365 Crochet

Wow, look at that texture! And look at this adorable baby bear hat!  This is a great little project for learning some new stitch techniques, and results in something so cute. I see post stitches, popcorn stitches, and basket weave.... Designed By: Kirsten's Knits Skill Level: Intermediate Materials:  3.25mm (D) hook – Ears, 0-3 months 4mm (G) hook - 0-3 months, 6-12 months 5mm (H) hook - Toddler 1 skein Lion Brand “Wool-ease” or other thinner worsted weight yarn (Caron Simply Soft, and Patton’s Wool may work well too). yarn needle scissors stitch marker (for ears) Sizes: 0-3 mos, 6-12 mos, toddler Get the Free Pattern! Snow Season Slouch Hat US$5.00

This pretty hat caught my eye right away!  Of course, mainly because I love anything grey, white, and black, but secondly, the style of the hat. It uses clean lines, textured cables, and the addition of the cute fur pom pom. The designer has written this pattern to include two variations, a fitted beanie, and a slouch hat. I am going to give this one a try! Designed By: Jenni Designs Skill Level: Intermediate Materials: Red Heart With Love Worsted Weight Yarn Size I (5.5mm) Hook Tapestry needle Scissors Optional: Lion Brand Pom Get the Free Pattern!

Here it is, my version of the crochet cabled headband slouchy hat with a great big button! I've been making this hat for over two years now, and it's still my top seller at local craft fairs, markets, and custom orders.  I've honestly been making it free form and from memory, but recently decided to actually write it down so that I can share it with you.  It's a very cute hat, and only requires knowledge of the basic stitches, plus the crab stitch (otherwise known as rsc - reverse single crochet) and working over post stitches. The highlight of this hat, really, is the giant button.  You can find them in all sorts of places, but I buy mine online from a Canadian (because I'm in Canada and shipping is faster to me) yarn company called knitca.com    Designed By: Farrah Hodgson Skill Level: Intermediate Materials:   1 ball of Loops & Thread Impeccable; color Soft Taupe used in pattern; 277 yds/253 m; 4.5 oz/127.5g (or similar) *Note...

Check out this pretty crochet cowl from Willow Yarns!  The texture in this design is stunning, resembling the look of cables.  This is an experienced pattern, however, it is written well and the end result is worth it. I love a nice fall cowl! Designed By: Willow Yarns Skill Level: Experienced Materials: Willow Yarns Quiver • 0005 Dewy Meadow—3 balls  Crochet Hook:US size H-8 (5mm) Yarn needle Finished Size: Width: 11" (28cm), Circumference: 45" (114cm) Get the Free Pattern!

I love crochet home decor, and this pretty crochet cushion or pillow cover is perfect!  The diagonal design and the texture make htis really stand out. I also love the back of this design, it features a slip cover style opening so that you can easily remove the inner cushion which makes the cover very easy to wash!   Designed By: Stitches n'Scraps Skill Level: Intermediate Materials: Lion Brand Heartland yarn: 175 yds Glacier Bay; 250 yds Great Smoky Mountains; 250 yds Mount Ranier Size I / 9 (5.5 mm) hook or size needed to obtain gauge Yarn or tapestry needle Locking stitch markers or safety pins 14″ square pillow form Get the Free Pattern!

This lovely shawl is brought to you as a CAL (Crochet a-long) by Elk Studios. The tutorial is separated into parts to help you along the way and also includes a left handed version!  I love the colors used here, it is eye catching and feels a bit retro. Designed By: Elk Studios Skill Level: Easy Materials: Premier Cotton Fair, #2, 100 g/317 yards, 2 [2,2,3,3] balls of white, 1 ball of gray, 1 ball of peach Hook – G/4.0 Tapestry Needle for weaving in the ends. Sizes : Extra Small to Extra Large Get the Free Pattern!

There's a photo circulating on Pinterest like a wild fire of busy knit knee high socks with flower embellishments.  I had been sent that photo numerous times with people wanting me to make them. However, the pattern is knit, and I really didn't have the time to attack and design a crochet version.  But, it seems I wasn't the only one!  This designer has done it!  And I think she did a pretty amazing job as well, look at that detail and texture. So if you've been seeing that sock photo circulating your social media feeds, here's the crochet replacement! Designed By : Nadia Fuad Skill Level: Advanced Materials: Less than 90.5 Yards/82 Meters Of EACH color. Bernat Softee Baby in Mint, Lemon, Pink, White and Blue & Caron Simply Soft in Grey Heather Size G6-4.25mm Crochet Hook Yarn Needle Scissors Get the Free Pattern!

Yum, ice cream!  This crochet mitten project may make you drool, but they are pretty cute.  So if you've got a craving for ice cream in the winter, this pattern is for you!  This is also a great pattern for learning some new stitches. Designed By: The Unknown Orchard Skill Level : Intermediate Materials: worsted weight yarn; acrylic in multiple colors.  Crochet hook size: I used a 4mm (size 8 or F)  Size: Custom Get the Free Pattern!

