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Free Pattern – Breezy Baby Tank
This simple tank top is a breeze to make, and light and airy to wear too – perfect for hot summer weather! Buttoned straps make it easy to put on, and can be made longer or shorter if needed, for just the right fit. It’s designed in a linen blend, but could be made in a cotton or bamboo too.…
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Colorwork
This post contains affiliate links (click for more info). If you click one of these links and then make a purchase, I may be compensated. You get the same great prices, and you will be helping to support this site! I just read an article about Laurinda Reddig’s book “Reversible Color Crochet” has me itching to do some colorwork. I’ll…
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Free Pattern – Business Card Pouch
My old business card pouch is falling apart. It’s starting to look scruffy, and the button is loose. It seemed like the perfect time for a new one, so here it is! This little pouch holds standard sized business cards, and features a button flap. The pattern includes instructions for a crocheted button. It’s is made all in one piece, without any…
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A box from Red Heart
Look what I got in the mail! This post contains affiliate links. If you click one of these links and make a purchase, I may be compensated. I love getting boxes from Red Heart, there’s always something fun and unexpected in them. Want to see inside this one? It’s a package highlighting their new Baby Hugs yarn! I’ve seen some…
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Crochet Stash Buster – Linen Stitch Scrap Rug
Use up all your yarn scraps with a Linen Stitch Scrap Rug! This crochet stash buster is thick, soft, and squishy, and designed to use up lots of yarn, very quickly, without weaving in a lot of ends. The stitch pattern is a simple 2 stitch repeat, so can easily be adjusted to any size.
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Tutorial – Combining scraps
If you’re like me, you have a LOT of little bits of leftover yarn. They’re too small to make much of anything with, and too big to just throw away or cut up for stuffing. This particular box is mostly Red Heart Super Saver, with some other worsted weight yarns well, such as Red Heart Kids (discontinued), and Red Heart Soft. Many…
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Free Pattern – Bow-Tie Bracelet
This pretty bow-tie bracelet works up in a snap! The lightly ribbed band stretches for a perfect fit, and the big bow looks oh so cute on little wrists. The pattern is adjustable to fit anyone, so this would make a great “mommy & me” design. This pattern is protected by copyright. Please do not distribute or share this pattern…
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Knitting Along 3 – Anthology Blanket by the Underground Crafter
We’re a little more than halfway through the Anthology Blanket Knit Along on Underground Crafter! We’ve finished 16 out of the 30 squares. I showed you my first 5 squares, and squares 6-10. I’m a little late in showing you squares 11-15, but here they are: From left to right, top to bottom, there’s Diagonal Broken Rib, Diagonal Rib, Tiny Triangles, Garter Stripes, and Purled…
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Scrappy Stitchers Link Party #19
Congrats to Posh Pooch Designs for May’s most clicked link – Super Easy and Quick Crochet Slipper! Remember to link up your projects this month, so you can be featured next month! Remember, it doesn’t have to be a pattern – just a picture of something you made! Now it’s your turn Remember, any fiber related project you’ve made is fine…
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Free Pattern – Cera the Triceratops Bib
Meet Cera, the friendly triceratops bib, who is much more than just cute! With 3 soft layers of brightly colored, cotton / acrylic yarn, she's sure to add some fun to mealtimes, while helping to keep baby's clothes clean.
