Much like the granny square, the Chevron afghan (also known as zig-zag afghan) is a hallmark of crochet that even most non-crafters recognize. After all, whose grandma didn’t have one of these afghans on the back of her couch?! You see Chevron afghans all the time in the background of tv and movies, and there’s a good reason for that! They have a unique look, fun design, and they’re easy to make!
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Easy Knit-Look Hat – Beginner Friendly Crochet Pattern
Read moreLooking for a hat pattern that doesn’t include rounds? Maybe you’re a beginner who wants to get some experience with basic stitches before moving on to making more complex shapes, or maybe you’re a veteran yarncrafter who just wants an easy pattern as a breather between projects. Either way, you will love this easy ribbed, knit-look hat! Plus, you can make it in different sizes, so go ahead and make one for everyone in the family!
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Rose Granny Square – Crochet Pattern
Read moreRoses are red, violets are blue – I love this easy crochet pattern, and so will you! If you’re looking for a fun, easy Valentine’s Day project that is also a great stash buster, then look no further! These beautiful, textured, three-dimensional rose granny squares would look lovely as a blanket, pillow, scarf, tote bag, or just about anything else – so feel free to get creative!
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Amigurumi Smitten Kitten – Crochet Pattern
Read moreMeet the Smitten Kitten – a heartwarming little amigurumi cat who is here to make your Valentine’s Day a little sweeter! This adorable design is both festive and easy to make. The mix of pink, white, and red is perfect for the most romantic day of the year, and the simple chibi design makes this little kitty work up very fast!
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Puppy Love – Amigurumi Dog Crochet Pattern
Read moreIt’s almost Valentine’s season, and that means there are cute red, white and pink stuffed animals just about everywhere! But how about hand making a little crocheted stuffed animal for your loved ones this year? I introduce to you Puppy Love, the world’s cutest amigurumi Valentine’s dog! This cutie is easy, fast, and fun to make, and makes a great gift! How cute would it be to make a pair of these pups to gift to your favorite couple? The…
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Mermaid Messy Bun Hat for Teens & Adults – Crochet Pattern
Read moreMessy bun hats just got even more fun! Add some mermaid magic to this cute, clever and functional concept by crocheting this Mermaid Messy Bun Hat. It can be worn two ways – with the “fin” above the opening (best for ponytails), and below the opening (best for messy buns). The pattern works up fairly quickly and uses the beautifully textured Crocodile Stitch! What a great way to stay warm, wear your hair up, and be unique all at the…
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Mermaid Messy Bun Hat for Kids – Crochet Pattern
Read moreRock out the rest of your winter by being a magical, messy mermaid with this adorable Mermaid Messy Bun Hat! It’s easy to make and has a gorgeous sparkle and texture when finished. Made using the crocodile stitch, the hat looks like mermaid “scales” and is topped off with a “fin” – the pattern shows how to make it adjustable so you can wear it under your messy bun on the hat, or above your ponytail!
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Blooming Flower Tea Cozy – Crochet Pattern
Read moreTea time just got a little fancier! This tea cozy is fun and easy to make. It’s made up of just two very easy blocks of single crochet / single crochet decrease, then sewn together and accented with the flower motif. It’s sure to please anyone who loves drinking tea and wants to dress up their favorite teapot!
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Capitol Couture Newsboy Hat – Crochet Pattern
Read moreThere’s nothing like a good chunky hat in the winter, but what if your hat could be both cozy and stylish?! This Newsboy style hat is cute, comfy, and fashion-forward! It’s also fast, easy and fun to make. It only uses one skein of yarn, so you can make your own newsboy hats in all different colors to match any outfit! This hat is also based on a very special contest from Lion Brand Yarn, which I am so excited…
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12 Weeks of Christmas: Caroling Coffee – Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
Read moreThis little amigurumi coffee ornament is so cute, it’s sure to have you caroling in no time! Get in the Christmas spirit with this final pattern in my 12 Weeks of Christmas series – it’s fun and easy to make, and makes such a great gift for any coffee lover! And since it only uses a few basic stitches, this is also an easy pattern that newcomers to amigurumi can enjoy, too!