There are over 4 months until Christmas (ahhh that There are over 4 months until Christmas (ahhh that sounds so nice... but dang it! Time will start zooming now!)

A blanket for your special person would be a wonderful present and if you start now you will LOVE having it done. 

This blanket is super easy plus it makes a great stash buster so you can use what you have on hand. 

Free snappy pattern link in my bio or visit: https://snappy-tots.com/free-lap-afghan-crochet-blanket/

Made with @redheartyarns 

#makersgonnamake 
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
#supportsmallbusiness #handmade
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Free wash of the week: these monster sponges are s Free wash of the week: these monster sponges are super helpers with the dishes and in the bath. 
Click the link in my bio for quick access to this pattern or visit
https://snappy-tots.com/weekly-wash-20-monster-sponge/ 
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Enjoying some crochet time outside on a gorgeous d Enjoying some crochet time outside on a gorgeous day. Brookie loves the grass and is definitely a summer baby.

#yorkie #crochet #crochetoutside #relaxing #utahsummer
How do you celebrate the Fourth of July? 🇺🇸🍉🧨
The solar light fireworks are one of my favorite decorations for summer and the month of July. They are super easy and quick to whip up so you could have a bunch done for the weekend.

Free pattern on my blog: https://snappy-tots.com/free-pattern-firework-solar-covers/

Made with @redheartyarns super saver.
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Ducke is ready for July… are you? This hat and s Ducke is ready for July… are you?
This hat and sweater set is easy to make and can be done in any colors.

I use @redheartyarns for anything I’m going to have outside because it holds up the best!

Free pattern on my blog: https://snappy-tots.com/free-pattern-patriotic-goose-set/
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#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
Have you ever used thicker yarns to make different Have you ever used thicker yarns to make different versions of a project? I love doing that!

I’m finishing up a blanket yarn version of a towel I made this week. It will be a lovey.

I love these textures!

#crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
Our unique selfie idea turned out pretty fun. Plea Our unique selfie idea turned out pretty fun. Please share yours and include our tag #50photosofsummer so we can see them.

Join our photo quest and get a list of 50 photo ideas at https://snappy-tots.com/50-photos-of-summer/
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#photoideas #photoquest #boredombusters #familyfunideas #bucketlist #bucketlistfamily
😎Happy First Day of Summer! Our "50 photos of s 😎Happy First Day of Summer! Our "50 photos of summer" begins today and I hope you will join us.

Come download the checklist or follow along from your phone. I made a google sheet you can copy so you will have it everywhere you go!

Click the link in my bio for easy access to the printables.
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We will be sharing our pix on our new family site @ourdangchannel

☀️The most important part: ENJOY the experiences, find peaceful, memorable moments to remember.

This list could be used for many things:
- Start a sketchbook and use the ideas for a daily drawing.
- Set up a free blog and learn how to make a post, add a picture, and encourage a description or journal entry.
- Include older family members by sharing your pictures or asking them for suggestions.
- Choose a reward for when you finish a column and when you finish the whole list.
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#summerbucketlist #photochallenge #familyfun #boredombusters #boredombustersforkids #vacationpix #summerquest
I made these birthday candles a few years ago and I made these birthday candles a few years ago and we have enjoyed them so much I made ones for Christmas too. 
These are super easy and fairly quick. They are great for holding banners, balloons, or to line a sidewalk for a special day. 

Click the link in my bio for quick access to the free pattern. 

Made with @redheartyarns.

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#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
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I have some new pillows and placemats to whip up f I have some new pillows and placemats to whip up for your summer picnics and porches. 

Made from @redheartyarns 

Click the link in my bio for easy access to the pattern or visit 
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/pillows-and-placemats
Save 40% off until 6/20/22. 

Instructions included for making placemats and pillows, with or without a center pocket. The placemat could have a pocket to hold utensils and a napkin for picnic packing. You could even sew two placemats together to hold the plate in the middle. That way it makes packing for a picnic super easy.
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My new chomper totes are the first project in my 1 My new chomper totes are the first project in my 15 week gift making event. 

Today is the last day to sign up for just $7.50. 

Click the link in my bio for an easy way to visit the sign up page.
https://snappy-tots-shop.myshopify.com/products/the-great-summer-gift-event-2022

The price will be $15 after 6/15... some of the patterns will be sold separately at a later date for $3-5 each.

The first gift event pattern is available and emails have been sent. If you signed up and did not receive the email please make sure you are checking the one associated with the purchase.
If you need help please email heidi@snappy-tots.com.

These are all made from @redheartyarns super saver.
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In case you didn’t hear… today is going to be In case you didn’t hear… today is going to be the BEST day!!! I woke up to a rare rain storm so instead of emails at my work station bike, I went for a RUN in pouring rain. It was GLORIOUS!!! 

Please comment and tell me how you are going to make this day better. We all can use your inspiration. 

Because of a back injury I had to quit running distance but every once in awhile you just have to run in the rain. 3.2 miles of pure happiness 😁😁😁
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Oila, my coworker, is loving this moment. I lighte Oila, my coworker, is loving this moment. I lightened the first part so you could see her. 🤣😂
…and isn’t that repeating bird awesome? 
#labsofinstagram #adogslife #getoutside
What’s your perfect moment? Right now, mine is What’s your perfect moment? 
Right now, mine is 73 degrees, watermelon, @crimejunkiepodcast, my swing, and working on a new crochet design.
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I got the cutest gnome from my wonderful grandsons I got the cutest gnome from my wonderful grandsons and their amazing parents 🤣 isn’t this the most perfect gnome? He rode right over to say hello to new friends. 
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Our youngest got his permit!! Do you have any new Our youngest got his permit!! 
Do you have any new drivers at your house or remember when you started driving? It’s definitely an experience.

