When I wrote my post about crochet shorts patterns, I had actually never done it, so if you want to learn how to crochet shorts, let’s do it together. Crochet Shorts Inspiration When I decided I wanted to learn how to crochet shorts I was watching this video from it’s erin b, who uses a […]
Felted Bag Knitting Pattern
I feel like one knitting technique that’s ripe for a comeback is felting, so let’s give it a try with this felted bag knitting pattern! My very first book was about felting knitting, and it’s such a fun way to change the look and characteristics of your knitting projects. You might think of it as […]
Easy Knit Pumpkin Pattern
This easy knit pumpkin pattern is perfect for beginners and anyone else who wants to make a bunch of pumpkins quickly. Using garter stitch worked flat, it’s the stuffing and finishing that makes this knit square into a pumpkin shape. Let me show you how to do it. Supplies For the small pumpkins you’ll need […]
Make a Cat Bookmark and Read about Feline-Inspired Idioms
Today we’re celebrating the release of Cat Got Your Tongue by making a super cute and simple cat bookmark out of felt! About Cat Got Your Tongue Cat Got Your Tongue by Hannah Shaw celebrates phrases from around the world that have to do with cats. (Thanks to the publisher for sharing a review copy […]
Crochet Bookmark Made with Embroidery Floss
I recently wrote about how to crochet with embroidery floss, and I wanted to come up with a project you could try that would actually make something useful, so I made this crochet bookmark. It uses an easy mesh pattern that is all chains and slip stitches (plus one row of single crochet on each […]
Crocheting with Embroidery Floss
If you’re used to crocheting with heavier yarn, the idea of crocheting with embroidery floss can be intimidating. But actually embroidery thread isn’t as thin as some threads used for fine crochet work, so it’s a nice transition between yarn and thread if you want to work your way down to being able to use […]
Crochet Shorts Patterns
I’ve shared knit shorts patterns and a couple of sets of shorts sewing patterns, so it’s high time we get some crochet shorts patterns, too! Crochet shorts are quick and easy to make and you might be surprised they are generally good for new crocheters to make because they usually use simple stitches. There might […]