It is a typical tradition to bring a gift to the party organizer or house guest who is entertaining the get-together, whether it's a potluck or maybe even a handmade gift, such as crocheted or knitted. See the 26 Ideas to Try. Yarnspirations has put together a list of 26 items you can crochet or...
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Review: PEI Fibre Festival 2023
The first annual PEI Fibre Festival in Prince Edward Island was loaded with workshops and a yarn-happy marketplace to enjoy. I was a guest teacher and definitely a shopper at the yarn marketplace to score incredible independent yarns, and also some finished creative pieces. Organized The main team, Linda, Kim and Bob, who were in...
48 Neutral Warm Crochet Patterns
48 Neutral Warm Projects A beautiful assortment of blankets in the neutral tones for crocheters and knitters to enjoy. When I look at the collection, I see many videos I have done for these projects. However, that one up the upper right in the photograph, I haven't seen that one before. I'm dying to learn...
How To Become a Social Media Influencer
Influencing others through education or sales is a fine line in social media. I've come to this journey in 2008 before Social Media became a thing. I had to learn how to understand the programming before social media tools were ever available. In this free workshop, I'm showing you what to watch for and remember;...
Mikey O Matic Yarn Feeder Platform
This yarn feeder homemade tool is 4-in-1 tool for keeping the yarn from tangling. It requires one piece of wood and 2 - 27" wires. Plans are provided. This is the Mikey O Matic Yarn Feeder Platform. It's a homemade tool to solve a problem that Mikey has when wanting to use the beginning and...
Crochet Furrows in the Valley Hat
From the designers of Yarnspirations, Diva Dan is wearing the Crochet Furrows in the Valley Hat (blue version). Made with #5 Bulky Weight yarn with Bernat Softee Chunky Tweeds. It's thick and warm. If you don't know what a furrow is, you are not alone. When a farmer plows the field and there is raised...
Crochet Nor'easter Hat
The Crochet Nor'easter Hat designed by the designers at Yarnspirations is one of my ultimate favourite hats for the winter. The yarn is thick and I am most compelled by the brim as it's a slip stitch brim with lots of elasticity to it. The thickness of the brim makes for very cozy wear over...
Crochet Ruana Poncho Pattern
The Crochet Caron Ruana was probably the biggest reaction during the live reveal at the Secret Reveal Party. It is featuring Caron Sprinkle Cakes. XS - M = 5 Balls L - 5 XL = 6 Balls This is a one-piece garment that starts at the back and then divides off at the shoulders to have...
Join Marly Bird's Poncho Knit Stitch Along
Early summer, Marly Bird shared with me about the new poncho she was designing. It was so much work and now ready for you. The Patons Color Kaleidoscope Poncho is phenomenal in colouring. I can see something like this taking blue ribbons at the county fairs. Marly was busy at work during the summer filming...
Crochet Scrubby Bath Pouf + Tutorial
The Crochet Bath Pouf is super quick and easy to crochet. Even with Red Heart Scrubby, fast to follow to finish. This is actually a long row that consists of 100 stitches after the first row. In row 2, we are creating loops in which the hanging chain is fed through to form the pouf....
Crochet 5 Baby Booties Patterns
Need Crochet Baby Booties? Yarnspirations has a great selection of adorable little baby booties that are just waiting to be hooked up. Best yet, the patterns are free to use. Here is a great list of quality and super cute baby booties for boys and girls. Pretty Flowers Baby Booties. Simple yet easy to follow...
How To Crochet Pumpkin Spice Cozies + Tutorial
Fall is that magical time again when Pumpkin Spice becomes the rage. Crochet these Pumpkin Spice Cozies. This is not tapestry crochet, where the yarn is carried across the tops of the rows when not in use but just carried behind the project. The pattern is easy to understand the repeats. Use Red Heart Super...
3 Jacked Up On A Hack Crochet Tips
Behind the scenes crochet tips that happen without you realizing it. Mini swatches of problem solutions. The power of a swatch may be much better than the Star Wars force! I'm just saying, you don't need a black mask and dusty robes to get the hook to speak to you. You can always swatch! I...
Crochet Covered Rocks
From Painted Rocks to Crochet Rocks - Let's Join the Movement! Sometimes I must be living under a rock. I just found out that there has been a fun and crafty movement spreading across the county. Painted Rocks. I was invited to join a local Facebook group in my hometown called Hebron IN Rocks. I...
Sparkle the Crochet Unicorn + 4 More Freebies
Marly Bird presents Sparkle the Crochet Unicorn stuffie. Loaded with charisma, uniqueness and charm. This amazing creature stands 20" tall. Using Bernat Baby Blanket Sparkle yarn to give the unicorn a glittering effect. Marly's pattern is free, and you can read it on her website and/or pay for a clean PDF download without ads. ....
