~ Don’t lose it, add the Basic Throw Pillow to your Ravelry Favorites ~ Cushy Rug Scroll down for the free pattern  ~or~ Purchase an ad-free PDF version on Ravelry And don’t forget to Pin It Too Find all my FREE crochet patterns HERE Not a newsletter subscriber yet? What are you waiting for? Join now! The Cushy Rug is a great way to add a bit of color, warmth and softness to your home! This rug is so easy and works up … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Cushy Rug
Free Crochet Pattern: Basic Throw Pillow
~ Don’t lose it, add the Basic Throw Pillow to your Ravelry Favorites ~ Basic Throw Pillow Scroll down for the free pattern  ~or~ Purchase an ad-free PDF version on Ravelry And don’t forget to Pin It Too Find all my FREE crochet patterns HERE Not a newsletter subscriber yet? What are you waiting for? Join now! I always feel like sprucing up my house in the Spring, so why not start with a Basic Throw Pillow. This throw … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Basic Throw Pillow
Free Crochet Pattern: Itty Bitty Hearts
Pin the Itty Bitty Hearts for later! Show the pattern love by adding it to your favorites on Ravelry! Itty Bitty Hearts Scroll down for the free Itty Bitty Hearts pattern  And don’t forget to Pin It Too Find all my FREE crochet patterns HERE Not a newsletter subscriber yet? What are you waiting for? Join now! These tiny little itty bitty hearts are made with just one round of stitches so they are super quick to work up. They … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Itty Bitty Hearts
Free Crochet Pattern: Criss Cross Newsboy Hat
Pin the Criss Cross Newsboy Hat for later! Show the Criss Cross Newsboy Hat pattern love by adding it to your favorites on Ravelry! Criss Cross Newsboy Hat Scroll down for the free pattern  ~or~ Purchase an ad-free PDF version on Ravelry And don’t forget to Pin the Criss Cross Newsboy Hat Too Find all my FREE crochet patterns HERE Not a newsletter subscriber yet? What are you waiting for? Join now! The Criss Cross Newsboy Hat is the third … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Criss Cross Newsboy Hat
Free Crochet Pattern: Criss Cross Fingerless Gloves
Pin the Criss Cross Fingerless Gloves for later! Show the pattern love by adding it to your favorites on Ravelry! Criss Cross Fingerless Gloves Scroll down for the free pattern  ~or~ Purchase an ad-free PDF version on Ravelry And don’t forget to Pin It Too Find all my FREE crochet patterns HERE Not a newsletter subscriber yet? What are you waiting for? Join now! Size: Teen/Adult (Palm circumference = 7" … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Criss Cross Fingerless Gloves
Photo Tutorial: Basket Weave or Criss Cross Stitch
Pin this Basket Weave (Criss Cross) Stitch tutorial to save it for later! I call it the Criss Cross Stitch, however, this is really a variation of the Basket Weave Stitch also known as Interweave Cable Stitch, Diagonal Weave or Celtic Weave Stitch. Whatever you call it, it creates a beautiful, thick fabric with a woven look that I think is quite unique. I designed several patterns using this stitch and affectionately refer to the stitch as "criss cross". Here are … [Read more...] about Photo Tutorial: Basket Weave or Criss Cross Stitch
Free Crochet Pattern: Ripple Slouch Hat
Add the Ripple Slouch Hat to your favorites on Ravelry I’ve always loved the look of a beret style hat, but wasn't sure a crochet one would stay put very well. So this is more of a beret-style slouch hat that is nice and snug around the brim to keep it in place. I used some beautiful custom-dyed, hand-spun yarn that I won from Spun Ware Over the Rainbow and it was such a pleasure to work with. Ripple Slouch Hat Scroll down for the free … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Ripple Slouch Hat
Free Crochet Pattern: Wide Criss Cross Headband
Pin the Criss Cross Headband for later! Show it some love by adding it to your favorites on Ravelry! Criss Cross Headband Scroll down for the free pattern  ~or~ Purchase an ad-free PDF version on Ravelry And don’t forget to Pin It Too Find all my FREE crochet patterns HERE Not a newsletter subscriber yet? What are you waiting for? Join now! I love hats, but unfortunately I don't look very good in them, but, I have found that a well placed … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Wide Criss Cross Headband
5 Tips for Photographing Crochet
Pin 5 Tips for Photographing Crochet to save it for later! High quality photography is the most important part of selling your crafts. In some cases it can make or break the sale; however, there's no need to invest in expensive photography products. You can create your own great photos with just a few easy photography tips. 1. Natural Lighting is Best Lighting is the most important step of photography. There are some affordable tabletop lighting setups available, but the best place … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Photographing Crochet
Free Crochet Pattern: Block Stitch Square
Block Stitch Square Scroll down for the free pattern  ~or~ Add it to your favorites on Ravelry And don’t forget to Pin It Too Most commonly referred to as the block stitch, but sometimes also called the mosaic stitch or dot stitch, this square features accent colored single crochet stitches that provide interest and little pops of color in between rounds of the classic granny stitch. After blocking, the finished square measures 6 inches x 6 inches, … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Block Stitch Square
Free Crochet Pattern: Peaks & Valleys Chevron Pillow
Pin The Peaks & Valleys Chevron Pillow For Later! Add it to your Ravelry Favorites! Peaks & Valleys Chevron Pillow Scroll down for the free pattern  ~or~ Purchase an ad-free PDF version on Ravelry And don’t forget to Pin It Too Find all my FREE crochet patterns HERE The Peaks & Valleys Chevron Pillow is a basic chevron design with added cuteness! Mix up the colors for a striped effect or add the pretty flowers for a summery … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Peaks & Valleys Chevron Pillow
Free Crochet Pattern: Spring Into Summer Baby Shoes
Add to your favorites on Ravelry! "Pin It" for later too! Spring Into Summer Baby Shoes Scroll down for the free pattern  ~or~ Purchase an ad-free PDF version on Ravelry And don’t forget to Pin It Too Find all my FREE crochet patterns HERE Baby Shoes are such fun to make and they go so quickly too, so why not make them in lots of different colors. These are kind of a cross between a ballet slipper and a Mary Jane … [Read more...] about Free Crochet Pattern: Spring Into Summer Baby Shoes