There's nothing quite like sipping your favorite brew of coffee while getting caught up on the news or gossiping with friends. The next time you sit down to sip a cup of java, consider placing your mug on the Corner to Corner Coffee Granny Square. Featuring an assortment of bright, vivid colors, the crochet granny square pattern is even big enough to double as a coaster for your coffee pot. The crochet corner to corner pattern is fun and easy to make and can be put together as a last-minute hostess gift before heading to your friend's house for brunch.

Calling all beginners to crochet! If you're looking for a pattern that will challenge you to spread your wings (or at least your crochet hooks), then the Pretty Pink Hobo Bag is for you. This pattern is for beginners and includes an assortment of stitches that you'll love trying out, including the half double crochet stitch, double crochet, and even slip stitches. You'll also love the addition of the pretty floral applique as a stylish embellishment. The on-trend crochet hobo bag is the perfect gift idea for the fashionista in your life, but don't forget to make one to keep!

This free crochet pattern is for a pocket shawl with a detachable hoodie. This pattern is made using the suzette stitch and Feels Like Butta yarn from Lion Brand and includes a video tutorial for the stitch. The detachable hoodie can be attached or removed depending on your mood, style, or weather. This pocket shawl can be worn throughout the year. Use it as a wrap on cool summer nights or as an extra layer of warmth during the colder months.

This Farmhouse Country Heart Towel Topper is full of rustic charm - perfect as gifts or to decorate your own home at Valentine's Day or any time of the year! Made from two heart panels that are worked from the bottom up in easy single crochet with a plastic ring crocheted into the back panel. This creates an inside hidden loop to hang your towel for easy removal! Makes for easy washing and drying! Works up quickly so perfect for craft bazaars or to make up for gifts. A great two-for-one pattern as one heart panel made in cotton yarn makes great potholders or dishcloths as well.

The Seaside Blanket is a must to celebrate any new arrival or to size up and treat yourself to. The twisting of squares creates a beautiful centre panel texture like the waves of the sea and and the pops of colour around the border are just perfect to remind you of deck chairs, sand and ice cream The magic of this blanket is the texture you get from all the little square motifs. They are all exactly the same but then to join them you just simply rotate each one as you join so that the pattern detail is facing a different way each time.

I explain the bobble stitch method in my pattern below, to start the pattern. First you see the special stitch. I mention the lining too. Enjoy and test the pattern.

The Winter Wishes Wrap is the perfect alternative to wearing a bulky coat during any special occasion such as Prom, winter formals, winter weddings, holiday parties, etc. But you always have the option to use any yarn you like to create a wrap for everyday wear. This pattern is an easy one row repeat. The stitches you need to know are single crochet and double crochet. You also have to double crochet 4 together. Instructions are also given for adjusting the width and length, which is perfect if making this for a smaller or larger person.

This lovely Lattice Stitch Crochet Dishcloth would make such a wonderful housewarming gift if you want to give something personal and practical! You'll need one ball of 100% cotton yarn, H crochet hook, a yarn needle, and scissors to complete this crochet pattern. Unlike other dishcloths, this one's beautiful stitching makes it totally unique. If you know your hostess's kitchen decor colors, you can even add a thoughtful touch by matching the yarn color to them! Become an expert in the lattice stitch with this low-key project that will be sure to impress!

This child's blanket can brighten up your home, or serve as a throw for an adult. This blanket was designed to fit the size requirements for Project Night Night's Night Night Packages for homeless children. Skills used: Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet, Working in rows, Increasing, decreasing by skipping stitches, and crocheting into chain spaces.

It seems that crochet tote bags are every where these days! Are you looking for one to show off a little Canadian Pride while out and about this summer? Look no further! It is simple, worked primarily in single crochet stitches, and uses a little bit of colour work in order to create a maple leaf on the front. A colour chart is provided to help show you where the colour changes are in the pattern.