I don't know about you, but I and a huge lover for blankets. In my world, there is no such thing as having too many blankets, especially homemade ones! I find whether I'm actually cold or not when I'm watching tv I seem to always end up with a blanket covering me. Half the fun...
Archives for 2024
Crochet Fat Cat Stuffies Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Fat Cat Stuffies is a free pattern and is one of the newest patterns available on Yarnspirations. It uses Bernat Baby Crushed Velvet and Bernat Baby Velvet Yarn. The cat is so soft; it's just a wonderful crochet pattern to do. The body is larger than you might imagine and I did improvise...
Crochet Baby Rabbit Hat Pattern
This beautiful Crochet Velveteen Rabbit Hat is the perfect accessory to keep your little ones head warm when the weather is chilly. They will look extra cute in this super soft fun to make hat whether it's Easter, Halloween or just a busy day on the go. Crocheted with the Bernat Velvet yarn, it's soft...
Crochet Daisy Diamond Rug Pattern
I made one of these Crochet Daisy Diamond Rug Patterns for our cats. Cats are attracted to circles, and we strategically placed this in our home. I made mine with a T-shirt yarn about the same thickness as 4 plies of Lily Sugar'n Cream yarn put together for the thickness. Riverstone loved her rug. It was...
Crochet Healing Stitches XL Afghan Pattern
Crochet Healing Stitches XL Afghan Crochet Healing Stitches XL Afghan is really just a bigger version of the original Healing Stitches Afghan. I wanted to crochet a blanket that would be big enough for two people to share and cuddle together under and enjoy. This version adds another 10" to make is a really nice...
Crochet Sizzlin' Hot Bikini Pattern
There's been a HOT demand for lounging and practical beach attire such as this Crochet Sizzlin' Hot Bikini. There is a demand for women who want to wear crochet-based bikinis. My former wife had a crochet look-a-like bikini. She spent a fortune on it and cared for it like gold. It was mass-produced and probably...
How To Crochet Baby Crown Pattern + Tutorial
Celebrate or play with your children with a Royalty Play Crown. These are just whimsical wears. Maybe a make-believe tea party or maybe even a child's birthday party where they are the star of the day. What can I say... these are super cute and easy to crochet. Video Tutorial
Crochet Weighted Marled Lapghan + Tutorial
The Crochet Marled Weighted Lapghan is a concept of using two strands at one time. Using Caron Cakes, the marling is addictive and really fun. I used Caron Cakes, Red Velvet is the colour. One ball you will use from the outside of the ball going inward to the centre. The second ball use the...
How to Read Crochet Patterns + Beginner Tutorial
Reading crochet patterns is vital for crocheters who want to expand their skills and abilities to do different projects. However, for newbie crocheters, where exactly do you need to start, and what are some of the obstacles involved? My personal goal is not to keep you hooked on learning from me forever but to give...
5 Different Sizes - Crochet Bucket Hats + Tutorials
The Crochet Bucket Hat Trio is new for 2022, using 100% cotton with Lily Sugar'n Cream yarn. Of the three, I love the stripes version as the shaping and look remind me a lot of a gift show version type of hat. It's carefully designed, and I think it's incredible. There is now 5 free patterns...
Crochet Easy Shells Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
Certain shawls are just for lounging; other shawls are definitely for special occasions. This Crochet Easy Shells Shawl is cotton and is good enough to be worn during special events like weddings. It uses Patons Grace, which is 100% Mercerized Cotton. This is not dishwashing cotton but fashion cotton. With #3 weight yarn and lustre...
Mikey's Knit Beanie and Brim Pattern + Tutorial
DOWNLOAD BEANIE PDF FREE PATTERN Create your own knit brim or beanie hat for the very first time. Mikey was determined to figure out how to knit enough to make his hat and one for Diva Dan. While the hat is simple in concept, you know it can feel like a daunting task if you...
Chunky Crochet Short Row Scarf + Tutorial
I'm a fan of long scarfs, primarily if they are worked in a short row like this scarf; lengthwise can tend to be a little daunting. I like the texture of this Chunky Crochet Short-Row Scarf, and those tassels added make me so happy! I'm curious how this would look worked up as a shawl....
Crochet Wall Picture at Mikey's Studio + Tutorial
The Crochet Wall Hanging is an adaptation of the Flora Afghan but in miniature format. The picture frame is 39" x 39" and this was never intended to be a pattern. These were created to test try the written pattern but then I came up with a game plan to make some extra to make...
