I received an amazing box in the mail from Red Heart Yarns. It had a variety of yarns. One of which was a skein of Red Heart Boutique Swanky Yarn. I knew right away I wanted to make a little bag that would be great for weddings and special occasions. Large enough to hold everything my daughter might need for her big day. While the yarn takes a little more concentration to work with, the finished ... [ Read More ]
Free Pattern: Hello Pam Beanie
One of my favorite parts about crochet or hobbies in general is the people we get to meet and friendships we create. I have been blessed (yep, definitely a miracle in my life) to have extraordinary people come into my life because of crochet. Some have a bigger impact than others. A couple of years ago I met a sweet lady and through messages and social media posts we became friends. She was ... [ Read More ]
Free Pattern: Patriotic Eagle Pillow and Bag
It's always a good time to show off our patriotic spirit, but summer is a must. While creating this little eagle, I couldn't decide if I wanted her to be a mail tote to hang by my door or a pillow for my bench. She makes me smile and I hope you will enjoy her too. Red Heart Yarns had sent me some of their new Super Saver Chunky yarn in patriotic colors so I had to make a big sister for her ... [ Read More ]
Free Pattern: Heavy Duty Utility Bag for Dirty Jobs
Something SHOCKING happened. My husband decided he needed a heavy duty mesh bag to keep all of the sewer hose connectors (EW) for our trailer. At the same time, I was making another large plant hanger for my father in law who loved the ones I had given him the year before. These are made with two strands Red Heart Nylon held together and works really well. After looking all over for just the ... [ Read More ]
Free pattern: Panda Lovey
One of my designer friends, Nadia of Yarnutopia, is expecting a baby. We are part of group with Red Heart Yarns called Joy Creators. The rest of our group wanted to help her celebrate the new baby. Marly Bird helped organize a surprise for Nadia by making arrangements for each of us to send a gift that would be opened at the family baby shower. I am so glad I got to be part of it. Nadia chose ... [ Read More ]
Free Pattern: Watermelon Mats
I love decorating with watermelon and citrus from late spring until I can start getting out my Halloween. I have always thought a watermelon rug would be cute for the front porch so this year I made one. It turned out just how I imagined... which rarely happens. I used to tole paint a lot and when painting melons I would always start with pink in the middle and work my way to deeper reds toward ... [ Read More ]
Free Pattern: Warrior Stuffies
Growing up I had a “worry stone” to rub when we traveled because I would get so worried about everything. Lately I have realized how much more there is to worry about. Whether it is my kids being far away or friends struggling with illness or just life in general, there seems to be a lot of stressors. It is so easy to let life take over. As I was making these they took on personalities and I ... [ Read More ]
Free Pattern: Peaceful Moments Scarf
What creates a peaceful moment for you? I've had a few emotional days lately and some great friends suggested finding a happy place. For me that is often crochet. Another friend, Kate of Crafting Friends Designs, was talking about the new yarn, Red Heart Amore and had me check my local Walmart to see which colors they carried. I was pleasantly surprised at their selection. The colors ... [ Read More ]
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