The Chasing Rabbits Cowl is the perfect way to add some color to your fall and winter wardrobe. Each cowl is made using a color gradient yarn, where two are never exactly the same. Using a variety of textured stitches gives this cowl lots of fun character while the light-weight wool blend yarn allows for…
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The Bead Stitch – A free how to crochet tutorial
The bead stitch: another great textured stitch to add to your crochet library. This is not a difficult stitch to learn so don’t be intimidated by it’s appearance; in fact I was amazed at how simple it actually was once I put my yarn and hook to practice. The bead stitch does use up some…
Free Crochet Pocket Shawl Pattern – The Gotto Godda Wrap
To order a finished wrap head on over here: The Gotto Godda Wrap or scroll down for the free pocket shawl pattern. Dress it up or dress it down, jeans or a dress; The Gotto Godda Wrap is the accessory you never knew you needed. Whether you are lounging at home or hard at work…
The Back Bump – A Crochet Tutorial
One of the first things we learn when crocheting, is how to make a chain. But do we know all of the parts of the chain? Do we understand how inserting our hook here instead of there changes the look and feel of our work? Crocheting into the back bump of the chain is a…
The Magic Knot – A Crochet Tutorial
Joining a new skein of yarn into your crochet project can seriously be a nerve wracking experience for some. Is the yarn going to hold? What if the whole thing unravels after you’ve put all of this time into creating it?! More ends to weave in? Ugh! I’ll pass… The Magic Knot is a technique…
Free Crochet Blanket Pattern – The Marley Throw
With it’s marled appearance, fun colors, funky pointed and tassled ends, the Marley Throw will be the perfect addition to any home! It is the perfect size for snuggling under for a good long Netflix binge; just a little bit heavy but not too hot. The Marley Throw is a great beginner project using simple…
The Mug Rug – A Free Crochet Pattern
Add a bit of whimsy to your morning wake-up with this adorable mug rug! It’s fun to say and super cute to see. Placed under your morning cuppa, your afternoon iced coffee or even under your evening adult beverage, this sweet little coaster can catch all of your drips and prevent those ugly rings that…
The FarmMarket Bag – A Free Crochet Pattern
The perfect mesh shopping bag that can easily fit in your purse to be used at your next trip to the farmers market or grocery store. Fill it with books from the library or pack it with snacks for a picnic in the park. Worked up in mostly chains and trebles, this bag is easy…
Learning crochet basics: What supplies do I need to get started?
Uh oh! So, you’ve decided to learn how to crochet. And now you’ve found yourself standing in the aisles of Hobby Lobby or JoAnn’s, filling your cart with all of the pretty, soft and squishy yarn and shiny hooks and needles….. and your bill is up to about $4927462882! You slowly and sadly start putting…