Dana Rebmann and her twin sister, Deborah Bagley, co-founded www.yarnovations.com in 2012 creating realistic, quirky, and fun crochet, knit and sewing patterns. From 2015-2017 she worked at Interweave helping produce Interweave Crochet magazine and Love of Crochet magazine.
Prior to crochet, Dana was a card maker and paper crafter. That 20-year love affair with stamping was dropped like a stone when her twin sister introduced her to amigurumi.
When not crocheting, Dana loves to mountain bike and read snarky, fast-paced, well-written fiction.
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From the April 2024 issue
Stylish, durable and washable! Crochet a grocery tote that you can use again and again. Stitches are locked tighter together in this project because four rectangle panels are each worked in center half double crochet. They are joined and edged with twisted single crochet which is easier and just as gorgeous as reverse single crochet.
View ProjectFrom the December 2024 issue
Treat your Secret Santa to a delightful bottle of wine adorned in a cheerful red coat with the Santa’s Cheers Cozy. This project offers a fun and festive way to present a quick and memorable gift.
Crafted with festive yarn and adorned with classic holiday embellishments, this cozy adds a touch of whimsy to any bottle. Perfect for spreading holiday cheer and celebrating the season’s festivities, it’s sure to bring smiles and warmth to your gift giving.
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Unveiling a delightful secret, the Sunflower Surprise Coaster Set features a pot of tiny flowers that conceals a charming set of coasters. Simply pluck the beautiful flowers from the pot, and watch as they unfold into four stunning sunflower coasters. Each sunflower is crocheted separately, providing a whimsical touch to your table décor. Once crocheted, these coasters can be folded and tucked into the flower pot until needed.
View ProjectFrom the February 2024 issue
The Dual Texture Dishie is a perfect fusion of practicality and elegance. This dishcloth boasts a clever design featuring a lacy half for navigating into intricate spaces and a sturdy, solid side for effective scrubbing. Designed as an enjoyable introduction to filet crochet and the herringbone stitch, this pattern offers both functionality and a learning experience. The duality of textures in this dishcloth makes it a versatile tool for kitchen chores, seamlessly marrying form and function. Crocheting this delightful dishcloth takes just a day, making it an easy and swift project suitable for crafters at an easy skill level.
View ProjectFrom the February 2024 issue
This Spring Sky Ruffle Pillow brings together simplicity and playfulness through the linear stitching of the extended half double crochet, offering versatility whether worked horizontally or vertically. The eye-catching white accent along the ruffle’s edge elevates this pillow, making it a standout piece.
View ProjectFrom the October 2018 issue
Simple enough for a first-time crocheter, this spooky bag is the perfect complement to a Dr. Frankenstein costume. Keep your favorite treats safe and sound by using the zippered opening in the forehead of this monster bag.
View ProjectFrom the April 2016 issue
Add a bit of dazzle to your wardrobe with the Simple Sparkles Lace Scarf, a quick and easy project that combines simplicity with elegance. This one-skein wonder is made using only three basic stitches, yet the result is a striking, textured design that features a beautiful double diamond pattern. The inclusion of sparkly yarn adds an eye-catching shimmer, turning a simple accessory into a standout piece.
View ProjectFrom the December 2015 issue
Use up those colored scraps with one of the very first weaving techniques we learn as children – braids! The six strands in each braid are knotted at the ends while extended single crochet stitches around the braided yarn lock the bright colors to the blanket and create a faux spike stitch that fuses the colors together seamlessly.
View ProjectFrom the August 2015 issue
This rich and bold lapghan is surprisingly easy to make and is a great project to work on while on the go. The beautiful texture created with alternating stitches in the squares sets off the striping that’s layered on top while the simple clean lines in the edging focus the attention on the vibrant colors in the plaid.
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