The Crochet Springtime Floral Afghan is a granny square that is unique in its appearance and presentation. Using Red Heart Super Saver. The squares are really easy to make but break the conventional look of a granny square. There are 7 colours that strategically work together. Below is the tutorial section, I have linked together...
Crochet Afghans and Blankets Tutorials
Crochet Star Cluster Baby Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Star Cluster Baby Blanket features Caron Baby Cakes yarn and is exclusive to Michaels Stores across North America. There is a shelf tearaway and it has 2 errors on the diagram. In the tutorial below, I show you where the error is so you can avoid the mistake and get started right away....
Free Bernat Crochet Raised Chevron Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Raised Chevron Blanket is made of double crochets in wave format. It's in multiples of 16 + 3, so you can change the side. With deep-cut waves using the back posts, it's highly textured and really fancy-looking. The yarn changes colours and texture on its own. So there is no fuss in doing...
Free Caron Crochet Little Boy Blue Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Original crochet baby blanket designed in blue with the Hugs and Kisses stitch sequence with Caron Big Cakes, this textured pattern lends itself to amazing colour possibilities. With an easy repeating stitch to adjust the sizing provided, you can colour it in anyway you wish. This is the Little Boy Blue Crochet Baby Blanket. Maybe...
Bernat Study of Reality Crochet Blanket Stitch Along
Mikey's (me) Bernat Study of Reality Crochet Blanket joins his Study of Series of Crochet Blankets. The study is about learning stitches and breaking boredom by applying skills you probably already know and combining them with other stitches you don't or have forgotten about. I get sick and tired of stitches that are one or...
Crochet Mosaic Baby Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Mosaic Baby Blanket The Crochet Mosaic Baby Blanket is the latest addition to the mosaic series from Yarnspirations. This is a beautifully stunning concept. The multiples to change the size is 10+14. This is using Bernat Baby Crushed Velvet in the colours of Whipping Cream and Lilac Petals. 2 balls of each colour are...
Bernat Crochet Study of Courage Throw + Diagram + Tutorial
2025 is proving to be a challenging year. I feel fear and worry. I intentionally chose colours to reflect my emotional well-being and to put it blatantly; I am heading directly to the coal colour. Pale grey is a balanced emotional self-reflective moment. Still, I am living in the lead colouring, unsure of what is...
Free Red Heart Granny Goes Random Boxing Day Stitch Along
A new video stitch-along, with an early pattern release, is called Granny Goes Random Crochet Blanket. Yes, you can work on this anytime, and no sign-up is required, but the videos will be released as a stitch-along over the Christmas break in 2024. Yarn for the Stitch Along . . What excites me the most...
Crochet Heart Mosaic Baby Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Heart Mosaic Baby Blanket is a new pattern where the heart is created using Mosaic or Interlocking crochet techniques. Of the mosaic crochet patterns, this one is easier and is a good beginner to this technique project. More Crochet Patterns and Ideas to Consider A heart shape will immerge from this design and...
Crochet TV Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
I was inspired by Erin, a designer for Yarnspirations in the concept of mixing two yarns at the same time to create a plaid look. I wondered, what would Bernat Blanket Ombre look like in this concept. This is my latest Crochet TV Blanket. A great blanket to get cozy with while watching tv. I...
Bernat Crochet Study of Maker Blanket Pattern
Mikey never used the original Study Series blanket as a stitch-along. Initially asked by Yarnspirations to create a blanket using this yarn, it was decided in the end to abandon this pattern and move into a different direction. 'Stitch Happens!'. It took Mikey four evenings to be able to make this throw from start to...
Crochet Inspired Stripe Sampler Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
In search of decluttering and hooking out some of your yarn collection? I may have a solution where changing yarns is encouraged. I stumbled across the Crochet Inspired Striped Blanket and was so intrigued about the stitches used. I had instant questions such as the following: Of course, with my trusty HB Pencil and spare...
How To Crochet Peppermint Pillow Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Peppermint Pillow belongs as a set to the Peppermint Throw. It is created similar to the way the motifs are done on the blanket with a big difference between them. The Peppermint Pillow is a 1 piece unit that starts off at the middle and grows outward. Once it hits the final width,...
Red Heart Free Crochet Peppermint Christmas Throw + Tutorial
I was floored when I first saw the Crochet Peppermint Afghan in the summer of 2014. Designed by Bendy Carter, this afghan is so incredible that it inspired me beyond belief. I knew instantly this was an afghan a crocheter could fall in love with. The looks are a bit deceiving as you may think you need...
Crochet Community Blanket Pattern
Inspired by a crocheter on Facebook, she took the centre of the Study of Determination. Rounds 1 to 12 were on the first week of the Stitch Along, and she made some squares herself. This captivated me as I don't usually look at the centre of my blankets to make alternative options like that. This...
