My nephew's first birthday present, crochet cars and planes! Great handmade baby boy gift idea!
Tag: crochet blog
Crochet a Clean Color Change in the Round: 2 Methods
This post explains two crochet techniques: "clean color change" for a blended look and "clean SHARP color change" for distinct colors. Detailed instructions for a striped ball pattern and how these methods impact design height are also included.
I’m Crafting More This Year (definitely, probably, maybe…)
To kick off this year, I wanted to share a couple of methods that worked for me to spend more time crafting last year. I'm also sharing a second (bonus?) list of things I'm excited about, but very surely not resolving to do, this year.
7 Free Ways to Support Independent Pattern Designers
Jess provides 7 free ways (and 3 paid ways) to help support independent pattern designers in any craft. She speaks from her own experience learning about how makers monetize their work and shares examples of items she has made from others' patterns.
Free Jungle Animal Finger Puppets Crochet Pattern
Free pattern to crochet jungle animal finger puppets! Crochet an Elephant, Lion, Monkey, Frog and Wolf for the cutest playtime!
Free Wristlet Pattern: From the Archives
Free crochet pattern for a cute and functional wristlet. It's updated to include a button closure option and more functional strap options.
Free Farm Animal Crochet Finger Puppets Pattern
Free crochet finger puppets pattern for 8 farm animals.
Free Soap Saver Crochet Pattern
Fast and free crochet pattern for a soap saver/soap sack! Classic design with customizable size to fit any soap bar.
If I Must Wash the Dishes…
Using handmade dishcloths is not just more visually appealing, I think it really invites a mindful approach to a dreaded chore. I hope that each time I use them, these dishcloths remind me to be grateful for the meals that filled my belly and created the dirty dishes. I hope they remind me to be grateful for running water, to be grateful for a clean, healthy apartment, and to be grateful for dishwashers.
Introducing: What I Made Last Weekend
I’m here for those who want to experience, or recapture, the joy of creating.