The Crochet Diamond Lattice Baby Blanket is a bit of texture that lets the light really showcase the lightly ridged concept. This easy to follow pattern would be a really nice accent for a baby nursery or even use as a practical baby blanket too. The choice is really up to you. More Ideas Tutorial
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Crochet Checker Baby Blanket + Tutorial
Playfully named the Crochet Checker Board Baby Blanket behind the scenes but I have called it the Crochet Checker Baby Blanket based on the Lush Life Blanket but checkerboarded up. Highly textured and easy to crochet. This design concept was based on the number of people who message me asking me about the Lush Life...
Crochet Lush Life Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Learn how to Crochet Lush Life Blanket using one of the most popular yarns today, Bernat Blanket Yarn. This blanket plays with the concept of simply crocheting double crochets and front post trebles (fptr). The FPTR's are easy to manage and create the luscious textures and ultra-softness, in this already super plush yarn. It's like...
Crochet Textured Life Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Textured Life Blanket is an easy-level blanket fast to crochet. For new crocheters, this could be one of those blankets that are the first they ever crocheted. A repeat of 4 rows make this blanket. 2 of them are straight across with single crochets. The front post trebles that jump down are strategically...
Crochet C2C Perdido Baby Blanket + Tutorial
The Crochet Perdido Baby Blanket uses the corner-to-corner stitching technique. What is different about this one is that there are multiples of completed corner-to-corner squares using strategic colours to be joined together to give a diamond or quilted-looking design. There is a combination of 36 corner-to-corner squares that make up this nearly 40" afghan square....
Crochet Snowman Family Pattern + Tutorial
This cute Crochet Snowman Family has two sizes in the same pattern. Both Mom and Pop have the same pattern but are decorated differently. There is a child-size version or baby version. However, you see it. More Christmas Ideas You will notice that the neck area of the snowman is indented in. This is not...
How To Crochet Poker Chip Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Introducing the Crochet Poker Chip Blanket, a design by me, Mikey. This was our Charity Project on board Carnival Dream for our Crochet Cruises. Originally, the centre 3 rounds were a solid colour, but I changed rnd 2 and rnd 3 to Tapestry Crochet, tutorial is below for a demonstration. I also changed the final...
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...
Baby Sea Shells Crochet Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Baby Sea Shells Blanket is a rectangular blanket that is 27" x 34"—using the shell stitch. Easy 2-ball crochet pattern to follow. It took me a bit to figure out the centre of the rectangle blanket so it would not buckle and sit flat. I figured it out through hard work, and the...
Crochet Stepping Texture Hat Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet this incredible and easy-to-follow Stepping Texture Hat pattern. It doesn't take much to see the stepping texture, causing a spiral feature to appear on the hat. It reminds me of cabling to some degree. The hat is in three sections. You have the brim, main body and then pom-pom. My video tutorial will cover...
Beginner's Square Crochet Coasters + Tutorial
Are you new to crochet or want to be a crocheter? Here is a beginner-level crochet project to help you exercise your new skills. Don't worry; I provided two tutorials below to assist you further. These are the Easy Square Coasters pattern. The pattern includes a photographic tutorial with step-by-step help. When I was a...
Crochet Nordic Stripes Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
It's getting colder weather we like it or not, for the more experienced crocheters this Crochet Nordic Stripes Blanket will make a beautiful blanket to have in your home. Made with Red Heart Heat Wave, choose any of the colour combinations and challenge yourself with this Crochet Nordic Stripes Blanket there is a diagram to...
Crochet O'Go Nordic Rainbow Stripes Mosaic Blanket + Tutorial
The Crochet Nordic Rainbow Stripes Mosaic Blanket is a remake of the existing Nordic Stripes Blanket. This is using the exact same pattern but changed to Red Heart Super Saver instead of Red Heart Heat Wave. The Rainbow Colour is the new O'Go format, and you will crochet the entire O'Go from tip to tip,...
