365 Crochet

Christmas is getting very close, and I bet all of the crochet and knitters are working like crazy to finish up last minute gift projects. But maybe you've finished, and think that you may not have enough time for a new project? Well, here's a wonderful project that doesn't take up much of your time, and makes a great stash buster as well!  Using the granny square stitch, you can easily make your own cute stocking in no time. Designed By: Lullaby Lodge Skill Level: Easy Materials:  Main part of the stocking approximately 100g of DK Contrast colour (heal, toe and cuff) approximately 30g of DK Size 4 mm crochet hook (G) Wool needle Get the Free Pattern!

These adorable baskets make the perfect Christmas gift! Fill them up with candy, chocolate, or even better; your own homemade treats! The designer has included instructions for all three versions. Designed By: Joanita Theron, Creative Crochet Workshop Skill Level: Easy Materials:  Medium worsted yarn (No 4) or DK (double knitting)Elle Charity DK (Blue; White; Red; Black & Green and a little bit of yellow too); Small amounts approx 20 – 50 yards Hook 4, 50 mm Yarn needle 3 Small buttons (for snowman) Get the Free Pattern!

This is dedicated to all of you wine lovers out there! Myself, oddly am not a big wine fan, amidst a family full of wine enthusiasts, but I do enjoy drinking my cider from a fancy wine glass, so this works!  This is not a new idea, you've probably seen more versions of this out there, but I wanted to try my own. I chose worsted weight cotton because it's sturdy and doesn't give off "the fuzzies" from the yarn like acrylic, because nobody wants yarn fuzz in their drink .  These are quick, fun and easy to make! One little ball of Bernat Handicrafter yarn makes two lanyards with a little bit of yarn left over. I used a small hook with a thick yarn, so this is supposed to be worked up quite tight. I didn't set a gauge, however, try not to let the tension get loose. If you need the glass holder smaller, easily omit chains in each round. And for a larger holder, add chains in each round. The same goes for if you prefer to work with a smaller weight of yarn,...

I love how versatile the granny square is, you can make just about anything!  Mermaid tails are pretty popular right now, ever since the mermaid tail lapghan came about, and you may have already seen my little mermaid tail gift bag s.  Actually that's what inspired me to write this pattern, someone over at Ravelry had made my gift bag in a large format, and thinking "my daughter would love a big bag", but... I don't have enough yarn!  If anyone looked at my yarn stash, they'd say I was crazy, because my bin is full (over-flowing!) But, it's ALL scrap yarn, various colors, fibers, textures, etc. Not enough of one yarn to complete a big project. So instead of heading out the yarn store, I decided to try to use some of this stash up, and try to make the bag in granny squares instead, so here it is! Like I said, this is made from ALL scrap yarns!  I made the big green bag first, I pulled out all of my green toned yarns.  I wanted to make the bag in a wor...

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and because I love and appreciate all of you, my followers, I want to share all of these perfect heart crochet patterns with you! xoxo.... Get your heart on and be inspired with these lovely crochet heart designs and ideas!  What's great about these, is that usually when you find a great applique or motif, you can think of several things to do with them! 1. Heart Strings Garland by Red Heart 2. Heart Dishcloth by Lily/Sugar n' Cream 3. Heart Ornament by Little Treasures 4. Heart Motif by Addey 5. Heart Frame by Helen Free 6. Valentine Heart Coaster by Red Heart   7. Heart Granny Square by Petals to Picots 8. H eart Motif by Club Crochet 9. Heart Coin Purse by Crochet Treasures 10. Heart Bunting by Happy Berry Crochet 11. Boho Hearts by Cherry Heart 12. Hearts hair Bow by Rebel Skein 13. Flower in a Hear...

I love finding cute holiday themed designs, and here's a great one for Valentine's Day!  I love this also, because they can be used for anything.  Fill them up with candy, give them away as a gift, or use them for storage! Designed By: Blackstone Designs Skill Level: Easy Materials: Worsted Weight Yarn- White (Small); Pink (Medium); Red (Large)  H/5.0mm Hook Craft Wire (16-20 gauge) Yarn Needle Get the Free Pattern!

I feel like posting a really cute pattern today!  This crochet monkey lunch box is sure to bring smiles to everyone, including kids, teachers, yourself, and maybe even your co-workers!  If you have no need for a lunch box, this also makes a great carrying case for storing anything you want. Designed By: Melody's Makings Skill Level: Easy Materials:  Approximately 220-235 Yards of Worsted (4) Weight Yarn (Approx. 200-210 Base Color 1, Approx. 20-25 Accent Color 2).  Approx. 5- 10 Yards of Matching Fun Fur (OPTIONAL)  Crochet Hook: Size 5.5 mm (I/9) 2 5/8” Buttons for Eyes  Yarn or Tapestry Needle Get the Free Pattern!

Here's a last minute quickie pattern for the holidays!  These cute little angel ornaments work up quickly and can be used as tree decorations or, they make great little gift toppers! Designed By: Atty*s Skill Level: easy Materials:  Catona by Scheepjes (used in pattern) crochet hook 2.5mm (used in pattern) OR; any yarn hook to match yarn Get the Free Pattern!

This pretty crochet pinecones make a wonderful accent to your Christmas decor!  I can see them used in a pretty centerpiece, or even used as a gift topper. Designed By: In the Yarn Garden Skill Level: Easy Materials: Any yarn would do (but used in pattern): Järbo 8/4. Hook: 2,5 mm. Järbo Minibomull. Hook: 3 mm. Järbo Alpacka Solo. Hook: 3 mm Get the Free Pattern!

I had been approached by a regular customer of mine, a mother of two small children, to create some treat/gift bags for the upcoming birthday of her little girl.  With the Bubble Guppies (kids tv show) as the theme, our first thought was to create character bags for each child.  However, instead we agreed on mermaid tail or fish tail bags, keeping in theme of the tv show, but making the bags similar to one another. (and avoiding any child conflict on wanting another child's bag instead:) ) I am quite pleased with the result, and have decided to share this free pattern with you today! Starting from the bottom up, you will work the tail fin back and forth in short rows, where the first and last row are joined, and continue to work up in rounds.  The top decorative edge is made by using the crocodile stitch, and finally finished off with the simple drawstring. Photos and hdc crocodile stitch tutorial included! Designed By: Farrah Hodgson aka Firene Design...