This Crochet Baby Beanie is one of those simple little patterns that makes a really lovely handmade gift. It uses soft Bernat Softee Baby yarn for the hat, a fluffy Pipsqueak edging, and an optional crochet flower on the … Read More ...
Charity Crochet Pattern: Vintage Baby Bunting Cocoon
There is something so sweet about a vintage baby crochet pattern, isn’t there? Before baby registries became wildly specific and before every nursery had a “theme,” handmade baby pieces were often practical, warm, and made with so much care that … Read More ...
Emotional Support Ollivander Octopus Free Crochet Pattern
There is something about a tiny crochet octopus that just makes people smile, and this Emotional Support Ollivander Octopus free pattern has that sweet, slightly quirky charm that makes amigurumi so hard to resist. It is the kind of project … Read More ...
Book Review: Irresistibly Cute Mini Amigurumi – 62 Tiny Crochet Projects
There is something slightly dangerous about a crochet book containing 62 tiny amigurumi projects.
You tell yourself you’ll just make the little panda.
Then perhaps the turtle.
Then suddenly you’re making a miniature donut, a bumblebee charm and an … Read More ...
Crochet Pretty Scallop Pattern Necklace – A Delicate DIY You Can Make With Thread, Wire and Beads
If you love crochet jewelry projects that feel a little bit pretty and a little bit unexpected, this Crochet Pretty Scallop Pattern Necklace is such a fun one to try. It uses simple supplies like crochet thread, a hook, 24-gauge … Read More ...
Granny Square Along by Lori Holt: A Crochet Book for Lovers of Vintage Colour
There is something about a colourful granny square that never seems to lose its charm. Perhaps it is the familiar clusters of stitches, perhaps it is the endless colour combinations, or perhaps it reminds us of a blanket that lived … Read More ...
Shock Wave Free Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern
This Free Shock Wave Crochet Lap Blanket Pattern from Mary Maxim looks like one of those wonderfully satisfying projects that gives big cozy payoff without fiddly detail. Mary Maxim lists it as a free download, designed as a crochet … Read More ...
Pattern Review: Granny Dots Crochet Bucket Hat Pattern
There is something wonderfully cheerful about a crochet bucket hat, especially when it has that granny-style texture that makes us all say, “Oh yes, I could make that in five colours from my stash.” And let’s be honest, any … Read More ...
The Forest Valley Shawl – Crochet Pattern
This is one of those shawl patterns that feels instantly calming, even before you pick up a hook. The Forest Valley Shawl (After Party Pattern 23) by Scheepjes, available through Jimmy Beans Wool, has a very gentle, nature-inspired … Read More ...
Crocheting Christmas Gifts? Make This Supply Checklist Before You Buy More Yarn
I have never met a crocheter who needed much encouragement to buy yarn. The trouble starts when the yarn arrives and the project also needs a smaller hook, stuffing, buttons, a tapestry needle and a shade of green that … Read More ...
Lightweight Lacy Crochet Tee Pattern That’s Perfect for Layering
Some crochet garments look beautiful on the hanger but feel awkward to wear. This Lacy Crochet Tee from Lana Grossa is not one of those pieces. It’s light, breathable, and very much designed to be worn — the kind … Read More ...
Free Purple Witch Hat Keychain Crochet Pattern – Cute Halloween Bag Charm
If you love those tiny crochet projects that use hardly any yarn but still look ridiculously cute, this little witch hat is worth adding to your Halloween list.
The Free Purple Witch Hat Keychain Crochet Pattern on CraftBits is worked … Read More ...
Everly Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern Review – Rosette Motifs and Sweet Vintage Style
If you’re a sucker for anything with a little texture and a bit of old-school sweetness, the Everly crochet baby blanket is going to be right up your alley. This pattern is described as being inspired by a “field of … Read More ...
2 Crochet Moses Basket Patterns for Babies and Dolls
There is something especially lovely about a handmade Moses basket. Perhaps it is the traditional shape, the chunky crochet texture or simply the thought of a tiny baby—or a much-loved doll—being tucked inside something made stitch by stitch.
Crochet Moses … Read More ...
Cotton Companion Free Crochet Bag Pattern
If you love practical crochet projects you can actually use, this Free Cotton Companion Crochet Bag Pattern from Mary Maxim looks like a really handy one to save. It is a free download and includes both a roomy crochet bag … Read More ...