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RECYCLE – RY

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I fell in love with this free project from Crafts n’ Things Magazine.  It’s not actually crochet as you make it with wool sweaters scrounged from the thrift store or your closet.  But, I’d have fun embellishing it with crochet appliques.

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http://www.craftsnthings.com/Projects/Newsletter/2009_09/D_felted_purse.aspx?email=

RECYCLE  a pattern and turn it into something entirely different, like this coaster pattern:

http://www.kaleidesigns.com/crochet/patterns/archive/coas008.html

that was turned into this beautiful beret:

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http://sandyshook.blogspot.com/2009/09/going-around-again.html

Imagine the ingenuity and artistic eye that looked at that coaster and saw a beret.  I’m quite impressed.  Great yarn choice too.  Sandy gives the whole story of the process on her blog.

I like the idea of using doily patterns to create larger items.  It’s not much of a stretch to make a larger doily with perle cotton instead of bedspread weight and end up with a runner or place mat.  But, there are books out there (Amazing Lace is one of my favorites) that use doily patterns for everything from shawls to rugs to afghans.  Try your hand at that with a pattern you have in your stash and see what you come up with.  Maybe a pretty bedspread is hiding in a doily book!

Have you read?

Free Crochet Pattern – Cutie Cardigan

Introducing the Red Heart Crochet Cutie Baby Cardigan, a sweet and sophisticated crochet cardigan designed to fit babies aged 6 months. This cardigan is perfect for adding a splash of softness and style to any baby’s look. The cardigan is made using Red Heart Soft Essentials yarn, which is known for its softness, durability, and wide range of colors. The yarn is also bulky, which means it stitches up quickly, so baby can enjoy it faster.

The pattern is easy to follow, making it a great option for crocheters of all skill levels. The instructions are clear and detailed, and the finished cardigan is sure to be a beautiful and treasured addition to any baby’s wardrobe. The cardigan is designed to fit babies aged 6 months, but it can be easily adapted to fit other sizes by adjusting the number of stitches and rows.

One of the best things about this pattern is the versatility of the design. The pattern is written with specific color combinations in mind, but you have the freedom to choose any color combination that makes it personal for your child. The pattern also allows for different button choices, which can be used to customize the cardigan for any little recipient.

The designer also created a knit version of this cardigan, search pattern LM5609, so you have the choice of either knitting or crocheting.

In conclusion, the Red Heart Crochet Cutie Baby Cardigan is a sweet and sophisticated crochet cardigan designed to fit babies aged 6 months. The pattern is easy to follow, versatile, and perfect for crocheters of all skill levels.

 

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