Lion Brand Bonbons yarn is used to create this Quirky Crochet Handbag. This DIY handbag tutorial includes techniques for keeping the shape of the bag intact and for preventing the handles from stretching out. You'll also find easy-to-follow instructions for lining the bag, as well. Trendy rhinestone accents and a visually appealing striped design make this multicolored crochet purse the perfect accessory for girls of all ages.

You'll love working up this No Beginning Chain Egg Blanket because you don't have to find the chain stitches. This beautiful crochet design is an easy crochet pattern that uses single crochet and double crochet stitches. The step-by-step crochet instructions are easy to follow, so get started on this free pattern today. This crochet blanket can be made in any size; five widths are given in the crochet pattern instructions.

Crochet patterns don't get much easier than this Simple Triangle Shawl. The beauty of this free crochet pattern is that you can customize the end result to be whatever you're looking for in a shawl. Use the same yarn for the whole pattern, or take this opportunity to use up your leftover yarn scraps. The size can also be customized because you simply repeat the 2nd row until you're happy with the shawl's size. This is a great item to have in your closet because it's quick to throw on if there's a chill in the air.

Ever since designing the Gingerbread Man Towel, I've had many ask if I could design towels that hang the same way for year-round use. The Floral Blooms Hand Towel is the first in a fun, new series of crochet towels. The Floral Blooms Hand Towel makes the perfect gift for Mother's Day and other gift giving holidays! First, you'll begin by crocheting a base for the flower. Next, you'll create the petals on the flower. Lastly, you'll crochet the body of the towel.

Heading to the beach this summer with your kiddos? Hook up the Top This Lil' Beach Bag to create a fun and easy crochet bag for your beachcombers to store all their goodies. Whether holding books and snacks or shells and sea glass, this nifty crochet tote will be your kids' go-to bag this summer.

This C2C Crochet Bunny Baby Blanket pattern is a soft, fun, gender neutral blanket that's perfect for adding character to a baby's room. It will also make for a wonderful welcome gift for a new baby. It is a relatively quick project to finish off since it uses a medium 6, super bulky yarn and the uses a repetitive technique. Even newbie corner to corner crocheters can make this blanket. Get your yarn and hooks ready. It is time to crochet.

Create the most unique item in your closet with this Pretty Pink Mermaid Shawl crochet pattern. Feel like a gorgeous mermaid with the crocodile stitch that is used to work up this crochet shawl. Even beginners can learn this stitch, especially since it becomes more fun as you get used to it. The funky texture of this shawl makes it fun for you to wear in the cold months when the weather can make you feel boring and dreary.

Make your French Press Cozy to keep your coffee warm any time of the day. This French Press cozy is a versatile, green option for not only keeping your favourite beverage warm but also adding a little style and pop to your home decor. Make it from bright cheery colours or subtle earth tones. The choice is yours The French Press Cozy is created in as a flat rectangle using the double crochet stitch with some single crochet and chaining involved. It fastens, either with two buttons held together with chain loops, or with ties. I braided mine.

Not only is the Striped Ombre Tote Bag super cute and stylish, but it's a great stashbuster crochet pattern, too. Grab any 5 colors of yarn you have lying around and make this crocheted bag today. This roomy tote measures 15 inches wide by 14 inches tall, so it's the perfect size to carry around with you anywhere you go. A combination of wrapped stitches and V stitches makes this crochet tote fun to work up