Hot days and cool nights means it is time for a crochet open weave summer shawl. This pattern uses easy crochet stitches and two fresh yarn colors along with fun fringe to create a beautiful lacy shawl.This shawl is so pretty. It has a lovely drape and the fringe on the ends make it just feel flowy and luxurious. The color of green is so bright and fresh. Reminds me of a young lady that I was thinking of when making this pattern is easy going. She has an infectious, bright, sunny personality.
12 months, 12 squares, and lots of fun tapestry designs. The 2018 Tapestry Square Afghan Project is going to be a fun way to try out the technique and make a fun blanket by December. This month's square is more complicated than the last but in the end you have a fun rain cloud square you can make a few of and make a pillow cover, a bag, a table runner... whatever you can think of to turn this into if you don't want to make an afghan.
A sturdy, no-sew liner keeps your pencils or hooks protected, even when using an openwork stitch pattern for the case. This pattern is part of the Back-to-School Crochet-a-Long with CAL Central. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows Skipping stitches and crocheting in chain spaces Skill Level Easy Finished Size Pencil/Crochet Hook Case: 8.5” (21.5 cm) width x 6.25” (16 cm) height. Materials Lion Brand Jeans yarn (100% acrylic, 3.5 oz/100 g/246 yd/225 m) - 1 skein ea in 108 Brand New (CA) and 150 Vintage (CB), or approximately 60 yd (55 m) in ea of 2 colors in any medium weight cotton yarn. US Size I-9/5.5 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn or tapestry needle with eye small enough to sew through button. Duck Color Duct Tape - 1 roll (1.88” x 15 yd) in Neon Pink, or approximately 1/3 roll of duct tape. Buttons Galore and More Sparkle Buttons - 1-1/8” (3 cm) button in GBX510 Plum, or any 1-1/8” (3 cm) sew through button. VELCRO® Brand Sticky Value Pack Circles and Squares - (3) 7/8” (2 cm) square fasteners. Gauge 1 fantail = 1.5” (4 cm) across in pattern. Exact gauge is not critical for this pattern.
The Garden Lace Shawl blends five unique crochet lace patterns to create an ever-changing yet delightfully well-ordered free crochet wrap pattern on Moogly! I was inspired by the beautiful yarn colors, spring flowers, and warming weather, to put these lace panels into one fresh and breezy garment you can wear all through the changing seasons. The cotton bamboo yarn is unusually drapey, and combined with these openwork patterns, it creates a light and lovely one size fits all crochet shawl!
Celebrate Independence Day with this quick and easy Patriotic Mitered Crochet Afghan Pattern. This modern granny afghan design features a bright red, white, and blue corner block stitch, and the entire project can be any size you want. Easily use the finished project as a holiday table mat, a picnic blanket, or as a shawl to keep you warm as you watch the 4th of July fireworks! With so many ways to use it, this free pattern is a great way to make a quick, home decoration and will help spread some holiday spirit!
The Scalloped Edge Pencil Pouch is just the right crochet project to welcome the start of a new school year, no matter what age you are. From kindergarten to grad school, it's always important to keep from spilling writing utensils every time you have to take notes or do some journaling. The quick and easy design makes these pouches the perfect beginner crochet pattern, while the scallops and button loop make this crochet pouch pattern fashionable. These are so cute, however, that they could also work as a DIY clutch, as they are just the right size to stash a few necessities and go.
The Newness Prayer Wrap crochet pattern is symbolic of gratitude for all the blessings we have received, maybe some disappointment and heartache too. It also inspires hope for new and better things. With the easy four row stitch repeat you will find this a calming pattern to make any time in the year. The wrap is made with a light DK weight yarn, and, which makes it light and comfy. Make it! Wear it! Gift it!
This School Spirit Afghan is great for those going off to college. Crochet afghans are great for keeping you warm in your dorm room and showing off your school spirit. Sport it on a chilly night while watching a game. Afghan measures about 41 x 43 inches.
With school time quickly approaching, I got to thinking about making something functional for kids to use. So, here's my free pattern for a cute, quick and easy project - a Fox Pencil Case. I used worsted weight yarn and a 4mm hook. You could easily change the yarn color to make this a Wolf Pencil Case. Of course if you don't have any school age children, this pattern could easily be used as a Crochet Hook Case, a Toothbrush Case or a Glasses/Phone Case. Hope you enjoy this freebie.
