The new Snappy “Tots Beanies and Stuffies” pattern was a big hit! They are so bright and cheery so let’s make more. “Sigmund”, the loopy blue haired guy, is the first in a wash cloth series. Watch for the other 3 (and maybe a few cousins) to follow. Sigmund Wash Cloth Materials and Instructions Yarn: […]
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Free Pattern: Striped Top Hat
We LOVE Dr. Seuss so when I first started designing crochet patterns I knew I needed to make a top hat for his birthday. I wanted to put my own spin on it and added the cat’s head too. You can make it as shown or just the top hat. I recently updated the pattern […]
Free Pattern: 6 Inch Crochet Square
A friend of mine recently fell and broke her hip. Several people sent her “square cards” (card with a crocheted square inside) to wish her well and also give a fun project of making a blanket full of love from friends. I wanted something unique and special for her so I designed a 6″ square. […]
Time to Crochet with Moogly
When it’s time to crochet, have you ever imagined where some of your favorite designers crochet? As I sit in my family room, sinking into my couch, I often wonder… So I decided to ask! This week I get to share the very talented Tamara Kelly. I first came across her wonderful site, Moogly, last […]
Time to crochet with Twinkie Chan
When it’s time to crochet, have you ever imagined where some of your favorite designers crochet? As I sit in my family room, sinking into my couch, I often wonder… So I decided to ask! I made a list of where I would hang out if I was a crazy crochet stalker person and Twinkie […]
Free Pattern: Frog Hat
This was one of my first animal hats. I LOVE his spots and curly legs. Ribbitz the frog Materials: Worsted weight yarn in two shades of green, yellow, white, black, red (optional) Hooks: G, H, I Yarn needle For smaller sizes, an F hook may be used for the polka dots. Finished length: Newborn: 5-5.5”; […]
Free Pattern: Jellybean Slouch Hat
Ever make something that is not only cute, but fun to make too? I LOVED making these hats. The nubby texture is created with basic stitches and looks wonderful inside and out. I hope you will enjoy this quick and easy hat. Perfect for your Valentines and year round too. Jellybean Slouch An ad-free, downloadable […]
Free Pattern: Dangling Hearts
I have been making lots of hearts lately and thought a quick and easy pair would be fun. Tie these on gifts, bag or even around a ponytail for a touch of Valentine’s Day love. Dangling Heart Strings Pattern Materials and Details Worsted weight yarn Crochet Hook: H (5mm) A variety of yarn weights and […]
Free Pattern: BF Beanies
Last fall we went to Yellowstone and took my daughter’s boyfriend with us. They wanted matching hats, but they both wear their hats differently. We wanted something that would be cute on boys and girls, be soft and warm, plus look great together. I love making hats with repeating front post stitches. Plus, it creates […]
Free Pattern: Fantastic Ski Hat
We are big football fans (Go Broncos!) and I love seeing all of the striped ski hats the players wear on the sidelines. There are lots of knitting patterns for this style, but I couldn’t find a cute crochet one. I LOVE seeing people get excited about a new hobby and wanting to learn. Many […]
