I'm not quite finished with this Chevron Blanket but I wanted to go ahead and put a quick tutorial on how to crochet in a chevron pattern! It's actually much easier than you think. Let me show you a simple technique that will have you crocheting chevrons all year round! So many color combination possibilities and you can coordinate the design with so many holidays and seasons. For this ... continue reading
Ocean Friends Crochet Appliqués: Starfish, Jellyfish, Turtle, and Seahorse
I'm working on a Crochet Chevron Waves Blanket (blanket pattern coming soon!) and after crocheting just a few rows of the blanket I decided that it needed some ocean friends to hang out in the water waves! I originally was going to just make a Starfish but then I was inspired to crochet a few other fish so the Jellyfish, Turtle and Seahorse joined the gang! Below are the written patterns for 4 ... continue reading
Crochet Lemon Tote Bag
When life gives you lemons (and 2020 is throwing us a lot of lemons), crochet a LEMON TOTE BAG! A fun summer accessory for kids or adults! I used Red Heart Super Saver yarn in bright yellow and soft white. The tote is crocheted in two simple pieces and then stitched together. Add embellishments to really make this tote pop! GET THE FREE LEMON TOTE PATTERN HERE This is a pattern I ... continue reading
Crochet Golf Graphghan
I'm calling this a Golf Graphghan but we all know that it also looks a lot like an avocado LOL! So I guess it's a multi-purpose design! My husband and son have been doing a lot of golfing lately... seems like the only thing open these days is the golf course and it's a sport where you can completely social distance as well. I set out to make this graphghan for my son and I may eventually add some ... continue reading
Crochet Cat Paw Chair Socks
I got a new comfy chair for my yarn studio today! I had been sitting on a stool that was hurting my back after hours of crocheting and blogging. So I opted for something a little bigger with a a nice cushion and depth to it so I could really sink in and relax while I stitch. I was nervous that the legs were going to scratch the floor so I quickly crocheted these adorable cat paw chair socks! They ... continue reading
Crochet Halloween Tote Bags
Is Halloween cancelled due to Covid? NO it's not! While my kids probably won't be trick or treating this year, we are still going to decorate, dress up, and have fun as a family! Fill these Halloween Crochet Tote Bags with small toys or treats for the kids. It will bring a smile to their faces! How about a Halloween Scavenger Hunt inside your house? Use these totes to gather the goodies! Lots of ... continue reading