Halloween is one of my favourite holidays. I love dressing up and pretending to be something I am not. And, of course, it's all about the candy! I thought I'd take a look at some new ideas to give myself some time to get some crocheting done without having to rush. Here are some of...
Lily Sugar'n Cream Yarn
Crochet patterns using 100% cotton yarn with Lily Sugar'n Cream products. Primarily used for cleaning and home decor crochet patterns to try.
Did You Know the Difference?
What is the difference between Lily Sugar'n Cream and Bernat Handicrafter Cotton? Maybe this is a trick question, or is it? When you compare the 100% cotton yarn. The look, the texture and how it behaves on your crochet hook or knitting needles, you shouldn't notice any difference. It's the same thing. Lily Sugar'n Cream...
Crochet Cherry Pie Hot Pad Pattern + Tutorial
Need a crochet hot pad for special occasions or even Thanksgiving? Try the Crochet Cherry Pie Hot Pad pattern by Yarnspirations. This project is really whimsical and is thick to justify as a hot pad. If you were to flip it upside down, you would see the bottom crust completely throughout. On the top, you...
Crochet Cherry Pie Pot Holder Pattern + Tutorial
This Crochet Cherry Pie Pot Holder is part of a 3 Trio Set for the kitchen. It is whimsical but very practical. Speaking firsthand, it's not complicated either. It's simply too cute of a pattern not to work up, especially if you are a pie lover like myself. There are two layers to this pie....
Lily Sugar 'n Cream Yarn
Have you ever made that mistake of using Acrylic Yarn in the kitchen, only to have the dishcloth or towel fall apart from you? Or maybe you have been like me and used an Acrylic or other blend of yarn as a potholder, only to burn your hands or have it melt partially onto the...
Crochet Baskets/Flower Cozies Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet these really awesome Crochet Baskets that can double up like a flower cozy. Using Lily Sugar'n Cream Yarn that is comprised of 100% cotton, these are perfect and sturdy enough for this type of use. This cotton is vibrant and durable for everyday use. Due to the material being cotton, you don't have to...
6 Crochet Patterns For Mom
6 Crochet Patterns For Mom Starting from an early age one of a mom's favourite gifts has always been one from the heart, ones that were made by tiny hands. That really doesn't change as we get older other than those tiny hands become a little bigger and the creative talent expands. These 6 crochet...
5 Crochet Bell Christmas Gnome Patterns
New for 2023 are five bell gnomes for Christmas. Each gnome is dressed differently to represent a Snowman, Santa, Christmas Tree, Snowflake and Gingerbread feature. . . Crochet diagrams are provided with the free pattern, and each one is about 7" tall. You may have these as reusable Christmas decorations year after year. Christmas or...
13 Crochet Octopus Patterns
Crochet Octopus Pattern Round-Up The Octopus is a very popular crochet pattern right now. They work up really cute so what's not to love with these cute little creatures. There are so many different patterns and sizes that you can find online. It can seem a bit overwhelming trying to find the perfect one. From...
Crochet Easter Egg Wreath Pattern
Crochet Easter Egg Wreath Crochet a simplistic Crochet Easter Wreath. A lacy look overlay is glued to the frame of the wreath. This pattern will fit a 14" wreath. Then crochet your eggs using variegated yarn from Lily Sugar'n Cream. Stuff those eggs with polyfil. You can use ribbons or yarn to weave in and...
21 Crocheted Easter Basket Patterns
It is time to start planning for the upcoming Easter holiday with it being only 4 weeks away. I have found so many wonderful crocheted Easter Basket patterns to share with you. I think these are so much better than store-bought baskets because we all know that our crocheted items are made with love. I...
Crochet Easter Bunny Pattern
Here comes Peter Cottontail... Hopping down the bunny trail... Hippity Hop... Easter is on the way! Using your Lily Sugar'n Cream Yarn, you can make a Crochet Bunny Plushie. Use the bunny as your home decor is gift it to someone or charity you care about.
Crochet Advent Calendar with 12 Ornaments + Tutorials
Introducing a Crochet Along to welcome Christmas with counting down the days with a Crochet Advent Calendar. There are 12 different ornaments, essentially you crochet 2 of each so you have 1 for each of the 24 days. Each one of the pockets has an ornament inside. The pockets have the dates that are embroidered...
