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...
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Crochet Mochila Messenger Bag
The Crochet Mochila Messenger Bag is designed by Marion Verloop, a leading expert of Mochila Designs and instructions. This concept is from the Wayuu Tribe of Colombia and is also known as Wayuu Crochet. A thin usually, cotton, based yarn is crocheted ever so tightly to form these iconic-looking bag designs. Marion Verloop has designs...
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...
Mens Brim Hat Crochet Pattern
I followed the pattern closely but altered a few areas for a better fit. I switched to Red Heart Boutique Eclipse yarn, slightly changing the gauge. More importantly, I created a template for the Plastic Insert inside the brim, as shaping the plastic brim was challenging. Instead of fussing with it, I’ve provided a template...
Free Caron Crochet Family Mittens Pattern + Tutorial
Keep the young people in your life warmer this winter with a fresh pair of Crochet Mittens for 2 to 4-year-old sizes, 8 to 10 years of age and adult size. Tutorials are provided below to help you out. These mittens are easy to make from starting at the cuff and working their way up...
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 Caron Crochet Blanket Cardigan Pattern + Tutorial
Caron Chunky Cakes is the hottest new yarn in the Cake family to hit Michaels. This super cute, easy-to-make Blanket Cardigan has just been released and has jumped right near the top of my personal to-do list! It looks hot and cozy. Perfect for a chilly winter day. This simple pattern uses the concept of a rectangle...
How To Crochet Toodie - Turtleneck Hoodie Combo + Tutorial
Crochet Toodie The Crochet Toodie is the concept of building a hood onto a cowl or turtleneck. Easy to do for any cowls or turtlenecks. I am totally surprised at how warm this is to wear. This can be worn in different ways which makes it very versatile. Fully Bundled Up Lower The Hoodie and...
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 Lily Sugar'n Cream Crochet Garden Tote Bag Pattern + Tutorial
This is one of my favourite cotton bags. It is sizable enough to make a gorgeous project bag that you can create yourself. It's heavy-duty and looks fantastic in the end. This bag is effortless but oh so fabulous. One thing you are going to notice is that the yarn is double-stranded. This means you...
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...
Crochet Owls Hats That Make you SQUEE! + Tutorial
The Crochet Owl Hat is designed for newborns all the way to adult sizes. Designed by Sarah from Repeat Crafter Me. She has a matching cute kid-size owl pillow if you are interested as well. Adorable owl hats that people literally have 'squeed' with delight. Pair this up with someone's favourite colours. Very gift-worthy. 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...
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...
I Need This Crochet Blanket - Any Size
I Need This Crochet Blanket was designed for me. A pocket for my feet so I can nap without my feet falling out of the bottom of the blanket. I am sure I am not the only one and with the average size throws being smaller than I am, my height plays a factor in...
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...
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 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....
1 O'Go Wonder Camel Stitch Cowl
The Crochet Camel Stitch Cowl is a gender-neutral cowl with a knit-look. Half double crochet on the horizontal bar. This type of stitch can only be achieved if going in a continuous circle format. In the case of this cowl, there is no slip stitching so there is no seam line like the Crystal Ice...
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?...
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 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...
Caron 3 Dimensional Star Blanket Free Pattern + Tutorials
This is the coolest festive afghan I have been in years. The Peppermint Afghan initially inspired me, but this one is mind-blowing. It's so cool. Designed by Julia Madill. This is the 3 Dimensional Star Crochet Blanket Pattern. What you are looking at is a motif made up of two colours. It's a triangle and...
Lily Sugar'n Cream Crochet 3 Sizes of Mason Jar Cozies Pattern + Tutorial
Introducing the Crochet Mason Jar Covers by Yarnspirations. A super cute idea for decor, not just for outdoor or spring, but for any time of the year. They can be used for storage containers, vases and possibly LED Candles. While you could technically use a real candle at the base of the mason jar, the 100%...
Crochet Red Heart Easy Fingerless Gloves Pattern
These are the Crochet Easy Fingerless Gloves that I used Red Heart Heat Wave on. I used two colours and I could have easily got two pairs out of it. Also, if you just want a solid colour, you can just use 1 ball of Red Heart Heat Wave. I used the same hook and...
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...
Free Bernat Hugs and Kisses Marshmallow Squish Baby Blanket + Crochet Diagrams
This is the fastest version of Hugs and Kisses, with the chevrons squaring off for a rectangle-shaped ultra-thick marshmallow squish baby blanket. Due to the trendy design, different yarns and hook sizes were included in the pattern to get you the answers faster. This is the Hugs and Kisses Marshmallow Squish Baby Blanket pattern. It...
Free Patons Easy Crochet Snowflake Coaster Free Pattern with Crochet Diagram
Enjoy a floating crochet snowflake inside a frame to form this 5" crochet coaster made with Patons Grace yarn. Each ball of Patons Grace can make five snowflake coasters. This is the Easy Crochet Snowflake Coaster pattern. The coaster has seven rounds total and is pretty easy to put together. Materials Patons Grace (125 m/136...
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 Wrap with Care Charity Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Wrap with Care Wrap is a charity-minded crochet project to enjoy. I have done the preliminary tutorial work to prep and I really enjoyed the concept as the colour changing keeps my interest. You could add pockets to make this a pocket wrap as well. I feel this would be a great project...
Red Heart Rewind - Yarn Resurrection + 3 Hot Free Patterns
Yarnspirations is exploring a new concept of revisiting yarns that have lost their shelving space and have no place to go, so they stop making it. Three yarn are the first up on the block to try this rewind concept to remake yarn and bring it back. Introducing Red Heart Rewind. This experiment will end at the end...
Free Patons Grey Matters Beanie Crochet Hat Pattern + Tutorial
Mikey's Grey Matters Beanie Crochet Hat has been added to our sock-yarn beanie crochet hats. Crocheted with a 3 mm / D/11 crochet hook with Patons Kroy Sock Yarn in Grey Marl, this hat is easy to make and fits ever so perfectly. It's gender-neutral, and with the wool properties of this yarn, it's one...
Crochet Christmas Wreath Throw Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Christmas Wreath Throw New for Christmas / Holiday Decor for Red Heart in 2012 is the Christmas Wreath Throw. This is a traditional throw using granny squares to create an image onto your afghan. This is using Red Heart's Super Saver Yarn. These would make for a great gift for those you know love...