New crochet pattern: Diagonal Stripes Messenger Bag

I’m continuing my series of new pattern releases today by sharing the Diagonal Stripes Messenger Bag. This post contains affiliate links. This Tunisian crochet pattern is made with Lion Brand Yarns Alpine Wool, a great wool roving style yarn. The front and back panels of the bag are crocheted on the bias. If you’re new to … Read more

Crochet Pattern: Katy 6″ Square

I’m delighted to share an easy granny pattern. The Katy Square is a 6″ (15 cm) granny square. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you) if you make a purchase using these links. The yarn for the sample was generously provided by Lion Brand. I was working on a larger blanket … Read more

Crochet Pattern: Go West, Young Man Scarf

I’m excited to share a new pattern for a textured crochet scarf for men, just as the temperatures are really dropping. The Go West, Young Man Scarf makes a great gift for a special guy in your life. (It also works for everyone else – it’s super cozy!) This post contains affiliate links. I may … Read more

Gerbera

This week, I’m releasing another square pattern inspired by the Spring Garden theme of Crochetville’s National Crochet Month Designer Blog Tour.  I’m sharing one new pattern a week during NatCroMo, and these new patterns are available as free Ravelry downloads through March with the coupon code NatCroMo14. I call this square Gerbera.  Unlike the other 3 square … Read more

FO Friday: Brooklyn’s Baby Blanket

Way back in February, I learned my cousin had a newborn daughter via Facebook.  Her name is Brooklyn. (Yes, like me, my cousin was born in Brooklyn, but he hasn’t lived there for about 20 years). I decided to make her a baby blanket using some stash yarn.  I started with the motif from Frankie … Read more

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