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Free Pattern – Gold Coast Lapghan
Throw it over a couch or chair for the perfect designer accent, or snuggle up under it for some cozy family time. However you use it, the Gold Coast Lapghan is sure to be a favorite! The sunny surface is covered in a delicate, lacy diamond pattern, and accented by a classic shell border in bold, deep purple.
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Ruby & Charley Cactus Crochet Kits – Review & Giveaway
Global Backyard Industries has sponsored this review and giveaway of their adorable Ruby and Charley cactus crochet kits. Charley is the short round one with a little star shaped flower on top, and Ruby is tall and skinny with a pretty pink flower. Each kit comes with everything you need to complete the cactus, including the pattern, hook, needle, yarn, straw, stuffing, and plastic canvas base. Ruby also comes with a bit of embroidery floss, and Charley comes with the red star pre-made for you and all ready to sew on!
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Free Pattern – Norwood Park
Norwood Park combines color blocking with a unique, asymmetrical, "V" shape. Lightweight yarn and tapered ends make it light enough for spring weather, even when wrapped around. The beginner friendly pattern uses an unconventional decrease, which is not only easier to do, but also helps to avoid extra bulk along the edges.
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Easter & Spring Pattern Round Up
It may not feel much like it outside, but it's officially Spring here in the northern hemisphere! Whether you're celebrating the equinox, getting ready for Easter, or just looking forward to the warmer weather, here are some adorable patterns perfect for your springtime festivities.
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Chunky Ribbed Hats – Pattern Round Up
We've all seen THAT hat. You know the one - that squishy, chunky, ribbed ski hat that we saw on the slopes these past couple of weeks. Social media has been buzzing about it ever since. Inspired by that hat, many designers have created patterns for their own chunky, ribbed hats. Here are a few great designs to choose from:
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Tutorial – Felting/Fulling
Felting (or fulling) means compressing and combining fibers into a more dense and compact fabric. It's a great way to change the texture of your projects. Felted or fulled fabric is stiffer and holds its shape much better, so it's perfect for things like bags, appliques, and slipper soles.
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What Learning Crochet Can Add to Your Life – Guest Post by Kathryn Vercillo
I'm excited to share with you a guest post from Kathryn Vercillo. Kathryn is the talented blogger at Crochet Concupiscence and author of Crochet Saved My Life and several other titles. In this article, she explores some of the benefits of crochet that we may not always think about.
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Free Pattern – New Eastside
With its urban style and a casual fit, the comfy, New Eastside cardigan may become your go-to jacket for spring and fall! The simple construction is almost seamless, with limited shaping, patch pockets, and an optional zipper. The self-striping yarn, combined with the construction of the sweater, creates a unique combination of stripes and color blocking, with a soft and fluffy texture.
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Easy Crochet Pillow Pattern – Tryst
Fall in love with the delicate, lacy texture of the Tryst crochet pillow! Tiny triangles inside of triangles give the feel of lace, but without the holes. The geometric design compliments almost any decor. Overlapping layers at the back allow the pillow cover to be removed easily for cleaning.
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Free Pattern – Bavarian Cardi
Comfy and warm, the Bavarian Cardi is heavy enough for layering on cold winter days. The stitch pattern is fun to do, and creates an eye-catching, raised, diamond texture. With a unisex design and sizes ranging from 6 months to 4T, this is a great go-to pattern for gifting!