Adding Fleece to Crochet + Video and Photographic Tutorial
I was heavily inspired by the Troublemakers, they call themselves that, from Arizona, who are part of Project Linus and have been for many, many years. They told me that much of their work comes from using Fleece to crochet borders around fleece to hand out to children in need. When we think of children...
American Baby Crochet Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
This 36" square crochet baby blanket is a straightforward pattern. Of course, it's coloured to look like the American Flag. Crocheters are welcome to embellish the blanket with stars or whatever else they have in mind. The yarn used was Caron United. A new yarn line that has 17 colours was developed to offer 15...
How To Crochet Stars and Stripes Wreath + Tutorial
The Crochet Stars and Stripes Wreath isn't entirely crocheted and is a mix of crafts and crochet. The straw-wrapped wreath is used, and the entire wreath is yarn wrapped. The yarn suggested is discontinued for the covered part, but I am sure you can find other yarns. The stars and blue leaves are Red Heart...
Crochet Colour Pop Basket Pattern + Tutorial
These cute Color Pop Basket Bowls are fantastic. I don't make too many projects that I keep, as I tend to give my stuff away. Once I finished the tutorial, I was proud of my basket/bowl. It is shaped beautifully, and I can use it as decor. These are using Bernat Maker yarn. Very easy...
Crochet Square Bears Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet these cute little Crochet Square Bears. A flat like a doll that is lightly stuffed to be a child's best friend. Using Bernat Blanket Tiny Yarn, this doll feels as plush as it looks. Really soft. During the tutorial, I improvised to use safety eyes and added on some eyebrows. I do show how...
Charity Crochet Race To The Finish Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Race To The Finish is so pretty and easy to work up. Made with your choice of Caron One Pound colours, it would make a great accent piece in any room, or a great gift to someone in a nursing home. The Crochet Race To The Finish worked up in strips and a...
Textured Waves Rug Pattern + Tutorial
I was very inspired by the texture of using the concept of waves with criss-cross double crochet. I thought this stitching concept by Patsy Harbour, the designer for this rug, would be really inspirational as an afghan or throw. This is the Crochet Textured Waves Rug. The multiples of this particular design are 20+3. If...
How To Crochet Quick & Easy Baby Blanket + Tutorial
Well, time is short, and you need a crochet baby blanket, give this one a try. The Bernat Blanket Stripes yarn makes this project even easier as you don't have to stop and change colours, yet it produces a fabulous blanket. Of course, if you prefer to choose your own colors, there are many shades...
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 Reflect Hat & Cowl Pattern Set + Tutorial
Want something warm for this winter but pretty cool to wear at the same time? Try this Reflective Cowl pattern. It's made with the new Red Heart Reflective Yarn where when light hits it, it reflects back at you. This is a really simple pattern once you catch on and you can blaze through this...
Crochet Big Stitch Hat & Cowl Pattern + Tutorial
Learn to crochet this amazing Big Stitch Crochet Hat featuring Patons Roving and Patons Colorwul by Yarnspirations. I love this wonderful wool hat. I'm in the country here at home and this is exactly the type of projects I see in the wintertime. It has a homemade look and feel and yet trendy and fashionable....
Crochet Padded Rim Cat Bed + Tutorial
We love our cats and have the ability to crochet them their own special beds. This Crochet Cat Bed took me about 4 hours to make from start to finish. We've rescued our two cats from the SPCA. We took together a worthy organization and these two, who are unrelated. Padded Rim Cat Nap Bed...
Crochet Ogee Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
This Crochet Ogee Stitch Afghan is a real treat for crocheters. It's a pattern that, for some newbie crocheters, an easy-level crocheter may struggle with. I'm just keeping it real. My struggle was counting. Though Yarnspirations has provided a diagram. I was struggling with the counts of the slip stitching. To remember them and so...
Crochet Adult Mermaid Tail Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Adult Mermaid Tail is 60" long without fins and 60" circumference for adults. Using Bernat Blanket yarn. This is an adaptation from Yarnspirations child-size version which I will provide below as well. The math is figured out for the sizing changes. I am guessing the yarn balls needed to be 6 or 7...
