Knit Simple Texture Blanket The Knit Simple Texture Blanket has been created with three different yarns and is listed as three different patterns so you don't get confused about the yarn you are using. You can choose Bernat Freesia Knit Simple Texture Blanket, Bernat Velvet Knit Simple Texture Blanket and Bernat Symphony Knit Simple Texture Blanket....
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How To Crochet Herringbone Blanket + Tutorial
The Crochet Herringbone Blanket pattern is an easy repeat once the foundation of the stitching is solidified. The pattern has the herringbone section completed first and then the Single Crochet bands are crocheted to both ends of the blanket afterwards. Finally, the trim of the entire blanket and fringe is applied. Of course, if fringe...
Complete 11 - 2022 Crochet Stitch Alongs
Spring rolled back around, and again, another year of stitching along for crocheters to test their skills. Always expanding and growing new skills along the way. Of course, JOANN started us off with the first stitch along. Each project we did is linked below. JOANN Spring Stitch Along 2022 The crochet waterfall stitch was trending...
Crochet Be-Spoke Pillow Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Be-Spoke Pillow The Crochet Be-Spoke Pillow is round and 16" in diameter. There is an easy repeat on this to make it fun to follow along with little mistakes. The spiral is achieved with a front post double crochet. Some of us know that crochet naturally leans and going in a circle, you can...
Trendy Crochet Baby Blanket + Tutorial
Not all new moms want baby blankets to be pastels. Neutral colours that blend into the background are also trending, making the baby the centre of attention. The bottom line is that the baby blanket needs to keep the baby warm. This is the Trendy Modern Baby Blanket. As much as the baby afghan is...
How to Join YouTube Membership & Upgrade
In December 2022, we introduced a new portion of YouTube called YouTube Membership. This is a level above the subscription level. And no, we haven't switched the channel so that all the tutorials are at the membership level. Select videos are, but there's a reason for it. I'll explain below. Since 2008, we've kept patterns...
Crochet Textured Lap Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
If you are looking for a complicated 'looking' but simplistic to crochet, check out the Crochet Textured Lap Blanket. This crochet blanket has been designed for those looking for just their laps to be covered. This means for those in wheelchairs or scooters, you may want to consider this size of the blanket. In the...
Free Bernat Crochet Linen Stitch Palliative Care Blanket in 3 Sizes Pattern + Tutorial
Work on a fast crochet blanket that may take about 5 to 6 hours, depending on your time. This is the Crochet Linen Stitch Palliative Care Blanket available in 3 sizes. Michael and Karen worked to create a couple of these for our local cancer centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Our local hospital, Valley Regional,...
How To Crochet All 10 - 2021 Crochet Stitch Alongs
Stitch-alongs allow crocheters to pick up new skills. Many times, the stitch-along push skills are based on current trends. In 2021, we had several as the pandemic was still in motion. It gave us a sense of accomplishment when our world felt unstable. In this round-up, we will explore all of our stitch-alongs for 2021....
UPDATED: Crochet Pink Ribbon Shawl Pattern + Tutorial
Inspired by Cancer Awareness is the Crochet Pink Ribbon Shawl. The stitchwork is relatively easy to remember. Once you get started, there are only two rows to remember. Once you get it into your head, you can crochet pretty quickly. This uses Caron Simply Soft yarn. It drapes beautifully. Free Crochet Diagrams Mikey has put...
Crochet Happy Holiday Throw Pattern
Crochet Happy Holiday Throw It's cheerful and educational all wrapped up in one afghan. It's giftable and would be an awesome stash busting free pattern. For colouring, Diva Dan selected neutral blue combination from my own yarn collection using Caron Simply Soft. See my notes below about switching to this yarn. This is the Crochet...
Super Easy Knit Slip Stitch Soothing Blanket + Tutorial
Learn to knit this Soothing Knit Slip Stitch Blanket pattern that has four rows that make it a repeating pattern. I love this stitch so much that I have started a scarf using the same stitch combination instead of Bernat Blanket but using Bernat Symphony with a 6.5 mm / US 10.5 knitting needle with...
Knit On The Go Easy Textured Hat + Tutorial
DOWNLOAD KNIT ON GO HAT PATTERN The Knit On The Go Easy Textured Hat had my curiosity as it's on the package of the Caron Colorama O'Go. Is the pattern this easy? The best way to start a new pattern you don't understand is to begin with what you know. I wasn't sure how to...
