• Crocheted cowl on a dress form - Snowbird Cowl, a free crochet pattern on Stitches n Scraps

    Crochet Cowl Pattern – Snowbird

    Don't let colder weather ruffle your feathers! Stay warm with the Snowbird cowl. This easy, crochet cowl pattern has a feather-like texture, and is great for using up scraps. Made in a lightweight, wool yarn, it will keep you warm all season without a lot of bulk. The pattern includes instructions for adjusting the size. This means if lightweight is…

  • Tips and Tricks for working with Long Starting Chains on Stitches n Scraps

    Long Starting Chains – Crochet Tips and Tricks

    Larger crochet projects, like blankets, often start with long starting chains. Large numbers of chains can be hard to keep track of, particularly if you are joining them to work in the round. Learn some simple tricks to make it easier, including a video tutorial below!

  • Scrappy Stitchers Link Party 59 - January 2020 - most clicked last month Margaret crochet Bag from Lilia Craft Party

    Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #59

    Welcome to 2020! I'm sure it's going to be a year full of fabulous projects, and I can't wait to see what you make. Show off your beautiful work in the Scrappy Stitchers Link Party!

  • Collage showing the top 19 patterns and tutorials on Stitches n Scraps in 2019 - Best of 2019.

    Best of 2019 – Top 19 Patterns and Tutorials

    It's been a busy and eventful year here at Stitches n Scraps! We've had lots of new patterns, tutorials, make-alongs, link parties, and more. Here is a look back at the best of 2019, including the 19 most viewed patterns and tutorials of the year. I can't wait to see what 2020 has in store!

  • Fabulous Floats Slip Stitch Knit Washcloth knit pattern on Stitches n Scraps

    Slip Stitch Knit Washcloth – Fabulous Floats

    Show off your floats! This slip stitch knit washcloth takes advantage of the carried strands of yarn (or floats) to create the striking design. The garter stitch pattern uses ony one color at a time, and only knit and slipped stitches!

  • Knit Hat Mini Maker Kit Product Review on Stitches n Scraps

    Knit Hat Mini Maker Kit from Leisure Arts

    Spread the joy of crafting this holiday season! Leisure Arts sent me a few of their new, Mini Maker Kits to try out, and one of them was this Knit Hat Kit. This easy project kit would make a fantastic holiday gift for any new knitter!

  • Last Minute Gifts to Knit and Crochet

    Last Minute Gifts – 12 Days of Christmas Round Ups

    We've reached the end of our 12 Days of Christmas Round Ups! Today's round up features last minute gifts to knit and crochet. The holidays are just around the corner, but there's still plenty of time to make these fast gift ideas. Today (Dec 10th, 2019) is also the last day to use the coupon code below. Don't miss out…