. I am glad to see how easy it is and learned that you can use it on paper and fabric with out poking holes first. Very cool. I know exactly the project I could use if on too. 🙂

    Reply
  22. Sangeetha says

    July 13, 2012 at 12:30 pm

    Hi Melanie,
    Thanks for visiting me and also for informing about the giveaway. The Sharp crochet hook seems to be a very useful tool and a must for crocheters. But as I stay in India I don’t suppose I can participate. Maybe some other time. Your site is very interesting and covering a lot of topics. I hope to learn many new things here.
    Regards,
    Sangeetha (http://crochetkari.blogspot.in/)

    Reply
  23. The Crafty Nana says

    July 13, 2012 at 4:40 pm

    Thank you for this opportunity

    Reply
  24. momwebber says

    July 13, 2012 at 8:37 pm

    The Sharp crochet hook easily goes thru fabrics so you can crochet a edging on anything to make a beautiful lacy edge for a memorable look.

    Reply
  25. momwebber says

    July 13, 2012 at 9:18 pm

    I am an avid crocheter; I have never did crochet edging, but my mother did when I was a child- it was beautiful! I would love to win so I could try my hand at learning how to crochet beautiful edgings. Thank you for a chance.

    Reply
  26. Julie says

    July 13, 2012 at 10:45 pm

    I would love to win this! I am inviting to share this with my blog hop, Show your Stuff:
    http://juliejewels1.blogspot.com/2012/07/show-your-stuff-32-molasses-white.html

    Reply
  27. Anonymous says

    July 14, 2012 at 4:20 am

    I learned that I can crochet on paper for cards and such. So cool!!! Thanks for the great giveaway.:) Alita eginkids (at) gmail (dot) com

    Reply
  28. Debra Lee says

    July 15, 2012 at 7:25 pm

    This works better with thread than yarn!

    Reply
    • Melanie @ bear rabbit bear says

      July 15, 2012 at 10:44 pm

      Yes, I used something I bought at a thrift store- it was either a very light weight yarn or some sort of heavy thread?? It didn’t have a label so I am not quite sure what it was, but it worked great. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  29. Julie says

    July 20, 2012 at 12:07 am

    Thank you for participating in Show Your Stuff Blog Hop, You are invited to come back:
    http://juliejewels1.blogspot.com/2012/07/show-your-stuff-33-upsidedown-brownies.html

    Reply

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