Crochet Fridge Padlock and Chain Pattern
Fridge Padlock and Chain Pattern One of my favourite things to make as well as one of my biggest sellers at craft shows is the F-bomb. I really love a clever and cheeky project that's a play on words. So when I saw this Fridge Padlock and Chain after gaining quarantine weight myself I had...
Crochet Roll & Go Placemat Patterns
Crochet Roll & Go Placemat Compliment your picnic, patio table and/or indoor decor with American Inspired Crochet Placemats. These crochet placemats are simple enough for beginners of crochet to enjoy. A simple stitch back and forth. Changing colours strategically to give your project the fabulous stripes!
Crochet Miscellaneous Project Gallery
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Crochet Tulip Stitch + Tutorial & Diagram
Crochet texture to give the illusion of real tulip flowers. Easy to follow pattern with popcorn stitches that pop out like tulips at the top of the stems. Popcorn: 5 dc in same st, remove hook. Insert hook from front in the top of the first dc in the group of 5. Put loop on...
Going to Retire Crochet Travel Retreats... BUT...
Daniel and I were prepared and already in motion to sunset the travel retreat destinations from our company. But then, the mystery retreat happened. We tried a land retreat back in 2012, and we struggled a lot due to the cost of the function and the struggle to meet the quota of the hotel. If...
Mixing Crochet Borders & More
Mixing Crochet Borders Have you ever got to a crochet border and found yourself rushing to finish that you put a very simple, almost really not a border at all on your afghan just to say you are finished? If the answer is YES, you are in my same life boat. I'm exactly that same...
Tunisian Entrelac Border Pattern
Entrelac Borders Most crocheters and Tunisian knitters prefer to have a flat border around their Entrelac projects. I don't blame them as the technique of Entrelac does make the mini boxes curl up on the edges. The border, whether going around or in rows across are exceptionally easy as long as you understand how to...
Rhine River Europe Yarn Shops
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with The Crochet Crowd as they sail along the picturesque Rhine River, exploring charming cities and discovering hidden gems – yarn stores that will make any crochet enthusiast's heart skip a beat. Get ready for a fibre-filled journey from Zurich to Amsterdam, with every stop promising a unique yarn-shopping experience....
Olive Kaiser Bacon Spinach & Tomato Sandwich
What's for lunch? How about a bacon, spinach and tomato sandwich? Quickly make sandwiches to fill your stomach. Daniel always prepares the meals ahead of time thinking about the meals as he shops. He enjoys going to the local market called the Wolfville Farmer's Market. All of the ingredients he uses can be purchased there,...
Daniel's Kamado Joe With A Couple of Recipes
Discouraged by how many BBQs you see on the side of the road during spring and fall clean up, there has to be something better. Every year, our region has free pick-up for anything you want to throw out. The streets are lined with BBQs. The bodies rust out; the parts don't last. Replacement parts...
Tortillas for Days Daniel Style
Planning for more than one dinner or lunch is vital for a working family. Doing the prep work at one time can span several meals. Mixed with two different salsas. I've included recipes that can inspire your next meal below. Meat Preparation Daniel prepared the pork in the morning and let it marinate until the...
Let's Eat Series with Daniel
Daniel Zondervan is our host to homemade cooking and baking. He puts together a daily lunch and dinner. He plans ahead and cooks with heart. The dogs are never far away when he's in the kitchen. Since meeting Daniel in 2009, he's always prepared lunch and supper. I have never seen someone with so many...
Crochet Large Miniature Pumpkin + Tutorial
Crochet Pumpkin Miniature Crochet the larger size of the miniature pumpkins that are used on this wreath. Both pumpkins are easy to do and are super quick. The pattern makes for great Amigurumi ideas for home decor for your fall, Thanksgiving and Halloween decor. I have video tutorials for both sizes but this article features...
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 1 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Top 6 Patterns Developed by The Crochet Crowd You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 2 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. NEXT Top 6 Patterns Developed by The Crochet Crowd You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 3 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Next Top 6 Patterns You can click on each design. Some designs have free tutorials that are with the article. You...
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 4 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Next Top 6 Patterns You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 5 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Top 6 Patterns Developed by The Crochet Crowd You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 6 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Next Top 6 Patterns You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 7 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Next Top 6 Patterns You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 8 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Next Top 6 Patterns You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 9 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Next Top 6 Patterns You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 10 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Next Top 6 Patterns You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 11 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Next Top 6 Patterns You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.
TOP 2022 Crochet Crowd Favourites: Page 12 of 20
PREVIOUS CROCHETER'S CHOICE NEXT CROCHETER'S CHOICE The Crochet Crowders have their favourites on which projects they download the most. We examined January 1st, 2022, to August 21, 2022, to see if there were trends. Next Top 6 Patterns You can click on each design to go directly to the pattern.