Make Alongs and Events

Crochet alongs, knit alongs, blog hops, and other special events.

  • Crochet Cocoa Coaster Set Pattern

    Winter means steaming mugs of rich hot chocolate, full of floating mini marshmallows. Cradle your cocoa and protect your tables with this crochet cocoa coaster set! It makes a great gift too.

  • Box Bottom Bag Lining Tutorial

    Box Bottom Bag Lining Tutorial

    Make a roomy, box-bottom bag lining, complete with a pocket! It's easier than it sounds, and this tutorial will walk you through it, step-by-step. Try it out in the Classic Cables Tote Bag pattern!

  • Seaming Perpendicular Crochet Edges Tutorial on Stitches n Scraps

    Seaming Perpendicular Crochet Edges

    Seaming is a critical finishing step that can dramatically change the look of your crochet projects. Seaming perpendicular crochet edges, where you have the side edge of one piece against the top or bottom edge of another piece, can be tricky!

  • Classic Crochet Cables Tutorial

    Cables can create all sorts of complex designs. But when I think of cables, it's the simple, twisting columns of raised stitches that first come to mind. Learn how to create these classic crochet cables, bordered by single columns of post stitches. You'll find this stitch pattern on the Classic Cables Tote Bag.

  • Classic Cables Tote bag

    Cabled Crochet Tote Bag Pattern

    Back to school or back to work, carry what you need in the Classic Cables Tote Bag! Columns of cables create a classic look that's fabulous for fall. This cabled crochet tote bag pattern includes an optional lining and pocket for the strength to carry all your essentials.

  • Crochet Rat Amigurumi Pattern

    Cute or creepy, this crochet rat amigurumi pattern can go either way! Add an ink black rat with glowing red eyes to your Halloween decor, or change up the colors for a fuzzy new friend.

  • Easy Adult Bib Crochet Pattern

    Sloppy shaving, messy meals, or makeup mishaps - protect your clothes with an easy adult bib! This beginner-friendly crochet pattern is fast and fun in easy-to-wash cotton yarn. Make a bunch so you always have a clean one on hand.

  • Shells and Cables Market Bag Crochet Pattern

    Shop in style this summer with the Shells and Cables Market Bag! Shells give the bag a delicate, lacy feel. The twisty cables and solid bottom give it the structure to hold up to your farmers' market finds. Add trendy round handles and a button closure, and you may have the perfect summer bag!