Crochet Pattern: Simple Rectangular Granny Blanket

The Simple Rectangular Granny Blanket is a variation on the traditional granny square pattern that can easily be adjusted to your preferred size. I added a chain space border (with easy instructions for adding more border rows, if you’d like) for a simple but decorative edging. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation … Read more

Knitting Pattern: Grass Stitch Dishcloth

This is the twenty-second pattern in the Knitted Kitchen Blog Hop: Learn A New Stitch Dishcloth Series 2017. In this post, you can find all the information you’ll need to follow along and get access to all 48 patterns. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you) if … Read more

Introducing Granny Square Month 2017

Earlier this year, I asked my newsletter subscribers about their favorite crafts projects for warmer weather. It turns out that many of my readers turn to granny squares when temperatures rise. It’s no surprise, since crocheted motifs are portable and use just a small amount of yarn (including scrap yarn from other projects). Granny squares … Read more

Crafty Love Link Party #22 (June, 2017)

Are you getting ready for summer? I’ve already made the transition to smaller crochet or knitting projects (or plant fiber yarns), even though the local weather isn’t cooperating. I just started an Underground Crafters Facebook group. If you’re on Facebook, I’d love it if you’d become one of the first members. Thank you! This post … Read more

Cricut Basics: Tools and Supplies (with Yarn Lover Project Tutorial)

As a relatively new Cricut owner, I’ve been having fun exploring different tools and supplies. If you’re not sure you’re getting the most out of your machine, in this post I’ll share my must-have list of Cricut tools and supplies, along with a quick and easy project for yarn lovers using holographic vinyl and transfer … Read more

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