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Easy Crochet Summer Top

This easy crochet summer top is truly beginner friendly! Two straight panels using one basic stitch, seam the center and sides and your crochet summer top is ready to wear. EASY!You don’t even need a border with this design. The finished edges look like tiny scallops for an…

Crochet Wearables for Beginners

Something really FUN! A CRAZY COOL CROCHET FASHION SHOW featuring crochet wearables for beginners. Cool idea right? These crochet patterns are mostly easy enough for beginners, yet still fun for the experienced crocheter. You can watch the fashion show in the video below. The video begins with an explanation of…

Free Crochet Patterns for Beginners

I am so thrilled to bring you these awesome FREE crochet patterns for beginners! Crochet beginners searching for doable crochet patterns should find something here that they can try. It was my intent to find you really nice designs that are fairly easy for newbies. As everyone’s skills (and…

Crochet Pillow Cover for Beginner

Wow! Look at this Crochet Pillow cover for beginner versus the store bought version. Save a fortune on home decor when you make your own crochet pillow cover. They look nearly identical!This easy crochet pillow cover uses a variation on the Crunch Stitch. I used single crochet rather than…

Crochet Tips and Tricks

Be the best that you can be! Best crocheter that is! You might find some new crochet tips and tricks here. Watch the video for the detail. And don’t forget to give me a big thumbs up! thankyouverymuch And, uhm…there is a bit of controversy toward the end…

Craft Fair Crochet Ideas

Does this photo of a craft fair make your heart soar? Are you a craft fair or craft show participant? Are you looking for fresh craft fair crochet ideas? I’ve got you covered!New Crochet ProductIf you want more traffic to your booth and more sales, you need…

Crochet Summer Tops Free Patterns

For your convenience and viewing/creating pleasure…several crochet summer tops FREE PATTERNS from various favorite creators…all in one place! Enjoy!You are sure to find your next crochet summer project below. So many great crochet summer tops to choose from!THE DESCRIPTION AND PATTERN LINK APPEAR ABOVE THE…

Add a Zipper to Crochet Projects

Learn how to easily add a zipper to crochet projects. You can add a zipper to crochet bags, add a zipper to crochet pillow covers, add a zipper to crochet garments…add a zipper where you please!All you need is a zipper, regular sewing needle and regular thread. If…

Crochet Color Block Sweater

This crochet color block sweater is a really fun crochet wearable. Make some basic panels using the center single crochet stitch, also known as the crochet knit-stitch, and you’ve got yourself an easy to wear crochet pullover. If this is a new stitch for you, be sure to…

Crochet Oversized Sweater Dress

SO versatile! This crochet oversized sweater dress can easily be made short or long. Skip the large front pocket and wear it with a wide belt for a different look. Easily adjusts for larger sizes. No multiple required! The video tutorial below is provided for your convenience. Please view it…

Crochet Top with Puff Sleeves

FREE CROCHET PATTERNS. Be ON TREND with this crochet top with puff sleeves, or crochet bolero with balloon sleeves. This design is unique and gorgeous! The puff sleeves make this a true statement piece.Wow your friends with this crochet bolero. Wear it over a cami and jeans or over…

Chunky Crochet Sweater

This chunky crochet sweater is super cozy and warm. It works up super fast using super bulky yarn. Is that enough “supers” for you? LOL! We also use a massive size Q hook that helps work it up much faster than most crochet sweaters. BACK VIEWHere is the video…

Easy Crochet Ripple Throw

This easy crochet ripple throw or crochet ripple stitch blanket, was designed as a decorative END OF BED THROW, or a SOFA THROW It is a stylish STATEMENT PIECE, unlike your typical ripple stitch throw. This crochet throw uses a very bold, long and wide pattern. The typical count is…

Crochet Easy Granny Square Top

Crochet easy granny square top is fun to make and easy to wear! Uses the beautiful Willow granny square in lightweight, summery yarn.The video tutorial is below. Written pattern is below. Etsy printable pattern available soon! Please be sure to subscribe to this blog and my YouTube channel if…

Crochet Knit Look Sweater

So comfy! This crochet knit look sweater will be your go-to winter sweater pullover. Soft, cozy and warm. The center single crochet stitch, also known as the waistcoat stitch, gives the appearance of a knit stitch. Gorgeous!This classic crochet women’s sweater pullover can be made with a…

Crochet Heart Pillow Free Pattern

Crochet heart pillow free pattern and video tutorial are below. This crochet heart pillow is made with the fun crochet bobble stitch. This is a perfect crochet gift for Valentine’s Day! Use different colors to fit your home decor. The design is subtle and will fit in any home…

Long Crochet Cape

Crochet CAPE pattern for my version of the beautiful Serena Joy Handmaid’s Tale coat or Handmaid’s Tale cloak. Stylish, easy to wear capes are more popular than ever. This long crochet cape is open in front with open armholes on the sides.Please watch the accompanying video below…

How to Change Colors in Crochet

If you have not yet learned how to change colors in crochet…hang on to your hooks! Learning how to change yarn colors in crochet will open up new opportunities to expand your crochet skills and create so many more cool crochet items.As I mention in the video below…

Crochet Vest for Beginners

This crochet vest for beginners works up fast for instant creative satisfaction! The fur trim adds an extra special pop of interest. We use a #5 bulky yarn and the easy….I repeat…EASY crochet Moss stitch which uses only the most basic crochet stitches. Written pattern and separate video…

Crochet Crossover Wrap Free Pattern

This unique version of a crochet crossover wrap features diamonds and a border using the fun, easy to learn, bobble stitch. The back view is a totally new design for a one of a kind look. If the back view doesn’t float your boat…you can skip the back…

Easy Crochet Pillow Cover Color Blocks

Easy crochet pillow cover color blocks in muted, soothing tones. This crochet cushion cover is perfect in farmhouse style decor. The pop of fringe makes this crochet pillow special.You may view the video tutorial below provided for your convenience. Please be sure to subscribe on YouTube by clicking the…

Crochet Poncho Color Blocks

Free crochet patterns and video for this crochet poncho color blocks. A fun twist on the super popular crochet poncho uses earthy, neutral colors in readily available #4 yarn. Add fringe to only one side of the front and one side of the back for a cool style update.The…

Crochet Chevron Coat Pattern

Crazy cool Crochet Chevron Coat pattern. Crochet long cardigan. Cozy, warm and gorgeous! Perfect for cool fall weather. Easy to learn crochet chevron stitch makes this a fun and unusual crochet cardigan.Make this unique crochet chevron coat or crochet long cardigan and wow your friends (and yourself!). Using the…

Crochet Jacket Free Pattern

This crochet jacket FREE PATTERN will be the coolest crochet project you ever made! I call this the Crochet Sherpa Wool Jacket. Of course we use yarn, not actual sherpa wool! This pattern uses the knit-look stitch, center single crochet, which makes it look that much more impressive. This…