DIAMOND SHAG THROW PILLOW PATTERN

Ready to try a faux fur crochet pattern that won’t drive you crazy??? I love the look of shaggy, furry yarn, but have such a hard time seeing the stitches! I came up with a simple way to use this yarn with increased stitch definition and it makes working with it so much easier.

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WATERMELON AMIGURUMI CROCHET KIT REVIEW | DARN GOOD YARN

Darn Good Yarn sent me this adorable crochet kit to try out and I decided to make some kitty toys with it! Hint: I stuffed a little catnip in with the stuffing 🙂

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SUNSET COWL PATTERN

Add a splash of color to your winter wardrobe! This cowl uses one skein of bulky yarn and works up in a matter of hours – get making!

This chunky cowl works up quickly with bulky yarn and window stitches – perfect for beginners or those looking for a quick winter make.

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SEA MONSTER CHALK BAG PATTERN

The all in one treat bag – chalk bag- costume! Wear it to the crag, or fill it with candy and wear it trick or treating!

This Halloween has inspired me to make a chalk bag that doubles as a costume AND a treat bag! I decided to use Caron Simply Soft yarn because of its softness and sheen. Plus it comes in perfect colors for little sea monsters!

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DOUBLE BRIM CHEVRON BEANIE PATTERN

Chevron stripes, bright colors, soft yarn and a comfy fit make this beanie the best one you’ll make all year!

I used Furls Whims Merino Wool to create a lightweight, but cozy and warm beanie. The pattern is crocheted flat and then seamed up and the chevron motif is incredibly easy – though it looks complex. I loved designing this pattern and am so thankful for the testers I had who perfected it.

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SNOWCAPPED MOUNTAIN BOOKEND PATTERN

Keep your books upright and your door from slamming with an adorable, weighted 3D prism-shaped crocheted mountain.

This little mountain top can stand alone as a piece of art in your home or double as a bookend/doorstop. Easy tapestry techniques will help you make the snowline and keep your crochet neat and tidy. Stuff it with decorative sand or anything heavy you can pad inside.

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BEACHCOMBER MINI-BACKPACK PATTERN

Crochet this Sak-inspired backpack for beach days or nights out that holds all your essentials, while looking chic.

Ever wanted a purse from The Sak? Ever thought you could crochet one that was just as beautiful? Well, you can! And all using only single crochet plus a new, very quick, technique for the strap that you’ll love.

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AMABIE AMIGURUMI PATTERN

This Amabie amigurumi is an ancient Japanese spirit said to cure pandemics such as Covid-19. So crochet more Amabies and spread her healing power around!

This is quite the departure from the usual patterns I design geared toward wearables and the outdoors, but I was just so inspired by a recent 99 Percent Invisible podcast episode, that I had to create my own Amabie.

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TWISTED BANDEAU PATTERN

This easy project can be made in a couple of hours and can be embellished as you wish. The double-layer and sewn in pads will keep you covered in all the right places.

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BLACK LIVES MATTER TAPESTRY SQUARE PATTERN

This week I dropped everything I was working on and focused on this pattern. I had been spinning my wheels and have been unable to form a thoughtful or coherent response to the recent abhorrent violence toward people of color, but I know how to crochet and I can help others through this craft that gives me so much peace.

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SAIL AWAY TANK TOP PATTERN

This comfy and flattering top can be worn in so many ways! Whip up some granny squares and you’re halfway done with this top; it’s so fast and easy.

Cool breezes and that feeling of the sun on your shoulders; we all dream about summer – especially as we live through this unprecedented time of staying indoors. Busy your hands and still your heart with this quick and gratifying make. I have this design in mind since last summer and have loved seeing it in real life.

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