7 Dish Lovers Crochet Dishcloth Patterns
Crochet dishcloths are the gateway project for new crocheters. Small enough to try crochet. For experienced crocheters, portable projects and gift giving ideas. People generally ask me, what is the best project for someone new, I say it's the simple dishcloth that is below. For those who are learning, they need to learn tension and...
Crochet Dishcloth with Granny Strap + 2 More Patterns
NEXT 3 DISHCLOTHS PREVIOUS 3 DISHCLOTHS In this grouping of 3 crochet dishcloths, we textured lines dishcloth with a unique mitered version and flower crochet scrubby. Be sure to only use 100% cotton or plastic-based like Red Heart Scrubby items for dishcloths as the dishcloths need to be washed and dry out. If you use...
Crochet Tropical Fish Dishcloth Pattern
How cute are these Crochet Tropical Fish Dishcloth?! Made with Lily Sugar'n Cream these Crochet Tropical Fish Dishcloths in bright colours will look lovely in the kitchen, or in the bathroom especially if you have a nautical theme, everyone will love using these. This easy project whips up really quick so you can have your...
21 Crochet Christmas Home Decor Patterns
I have been scurrying around the internet to bring you some really great home decor for Christmas! It is amazing all of the festive things I have come across! Our Laura Jean was set to the task to find ideas for Christmas Home Decor. She's definitely waiting for St Nick to come popping down her...
How To Crochet 6 Star Power Patterns + Tutorials
Stars are more than just for celebrities, they are for us crocheters who want to showcase skills and unexpected designs. I pulled together 6 designs. Each has its own tutorial for you to follow. The designs showcase having a motif star and diamond shapes that get whip stitched together. The one that surprises me the...
Mini Sweet Treat Baskets Crochet Pattern
Crochet Your Own Sweet Treat Baskets How adorable are these cutie patootie Easter baskets? Our very own Cathy Cunningham made the pattern. Sweet idea as a mini gift. Another cool idea to add to a wreath or center piece. Over all, one hundred adorable points for her idea! The baskets are almost 2" tall! More...
Crochet Chrysanthemum Dishcloth Pattern + Tutorial
Learn how to crochet an amazing dishcloth that resembles a Chrysanthemum. It's compact and sturdy enough for practical use but is also fabulous enough for decor as well. Use it for a centre piece for the table or even just as an accessory to match your kitchen decor. The flower part is an optical illusion...
Celtic Knot Square Dishcloth Pattern + Tutorial
Learn how to crochet a Celtic Knot Dishcloth Square. Originally this free pattern is technically a dishcloth using Lily Sugar'n Cream yarn. In doing the pre-announcements of this square, crocheters are wanting an alternative solution as the rings don't appear to be weaving in and out of each other correctly. What you are seeing in...
Crochet Easter Bunny Patterns
Crochet Easter Bunny Holiday Ideas and Patterns The Easter Bunny is on its way! I have gathered up 34 egg-citing patterns! From easy bunny hops to Jumpin’ Jack Rabbit patterns to get you ready for Easter. Crochet yourself up some Bunnies, Chicks, Eggs, welcoming wreaths and more! On the farm, we would see the new...
Crochet Spider and Web Pattern for Halloween
Crochet Halloween Spider and Web Are you looking to make cute little reusable Crochet Webs for your Halloween Decor? Think bulletin boards or strategic places in your office or home. The easy to follow pattern allows you to spin up a web in no time. A great decoration for a Halloween party, or even if...
Crochet American Oven Mitts Pattern
Crochet American Oven Mitts For the great outdoors for a barbecue or maybe even indoors for hot things in and out of the oven. It can also serve as a hot pad if you wish. Introducing Crochet Star Oven Mitts. These are just over beginner level for crocheters. So if you are looking to expand...
Crochet Dragonfly Bag Pattern
Dragon Fly Bag Our Laura Jean was inspired by the dragonfly stitch and decided to make herself a backpack bag. It's not too big and not too small, to Laura Jean, it's just right. Being a team member of The Crochet Crowd, she took a few weeks to design her very first pattern. For her...
Yarnspirations Fun Fall & Halloween Ideas
Fall & Halloween Ideas for Your Home One thing I love about Yarnspirations is that their website usually depicts a different perspective of projects. In fact, most of the major yarn manufacturers have their own spin or feel to their projects as a whole. I have located some patterns to kick up fall for this...
Crochet Witch Hat Pattern
Crochet Adult Witch Hat Crochet yourself an easy to follow Crochet Witch Hat. You can change the colours to suit your own personality. The best thing about crocheting your own costume is the idea that it's reusable. So it's a one-time making that you can use or share in the years to come. Whether you...
