I LOVE the scrubbies that are made from net but it hurts my hands to work with the netting so I designed a scrubbie to hold nylon net scrubbers. There are lots of patterns that crochet around the net. They are wonderful, but I usually buy the dollar store packs of scrubbers and they fall apart quickly. I wanted something I could keep using and just replace the nylon scrubber. Materials Cotton yarn in one or two colors of choice G Crochet Hook Yarn needle, nylon scrubbie

Since the last 2 shawls were so successful, I thought you would want another big shawl to crochet. The Bat-terfly shawl is beautiful but I really like those plus-size shawls that are so great for all sizes! My daughter is 11 but she still grabbed up the shawl all the same and started wrapping it around herself in many different ways! It can be a dress for her or a cowl, scarf, a big poncho, or even a small poncho! For this project you will need 4 mm hook or size G hook. For the yarn, I used a Yarn cake from YarnArt 'Flowers' yarn, color 272 Content 55% Organic Cotton 45% Anti Pilling Acrylic Ball Weight 250 g (8.8 oz) Yarn Weight 1 Fingering Yarn Length 1,000 m (1,093 yd).

This little guy measures 4 inches tall by 2-1/2 inches wide, with a drawstring at the top, and a fold-over cover that the drawstring feeds through. There's also a little loop in the back for attaching to a keyring or cord. It's great for keeping your small crystals or trinkets safe and accessible. I used cotton worsted weight yarn, but any yarn will work as long as you use an appropriate hook size.

There are many variations of wavy crocheting patterns that we often use to create children's blankets, cardigans, blouses and tops. You can learn how to crochet by the example of this one. I tested both a new wavy embossed pattern and a new yarn for myself. In the Tutorial, I started a pattern from a row of tr’s, but I think it's better to start with a row of sc’s. As you wish. Still this pattern is beautiful, if you work it in 2 rows of different colors. Change the color at the beginning of the row which is all of treble crochets. You can try to replace tr with dc, or try to change the number of tr. This pattern - interesting mathematical task. And a wonderful result for any changes! Crochet with Fun!

The neat and tidy dishcloth is a small dishcloth with a handy loop for hanging. For this pattern you can pick two colors of your favorite all cotton yarn. The ribbing of the pattern is created by single crocheting around the front post of the stitches and mitering each row, until it gets smaller and smaller. The dishcloth is finished off with an i-cord edging. These dishcloths take an hour to make and would make great housewarming gifts.

At a garage sale, I scored a crocheted piece that I perceived to be a rectangle shawl, but could have been a table runner. It was comprised of two large granny squares seamed together with a single crochet join. While I was not crazy about the colors and there was some paint that got on it at some point, I was in love with the idea, and took it home as inspiration for this shawl.

This simple little pouch features a fun, trendy chevron pattern, and is perfect for carrying all your essential items! The zipper is attached very easily, and the tassel is a perfect finishing touch. This pattern uses only a handful of stitches and is a perfect beginner's project.

Rainbows are not only in the sky, but also on your bed! A Mile a Minute Rainbow Crochet Afghan will bring sunshine into your room and keep the rain away. This gorgeous blanket looks delicate with the lace-like crochet between the rainbow crochet stripes while being sturdy enough to wrap yourself in after a long day. The variegated yarn makes this crochet afghan a pleasure to work up.

Ever since designing the Gingerbread Man Kitchen Towel, I've had many ask if I could design towels that hang in a similar way for year-round use. The Floral Blooms Hand Towel was the first in a fun, new series of crochet towels followed by the Farmhouse Striped Keyhole Hand Towel. Because crocheters loved the Farmhouse Striped Keyhole Hand Towel, I decided to come up with an even more basic crochet towel design that is suitable for beginner crocheters. This beginner friendly crochet pattern uses basic crochet stitches and techniques.

Lovely layering pieces like this seamless Turquoise Spring Shrug are great to have in your closet. This free crochet pattern features 3/4 length sleeves and is worked up using worsted weight yarn. It's a lightweight crochet design that is great for wearing during the spring and summer months. Step-by-step photos are included in this crochet pattern, and you'll also find directions on how to adjust the arm length to create a perfect fit.