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Clean and Save – Crochet Swiffer Pattern

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Sheila’s Spiffer

 

My crochet friend, Sheila of Sheila’s Schnauzie, is the designer of my all time favorite doily, the original Pond Lily Doily.  Now, she has a great practical design that will save you lots of money over time if you’re a fan, as I am, of the Swiffer Duster.  Sheila’s ‘Spiffer’ replacement pattern for the Swiffer cover is a snap to make and is washable and reusable.  What could be better than that?

You can see it picture above worked up in two different yarns.  Great way to use up some of your less favorite yarns – or crochet it up in a dazzling yarn that makes you yearn to use it!  And, if you find such a yarn, please throw a skein in my direction because I need all the enticement I can get to do housework of any kind!  In the meantime, get yourself over to Sheila’s site and purchase the Spiffer pattern for yourself.  All of the proceeds of Sheila’s crochet go to support her efforts to rescue those cute little Schnauzer’s she’s so fond of.

NOTE:  THE SPIFFER PATTERN IS NOT FREE BUT CAN BE SEEN AND PURCHASED HERE.

 

Comments

  3. is this spam? Seriously… the “PDF creator” link doesn’t open. :-/

    And I probably shouldn’t put my email address but I’m hoping you can email me if you have a real pattern.

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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 afghan/lap blanket, with a finished size of 45 x 50 inches.

What immediately stands out is the yarn choice. The pattern is made with Bernat Blanket Extra Thick, using 5 skeins, and calls for a U.S. U/50 (25 mm) crochet hook. That is gloriously chunky territory, which usually means fast progress and lots of squishy texture. If you are in the mood for a project that feels substantial in your hands and grows quickly row by row, this one definitely has that appeal.

Mary Maxim describes the blanket as having a beautifully textured, plush, soft finish and suggests it as a project for home décor or gifting. Based on the materials and oversized hook alone, that sounds about right. This feels like the sort of blanket you make for curling up on the couch, draping over a chair, or giving as a practical handmade gift that will actually get used instead of folded away “for best.”

The pattern is marked Easy, and the listed stitch requirements are straightforward: chain, repeat, double crochet, single crochet, and slip stitch. That makes it sound approachable for confident beginners and very appealing for anyone who wants a relaxing crochet project without too much counting drama.

I also think the lap blanket size is a smart one. Not every crochet blanket needs to become a giant commitment that takes over the lounge room and your will to live. A 45 x 50 inch blanket is a useful, manageable size for gifting, for wheelchairs or reading nooks, or just for keeping on hand for chilly evenings. That practicality gives this pattern extra appeal. The usability point is my own take based on the finished dimensions Mary Maxim provides.

At the moment, the pattern page shows no reviews, so there is not much customer feedback to go on yet. Still, if you enjoy easy crochet blanket patterns, super chunky crochet throws, or quick lap blanket projects, this one looks like a solid freebie to save.

My overall take? This looks like a fast, cozy, beginner-friendly crochet blanket pattern with plenty of texture and instant-gratification energy. Very much the sort of project you start because it looks easy, then keep going because the yarn feels ridiculously soft.