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.

The Clarissa Date Bag is a lovely bag to take on date night, to a church meeting, birthday party, or any other special occasions. The Clarissa Date Bag works up quickly with single crochet and single crochet back loop stitches. The bag measures approximately 10 1/2 wide x 12 high (excluding handles) and is crocheted with worsted weight 4 yarn and an H / 5 mm hook. I purchased the 6' black handles at Joann Fabrics.

I'm seriously falling in love with chevron again, but the texture in this Chevron Flare blanket is what is really doing it. Note that this is a FREE crochet pattern complete with a sizing guide for Baby blanket (30” L x 24” W) up to King (76” W x 80” L), yarn amount suggestions, and convenient pdf for your personal stash. You will want to make this time and time again. Not only is the chevron visually appealing, but this texture is to die for. With this texture, a neutral, solid color throw would be divine.

The Spring Girl Gnome Towel Topper is a companion to the Gnome Towel Topper which is a free crochet pattern. Add braids to the Gnome Towel Topper in spring colors to make this cute and simple project! These towel toppers have a hidden ring which allows the towel to be removable for easy washing. Works up quickly with scrap yarn - a lovely project to add fun and whimsy to your kitchen or to gift to another! Perfect for craft fairs or bazaars as well!

"This simple, triangular shawlette combines two beloved stitch patterns - the “granny” stitch and the v-stitch - with a self-patterning yarn that does the colorwork for you. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows, increasing, skipping stitches, crocheting in chain spaces Special stitches: v-st (with written instructions and linked video tutorial in pattern) Skill Level Easy Finished Size Adjustable. Photographed sample measures 48” (122 cm) wingspan x 26” (66 cm) spine. Materials Red Heart Colorscape yarn (100% acrylic, 3.5 oz/100 g, 187 yd/171 m) - 3 skeins in 6342 Montreal, or approximately 400 yd (366 m) in any medium weight yarn. US Size M-13/9 mm crochet hook, or any size needed to obtain correct gauge. Yarn needle. Gauge 12 sts (including ch-1 sp) in pattern = 4” (10 cm) before blocking. Exact gauge is not critical for this project.

If pink is your favorite color, then check out this Sweet Pink Crochet Blanket Pattern that will be a fabulous piece of home decor. You'll be amazed at how soft the super bulky yarn will make the finished project feel, and the vibrant pink design is sure to brighten up any room! After completing this free pattern, you can use your finished afghan to decorate a bedroom, keep on the couch, or even give to someone who loves the color pink. With so many options, this crochet throw is sure to be a pleasant craft to create.

These bright and cheerful Daisy Coasters are the perfect summertime accessory for your barbecues and picnics. They measure approximately 5" in diameter and are made with worsted weight yarn. Make a handful of them in a variety of colors!

Cat lovers, the Cute Kittens Crochet Tote is a must-have crochet pattern for you. This easy crocheted bag is made using worsted weight yarn (Red Heart Super Saver, to be specific), and features a variety of different crochet stitches including chain, slip stitch, double crochet, and puff stitch. It measures about 14 inches wide and 12 inches long, so it's just the right size to carry with you around town. This free crochet pattern would also make a great gift for the crazy cat lady in your life, or even your family's favorite veterinarian.