365 Crochet

FREE TUTORIAL & PATTERN by Farrah Hodgson Materials:  Size 3 (DK Weight) Yarn; Knitca Bamboo used in pattern; small amount Crochet hook size USD3/3.25mm Yarn Needle to sew in ends Center Ch5, sl st in 1st ch to form a loop. Rnd 1: Ch5 (counts as 1dc and ch2), *(3dc, ch2) in ch5 loop** 3 times, 2dc in ch5 loop, sl st in 3rd ch of beginning ch5 to join. Rnd 2: Sc in 1st ch2 space, ch4 (counts as 1dc and ch2); 3dc in same ch2 space, *(3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch2 space** 3 times, 2dc in beginning ch2 space, sl st in 2nd ch of beginning ch4 to join. Rnd 3: Sc in 1st ch2 space, ch3, 2sc in same space, *(sc between next 2dc) 5 times, (2sc, ch3, 2sc) in next ch2 space** 3 times, (sc between next 2dc) 5 times, sc in beginning ch2 space, sl st in 1st sc to join. Do NOT fasten off. Neck Straps Sl st in 1st ch3 space, (ch151, turn; sl st back 150 chs) twice. Do NOT fasten off. Phone Holding Straps Side 1: Sl st in same ch3 ...

Fresh into a new year, why not try a new crochet technique?!  If you haven't tried the Tunisian entrelac stitch before, here's a great project to get started. The designer has included a video to help you out, which I know helps me greatly when trying something different, that sometimes words alone can be difficult to understand. And the result? A pair of fun crochet slippers! Designed By: Nadia Fuad Skill Level: Intermediate Materials: Red Heart Yarns in Super Saver Colors: Aran, Dark Teal, Flamingo, Hot Coral, and Dark Orchid J- 6.00 mm Crochet Hook Yarn Needle Scissors Get the Free Pattern!

Are you ready to make a crochet bag?  How about this one?  It's beautiful, has interesting stitch work, gives you the ability to use multiple colors, AND includes charts and written instructions.  The designer has written up this wonderful pattern, and teaches you how to read charts along the way.  Designed By: Maggie Bullock Skill level: Intermediate Materials: Yarn;Bendigo Classic 8 ply, in five colours, Mallard, Cranberry, Guava, Pumpkin and Maize. Here is a link to Bendigo Woollen Mills; 4 balls of different colour, two balls of your main colour crochet hook G/4.00mm yarn needle scissors  stitch markers  fabric for the lining (optional) sewing machine (optional) thread and sewing needle (optional) Get the Free Pattern!

Look at those beautiful colors!  Besides color, this shawl uses a nice lace design.  The pattern includes video tutorials in separate "episodes" for both right and left handed crocheters.  But if charts are your thing, there is also a great chart included. To find this pattern on the linked page, just scroll down a bit :) Designed By: Julia Marquardt Skill Level:  Intermediate Materials: 100g Lady Dee yarn 3.5mm crochet hook tapestry needle Get the Free Pattern!

Cables give an elegant twist and texture to garments.  They look nice, and I've seen them used in crochet garments and accessories several times.  But, I used to be afraid of them, very afraid!  I avoided cabled patterns because it looked difficult.  "Difficult" usually never stopped me before, but this just looked like a lot of work, directions, post stitches, skipping stitches, adding/subtracting, etc. Days, months, years went by... ...then I sat down one day and decided to attack this "cable phobia" and put it finally to rest.  And I was surprised!  It's actually not so hard.  Like learning anything, it may be a bit tricky at first, but with patience and practice, you will be a cable pro in no time. There's really no "set" rules with crocheting cables.  It depends on your yarn, your hook, and the size of and what exactly you are making.  I decided to write this tutorial to give you an easy start on understanding the crochet cabl...

Do you need some crochet hearts for Valentine's Day or any other projects on the go?  Here's a great tutorial for you today! How to Make a Crochet Heart by SuperCrochetMom