My husband is in the front teaching him to drive and I’m trying to focus on my crochet project 😜

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Free cupcakes! Come get the crochet pattern and wh Free cupcakes!
Come get the crochet pattern and whip up a batch 🥳 they are gluten, sugar, AND calorie free!

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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 right size mesh bag actually asked me if I could make him a utility bag. Now, let me make something clear. My husband is super picky about things and everything has to be manly. No fufu stuff in his supplies. I was seriously SHOCKED that he asked. 

We were on a trip to Mt. Rushmore at the time and I quickly got to work… with his input of course. He requested a contrasting drawstring that would be easy to see and find the opening. He was THRILLED with the result and it was just what he wanted! MAJOR SUCCESS!

Update: He used it all last summer and fall. This year, as we unpacked the trailer for the new season, he order 2 more bags! I love it!

 

Other Uses

  • Sweaty Sporting Equipment
  • Stinky Fish
  • Ok, clean stuff too like fruit, stuffed animals, shoes and more.

 

Dirty Jobs Utility Bag

Please add this to your Ravelry favorites. CLICK HERE for the Ravelry listing.

 

Materials

Red Heart Crochet Nylon Size #18. 300 yards black (2 @150 yards each), 30 yards red (or contrasting color)

Crochet Hook: K (6.5mm)

Yarn Needle for weaving in ends.

Measurements: 14″ across top x 18″ tall. Base is 9″ across.

 

Directions

  1. With a K hook and 2 strands nylon (black in sample) held together, start with a magic circle of 8 sts (or preferred method or starting a circle of 8 sc sts), pull closed and place marker for working in the round. (8sts)

  2. 2sc in each st to end of round, sl st to join. (16sts)

  3. hdc, 2hdc in next st, repeat to end of round. (24sts)

  4. hdc 2, 2hdc in next st, repeat to end of round. (32sts)

  5. hdc 3, 2hdc in next st, repeat to end of round. (40sts)

  6. hdc 4, 2hdc in next st, repeat to end of round. (48sts)

  7. hdc 5, 2hdc in next st, repeat to end of round. (56sts)

  8. hdc 6, 2hdc in next st, repeat to end of round. (64sts)

  9. hdc 7, 2hdc in next st, repeat to end of round. (72sts)

  10. Sc, sl st. This is new beginning of the round. ch 8, sk 3, sl st in next st, repeat to end of round, working last sl st in first space created. (18 windows/loops)

  11. ch 8, sl st in next space, repeat until sides (open weave) is one inch shorter than desired height. Depending on yarn, the sides might stretch slightly. Note: For the sample I repeated step 11 for 12 rounds.

  12. Ch 1, work 4sc in same loop and in each loop to end of round, sl st to join. (72sts)

  13. This step creates holes/loops for the drawstring. sc 3, ch 1, sk 1, repeat to end of round, sl st to join.

  14. Ch 1, sc in each st and ch 1 space to end of round, sl st to join. 

  15. Keep this step loose. Sl st in each st to end of round. Finish off, leaving long yarn tails. Securely weave these ends in and out of the top rounds to secure the yarn tails. 

 

Drawstring: With a K hook and 2 strands nylon (red in sample) held together, create a ch 36″ long. Finish off and weave in ends. Weave one end in and out of the loops from step 13. Tie the two ends together in a secure knot.

Project complete.

 

 

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  1. Sara says

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    This is really cool, thanks for the pattern! I’ve never worked with nylon yarn before… does it stretch less than cotton? I love crocheted bags but the stretch makes me a little crazy.

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There are over 4 months until Christmas (ahhh that There are over 4 months until Christmas (ahhh that sounds so nice... but dang it! Time will start zooming now!)

A blanket for your special person would be a wonderful present and if you start now you will LOVE having it done. 

This blanket is super easy plus it makes a great stash buster so you can use what you have on hand. 

Free snappy pattern link in my bio or visit: https://snappy-tots.com/free-lap-afghan-crochet-blanket/

Made with @redheartyarns 

#makersgonnamake 
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
#supportsmallbusiness #handmade
#handmadewithjoann #joanns
#crochetersofinstagram #crochetaddict 
#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
Free wash of the week: these monster sponges are s Free wash of the week: these monster sponges are super helpers with the dishes and in the bath. 
Click the link in my bio for quick access to this pattern or visit
https://snappy-tots.com/weekly-wash-20-monster-sponge/ 
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#creativelife  #livecreatively #creativityeveryday #bhooked #craftastherapy #crochetcommunity #crochetedwithlove #crocheters #crochetersofinstagram #crocheteveryday #ilovecrochet #snappytots #makersgonnamake 
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Enjoying some crochet time outside on a gorgeous d Enjoying some crochet time outside on a gorgeous day. Brookie loves the grass and is definitely a summer baby.

#yorkie #crochet #crochetoutside #relaxing #utahsummer
How do you celebrate the Fourth of July? 🇺🇸🍉🧨
The solar light fireworks are one of my favorite decorations for summer and the month of July. They are super easy and quick to whip up so you could have a bunch done for the weekend.

Free pattern on my blog: https://snappy-tots.com/free-pattern-firework-solar-covers/

Made with @redheartyarns super saver.
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#freepattern #freecrochet #freecrochetpattern
#redheartyarns #joycreators #yarnspirations
Ducke is ready for July… are you? This hat and s Ducke is ready for July… are you?
This hat and sweater set is easy to make and can be done in any colors.

I use @redheartyarns for anything I’m going to have outside because it holds up the best!

Free pattern on my blog: https://snappy-tots.com/free-pattern-patriotic-goose-set/
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