This crochet star pillow was by request of my almost 16-year-old, so you know I dropped everything to make it for her. I had some of this orange ombre blanket yarn and was going to make a baby blanket, but she declared the colors looked like a star so I quickly pivoted to making a […]
Easy Crochet Pumpkin Pattern
Make this easy crochet pumpkin with single crochet! The pumpkin has a flat bottom, then the sides are worked in the round and stitches are decreased at the top to finish. There’s also a little crocheted stem for extra cuteness. Supplies You’ll need about 75 yards of worsted/medium/weight 4 yarn. I used Red Heart Super […]
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 […]
Crochet Scrunchie Pattern
Ponytail holders are uncomfortable and no fun to wear, so let’s make it nice with this crochet scrunchie pattern. I don’t know why my hair has been annoying me so much lately, but I’ve been going for ponytails a lot recently. The only problem is the ponytail holders I have are both ugly and uncomfortable. […]
Face Scrubbie Crochet Pattern
I don’t usually wear makeup, so while other people might call these makeup remover pads (which they totally can be!) for me it’s just a face scrubbie crochet pattern. Use them like tiny washcloths or with makeup remover to keep everything clean. The cotton yarn gives them a little scrubbing power. Best of all they’re […]