Let’s face it: Crochet afghans are a really great project to make (if you’ve got the time and the yarn, that is). They make great gifts and fabulous home decor, they’re often repetitive enough that you can work them up in your sleep, and there’s always a sense of accomplishment from finishing such a large […]
13 Last Minute Crochet Christmas Gifts
There are about 7 weeks left until Christmas—have you come up with your gift-giving plan this year? I know that I personally have the greatest intentions for holiday gifts, but I always seem to lack the follow through. I’ll come up with a great idea and the perfect pattern to work up for each person […]
Mile a Minute Crochet: 7 Crochet Afghan Patterns
I don’t know about you, but when I crochet, I like to work on patterns that are made in pieces. They are generally easier to make, and the patterns are repetitive, which means I can get in a rhythm. This is why I like granny squares, and this is why I like mile a minute […]
Textures! Southwestern Rainbow Crochet Afghan Pattern
Fall is coming, and with it the chilled air and strong desire to cuddle on the couch with a cup of hot cocoa. Make yourself this wonderful throw with its varied and textured stitch patterns, as well as the beautiful colors. This free crochet afghan pattern features many wonderful colors reminiscent of the southwest region […]
14 Wine-Inspired Crochet Afghan Patterns
When do you typically open a bottle of wine? At dinner? When guests come over? On a Friday after a hard week at work? May 25 is National Wine Day, and I’m sure many people will be celebrating with a bottle of their favorite white or red. As you relax and sip your drink, why not take […]
Chevron Crochet Baby Blanket
I just love chevron, don’t you? This Chevron Baby Blanket from 1 Dog Woof uses a corner-to-corner technique to work up these beautiful chevron stripes. ChiWei, the pattern’s creator, originally made this as a baby blanket and it would look so cute done up in baby pastels! However, I love the look of these bold […]
Fancy Floral Afghan Square
This groovy crochet granny square is the pattern you need if you want to make a fun and funky afghan! The Floral Kaleidoscope Afghan Square from Gleeful Things combines a delicate floral motif with a bold color scheme that all comes together in a truly unique way. You could alternate the order of the colors […]
Your Perfect Plaid: 8 Crochet Afghan Patterns
Let’s face it: Crochet afghans are a really great project to make (if you’ve got the time and the yarn, that is). They make great gifts and fabulous home decor, they’re often repetitive enough that you can work them up in your sleep, and there’s always a sense of accomplishment from finishing such a large […]
Textures! Southwestern Rainbow Crochet Afghan Pattern
Fall is coming, and with it the chilled air and strong desire to cuddle on the couch with a cup of hot cocoa. Make yourself this wonderful throw with its varied and textured stitch patterns, as well as the beautiful colors. This free crochet afghan pattern features many wonderful colors reminiscent of the southwest region […]
14 Wine-Inspired Crochet Afghan Patterns
When do you typically open a bottle of wine? At dinner? When guests come over? On a Friday after a hard week at work? May 25 is National Wine Day, and I’m sure many people will be celebrating with a bottle of their favorite white or red. As you relax and sip your drink, why not take […]
