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
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 contains affiliate links This post is… Continue reading Halloween Snack Bowl and Cup Set
Sometimes when you are “doodling” with yarn and supplies, the resulting fabric just tells you what it wants to be. (And sometimes it fights with you which is a whole different blog post! ) I introduce to you the Leather and Denim Crossbody Bag. It has sort of an upcycled jeans quality about it… Continue reading Leather and Denim Knit Crossbody Bag
Cute, soft and quick, you can crochet up these tiny hats to donate or for the preemie or newborn in your life. Back in the dawn of time, before you could find size charts for crochet patterns all over the internet, I was commissioned by a yarn company to design some preemie hats.… Continue reading Citrus Hat Trio
This soft squishy cowl made in three colors of a luscious merino wool is simple to knit in the round. The characteristics of the knit fabric make the alternating bands of color/stitches draw together in a squishy accordion pattern, or it could be blocked flat. Keeping it squishy, though, means it can be worn in… Continue reading Melodeon Cowl
This 12” square for a baby blanket is made in a two-color slip stitch pattern that makes a little grid of garter stitch dots on a stockinette stitch background. This post may contain affiliate links This square is part of the Sweet Summer Baby Banket KAL sponsored by KAL Corner and Vinnis Colours. Finished Size: 12””… Continue reading Just the Dots 12” Square
We all love crocheted dishcloths but sometimes there is a spot on a pot or pan that needs a little extra elbow grease. Now you can have your scrubby and dishcloth all together in one handy dandy package! This post may contain affiliate links This is as much a recipe as it is an ironclad… Continue reading Crochet Scrubby Dishcloth Hybrid
So soft and drapey, this lovely spring shawl is knit from side to side and is made up of garter stitch sections, an easy-to-learn lace pattern in the trellis sections and edgings, and a center panel of lace medallion roses. This gorgeous shawl is perfect for intermediate knitters and is just the thing to make… Continue reading Rose Trellis Shawl to Knit
Crocheted from the bottom up, this seamless swing vest is made in a stitch pattern reminiscent of a trellis with a garden of flowers scattered about. Customize your vest with more or less flowers, placed where they suit your fancy! Photos (c) ILikeCrochet.com, used with permission There may be affiliate links in this post. Skill… Continue reading Freesia Swing Vest
