In the Designer's Words: Turn a simple pair of cheap flip flops into some lightweight crocheted slippers/house shoes with this simple tutorial. The cotton yarn makes them perfect for warmer weather!

You will not believe the transformation that happens before your eyes when you learn how to make slippers out of old flip flips. This unexpected free crochet pattern is cheap to make and will last a long time. Unlike other crochet slipper patterns, this charming idea has some serious sole. By adding old shoes in new ways to your crocheting, the Flip Flop Crochet Slippers allow you to make footwear you can wear somewhere besides your home. Never again will you have to switch out of your slippers to step outside for a moment. These would make brilliant beach shoes, too!

When you're little you can never have too many sweet, snuggly friends. Especially when it comes to bedtime. If your child has trouble falling asleep, the Sleepy Bear Pillow is the perfect companion. This cozy crochet pillow is the perfect crossover between a pillow and a stuffed animal. The base of the Sleepy Bear Pillow is made from a round cushion case, crocheted in grey. Then, with two little ears added on top, a cream-colored snout, and some sweet embroidery on the face, your sleepy bear friend can really come to life.

Wipe away the dirt and grime with this Up and Down Crochet Dishcloth. This free dishcloth pattern uses the up and down stitch to make a beautiful cloth for wiping those dirty dishes clean. These cloths are easy to make, and they're absolutely delightful to look at. You'll love how decorative this dishcloth is, as it's a small, but mighty, free crochet pattern that can really add some vibrancy and color to your kitchen. These dishcloths also make great gifts for family, friends, or the new neighbors who just moved in down the block.

The Elf Belly Flatware Holders are a fun addition to your holiday dinner parties! They work up quickly, so it's just as easy to make a set for 4 as it is 16! They are big enough to hold a standard fork, spoon, and knife. Set them beside the plate or on the plate for a beautiful table setting. They would also be great to sell at craft fairs! Also available are Santa, Snowman, and Gingerbread versions.

Everyone loves snowflakes at Christmastime! And this one is more lovable with a photo of a friend or loved one inside. Project uses a small amount of Size 3 yarn and fabric stiffener. Simple stitches (sc, dc, chain, sl st) are used in the round so this is a good project for a beginner just starting out making circles. And to help you even more there is a complete video tutorial to take you from start to finish!

This crochet Valentine's Day garland is made from hearts and snowflakes and will make a beautiful decoration for this sweet holiday! For this garland I've used two previously designed patterns - the crochet heart snowflake and crochet the heart appliques. The snowflake I used for my garland is a beautiful romantic design. It has a heart in its center making it perfect for Valentine's Day! Besides Valentine's Day, this garland would be great for winter birthdays and wedding decorations.

This tea cosy is embellished with crochet pansies. It's a beautiful, feminine accent that adds a touch of spring to any table. This statement piece is also the perfect project for a special occasion gift.

I crocheted things whole of the year to busy myself give you this small girl hat pattern. It's a new idea to crochet the hat, when this hat I crocheted my own daughter I like and share with you, this is an easy way to crochet the hat in my own way and hop you like and appreciate the pattern so much. It is to fit in every pullover and warm your little girl too much. This is super easy and crocheted in a short time. Easy crochet little girl hat perfect for beginner see how to create and idea and how to learn how to change the size of the hat. This hat looks more beautiful with perfect ribbing.

Add a lot of texture and visual interest to a couch, chair, or bed with this round pillow. The pillow will definitely be a statement piece.

You will be able to make this hand crochet throw pillow in no time. The download includes the pattern, a how to hand crochet PDF, and a how to Hand crochet in the Round PDF.