• Crochet stars on a night sky background. Twinkle Twinkle 2-Round Star - free crochet pattern on Stitches n Scraps

    Twinkle, Twinkle, 2-Round Star Crochet Pattern

    This simple crochet star pattern makes a great embellishment for headbands, hats, or just about anything else. With only 2 rounds, it couldn't be easier! The pattern includes instructions for a 5-pointed star and a 6-pointed star.

  • Design Improv Workshop #1 - Drawstring bag

    Free Pattern – Design Improv Workshop #1 – Drawstring Bag

    When you were a kid, did you ever do one of those group creative writing exercises where each person takes turns writing one sentence? One person writes the first sentence, the next person writes the next one, and before you know it you have a funny story full of twists and turns and surprises. The other day, a bunch of us decided to try the same thing, only with a crochet pattern. Our first attempt resulted in this cute, textured, drawstring bag. It turned out to be so much fun that we’re hoping to do it again soon! I started off with row 1 and finished with row 14. The following designers wrote…

  • Snowman ornament with bowtie and fez

    Free Pattern – Snowman Ornament with a Bowtie and Fez

    This crazy snowman looks cool in his brown jacket, bowtie, and fez. Yes, a fez. I imagine he’s a Shriner…or maybe he picked it up as a souvenir on a visit to the middle east. Snowmen need vacations too you know! Either way, the fez hides a secret – behind it, there is a small loop for an ornament hook. The pattern calls for fingering weight yarn and size 10 crochet thread, to make an ornament that is about 3 inches tall. You can easily use the pattern to make a larger snowman if you like, simply by using thicker yarns. This pattern is protected by copyright. Please do not…

  • Alternative Double Dc Decrease

    Alternative Double Dc Decrease

    When working in double crochet (dc), have you ever wanted a sleeker, less bulky alternative to the standard double crochet 3 together (dc3tog)? Create a sharper angle and less bulk with this alternative, double dc decrease!

  • Spiral Seashell Bag

    Spiral Seashell Bag Crochet Pattern

    The Spiral Seashell Bag is perfect for a day at the beach or a casual night out, with just enough room for a few essentials.  This seashell bag crochet pattern features a slightly different seashell motif on each side. The back motif is part of the main bag panel, while the front motif doubles as a secret pocket!