Crochet Halloween Spider Pattern
Crochet Halloween Spider From cute little decor like the Crochet Halloween Spiders, you can decorate your candy bowl area with spiders or even make a few of them for your cobwebs. It's a reusable decor item for Halloween. The legs don't support the spider, so the body rests on the surface and you position the...
Crochet Instant Pot Cover Pattern
Instant Pots are all the Rage Many people we know have an Instant Pot. Cathy, our bookkeeper has one and is going on and on about it! And, it's because she knows our Diva Dan is a cook and uses his crock pot a lot! So guess who wants and Instant Pot? Yep, Diva Dan!...
Yarnspirations #Yarnspo Hashtags and Brands
New effective July 16th is the updated version of #Yarnspirations to now being #Yarnspo. #Yarnspo will be the new nickname for Yarnspirations and will continue to be the main umbrella hashtag for Yarnspirations. Speaking personally, for myself, I'm super glad about it because I am known to spell Yarnspirations incorrectly and it's a long name...
Crochet Pot Handle Cover Pattern
Pot Handle Cover Introducing a slip-on crochet pot handle cover that can be used to remove or hold pots while making your favourite dish in the kitchen. This concept is really simple in making a crochet tube that is closed off on one end and has an opening on the other. To use this, simply...
Crochet Modern Granny Kitchen Set
Crochet Modern Granny #MG Kitchen Set Have you heard yet about our Crochet Instant Pot Challenge? There are some really amazing entries so far, but I thought I'd come up with something a bit more simple if anyone would like to give it a try. I have also crocheted a matching Hot Pad Coaster to...
Crochet Luggage Bag Tag Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Luggage Bag Tag In a sea of luggage the airport or cruise ship terminals, having a crochet bag tag makes it easier for you to spot your own bag. Your identifier immediately alerts someone else that it's not their bag. Over the years, I have had countless bag tags ripped off my bag. So...
The Crochet Crowd Welcomes Red Heart
Red Heart Yarns The Crochet Crowd once again can play with Red Heart yarn branded products through tutorial creation and pattern making. We are loyal to the Yarnspirations label with all of the brands that fell under the Bernat, Caron, Lily Sugar'n Cream and Patons products. Spinrite Yarns, aka, Yarnspirations acquired Coats & Clark which...
Crochet Zippy the Sea Turtle Pattern
Crochet Zippy the Sea Turtle Are you dreaming of cool breezes and riding the waves? Zippy the Sea Turtle also has big-surf dreams, for a little ocean critter. Crocheted with two main colours, picked from the wide range of options in Lily Sugar'n Cream, Zippy and his cousins can swim through a rainbow of combinations....
Crochet Puffy Stuffy Cat Toy Pattern
Crochet Puffy Stuffy Cat Toy My kitty loves her toys and I love it when I get to make them myself. Here are Crochet Puffy Fishes for your cat to enjoy. Pucker up, kitty needs a fishy kiss! Easy to crochet for sure. I love it when my kitty carries her toys in her mouth...
How To Crochet Spider Web Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Spider Web For your home holiday decor for Halloween, here is a Crochet Spider Web. The spider web is easy to make and grows in predictable stitch counts. Thus, if you want it super big, you have the power to do make it much bigger. The pumpkins shown in this wreath are already filmed...
Crochet Spiral Pillow Pattern
Crochet Spiral Pillows Use this free pattern called the Crochet Spiral Pillow to create a pillow to kneel down at a picnic or comfortably sit on the ground. This uses Lily Sugar'n Cream yarn as it's 100% cotton and easy to maintain. Lily Sugar'n Cream is grown and processed in the USA, dyed in Canada....
Crochet Christmas Lights Garland Pattern
Crochet Christmas Lights Garland Don't underestimate the power of simplicity when it comes to home holiday decor. The Crochet Christmas Lights Garland is simple and whimsical. A cute little pattern to work up for putting on the tree, or for streaming around the house. Work it up in traditional Christmas colours, or play with colours...
Crochet Aloe Vera Succulent Pattern
Aloe Vera Succulent Using Lily Sugar'n Cream Yarn, you can also make your own artificial house plants like this Crochet Aloe Vera Succulent. The soil is the 4" size and the plant is one piece until that is folded strategically and lightly stuffed to stand up straight. Pattern Suggestion Crochet Happy Holidays Afghan Pattern Crochet...