Daniel and I are predicting the Bernat Velvet yarn to be one of the biggest yarns for 2018 / 2019. Once you feel it, hook with it... you may just fall in love with it. Perfectly coloured natural shimmer. It's heaven gliding through your fingers. This product is available at Joann Fabrics & Crafts, Michaels...
Archives for 2024
What To Do with Caron Chunky Cakes?
New to Caron Yarns as of Jan 16, 2018, is Caron Chunky Cakes, exclusively at Michaels. This new addition to the lineup satisfies those crocheters and knitters who wanted just 100% Acrylic Yarns. Yep, that's right, no wool is in these beauties. This yarn may be treated as seasonal from time to time. Grab it...
Loom Knit Santa Hat Pattern + Tutorial
The Loom Knit Santa Hat is a fun and easy accessory to have to wear at a parade or close to Christmas time. The brim uses Bernat Pipsqueak, which is double-stranded for thickness. It's the iconic look of the fluffy white brims that Santa would wear. The body of the hat is also double-stranded of...
Loom Knit: Differences of Flat Knitting Looms
The differences between the flat looms and how to consider using them. Use a portion of a large loom or use the full loom for bigger projects. These looms can be used in different ways. More Ideas Tutorial
Beginner Loom Knit: How to Turn Heels + Tutorial
Turning the heels of a stocking or sock in loom knitting is easier than you may think. It's a back and forth motion to decrease and increase. This is demonstrated on a small loom knitting ring where the ring is divided almost in half, peg-wise. You will only use half of the loom for the...
Loom Knitting Christmas Stocking Pattern + Tutorial
The Loom Knitting Christmas Stocking was written by me in 2009. Using 5" loom knitting tool, eWrap a Loom Knitting Stocking. This is a free loom knitting pattern. This is using the twisted knit stitch that is achieved through eWrapping concept. The example picture is the first one I ever did. This pattern has been...
Beginner Loom Knit Adult Double Wrap Hat
The Loom Knit Double Wrapped Adult Hat is double wrapped and not double-stranded. The yarn is called Bernat Wavelength where there is a subtle transition between colours which works out lovely. However, if you double strand the loom (using two yarns at the same time), you will most likely lose the look of the how...
Beginner Loom Knit Adult Striped Alpaca Hat + Tutorial
The Adult Loom Knit Striped Alpaca Hat is using Patons Alpaca Blend yarn. We will have tutorials linked below once they are ready for the concepts in this free pattern. The yarn is a roving yarn with 22% wool, 10% nylon, 60% acrylic and 8% alpaca. This means, it's incredibly soft and will be warm...
Beginner Loom Knitting: Adult Ribbed Hat Pattern + Tutorial
The Loom Knit Adult Ribbed Hat is a quick loom knitting project. The entire hat is loom knitted with the built-in brim that is formed after round 17. The tutorial will give you loads of extra tips for speeding up and quick ways to count. The free pattern download also gives the instructions as the...
Beginner Loom Knit So Soft Baby Hats
The Loom Knit So Soft Baby Hats were an original pattern by me in 2012 that was changed in 2020 to be better in sizing and also update the tutorial made for it. The original video was still up but in hidden mode so people couldn't search for it. Originally, I was just going to...
19 Free Assorted Loom Knit Patterns
There are a handful of YouTube Hosts that can take you beyond the basics of Loom Knitting. We talked about before on Loom Knitting for Beginners on What to Buy, now it's time to experience some patterns that are above the absolute basics. We have the absolute basics of Loom Knitting within our YouTube Channel....
Loom Knit: Stretchy Striped Comfort Wrap + Tutorials
The Loom Knit Double Ribbed Stretchy Wrap is my latest 22" flat loom creation. It uses a double-ribbed wrapping technique. Sizing The wrap is 76" long unstretched. It is 13" wide unstretched but will stretch to 20" once put on. It's the Double Ribbed Stitch that causes the wrap. The stretch is what is using...
Loom Knit: Double Wrap VS Double Stranding
The 4-ply Woven Yarn, with double stranding, is required for loom knitting on large peg looms. Double wrapping keeps the yarn transitions. Yarn like Bernat Wavelength has a slow transition between the colour changing. if you are double stranding, and yes it's faster, the transitioning will be lost if you double-strand versus double wrapping. Double...
What Are the Loom Knitting Ring Sizes?
