Last year, for Mother’s Day, I wanted something fun and unique to make for my mom. She has a lot of solar lamps in her yard so I bought a few new ones and made flower covers. These whip up quickly. They just slip over the round lamp (different styles coming soon). Since Teacher Appreciation […]
Free Pattern: Lap Afghan
For my mom’s birthday I wanted to make something special. Her favorite color is black. I wanted to add some color so I chose a bright color to represent each of her 5 grandkids. I finished the blanket with a round of white yarn to represent the love I have for my mom and forever […]
Top Picks: Crochet Blogs and Vlogs
There are already some MAGNIFICENT tutorials on every part of crochet you can image. Outstanding Crochet Channels MOOGLY: By far, she is DA’ BOMB when it comes to making crochet videos. They are clear, easy to follow, they start with this cheery music (and an octopus!) plus you come away feeling ultra crochet smarterific. Kim […]
Free Pattern: Baby Bird Set
The first crochet patterns I wrote as Snappy Tots were these birds. My neighbor’s little boy loved the game and wanted the set. It was fun and I hope you will enjoy these free patterns. Red Bird Diaper Set All sizes for the hat are included, but the diaper cover is only for sizes up […]
Free Pattern: Baby Prop and Bowl
One of the first baby prop patterns I wrote was this sling for a customer. This style has been around for a few years and is still a fun style. It can be used many ways, for a variety of sizes. Please be careful whenever handling a baby. Crochet Sling & Nest Photo Prop Materials: […]
Free Pattern: Button on Flower
I love making a hat or headband for gifts and including a bunch of flowers in a variety of colors. It is always a big hit. Fast & Fun flower Materials: Small amounts of yarn in various colors for flowers Size H hook, or your choice of size for larger or smaller flowers Yarn needle […]
Free Pattern: Sunny Brimmed Cloche
Sunny Brimmed Cloche Materials: Yarn: Worsted weight cotton Hooks: G, H, I, J hooks (depending on size of hat, see below) Yarn needle Stitch Marker Note: All sizes start the same, but using a different size hook. The pattern has four sizes; newborn, toddler, child, teen/adult. A smaller size hook should be used to make […]
Fab Find: Loopy Bags
It’s so fun to see when someone enjoys a pattern and creates lots of varieties. Gail Drenzek has made several adorable little bags from the “Loopy Treat Bags“. I love the curly q hair she added. Her minions and turtle variations are such a great idea! How clever. Thanks Gail for sharing your creativity with […]
Fab Find: A Variety of Chickies
I always love to see things people make from my patterns, especially if they come up with new variations. Look how cute these creations, made from my Little Stuffed Chickies pattern, turned out. Beth Williamson has entered many of my contests and always comes up with the cutest versions of my patterns. These adorable chickies […]
Roundup of Sunhat and Bonnet Crochet Patterns
Bonnets and sunhats are a must for spring and summer. No matter the age, hats are wonderful for protection from the sun, plus make a nice accessory. Here are some great patterns for sale from a variety of designers. Click each photo to visit the pattern listing. Many of the designers have additional sunhat and bonnet patterns, […]
