Patterns, projects and techniques
Treble crochet is one of those wonderfully satisfying stitches that makes you feel as though your project is growing at record speed. Because each stitch is so tall, you can add a surprising amount of length without spending weeks working … Read More ...
Let’s be honest, some crochet projects are useful, some are impressive, and some exist purely because a tiny smiling dumpling made from yarn is too adorable to resist. You can pop them into a dumpling basket for a fun gift … Read More ...
There is something wonderfully ridiculous about a crochet frog with legs three times longer than its body.
A traditional amigurumi frog is cute, of course, but give that same frog a pair of dangling legs and suddenly it has an … Read More ...
There are certain childhood characters that never really leave us, are there? Winnie the Pooh and his friends seem to wander quietly from one generation to the next, appearing in well-loved storybooks, nursery decorations, handmade toys and blankets tucked around … Read More ...
There are some characters that never really disappear from our lives, and Snoopy is certainly one of them. He turns up on old coffee mugs, childhood lunchboxes, Christmas decorations and, more recently, just about every cosy jumper, tote bag and … Read More ...
There is something wonderfully satisfying about walking into the farmers market carrying a bag you made yourself. It feels just a little more organised, a little more environmentally responsible and, let’s be honest, considerably prettier than wrestling with a collection … Read More ...
There’s something so joyful about stitching flowers into your crochet—and this Flower Blanket Pattern from HiCrochet captures that feeling perfectly. It’s a vibrant, petal-filled project that feels like wrapping yourself in a blooming garden. Each square bursts with floral charm, … Read More ...
New to charity crochet? These beginner-friendly crochet patterns are perfect for donating to shelters, hospitals, NICUs, pet rescues, care homes, and community support groups.
If you are a beginner crocheter and you want to make something useful for charity, … Read More ...
If you love practical crochet projects that actually get used, this Free Mesh Towel and Washcloth Set Pattern from Mary Maxim is a nice little find. It is listed as a free crochet pattern download, and the design looks … Read More ...
The magic loop sounds like one of those crochet techniques that should come with dramatic music and a warning label.
But once you get the hang of it, it becomes one of those tiny little crochet tricks you use all … Read More ...
There are some crochet projects that are practical, and then there are the ones that make everyone at the table laugh before they have even put their mug down. Chicken coasters sit very happily in that second category. They are … Read More ...
Let’s be honest, red pandas already look like they were designed by someone with a yarn stash — rusty orange fur, tiny masked faces, fluffy striped tails, and just enough mischief to make them irresistible.
If you love woodland amigurumi, … Read More ...
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here is something wonderfully dramatic about a crochet afghan that spreads out from the centre like a big handmade burst of colour. This Superhero Star Afghan Pattern is one of those crochet projects that looks far more complicated than … Read More ...
This crochet Evil Eye Rakhi is a small, beginner-friendly thread crochet project made with simple rounds of colour. It is perfect for Raksha Bandhan, especially if you want something handmade, meaningful, and quick enough to make in batches.
The … Read More ...
Let’s be honest, sometimes the best kind of gift is the one that makes absolutely no sense at all… and still somehow makes everything better.
That’s exactly why emotional support patterns are having such a moment. They’re funny, weirdly comforting, … Read More ...