The Joyful Josie Shawl is inspired by my dear friend Josie (10) who has the same condition as me. Josie is a competition swimmer; just like I was at her age. Therefore I chose a yarn cake that has blue tones - the color of water. I used a simple stitch which is a combination of single crochet and double crochet stitches on top of each other, which gives a beautiful texture. For the shape I chose a round crochet shawl design based on the waves in the water. Thanks to the round shape the shawl can be worn in different ways: like a normal scarf/ shawl or as a wrap around the shoulders.

If you love layering pieces then you will enjoy the Get Comfy Crochet Cardigan Pattern. Here is why I love this style of crochet, especially for beginners. It's made flat, no need to join and work in the round. The crochet cardigan is created in one piece. No increasing or decreasing! This Get Comfy Crochet Cardigan Pattern has a video tutorial to guide you through each step. Options for Sleeves! Love wide or ribbed? This pattern has both. What's better than a nice cotton yarn for the summer and even fall months. Crochet layering pieces are essential to have in a wardrobe. This Easy One Piece Cardigan has options for short or long, wide puff or narrow ribbed sleeves, ribbing or no ribbing. It's a choose your own adventure of crochet!

This is one more cute and beginner friendly hat that I crocheted last year for my husband. As you see the hat can be done for women as well. For this hat I was using medium worsted weight yarn and 4.5 mm crochet hook. You are free to use any yarn you like, just check my video tutorial to understand how to change the size if you have different gauge. My also one recommendation to use natural and warm yarn

If you have ever wanted to learn how to crochet, a bow is a great place to start. It is a quick project and small so that you won't get discouraged as a beginner. It involves easy crochet stitches that look hard but are easier than you think. Add a clip on the back and you can use the bows for anything, a little girls bow, for a bag, or a string for a bow tie.

Aren't doily patterns complex to make? Well, most of the time, yes! Guess what?! This is an easy crochet tablecloth doily pattern that is very nice looking, cute and easy to do. The rounds are very typical with a steady increase in the number of stitches. But what makes this tablecloth so special, is the flower framing. In my set, I used blue yarn to make the flowers, but I also tried making multiple colors and it looked even better. If you're interested to try a rectangular or a square shape versions of this doily, please comment to let me know.

The Single Skein Tulip Scarf is the perfect pattern to make for the spring and summer months. Worked in double crochet using any variegated yarn of your choice, this colorful crocheted scarf features a beautiful light and lacy fan design that's sure to complement any outfit. It is crocheted lengthwise and the finished scarf measures 4.5 inches wide and 56 inches long. Of course, it's easy to adjust the size if you want. All you need is one skein of yarn to work up this free crochet pattern.

This cute crochet cardigan uses fun marled yarn and simple, easy crochet stitches for a quick sweater project for beginners. Whether you are brand new to crochet, or just looking for a cute light sweater, this is the pattern for you! You can find the Large size available for free on the blog, with some general notes about sizing up or down. There's also a fully sized version available on Ravelry. Crochet your first cardigan with this easy pattern!

This waxing crescent moon pillow is perfect for catching some ZZZs during your next trip, or to use as decor in a nursery. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows, increasing, seaming, embroidering eyelid (with link to video tutorials) Special stitch: sc2tog (with written instructions and link to video tutorial in pattern) Skill Level Easy Finished Size Approximately 14” (35.5 cm) tall x 5” (13 cm) wide before stuffing. Materials Red Heart Soft yarn (100% acrylic, 5 oz/141 g, 256 yd/234 m) - 1 skein each in 4601 Off White (CA) and 9518 Teal (CB), or approximately 200 yd (183 m) in CA and 5 yd (4.5 m) in CB in any medium weight yarn. US Size F-5/3.75 mm crochet hook, or any size needed to obtain gauge. Fairfield World Poly-Fil Premium Fiber Fill - 20 ounce bag. Yarn needle. Stitch markers. Gauge 20 sc = 4” (10 cm). Exact gauge is not required for this pattern. Stitches should be small so fiber filling doesn't show.

When I first started crocheting, I used to look at the works of other fiber artists and admire them so much, I would imagine myself creating things like them. This doily is the first that I designed and crocheted. I was inspired by the simplicity and geometrical shapes of Anatolian motifs. It has a pretty easy pattern to work with. Hope you enjoy it and please be sure to let me know if you have questions or problems. Happy crocheting!