It is not a solid colour but appears to be smudged with intention, which is the dappled colouring effect by Yarnspirations. You can see a project below on how it looks like as well. You can see several free crochet and knit patterns here that use this yarn, too. I typically find this type of...
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 Nautical Bag Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Nautical Bag Create this easy level Crochet Nautical Bag. This is using Bernat Handicrafter Holidays cotton yarn for the tutorial sample. The actual bag is just Lily Sugar'n Cream yarn. You can substitute with Bernat Handicrafter Yarn as well. This bag is crocheted in sets of 2 rows to make 1 stripe. There is...
Crochet Tippy Toes Baby Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Tippy Toes Baby Blanket The Crochet Tippy Toes Baby Blanket is a bit of texture and fun stitching combination. This is a 4-row repeat pattern and if you use different colours, you can really highlight the stitchwork that is shown within this blanket. The border, which isn't shown in the tutorial, is simply just...
Knit EZ Wool Seed Stitch Scarf Pattern
EZ Wool Seed Stitch Scarf This Wool Seed Stitch Scarf is so cozy and fun. Made with Bernat Alize EZ Wool this Wool Seed Stitch Scarf with its bulky weight will work up faster than you realize, you'll be wanting one in every colour. Pattern Suggestions Finger Knitting Multi Texture Afghan Finger Knitting Looping Ladders...
C2C Dreamy Clouds Baby Blanket
Crochet C2C Dreamy Clouds Baby Blanket I enjoy making baby blankets, they always turn out so cute, like this Crochet C2C Dreamy Clouds Baby Blanket so soft, adorable and would make the perfect baby gift. With the pattern, there's a diagram for colour placement as well as a stitch diagram making this project super easy....
How to Crochet 6 Baby Blankets Patterns for Beginners + Tutorials
Let's face it: When new crocheters want to learn, they tend to go for something bigger than a dishcloth. A baby blanket can be a targeted idea for a new crochet project. As an educator of crochet, I believe that projects where the finished line isn't too far away from the starting point can give...
18 Natural Wonders Knit and Crochet Patterns + 2 Free Tutorials
The 18 Natural Wonders Pattern Round-Up is inspired by outdoor colouring and landscapes. It includes pillows, blankets, and wall hangings, including a punch needle wall hanging and latch hook decor wall art. . . Suppose you like the Corner to Corner (C2C) design. You can see how it's done using another sample to see how...
9 Countdown Calendars for Knitters, Sewers and Crocheters
Count down to the day something big happens with advent calendars and other time-representing items for knitters, sewers, and crocheters. All of the patterns are free. Knitters have little pockets where you will carry yarn to create the numbers in the calendar and use the pockets to stuff a unique little item into it. For...
6 Crochet Beach Ready Patterns
6 Crochet Beach Ready Patterns Summer is finally coming let's get our selves ready for that wonderful warmer weather using these fun beach-worthy patterns, and who can resist Rita the adorable summertime bear! From a stylish beach hat to keep the sun out of your eyes, to the cute beach-chic skirt or a coverup, to...
Crochet Speedy Baby Blanket Tutorial + Tutorial
Crochet Speedy Baby Blanket Introducing a very quick baby blanket called the Speedy Baby Blanket by Jo-Ann. This is featuring the new Home Bundle Yarn that has 4 different types of yarns mixed into the one ball. Inside the ball has 4 types of yarn that run a predetermined length before switching to the next...
Crochet Dip Edge Basket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Dip Edge Basket Using 2 strands of Bernat Blanket yarn, you can create a basket to hold your yarn, toys or other things. Easy to follow a free crochet pattern. This is the Crochet Dip Edge Basket. It's the flat base then ends up going up the side. The entire basket is single crochet...
Crochet Sock Hats - All Sizes Pattern
Crochet Sock Hats My sock hat is inspired by work socks. They remind me a lot of my dad as he is one of the hardest working people I know. I know my work ethics from my dad with the creativity inspired by my mom. Looking at these socks, it reminds me of seeing these...
Crochet Timeless Memories Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Timeless Memory Blanket Learn how to do this stitch combo that makes your crochet projects look vintage or retro. I recently used this stitch combination for a baby project called the Timeless Memories Baby Blanket. For the Timeless Memories Baby Blanket, I used 17 multiples of 6 and then added 4 chains at the...
Crochet Hamptons Beach Bag Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Beach Bag Crochet yourself a lovely easy beach bag using Bernat Handicrafter Thread Yarn. The variegated colour of this brand of yarn works up to create a stunning colour story onto the bag. There are also solid colours for this yarn brand as well if you prefer something more solid. Originally, I thought making...