It's Crochet and Pizza Night Snuggle Sacks
DOWNLOAD PIZZA FREE PATTERN The Crochet Pizza Snuggle Sack is designed for children and adults. The sizing is provided. Pizza night at home with a movie. This is a fun giftable that will create smiles. It uses Bernat Blanket, and it will crochet up quickly. You can self-create your own toppings if you want to...
How To Crochet Granny Stitch Hat + Tutorial
This is a nice crochet granny stripes hat. This free pattern is for adult women. I decided to try this pattern from a different perspective using one of the latest yarns by Yarnspirations. This yarn is Bernat Super Value but there is a new version as of 2015. It's called Bernat Super Value Stripes. The...
How To Crochet Spiral Hat Kid to Adult Size + Tutorial
The weather is getting colder, so it's hat-making time this Spiral Hat needs to be on your project list. With its fun spiral design I love how it looks worked up it's next on my list of hats to be made. Made with Softee Chunky this super easy hat is great for everyone in your...
Crochet Easy Kids Hat Pattern + Tutorial
Using a 9 mm / M Hook, you too can crochet up this Easy Crochet Kids Hat in a jiff! Sized for 4 - 6 years old or 8 - 12 years of age, these hats are colourful and cute. With the extra yarn leftover in the ball, you can make pom-poms to go with...
Crochet Cable, Messy Bun and Beanie Hat + Tutorial
Learn how to do Crochet Cables plus have a new project to be excited about at the same time. Try this Cable Twist Hat. This is easy to follow the pattern that will test your skills of doing front post double crochets. I have created a crochet diagram that I used in the video to...
Basic Slouchy, Toque or Beanie Crochet Hat & Scarf + Tutorial
A play on 'Mélange à trois, these three hats pair together making three's a crowd. Choose the one you want to stay. Vote the other 2 out. The original design was a slouchy format which is the biggest hat in this average adult collection. For myself, I don't like to wear a slouchy and I...
Crochet Twist N Shout Hat & Cowl + Tutorial
The Crochet Twist N Shout Hat & Cowl is a combination of two projects to make it a complete set. Textured and visually neat pattern. Originally, the pattern was made for Red Heart Heat Wave but then was changed over to Caron Simply Soft as shown here. The tutorials made for the original are still...
Crochet Button Up Cowl Pattern + Tutorial
This is the Crochet Button Neck Warmer. Easy to crochet with a simplistic repeating. With yarns like Red Heart Roll With It Melange or maybe Red Heart Unforgettable yarn, this would be fabulous. You can make this particular design in afghan sizes too if you figure out the multiple counts. More Ideas Tutorial More Cowl...
Millie The Crochet Love Mouse Pattern + Tutorial
Millie the Love Mouse pattern is made up of 2 patterns that combine the mouse and a crochet bubble heart. Millie is approximately 9" tall and pretty easy to make. The tutorial was taught in a way that the body of the mouse is done in a continuous round so there are no-slip stitching lines....
Crochet Along Giraffe Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Giraffe Pattern would be our next challenge in presenting a mystery character without giving it away and knowing it's a giraffe. It was presented in a way that the main section of the giraffe was left to the end so people couldn't figure it out as the body and neck are one section....
Crochet Child Poncho Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Girl's Poncho is a one-piece garment that slides over the head of the child. There have been many requests from Crocheters to have the adult size called the Crochet Cool Poncho using Caron Cakes substituted for two reasons: This pattern will allow you to get started. Start the same for both Adult and...
Crochet Pineapple Lace Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Pineapple Lace Shawl is an old pattern that has resurfaced. Created originally for Bernat Handicrafter, it has come back using the Red Heart Croquette yarn. Bernat Handicrafter Thread has been discontinued. I filmed the original video and the pattern is exactly the same. You can use the same video using 4 'puck' size...