365 Crochet

Summer is almost here! With that, I find it hard to crochet my favorite pieces because it's so hot outside and... I am usually busy enjoying the outside!  But today, I found this lovely backpack pattern and it gave me back some excitement!  Accessories like this are great for any time of the year, and this crochet backpack can be used for picnics, the beach, anything really!   Designed By : Amanda Slate Skill Level : Easy Materials:  K Hook N Hook Bulky yarn in 2 colors (or more!) (Suggested yarn: Bernat Maker Home Dec, <2 skeins) Scissors Tapestry needle Buttons or beads (Optional, for drawstring) Get the Free Pattern!

This is my second hula hoop mandala that I've made from jute!  I made my first one last fall, when hula hoops were 'out of season' and it was almost impossible to find one!  When I did find one, it had a bend in the hoop, I bought it anyway at a discount, and tried to get the bend out, but it came back and sorta ruined the look of my mandala.... that being said, this is the best time of year to buy hula hoops (spring!) This lovely is hanging on my black wall right now.  Although it makes for great and interesting wall art, it is going to make its way outside and hang from my garden shed (that I need to paint first).  This mandala is not hard to make, just a bit rough on the hands! You can easily make one in a few hours. If I could give jute a yarn weight, I'd say it's bulky or chunky. The hula hoop is one of the larger ones, although you could use a smaller one and simply adjust the number of stitches, as long as it's in multiples of 5. You begin by working...

Now here's a clever idea!  Use two colors of yarn and knot them to create a beautiful infinity scarf. The scarf itself is a fairly easy pattern, and the designer includes a video tutorial on how to knot the scarf. Chunky yarn is used for this design, but it would be very easy to change it up with a different yarn weight as well. And the color... I have to mention the colors, I love these colors!  Mixing a bright with a dark really shows off the knot. Designed By: Left in Knots Skill Level: Easy Materials:  Two skeins of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Tonal; 'Night Sky' and 'Lime' L/8.0mm crochet hook Yarn needle Scissors Get the Free Pattern!

As soon as I see black, white, or grey I get excited. Even more so, this is one nice super scarf!  So, you've probably noticed by now that super scarves are the next big thing in crochet and knit this season, and I honestly didn't know what to think of them at first. But the more I see, the more I like. For example this crochet super scarf, with the use of chevron lines in basic colors, which makes a super impact! And the pom poms... I love those too! This is a Ravelry download. Designed By : Alexandra Tavel Skill Level: Easy Materials: 5 skeins Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in Charcoal for Color A  1 skein Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick in Fisherman for Color B Size US N/P (10mm) crochet hook  Tapestry needle  Pompom maker (optional) Get the Free Pattern!

Although I love a great winter hat to keep me warm and stylish during the cold winter months, sometimes, you just want to wear a ponytail!  On those days I like to wear a warm headband instead, so that's my main reason for a headband. However, crochet headbands look fabulous with any style of hair, and this one is perfectly fashionable and simple. The twist headband uses basic crochet stitches with an interesting (and cute) twist!  (note: you will need some sewing skills) Designed By: All About Ami Skill Level: Easy Materials: Lion Brand Woolspun Bulky Yarn Size 6.5mm Crochet Hook Get the Free Pattern!

This is where I sleep. I'm inviting you into my personal space today because I want to show you my headboard!  I'm so excited about this because my headboard is of course... crocheted. I gave my room a makeover a few months ago, and I'm still looking for some pieces to complete the look, like a cool chandelier, and some type of large artwork... I haven't found anything "perfect for me" yet, but it will come in time, I'm sure. My headboard used to be on that list.  I originally wanted a big white upholstered headboard.  I love the way they look, so classy, sophisticated and cozy.  And they're really expensive!  After already dropping a pile of $$$ on decorating the rest of my new house and developing my yard, a big lavish headboard was just not in my budget. And I'm cheap? No.... not cheap, I prefer to save my money for fun and yarn (and landscaping)!  Most of my home decor is second hand finds, that I either re-finish or things that I actual...

