About Crochet Memories

Crochet Memories was founded in January 1997 after deciding to publish my patterns on the internet. I'm Cylinda Mathews, owner and designer. I began my designing career in the early 1980's in my quest to find unique thread patterns. I enjoy creating beautiful and unique projects for my family and customers, but by 1996, I was ready for a career in selling my original designs.

Crochet Memories has hundreds of published patterns in various mediums, all which with the help of my wonderful husband, Ron, and dedicated pattern tester, Vicki Mashburn, are made possible. I give credit to Ron who takes all the photographs and does the front cover layouts for our pattern packs and booklets sold through Annie's Attic and our Magazines Page. Vicki has spent many dedicated hours in working up these designs, testing for accuracy so you can be assured your patterns are correct.

I currently have published designs with Leisure Arts and sell leaflets through Annie's Attic. I enjoy the freedom of selling my designs through Crochet Memories and pledge to provide quality, error free patterns in a larger print, an easy to read format, clear photos, a complete list of materials needed for each project, as well as abbreviations and definitions. Every purchase comes with the guarantee of free online help should you have questions.

Our mission goal is to provide quality patterns. While we are not the largest crochet site on the internet, you can be assured many hours have gone into writing and testing our patterns. That's why we've grown slowly - dedication, accurateness, and customer service is priority, and takes time. For more information on our patterns, be sure to read About our Patterns and learn what you can expect when you order patterns from Crochet Memories.

Crochet Memories is a member of The Crochet Guild of America.

Customer Comments:

Lynne E.
"I have to tell you how much I am enjoying your designs. The best thing about them is that they lay FLAT when you crochet them. A lot of patterns I have worked in the past have had to be adjusted to make them lay flat, or I had to get really aggresive in the blocking. I hate doing that. My grandmother taught me how to crochet when I was about 7 (I am currently 49), and as she only crocheted with thread, that was what I learned with. It is still my favorite type of crochet. As I have the attention span of a two-year-old, sometimes I lose interest in a larger project. But your designs keep offering something new to do as you go along, so I don't lose interest. I have made all of your free patterns, sometimes two or three times. I have been showing my finished doilies to my friends and they think they are lovely. I have made a good start on my Christmas gifts.

"Thanks again, and I will keep an eye on your web site for new designs. (By the way, one of my favorite designs was your free pattern with the hearts. That's why I went right for the Hearts Table Topper as my next project. I am on round 32 already. I can't seem to put it down.)"

Karyl D.
"I am very pleased with Crochet Memories Patterns. Easy to follow and understand. I have made several of the doily patterns."

Marilyn R.
"I finished a Pineapple Lavender Lace Doily in less than 24 hours. The patterns were ordered on-line, then sent to me by e-mail. I had patterns within a few hours of looking at them on-line. Fast, easy, convenient. The large, colorful pictures enticed me to start working. They are also very clear and detailed so that I could check my work against the picture if I was unsure of something in the written directions. I like the fact that the special stitches are at the beginning along with the materials needed list. I can read over and make sure I know the stitches before I start to work. If I'm not familiar with a stitch, I can pick up a hook and a ball of practice thread and work on them. It's frustrating to get into the middle of a project, and then find a stitch that I'm not familiar with, and the directions are not clearly written. These directions were well written, I never stopped to say ""What does that mean? What am I supposed to do?"" Finally, my finished project looks as great as the pattern model. I really like the idea of your "crochet along" projects. So far I have downloaded two completed projects, hope to soon join you in a "crochet along". Your site will remain on my Favorites list. Thanks, from a fellow crochet lover, Marilyn."

Marilyn
"Cylinda, Thank you so much. I received all the patterns, they opened quickly and easily. I love the format; beautiful, clear pictures; well written directions, easy to read. Can't wait to get started!!"

Janet O.
"I do appreciate what I learned from your site as it reaffirmed my knowledge (and I'm not bragging) of the crochet process and what I do know, even though it wasn't used for many years. You were the boost I needed to get back in it. I'm now retired due to a physical problem and I needed a new direction for my life. You've provided me that direction and I am truly grateful."

Pam M.
"Hello Cylinda, I am sitting here making one of your patterns and just thought I would drop you a line to express my gratitude for all the hard work you do. I am crocheting the Easter Chicken in the Basket Egg Cover. It is adorable. You are such a Blessing to all of us that crochet. In all the crochet circles I travel and email into I have never heard anything but praises for you and your beautiful patterns. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful art form with all of us crocheters."

Ruth H.
"Thank you so much for responding so quickly to my order. I am so pleased that my friend Suzanne drew my attention to your web page. I just love your patterns and especially the more challenging ones."

Sherrie M.
"Thank you for such prompt service.....This is the best way I have ever had had any order filled. I will be back..."

Retha
"Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! Your free patterns have given me so many hours of pleasure, as I craft gift items for friends and family."