How To Crochet Modern Granny Blanket in Many Sizes + Tutorials
I love the simplicity of a granny square but decided to try something a bit different for this one. I'm using what is known as the crochet Brick Stitch to create the Crochet Modern Granny Afghan. I also didn't want the typical square that a granny usually produces, so I'll walk you step by step...
Crochet Modern Log Cabin Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Introducing the Modern Log Cabin Afghan by Yarnspirations. For me, I have never done this concept before. I've seen it for years but this is my first attempt in doing such a pattern. I have to say, I'm hooked on the concept. The concept is easy as you start off with one section and from...
Caron Crochet Extra Lemon Square Free Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
I hope you enjoy my new design, Crochet Extra Lemon Square Blanket. This blanket gets a lovely texture by cropping the lemon peel stitch in the round from the middle. I’ve added a bit extra by substituting treble crochet stitches for the double crochet stitches on certain rounds for that little something extra. More Designs...
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...
How To Crochet Hugs & Kisses Baby Blanket + Tutorial
Updated in September 2024 from the original 2017 version, it is a way to square off the chevron Hugs & Kisses Baby Blanket. Another version of Hugs & Kisses Candy Hearts Blanket has a different beginning point, but with tens of thousands of these original blankets, we have given you additions to the pattern to...
Crochet Joyous Throw Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Joyous Throw The Crochet Joyous Throw is deceptive to the eye on the simplicity and 3D texture it has. There is a simple repeat of rows 2 thru 9. In fact, I have taken a photo of my swatch using solid colour yarn to show you what it looks like. The pattern creates 3...
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 Happy Holidays Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Happy Holidays Afghan Check out this free pattern called the Happy Holidays Crochet Afghan. I was drawn to this afghan because I thought the white section of the squares reminded me of quaint doilies. To my surprise, the squares are not complicated at all. To be truthful to my fans, I would do this afghan...
Free Caron Crochet Along Peppermint Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Peppermint Afghan In May, Yarnspirations asked me for a Summer Stitch Along as we had done the summer the year before. Without a lot of notice, I hammered together the Peppermint Afghan. It surprisingly took off with popularity. It was a pure fluke. Introducing the Quick & Merry Crochet Along with Yarnspirations called the...
Free Caron Crochet Hugs & Kisses Starshine Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
I am very proud to introduce to you the 7th in the Hugs & Kisses Series of patterns, Hugs & Kisses Starshine Blanket! This was very challenging for me to accomplish but I promise you, the pattern is not hard and it’s fun because you change stitches enough to keep your interest. Honestly, as it grows,...
Free Red Heart Crochet Ripples of Joy Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Ripples of Joy Chevron Blanket is Christmas themed. However, you can pretty much colour it any way you wish. The striping coordination is really lovely in this blanket. I can see myself doing something like this for fall or maybe even spring themed. The multiples to change the size is 27+3. Worksheet Download the...
Free Caron Crochet Garden Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
The Spring Garden Afghan was a fun CAL that was done early spring of 2019 made up of 3 eye-popping squares in fun springtime colours. The Spring Garden Afghan consists of 3 different types of granny squares. 1 square is flat, another is a small raised flower and the 3rd is a larger flower. The...
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 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...
Free Red Heart 3 Crochet Octagon and Squares Throw Patterns + Tutorials
The Crochet Octagon and Squares Throw is just two motifs sewn together to form this amazing afghan. It was also our first ever stitch along. The video for this is a bit dated as technology gets better each year. I think I have to refilm this again in the future. Tutorial The video is...
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 Patons Crochet L'il Dots Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
This three-dimensional granny square afghan called the Crochet L'il Dots Afghan. These squares have an eye-popping centre and corners in the squares pop up. It reminds me of a lot of lattices. Try this new pattern. Pattern Suggestions Tutorial
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 Crochet City Solarium Throw Pattern + Tutorial
Introducing this versatile crochet afghan called the Crochet City Solarium Throw. This throw is playful, with large flowers in each granny square. As you will see in the tutorial, I changed up the square to have a country feel, showcasing it as a Sunflower Afghan. I think the sky is the limit with this project...
Free Red Heart Crochet Poinsettia Cross Stitch Throw Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet and Cross Stitch the Poinsettia Throw Introducing the Poinsettia Crochet Throw. This is an afghan that has the potential to win county fairs and take home awards. I would safely describe this afghan as one that crocheters won't take lightly. Simply meaning that it requires work for the cross stitching and if a crocheter...
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 Quick Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Wide V-Stitch Blanket is a very quick project that I find addictive when using fun colours of yarn to make it with. It's very easy to start a pattern with a Multiple of 4 + 5. With the Bernat Toasty, I find the colours are addictive to watch as they go onto your...
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...