Add some blue to your home with this dynamic Ocean Waves Chunky Crochet Blanket Pattern. The vibrant blue and white color scheme is reminiscent of watching ocean waves crash into the shore, and the chunky yarn texture will make the final project feel dense and cozy. Once completed, you can easily use this crochet throw to brighten up a bedroom or living room. If you know someone who loves the color blue, then you could also use this pattern to make them a gift they'll love. Either way, the wave-like ripples featured in this free pattern will remind everyone of a pleasant day at sea!

Colorful, light, and airy, the Desert Sunset Shawl reminds me of my trips to Sedona, Arizona. The red rock structures jutting out above the pine tree forest are beautiful and serene. This is wanted I wanted to portray in this shawl. I strived for a unique design by using a few simple stitches and alternate the stitch pattern in each row. This pattern is made with one skein of Lion Brand Mandala yarn. The colorway I used is called Centaur and it displays a beautiful combination of warm and neutral earth tones.

The Thermal Stitch is by far the best stitch (that I know of) you can use to crochet a thick potholder. It's quite dense and thick - it's basically double the thickness of a normal single crochet. It's perfect for a potholder or anything that needs that extra thickness. When trying this stitch for the first time, the trickiest part is to find the right stitch that you need to crochet into. The whole pattern consists of Thermal Single Crochets (single crochets that are worked into the back loops of current and previous rows together). That's what creates the thickness.

Handbags are the perfect opportunity for stash-busting, and using the Wobbly V-Stitch makes this one fun as well! Using the odds and ends from different projects, this handbag allows you to play with color and patterns. It can be completed in a weekend or on your day off.

Modern crochet baby blanket with squishiness and texture! Use the Granny Spike Stitch in a 2-row colour repeat, to create this beautiful blanket. Fast and easy crochet pattern. You can use any yarn weight to make a smaller or larger blanket, using a matching hook - bear in mind your yardage requirements will vary. • I used a larger than recommended crochet hook to give a looser drape and more texture • Instructions are given to make the blanket in this pattern. You can make a smaller or larger blanket by chaining a shorter or longer foundation chain. Multiple is 4ch (+1)

When I think about being comforted - I always think of my Nana. She really knew how to make me feel safe and cherished and loved. I decided to crochet a traditional granny stitch pattern and make it into my very own comfort shawl. Soft and warm and with a little bit of weight to it, the yarn I chose is perfect for this Comfort Shawl. This shawl can be crocheted in just a few hours - at a relaxed pace, it will probably take you 3 hours from start to finish.

Use your worsted weight cotton yarn to make this ribbed scrubby mitt, handy to use in the kitchen or bath. Makes a really nice gift - it's never too early to start on holiday making! Pattern is worked back and forth flat, and all single crochets are worked in the back loop only to give it a nice ribbed texture. You'll be making 4 pieces and constructing them as the pattern shows, but, no worries, there are pictures to help you along. Merry Making!

Hanging dishcloths are handy to have around and make a great gift. I was playing around with different ideas and wanted something unique. I like how this flips through itself, not needing a button. Materials and Details Yarn: Red Heart creme de la creme worsted weight 100% cotton yarn - one skein solid and one skein variegated Your favorite cotton yarn could be used instead. Crochet Hook: I Miscellaneous: yarn needle to weave in ends Gauge: not necessary for this project

Although we love the bright colors used for this crochet pattern, feel free to customize this Colored Squares Potholder to match your kitchen decor. Use worsted weight yarn and a G hook to complete this free crochet pattern. It's a great gift for new homeowners.

You will love this rainy day rainbow drawstring pouch pattern. It is the first of five rainy day projects I have planned for this upcoming week. Each rainy day project can be completed in a day. The pattern is worked in the round from the bottom up. The bottom circle of the pouch is made in double crochet, and the top and sides are made in half double crochet.