Last week's FAN-tastic Hook-Up was another fun week of projects! We loved seeing so many links and can't wait to see what everyone is up to this week! This is a joint link party hosted by Pattern Paradise and Crystalized Designs – your entry on one site shows up on both and we both promote the featured projects on our social media sites! This week we have a little extra treat for you! We're sponsoring a giveaway from Sick Lil Monkeys! Be sure to enter the giveaway here for your chance to win … [Read more...] about FAN-tastic Hook-Up #8
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The Chameleon Hat Challenge
If you've been following my blog you know that each month I post a new free crochet pattern in the Chameleon Hat Series. The Chameleon challenge started early this year when I designed a basic beanie for Valentine's Day and then modified it for an Olympic theme. I wondered if I could take the same basic pattern and make small changes to modify it each month for an ever changing look and theme - hence the name Chameleon. Well 11 months later I'm happy to say it has been a fun and challenging … [Read more...] about The Chameleon Hat Challenge
New Crochet Pattern – Jingle Jangle Stocking
Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells...... The Jingle Jangle Stocking pattern is here! This crochet pattern works up super quick with a variation of the V stitches and I've provide two different finishes for the striped, fold over cuff  and toe too! The pattern includes pictures to make the heel flap a breeze and the striping effect makes for endless color combinations! Make them for the whole family or use them as gift giving packaging for bottles of wine, gift cards and more. The pattern is … [Read more...] about New Crochet Pattern – Jingle Jangle Stocking
New Crochet Pattern – Coastal Splendor Blanket
The Coastal Splendor Crochet Blanket was a labor of love. You see, my son lives in the Northeast and one day last winter he was telling me that his apartment was particularly cold, so I did what any crocheting mom would do --- I crocheted him an extra thick, warm blanket! He loved his gift and now his girlfriend wants one too! With the holidays quickly arriving, this blanket would make a very thoughtful gift for a loved one. The pattern is on sale through October 24th in my Ravelry … [Read more...] about New Crochet Pattern – Coastal Splendor Blanket
FREE Crochet Pattern – Pumpkin Pickin’
I know, there are dozens of crochet pumpkin hat patterns out there already, but I received a special request to make one and couldn't resist writing the pattern. So, this is my version of the fall pumpkin hat pattern, I hope you enjoy!  FOR EASY REFERENCE, CLICK HERE TO ADD TO YOUR RAVELRY FAVORITES AND QUEUES! Materials: Worsted Weight yarn in orange and green Hook: US H/5.00mm Gauge: 8 hdc/6 rows = 2" Sizes: Newborn - 3 MONTHS - 12-14"/5" … [Read more...] about FREE Crochet Pattern – Pumpkin Pickin’
FAN-tastic Hook-Up #3
Last week was another great week in the FAN-tastic Hook Up and we cannot wait to see what everyone links this coming week! This is a joint linky party hosted alternately by Crystalized Designs and Pattern Paradise. Link up to one of our sites and it will show on both, with the top clicked links featured the following week. And without further ado, here's last weeks top clicked links! The top links in order are as follows: Candy Ribbon Afghan Another tie! Sea Song Blanket and … [Read more...] about FAN-tastic Hook-Up #3
FAN-tastic Hook-Up #2
Wow! Here we are for our second FAN-tastic Hook-Up! This is a joint link party hosted by Pattern Paradise and Crystalized Designs – your entry on one site shows up on both and we both promote the featured projects on our social media sites!  We feature the top 3 clicked projects and here they are: Click on the links below to view the top 3 most clicked projects! #1 Cowl by Mollie Marie Made. #2 is a tie!  Furrylicious Booties by Crystal and Shawl by Crochet 'n Crafts #3 Sun Hat by DJ … [Read more...] about FAN-tastic Hook-Up #2