Free Crochet Pattern: Christmas Tree Ornaments

These ornaments are perfect for hanging on the Christmas tree, stringing into a garland, or topping a present. It's a free crochet pattern that's so quick!

Looking for a quick project to add a little handmade touch to your holiday décor? These cute ornaments are perfect for hanging on the Christmas tree, stringing into a garland, or topping a present. This is a free, beginner-friendly crochet project for those who are new to amigurumi (crochet plush toys or décor). This pattern includes three different… read more

Crescent Shawl Crochet Pattern: Amarie

Amarie is a crochet pattern for a light and lacy crescent-shaped wrap. It's worked in two colors of stripes in varying widths. Download the pattern today.

Amarie  is a crochet pattern for a light and lacy crescent-shaped wrap. It’s worked in two colors of stripes in varying widths. The pattern is written in US crochet terms and includes 3 pages of written instructions and photographs. Download the pattern now. To work a two-color shawl as pictured, you’ll need about 400 yards of light fingering weight yarn… read more

The Making of the Spill Crochet Shawl

Curious about the specifics on how the Spill crochet shawl is constructed and stitch counts configured? Here I share the details of my design process.

The Spill crochet shawl is a crescent shape with a pattern worked in rows. It uses simple stitches: single crochet, double crochet, slip stitch. The pattern incorporates short rows on one side of the shawl so that the color shifts of the yarn (or stripes, if using multiple yarns) are off-center. Even though the design is simple, you can yield some dramatic… read more

Free Crochet Shawl Pattern: Spill

Spill is a shawl worked in rows in a gradient yarn, with short rows used to create a gradual, off-center color change. Crochet it with a long color-shifting yarn, or use a few different colors to create asymmetrical stripes.

Crochet your own eye-catching lace shawl with this free pattern. Spill  is a shawl worked in rows in a gradient yarn, with short rows used to create a gradual, off-center color change.  Crochet it with a long color-shifting yarn, or use a few different colors to create asymmetrical stripes. The finished shawl is a crescent shape that measures about 48”… read more

Crochet Men’s Scarf Pattern: Parquet

Parquet is a triangular crochet scarf with a textured wooden pattern, created using post stitches. A unique and visually striking accessory for men and women.

Parquet  is a triangular crochet scarf, with a textured wooden pattern that’s created using post stitches. It’s an intermediate-level pattern worked in sections, with each section worked perpendicular to the last. A unique and visually striking accessory for men and women. Finished scarf measures about 45” wide and 21” deep. It uses just one skein of Madelinetosh Prairie yarn, but… read more

How to Block Lace Crochet

Blocking lace crochet is a wonderful way to finish your work and enhance your project's stitch design. Here's the simple 3-step process that I use.

When you block a lace crochet item, your project has a more finished look and the stitch design is enhanced. Blocking knit and crochet items opens up the stitches to give the pattern more definition. You can use blocking to define points for a more distinct shape. It also helps the finished item conform to the expected dimensions. It can help that sweater fit better or… read more

Free Crochet Hat Pattern: Ready for Santa

With this quick and free crochet stocking cap pattern, your little one is ready for their first visit from Santa! Adorable on any little boy or girl.

Make a fun and festive stocking cap for your toddler this season with this FREE crochet pattern. This girl is ready for her first visit from Santa! Your little one can be too, with this simple pattern that looks just adorable on any little boy or girl. The brim is really fluffy, but it’s so quick and easy. It only takes… read more

Crochet Scarf Pattern: Infinite Lifelines

Infinite Lifelines is a looped scarf with cool, wavy stripes. Wear it long or wrap it twice around your neck for extra warmth. Download the crochet pattern.

Infinite Lifelines  is a looped scarf with cool, wavy stripes. Wear it long or wrap it twice around your neck for extra warmth. This scarf is crocheted using dk-weight yarn in two colors. The variety of stitches and fun, curvy lines means this project won’t feel monotonous or boring. The pattern is worked in joined rows to form a long tube, but if… read more

Crochet Handspun Shawl: Life, the Universe, and Everything

Life, the Universe, and Everything is an attractive and cozy handspun shawl. I stitched it using handspun yarn and a free, easy-to-follow crochet pattern.

Life, the Universe, and Everything  is an attractive and cozy handspun shawl. I stitched it using handspun yarn and a free, easy-to-follow pattern. The Crochet Shoulder Wrappers group on Ravelry is a very active, friendly, and energetic group of crafters. They have at least three crochet-alongs (CALs) every month, and anyone can participate. It’s a fun way to discover new designs and enjoy… read more

Free Wrist Warmer Crochet Pattern: Flared Cuffs

Add a bit of flare to any wardrobe with this free crochet pattern! These colorful little wrist cuffs peek out from under your sleeves.

Add a bit of flare to any wardrobe with this free crochet pattern! These colorful little wrist cuffs peek out from under your sleeves. These Flared Cuffs work up quickly with just over 100 yards of worsted weight yarn. Great for quick holiday gifts! Download the free pattern here. Pattern: Flared Cuffs Designer: Jenn Wolfe Kaiser Source: Life Adorned read more

Crochet with Handspun

Using my own handspun yarn has made some of my crochet projects even more enjoyable and rewarding.

Using my own handspun yarn has made some of my crochet projects even more enjoyable and rewarding. Single-ply lace weight This delicate scarf was made with baby suri alpaca yarn. Pattern: Alpine Frost Scarf Designer: Amy O’Neill Houck Source: Interweave Crochet Two-ply worsted weight This winter sweater for my thin-furred dog was made with merino wool yarn. I made… read more

Warm Pup Sweater

We have an active dog, but her small frame and thin fur sometimes leave her shivering! This pink pup sweater was crocheted to size using handspun wool yarn.

This crocheted pink pup sweater was stitched to size for my little dog. Mila loves to go anywhere we go. Even though she stays active, her small frame and thin fur sometimes leave her shivering! I chose pure wool for her sweater, so she would still be warm when she gets snow-damp. I’m not sure how this bright,… read more