TEMPLETON — Self-taught crocheter Maddy Roy is thrilled to be sharing her adorable creations at spots all over the region. The homeschooled sixth grader was beaming at a recent Sterling Street Market, ...

It takes a while to get the hang of a new way to craft, but once you do, it becomes a nearly automatic response that takes on a soothing rhythm. Adults enjoy recapturing some of the joys of childhood ...

We have compiled our favorite 10 crochet bear patterns. There is a mixture of free patterns and some you will find on Etsy.

Crocheting is a craft that demands patience, precision, and plenty of time — and not everyone has the persistence to stick with it. But the talented creators featured in this article certainly do.