I made this granny square Kindle cover to keep my ereader a little bit protected when it goes into my purse. It’s such a quick, easy and cute pattern that I wanted to share it with you, too. How to Crochet a Granny Square Granny squares are one of the most basic crochet stitch patterns […]
Red Heart Granny Square Yarn Review
This Red Heart Granny Square yarn review takes a look at the special Red Heart yarns that they say make it easier to make standard or flower granny squares without having to change colors. What is Granny Square Yarn? Red Heart first released their All in One Granny Square yarn in 2024. It’s a multicolored […]
American Made Yarn Producers
With the threat of tariffs against non-American made goods looming, it’s a great time to take a look at some American made yarn producers. Whether you want to buy American because it has a smaller environmental impact or because it might be less expensive in the future, these yarn makers are great ones to know. […]
Crochet Coasters Pattern: Learn to Crochet
If you’ve been wanting to learn to crochet or just need a refresher, this crochet coasters pattern is a good one. I’ll walk you through making coasters in single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet so you can build your confidence quickly. Why Crochet Coasters? These crochet coasters are a great first or early […]
Knitting with Cotton Yarn and Crocheting with Cotton
Cotton yarn is popular among knitters and crocheters because it is inexpensive, durable and comes in lots of colors, but there are a few things you should know when knitting with cotton yarn (or crocheting, for that matter). What is Cotton Yarn? Cotton yarn is spun from the fluffy part of the cotton plant, and […]
Granny Stitch Crochet Afghan Pattern
This granny stitch crochet afghan is easy to crochet with all your yarn leftovers from other projects. Make it any size you want, from a baby blanket to bed size or anything in between. Check out this easy granny stitch crochet blanket pattern with ideas for making it your own. How to Crochet a Granny […]
Crochet Christmas Decorations
Cover your home in festive crochet with this collection of patterns for crochet Christmas decorations! We’ve already covered crochet Christmas ornaments, but if you want to add even more handmade holiday cheer to your home, these projects are a great place to start. Crochet Garland Patterns One of my favorite ways to bring a handmade […]