National Granny Square Day is August 15th - a day dedicated to crocheted granny squares.
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Christmas Wreath Ornament Crochet Pattern
. . . Christmas in July! Are you looking for a lovely small wreath ornament that is easy and quick to crochet? I love this Christmas Wreath Ornament and have made several very quickly in worsted weight #4 yarn and mercerized cotton, and I prefer the mercerized cotton as it gives the wreath ornament a smooth, elegant finish. The pattern calls for simple single and double crochet stitches. . . Materials: Lion Brand 24/7 100% Mercerized Cotton (green, white and red) G / 4.00 mm hook Elastic hair band (2”) Yarn needle Scissors Abbreviations: (US terms) Ch – chain Sc – single crochet Dc – double crochet Sl st –…
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Crochet Challenge – Daily Tasks to Complete
Have you ever participated in a Crochet Challenge?
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Pastel Posies Silverware Holder
I am so happy to let you know that my cutlery holder pattern was published in the online magazine, I Like Crochet. The pattern, Pastel Posies Silverware Holder, is a quick and easy project – you could crochet a set of four in a weekend. From the magazine, “This delightful project features three cheerful flower appliques – yellow, pink, and blue – adorning the of a simple pocket, creating a fresh, spring-inspired look for your dining table.” The Pastel Posies Silverware Holder is crocheted with Lion Brand 24/7 cotton yarn (one skein of ecru, yellow, pink, blue and grass) and an F/3.75 mm hook. . Posies up close. . .…
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Not Quite Solid Granny Square
This Not Quite Solid Granny Square is a lovely small motif that could be used in all kinds of projects: bags, cardigans, vests, scarves, pillows, blankets, cushions and more…. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, the clear and easy to follow instructions will guide you through the steps to a gorgeous granny square. . Materials: Yarn scraps or other yarn of your choice (sample was made with Lion Brand 24/7 100% cotton) G/4.00 hook or specific to yarn Size: 4” Abbreviations: (US terms) Ch – chain Sc – single crochet Dc – double crochet Dc cluster = 3 dc Sl st – slip stitch Notes: Instructions ch…
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My crochet mistake and why I didn’t frog it.
My crochet mistake and why I didn’t frog it. Lately I have been crocheting what I call ‘little guys.’ Some call them ‘smalls’ or ‘plushies.’ I like to make quick and easy items for the holiday bazaar coming up in November. This cute little octopus works up fast and is fun to make. , When I was finished and had all loose ends taken care of, I realized my crochet mistake — I had crocheted seven tentacles instead of eight. Some smart youngster would surely tell me I should have eight tentacles if I took this to the bazaar. So, I set it aside while I debated about frogging or…
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Crochet hint – joining stitches at the end of a round
While looking at Pinterest this morning, I came across a picture of a crocheted circle with directions on where to join stitches at the end of a round. Years ago, before I knew better, I often ended a round by working a slip stitch into the chain stitch at the beginning of the round. The result was an awkward looking join. . . For more help and hints, click here to go to an article, “Counting Crochet Stitches and Rows: Your Beginner Questions Answered” by Sigoni Macaroni. . . Have a great week! Kathy
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One Skein Cuffed Fingerless Mitts
If you need a quick crochet project, try these simple fingerless mitts. These mitts are very easy to crochet and would be a great project for beginners or a quick, last-minute gift -- taking less than a skein of yarn, a couple of hours and crocheting single and double crochet stitches.
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Libbie Granny Square Panel Bag Crochet Pattern
Happy New Year! Last January I started the year with the announcement of my pattern for the Libbie Granny Square Panel Bag being published in the online magazine, I like Crochet. That post had a link to the published pattern. Many, many thanks to Cascade Yarns for supplying the yarn for this project. Well, time flies and before I knew it, I forgot to post the pattern here on my own blog! The Libbie Granny Square Panel Bag is a small shoulder bag measuring 10.5″ x 12″ and can be completed in a weekend. The two sides of the bag are crocheted in the same design: “a strip of three…
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Merry Christmas!
. Hello everyone, I hope this past year was a good one for you. Our family is well, it but has had its ups and downs like everyone else. Hopefully with the new year, things will settle down and we can get back to ‘normal.’ I’d like to thank all of you who have supported me throughout 2023 – blog readers and those who purchased my patterns from Etsy and Ravelry. I am always humbled that someone likes my designs enough to buy and even more when they send me an email or message with kind comments. Thank you, again. Have a wonderful Christmas. Safe travels if on the move…
