The One Cup at a Time Coaster pattern works up really quick, uses a fun stitch combination and your finished project is useful to have around. The coasters can be added to a gift, it's that handmade touch everyone loves to receive. The pattern uses a sports weight (#2) yarn and a G (4.25 mm) crochet hook. However, if you have a different yarn weight around, go ahead and give that a try as well. You finished coaster may come out bigger, or thicker, but it will still work.
Spring is a great time to bring sunshine into our homes and what a better way than through colorful crochet towels. There is also a video that goes along with these and several matching items so you can make a set. Materials Yarn: Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie Cotton Yarn Chick Sample colors: Brite Orange (20 yds), Sunshine Ombre (153 yds), Lemony (40yds); Bunny Sample Colors: Brite Pink (20 yds), Popsicle Brights (153 yds), White (40 yds) Crochet Hooks: G, H, I Miscellaneous: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, one 3/4” button Optional: 2 small black buttons for eyes, sewing needle and thread, embroidery floss or crochet cotton for smile
It happened. I was minding my own business… and I saw it. Cat potholders! But the potholders I saw had plastic eyes and a nose and was for decoration only, because, hello, plastic will melt! What?! Who does that?! If I'm making a potholder, you can bet you can actually use it to take a hot pot out of an oven! Or display it if you want. And speaking of melting, here's a little tip… if you use acrylic yarn, it probably WILL melt. So this potholder is made out of cotton yarn and is double thick to help protect your hands from the heat.
The Rustic Sunflower Towel Topper is a free crochet pattern on my blog. Unique construction with a 3” ring crocheted into the back panel allows the towel to be removable for easy washing. A set of three patterns that will all be released to the blog - towel topper, coaster and pot holder. This set will brighten up your home with bright cheer! So easy and quick to make - perfect for your own home, as a housewarming gift or to make for craft fairs. Who can resist sunflowers? Approximate finished size - 7” round Video tutorial provided for the sunflower petals as well as how to make a perfect circle. Worked in the round in 2 panels which are then crocheted together.
Based on a quilter's block pattern, create a colorful dish scrubby that combines cotton and textured yarn for a multi purpose cleaning. Each dish scrubby consists of 4 motifs that are joined together to create a quilt-like block pattern. The four motifs are fun to rearrange to create a multiple of block patterns. Step by step YouTube video available. Dish cloth is 5 3/4” x 5 3/4” and calls for one skein of Red Heart Scrubby and Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie yarn.
If you have ever burned yourself on a hot pot handle on the stove, you know exactly why you need this Pot Handle Cover! It is great for seasoned cooks, or even just to have around in the kitchen.
Bluebirds are known for bringing happiness, so crochet yourself this Bluebird Potholder! This cheerful kitchen accessory is sure to brighten up anyone's kitchen or dining room. This free crochet pattern is stitched in single crochet and includes both a color chart and row count instructions. It would make a great gift for new neighbors!
This crochet dishcloth features an easy stitch that makes a beautiful texture. The pattern is available as written instructions and as a crochet chart.
There's something special about an August Summer Day. The leaves are lush and green. The sun warms the air and I feel just like soaking up all the last bit of summer goodness. And that's kind of how I feel about this beautiful, yet simple sunflower wine cozy. Maybe you'd like to make this sunflower wine cozy for someone you love. They are just too much fun to make. They look good when they are done and they make for a nice gift! If you haven't made a wine cozy yet, you should give it a try; you just might get hooked!
