Wreaths aren’t just for Christmas anymore. You can literally hang one for any holiday, any season, or as a piece of day-to-day decor. The possibilities are absolutely endless as to what you can create. For now, I will just be covering the very basics of how to start your own crocheted 15″ wreath. As I […]
Tri-Color Spiral Blanket
This pattern can be used to crochet any size of round spiral blanket from babies to adults, or can be used to crochet a rug. I crocheted my blanket for 40 rounds, but you will see the sequence that is used to make it bigger if you choose, or you can end at any round […]
Double Crochet (dc)
The double crochet stitch is most commonly used in granny square, filet, and corner to corner (C2C) projects. It is also used for different shells and clusters. The first dc of any new row will usually be a chain 3. There is a way to do a beginning double crochet in place of the chain […]
The Math of a Crocheted Circle
There is a very basic math problem used to know how many stitches to place per round when crocheting a simple circle. By simple circle, I mean the same stitch is used throughout. Unfortunately, there is no true method when you change stitches within your project, as each creates a different size. However, this same […]
Single crochet (sc)
One of the most basic of stitches is the single crochet. In any pattern you read the abbreviation will be SC. This stitch is very simple, yet can be used to create the most amazing projects. Almost all amigurumi (crocheted stuffed toys, figures, collectibles, etc.) are completely single crocheted, minus a few slip stitches here […]
How to crochet a bobble heart
A new year has begun!! And before you know it, Valentine’s Day will be here. What better way to decorate the home than with a cute and easy heart blanket? This design can be used to make any size blanket you wish, even as a baby blanket for that special little one lucky enough to […]