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The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the beloved tradition of Secret Santa. Whether you’re participating in an office exchange, a virtual gathering, or a festive family reunion, finding the ideal gift can turn the game into … Read More...
With all the crazy plant lady posts and products on the market, I knew when I saw this cross stitch pattern I just had to share. The perfect pattern for wall art, kitchen totes and shopping bags.
Quick stitching and … Read More...
This cute tapestry crochet clutch crochet pattern is a perfect “on-the-go” accessory, designed to fit the essentials. And best of all it’s a free pattern! This fold-over clutch is has a really simple colorwork pattern repeat. So, if you are … Read More...
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Looking for a summer bag pattern that’s a little different? Then you’ll love this so easy way to crochet Macie bag, whose design is different from everything you’ve seen so far!
Crochet this beautifully textured … Read More...
What’s more summery than dreaming of palm trees and the beach? This tote was inspired by palms and is open, airy and perfect for beach days! It works up easily and there are photos to help you along with the … Read More...
This one is a fun crochet market tote with all the extra stretchy fun that you get in market totes with lots of great texture of the Diana Line. It’s easy to crochet, works up fast, and gives you a … Read More...
Use it for groceries, use it for veggies at the farmer’s market, use for buying and then stashing yarn in the back of your closet. Whatever you might use it for, the Crochet Mary Market Tote has you covered. It’s … Read More...
So, if you’re anything like me, your space is overflowing with crochet yarn. It’s everywhere. Well, what better place to store your yarn than in a basket made of yarn?!
That’s exactly what the Geometric Crochet Basket is. You can … Read More...
I’ve been trying to minimize lately by getting rid of all the things I don’t really need. Things get cluttered quickly at my house, so I’ve been thinking a lot about what my essentials are.
When I started cleaning out … Read More...
This round up of Crochet patterns is for patterns that all use Caron Cake Yarn balls
. Caron cake has come down in price and is now quite affordable for most people. These Crochet patterns are all a little different … Read More...
What’s more summery than dreaming of palm trees and the beach? This crochet tote was inspired by palms and is open, airy and perfect for beach days! It works up easily and there are photos to help you along with … Read More...
This crocheted tote is a perfect size to stash towels, magazine, lunch or whatever you want to fill it with. The tighter stitch pattern means you don’t have to worry about losing hooks, pencils or other small items out the … Read More...
The Stuff the Turkey game from Kid Friendly Things to Do is so cute, easy to make and will provide lots of fun to kids and adults alike at your holiday gatherings (or a fun indoor physical activity for those … Read More...
This design is fun, a good way to show off your crochet skills, and just super cute. Don’t want to make a bag? You can easily change this design into a wall hanging or a pillow, or make all 3 … Read More...
This fabric shopping bag is perfect for trips to a farmer’s market! There’s plenty of room to hold your produce, and you can carry it hands-free on your shoulder. Sew4Home has a tutorial and free pattern for making it. Fold … Read More...
This time of year is a great one for thinking about nature, not only because the world seems to be coming back to life for those of us in the northern part of the world, but also because this month … Read More...
You might not think of Earth Day as a holiday you’d do special cross stitch for, but these designs would be great stitched onto a reusable shopping bag or hung in your recycling area.
My Heartstring’s Earth Day cross stitch … Read More...
Here is a free pattern for a fun summer beach tote bag that is perfect for taking to the beach or pool. The main part of the bag features a square mesh pattern that will allow wet towels and swimsuits … Read More...
Do you have a Yoga loving friend who would love this bag for Christmas. It’s a great project that will truly be utilized and appreciated. This crochet bag pattern can be found here. Crochet Yoga Mat Bag.
Why should … Read More...
I have been making a lot of plastic yarn out of old shopping bags lately as part of a project for my daughter’s school. It’s a lot of fun to use unconventional materials on a traditional handcraft like knitting or … Read More...