Crochet Baby of Mine Hooded Blanket Pattern
The Crochet Baby of Mine Blanket was inspired by our Stitch is Right Game 2.0. It's one of the stitch faux popcorn combos. I designed this blanket in 3 ways. Just as a regular blanket. I have given an option for just using 1 ball of Caron One Pound yarn plus if you use 2...
6 Planned Pooling Crochet Patterns
Planned Pooling Crochet Patterns I have not yet mastered the art of planned pooling but it is definitely high on my list of things I want to learn I did try once it didn't go as well as hoped maybe next time I will follow the complete directions and not just what stitch I had...
Crochet Rising Tides Bag Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Rising Tides Bag Crochet the Rising Tides Bag, a design by Mikey. Using Caron Cotton Cakes, the colour shown is called Nested Blues. Inspired by the Bay of Fundy as it's just around the corner from my home. The tide goes up and down between 40 - 60 feet every 13-hour cycles. It's so...
Crochet Mountain Range Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Mountain Range Blanket Have you ever wanted to crochet a Wave Blanket that has different heights of waves across the blanket? Now is your chance for this Crochet Mountain Range Blanket. The afghan is in multiples of 34 + 21. So you can customize the sizing. Each multiple = approx 7" across. The pattern...
53 Charity Knit and Crochet Patterns
As for yarn artists, we all have big hearts and love to give and create. Charity Projects is a beautiful collection to find several different items to choose from. You can create with either knit or crochet your choice of gift to give as you like, be it homeless, nursing home or someone you may...
Power's Out, Hook's Out Crochet Scarf
This 70" long by 7" tosh double-knit Madelintosh yarn crochet scarf used a 4mm / G/6 scarf was created while Nova Scotia was going to face a storm. Turning off the computer before the power out, grabbing a hook. I put the time to use for a 100% superwash merino wool scarf. Madelinetosh Tosh DK...
Beginner Crochet Textured Scarf + Tutorial
This stitch is known by a few names for this Crochet Simple Texture Scarf. It's called the Moss Stitch or even the Linen Stitch. This is a free pattern available on Yarnspirations featuring Caron Cakes Yarn, exclusive to Michaels. You will use only 1 ball of Caron Cakes. The colour transitions are as they come...
Crochet Long Striped Scarf Pattern
During the Michaels reveal, I was wearing a Crochet Long Stripes Scarf during the presentation. This was the beautifully weighted scarf. Using Caron X Pantone yarn. I loved the vibrant nature of this scarf. It was great to wear, too. You will see the model in the free pattern. They are highlighting how long it...
55 Crochet Bag Project Ideas
From hauling your yarn projects to going to the market to pick up fruits and veggies, crochet bags are just awesome. Crochet Bag Projects make for good travel size projects in order to crochet something that doesn't take up a lot of space. More Crochet Ideas Generally speaking, always use cotton based yarns for bags...
Crochet Colour Wheel Challenge Scarf + Tutorial
The Crochet Colour Wheel Scarf is a challenge we have for you. It is using the newest yarn brand called Caron Little Crafties. There are 20 balls inside the package, which means 20 fabulous colours. It is a level #4 weight yarn. Pattern Options - Alternative Full disclaimer: The angle of the base is accidental...
137 Knit & Crochet Free Patterns
137 Knit and Crochet Patterns Yarnspirations has pooled together 137 knit and crochet patterns. It's a huge assortment of patterns that include clothing, afghans, blankets and even home decor. It's a true privilege that one of my patterns was able to be part of the banner for this collection. I never take that acknowledgement for...
Crochet Bobble-licious Pillow Pattern + Tutorial
This crochet Bobble-licious Pillow Pattern is pretty straight forward and has some great texture opportunities at the same time. The yarn of choice for this pillow is the Patons Canadiana Yarn Line. It's 100% acrylic. You can use this particular yarn line to create eye candy accent pillows but there is also a rich colour...
Full Circle Crochet Pillow Pillow Pattern + Tutorial
I think these Crochet Full Circle Pillows are the cat's meow! I love the colours, I love the shape... I just adore the layers! As Pee-Wee Herman would say, "If you love it, why not marry it!" Well... maybe he's getting carried away! Don't tempt me! More Pillow Ideas Seriously though, I have made a...
