With Memorial Day on Monday I was in the mood for a red, white and blue project. I wanted to do something small that everyone would enjoy so I decided to make these fun star shaped coasters. These coasters are quick and easy to make so beginners can enjoy this pattern too. I also made a helpful video tutorial which…
I love cats, crochet and free stuff. So combining these 3 things together, I went on a scavenger hunt and found a whole bunch of free cat crochet patterns to share with you. I found so many patterns it was hard to choose but I narrowed it down to 33, which is still a lot so I’ve tried to organize…
Here is a simple pattern for some triangles. They are worked single crochet in the round and can be made larger by adding more rounds. I’ve included a video tutorial which you can crochet along with if you prefer. Start with a magic ring Rnd 1: Ch 1, 5 sc in ring, sl st in top of 1st sc to…
With summer just around the corner I thought I’d compile a list of some crochet dress ideas. These designs are beautiful, delicate and light, perfect for warm summer days. I’ve added links to each pattern page in the text below each photo. First up is this lovely Wildflower crochet dress. I really like this one with it’s bold yet delicate circles.…
The fabulous crochet virus pattern has been really popular lately with it’s scary skull and bubbling spreading design. I’ve seen many beautiful blankets and shawls in so many wonderful colors made with this pattern that I just had to give it a go. Knowing I didn’t want to make a blanket or shawl, since I like to be different, I…
I needed to make an oval but didn’t have much luck in finding something suitable. I wanted to work in the round rather than in a spiral and I also wanted something that was written very simply. So, since I couldn’t find what I wanted I had to go figure it out myself until I got something I was happy…
So last night I was playing around with some yarn. I knew I could make a spiral Granny Square but wondered if I could do it with the traditional Granny Square shells. This is what I came up with. Red Heart Super Saver yarn in Soft White, Shocking pink, Lavender, Teal This pattern uses US terminology Hook – I/9 –…
I love working in spirals and learned how to start a crochet spiral a while ago. I’ve made quite a few different styles of spiral hats and now I’ve figured out how to make the spiral into an egg shape for Easter. This crochet spiral egg makes a cute kid-friendly Easter decoration. The kids can also play catch with them…
Here is my pattern for a cute bunny hat. The hat can be made in any size. Start by making a hat from my pattern HERE or watch the video tutorial below and crochet along. After you have completed the hat, follow the instructions below to make the ears. Use a contrasting colour to make the inner ears. I decided to…
Here is my pattern for a simple hat with no sew brim. I see a lot of patterns for beanies like this with the brim made separately and then sewn on. I wanted the stretchy style of brim but without the sewing. This pattern uses one continuous thread from the top all the way to the end of the brim.…