Crochet Daisy Baby Blanket Sarah of Repeat Crafter Me is one of the leaders for free and super cute ideas for Corner to Corner Graphghans. Whether it be for baby or bigger, she just makes the heart go pitter-patter. Here is a link to Sarah's Corner to Corner Designs. Here we have the Crochet Corner...
Bernat Yarn Patterns
Bernat yarn is your go-to for the whole family, with great yarns for fashion, home décor projects, and baby! From tried and true basics, to cutting-edge textures, there’s a yarn for everyone, and every project. Featuring best-in-class baby yarns that are safety certified, fashion-forward garment yarn, and classic home decor yarn, you'll love to knit and crochet all your craft projects with Bernat yarns! My favourite brands include Bernat Blanket, Bernat Super Value and Bernat Plush yarns.
Crochet Adult Poncho Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Adult Poncho size XS-5X Crochet this adorable Crochet Poncho sized from 2 years, 4 years and 6 years of age. Using Bernat POP! for fun colour shades. Just playful. You can substitute using Caron Cakes if you wish. The yardage is the same and you may find other colours you wish to play with. Pattern Suggestions Crochet Blanket...
Free Inspiring Crochet Raised Leaves Complex Stitch + Diagram + Tutorial
Advanced level crochet stitch. The stitch requires a pathway approach when going across. In the future, for specific stitches, then back… then forward again. This is the Crochet Raised Leaves Complex Stitch pattern. This stitch may be tricky when there are a lot of distractions around you, but the effects of using Bernat Symphony Yarn would...
Crochet Frosted Tips Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet is elegant. From The Middle Concept Afghan, it is called the Crochet Frosted Tips Afghan. The afghan has strategic surface overlays as demonstrated in the tutorial below. The surface overlay indicates how the stitchwork works around the square afghan. Using Bernat Blanket, you will find this will work up quickly. I stopped at 48"...
Crochet Spinning Wheels Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Spinning Wheels Blanket My favourite stitch of all is the Catherine Wheel Stitch and this Crochet Spinning Wheels Blanket has it. I completed this stitch when I was 15 years old as my second afghan that I completed in my life. Today, 30+ years later, it's still my favourite and the Bernat Blanket yarn...
Caron 5 Star Beanie Crochet Hat + Tutorial
This amazing hat features the Star Cluster Stitch. This stitch is extremely popular and now you have this same stitch in a hat. The Star Cluster Stitch is slightly different than a traditional star stitch. We have an article with a free tutorial showing the Traditional Star Stitch. View that article and tutorial here. ....
Crochet Line Up! Pillow Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet this mesmerizing project by Yarnspirations, the Line Up! Crochet Pillow. This fun pillow will brighten up any decor. This easy pattern will hook up fast in the Bernat Maker Home Dec yarn. Choose your favourite colours to match your own style. Many Crochet Cruisers were surprised when using this yarn. It's soft and easy...
Free Bernat Tunisian Pencil Scarf Pattern + Tutorial
A one-row repeating pattern with fast results for a Tunisian Accessory scarf. This uses leftover yarn from Bernat Tweedie and Bernat Forever Fleece yarns. This is the Tunisian Pencil Scarf pattern. Easy time waster and casual accessory to wear just because you can. Yarn Bernat Tweedie, 180 g/6.4 oz, 226 m/247 yds Bernat Forever Fleece...
Crochet Pebble Throw Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Pebble Stitch Throw The Crochet Pebble Stitch Throw is designed for beginners. The stitch is multiple sets of 2... At the end of the chain, just at 1 to stay in balance. It's using Bernat Blanket Yarn. A suggestion of 9 mm or M size crochet hook. For my tutorial below, I used a...
How to Use Bernat All In One Granny Square Yarn with Tutorials
Exclusive only to Yarnspirations is Bernat All In One Granny yarn that launched in late December 2024. In today's economy, crocheters cannot afford to waste, and this yarn checks all the boxes to cut down on the amount of yarn purchased. I'll explain. This material is the infamous Bernat Blanket yarn reformated. Quick Demonstrations Mikey...
Free Bernat Vintage Baby Shawl Pattern + Diagram + Tutorial
Yarnspirations has a vintage pattern from their archives called Bernat Crochet Baby Shawl that is a change from 2024 standards of medium or chunky weight yarns. It used Bernat Baby (Fingering) yarn, which was thin. Back in the day, yarn for babies tended to be thin. In today's world, this type of crochet is less...
