The One Skein Keyhole Scarf is a classic and lovely, stylish design with a great simple stitch which looks great in a bulky yarn. The scarf provides warmth during cool weather and the keyhole feature keeps the scarf in place. The scarf works up quickly and would be an ideal last minute gift for a birthday or holiday present. . . . Materials: Lion Brand Homespun (6 oz., 185 yd), Gemstone Stripes (color discontinued) or other bulky #5 yarn, 1 skein K-10.5, 6.50 mm crochet hook Size: 8” x 52” Abbreviations: (US terms) Ch – chain Hdc – half double crochet Dc – double crochet St – stitch Notes: Turning…
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Crocheting and Preparing for Christmas
Crocheting and preparing for Christmas — In mid-July I posted an article about how I get ready for a craft fair and Christmas. I’d like to say I followed through with all my plans, but as I mentioned in the article, that doesn’t always happen. Sometimes life just gets in the way and plans get changed, dropped or just forgotten. The first task on my list was completed – to review my patterns to see what I hope to crochet this year. My stack of patterns is pretty much in the same spot on my desk as they were in July. I also mentioned I found a pattern for Thanksgiving…
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Mini Word Game Stuffie Crochet Pattern
Mini Word Game Stuffie. Do you play or know someone who plays the word game, Wordle? I play it every morning – I’m addicted. ;’) According to Wikipedia, “Wordle is a web-based word game created and developed by Welsh software engineer Josh Wardle. Players have six attempts to guess a five-letter word, with feedback given for each guess in the form of colored tiles indicating when letters match or occupy the correct position.” This Mini Word Game Stuffie pattern was inspired by the word game. The pattern is crocheted in single crochet stitches and requires a minimum of color changes. The vertical and horizontal lines are surface crochet slip stitches…
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National Granny Square Day
In celebration of National Granny Square Day, I’m going to post 5 Great Granny Square crocheted and designed by other crocheters. Every time I see these squares I start thinking of how I could use them in a design or a gift to someone (or me!). The first is The Solomon Crochet Square by Joanita Theron Designs. I love the design – the colors and stitches seem to burst out and I just want to touch the textures. . And look at the texture in this square! Tropical Delight by Susan A. Stevens. . . Now look at the simplicity and detail of this darling granny square – the Sue…
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Christmas Gift Bag Crochet Patterns
Quick Christmas Gift Bags. If you are looking for quick and easy gift bags, here are five bag patterns that are perfect for small presents.
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July Christmas Crochet Projects
July is the month to start thinking about Christmas Crochet Projects
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Ashleigh Granny Square Crochet Pattern
Looking for another project? Interested in crocheting a granny square, but not the classic granny square? Try this Ashleigh Granny Square Crochet Pattern. The Ashleigh Granny Square can be crocheted in one, two, three or four colors and would be a great stash buster. Different colors will give the square a different look – experiment! Click here to see how I used the Ashleigh Granny Square in my Wheelchair Bag. Beginners and advanced crocheters will love crocheting this square as only basic stitches are required and it works up quickly. .. Ashleigh Granny Square . . Materials: Square size: 5 ½” Abbreviations: (US terms) ch – chain sc – single…
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Wheelchair Bag Crochet Pattern
Wheelchair Bag. A few weeks ago, my mother-in-law transitioned to a wheelchair from a rollator. The rollator had a large basket below the cushioned seat in which she could keep her tissues, keys, phone, crackers and napkins. The wheelchair was missing any kind of storage so I created a small bag to hang on the arms of the wheelchair. Since she does not roll herself, the bag could hang on the outside of the chair just below the arm. If she rolled the wheelchair, the bag would fit next to her on the inside of the chair. One of my MIL’s dinner friends asked if I could make her a…
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Simple Dish Scrubby Crochet Pattern
Crochet the Simple Dish Scrubby with less than 20 yards of scrubby yarn.
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5 Great Baby Bootie Crochet Patterns
Looking for a cute baby shower gift? These 5 Great Baby Bootie Crochet Patterns darling baby sandals and booties are perfect for baby’s first summer. They work up quickly and use little yarn. You could easily crochet several pairs in assorted colors and styles in no time at all. Once you make one pair of little booties, you will want to make more! In addition to a lovely gift for a new baby, these little cuties would be a great gift to donate to a hospital or other charity. . . 5 Great Baby Booties . Baby flip-flops sandals from Whistle & Ivy. “These sweet little baby shoes only take…
