I love baby blankets. I love that they’re a simple square with no shaping; I love that there’s so much room for creativity within them; I love that they’re so much smaller and faster to finish than a full-sized throw. My kids love their baby blankets too–Munchkin is still small enough to sleep with his […]
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10 Crochet Blanket Patterns
I’ve been crocheting a blanket for Munchkin, since he’s getting big enough to need one in his crib/toddler bed this winter. (I want to keep him in the crib for as long as I can, but I’m betting he’ll be in the toddler bed before spring!) It has me thinking about crochet blankets and noticing […]
Harry Potter Knit & Crochet Patterns
In honor of Halloween I decided to do a roundup of my favorite Harry Potter patterns, both knit and crochet, since (in case you didn’t know) I’m a huge Harry Potter fan. If you, like me, can’t get enough of the wizarding world, cast on a couple of these! Crochet: What’s cozier than snuggling up […]
Knit Fingerless Glove Patterns
I love the look of fingerless gloves, and I love how perfect they are for keeping our hands warm in winter while knitting. (Because let’s face it—knitting in mittens is just about impossible!) Here are a few adorable fingerless glove, aka mitt, patterns to make before the weather gets cold. Lace Fingerless Gloves by Luciana […]
5 Free Crochet Bag Patterns
I have a habit of accumulating bags. Purses, tote bags, you name it. (Not so much knitting project bags yet, although that needs to start.) Here are 5 free crochet bag patterns of all sorts for everyone else who loves bags, or who has a justifiable need for an amazing handmade tote. Because who doesn’t? […]