Crochet Round Dishcloth Pattern
Crochet Dishcloth Crochet this easy round dishcloth. The dishcloth plays on the premise of shells of different combos as it grows bigger. It will end up with 18 scallops around the perimeter in the end. Pattern Suggestions Crochet Baby Booties High Tops Pattern Crochet Dragonfly Bag Pattern Crochet Mitered Modern Baby Blanket Crochet Bright &...
Big Wheel Crochet Afghan Pattern
Bernat Blanket Big Wheel Introducing the Bernat Blanket Big Wheel Crochet Afghan. This is a Michaels Store exclusive pattern that can be found only on their website. The link provided will take you there. This afghan consists of Bernat Blanket Yarn that is chenille and really thick. To make this generous 50" x 60" generous...
How to Yarn Over Versus Yarn Under for Crochet Stitches + Tutorial
Single Crochet yarn over versus Single Crochet yarn under are very different. Both have a purpose, and depending on who taught you to crochet, you may not realize you may be doing it differently than others. I contacted Yarnspirations this morning to clarify if there is a term for these two different approaches. I suggested...
What To Do With Bernat Plush Big Yarn?
I got to try this yarn for the first time, and I loved its squishy but firm feel when I crocheted with it. It recommends using a 25 mm / 50 US crochet hook, but with the basket bowl I created, I used a 12 mm / N Hook to keep it tight and very...
How To Crochet Big Plush Basket Bowls Pattern
Twenty to Thirty Minutes of Crocheting Plush Basket Bowls with Bernat Plush Big yarn is all it takes for this nine-round instruction basket. The basket is durable and will stand on its own without having to be faked. The design will help close in the top for a fat bottom area with a braided looking...
Loopy Centre Crochet Pillow
Bernat Crushed Velvet Loopy Centre Crochet Pillow The fun Loopy Centre Crochet Pillow features a fun texture in the centre of a simple granny square. Made with super soft Bernat Crushed Velvet, this playful pillow is constructed with an envelope back, so you can switch out the pillow, or for easy washing. The free pattern,...
Criss-Cross Stripes Knit Blanket
Criss-Cross Stripes Knit Blanket with Bernat Blanket The Criss-Cross Stripes Knit Blanket, made with squishy-soft Bernat Blanket, is a great project for knitters who love texture. The super bulky gauge and criss-cross wrapping technique both speed up this project. The tassels add a sophisticated touch, sure to elevate the snuggles and naps this blanket will...
Crochet Filigree Crochet Blanket Pattern
Bernat Crushed Velvet Filigree Crochet Blanket The eye-catching design of the Crushed Velvet Filigree Crochet Blanket is made with tapestry crochet techniques. Two contrasting colours stack into diamonds, creating a modern-looking blanket out of simple single crochet stitches. Bernat Crushed Velvet yarn is a super-soft bulky weight, making this the large stitches easy to see,...
Finger Knitting Bold Stripes Blanket Pattern
Finger Knit Bernat Alize EZ Bold Stripes Blanket No hook? No problem! The Bernat Alize EZ Bold Stripes Blanket is made with finger knitting. Check out the free pattern, from Joann, and the tutorial below, to learn how to work with the loops built into the yarn strand. This project calls for 3 colours, worked...
Finger Knitting Seed Stitch Blanket Pattern
Finger Knit Seed Stitch Blanket The Finger Knit Seed Stitch Blanket is a combination of knit and purl working opposite to each other. You can use the pre-formed loops of Bernat Blanket-ez or even Bernat EZ Wool yarn to make this blanket. Give those fingers a stretch and a workout while you whip up this...
Finger Knitting Looping Ladders Blanket Pattern
Finger Knitting Looping Ladders Blanket Using Bernat Alize Blanket-ez or using Bernat Alize EZ Wool, you can create this fabulous masterpiece blanket using your fingers. This is the Finger Knitting Looping Ladders Blanket. The instructions are really neat. I would have never thought to do what they did with the loops in order to create...
Crochet Bernat Velvet Striped Blanket Pattern
Crochet Bernat Velvet Stripes Blanket For beginner level crocheters, the Crochet Bernat Velvet Stripes Blanket. The blanket is just single crochet back and forth. Changing the yarn every 6 rows for the effect that you see. It's a great little pattern if you are trying to use up some leftover yarn, or want something that...
Crochet Velvet Larksfoot Blanket Pattern
Crochet Velvet Larksfoot Blanket The Crochet Velvet Larksfoot Blanket is using Bernat Velvet yarn. Using the classic Larksfoot crochet stitch. It's pleasing to the eye stitch that somewhat exercises a crocheter's skills. It's possible for beginner crochet to master this stitch and go beyond just the basics of stitches. More Ideas 18 Fringe Benefits Knit...
