When I think of February 14, I think of Valentine’s Day cards, dinner at a favorite restaurant, boxes of chocolate, and long-stemmed roses (please tell me I’m not alone!). While those are all tried-and-true ways of celebrating the occasion, they’re also predictable. Dull. Ho-hum. You get the picture. I’m thinking of making a change this […]
The Cutest Kitchen: 12 Kitchen Crochet Patterns
I don’t know about you, but the kitchen is the room of the house that I end up spending the most time in. I love to cook, and even when I’m not cooking or cleaning, I sometimes find that it’s nice to sit at the counter when I’m on the computer or reading a book […]
Free Pattern: Crochet Wrap Pattern from Red Heart!
Happy Free Pattern Friday, yarnies! I’ve been loving the look of crochet wraps at the moment. It’s basically an excuse to wear a blanket in public, and it’s a total fashion statement on top of that! There’s no better way to dress up a plain t-shirt or sweater than by throwing on a cozy wrap. […]
Free Pattern Friday: Crochet Baby Booties & Hat from Red Heart
Happy New Year, yarnies! We’re kicking off 2020 with a Free Pattern Friday. Looking for some free baby crochet patterns? Want to keep your own little one warm this season? Today we have these adorable free crochet patterns from our friends at Red Heart! Crochet baby booties are cute enough on their own, but add […]
Get Organized: Tips to Sort Your Stash
Now that it’s a brand-new year, it’s pretty tempting to run out and buy some brand-new yarn, as well. (I mean, when is it NOT a good idea to buy more yarn?) However, it can be hard to justify the purchase when you have to look at your current yarn stash every day—if it’s anything […]
Cozy Cute: Toddler Hooded Cowl Crochet Pattern
Hello everyone! I’m Bethany from Whistle and Ivy. I am so excited to share this Toddler Hooded Cowl crochet pattern with you today. I love the inspiration that the cold weather brings. There are so many cute and fun ways to stay cozy and warm during the winter, and nothing gets me in the crochet mood more […]
Sweater Season: Knit and Crochet Printable Patterns
Now that January is in full swing, you might be feeling like you need to refresh your winter wardrobe. Here in the Midwest, the weather doesn’t start to warm up until about March or April, so we have quite a few more months of wintry weather to get through before spring arrives! Between the snow […]
Rest and Relaxation After Holiday Madness: Calming Crochet Patterns
Now that New Years has come to pass, we are officially out of the holiday season. If you’re like me, then you need to decompress from the madness of the holidays. After all the holiday fun is over, winter starts to feel a little…cold. What better way to ride of the last months of winter […]
The Star Wars Crochet Patterns You’re Looking For
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, George Lucas created a franchise that made huge waves in the film industry, in pop culture, and in the sci-fi genre as a whole. That franchise was, of course, Star Wars, and if you’ve been on Planet Earth for the past few months you’ve no […]
Winter Wonderland: 14 Knit and Crochet Scarf Patterns
Now that the holidays are over and all of the gifting is done, you can focus on something that might have gotten a little neglected during all of the Christmas chaos—you! There’s no better time to treat yourself to a new little something, especially with the new year fast approaching. A scarf would make a […]