How To Crochet All 2020 Stitch Alongs Patterns + Tutorials
For 2020, we are launching one stitch along the day after Christmas. Yes, that's right on Boxing Day, as we call it here in Canada. I was turned onto this pattern by Yarnspirations as its a Mandala and the diagrams are already completed. While some crocheters have already completed this project, this is a perfect...
17 Study of Series Crochet Blankets Designed by Mikey
The Study of Series by me was developed back many years ago during the recreation of a project I had free-formed back in 2013. The blanket was using Bernat Mosaic Yarn and I was captivated by the colouring. I decided to through the blanket stitches that I knew but I had significant buckling issues with...
How to Crochet Study of Christmas Cookies Throw Stitch Along + Tutorial
Inspired by Christie's packaging of Chips Ahoy Cookies and with the help of Yarnspirations to colour match a Christmas Vibe, this is the Summer Stitch Along for 2024 called the Study of Christmas Cookies Throw. The complete pattern is now available without signing up. . . Tips for Counting Stitches Provided In the Pattern The...
Crochet Market Bag Pattern + Tutorial
This Little Bag Went to Market We had fun with this crochet little market bag a few years back. It has an interesting stitch which I hadn't seen before that allows the bag to expand in a geometric mesh formation. It's pretty spectacular. More Ideas Shine Like Diamonds Shawl + Tutorial Free Crochet Workshop for...
All 11 - 2023 Crochet Stitch Alongs
To keep things interesting, a personal focus on rectangle designs was the ticket for many of the filming tutorials for 2023. Of course, stitch-alongs are decided well in advance. We continued onward with texture and pushing skills to new heights for 2023. Each project below is linked to where the free pattern and tutorials live....
2019 - 4 Crochet Along Patterns + Tutorials
2019 was a big year for the stitch along with project sizes. Two of the four Afghans were designed by Mikey. We started off with a blanket nicknamed the Flora Garden Afghan and launched the Flora Afghan in late spring. In summer, we had the next exploratory afghan called the Study of Planet Earth. We...
Crochet Mosaic Greek Key Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Mosaic Greek Key Pattern Crochet the Greek Key using Crochet Mosaic concepts. This is the Crochet Mosaic Greek Key Blanket. It's an easy 6 stitch repeat going across. You could even use this concept for doing edges of an afghan as well. The multiple to start a new blanket is 6 + 4. The...
How To Crochet Sun Blossom Mandala Doily Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Sun Blossom Mandala Doily Pattern The Crochet Sun Blossom Alternative Mandala Doily is an adaptation of the original Sun Blossom Doily by Diane Lavos for Red Heart. I didn't intend to create an alternative version but every crocheter can have a roadblock and you can create new alternative realities to your situation instead of...
Crochet Along Flora Afghan Pattern + Tutorials
Crochet Flora Afghan The Crochet Flora Afghan was inspired by a dishcloth that morphed into creating a set of 7 distinct crochet squares. The concept was to use to appease the crocheters in selecting squares they most loved. If a crocheter didn't love a square, they could leave it out and fill it in with...
All 2014 Crochet Crowd Stitch Along Patterns + Tutorials
2014 marked the year for testing and try regular Stitch Along with the crochet community. The idea came from the VP of Marketing of Red Heart Yarns while doing a test trial of a Filet Crochet Valentine Scarf. We wanted to test to see if the idea would interest crocheters. Stitch Alongs was started to...
All 2024 Crochet Stitch Alongs
It's a new year of crochet stitch-alongs with exciting new skill-building opportunities. What's coming ahead? Almost the entire year is unknown, but as plans materialize, this article will be updated with more details. Remember, the point of stitch-along is not a race but a stitching journey together as a community. Don't get hung up on...
Easier Crochet Herringbone Fleecy Blanket + Tutorial
This easy-to-follow crochet blanket is called the Crochet Fleecy Herringbone. It's a simpler attempt to achieve the herringbone look without being as complicated as other patterns. This is using Bernat Forever Fleece yarn that is thick and feels soft to the touch. Easy, no drama pattern to follow. . . Tutorial We have more in...
2015 - 2 Crochet Crowd Stitch Alongs + Tutorials
In 2015, we had just started with Yarnspirations and they wanted to test try 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. There was no other stitch alongs scheduled...
