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WATERMELON CHALK BAG PATTERN

This adorable watermelon climbing chalk bag only uses half-double crochet and can be made in an afternoon! Celebrate summer days with this bright and fun chalk bag. Guaranteed to stand out in the gym or high up on the wall!

I am hanging on to the last shreds of summer here in the PNW with this watermelon chalk bag! Good thing we are headed south for the winter where I can take this little buddy on some warm weather climbs on desert sandstone.

EXPLORATIONS IN YARN PUNK | HOW TO CROCHET SLEEVES ON A JEAN JACKET

Learn how to crochet sleeves to any jacket or vest! Embrace the yarn punk lifestyle and start wearing your crocheted makes. This easy peasy pattern works up easily with double crochets.

If you haven’t heard of yarn punk, it is:

“An individual that incorporates yarn into their everyday lives with confidence to express oneself.”
yarnpunk.com

I love this idea and especially love the community sprouting around this concept and Vincent’s blog, it’s so welcoming and fun!

I decided to head on down my own yarn punk journey and started by adding crocheted sleeves to a jean jacket vest I had just embroidered my new logo on.

FRANCES SKIRT PATTERN

This high-waisted fall skirt is just begging to get on your hook and out in the world!

The Frances Skirt sits high on the waist and can be worn with or without leggings, taking us right into the fall and colder weather! It is incredibly comfy to wear and so easy to make. The sizing is easy to adjust to your exact waist and the yarn, Vanna’s Choice Lion Brand Yarn, is squishy and stretchy but will hold up to wear and washing. All around, it’s the perfect fall skirt to get in the mood for rainy days and chilly nights.

SQUAMISH COWL PATTERN

This “quilted” cowl is made by sewing together crocheted squares. Incredibly simple, the technique makes the cowl look more complex than it really is!

I wanted to create a cowl that had a lot of texture, but was very simple to work up. I chose to create ribbed squares, using double crochet, that I sewed together in an alternating pattern to create this patchwork look. I also love a good fringe and added one to the bottom edge of this cowl.

SERENITY BEANIE PATTERN

A chunky, easy to make beanie with options to finish with a bun opening or a delightful pompom. Which will you choose?

Jewel-toned beanies are so gorgeous! I love the stitch definition that this purple yarn gives to the berry cluster stitches. This hat can be finished as a bun beanie or regular beanie. Both versions are adorable.

STARBURST GRANNY SQUARE SHORTS/SKIRT PATTERN

These soft cotton shorts are a dream to make and feel amazing to wear. Throw them on over a swimsuit for the beach or just around town when it’s hot. Incredibly comfy, they can turn into your lounge or jammy bottoms this fall. I never want to take them off!

I am so pleased with how these shorts turned out! I used to hate making granny squares – something about the repetitive crocheting did not interest me – but as I get more into making my own clothes I have started to enjoy designing them by just using granny squares. This simple pattern works like a custom recipe – even with a skirt option. Read on to learn how to make your own pair of shorts or skirt!

PRIDE CHALK BAG PATTERN

This sweet little chalk bag only uses half-double crochet and the beautiful Lion Brand Yarn Color Waves yarn to create the perfect Pride chalk bag! Wear it proudly!

We just had our local Pride festival last month and it inspired me to design this beautiful rainbow Pride chalk bag! Pride month should be every month! Show off your Pride on the wall with this colorful, handmade chalk bag. If you can half-double crochet, you can make this chalk bag!

DYLAN DINOSAUR CHALK BAG PATTERN

This Dino is ready to rock! Adorable and easy to crochet- only single crochet needed. Check out the pattern and make your own!

The last in my series of big, bright, beautiful chalk bags, Dylan Dinosaur is ready to get out and play! Use either the Bernat Maker Home Dec yarn or Lion Brand Yarn Color Made Easy Yarn. The primary colors pop on the wall and everyone will wonder where you got it! Work it up on your rest day and go shred!

SHARKIE SHARK CHALK BAG PATTERN

The catch of the day! Impress your friends at the crag and the gym with this fabulous shark chalk bag. It works up quickly with bulky yarn and fun features. Optional liner and sturdy yarn makes it perfect for the outdoors!

I first designed this chalk bag on the road last year and it has gotten so much love ever since! Everywhere I go I am asked where I got my chalk bag and it is so fun to tell people I made it myself! Making silly and vibrant chalk bags is a blast. I am really enjoying how versatile the shape is. Plus chalk bags are such an overlooked way to show off your style. Let’s mix it up and get some cuties like this Sharkie out in the world.

MELLOW YELLOW CROP TOP PATTERN

This summery top will have you feeling mellow. The lightweight cotton yarn feels dreamy in the heat and looks adorable over a bikini, sports bra, or bandeau!

I finally finished this design this week and had a chance to wear it out to the beach this weekend! I loved the feel of the soft cotton and was comfortable hiking and lounging in this top. It is versatile and ready to wear wherever you’re headed this weekend!

4 FAVORITE CROCHET PROJECTS ON THE ROAD

Four DIY crochet projects for the road! I designed these projects while we were living #vanlife and still use them today.

The year we spent on the road I began my journey into designing my own crochet patterns. We had free time in the evenings and on rest days, and it was the perfect creative pursuit for me to engage in. I especially enjoyed sitting in a camp chair in a new place, looking around at the desert beauty, and imagining what new project I could crochet. I crocheted much more than I ever had before, and learned so many new skills, and became much more consistent in my stitches and tension. Below are some of my favorite projects I designed on the road, and all are things I am still using regularly!

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