This is a simple motif project transformed into a brilliant, kaleidescope with a palette of 5 complementary colors of yarn. The motif blanket has a delicate floral edging. And the hat and booties feature a 3-dimensional embellished flower that is crocheted into the fabric, not sewn on as a an afterthought. This stunning baby layette features Be So Baby Yarn in colors Violet, Orchid, Princess, Peach and Diva. There is also a 3-part video tutorial for these patterns, too.
Make the trendiest wearable of the season with this gorgeous pocket shawl pattern. Made with modern granny squares, this unique shawl will be a hit with all your friends and customers. To make this pattern, you'll want to have a good understanding of how to read crochet patterns. There are plenty of pictures to help you along! You'll make 7 quick granny squares, seam them together, add some squishy ribbing, granny pockets and fringe and you're done! Grab your favorite worsted weight yarn and let's get started.
Soft and cozy, this crocheted blanket is the perfect handmade bed blanket for your home. It's such an easy crochet pattern that even someone learning to crochet can make it. The free pattern is for a double-size bed; however, it can be make in different sizes, from a baby blanket to a king-size bed blanket, just by increasing or decreasing the number of foundation chains. For the free pattern along with a video tutorial, visit Needlepointers.com easy and soft crocheted blanket page. Happy Crocheting!
This puff stitch boho coaster is a lovely crochet pattern that is just perfect for any time of the year. Pair the texture with fringe and you have a quick project with fabulous results. These easy crochet coasters fit right in. Pair the puff stitch with the whipped cream yarn color and the fun fringe, and you have a winner in my book. They look so lovely any time of the year on your furniture that you would like to protect. Crochet mug rugs work up quickly and I have designed a few lately. They are just so much fun to make. I can make an entire set of four in an afternoon. Actually, it takes longer to cut the fringe pieces to size and add the fringe, than it does to actually crochet the coaster.
A small container, basket pouch that hangs on a doorknob, or hook to keep clutter under control. Perfect for keys and other small things you want to remember to grab in the morning!
Don't let your girl be a frozen princess during the holidays, keep her warm with this crochet cape coat pattern. This pattern works up surprisingly fast using mostly double crochet. My daughter is at a wonderful age right now. She has just started to enjoy dressing up. She also loves to make herself pretty by putting on dresses, shawls and jewelry. It is just sad when the little ones have to bundle up on Halloween and you don't get to see too much of their costume. The crochet cape coat can be added to any princess costume.
This simple, triangular shawl shines in a self-striping, metallic yarn. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting in the round (for rounded tips), crocheting flat in rows (for rest of shawl) Increasing and decreasing Special stitch: dc2tog (with written explanation in pattern) Skill Level Easy Finished Size Adjustable. Photographed sample has 67” (170 cm) wingspan x 17” (43 cm) spine unblocked. Materials Lion Brand Shawl in a Ball Metallic yarn (61% cotton/34% acrylic/5% other, 5.3 oz/150 g/481 yd/440 m) - 1 skein in 301 Moonstone, or approximately 481 yd (440 m) in any light medium weight yarn. US Size J-10/6 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Locking stitch marker. Gauge 17 dc x 7 rows = 4” (10 cm) in pattern. Exact gauge is not critical for this project.
Made in three colors of worsted weight yarn, this textured pattern makes a 12” square as written, but once you get the hang of the stitch pattern you can use it for tons of other projects, especially blankets and throws. This would be a great way to use up scraps too - grab your favorite neutral for the main color, then fill in the stripes with your leftovers! Simple stitching, and a terrific introduction to front post stitches.
Is your hook ready for a new dishcloth pattern with classy striped and tons of texture? This dishcloth is perfect for scrubbing those dishes or counters nice and clean. You'll need to know how to chain and half double crochet and you'll learn a modified half double crochet stitch in the process. The modified hdc adds all the rich texture and looks complicated but is a super easy stitch. You'll want to use it in many other projects as soon as you learn it.
