I’m so excited to kick off CAL Central’s Back-to-School crochet-a-long with a pencil (or crochet hook) case featuring one of my favorite crochet stitches, the fantail stitch. I’ve combined this lacy stitch with a sturdy, no-sew liner that keeps your pencils (or hooks) inside so they don’t poke through your stitches. Make the liner in … Read more
I’m sharing my first pattern as part of the 2017 Holiday Blog Hop today, and guess what? It’s actually TWO patterns — for the In the Neighborhood Slouchy Hat and Keyhole Scarf, a coordinated set! I originally designed these patterns for the Yarnbox Classic Crochet subscription’s July 2017 shipment in the new-to-me (and stunningly beautiful) … Read more
The In the Neighborhood Keyhole Scarf works up quickly because it’s much shorter than a traditional scarf, but you can still wrap it snuggly around your neck for maximum warmth. (You can find the coordinating pattern for the In the Neighborhood Slouchy Hat in 3 sizes here.) This pattern is part of the 2017 Holiday … Read more
The In the Neighborhood Slouchy Hat is a great way to play with color and texture while combining yarns in two contrasting colors. The slouchy crochet hat pattern is available in three sizes, so you can make one for yourself, one for a child in your life, or one for a baby shower gift. (You … Read more
The Little Dots, Big Dots Infinity Scarf features simple circle-in-a-square motifs that are connected with the join-as-you-go method. This easy and bold infinity scarf to crochet will brighten your day. A soft, cotton yarn makes this neck warmer perfect for wearing year round on all but the coldest winter nights. This post contains affiliate links. … Read more