I’ve really been getting into making loveys and security blankets lately. Not only are they a great mix of toys and a crochet baby blanket, but they do also really well at markets! I’ve made a few already, and I have a pattern for a crochet hippo lovey over on Underground Crafter. This week, I’m …
There’s something about a hexagon that feels so modern and fresh. It’s all the perfect angles and edges, I think. Recently, I had a custom order request from a lady who wanted something modern and colorful for her little boy, and I immediately thought, “Hexagons!” This is the Hudson Blanket, a super easy crochet baby …
One of my favorite things is getting the latest Knit Picks catalog in the mail. Not only is the catalog itself so beautiful with all the luscious pictures of yarn, but it’s also a great source of inspiration. Whenever I get my catalog, I like to take some time to look through the new pattern …
Last weekend, I participated in my very first craft fair! Overall, it was a blast and I learned a lot, but there are some things I wish I knew beforehand. While it’s still fresh in my mind, I decided to share the experience with you guys and give you some tips for your first fair. …
Over the last few weeks on Instagram, I’ve been sharing snippets of my new blanket with its Autumnal chevron pattern and it’s finally done! This is the Mocha Ripple throw and it’s a gorgeous mix of warm, deep browns and creamy neutrals. It reminds me of a cup of coffee or hot chocolate after spending …
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been inspired by animations. One of my favorite animators is Hiyao Miyazaki, the man behind the Japanese animations like My Neighbor Totoro and Princess Mononoke. Today, I wanted to recreate the 3 Totoro from the movie as crochet amigurumis. This is a really easy pattern, perfect for …
It’s been a year since I first released my pattern for the Saleha Gloves I made for my niece. I had whipped those gloves up without meaning to really share a pattern and I only snapped a few very badly lit photos before sending them off. Since then, it’s been driving me crazy to see …
There are just 4 more days to Christmas, but I have one last Christmas pattern to share with you! It’s a bit late, but I hope you guys still get a chance to make this crochet Santa Claus plushie. If not, you can always make him next year and he’ll be as cute as ever. …
I hope you guys enjoyed the free crochet pattern for Ollie the elf on Monday! So far, You’ve seen Ronald the gingerbread man, Ollie the elf, and today we’re making Comet the reindeer. I originally released all 4 patterns (including the Santa Claus plushie) all at once on Etsy so you can grab the printable …
It’s almost Christmas and the elves in Santa’s workshop are busy getting the last presents ready! One little elf named Ollie keeps sneaking away to hide out in Santa’s sleigh, he’s so excited to see everyone! And since his good friend Ronald the gingerbread man got to come a little early, I decided to let …