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The Crochet Crowd, established in 2008 and hosted by Mikey, is known for getting crocheters started and carrying crocheters through their own stitching journey. Let's get this party started.
- Why are blankets in crochet referred to afghans?
- Master List of Crochet Hook Sizes + Learn How to Gauge
- How Many Chains to Start a Blanket or Afghan?
- Crochet Grill Stitch Thick Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Just another row!
What is Mikey's Stitch Studio?
The Crochet Crowd is supported by Mikey Stitch Studio, home of Mikey’s free and paid patterns and workshops. Some pattern downloads may direct you to his design studio for downloading.
This lovely crochet Hexagon Rainbow Newborn Blanket pattern was given to me by one of our community members, Vicki Brandt. This pattern could be used in many different colour combinations to match any nursery. I chose the rainbow theme because I needed a blanket for a Rainbow Baby when I was crocheting this one. Hexagon Rainbow Newborn…
This blanket uses Bernat Blanket Perfect Phasing, and you can see four strips make up this 36" x 51" long blanket. The strategy of putting this together gives the faded illusion of the colours, creating a chevron look. This is the Crochet Corner to Corner Chevron with Perfect Phasing pattern. You can use all of…
Crochet Show Time Hats The Crochet Show Time Hat is an adaptation of the original Crystal Ice Hat by Misty Samuelson. Changes were made by switching the yarn from #5 Bulky Weight to #4 Medium Weight. The change significantly changed the hook size to 4 mm / F/6 as the yarn is on the thinner…
Crochet From The Middle Afghan This is a new pattern featuring Caron Chunky Cakes and introducing the From The Middle Afghan. The yarn is doing the work here, and the pattern is easy to follow. Once you get started, the rounds are straightforward to maintain. One round is the setup round for the following set…
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Why Doesn't the Item Fit?
There is a reason why there are different sizes of crochet hooks. A good designer writes a pattern, but a fabulous designer will provide you with a gauge to go with the pattern. The Free Gauge Workshop allows you to learn more about this.
Don't Waste Your Time
Do a gauge check before making a wearable item.
Mikey's Design Desk
Currently on the desk is the inspiration for figuring out what to do with variegated yarn that is more cohesive and blends better. Currently in development is the Crochet Study of Variegated Blanket pattern. The variegated is suspended between solid lines, making it float. The stitch work doesn't pool into an obvious pattern and looks better visually, at least that's what I think.
Mikey's Crochet & Knit Designs
Math is one of Mikey's worst nightmares, and his designs push him to levels of challenges that are great for brain activity—fire on all cylinders. Many of the designs are blue-ribbon winners at shows.
Jeanne's Crochet Patterns
Jeanne's specialty is easy repetition with satisfying stitches to embrace joy.
Be Community Focused
Be the change maker in helping others by stepping forward. Patterns inspired to place into a donation box to lift others.
- Free Bernat Housewarming Blanket + Tutorial + Crochet Diagrams
- 12" x 12" Granny Squares for Charity + Tutorials
- Crochet Poppies: Poppy Projects & Tutorial
- Free Bernat Fleece Baby Blanket + Tutorial
All Bernat Yarn Patterns - All Caron Yarn Patterns - All Red Heart Yarn Patterns
