The Crochet Spring Fling Pillow was a small 12" Pillow. This particular stitch-along pattern took off like a bat out of hell for popularity. Pillows are a hard project to convince people to want to complete. This was so popular, the magazine editor-in-chief for A Needle Pulling Thread Magazine featured all entered pillows in their...
Crochet Intermediate Level
Geared towards those seeking a more challenging crochet experience, these projects are intended to be a level above easy, featuring intricate stitch patterns, advanced color work, and shaping techniques. Whether you're looking to elevate your skills or enjoy a more complex crafting journey, these projects offer a rewarding and engaging crochet experience. Dive into the world of intricate patterns that go beyond the basics, providing a satisfying challenge for the more experienced crocheter.
7 Crochet Favorites of 2020 by Jeanne
Well, as year 2020 comes to a close, I have to say although it was a really strange year, hopefully one that only comes once in a lifetime, it was a real growth year for me and my crochet journey. I did not create as many projects this year as in some of the past...
Crochet Along Stitch-cation Pattern + Tutorials
It's funky and filled with 7 different motifs to bring your Stitch-cation Afghan to life. The afghan is 35" wide by 52" long. Stitch-cation is a pattern mash-up of motifs found from two different free patterns found on Yarnspirations which include the Crochet Tucson Throw and Crochet Lenox Throw designed by Treva G. McCain for...
Crochet Zig-Zag Rectangular Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
This Crochet Zig-Zag Rectangular Shawl is a 'for me' project. Sure, you can gift it out, but the work-personal ship, the careful detail of colours, and the use of Caron X Pantone yarn are a combination of projects worthy of self-celebration. The Zig-Zags are sharp, the colour play is divine. The look and feel of...
Crochet Adult Zig Zag Top Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Adult Zig Zag Top is an intermediate pattern with an easy repeat concept. Sized XS to 5 XL. Using Red Heart Croquette yarn. All 5 sizes are indicated on the one pattern. So you will start off the beginning chain in the size you want to complete. Each time there is a decision...
Crochet Summer Rules Top Pattern + Tutorial
A request from Yarnspirations to film up something. It's the Crochet Summer Rules Top that is sized from XS - 5 XL using Red Heart Croquette yarn. This is pretty much a tunic style top. Red Heart Croquette is a size #1 yarn. Pretty much thread level. As interest, I did try the pattern using...
Crochet Mosaic Baby Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Mosaic Baby Blanket The Crochet Mosaic Baby Blanket is the latest addition to the mosaic series from Yarnspirations. This is a beautifully stunning concept. The multiples to change the size is 10+14. This is using Bernat Baby Crushed Velvet in the colours of Whipping Cream and Lilac Petals. 2 balls of each colour are...
Stitch Along: Crochet Along Mike The Monster Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Mike the Monster is authorized by Disney Characters in crochet format. Stacey Trock of FreshStitches.com designed this character and received special permission from Disney. Certain restrictions are in place when making a Registered Trademarked item. Mike the Monster was presented and it took a few weeks for people to figure out what we...
Crochet Daisy and Clusters Baby Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
This Crochet Daisy and Clusters Baby Blanket have two different sets of stitches that make this wonderful. It's one of those photos that cause me to click because I am sure there is more to the baby blanket. It has stitches I haven't seen before in combination. I am looking forward to filming this up...
Crochet Jumper Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Garden Lattice Jumper Sized 6 months to 4 years of age is the Crochet Lattice Jumper. This jumper starts at the bottom and works upward to the top straps. The tinging of colours at the base of the jumper is merely a colour switch of stitches. The larger V-Stitches create a dominant colour. So...
Red Heart Free Crochet Peppermint Christmas Throw + Tutorial
I was floored when I first saw the Crochet Peppermint Afghan in the summer of 2014. Designed by Bendy Carter, this afghan is so incredible that it inspired me beyond belief. I knew instantly this was an afghan a crocheter could fall in love with. The looks are a bit deceiving as you may think you need...
Crochet Along Valentine Scarf Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Valentine Scarf was our first project. We learned that community members love to make items together as a community and share their results. The trick to filet crochet is following the graphs. The lessons were intended to show people how to use graphs and potentially make their graphs. More Pattern Ideas It was...
Crochet Message Pocket Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Message Pocket Shawl pattern has a nice texture. Showing the Larksfoot Track Stitch. Designed to comfy. You can customize the length or sew the pockets to your comfort level with your arm length. The pocket is built into the panel, not slapped on afterwards. If you love the panel of the shawl, you...