Crochet Little Trapper Hat Pattern
Crochet Little Trapper Hat Crochet this cute Little Trapper Hat. A regular ear flat hat with added Bernat Pipsqueak for the front and trimming to give the ultra-plush and cute look. You can opt to leave off the straps if it makes you a bit uncomfortable. You have to decide what is right for you....
What is Mikey's Personal Stitch Gauge? + Tutorial
Every crocheter has their stitch gauge. Gauge is the unit of measure in which your hands operate to create a finished stitch. Some crocheters are loose, others are tight, and some are of the recommended ball size. Designers provide a gauge when a crochet pattern is made; it allows crocheters to match the indicator by...
Finger Knit EZ Wool Box Stitch Blanket Pattern
Finger Knit EZ Wool Blanket The Bernat EZ Wool Box Stitch Blanket is now available to try. Using just knit and garter stitch, you can create this basket weave looking blanket using Bernat Alize EZ Wool. This is simply a yarn that is self looping. It doesn't require any skills of knitting or crochet. You...
Crochet Burger Pet Bed Pattern
Crochet Burger Pet Bed For the love of food, introducing to you the Crochet Burger Pet Bed pattern. This 20" diameter pet bed is definitely a conversational piece. Stuff it perfectly for your fur-baby to rest and have doggie dreams. Depending on your kitty, your kitty may take a shine to this as well. Who...
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 Dog Bed Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Dog Bed Using Bernat Blanket Pet yarn has its advantages for this Crochet Dog Bed. Bernat Blanket Pet has probiotic added to the yarn that is colourless and odourless. It naturally repels pet odours. This is essentially 2 large solid granny squares that are sewn together. There is a button in the middle on...
How To Crochet 10 Christmas Blanket Patterns + Tutorials
10 Challenging Christmas Crochet Blankets To many crocheters, Christmas is a very special time of year. It feels good to pull out the decorations and make the house festive as the season changes to be very short days, especially here in North America. Over the years, we showcased several afghans, especially for Christmas. For myself,...
Crochet Spiderweb Blanket Pattern
Introducing the playful and kid-friendly blanket called Spiderweb Blanket from Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts. This is a 12-point ripple afghan coloured to appear like a spiderweb, with an added overlay afterwards to create the lines that jet out from the center. This afghan is 55" diameter and has 3 sections of blue, 3 sections of...
Free Bernat Crochet Study of Meditation Blanket Pattern
The Crochet Study of Meditation Blanket will allow you to sit back and relax as you complete a 9-round repeating pattern using Bernat Blanket yarn. Mikey made this blanket in only 2 evenings, as crochet blankets are very fast to make in this type of yarn. You can grow the blanket indefinitely by repeating rounds...
Free Bernat Crochet Gingerbread Bear Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Gingerbread Bear is based on the Crochet Valentine Bear, both designed by Sarah from Repeat Crafter Me. The differences between the bears are visually evident, whereas the gingerbread version doesn't have a heart stomach and has two rounds of white in the arms and feet. These are easy to make and relatively quick...
Free Caron Crochet Christmas Plaid Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Learn how to do a Crochet plaid blanket/afghan. The trick to the plaid is getting the right amount of rows in place so the vertical stripes have the right effect. If you rush changing the rows too quickly, you will miss the effect. I know this from first-hand experience. More Crochet Patterns The yarn used...
Free Bernat Crochet Knotted Bears Stitch Along with Repeat Crafter Me
Sarah from Repeat Crafter Me presents this Christmas Stitch Along called Benny and Henny Knotted Crochet Bears. Super hot trending are stuffies where the heads are stuffed but the bodies are left without polyfil. I saw this concept pop up in the craft shows in the fall of 2024. This three-part series will run for...
Free Bernat Crochet Crocodile Stitch Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crocodile Stitch Blanket is a really popular stitch due to the texture, appearance and thickness of the final look it provides. I am providing you several resources with today's article. More Crocodile Stitch Patterns Alternative Yarn Choices The baby afghan version uses 7 Bernat Baby Softee Yarn Balls. Total yardage is 2,534. Here is...
Crochet Beginning Chain Counts & Worksheet
My Beginning Chain Worksheet illustrates. This worksheet assumes straight rows back and forth. At the bottom of the article is the worksheet for chevrons (waves) for changing sizes too. People ask, a lot, on how many chains to start with. We have done the research to determine the average chains that start typical sizes. I...
How Much Yarn Needed for Baby Blanket?
