Every crochet bag strap stretches eventually. You finish your bag, you are proud of it, you carry it once and by the end of the day the strap is hitting your knees. It is not your yarn. It is not your hook. It is the construction. These three straps solve […]
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I made this for myself. That is where this whole thing started. It was close to Valentine’s Day and I decided that this year, I am going to love myself a little more. No waiting for someone to give me something nice. I am going to make myself something beautiful. […]
If you want a border that looks impressive but takes almost no skill to make, this is the one. The braided crochet border uses just two things: a slip stitch and a chain. That is the entire stitch repeat. The trick that makes it look so neat and professional is […]
I decided to make a blanket. Not just any blanket but one that would teach me something. Or more honestly, one that would remind me why I love this craft so much. Twelve sections, twelve different stitches, all worked in the same yarn, so the whole thing grows together into […]
If you have ever finished crocheting a bag and thought it looks fine, but something is missing, this is the tutorial for you. A picot border is the answer. It takes less than 20 minutes, uses the same yarn you already have, and completely transforms the edge of any crochet […]
✦ Quick answer To crochet a V-stitch winter skirt in chunky yarn: measure your hip circumference, chain to that measurement, work 2–3 rows of half double crochet for the waistband, then switch to V-stitch rounds until your desired length. Add an elastic waistband and a sheer lining underneath for coverage. […]
You pour your heart into a crochet project. You finish the last stitch. And then , puff all those loose ends staring back at you. Weaving in ends is probably the most dreaded part of crochet, but it is also one of the most important. Done right, it makes your […]
This free crochet bow pattern, the Happy Bow, is one of the quickest and most satisfying projects you’ll ever make. With just a 3.5mm hook and a small amount of fingering yarn, you can crochet this beautiful bow in under 30 minutes. Attach it to a bag, make it into […]
If you are looking for an easy crochet bag pattern with a beautiful flower applique, you are in the right place. This free crochet bag pattern is perfect for beginners and includes full step by step written instructions, a materials list, and a video tutorial to guide you through every […]
The Valencia Top is a free crochet summer top pattern worked in a simple fan stitch , two rectangles, a two-row repeat, and no complicated shaping. Wear it as a beach cover-up, a lightweight vest, or layer it over a long sleeve as a winter top. If you know how […]