37+ Free Handmade Gift Ideas for Kids

We’ve come to the end of the first week of our fourth annual Christmas in July Make Along, which means it must be time for a roundup! Today I’m sharing 37+ free handmade gift ideas for kids. This roundup includes crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns for softies and toys, accessories and garments, and more for … Read more

Simple Crochet Shawl Pattern: Isabel

I love making simple crochet shawls. You can usually crochet them while watching streaming or waiting for an appointment, as just the border has complexity. These make great gifts or you can even donate them as prayer shawls. The Isabel Shawl is a simple crochet shawl pattern I designed as a winter holiday gift for … Read more

Sectional Blanket 25: Basketweave

Welcome to Week 25 of the Sectional Blanket mystery crochet along! This week, we will crochet the Basketweave Section using a classic combination of front and back post stitches with great texture. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you) if you make a purchase using these links. Materials … Read more

Crochet Baby Cardigan Pattern: Little One Cardigan

I’m excited to share the first pattern in the fourth annual Christmas in July Make Along and the second pattern by the Underground Crafter Design Team! The Little One Cardigan is an adorable crochet baby cardigan pattern made with just two skeins of yarn. The beautiful cable details make this an heirloom type project and … Read more

2022 Christmas in July Make Along

I’ve teamed up with 27 other bloggers for the fourth annual Christmas in July Make Along! We’re bringing you a month full of free patterns to kick start the handmade holiday season — including crochet, knitting, and sewing projects. There’s something new to make every day in July, and you can also enter to win … Read more

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