This pattern uses US terminology on how to crochet a Christmas wreath. This crochet Christmas wreath is constructed by crocheting around a metal ring. Use your creativity to decorate this wreath in any way you would like; some examples include: an ornament for the tree, door hanger, or wall decor. A bell can be added… Continue reading Crochet Christmas Wreath (Free Pattern)
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Crochet Octo Plush Mini (Free Pattern)
These Octo Plush Minis are just too adorable! This crochet pattern is no-sew and works up quickly, making these octos a great choice for market prepping. These octos can remain as is or made into key chains. This pattern uses US crochet terms. Materials: Bulky 5 yarn (Hobby Lobby's Baby Bee: Adore-A-Ball) 4.00mm crochet hook… Continue reading Crochet Octo Plush Mini (Free Pattern)
Crochet Autumn Pumpkin Coaster (Free Pattern)
Autumn is here and pumpkin season is upon us! This crochet pattern for the Autumn Pumpkin Coaster is a fun, quick make that can be made using left-over scrap yarn. Below is the written pattern and video tutorial to crochet your own. Supplies: Medium 4 weight cotton yarn: orange, green, brown 5.00mm and 5.50mm crochet… Continue reading Crochet Autumn Pumpkin Coaster (Free Pattern)
Simple Crochet Dishcloth (Free Beginner-Friendly Pattern)
I wanted to design a simple pattern that uses the most common, basic crochet stitches. The two stitches that are used in this pattern are the chain (ch) stitch and single crochet (sc). Since single crochet is the first stitch most beginners learn, this makes the Simple Crochet Dishcloth pattern beginner-friendly. Below is the written… Continue reading Simple Crochet Dishcloth (Free Beginner-Friendly Pattern)
Crochet Sunflower Applique (Free Pattern)
Sunflowers are so colorful and bright. Why not bring some of this colorful brightness into a crochet piece. The Crochet Sunflower Appliqué is worked up in just a few rounds and does not require a lot of time or yarn usage to make. It can be a wonderful added accent to other crochet pieces or… Continue reading Crochet Sunflower Applique (Free Pattern)
Crochet Puff Stitch (PS)
The crochet puff stitch may be seen abbreviated as "ps" or "puff". The puff stitch is created by several partially completed stitches worked into one stitch. These partially completed stitches create many loops. The yarn is then pulled through these loops to compact the stitches into a puffy cluster. Typically, the puff stitch ends with… Continue reading Crochet Puff Stitch (PS)
How to Double Crochet Decrease (dcdec)
A double crochet decrease (dcdec) is a technique that is used to join two double crochet stitches together to make one double crochet stitch. The term double crochet two together (dc2tog) is also used to describe this same technique. Both terms, double crochet decrease and double crochet two together, mean the same thing and can… Continue reading How to Double Crochet Decrease (dcdec)
How to Half Double Crochet Decrease (hdcdec)
A half double crochet decrease (hdcdec) is a technique that is used to join two half double crochet stitches together to make one half double crochet stitch. The term half double crochet two together (hdc2tog) is also used to describe this same technique. Both terms, half double crochet decrease and half double crochet two together,… Continue reading How to Half Double Crochet Decrease (hdcdec)
How to Single Crochet Decrease (scdec)
A single crochet decrease (scdec) is a technique that is used to join two single crochet stitches together to make one single crochet stitch. The term single crochet two together (sc2tog) is also used to describe this same technique. Both terms, single crochet decrease and single crochet two together, mean the same thing and can… Continue reading How to Single Crochet Decrease (scdec)
Beginner Crochet: Three Methods to Start Working in-the-Round
Working in-the-round simply means to crochet in a circular pattern instead of back and forth in rows. This technique is used to crochet things such as Amigurumi, the Japanese art form of crocheting and knitting stuffed dolls/animals. Working in-the-round is not limited to just crocheting amigurumi, but is used to make a wide array of… Continue reading Beginner Crochet: Three Methods to Start Working in-the-Round