Crochet Floral Beauty Throw Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Floral Beauty Throw is really heavy in texture. The yarn is changing colour on its own but you can control that if you wish to change colours between the rounds. I have created an alternative for the 2nd last round. I did that so I could get more of a square look out...
Red Heart Free Crochet Christmas Morning Throw Pattern + Tutorial
Merry and bright is the Crochet Christmas Morning Throw pattern. It's a stitch sampler pattern for your Christmas decor. Or any season, for that matter. I took the liberty to pull apart the pattern to make a stitch diagram so I could see exactly how to teach this. I provided those diagrams below for you...
Crochet Dashing Holiday Throw Pattern
Crochet Dashing Holiday Throw The Crochet Dashing Holiday Throw is simple looking but really sharp with the way the colours are crocheted together. I'm also a fan of Red, Grey, Blue and White together for Christmas. It's a relief from traditional red, white and green Christmas. More Ideas Bernat Super Value Yarn Crochet Ripples of...
Crochet Bernat Christmas Tree Skirt Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Christmas Tree Skirt With Trees The Bernat Crochet Christmas Tree Skirt has tree motifs crocheted into place. In fact, you can be creative and make each tree its own colour. You will start off with a row that will be the centre point of all 11 Christmas Trees. From there, you will build on...
Free Caron Crochet Along Peppermint Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Peppermint Afghan In May, Yarnspirations asked me for a Summer Stitch Along as we had done the summer the year before. Without a lot of notice, I hammered together the Peppermint Afghan. It surprisingly took off with popularity. It was a pure fluke. Introducing the Quick & Merry Crochet Along with Yarnspirations called the...
Crochet Hairpin Lace Pattern for Beginners
This pattern was developed by our own Daniel using two crochet hairpin lace strips that are joined together. Like many designs Daniel has, he shares the idea over and then collaborates with either myself or a pattern tester. In this case, he collaborated with our fabulous friend, Anita. Anita's example turned out absolutely beautiful. You...
Free Caron Crochet Hugs & Kisses Starshine Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
I am very proud to introduce to you the 7th in the Hugs & Kisses Series of patterns, Hugs & Kisses Starshine Blanket! This was very challenging for me to accomplish but I promise you, the pattern is not hard and it’s fun because you change stitches enough to keep your interest. Honestly, as it grows,...
Free Red Heart Crochet Herringbone Stitch Chevron Cowl Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Mia's Herringbone Chevron Cowl is actually pretty easy. It uses the Herringbone Stitch, which is demonstrated in the tutorial below. It's easy to follow the pattern and it's the spacing of the stitches that create the spaces where the chevron is appearing. The herringbone stitch takes a bit getting used to and you...
Free Caron Crochet Study of Texture Shawl Pattern
DOWNLOAD FREE PATTERN Crochet Study of Texture Shawl The Crochet Study of Texture Shawl is a shawl that is intended to push your limits for improving your stitchwork. The pattern is comprehensive with 59 rows of instructions to complete this masterpiece. This is 62" across by 35" deep. There will not be a specific tutorial...
Free Caron Crochet Along Advent Calendar Pattern + Tutorials
I was sitting in Yarnspirations in the late summer of 2017 with designer Emily. She was designing the miniatures for the Advent Calendar. I was so excited about it. I got on board, and it became an unplanned Stitch Along. There were 12 miniature characters and designs that were fun Introducing a Crochet Along to...
Crochet Round Rascals Pig
The Crochet Round Rascals Pig, designed by Michelle Moore for the Crochet Cruises is a free pattern. It's technically a soccer ball where some of the pieces have intentional flowers added to the shapes for design. Then the rest of the pig pieces are added to give the ball its flavour. This pig reminds me,...
Crochet Round Rascals Sheep
The Crochet Round Rascals Sheep, designed by Michelle Moore for the Crochet Cruises is a free pattern. It's technically a soccer ball where some of the pieces have intentional flowers added to the shapes for design. Then the rest of the sheep pieces are added to give the ball its flavour. It's looking for friends...
Crochet Round Rascals Rooster
The Crochet Round Rascals Rooster, designed by Michelle Moore for the Crochet Cruises is a free pattern. It's technically a soccer ball where some of the pieces have intentional flowers added to the shapes for design. Then the rest of the rooster pieces are added to give the ball its flavour. Depending on the eye-lashes,...
