365 Crochet

When I think of crochet cat ears, I immediately think that it's been done over and over, that is... until I found this! These lacy cat ear are so cute!  This is a simple, yet unique idea for this upcoming Halloween. Designed By: With Alex Skill Level: Easy Materials:  Size E (3.5 mm) crochet hook Size 10 black crochet thread Scissors Headband Fabric Stiffener Get the Free Pattern!

Let's start thinking about the New Year!  Masquerade parties are quite a popular theme for this holiday, and if that's the case for you this year, why not make your own mask?  You will be original and unique! Designed By: Alexis/ Persia Lou Skill Level:  Intermediate Materials:  Embroidery Thread 2.75 mm Crochet Hook Plain Mask to use as a form  Fabric Stiffener Plastic Wrap Black Grosgrain Ribbon Hot Glue Gun Get the Free Pattern!

Halloween is getting close, and if you don't have a costume yet, here's another idea!  If you're a fan of the Addams Family, you will already know who Wednesday Addams is, but if not... The Addams Family was a cartoon about an eccentric, spooky, wealthy family; invented in New York 1938, which later became a tv show, feature film with spin offs, and a musical to boot!   Designed By:  Koneko Kawaii Skill Level: Easy Materials: 4 ply Worsted Weight Yarns, 1 Skein 4.25 MM Hook Stitch Markers Size: Adult Head Get the Free Pattern!

Wigs!  They have quite a history, going back to ancient times when they were used as protection against the sun and for cultural practices.  But even back then, they were still highly regarded as a fashion accessory.  The Egyptians used them for practical use but also to show stature in their community.  Fast forward many years, and the wig explodes into the fashion scene thanks to the royal patronage.  They were wild, heavy, uncomfortable, but for the sake of fashion, they were a must have!  Anyone who was "anybody important" owned a wig. Barrister's Wig Free Pattern! The stress of wearing a wig eventually became too much, and wig designs became smaller and more defined.  This was a time when the barristers wig or periwig became popular (those silly white wigs with the defined curls that men wore) , and women began opting for hair extensions over a full wig. Then the wig took a downfall in fashion, and wasn't quite so popular for some time. ...

Here's a fun project to make for your pets!  Make your dog look like a tough guy with this crochet fauxe spiked collar; or in my case, I could try to make my cat look like a touch feline (although she would really dislike me for putting anything around her head!)  This cute collar pattern uses a small amount of yarn and can be constructed in a short time, so give it a try! Designed By: Hookabee Skill Level: Easy Materials:  H US (5 mm) hook  E US (3.5 mm) hook  Stitch marker  Yarn/tapestry needle  Polyester fiberfill stuffing (optional)  Yarn: Patons Canadiana (worsted weight, 100% acrylic) - Black #10040 - Med. Grey Mix #10044 Size:  Custom Get the Free Pattern!

I am so excited about this pattern!  I had thought about crochet fairy wings in the past, and it kind of got put on the back burner, but now there's a pattern to follow!  And a nice pattern at that, now to find time to make these!   Designed By: Lisa Jelle Skill Level:  Intermediate Materials: #2/Fine weight yarn (approximately 200-300 yds) H/8(5mm)-F/5(3.75mm)-C/2(2.75mm) hooks TEMPLATE for wings (see page for link) tapestry/yarn needle stitch markers measuring tape 14 gauge wire (approximately 12yds) 20 gauge wire (approximately 2yds) needle nose pliers/wire nippers Size:  One size (finished wings measure approximately 19” wide and 14” tall) Get the Free Pattern!

Happy Halloween!  Here's one last spooky crochet pattern for the season.  It's creepy, easy, uses not much supplies, and is quick!  Quick is important if you left your costume plans until last minute, ... like today!  The designer has included a photo tutorial for your ease. Designed By:  Kelly's Stuff Skill Level:  Easy Materials:  Size 4 mm hook Small amounts worsted weight black, blue, white, light brown  tapestry needle small amount of fiberfill two buttons elastic (about 6 inches) Get the Free Pattern!

Two more days until Halloween!  I hope you have your costume all figured out by now.  If not... here's a last minute quickie pattern!  This is a clever design for a "knife in head" headband, an excellent accessory for a zombie.. add some zombie makeup, there you go! Designed By:  Sol Maldonado Skill Level:  Easy Materials: Acrylic Worsted DK light weight yarn - lack, red, and grey 2.5mm crochet hook Tapestry Needle Scissors Sewing needle Button Get the Free Pattern!

What a great costume!  And what a great idea to use a crochet yarn wig!  The wig makes this costume complete, no other wigs could have pulled this off.  Other great uses for crochet wigs, are for witches and rag dolls.  Do you have a costume yet?  You still may have time to pull this off! Designed By:  Andrea/Craft Disasters & other Atrocities Skill Level:  Easy Materials:  Caron, Red Heart, or other worsted Weight yarn approx 300 yrdsHook: 5.5 mm sewing needle and matching thread Get the Free Pattern!

Halloween is coming, ghosts, goblins, cats, zombies, witches, ... but how adorable is this little mermaid?!!  I love it! Designed By: Courtney Wiche Skill Level:  Intermediate Materials:  Size H hook Worsted weight yarn Size:   9-12 months Get the Free Pattern!

More Halloween fun! Designed By: Kat Marie Williams Materials:   Lion Brand Jiffy - 1 skein of Black, 1 skein of Camel, plus 1 skein of any brand and color of eyelash yarn 10.0mm (size N) crochet hook for hat & nose 6.5mm (size K) crochet hook for brows & moustache Gauge:   Gauge doesn't much matter, as the back of the hat can be adjusted with an added drawstring if necessary. The hat is large enough so that long hair can be stuffed up into it. Get the Free Pattern!

Here's a great mask pattern for Halloween or to wear in the cold outdoors! Designed By: Kourtney Moon Gauge:  2 rows - 1”  3 stitches - 1” Materials:  J hook (6mm), Stitch markers, 1 skein worsted weight yarn in colors: black, white, pink, 1 sheet of felt in each colors: black blue, pink, red,  Sewing needle and thread in colors: black, blue, orange, pink, red, yellow Get the Free Pattern!

More Halloween ideas coming your way!  Homemade costumes are the best costumes! Designed By:  NyanPon's Knits and Crochet Skill Level:  Easy Materials: Worsted weight acrylic yarn Size I (5.5mm) hook Yarn needle Scissors Get the Free Pattern!

Here is a pretty mask pattern.  Plenty of time left to have it ready for Halloween! Designed By:   Craft Disasters and other Atrocities   Skill Level:  Advanced Yarn: Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Cotton (Sz 10 – Black) Hook: 1.5mm Additional supplies: about 12” of 20 gauge wire pair of needle nose pliers wire cutters Needle and matching thread 1” wide ribbon (approximately 1yard) OR Decorative stick-handle OR 12-16" Matching Elastic Small swatch of matching fabric, ribbon, or swatch of crochet made with your yarn. Get the Free Pattern!

Halloween is coming soon!   It's a fun time for crochet!  Here's a very simple and cute wig pattern. What you need: Red Heart Super Saver (be sure you have a full or almost full skein) Size I (5.5mm) hook Clip to keep place Scissors Wig head (optional but handy) Get the Free Pattern!