Fall in love with cowls all over again. This Bean Stitch Cowl Crochet Pattern is a project to obsess over. The gorgeous bean stitch is a cousin of the puff stitch, and the tendency of this stitch to lean creates pretty diagonal rows. If you're in the mood to try a new stitch, the bean stitch is too pretty to pass up.

This free baby owl hat crochet pattern features sizes Newborn through 1-2 Years. It's a simple project to work up with super cute results, making it an excellent baby shower gift or something quick to work up for cold winter months. This pattern calls for bulky (5) weight yarn and size 6.0mm (J) crochet hook (or use whatever size is needed to achieve gauge). Sizes included are Newborn, 0-3 Months, 3-6 Months, 6-12 Months, and 1-3 Years.

Calling all crocheters who are pressed for time! This crochet pattern is for you.

From the blogger: Okay, so you need a blanket, but you've only got one weekend to make it. Or, maybe you've got plenty of time, but you are new at crochet. Or, it's for a special gentleman in your life so it has to be simple and 'manly' enough for him. You can get satisfy all three of these needs with the Super Soft Granite Blanket! This simple pattern includes instructions for six different blanket sizes, along with yardage and specific color schemes for each size.

Adorable mini hanging baskets are great for your wall or your desk. Besides being cute these baskets are the perfect scrap yarn project requiring less than 1 ounce of your favorite worsted weight yarn. These baskets are so useful and can be made even sturdier by putting them around a small can. Use them to hang your hooks in your crafts space or hold your pens on your desk. They can also be folded down and made even mini-er!

This free crochet heart pattern includes three different size hearts that you will not want to stop making once you start. Use them to make bunting or a garland, add some dimension to a card, or sew as an applique on another project. These are a perfect addition to Valentine's Day decorations in a classroom or at home. Or you could make them in a rainbow of colors and decorate a bedroom or playroom with them.

If you love how warm a good pair of mittens keeps your hands, but sometimes you just need to text a loved one, then follow this Narrow Steps (Apache Tears) Glittens Pattern for all your versatile hand-warming needs! Need to pay for your morning coffee but it's negative 20 out? Glittens. Need to slide, swipe, or dip your train pass but the snow is starting to come down? Glittens. The pretty "Apache Tears" stitch crochet pattern adds a touch of texture to these crochet glittens, and you can change up the color scheme to coordinate with your winter coat and hat.

Looking for crochet glove patterns? This pattern for women's shorties gloves is a great one to try if you need a new pair of gloves. Use them while you work on your garden! Why buy a pair when you can make your own today?

What is the quickest afghan you have ever made? Try this 3 Hour Afghan and you will be surprised at how quick it grows. You might take a little more time if you want it bigger, but I assure you that it will grow super quick. The chunky yarn, the huge hok, the easy stitch pattern, all these make it the perfect Afghan for a last minute gift. Made with the Bernat Blanket yarn, it is as squishy as it gets.

If you're looking for a beautiful blanket that can rival dusk itself, check out the Ombre Textured Blanket. This blanket has beautiful shades of white, peach and dusty rose creating a gradient throughout the length of it. With a vast array of special stitches such as the Even Berry Stitch and Waitcoat Stitch, this blanket is truly something special. It's created using the Plymouth Encore Worsted Yarn which is an acrylic/wool blend adding softness without sacrificing durability. It's luxurious and cozy, and comes in vibrant shades as are used in this pattern.