61 Indoor Decor Snowflake Patterns + Recipe to Make Them Stiff
With festive feelings in the air and the big guy in red about to climb down the chimney, smaller projects are in order. As a male crocheter, I appreciate home decor a lot. I don't have to worry about my belt size for wearables. Decorations like this are reusable and can create a family pass-down...
Free Red Heart 3 Crochet Octagon and Squares Throw Patterns + Tutorials
The Crochet Octagon and Squares Throw is just two motifs sewn together to form this amazing afghan. It was also our first ever stitch along. The video for this is a bit dated as technology gets better each year. I think I have to refilm this again in the future. Tutorial The video is...
Mikey's Mystery Crochet Hat
Are you able to crochet a hat without knowing what it looks like first? It's a mystery crochet hat. There picture here has clues on what could be going on. Hmmm. What do they mean exactly? Truth is, I wanted to design a texture hat that was unique to me. It took me two major...
Free Bernat Crochet Textured Hooded Pocket Wrap Pattern
My working partnership with Yarnspirations challenged me to come up with a pocket wrap. My team members, Anita and Wendy, were in the finishing stages of a pocket wrap that is coming out shortly. Each of us has a different approach. The Crochet Hooded Pocket Wrap is my version of this challenge. I had design...
Sparkle Mosaic Crochet Shawl + Tutorial
The Crochet Sparkle Mosaic Shawl is unique and plays with Red Heart Roll With It Sparkle. The yarn is long and self-striping and creates a beautiful mixing of colours as the mosaic appears on the front side. There is a large repeat going on, and the tutorial is going through each row carefully as we...
Annual Christmas Crochet Blanket Pattern
The Annual Christmas Crochet Blanket may become a tradition in your home from passing it around or bringing back memories from years past. One year, I found myself absolutely broke and maxed out on credit. Christmas was coming and part of the family Christmas is everything to them. The gifts, the turkey and time together....
Free Bernat Crochet Christmas Scandinavian Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Christmas Scandinavian Blanket I was inspired by the Tim Hortons Scandinavian Cups for 2016. I looked at Yarnspirations for existing snowflakes. I found the Assorted Lily Snowflakes and wondered if I can convert one of them to a motif. With finding Snowflake A, I was able to figure out the mathematics to do this...
Crochet Fandango Throw Pattern + Tutorial
Growing up when I was younger a lot of the women in my family was into quilting, I couldn't stitch a straight line if my life depended on it. I always loved the look of the quilts they were working on and wished I had the ability to complete a blanket like that. I was...
Crochet Slouchy & Fingerless Gloves Pattern
Texture and fabulous is the Crochet Riverside Button Slouchy Set. Both hats and fingerless gloves have cable texture applied to them. An intermediate-level crocheter. Thank goodness crochet diagrams are provided for better visualization of how to do this incredible set. This set screams style and is perfect for the crocheter looking to spruce up her...
Crochet Greek Key Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Greek Key Blanket is a Mosaic Concept of layering to create the key inside the blanket. The colouring of this blanket is subjective to your creativity. Reminds me of the symbols in sand. It's really nice. If you are unfamiliar with Mosiac Crochet, we did a Crochet Along earlier in 2020 where the...
Crochet Together Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Together Shawl is an adapted pattern by me based on an existing Yarnspirations.com pattern. Yarnspirations have me focused on Bernat Toasty which is tight to the core boucle. Usually, with Boucle the strands can catch on the hook. This yarn is designed to keep the strands closer to the core. So I literally...
14 Crochet Snowflakes Patterns + Tutorials
We have an assorted type of crochet snowflake motifs. They can be used as ornaments, garlands or even gift toppers. In this article, I have added tips and tutorials for stiffening up your snowflakes so they can be displayed with their maximum potential. Let's review what great crochet snowflake resources we have. Hardening Up Crochet...
Crochet Shifting Colors Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Shifting Colours Shawl pattern is using Bernat Plentiful yarn. Not a typical design makes it an intermediate level. Bernat Plentiful is such a generous ball of yarn that you could crochet an entire sweater using just 1 ball of yarn. This is a very lightweight yarn, like wearing a feather. The pattern includes...
Crochet Christmas Holiday Hearts Throw + Tutorial
The Crochet Christmas Holiday Hearts Throw blanket is a unique shaped granny square. The interior is a heart shape that is floating within. I was heavily inspired by this blanket to change up a few things for my own styling purposes. I will share more about those changes in a tutorial. I will be creating...