Linen Chunky Cowl

Linen Chunky Cowl

Linen Chunky Cowl

Hey everyone!

I’ve been seeing these super chunky cowls since last year (I may be late to the party…lol) and I’ve been wanting to make my own.

That’s one of the things I love about being able to crochet. I can recreate trendy, beautiful items without spending a fortune at a boutique!

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Cranberry Chill Wrap

winter cranberry wrap

Cranberry Chill Wrap

Well hello there!

Today, I’d like to share a new pattern with you…

The Cranberry Chill Wrap!

This wrap is so stinkin’ easy and beginner friendly. It’s basically a giant rectangle.

The most difficult part is the cluster stitch and I’ve created a great little photo tutorial just to make it even easier! You can find that tutorial here.

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How to Crochet the Cluster Stitch

how to crochet the cluster stitch

How to Crochet the Cluster Stitch

Hello again!

I’m here to share another photo tutorial with you today.

This is the Cluster Stitch!

This stitch happens to be another one of my favorites! For some reason, I absolutely love the way the cluster stitch looks when it’s finished. It isn’t the easiest stitch ever created or the fastest to execute, but it’s definitely worth the extra effort when you see the final result!

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How to Crochet the Grit Stitch

How to crochet the grit stitch

How to Crochet the Grit Stitch

Hey everyone!

Today I wanted to share another photo stitch tutorial with you. This is the Grit Stitch!

This stitch is so incredibly easy and versatile! You can use it on just about anything you can imagine. It’s great for clothing, dish cloths, blankets—anything that you would rather didn’t have a lot of holes. The Grit Stitch creates a virtually solid piece of fabric.

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How To Change Colors Using The Suzette Stitch

how to change colors using the suzette stitch

This photo tutorial is all about how to change colors using the Suzette Stitch.

Changing the color of the yarn that you are working with isn’t as difficult as you may think. There are quite a few tutorials and videos dedicated to the topic for other stitches, but not many specific to the Suzette Stitch.

If you don’t know how to crochet the Suzette Stitch (which is one of my all time favorites by the way) or just need a refresher, I created another photo tutorial that is available at this link.

UPDATE: A video tutorial has been created for how to change colors using the Suzette Stitch!!! Click here to see the video!

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How to Crochet the Suzette Stitch

how to crochet the suzette stitch

How to Crochet the Suzette Stitch

The Suzette Stitch is one of my absolute favorite crochet stitches to do!

Besides the fact that it is so easy, it creates the most amazing texture and a solid fabric. Sometimes when you’re making blankets or clothing, you don’t want a bunch of holes that let the cold in. This is where the Suzette Stitch shines!

You can use it on quite a few different styles of crochet projects. You only need a multiple of 2 for your chains!

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15 Free Ruffled Baby Blanket Patterns

15 free ruffled baby blanket patterns

15 Free Ruffled Baby Blanket Patterns

Wrap those babies up in ruffles that are as cute at they are!

Today I wanted to share with you some free crochet patterns for baby blankets that are all decked out in ruffles!

You can click on the name or the photo and it will take you right to the free pattern.

So here we go!

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Rag Quilt Baby Hats and Booties

rag quilt baby hats and booties

Rag Quilt Baby Hats and Booties

Hello Everyone!

I’m so excited to give you the patterns for the hats and booties that match the Rag Quilt Style Baby Blanket! There are three size options available for both the hats and the booties. Perfect for a growing baby!

These patterns are easy and work up seriously fast, which is great if you’re looking for something to give as a gift short notice or you just don’t have a ton of time to spend crocheting.

I’ve also included two trim options. If you feel like the ruffle is too feminine, simple single crochets can replace it. I showed the results in the grey version.

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Upcycled Sunflowers

upcycled sunflowers

Upcycled Sunflowers

Well, we’re on the downward slope of summer now, heading swiftly into autumn. It will be here before we know it, but I can’t say that I’m that upset about it. Even though I love summer with all its sunshine and warmth, my heart belongs to autumn.

It’s one of those seasons that, at least in Pennsylvania, seems to start out so beautiful with the changing leaves and chill in the air…and a week later…all the leaves are gone, the trees are brown and bare and it’s freezing.

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