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Hanging Organiser -free crochet pattern-

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This is great idea!  Who doesn't need some organization in their life?  This crochet granny square organizer has so many uses; kids room, closets, pantry, craft supplies,  I could go on and on!  And the large knitting needles finish it off adding a fun touch! Designed By: Sarah Shrimpton Skill Level: Easy Materials: Size 4.0mm crochet hook Various DK weight yarn two 10mm knitting needles Size: Height excl. straps: 42cm Width: 17cm Get the Free Pattern!

Shells and Lace Headscarf -free crochet pattern-

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This pretty headscarf uses simple chains and shells arranged in a specific manner to achieve this lacy cross-over look; and is finished with slip stitched chains used to tie off. I chose a light weight bamboo yarn because of it`s elegant silky touch and drape, along with the fact that bamboo is an anti-microbial and moisture wicking fiber; (not to mention highly sustainable) an obvious choice for a summer garment!   Designed By:  Farrah Hodgson aka Firene Skill Level:  Easy Size: Adult Head, Adjustable Materials:  Knitca Lovely Bamboo, 0001 White, Light Weight (3); 1-ball; 50g/1.7oz, 95m/104yds Crochet hook 3.5mm (E-4) Stitches Used: Ch(s) =Chain(s); Sc =Single Crochet; Dc =Double Crochet; Sl St =Slip Stitch; St (s)=Stitch(es) Special Terms Used: Shell= (2dc-ch2-2dc) in same space. Shell in next shell = Shell in ch2 space of next shell. THE PATTERN Ch 102 Row 1: Dc in 4th ch from hook, (ch2-2dc) in same st, *ch 9, skip next 13 chs...

Paper Valentines Edging -free crochet pattern-

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This is a great way to share your heart with someone, by putting the extra effort into this beautiful crochet bordered Valentine's Card shows that you must really love them! Designed By:   Joy 2 Crochet Skill Level:  Easy Materials: Cotton Crochet Thread Size 2 Crochet Hook Card stock Paper Hole Puncher Get the Free Pattern!

Crochet O'Clock Free Crochet Tutorial

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I've always wanted to make a crocheted clock!  Here's a great tutorial if you want to do this too!  Use your skills and make it your own. Designed By:  Matt/ According to Matt Blog Skill Level:  Intermediate Materials:  One clock mechanism; Universal Cotton (or yarn preferred) dk sized yarn.  Crochet hook to match yarn size; embellishments of your choice (wooden buttons, numbers, flowers, etc) Get the Free Pattern!

Bicycle Seat Cover Free Crochet Pattern

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This is the coolest bicycle seat cover ever!  Customize your bike with your own colors! Designed By:  Emma Wilkinson Skill Level:  Easy Materials:   Three different colours of 8ply yarn and a 4mm hook, and approx 30 cm length of elastic. Get the Free Pattern!

Cottage Candles

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"Trendy stripes and delicious colors!" LARGE COVER: Covers fit a glass vase with following dimensions: Height: approx. 20 cm / 8'' Circumference: approx. 57 cm / 22½'' Materials: Drops Karisma:  50 color no 54, beige brown.  50 g color no 11, orange.  50 g color no 39, dark old rose.  50 g color no 13, cerise.  50 g color no 65, denim blue.  50 g color no 17, navy blue Crochet hook size 4.5 mm / US 7- or size needed to get 9 sc with 1 ch after every sc = width 10 cm / 4''. SMALL COVER: Covers fit a glass vase in with the following dimensions: Height: approx. 15 cm / 6'' Circumference: approx. 44 cm / 17 1/4'' Materials: Drops Karisma;  50 g color no 01, off white.  50 g color no 04, chocolate brown.  50 g color no 11, orange.  50 g color no 13, cerise.  50 g color no 39, dark old rose.  50 g color no 48, wine red 50 g color no 54, beige brown. Crochet Hook Size 4.5 mm / US -7 or size needed to get 9 ...

Hollow Skull

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I would make a crochet skull for a year round decoration!  Imagine the different color combos?!  It would make a nice collection,  but it's also pretty awesome for Halloween! Designed By:  NerdyCrochetGal  Skill Level:  Easy Yarn:  Red Heart Super Saver Hook:  G Hook Get the Free Pattern!

