What makes these cute cotton ornaments quick and easy? The way I stuff them! I have discovered that the way to avoid the things I hate about using poly stuffing in crocheted ornaments is to stuff them with slices of pool noodles. Pool noodles can be had in a wide variety of colors and you… Continue reading Quick and Easy Round Crochet Christmas Tree Ornaments
Almost a year ago I fled the freelance life and took a corporate job in the craft industry. I moved to the Midwest, started doing the 8 to 5 thing, and cheerfully stopped designing and making videos. I enjoyed the work, I met nice people, (although I hated the snow - lets be honest I… Continue reading Back in the Saddle Again…
This is perhaps the easiest of the triangle shawls in crochet, and with this pattern and the video tutorial it’s suitable for even the earliest beginner! Start with a chain 4 and work your way from the top down and the center out, and you can make it as large or as small as… Continue reading Granny Triangle Crochet Shawl – Super Easy for Absolute Beginners!
What is more fun than a scarf crochet a long? One for matching hats! here is the Ultramarine Hat to match my last post with the Ultramarine Scarf! This scarf is part of the Scarf of the Month CAL. This year-long event is hosted by Oombawka Designs (you can find her new Sweet Serenity Hat… Continue reading Ultramarine Hat to Crochet
This is one of my favorite single crochet stitch variations in which trios of single crochet stitches hang out on top of each other, giving densely textured stitches with both vertical and horizontal interest. This post may contain affiliate links. This scarf is part of the Scarf of the Month CAL. This year-long event is… Continue reading Ultramarine Scarf to Crochet
The thick textured pattern of the stitching as well as the smooth transition of the browns and oranges of the yarn made me think of an outdoor bonfire - thus the name! It’s a plush feeling square and will be a great addition to any knit square blanket. This square is part of the… Continue reading Woodfire Square to Knit
The Aqueduct Puff Stitch Mittens are here! The cuff is worked in rows, then the mittens are worked in rounds from the cuff to the top, with an “afterthought” thumb in single crochet. Suitable for the advanced beginner, they are quick to stitch up in an Aran weight yarn and will keep you warm and… Continue reading Aqueduct Puff Stitch Mittens
A lacy crocheted hat featuring puff stitches and wool yarn, offers just the right amount of warmth for transitioning from season to season. Pick a cute novelty button for a call back to the turned up brims of the 1920s! This pattern is part of the Crochet Cancer Challenge Charity event. For more information, and… Continue reading Lavandula Hat
This gorgeous knit scarf takes good advantage of the depth of color in this alpaca yarn. The stitch, which is a modified staggered Daisy or Marguerite Stitch, offers a ton of texture which also allows the colors in the yarn to come through and shine. This post is part of the Autumn Accessories… Continue reading Bellis Cancellos Keyhole Scarf
I had a blast crocheting “spider webs” from black yarn and metallic thread and using them to decorate this cute snack set with parts from the dollar store. Use the big bowl to serve snacks like chips or popcorn and give each guest their individual matching cup! This post is part of the 2021 Halloween… Continue reading Halloween Snack Bowl and Cup Set
