How To Join Granny Squares (or Other Projects) with the Mattress Stitch

I don’t think it’s any secret that I love to crochet blankets and granny squares. (if you need further evidence, you may enjoy my free crochet pattern for the Mod 9-Patch Blanket.) I’ve experimented with many different joining techniques and to be honest, I don’t have a favorite. Today, I’m sharing one way to easily join granny … Read more

Picnic Basket Shawl Crochet Along: Week 2

Welcome to the Picnic Basket Shawl Crochet Along! If you’re just learning about the CAL, read this post for more details and links to the rest of the crochet along. Today, I’m sharing the second clue. We’ll be continuing to work through Rows 4-6. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost … Read more

20+ (Mostly Free) Crochet Patterns for Warm-Weather Hats

On Fridays, I share a link blast on Twitter and Facebook to get you excited about crocheting all weekend! Keeping with the #FlashbackFriday meme, I’m sharing patterns were first released at least 12 months ago. Today, I’m sharing a roundup of 20+ mostly free crochet patterns for warm-weather hats! Whether you are shielding yourself from the sun, having a “bad … Read more

Crochet Pattern: Diagonal Rainbows Baby Blanket

I’m so excited to share this pattern with you today! I originally designed this corner-to-corner baby blanket for the FaveCrafts Blog, and they titled the post “The Stunningly Beautiful Crochet Baby Blanket You Need In Your LIfe.” I think it came out great, and I’d love to hear what you think! This post contains affiliate … Read more

#Crochet #TipsTuesday: How to add a project to Ravelry for an online crochet- or knit-a-long

We’re only one week into July and it’s already shaping up as the summer of the online crochet-a-long (CAL). I just started the Picnic Basket Shawl CAL last week, and there are several more fun crochet-a-longs in progress, including the Sea-Foam Mandala Pillow CAL on Crochet Memories, the Christmas Present CAL on ELK Studio, the Wildflower Shoulder Bag … Read more

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