Our friends at Universal Yarns have sent me some new knitting and crocheting updated yarns for Spring and Summer use! You can scroll right down and see the video if you like but here are some photos and notes. Selection of Universal Yarns Spring and Summer 2023 There are affiliate links in this post! If… Continue reading Yarn Preview – Universal Yarns Spring/Summer 2023
This is a free pattern for velvet soft crochet scrunchies in two sizes. They are beyond easy to make, and you can make several in an evening with one skein of yarn. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase using one of these links I may be compensated at no additional… Continue reading Crochet Velvet Scrunchies – Two Ways
You can use a crochet two color cord as the base for a project, a shoelace, drawstring, hair tie, or anything else you can think of! It is super easy to learn, and can also be a great way to crochet up your scraps. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase… Continue reading Crochet Two Color Cord – Shoelaces and More!
A while back I did a pattern and video tutorial for an extra large crochet fidget toy, and while it has been very popular, I have fielded several requests for a small one so here it is! These are terrific for students to use as they are small, light, quiet, and not distracting for others.… Continue reading Crochet Fidget Toy – Pocket Sized!
This free crochet afghan square finishes at 12”, is made in worsted weight yarn in three colors, and features a 3-D flower at its center. Use scrap yarn for the center flower and consistent neutrals for the outer layers and you can have a whole garden of flowers for your home! This post may… Continue reading Framed Carnation Square
This cute zippered crochet bag is perfect to take on your next trip. It’s made of cotton so is durable, and with the short strap you can wear it around your wrist, or wear it on your belt to keep your hands free for selfies! This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a… Continue reading Vacation Purse
These crochet bunny ears are quick to make, and easy to stitch onto a padded headband from the dollar store. You could even add some flowers to fancy them up for the Easter parade or your favorite cosplay con. This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase using a link I may… Continue reading Crochet Bunny Ears
In this free hexagon crochet baby blanket pattern, you’ll find that it’s fun to whip up these soft cotton hexagons in bright colors, and the project is perfectly portable until it’s time for assembly. Use the jewel tone colors we selected or pick the colors that best suit the recipient’s nursery style. All photos (C)… Continue reading Hexagon Gems Baby Blanket
This free crochet pillow pattern - La Vie Boheme - is crocheted in the round from the center out, in four colors of bulky weight yarn. Three colors are worked into the stitch pattern, which features puff stitches, and the fourth color is added in surface crochet. This post may contain affiliate links. If… Continue reading La Vie Boheme Pillow
I have always loved the colors of rose and gray together and think they work particularly well in this scarf. In this free crochet scarf pattern, rose colored hearts alternate with gray panels of a simple yet more textured shape. The scarf is made in two halves so that when you are wearing it,… Continue reading Free Crochet Heart Scarf Pattern – Ashes of Roses
