Patterns, projects and techniques
Let’s be honest, some children’s books never really leave us. The Very Hungry Caterpillar is one of those storytime classics that seems to live permanently in classrooms, nurseries, book week costumes and the back of every mum’s memory bank.
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Our Vintage Pennant Afghan Crochet Pattern is a bold brown-and-white geometric blanket design with a wonderfully nostalgic feel. This printable PDF pattern has been carefully modernized from a vintage-style afghan design, making it easier to read, easier to print, and … Read More ...
Let’s be honest, crochet has given us some wonderfully odd trends over the years. Emotional support pickles, tiny chickens, crochet food, frog hats… and now, apparently, willy warmers.
I don’t make the rules. I just report from the yarn basket.… Read More ...
Some crochet projects just have that instant “oh, this is going in a baby shower gift basket” feeling, and this hungry little caterpillar crochet pattern is definitely one of them.
It is bright, cheerful, soft, and wonderfully nostalgic — the … Read More ...
Our Baby Sacque Crochet Pattern PDF is a sweet vintage-inspired baby cardigan pattern with delicate openwork texture, a soft tie-front closure, and sizes from 0–12 months. It is a lovely printable crochet pattern for baby gifts, heirloom-style makes, and anyone … Read More ...
There are some crochet patterns that instantly feel like they belong in a keepsake box — the kind of pattern you imagine being carefully folded between tissue paper, brought out for weddings, anniversaries, evening events, or those “I just want … Read More ...
This Gengar-inspired crochet amigurumi pattern is a fun purple ghost-style plush project with pointed ears, little arms and legs, a balancing tail, and a needle-felted mischievous face.
If you love crocheting quirky little characters, this Gengar-inspired amigurumi is one of … Read More ...
There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a proper vintage crochet dress pattern, especially one that feels more like a tailored garment than a quick weekend project. This Vintage Striped Afghan Stitch Dress Crochet Pattern caught my eye because it has … Read More ...
This free crochet willy warmer pattern is quick, cheeky, beginner-friendly, and perfect for gag gifts, white elephant parties, Christmas stockings, Valentine’s jokes, and novelty crochet lovers. Somehow this funny crochet pattern is trending like crazy right now, so … Read More ...
If your crochet basket is looking a little light — or, let’s be honest, if it is already overflowing but still somehow missing the exact yarn you need — KnitPicks has a sale worth peeking at.
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There is something so lovely about a crochet shawl that feels light enough for spring, pretty enough for dressing up, and still practical enough to throw over your shoulders when the air conditioning is being a bit dramatic. The Free … Read More ...
If you have ever stepped outside with a cup of tea, settled into your favourite garden chair, and then immediately been joined by a wasp with absolutely no respect for personal space, this is one of those crochet projects that … Read More ...
There is nothing quite like a crochet book sale to make a yarn lover suddenly very good at justifying things.
“It’s for reference.”
“It would make a good gift.”
“I already have yarn for that.”
“It’s practically saving money.”
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Movie night just got a crochet upgrade. This Popcorn Bucket Blanket Crochet Pattern creates a cozy striped blanket that rolls up into a giant popcorn bucket, complete with fluffy popcorn edging. With three sizes included and beginner-friendly techniques, it … Read More ...
This Popping Lizard Coaster Crochet Pattern is one of those wonderfully silly crochet projects that makes people smile before they’ve even put a mug on it. The lizard is worked with a simple round coaster body, then finished with a … Read More ...