Devil Horns

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"Need a quick costume idea? Look no further! I cooked up this easy to crochet devil horned headband with last minute costumers in mind - because there’s nothing scarier than missing out on Halloween fun!" Designed By:  By Kala Hotakainen of Vegancraftastic Yarn: Caron Simply Soft in Autumn Red - less than one skein Supplies: Small amount of fiberfill, yarn needle Hook: US size G (4.5mm) Get the Free Pattern!

Pony Ears

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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!

The Amazing Lionheart!

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 I don't have a pattern for you today, but I have something really cool to show you! As winner of Artists taking the lead , (London 2012s Cultural Olympiad challenge), the Lionheart Project is one of 12 commissions across the nation. The Lionheart Project features three giant hand crocheted lions in a custom-built, mobile, glass case to travel around the East Midlands. These powerful sculptures reflect the region in both symbol and materials. Richard the Lionheart’s three lions crest is created using locally sourced Peak District wool, celebrating our rich textile heritage. Shauna Richardson is the artist.  She has invented what she calls ‘Crochetdermy’ which evolved out of the exploration of the theory that  ‘Anything can be art’. She uses crochet to sculpt realistic life-size animals!  Richardson has received much critical acclaim. Her work is receiving worldwide media coverage and selling into collections across the globe. "The lion str...

Dog Leash and Collar

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Here's something a little different for you today!  Now I wish I had a dog! Designed By : Lisa Gentry Skill Level:   Easy Supplies:   J. & P. Coats® “Crochet Nylon™”: 1 tube 16 Natural. Crochet Hook: 3.5mm (US E-4) Yarn needle. 1” D-ring. 1” Latch. 1” Snap Buckle. Size:   Collar: 1” wide x 9½” or desired length. Leash: 50” long Get the Free Pattern!

Strawberry Applique

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Here's a simple strawberry pattern!  I am going to give these a try, and transform them into earrings! Designed by Crafts by Starlight "Strawberries Great fun! This strawberry appliqué is a fun addition for projects yet to be made for the summer. This Project is made with Size 10 thread. I used pink and lt green for the berries but Red and green are fun as well. " Materials: Lt. Green and Pink size 10 threads. Crochet Hook size 1.8 mm. Get the Free Pattern!

Rainy Day Mobile

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   Now this is adorable! YARN RED HEART Kids, 5oz/141g balls, each approx 290yd/265m (acrylic) 1 ball each: • 2230 Yellow (A)2252 Orange (B) • 2735 Pixie Pink (C) • 2845 Blue (D) • 2846 Cruise Blue (E) • 2652 Lime (F) • 2390 Red (G) RED HEART Super Saver, 7oz/198g balls, each approx 364yd/333m (acrylic) 1 ball each: • 316 Soft White (H) • 312 Black (I) CROCHET HOOK • Size F/6 (4mm) crochet hook or any size to obtain correct gauge NOTIONS • Stitch markers • Plastic ring, 1¼"/3cm diameter • Heavy-duty sewing thread • 4 safety eyes, 9mm diameter • 4 safety eyes, 6mm diameter • Polyester fiberfill • Yarn needle Skill Level: Easy FINISHED MEASUREMENTS sun 3½"/9cm diameter (face only) and 5½"/14cm diameter (face and rays) rainbow 7¼"/18.5cm wide (across widest point) and 3¼"/8.5cm tall raindrop 2"/5cm diameter and 3¼"/8.5cm tall clouds (all 4 sewn together) 7"/18cm wide and 3"/7.5 tall Get the Free Pattern! ...

Buttercream Wedding Cake

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Crocheted Ultra® Alpaca creates a sumptuous wedding cake with buttercream frosting. Not merely decorative, the “layers” may be used for storing and protecting china dishware. SIZE Approximately 10 1/2” wide across largest layer x 12” high MATERIALS -3 Hanks BERROCO ULTRA ALPACA (100 grs), #6201 Winter White (MC) and 1 hank each #6275 Pea Soup (A), #6251 Green Olive (B), #6232 Pastel Pink (C), #6233 Rose Spice (D) and #6235 Fuchsia (E) -Crochet hooks, sizes 3.50 mm (E) and 4.50 mm (G) -Tapestry needle -Safety pin for marker -Sheet of heavy poster board or thin cardboard -Pencil compass -Pencil and ruler -Masking tape -Sharp scissors GAUGE 16 sc’s = 4”; 18 rnds = 4” in sc with size 4.50 mm (G) hook Get the Free Pattern!