Crochet Full Circle Pillow Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Full Circle Pillows Like a silly crocheter, I assumed there are two round panels sewn together on the edges, but I definitely would have lost the bet. These are using Caron Simply Soft that is a vibrant yarn in many colours. These are the Crochet Caron Full Circle Pillows. More Ideas to Consider The...
Crochet Breakaway Waves Blanket Pattern
Crochet Breakaway Waves Blanket When I stumbled across the Bernat Baby Blanket Stripes yarn in Tiny Teal, I immediately knew I wanted to crochet a chevron wave blanket with it. Sometimes the yarn directs me what to do. I really love when inspiration hits that way! So I hope you enjoy my Breakaway Waves Blanket...
How to Line Your Crochet or Knit Bag + Tutorial
A crochet or knit bag is lovely but sometimes we love to overstuff the bags and it causes it to misshape or just ruin it. So lining your crochet or knit bag is a way to protect your bag. It also protects your content from wanting to fall through the stitchwork. In the tutorial below,...
Crochet Breaking Waves Afghan Pattern
Introducing the Crochet Breaking Waves Afghan designed by Mikey of The Crochet Crowd, aka me. Inspired by the breaking waves of water on a coastal edge and looking to Caron Big Cakes, Blue Macaroon, I developed a textured look wave afghan. PDF IS UPDATED WITH NEW INFO - June 15th, 2021 Yarn Caron Big Cakes,...
6 Fun Wall Hanging Weaving Patterns
6 Fun Wall Hanging Ideas I have been wanting to try my hand at the wall hanging art for a while so I was pretty excited to see this collection. There are a couple of different ones on this list that I am pretty excited to try. Wall hangings are a fun way to showcase...
Caribbean Crochet Wrap
DOWNLOAD FREE PATTERN The Crochet Fisherman's Fog Wrap is a design by Mikey to go with other flowy wraps he's created. Very lacy with lightweight yarn. Using Red Heart It's A Wrap Rainbow in Foggy colour. Crochet diagrams are provided to assist you with this unique light and airy crochet wrap. Answer easy going wrap...
Crochet Chevron Stripe Bobble Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Chevron Stripe Bobble Blanket The Crochet Chevron Stripe Bobble Blanket is using Bernat Blanket Yarn. It has a long repeat sequence to make up this wonderful blanket. Halfway through a repeat, the colour is changed so half of the diamond is a different colour. This gives the illusion of being chevrons when, in fact,...
Crochet 4 Tone Solid Granny Patterns + Tutorial
Crochet 4 Tone Grannies Have you enter wanted to change colours so that each quadrant is the a different colour in a granny square. This 4 Tone Granny Square, was written for our charity project. This concept can be used to make it 2 tone or even just ¼ tone if you want. The secret...
Crochet Broadway Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Broadway Afghan was designed for the Summer 2019 Crochet Cruises. It's a charity square crocheters will work on during the cruise. Solid granny squares are considered four-tone granny squares. Why four tones, but you only see two tones? There are two strands of light gray and two strands of dark gray. If you...
7 Winter Crochet Wearables + Tutorials
The Crochet Spiral Hat chunky pattern is one of the newest designs available, and you would be surprised how fast it hooks up. This type of technique is called tapestry crochet. Usually, patterns like this have a chart to follow for the colour changes. It's not done like bobbins of individual balls, but the unused...
Crochet Cold Cove Hat + Tutorial
The Crochet Cold Cove Hat, designed by Kathleen Neborak Nolen, was made for a craft show table. She does excellent in selling her stuff. As Kathleen explained in the book, part of doing a good craft show is the variety but also projects that don't take a long time to make so the return on...
Crochet Water Lily Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Water Lilies in August Afghan is a design by Michael Sellick from The Crochet Crowd. Initially, this is part of the Crochet Flora Afghan and was released. With the thanks of crocheters who helped proof the pattern, a suggestion came back with changing rounds 11 - 16 from a crocheter by the name...
1000's of Free Knit and Crochet Patterns
It is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy crocheting, knitting, sewing, and crafting. The extensive collection of over ten thousand free patterns offered by Yarnspirations provides diverse options for creative projects. The weekly addition of new collections ensures that users always have fresh and inspiring choices. The themed collections in the selection of clothing...