Squares and Blocks
To begin with, you'll learn how to work up the spike cluster stitch. When you take the time to learn it, it will be useful for any project. Undoubtedly, it is particularly useful for blankets, scarves and throws. In fact any project that has a prominent surface can be a great background for this. Moreover, you can use a single color, many colors or combine numerous shades of one color. A stunning final effect is guaranteed.
The full article about this pattern is on knittingparadise.com blog (you have to scroll the conversation down to get to the pattern):
Spike Cluster Stitch Purse
Squares and Blocks
Next, here is a project that will take your spike clusters to the next level. You'll need to get 3 colors of yarn, a zipper and some fabric. This purse is large-ish, at approximately 10″ x 4″. Thus, it is of perfect dimensions to find all those annoying little “noseeums” that are forever getting lost in the folds of the handbag..
Surface crochet makes a difference
Squares and Blocks
In this tutorial made by Lilla Bjorn’s Crochet World you will learn how to make a perfect surface crochet on a round coaster. Simply by adding a simple round decor, you will get totally different elegant coasters and a coaster pattern is also included.
Magic Spike Mandala Square
Squares and Blocks
The Magic Spike Mandala Square's smooth design and gorgeous details will have you hooked! Learn how to crochet a granny square with a cool mandala design. You'll love the vibrant colors of this intermediate granny square which uses a special stitch. Instructions for the special stitch are included. You could use this pretty granny square pattern to make an afghan, purse, or pillow. The creative design of this crochet mandala is modern and stunning.
Surface Crochet
Squares and Blocks
When you get the base made, any decorative shape will be possible. You just make a form form a paper sheet and away you go..
Free Crochet Pattern Lacy Granny Square
Squares and Blocks
This is a fantastic lacy granny square thats so versatile. The Lacy Granny Square Free Crochet Pattern has a very openwork design, making it a great choice for lightweight, lacy projects, such as scarves and shawls and even wall hangings. You can crochet this square quickly. Its a solid color and that offers many possibilities. There are so many things that you can do to tweak the basic crochet square. You can also combine squares of different colors for a patchwork effect. The basic granny square pattern becomes something entirely special.The links for the free patterns are provided below photos. Happy crocheting.
