When I was little, I loved looking at the birthstone displays at stores. I remember each month’s stone glittering fabulously out of necklaces or rings or earrings, and I was dazzled. I would rack my brain for people I knew with a birthday in each month, and feel majorly proud when I succeeded in covering […]
I am Lindsay Mayo, also known as The Crafty Flamingo. Summer is right around the corner! If you are like me, you will still want to make baby gifts for you friends and family who might be expecting. Blankets aren’t always the first thing that you want to work on during the summer, but this […]
Happy Free Pattern Friday! Today’s pattern is this adorable rainbow baby blanket from Red Heart Yarns. The pastel colors make it perfect for spring, and we love the creative crochet stitching! This adorable crochet afghan pattern uses the camel stitch, resulting in a blanket that’s warm, colorful, and unique. Your child will love getting wrapped […]
Spring is fast approaching, which means one big thing in the world of crochet: it’s time to start making your baby gifts! Spring is a really popular time of year for baby showers, baby birthday parties, and other celebrations (such as Easter) where giving a gift could be appropriate. There’s no better gift for this […]
If there is a new baby coming into your life, you need to make the Still River Baby Blanket. This comfy and cozy knit baby afghan is the perfect easy knitting pattern for the expectant mom, or first time grandma. Making your own knit baby blanket for baby is not only relaxing, but a memory that […]
The process of getting ready for a baby to arrive is exciting, joyful, and a little scary at times. So much needs to get done before you get to bring home that tiny bundle of joy. Schedules need to be adjusted, siblings need to be ready and accepting of a new companion, and the house […]
I’m Marie from Underground Crafter. I am not sure what it is about babies that makes everyone want to crochet, but I know that it’s true for me! This stroller blanket is made with hexagon motifs, so it was portable while I was working on it. Once I had all of the motifs finished, I joined […]
Although it may be hard to believe, fall is fast approaching. Fall is definitely one of my favorite seasons. Pumpkins, hot apple cider, crisp weather, crunching leaves…what’s not to love? Plus, fall is all about fashion. From kids to adults, autumn fashion options are always on point. If you have exhausted your summer knitting patterns […]
Do you remember carrying around a knit baby blanket as a child? Often associated with comfort and security, a handmade blanket is one of the most precious gifts you can give a little one. I still have my favorite blanket as a child and I will cherish it for the rest of my life. Whenever […]
Baby showers, birthdays and other momentous occasions all serve as the perfect excuse to take out that hook and yarn, because nothing makes a better gift than something homemade and straight from the heart. For all these occasions, baby blankets truly make wonderful gifts because they’re both practical and adorable and can be easily customized […]