Check out these sweet heart fingerless gloves!  Make them in time for Valentine's Day, however, they are so cute, you can wear them anytime.  I love how the red hearts stand out against the black. This is a Ravelry download. Designed By: Recoverista Skill level: Intermediate Materials: One skein of Wibra Nova 5 ply in black, or any other cottony sports weight yarn (110m / 50gr) One skein of Phildar Partner 6 in red, or any similar worsted weight / 10ply yarn (65m / 50gr) 3.5mm or E sized hook scissors Get the Free Pattern!

Happy New year!  Well... I know I'm a little late , it's well into January, but I've just finished up all of my projects and custom orders from December. So to me, it finally really feels like the new year has just begun!  With a new year, of course, comes resolutions, goals, and aspirations.  Mine always seem to revolve around business, crafting, and most importantly... learning.  There's nothing more self gratifying than learning a new technique or lesson, because it helps you grow and have the ability to share what you've learned with others. Last year was a very busy year for me outside of crafting, but I did manage to learn a couple new things!  I learned how to crochet cables of all sizes and styles, and I finally overcame my fear of broomstick lace .  (I began broomstick lace by learning how to make a scarf from this amazing video tutorial from b.hooked ) Now I need to break my addiction from those techniques (but they're really fun!), and I'm ver...

I love crochet when it coincides with home decor!  Check out this big chunky pillow pattern from Red Heart.  Using a bulky yarn and large hook, it works up quickly and makes a nice accent for your home!  What's great about making your own decor, is that you can make it any color you want to match the rest of your room. This pattern requires a lot of sewing and assembling, but I'm guilty of using my old outdated pillows as the form for my new crochet ones! Designed By: Jessie Rayot Skill Level: Easy Materials: Red Heart Grande: 12 balls 402 Foggy Crochet Hook: 11.5mm [US P-16] Large plastic canvas needle 1¾ yd (1.6 m) purchased fabric sewing needle (or optional sewing machine) and matching thread large bag of polyester fiberfill straight pins Get the Free Pattern!

The ever so popular slouchy hat has taken over the crochet world by storm these past few years, and this simple hat is a great pattern to add to your collection.  Instead of working in the round, you work back and forth in rows and the hat is cinched together in the end.  One side of the hat uses basic single crochet stitches to give the ribbed effect and works into a nice stitch pattern as you work up the opposite side of the hat! Designed By: Little Monkeys Crochet Skill Level: Easy Materials: I hook (5.50mm) About 190 yards of Lion Brand Heartland* (Sample color: Mammoth Cave); #4 worsted; 100% Acrylic; 5oz/142g (251yd/230m) Yarn Needle Size: One Size Fits Most (Preteen - Adult Woman). 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!

'Tis another season of warm textured everything!  Here's a great crochet cowl pattern that uses simplicity to create something beautiful!  Ribbing, simple crochet stitches, a nice lightweight yarn, and a solid color, make this cowl stand bold. Designed By: Little Monkeys Crochet Skill Level: Easy Materials: Hook: H (5.0mm) Yarn: 420-430 yards of #3 (light) yarn  Yarn needle Get the Free Pattern!

Chunky hats with pompoms are making a big come back this fall and winter!  I love the textured pattern of this design and the wide band of the hat.  It looks cozy and warm, and the best part is that it's easy to make. Designed By: Bernat Skill Level: Easy Materials:  Bernat Softee Chunky (3.5 oz/100 g; 108 yds/99 m) Clay (28041) 2 balls  Size U.S. L/11 (8 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge. Size: Women's average head Get the Free Pattern!

Crochet headbands are such a great stash buster!  But I also love the look of the yarn used in the design of this pattern, it has great color and stitch definition.  This lovely headband uses post stitches and one cable which crosses over the front.  The headband would be easy to adjust for anyone's head.  I can't wait to give this one a try! Designed By: Crafty Queens Skill Level: Intermediate Materials: any yarn or hook, used in pattern follows: 1,5 ball Scheepjes Stonewashed XL – 5mm hook 1 ball Scheepjes Merino – 5mm hook 1 ball Scheepjes Stonewashed – 4mm hook 1 ball Scheepjes Softfun Denim – 4mm hook Size: Adjustable Get the Free Pattern!

Want to learn something new today?  The "wave" stitch is used in the construction of these beautiful textured finger-less gloves!  I love how the designer used alternate colors and stitching to give these gloves a luxurious and interesting look.  The pattern includes videos for the left handed version, right handed version, and written instructions as well! Designed By: Meladoras Creations Skill Level: Intermediate Materials:  4 mm or in the US you could use a size G hook 1 skein of worsted weight yarn, 4 ply US, 10 ply AU 100 grams / 3.5. oz 240 meters / 262 yards Get the Free Pattern!