Crochet Home No. 26 (Dec/Jan 1992)

Some vintage crochet issues feel like a warm cup of coffee and a cozy blanket—and Crochet Home No. 26 is absolutely that. It’s the kind of “make your house feel like home” issue that gives you a little bit of everything: comfort projects you can sink into, plus smaller patterns that are perfect for a quick win (and a happy little stash-busting session).

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Why Crochet Home issues are so fun to stitch from

I love a publication that meets you exactly where you are. Some days you want a big, satisfying project you can settle into for a while—something that becomes part of your home. Other days you want something small and useful that you can finish quickly and feel that “I made this!” pride right away. Crochet Home issues tend to offer both, which makes them especially enjoyable to collect and to actually use.

No. 26 (Dec/Jan 1992) is a true variety issue: classic comfort pieces, practical kitchen/tabletop projects, and charming little details that make handmade living feel extra special.

What you’ll find inside Issue No. 26

This issue includes a satisfying mix of cozy, decorative, and practical projects. Here are a few highlights you’ll recognize:

• Afghan comfort: projects like Pink Diamonds Afghan and Country Ruffles Afghan have that timeless “living-room cozy” feel.
• Warm & wearable comfort: Snowball Slippers—because handmade cozy is always in style.
• Statement home pieces: the Fan Fire Screen and the Blue & White Shells Bedspread bring a classic, heirloom-home vibe.
• Tabletop & kitchen favorites: a Luncheon Set, a Fruit Bowl, a Pedestal Bowl, and a Diamond Shell Trellis Potholder.
• Small-project happiness: a Needles & Pins Pincushion, a Floral Trinket Box, and Grandmother’s Flowers Doily.
• A quick finishing touch: an Ecru Lace Barrette—one of those satisfying little makes that’s fun to gift (or keep).

This is the kind of issue where you can plan a longer project (like an afghan or bedspread) and still treat yourself to a couple of quick “bonus makes” along the way.

How to make vintage crochet feel fresh and current

Vintage patterns slide into modern homes beautifully with just a few small choices. If you want to keep the charm but give your finished pieces a more updated look, try one (or more!) of these:

• Modern color palettes: soften the look with cream + oat + sage, or keep it timeless with charcoal + ivory.
• Texture-forward yarns: heathered shades and cotton blends can make classic stitches feel extra polished.
• Style with contrast: lace and tabletop pieces pop beautifully on wood, darker trays, or a colored runner.
• Make it a coordinated set: choose one “home zone” (kitchen, bedroom, living room) and stitch a few matching items from the issue for that curated look.

Ready to add it to your collection?

If you love vintage crochet that’s equal parts cozy and useful, this issue is a great pick. You can find it here: Crochet Home No. 26 .

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