365 Crochet

First, I love the design of the crochet poncho. Second, I love the sharp high contrast color scheme, and third, I love the fringes, tassels, and the tapestry element!  This cute poncho is great for spring, and really, any color combo would look great. This looks like a fun project, if you have lots of time on your hands! Designed By: Julie Farmer Skill Level: Intermediate Materials:  Red Heart Fashion Soft: 2 (2, 3) balls 9440 Grey Heather A, 2 (2, 2) balls 4603 Cream B, 1 ball 4614 Black C  Susan Bates Crochet Hook: 4mm [US G-6]  2½" (6.5 cm) wide piece of cardboard  Yarn needle Sizes: Small/Medium, Large/Extra Large and 2X/3X Get the Free Pattern!

It's finally warming up out there, and when that happens I automatically go into spring mode!  We've all seen the slippers made from flip flop soles, so I was pleased to find this crochet sandal pattern made from the soles of flip flops!  I love my flip flops, and I can't wait to play around with something like this!  They are adorable. Designed By: Sewrella Skill Level: Intermediate Materials:  Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton in Ecru and Cafe Au Lait (1 skein each should make 2 pairs of shoes) Sizes D 3.25mm and 2mm crochet hooks Rubber sole flip flops 1 size smaller than you usually wear (mine are from Old Navy) Sharp tool for poking holes in the sole, a skewer works great Tapestry needle Sharp scissors Size: US 6-10 Get the Free Pattern!

Everyone needs a beautiful chevron crochet throw blanket (aka afghan!) and here's a wonderful pattern and tutorial to get you started!  I really like the chevron pattern, it's simple to make, and you can have a lot of fun playing with color!  The best afghans that I've ever made, seem to come from scrap yarn and miscellaneously putting colors together, so I think that this may be my next project! Designed By:  Jeanne Steinhilber Skill Level: Easy Materials:  Bernat Super Value; Color A – Winter White; Color B – Teal Heather; Color C – Honey; Color D – Aqua – 2 Skeins; Color E – Dark Heather Crochet Hook 5.0 mm (H) Yarn Needle Size:  50″ x 64″ Get the Free Pattern!

I love spring and I love this pretty scarf!  I've recently been seeing this style of scarf pop up more often; with the narrowing ends and the tassels, and I must say, I really like it. This scarf does not fail to impress with the lovely stitch work and vibrant colors! Designed By: Left in Knots Skill Level: Easy Materials:  Loops and Threads Colorwheel Yarn- 1 skein Lime, 1 skein Purple Pink, and two skeins of Purple J/6.0mm crochet hook Yarn needle Scissors Tassel Maker (optional) Get the Free Pattern!

I would have never thought to pair up these colors, but wow!  This beautiful crochet bag pattern comes from Craft Coalition for the charity, Crafting a Rainbow of Hope. The directions are written perfectly and the result, an eye catching, unique, and custom bag.  Designed By: Craft Coalition Skill Level: Intermediate Materials: Bernat Handicrafter #4, 100% Cotton, Stormy Skies (Color A) approximately 50 to 100 yds, Bernat Handicrafter De Lux Cotton #4, Paprika (Color B) approximately 150 to 200 yds Size Hook: I (5.5mm) Scissors Blunt needle Get the Free Pattern!

This pattern has a retro spring vibe that makes me feel very happy!  These adorable knotted headbands are sized from baby to adult, so you can make them for everyone.  This is a quick project that uses dk weight yarn and the extended single crochet stitch. Designed By: Crochet Dreamz Skill Level: Easy Materials: DK weight (size 3) yarn.  Hook H(5mm) Tapestry needle to weave in the ends. Size: Baby to Adult, custom Get the Free Pattern!

Check out this crochet shawl! Using lightweight yarn in various colors, you work in half circles to create this stunning work of art. I would call this a scarf, but either way, it would look amazing all year round. It reminds me of a large scale Queen Anne's lace! Designed By: Drops Design Skill Level: Intermediate Materials:  Drops Kid-Silk from Garnstudio; 25 g color 03, light pink, 25 g color 05, heather, 25 g color 20, light beige Crochet hook size 4.5 mm/US 7 Measurements: Width: approx. 26 cm / 10 1/4'' Length: approx. 164 cm / 64½'', measured in the middle of piece. Get the Free Pattern!