New to Red Heart Boutique this year is Sassy Fabrics. You will find this new line to be really fabulous in colour blending and fashionable blending. For me, the pink polka dot version of this is really fun and vibrant. Instead of using yarn to make a scarf, you can use this fabric yarn instead....
51 Mega Free Crochet Slipper Round-Up
Finding the right crochet slippers for your personality may be a challenge. From slipper socks to traditional slippers and novelty. A little something for everyone. I did personally struggle to find slippers for men over the size 11 but I think changing the hook size to be bigger will lend itself to that need as...
How To Crochet Star Stitch + Tutorial
Learn the Star Stitch This star stitch is very intimidating to look at in pattern books because it does require you to envision where the stitches are to go. Truth is, once you get it... Batta Boom Batta Bing. To Make Different Sizes Multiple of 2 sts + 1. Remember the + number at the...
Crochet 6-Day Star Holiday Tree Skirt Pattern
Betty McKnit presents the 6-Day Star Holiday Tree Skirt featuring her signature stitch lineup originally from her 6-Day Kid Blanket from many years ago. You can find Betty McKnit on her own YouTube Channel to help guide your creativity even further. Spruce up your holiday decor with Betty's concept for your Christmas Tree. The border...
Free Learn to Crochet Ebook by Mikey
Quickly Learn to Crochet eBook Learning to Crochet would have been a lot easier when I was fourteen if I would had someone actually 'show me' the techniques instead of just reading patterns and seeing diagrams. My mom was great with teaching me double crochet but that was the limit of her skills. I believe...
How to Crochet Corner to Corner Afghan Pattern + Tutorial
Corner to Corner Afghan Project Corner to Corner Afghans is really popular right now. They are easy to follow and create. What appeals to everyone is the speed at which they can be done. You start off at one point and work diagonally across. When you get to the halfway point and want to start...
Learn How To Filet Crochet
Inspire, Learn & Try It Yourself Filet crochet isn't as hard as it may look. The diagrams are actually really easy to follow along with as well. The trick is to keep yourself organized by highlighting the steps as you go to ensure you know where you are on the pattern. I have made a...
Crochet Family Socks Pattern + Tutorial
The Crochet Family Socks pattern has sizes for most of the family. Sizes include 2/4 years old, 6/8 years old and then in ladies ⅚, ⅞ and men's 10/11. Conversions in Finished Foot Length Child 2/4 yrs 6" [15 cm] Child 6/8 yrs 7½" [19 cm] Lady’s Size ⅚ 9½" [24 cm] Lady’s Size ⅞...
Mikey and Diva Dan's Knit Sweaters
Mikey and Diva Dan own a couple of really heavy wool sweaters. No, we didn't knit them. People are inquiring about them and I can share some details. We felt good about purchasing them as they are Canadian-made in Newfoundland. Made by Winterhouses in Stephenville, Newfoundland and purchase in Rustico Bay, Prince Edward Island at...
Crochet 101
New to Crochet, Let's Get Started We have a list of common questions and where to get started with crochet. We also get a lot of common questions about measurements and standards of crochet. Absolute Beginners Workshop for Crochet Sizing and Measurements What Are The Crochet Hook Sizes and Conversions? What Are Typical Blanket/Afghan Sizes?...
Crochet Simple Granny Square
Learn The Basics of a Granny Square Learn how to make Granny Squares. Granny squares are the most desired and sought after pattern. Granny squares are typically timeless with the exception of colour trends in current times. Usually, most new crocheters feel a sense of accomplishment when they have finally mastered a granny square. Pattern...
9 Crochet Stitch Marker Implements
9 Crochet Stitch Marker Ideas Do you use stitch markers when you crochet? I actually do quite a bit. When I'm working in the round, I like to mark my beginning stitch. I also find them quite handy to keep track of corners, edges or really long chains. I have to admit, I have a...