It's that time of year I look forward to when the days are getting longer and I know that warm weather is coming. Now is when you start looking to freshen up your summer wardrobe with the yarn stash and the wonderful patterns, we have available to us the ability to create something new is...
Free Crochet and Knit Patterns by Brand
6 Unique Crochet Pillow Patterns
As a person who struggles to wear crochet, home decor and accessories such as pillows help me fulfil my need to create. I found, in my experience, those pillow forms are probably the highest cost of making your own pillow. Luckily, there are stores like Walmart where the pillows are really cheap. Crocheting a cover...
6 Crochet Amigurumi Toy Patterns
Now that most of us have tested the amigurumi waters with the Fat Cat Crochet Stuffie and have learned that it's not as hard or scary as once was thought. In most cases, if you have made a hat at some point you have the basics idea of amigurumi already figured out. Working in rounds,...
No Sew Option Corner to Corner Crochet Blanket + Tutorial
This blanket uses Bernat Blanket Perfect Phasing, and you can see four strips make up this 36" x 51" long blanket. The strategy of putting this together gives the faded illusion of the colours, creating a chevron look. This is the Crochet Corner to Corner Chevron with Perfect Phasing pattern. You can use all of...
Crochet Criss Cross Corner to Corner Blanket + Tutorial
Introducing a new stitch, I created for crochet corner to corner. The stitch has less stitchwork involved by creating a chain in the stitchwork to make it airier. The stitch is really fast due to the technique I used. This is the Pattern Please Crochet Corner to Corner Blanket and Stitch Concept. In the tutorial,...
C2C Corner to Corner Log Cabin + Tutorial
Log Cabin in crochet stitches is pretty widespread. Add in Crochet C2C Log Cabin without sewing; you have another hit on your hands. I originally started this as a technique tutorial but got hooked on it that I wanted to finish it and see a full-size example. Crochet Blanket Details The blanket is 63" x...
Crochet Christmas Trimmings Blanket + Tutorial
This Crochet Christmas Trimmings Afghan is my Christmas in July gift to you! This is my first time creating a project, especially with a Christmas theme. I decided to go with a vintage feel with the colours of Red Heart with Love I chose. I wanted the blanket to look like garland on a tree...
Crochet Timeless Christmas Blanket + Tutorial
The Crochet Holly Jolly Christmas Blanket joins our Christmas Blanket Collection for 2021. This is using mosaic or interlocking techniques. A tutorial has been designed to show you how to make this. It resembles the look of Christmas Wrapping Paper and you can do the optional holly with pom berries on the corners if you...
How To Half Double Crochet Corner to Corner Rectangle C2C + Tutorial
Half Double Crochet Corner to Corner known as C2C can be done. Written instructions and crochet diagrams are available. Border included. Sarah from Repeat Crafter Me is an expert at the corner to corner stitching concept with an armful of free patterns. Tease yourself by snooping over on her website with her free patterns. As...
How To Half Double Crochet Corner to Corner Square C2C + Tutorial
Half Double Crochet Corner to Corner known as C2C can be done. Written instructions and crochet diagrams are available. Border included. Sarah from Repeat Crafter Me is an expert at the corner to corner stitching concept with an armful of free patterns. Tease yourself by snooping over on her website with her free patterns. As...
Crochet Eyelets & Texture Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet this exquisite afghan called the Crochet Eyelets & Texture Afghan. The picture does not just do this one justice. I love this afghan. The Bernat Maker Home Dec Yarn combined with this pattern makes this so wonderful and easy to crochet. Over the years, this continues to be one of my favourites due to...
Crochet Catch A Wave Pillow Pattern + Tutorial
I love this crochet pillow called the Catch A Wave Crochet Pillow. I love the size, simplicity and especially, the whimsical wave in this graphghan 'like' concept. This is featuring the brand new yarn by Yarnspirations called Bernat Maker Home Dec. I've come to love this yarn. I love the speed of working with this...
Crochet EH Canadian Pillow Pattern + Tutorial
You know what they say EH! Us Canadians say EH! A lot! You know what I mean EH! Today, we have a Croch-EH! Pillow just for you. This is using Bernat Maker yarn. Originally, I thought this was a knit pillow eh! But then I realized it was just an illusion using Split half Double...
Crochet Lumberjack Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Lumberjack Blanket that resembles men's work socks is very Canadian. For me personally, when I see these socks, I think of my dad when I was really young. He worked at a foundry and I remember him always wearing these socks plus seeing them piled into the laundry. Today, these socks are still...
Crochet Along Llama Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Festive Texture Afghan is the next stitch along with our friends at JOANN.com. This afghan is bold, bright and ready for a party. It's called the Crochet Festive Afgan. It resembles the blanket that you would see on the back of a Llama. That's why pom-poms and tassels were added to the blanket....
Crochet Snowflake Baby Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
In 2017, there had been a plan for 2 Stitch Alongs, which were the official blankets taught on JOANN Fabrics and Crafts' behalf. The Bernat Blanket Mystery and Snowflake Baby Blanket were designed for the stitch and the purpose. Crochet this modern and soft baby blanket called the Magic Snowflake Baby Blanket. This easy-to-follow design...
Stunning Crochet Along Mystery Blanket + Tutorial
In 2015, we had just started with Yarnspirations, and they wanted to test a Stitch Along with our community. Being new to Yarnspirations, I wasn't sure what to expect for complexity or steps. The work of deciding, designing and putting in the groundwork had already been done. We used Caron Simply Soft for this stitch-along....
6 Crochet Granny Stitch Inspired Patterns
Crochet Granny Creations Can we just take a minute and appreciate the Granny Square! It has to be one of my favourite patterns to make. There are So many different things you can do with a Granny Square. Until recently I didn't realize there were so many different ways to do a Granny. I know...
How To Crochet Hibernate Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Hibernate yourself with a snuggly blanket to tuck yourself into the sofa. Using Bernat Blanket Yarn that is thick and quick to crochet, introducing the Hibernate Blanket by Yarnspirations. The stitchwork demonstrated is called the Mesh Stitch. We have existing tutorials to show you the technique on how to achieve this look. Once you see...
Crochet Nursery Basket Pattern
A simple idea for kid's rooms, including the baby nursery. These are the Crochet Nursery Storage Baskets. There are two different basket shapes from a rectangle to a square. You can decide which works for your home decor. These are using Bernat Blanket yarn. These would make a great baby shower gift to put stuff...
Crochet Elephant Basket Pattern
We are charmed by the Crochet Elephant Basket, which reminds us never to forget to pick up our toys. The trunk and ears cleverly serve as carrying handles for this just-big-enough basket. Made of soft, thick Bernat Baby Blanket yarn, you can make a rainbow squad of helpful pachyderms to decorate and organize any kid's...
How To Crochet 4 Sampler Blanket Patterns + Tutorials
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...
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 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 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...