Earlier this summer I got to spend some time in the southwest of the US, and that trip inspired the Capulin Cross Body Bag! The Capulin Cross Body Bag is made using the tapestry technique - you crochet over the unused yarn, and then switch colors (repeatedly) over the course of each round, creating images and shapes! A video tutorial is included for all the techniques used in this pattern. I hope you enjoy it!

Work up something new with this No Beginning Chain Basket Throw. Even though it uses bulky yarn, it's light for summer because of the chainless crochet. I bet this is one of the easy crochet blanket patterns that you've never tried before, because it's not like the rest of them. You don't start off with a typical chain stitch- you actually do the opposite! Find out what it means to make a crochet blanket with no beginning by following this tutorial.

Granny chic meets viral crocheting in this stylish, stunning, and easy-to-customize Crochet Virus Granny Shawl pattern. This shawl is worked up in a fingering or super fine weight yarn and is a stylish way to try your hand (or hook) at a virus crochet pattern. These motifs build on top of each other, making it easy to create a pattern that is just your size! The beauty of the Crochet Virus Granny Shawl is that the finished size can be completely customized based on the number of repeats you chose to complete. Work up a large (and so cozy shawl), or find a stopping point earlier for a more dainty or petite shawl.

Crochet this adorable sheep purse for the little girls in your life. It would be a sweet Easter gift, great for every day use.

Use light worsted weight yarn to complete this Crocheted Shell Ripple Afghan. It can be made in any size you desire; for your convenience, five widths are included in the pattern directions. The pink and grey colors are perfect for girls of any age.

When Red Heart debuted it's An Italian Story yarn line, I couldn't wait to get started designing with it! The Ombra caught my eye right away - and when I put the pink and orange colorways together, they immediately reminded me of a beautiful sunrise - and that inspired the Tuscan Sun Wrap! The Tuscan Sun Wrap is a simple, center out, rectangular shawl worked in a four-row repeat. It's easy to customize for your perfect size. And it's easy to memorize, making this the perfect pattern to crochet while traveling the Tuscan countryside - or binging travel shows from the couch!

Correct me if I am wrong, but a girl can never have too many bags, especially when they sparkle like this Sparkly Chevron Bag. This easy crochet pattern only takes a few hours to make. Plus, it's just the right size for your evening's essential items including your cell phone, lipstick, and wallet. This is a great accessory for special occasions such as New Year's Eve and birthday celebrations.

This week on the blog there has been a Fishing Net Blanket and a Mermaid Baby blanket, so let's keep that theme going with now a Marvelous Mermaid Tail Blanket. The Mermaid Blanket is designed for older children (about 3-12 years). This blanket is fun to make and bulky projects are quick projects too. Do you know of a little girl who would love to be a mermaid and can do that while being comfortable snuggled up reading a book or watching tv? The Mermaid Blanket uses basic crochet stitches to make this design.

The Beautifully Bright Shawl will make your day pop!!! Easy stitching, self striping yarn and a fun edging... Using Red Heart Stripes Yarn.. let the color work be done by this fun, bright yarn.. Whip this great project up in no time! Simple, basic crochet stitches make this a TV binge watching, road trip project. Simple increases make this shawl come together in a perfect to use triangle... I hope you love this as much as I do!