Crochet Raccoon Ornament Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Raccoon Pattern Enjoy making a fun-loving Crochet Raccoon Family for Christmas. The original pattern is for a 7" Ornament. Simply change the hook size and follow the pattern again using a 6.0 mm or J size hook, you will have Mom & Dad size 10" versions. It's super adorable for making a winter scene...
Stockinette Stitch Bernat Blanket-ez Tutorial
Stockinette Stitch with Bernat Alize Blanket EZ Yarn The Stockinette Stitch is possible with the Bernat Alize Blanket EZ yarn. It will probably be one of the most common stitches we will see using this yarn. If you favour the stitch to only work from back to front with pulling the loops through, you will...
How To Cable Bernat Blanket-ez Stitch + Tutorial
Cable with Bernat Alize Blanket EZ Yarn One stitch that shocked me that was possible is the Cable Stitch using Bernat Alize Blanket EZ yarn. The cables are made up of two loops working in pairs. So the multiple cables are only 2 loops. Moving right to left, you cross over the loops but on...
Fairy Tale Witches Crochet Hats for Adults and Children + Tutorial
New for 2024 are the perfectly sized Fairy Tale Witches' Hats. Both are made with Bernat Plush yarn, a sturdy yarn that will hold its shape and reach high into the sky. A tutorial has been made for these, as the difference between the two is in the pattern itself. There are a couple of...
Blanket-ez Criss Cross Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
EZ Criss Cross Afghan Create your next blanket using the EZ Criss Cross Afghan pattern. There are two different rows to follow. Once you get the swing, criss-cross apple sauce! If you haven't tried the Alize yarn yet, this is a wonderful pattern to practice with the bonus is that you end up with a beautiful...
2016 - 2 Crochet Stitch Along Patterns
Stitch Alongs for 2016 For 2016, we had two stitch along that are very different. From the love scarf to shaping blankets. There was technically a third stitch along called the Stitch is Right but the resources of the wheels that would spin are no longer available for us to use. I know... sad! For...
Crochet Along Bernat Mystery Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Bernat Blanket Stitch Along A Crochet Bernat Mystery Blanket beautiful multi-week tutorial that makes you expand your stitches. This Stitch Along is complete. In 2019, I am still using this blanket to keep me cozy in front of the TV. Bernat Blanket Yarn is a product that lasts for years and years if you...
Crochet Deja V Basket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Deja V Basket The easy repeating for the Crochet Deja V Basket is pretty straight forward. The base is a solid colour with the main colour. I will make a note that the pattern states the MC is only 1 ball, it's actually 2 balls and the secondary colour is 1 ball. It's a...
Crochet Beach Bag Pattern + Tutorial
Beach Bag Introducing this oversized cotton crochet beach bag. This bag is called the 4th of July Beach Bag. There is no doubt about it, this bag is huge. A beach bag that can hold towels, picnic and even a blanket at the same time. I was surprised how big this really was. The pattern...
Crochet Cool Poncho Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Cool Poncho Shown in 5 XL I present to you the Cool Poncho, a free pattern by Yarnspirations. I purposely did the 5 XL version on the pattern to see how far the Caron Cakes will go. Luckily, it only takes 2 balls of Caron Cakes. I have some extra tips for making this...
How To Crochet All 2017 - 4 Stitch Along Patterns + Tutorials
In 2017 we had two planned Stitch Alongs which were the official blankets taught on JOANN Fabrics and Crafts behalf. Both the Bernat Blanket Mystery and Snowflake Baby Blanket were designed for the stitch-along purpose. By May, Yarnspirations asked me for a Summer Stitch Along as we had done the summer the year before. Without...
Crochet Gentle Waves Blanket Pattern + Tutorial
Crochet Gentle Waves Blanket This beautiful free crochet pattern by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores is called the Gentle Waves Crochet Blanket. It is designed as a lap blanket for those cooling off evenings while sitting comfy at home. This is very similar to the Catherine Wheel Stitch and is one of my all-time favourite...
Crochet Marled Basket Pattern
Crochet Marled Basket The Marled Basket is using Caron Big Cakes. The basket is super easy. It is about 12" diameter by 12" tall. It uses 2 balls of Caron Big Cakes. You have two choices for using 2 strands together. For the basket shown here, it's my own sample and I used two different...
Crochet Sophisticated Top Hat Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Sophisticated Top Hat is similar to the orange version for the basic structure of the hat. The only difference, as shown in the pattern is the band that is applied. It's a herringbone stitch. I've seen this hat for years and thought the colouring was part of the structure of the hat, nope,...