Jill G.
"You are truly my favorite designer. I love your stuff, so I hope you are able to keep it up for a long time to come. Your designs are well written, easy to understand, and just plain classy. That's the word that always comes to mind with your things. Classy. Just wanted you to know."

Maria M.
"Cylinda, I just had to put down my yarn and hook and write you real quick. I've made so many of your patterns and have enjoyed each and everyone. And once again...I'm having a riot making your bull frog fridgie. Your patterns, for some reason just have a sensible ease to them, that many don't. Please keep up the fantastic work. You have a fan in me!!!"

Susan
"I just got the patterns and I had to write to let you know how pleased and impressed I am! Pleased because the patterns are presented in a very professional and easy to use format, and impressed with the overall high quality, professional package. I also appreciate the enclosed page of abbreviations and definitions, and helpful tips. And then there's that little surprise bonus - the "Rose Shell Potpourri Bowl" - how nice!!! Thank you so much for everything - it has been an absolute pleasure doing business with you."

Petra
"I just wanted to let you know how much I am enjoying crocheting our beautiful hats and fans. Your patterns are gorgeous. I'm so glad I found your website. I love the patterns I bought on CD! Thank you again!"

Peggy H.
"I received your patterns...thank you so much....I cannot believe you have such prompt service!! It was fast!! I will recommend your site to my friends! Thank you so much."

Rebecca E.
"Thank you for the manner in which you sent the patterns. It was so very easy..I appreciate all the hard work and dedication that it takes for you to do this and also create the patterns. They are all so nice as usual. I have always been satisfied with your service and the patterns."

Lindyn F.
"Thank you for sending the patterns so quickly. I am very pleased with them. The patterns are very easy to follow and do up in no time flat. I will certainly be checking back for more patterns as I have time to crochet. Thanks again."

Heather H:
"I cannot say enough good things about Crochet Memories (THUD)! The site is easy to navigate, everything comes up quickly (I have no patience for slow loading web sites), excellent customer services (and very, very friendly...she answered all my endless questions quickly, no matter how many times I pestered her all day while I was waiting to go home and order:) and I had major PAS fulfillment! I will definitely be ordering from there again."

Maria:
"Hi, I just wanted to let you know that I am very pleased with your patterns and service. Thank you so much. I have had fun with each and every pattern I've done and been very happy with the results."

LeAnn:
"First let me say that I was impressed with how quickly I received my E-mail patterns. I've been wanting the little gazebo pattern for quite some time so I'm very excited about crocheting it. And lastly, thank you so much for the free pattern!! It will compliment the others I bought! I hope that was intentional :). Thanks again and I'll be back for more!! :)"

Julia:
"I love not only the patterns, but the friendly service and easy ordering. You have made my computer a lot more friendly and my house is very nicely decorated in handmade crafts that everyone comments on when they come to my home. I also want to thank you for the way you treat your customers when we call in with questions or comments. You are a very sweet woman. Thank you very much and I look forward to continuing to order from you for a long, long time."

Tracy:
"Dear Cylinda, I love your site. I am going to tell everyone at my Knitting and Crochet Community to visit here and Kims site too. Everything is so well designed. And I am so Thankfull that you have Free Patterns."

Cathy:
"I absolutely love the Crochet Memories Site and the patterns!! Each and every one of them are very professionally designed and very beautifully displayed! They also work up very beautifully and are easy to   follow. I didn't know that Leisure Arts had bought some of your designs. They will definitely be an asset to Leisure Arts, and of course, the rest of us consumers!! You are definitely very talented and gifted, and I thank you for sharing your gift with the rest of the world!"

Millie:
"It was a happy day when I found your site, plenty of patterns, but so many free ones! I just recieved my first order, but it wont be the last, I can't wait to crochet the Granny's Teacup Set."

Grace:
"Well I asked for a miracle and you did it for me...Thank you so much. Now everything will go for a perfect day.. The pattern came through perfect and your site is amazing. I will visit it again. Again thank you, I really do appreciate it. Your newest and most satisfied customer!"

Debbie S.:
"I have ordered in excess of a dozen patterns from you and have never been disappointed. Being able to order and receive patterns on line makes it so easy and I'm able to get started on my projects right away. I don't have to wonder how long it's going to take the mail to get from California to Illinois. Thanks for being so creative and sharing it with us."

Janet R.:
"Your patterns are beautiful. They are detailed and easy to follow. I appreciate the "how to stiffen and care for" instructions that you include. I'm also a very happy and extremely pleased customer with the crocheted eggs as well as the bookmarks that I have ordered in the past .. The people that I've given these items to love them and really appreciate the work involved in making these wonderful thread keepsakes."

Mary Blake:
"I love the patterns I have ordered, they're great and   very easy to understand. I also come back to your site for any pattern that I'm looking for. I love the service, very easy and fast to order and when you need help, your willing to do that... Thanks Cylinda for great patterns and a great site."