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Free Caron Cake Crochet Patterns

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This round up of Crochet patterns is for patterns that all use Caron Cake Yarn balls. Caron cake has come down in price and is now quite affordable for most people. These Crochet patterns are all a little different but all use a Caron Cake. You can change the color of your cake for whatever suits your mood. I am drawn to the bright color combinations of berry.

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Fringed Scarf Crochet Pattern by HeartHookHome

Happy Go Lucky Shawlette Pattern by Fberfluxblog.com

Chunky Caron Cake Socks pattern by Repeatcrafterme.com

Sophies Garden Caron Cake Pillow Pattern by Wilmade.com

HoneySuckle Bag or Tote Crochet Pattern by Kimmie Hooks

Celtic infinity Scarf Crochet Pattern by Leftinknots.com

Ombre Hexagon Pattern By MyPopppet.

If you are looking for Caron cakes we suggest checking out discount bins at your local stores as lot’s of colors are being moved on and new color ranges and styles of yarns become available. Do you have a favorite Caron cake color or pattern? share it with us below in the comments.

Looking for more amazing shawl patterns? Check out these triangle shawl crochet patterns we found on Etsy.

Why should you make your own shopping bags or totes?  Plastic bags are from the same source as all plastic: crude oil. So what is wrong with crude oil? The manufacturing process emits considerable amounts of pollution, and the product is not biodegradable. On land, plastic bags are one of the most common types of litter worldwide. As plastic bags are lightweight and float easily, this means they can travel long distances when picked up by the wind this includes landing in the ocean. Then wildlife gets tangled or ingests the bags, both in the sea and on land.  Make a difference and make your own shopping grocery bags.  Have plastic bags you need to re-use? Consider making these DIY upcycled plastic bag crafts.

Looking for more Crochet patterns for totes, shopping bags or oversized bags ? Check out these crochet patterns we found on Etsy.

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Crochet Christmas Dove Ornaments With a Printable Gift Poem

There is something especially lovely about a handmade gift that comes with a few thoughtful words. These crochet Christmas birds pair a folded yarn ornament with a decorative poem card, turning a little crochet project into a keepsake.

The design has a rounded head, a tiny embroidered eye and beak, and a forked tail. A broad overlapping section forms the wing, giving the bird that folded, origami-inspired appearance. It is a simple-looking shape with plenty of handmade charm.

A Crochet Bird That Doubles as a Gift Topper

What appeals to me most is the idea of using the bird twice. Tie it onto a wrapped present as a gift topper, then let the recipient hang it on their Christmas tree afterwards. The wrapping gets recycled, the ribbon goes into somebody’s “far too useful to throw away” drawer, and the bird becomes part of next year’s decorations.

Cream would be a lovely choice for a Christmas dove, while cranberry red, sage green and dusty blue offer a different seasonal look. Keeping the wing plain lets the crochet texture and folded layers stand out.

For a personalised crochet gift tag, an embroidered initial is a sweet addition. One small letter gives the ornament a purpose without needing to squeeze an entire name onto the wing.

The Printable Christmas Dove Card

The accompanying printable brings the gift together. Watercolour-style holly, evergreen branches, berries and gold accents frame the card, with space above the poem for attaching the crocheted bird.

The original Christmas poem shares wishes for peace, joy and love, then invites the recipient to hang the dove on their tree. There is also a “With love from” line, so the finished card feels like a complete little present.

I would print it on firm cardstock and attach the bird with a removable thread or ribbon loop. That way, the recipient can lift it off the card easily when it is time to decorate the tree.

It is a thoughtful Christmas gift concept, especially for crafters who enjoy making small decorations with a personal touch. The bird and poem card belong together: a little handmade ornament, a Christmas wish, and something to bring out again next December.