How to Crochet Emotional Well-Being Blanket
New from Yarnspirations is the Feel Your Emotions Crochet Blanket, customized to your moods. This great beginner-level pattern uses 7 colours to depict your emotional well-being over 30 days. I know how it can feel when your negative emotions and trigger points seem to be the main focus point of your life. Like writing a...
Yarn Store: Rewards in Nova Scotia
Locals have been telling me about Rewards for years. I've lived here since 2018, and I haven't been to Rewards yet. It's a store of home decor, toys, and other things that I struggle to describe. My local group told me recently, "You should have listened to us sooner!" Well, they are right, but don't...
What is the Bernat Quickweave Kit? New June 2024 + Tutorial
New as of June 7, 2024, is the Bernat Quickweave kit that stunned me when I saw it months ago at Yarnspirations in Toronto. They tossed it before me, and I was like, "What is that!?". This was supposed to be a few-minute presentation as I was getting a preview for 2024 / 2025, and...
How To Crochet Loopy Edge Basket Pattern + Tutorial
Loopy Edge Crochet Basket with Bernat Alize EZ and Bernat Blanket The Loopy Edge Crochet Basket is made with two strands of super bulky Bernat Blanket held together, to create a dense, structural basket wall. The basket base is topped with fun, loopy Bernat Alize Blanket EZ yarn, bringing playful texture. The result is stylish...
Crochet Nautical Pillow Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Nautical Pillows These Crochet Nautical Pillows are easy to make and have a flap to release the pillow form from the cover. They are made with Bernat Maker Outdoor Yarn. The pillows are made up of using half double crochet followed by slip stitching which creates the simple textured concept. The striping of the...
Crochet Beach Bag Pattern + Tutorial
Introducing the Crochet Beach Bag. This pattern and the Market Bag Pattern are actually the same. The only difference is the yarn that is being recommended. Lily Sugar'n Cream and Bernat Handicrafter are both made by Yarnspirations. Lily is mostly available in the USA, whereas Handicrafter is available in Canada. Today's pattern, the yarn recommended...
Crochet Market or Beach Bag Pattern + Tutorial
Introducing the Crochet Market Bag. This pattern plus the Beach Bag Pattern is actually the same pattern. There is a difference in the pattern and that is the yarn that is being recommended. Lily Sugar’n Cream and Bernat Handicrafter is both made by Yarnspirations. Lily is mostly available in the USA where Handicrafter is available...
How To Crochet Mermaid Tears Purse Pattern + Tutorial
Developed in 2012, the Crochet Mermaid Purse was the first pattern of two that was used for testing between The Crochet Crowd and Yarnspirations. It was divided into parts for a tutorial, as in 2012, the videos on YouTube could only be 15 minutes long. We've come a long way, technology-wise. This is using Bernat...
Crochet To Go Bag Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet this cute Crochet To Go Bag. The bag is made up of 3 panels. There are a front and a back. The sides and bottom are one panel that is single crocheted together with the front and bag panels to form the join. There are grommets used at the top of this bag which...
Knit Yoga Mat Travel Bag Pattern
Part of yoga is the state of meditation. Crocheting and knitting offer meditation when the hands are working, and the mind is thinking of other things to process life's situations. Knit your own standard-size Yoga Mat Bag. While the colour yarn is discontinued today for Bernat Handicrafter, you can easily substitute with 100% cotton yarns...
Beginner Knit Squish Baby Blanket + Tutorial
The Squish Baby Blanket is a vibrant retake on a classic design, now featuring the irresistibly cozy Bernat Blanket Frosting yarn. You’ll only need two balls of regular-size Bernat Blanket yarn to whip up this delightful creation. My revamped pattern ensures you squeeze every last bit of yarn from those balls, giving you maximum snuggle...
The Crochet Crowd Book
The Crochet Crowd's only book came out in September 2021 after a year of development. Featuring Michael Sellick, Daniel Zondervan and a list of other friends to make some patterns for the book. Those people included Jeanne Steinhilber, Anita Grover, Megan McHugh and Kathleen Nolen. You can pick it up at your favourite bookstore and/or...
Craft Wall Hanging with Photographic Tutorial
Mix and match your yarns to create a one-of-a-kind wall hanging like this. This is a simplistic and minimalistic approach to decor. Don't underestimate the power of simplicity. Collect a dowel or maybe a stick during a hike. Get the instructions for this wall hanging here.