Crochet baby blankets are generally about 36" - 40" square. Of course, the smaller the size, the less yarn needed. Yarn To Use 4 ply Medium #4 - Yarn Varies Sizes vary which takes into account the yarn, hook size and style of the blanket. Minimum 800 to 1400 yards. Colours and more will factor...
Free Bernat Crochet Satisfying Popper Stress Ball Pattern + Tutorial
Feel the jelly beads inside the leading rubber ball pop out. It's ridiculously satisfying and good exercise for your hands. This crochet stress reliever may be just the ticket for a great novelty gift using Bernat Blanket. This is the Popper Crochet Stress Ball pattern. I tried a few options during the design. Ensured the...
3 Crochet and Knit Herringbone Patterns
Crochet and Knit Herringbone Blankets I was taught the Herringbone stitch awhile ago, and love how it looked worked up in the pattern I was shown it is a really neat stitch. I was curious and as always, got me wondering what else there was to play with so I went to Yarnspirations to search...
3 Fall Crochet Blanket Patterns + Tutorials
The three blankets that are being features in the Michaels Product Showcase are the Crochet Mad for Plaid Blanket, Crochet Greek Key Blanket and the Wide Stitch Blanket. Each blanket is unique in presentation and skill level. The Mad for Plaid blanket is stunning and easier than it looks to crochet. The Wide V-stitch is...
Free Bernat Crochet Blanket with Feet Pocket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Footsie Blanket is designed to keep your feet tucked into a pocket. No more feet popping out at the bottom. I'm too tall for an average throw-size blanket. Instead of creating an obsession about extra length, I made a pocket that is 12" deep that I can slide my feet into to prevent...
Free Bernat Charity Warm Fleece Adult Crochet Beanie + Tutorial
Having extra yarn left on a shelf, especially when it's discontinued like the Bernat Forever Fleece Tweeds feels like a sin when others in my community may be cold. Today, I feel the chill in the air as the wind is hurling outside. The sound of the wind guests just make me shiver. This is...
Free Bernat Crochet Charity Bark Beanie Adult Free Pattern
Taking discontinued yarn and using it for charity work is definitely high on my priority list. The Bernat Forever Fleece Tweeds are in my collection but were discontinued. I am building a charity box of hats to give out. I decided to design an essential charity beanie hat called the Crochet Charity Bark Adult Beanie....
29 Crochet Holiday Patterns
Have you looked at the calendar lately? Did you realize that Christmas is 10 weeks from today?! Are you in need of any holiday ideas for crocheting quickly? I have found some patterns to inspire your creativity. I realize there are many other holidays besides Christmas, so don't feel limited. Use the colours that mean...
Crochet Hugs & Kisses Scarf Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Hugs & Kisses Scarf I'm super excited to share with you my Hugs & Kisses Scarf Pattern. I designed this one for Marly Bird's 24 Days of Quickies for Gifts Blog Hop. I had always wanted to add a scarf like this to my collection of Hugs & Kisses patterns, but time always got...
16 Crochet Fingerless Gloves Patterns
Crochet fingerless gloves are so practical in today's era of cell phone use. They allow easy access to get the chill off most hands while being mobile-friendly.
Free Bernat Crochet Teenie Beanie Cap Pattern + Tutorial
Fast fashion crochet beanie hat is the Teenie Beanie Crochet Hat pattern using Bernat Plush yarn. I used to wear a hat similar to this in my 20s. It's practical but also fashion-oriented as an accessory. This thick yarn causes the pattern to crochet very quickly. In the tutorial provided, I covered using a 10...
Free Bernat Crochet Condom Novelty Hat for Gift Giving Pattern + Tutorial
"Shut up... You didn't just crochet that!" Oh yes, I did. Imagine a novelty gift that borders that fine line of crochet and is outrageous. I saw Bernat Plush yarn in my collection this morning, and I thought, "Gee, that would be a cool condom hat!" I know... who in the hell thinks of that?...
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...
27 Crochet Hooded Blanket Patterns
Crochet Hooded Blankets There is nothing better than swaddling a baby in a crocheted hooded blanket. Having a hood attached just makes that swaddle so much easier. When the babies grow into toddler size, they really enjoy snuggling themselves into these fun and colourful blankets as they slip into the magical world of pretend. I...
Free Bernat Housewarming Blanket + Tutorial + Crochet Diagrams
As people age, moving to a new, different house doesn't usually mean a complete re-start in life, but a beautiful housewarming gift to give comfort. This gift may be great for a child with their first living space, such as a dorm, apartment, or possibly someone's first home. This is the Bernat Housewarming Crochet Blanket...