A great way to keep you legs warm during the cold winter months are legwarmers of course.  Wear them casually around the house or dress them up with a nice pair of shoes and leggings.  you can even wear them as boot cuffs if they fit under your boots, or wear them over top of your boots!  These beauties feature a spiked stitch to add interest to this nice design.   This is a Ravelry download. Designed By: Frenchie Leigh Skill Level: Intermediate Materials: approx 164yds; 2 skeins Stitch Studio by Nicole Heartfelt Heritage or Lion’s Brand Hometown USA (each skein makes 1 leg warmer; Super Bulky  N/10mm Hook  Yarn needle for weaving ends Finished Measurements : 6in across and 13.5in tall Get the Free Pattern!

This really cool crochet slouch hat also has a worsted weight version, but personally, I love this version the most! (the other one is still pretty cool, check it out ) I love the large texture and how the post stitches change direction, giving the spiral effect. This pattern uses bulky yarn, which also makes it work up quickly. Designed By : AG Handmades Skill Level: Easy Materials:  2 skeins Bulky weight yarn (Chunky/ 12ply) 6mm hook 5.5mm hook yarn needle Get the Free Pattern!

The color! The color of this ombre scarf definitely caught my eye right away, I'm a black/white/grey type of person.  This scarf is made with a self striping yarn that is also available in many other colors and looks amazing.  The pattern, is incredibly simple and the finished garment can be whipped up in no time! Designed By: Beatrice Ryan Designs Skill Level: Easy Materials:  312 Yards of Bulky (5) Yarn – ( Lion Brand Yarns” Scarfie” Yarn in Cream/Black) K Hook Scissors Size: approximately 5 1/2″ x 72″ Get the Free Pattern!

If you need a quick crochet cowl to make for the cold months ahead, look no further!  This pretty cowl is make with bulky yarn and a large hook which makes it work up very quickly.  Get creative with the colors and make it yours! Designed By: Marly Bird Skill Level:  Easy Materials: Super Bulky (CYC size 6) Yarn Bee, “Effortless Super Bulky” (80% acrylic 20% alpaca, 111 yds/170g) Color A (CA): Blossom, Color B (CB): Graphite Hook 9mm M/N Tapestry Needle Get the Free Pattern!

There are still many cold days of winter ahead, so why not whip up this nice bulky cowl to keep you warm!  Sometimes, it's the simplest ideas that look and feel the best!  This pattern uses a special stitch that is easy to learn.  I personally love the color choices from the designer, but you can make this any color you wish! Designed By: Tangled Happy Skill Level:  Easy Materials:  Bulky Weight Yarn; Lion’s Pride Woolspun; Charcoal (Color A), Oxford Gray (Color B), Linen (Color C) Size US P (11.5mm) Hook Stitch Marker Scissors and Tapestry Needle  Size:  Teen/Adult Get the Free Pattern!

A lovely new newsboy hat pattern!  I like everything about it, the style, the stitch, the color, the brim, the band, and the buttons! Designed By:  Olivia/Hopeful Honey Blog Skill Level:  Intermediate Materials:  10.00mm Crochet Hook; 180g Super Bulky Yarn; Scissors; Tapestry/Wool Needle; 2x Buttons Finished Size:  Fits 13 Years & Up Get the Free Pattern!

Here comes the season for awesome crochet patterns for cool weather!  Cowls and shrugs are popular for the fall and winter, check out this beauty! By:  Zola/Creation Crochet Skill Level:  Easy Size: measures 19″x19″ which will fit someone with a shoulder diameter (measure completely around the shoulders) of 35-40″. Materials:  Red heart super saver either (2) 7oz skeins or (1) 14oz skein6.0;  (J) hook; embroidery needle to weave in ends Get the Free Pattern!