Your kids might actually enjoy going back to school with this Silly Monster Crochet Cozy. It comes in bright colors with funky eyes and teeth to put a smile on anyone's face. Make one for the elementary school teachers to keep their apples in or pack it in your kid's lunch so the fruit doesn't get battered. What a cute craft for everyone to appreciate!
If you're wondering where Mary Poppins got her magic bag, this free purse pattern is the answer. The Mary Poppins Inspired Magic Crochet Bag harnesses the magic of T-shirt yarn combined with mesh styling to allow the bag to stretch out to accommodate a smorgasbord of items for those days when you can't get to the car without packing half your house with you.
When you only have a few essentials, though, it still stays cute and perky. The single flower at the bottom gives the whole piece a fresh, vibrant pop, and the color combinations are limitless. This is also one of the best beginner crochet patterns because it only uses two stitches: chain and single.
The Simple Summertime Shawl by @oombawkadesigncrochet is the perfect summer accessory. This lightweight shawl is quick to crochet and uses only 1 skein of Lotus Blossom #shawlinaball by Lion Brand Yarn. The finished shawl measures 60 inches (wingspan) by 31 inches in height. You can alternately wear this pretty shawl as a light scarf with your fall wardrobe. The drape of the fabric will allow it to be worn in many different ways making it a very versatile project. This project was designed as part of the Design Create Repeat August Blog Hop!
I am sure I am not the first one to design a Flag Granny Square, But this is how I designed mine. Ok, Back to the Flag Granny Square Crochet Pattern By Sara Sach Skill: Easy Materials: Hook - H yarn - Worsted Weight ( 4) 1 oz of each - Royal Blue, White, Red and golden Rod I used Red heart Super Saver yarn I had on hand. Needle for weaving in ends Stitches: Chain (ch) Slip Stitch (sl st) Double Crochet (dc)
Send your kids off to school with their pencils tucked into this fun pencil-shaped pencil case. I've always loved the idea of oversized pencils and pens, so I especially love that this oversized #2 pencil can carry its own supplies - fun and functional!
Crochet a cute backpack upcycled from old socks. This is a neat way to reuse your old and unwanted materials. Start out by turning the socks into yarn and then working your way into the crochet backpack.
The yarn I used is called Caron Simply Soft in Gold Ombre. I love the flow of the shades of gold and orange. It reminds me of a goldfish with the reflection from the water shimmering on it. I put the skill for this pattern at easy because it is basically rows of repeat with increases. And I think you will find that it stitches up pretty fast.
A beautiful 8" x 8" afghan block with photo tutorial.
If you are looking for a textured purse pattern, but you are too lazy sewing things and add a lining, this Handy Dandy pencil case pattern just fit for you to try. It's also perfect to use as a cosmetic bag and keep your crochet hooks. "This is an alternative crochet pattern who hates sewing lining to a crochet bag and purses. But this pencil case is thick enough to hold the stuff in it even without the lining
