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As part of my exploration of crochet ribbing, I decided to try out this half double crochet and slip stitch variation. Scroll down to see the written pattern, diagram, and my very first crochet video tutorial for this stitch! Written Pattern Materials 5mm crochet hook Red Heart Super Savers yarn in Buff tapestry needle Pattern …
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Hedgehogs are such adorable creatures! I've never seen a hedgehog in person (they're illegal to own without a permit in my state). That being said, I follow a handful of hedgehogs on Instagram! I named this little hedgehog Pepper for the variegated white and brown specks that look like salt n' pepper. I worked …
Since I started crocheting I've had a sort of fascination with ribbed stitches. I love the plush texture and elasticity they provide to crochet accessories and garments. This year I'd like to explore all the possibilities of crochet ribbing and create a resource for crochet pattern designing. Every week I'll be exploring a different …
Lately I've been experimenting with different types of crochet ribbing. I love the texture and elasticity a ribbed stitch gives to crochet fabrics. My trials & errors lead to these 'knit look' boot cuffs. They're so easy to make, use only a bit of yarn, and work up super quickly! If you'd like, you can …
Where has all the season gone? It feels like just yesterday I was anxiously awaiting Christmas crafting. With only 8 days until Christmas left, I have just a few more little stocking stuffers to create. I've assembled this list of free ( & very cute!) crochet patterns that you can make really quickly if you're …
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My mom adores pugs! We even have a pug of our own. Here he is looking incredibly sassy in his outerwear. I stumbled upon a tutorial for this cute little crochet pug on Youtube and I couldn't resist making one! The tutorial is all in Russian but you can turn on English subtitles. I found …
Free Crochet Pattern - Huber the Polar Bear
This year my Secret Santa had a bottle of wine on her wishlist. Because the budget limit for our gift swap is pretty low, It's difficult to purchase a really special gift. I did some crochet 'research' to find low cost ways to make her gift last longer than just a bottle of wine. …
I found this free crochet llama pattern in German and I couldn't resist making it! This is the first time that I've ever successfully completed a project written in a different language and I feel quite proud. I figured that I'd share my insight on following the German pattern for any English speakers who'd like …
I found this free crochet llama pattern in German and I couldn't resist making it! This is the first time that I've ever successfully completed a project written in a different language and I feel quite proud. If you need help translating the pattern, You can check out THIS post that details the process I …