Crocheted Sunflower Brooch – Crafting Solidarity
The sunflower has long been a symbol of hope, resilience, and unity, but in recent years, it has taken on even greater meaning as a representation of solidarity with Ukraine. The blue and yellow of the Ukrainian flag symbolize the vast blue sky over the golden wheat fields, a reminder of the country’s strength, beauty, […]
The Ultimate Yarn Yardage Guide for Every Project & Every Body
At last! A yarn yardage guide every body can use! We’ve all been there—you walk into a yarn shop or browse an online store and fall in love with a gorgeous skein of yarn. The colors, the texture, the potential! But then comes the big question: What can I make with this? How much yarn […]
DIY Beeswax Wrap & Crocheted Banana Hat Pattern
Keep Your Bananas Fresher with a DIY Beeswax Wrap & Crocheted Banana Hat If you’ve ever spotted those adorable crocheted banana hats online, you might have wondered—do they actually help keep bananas fresh? The truth is, the crochet part is just for fun; sealing off the banana stems can help contain the ethylene gas they […]
Caron Geometric Grid Crochet Shawl Pattern
My latest crocheted shawl project using the easy and free Caron Geometric Grid pattern. Perfect for travel and a thoughtful gift for my Mom.
Race to Finish Crochet Lapghan Pattern
Crochet this easy-to-remember lapghan pattern with a beautiful mix of textures and three yarn colors.
The Bella Cosa Shawl
This is my second Bella Cosa Shawl – and I have to say it’s one of my favorite patterns simply because it’s easy to memorize and, for that reason, can be done while listening to audiobooks! 😀 The yarn is also so soft and easy to take care of. I’ve washed the first one I […]
A cozy buffalo plaid or gingham crocheted afghan
A perfectly weighted soft and squishy afghan using the griddle stitch, that is fun and easy to crochet!
Baby Yoda Hat Crochet Pattern
3/2/20 Pattern updated to reflect changes in the ears. Inspired by a special request from my niece and her husband who wanted a special “Yoda hat” for their newborn baby boy. I was given a picture and did research and found a pattern on Pinterest of course, which I immediately started. The hat part went […]
Crochet Coasters
I have made these little coasters for myself and given to others as gifts. The simple crochet pattern works up quickly in just 4 rounds! The cotton yarn is washable, and great for either cold or hot beverages–at the office or at home. Finished size: 5″ diameter Materials: 100% Cotton Medium Weight Yarn (4) Crochet Hook J […]
Crocheted Wine Bottle Cozy
Wine Bottle Cozy Crochet Pattern Updated May 25, 2018 to include a great demo on how to slip stitch and form the base. Every now and then my husband and I go to a BYOB house concert. I pack a basket with a thermos of coffee, cups, sugar, cream for later 😉 and a couple […]