Usually, the loom knitting rings are sold as a kit. Up to 4 sizes are in one package but which one do you use? I made the assumption that the smallest was for babies, the next size for kids, the next size adults and the largest size for things bigger. The room looms can be...
6 Beginner's Loom Knitting Hats + Christmas Stocking
Today, we are focusing on easy, near beginner-level loom knit hats. It's hard to go wrong with these great charity builder hats. As a child, I got hooked on the yarn crafts with the concept of corking or spool knitting. It's the same concept but much bigger and creating practical use items to fend off...
Loom Knitting for Beginners - What to Buy
Loom Knitting is the art of knitting with a tool instead of knitting needles. There are a variety of looms on the market, and you need to make the decision to select the right looms for your application. There are companies that specialize in loom making only and the quality difference. For example, Looms by...
What To Do With Bernat Wavelength Yarn + 4 Patterns
This yarn could be exclusive to Canada in stores, but I am not 100% sure about that. It can be found in select Walmart Canada locations. It's also available on Yarnspirations for those in the USA. It's called Bernat Wavelength yarn. What's intriguing about this yarn is the colour transitioning. It's a strong yarn and...
Crochet Generous Scarf Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Generous Scarf is made using a half-double crochet lattice diamond stitch. It's an easy, repeating stitch that measures 66" long by 20" wide. It uses a yarn called Bernat Wavelength. The colour changes are what come out of the ball. The yarn is marled, and there are really beautiful tones within. More Crochet...
Crochet Bobbles and Fringe Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Bobbles & Fringe Blanket The Crochet Bobbles & Fringe Blanket is highly textured with a combination of popcorn stitches and fringe. This is something you would see in the blanket section of a home decorating store. The repeating of the pattern is rows 4 - 11. There are 4 types of rows used in...
Who is Daniel Zondervan: Crochet Designer
Daniel Zondervan: Crochet Designer Daniel Zondervan, life partner of Michael Sellick, was thrown into the yarn arts through meeting each other and Michael already on his way into the yarn community forums. Daniel originally was conducting and performing music in the classical, period music and leading choirs with vocals and bells. Having graduated university with...
Shine Like Diamonds Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
Shine Like Diamonds Shawl Introducing the Shine Like Diamonds Shawl by Yarnspirations. It's a brand new pattern that will challenge you but thrill you at the end when you accomplish it. This free pattern comes with written instructions as well as a crochet diagram to follow along. Of course, I have provided to you a...
Stay Organized with Yarn Colours Crochet Tip
When working with multiple colours in one project, I get paranoid that I will insert the wrong colour in the wrong place when following a pattern. In patterns, colours are represented by letters of the alphabet. I show the idea on my Red Heart Soft labels below. Example Red Heart Soft, 141 g/5 oz, 234...
Crochet True North Strong and Free Scarf Pattern + Tutorials
A couple of evenings of stitching to complete a fast project may be just the ticket to put your binge-worthy TV watching to good use. Unlike the USA, where there is a strong sense of red, white and blue, Canadians use Red, White and Gray or Red, White or Black. I have loaded this article...
Prince Edward Island Crochet Scarf + Tutorial
DOWNLOAD PEI SCARF FREE PATTERN I wanted to design a scarf for the Prince Edward Island Fibre Festival, where I am taking workshops to learn to knit. This is my Prince Edward Island Scarf Pattern. I don't design with high-end yarn very often or use it to be honest. I had some yarn in my...
Crochet Mother's Day
Mother's Day by Laura Jean When Mikey asked me to write about Mother's Day I was honored but yet torn. I didn't want to be sappy, and I didn't want to give a history lesson either. Mikey said to write it from my perspective. Our stories will vary, we will have happy moments and sad,...
Crochet Treasure Wave Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Treasure Wave Afghan This is an adaptation of Crochet Ocean Waves Throw. What makes this afghan different from regular ripple or chevron types is the stitches of each row. If you click 'read more' below, I have posted two more photos showing you up close. The Back Loop Double Crochets cause the afghan has...
Crochet Large Christmas Tree Skirt Pattern + Tutorial
With the Crochet Boho Ornament Afghan, you will have yarn leftover. So why not pair a Crochet Christmas Tree Skirt with your afghan. Also, if you have spare yarn, this really hits the basket beautifully. You will be able to randomly put your crochet Christmas skirt together using the same balls from your Boho Ornament...
