These Lego planters are so easy to make and lots of fun. They are perfect for using Lego that your tween or teen might have out grown. Turn them in to little desktop gardens for the office or home. Diy Lego Planters.
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These Lego planters are so easy to make and lots of fun. They are perfect for using Lego that your tween or teen might have out grown. Turn them in to little desktop gardens for the office or home. Diy Lego Planters.
Let’s be real—crochet kits like the Lowink Blanket are lifesavers for beginners. They give you everything you need to actually finish a project (a miracle in the crafting world). But here’s the secret no one tells you: the second you finish that last stitch, you’ve got a blank canvas—not just a blanket.
I’ve taught hundreds of crocheters at my yarn shop, and the moment someone masters the basic pattern, their eyes light up with the same question: “Okay… now how do I make this feel like mine ?”
Turns out, you don’t need to be some crochet wizard to transform this simple blanket into something extraordinary. Here are seven stupid-easy tweaks I’ve seen work magic—no unraveling required.
Perfect for: Using up leftover yarn scraps
The Problem:
The kit gives you one gorgeous color. But let’s be honest—we all have that random skein of a slightly different blue lurking in our stash.
The Fix:
When you’re about halfway through your blanket:
Voilà—a gradual fade that looks intentional (even if you totally winged it).
Pro Tip: For a “I meant to do that” effect, choose a new color 2 shades lighter/darker than the original.
Perfect for: When you’re bored but don’t want to learn a new stitch
The Problem:
Single crochet is reliable… but after 40 rows, your hands start moving on autopilot while your brain checks out.
The Fix:
Every 10th row, switch to alpine stitch (it’s just single crochet with extra drama):
Why It Works:
The pattern stays the same size, but suddenly your blanket has ~architecture~.
Perfect for: Blankets destined for couch duty
The Problem:
Blankets are cozy. Blankets with hidden compartments are life-changing.
The Fix:
Now you’ve got a spot to stash:
? TV remotes
? Emergency crochet hooks
? That last piece of Halloween candy you’re hiding from your kids
Perfect for: When you need instant boho vibes
The Truth About Fringe:
Most tutorials make it sound like you need a PhD in macramé. Reality? It’s just:
Next-Level Trick:
Use a contrasting color for the fringe. That navy blanket with mustard fringe? Chef’s kiss.
Perfect for: Hiding slightly uneven edges (we’ve all been there)
The Situation:
You followed the pattern perfectly… but one side of your blanket curls like it’s trying to escape.
The Save:
Suddenly, what was a “mistake” looks like a design choice.
Perfect for: Gifts that say “I’m basically a professional”
Why It Matters:
A handwritten tag sewn into the corner with:
…makes your blanket look store-bought fancy.
Bonus Points:
Use a candle lighter to gently melt the tag’s edges so they don’t fray.
Perfect for: When you want a whole new vibe
The Revelation:
The Lowink pattern works with any chunky yarn. Try:
I’ve seen students combine #3 (pocket) + #5 (pompoms) for the ultimate “movie night” blanket, or #1 (ombré) + #6 (label) for heirloom-quality baby gifts.
The real magic? None of these require learning new stitches—just a willingness to play.