Crochet Granny Christmas Tree Skirt Pattern
I looked all over last year for a tree skirt pattern, I wish I had found this Crochet Granny Tree Skirt pattern. I love it. Although the Crochet Granny Tree Skirt is considered an intermediate project, if you have basic knowledge of the granny, you won't have many struggles with this. You can use the...
Crochet Adult Granny Hoodie Sweater Pattern
The Crochet Adult Granny Hoodie Sweater is sized from extra small to 5 extra large. Using Red Heart All In One Granny Square yarn. The different sizes require different ball counts. This is a casual slip-on garment for crocheters to make. Make sure you read the pattern notes before starting. I have provided a tutorial...
Bright and Bold Granny Square Jacket Pattern
The Crochet Bright and Bold Granny Square Jacket is using Caron Simply Soft Yarn in regular yarn format to make this jacket. Sized from adults extra small to 3 extra large. Notice on the pattern that the crochet hook is changed depending on the size of the jacket. From 5.5 mm / I up to...
Easy XS to 2XL Crochet Granny Pants Pattern + Tutorials
Crochet a snazzy pair of granny pants for adult sizes from extra small to 2 extra large. The pattern is called Crochet Smarty Pants. The pattern is uniquely written for beginners to have great success with this pattern. For those who use Yarnspirations, you will see that the free downloadable version differs from what you...
Crochet Field of Dreams Baby Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
This gorgeous raised flower is part of the Field of Dreams afghan. Its large flowers make for incredible statements, leaving endless opportunities for the exploration of colours. This is the Crochet Field of Dreams Baby Blanket. There is a strong demand for granny squares like this as it's a bit traditional but many people love...
Field of Daisies Crochet Flower Blanket
Wrap yourself in daises and cheerful colours featuring Red Heart Super Saver yarn. This is the Field of Daises Crochet Blanket. There are 120 crochet flower motifs but you can customize this for your own sizing as the border works regardless on how many you have. I thought the blown-up daisies in the corners were...
Clearance: Quilting and Embroidery Thread Kit
The second annual mega clearance has the Coats and Clarak Quilting + Embroidery Kit. The top thread colours have been chosen, and you get 24 spools, each 1100 yards long. I'm sorry to say that the Canadian warehouse has already sold out, so it's only available in the USA. Thread Specifics . .
Crochet Lattice Lace Wrap Pattern + Tutorial
The Lattice Lace Wrap is a neat concept of crochet that combines chains to make squares or diamonds into the pattern. The squares appear to be floating in between chains which makes it very desirable. This is a Caron Yarn pattern. Truthfully, I couldn't see the stitches well when reviewing this pattern and so I...
Clearance: Patons Canadiana Confetti Box Kit
There is a clearance of the Patons Canadian Confetti Box Kit that includes a Twist + Lock crochet hook set. Patons Canadiana is a beautiful yarn to work with and is a brand that has been around a very long time. If you have been with us over the years, you may recognize our projects...
Discontinued: Blissful Bernat Perfect Phasing Kit
Yarnspirations asked me in October 2023 what I would do with Bernat Blanket Perfect Phasing for this yarn. I was thinking about how these remind me of marshmallows in Lucky Charms Cereal. Wouldn't it be great if people could get a sampler pack? This is a chance to take advantage of the 2nd annual warehouse...
Crochet Simple Granny Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Simple Granny Blanket Using colour transitioning yarn is addictive but also can create the most interesting granny squares too. This Crochet Simple Granny Blanket is easy to do. You can get the most out of transitioning yarn when you do half of your squares using the ball from the inside out. Then the other...
What To Do With Caron Simply Soft Paints
Caron Simply Soft Paints has been around for years. It is a small extension line of Caron Simply Soft, but it colours with artistry and paint strokes—almost like your own 'monet' or something like that. From the neutrals of paints to vibrant ones like you, see below. This entire line is variegated in nature. Yarn...
Discontinued: Bernat Alize EZ Wool Yarn
New to the Bernat family of yarn is Bernat Alize EZ Wool. This looping yarn requires no hooks or needles. It's great for beginners learning to knit. It's a gateway product for someone wanting to play with the yarn arts but not familiar with hooks or needles. Bernat Alize Blanket-EZ is a chenille-based yarn, which...