I don’t know about you, but I have a blast when I pick up my yarn and hook to crochet! Below are some of my reasons for why I think crocheting is so much fun. Feel free to share your reasons, by leaving a comment!

Crocheting is so much fun because…

• I can turn an ordinary ball of yarn into something useful, like a hat, slipper, blanket or toy.
• It’s like being in a secret club. We talk in crochet code.
• I can make cute things that make me go, “Awww…”
• I can gather with crochet friends and crochet the day away.
• Crocheting relieves stress, especially from work or nagging family members.
• I love teaching, especially when it’s about how to crochet.
• When I’m done a project, I get the feeling of accomplishment, the best feeling of all.
• It allows me to meet new people, who also are crazy about crochet.
• There’s nothing better than the happy face of the person I gift my crochet item to… as long as they like it.

Why is crocheting so much fun for you?

Need to crochet a bib really quick? Crochet this easy baby bib! This bib is crocheted in the round, with no sewing required. For a fun look and to hide food stains, try using a colorful variegated yarn. For extra absorbency, use 100% cotton. Skill Level: Finished Size: 6 1/4” (16 cm) wide, 5 1/2” (14 cm) from bottom of neck to bottom of bib Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 50 yards) Crochet Hook I (5.50 mm)

Gauge: rounds 1 – 5 in pattern measures 4″ in diameter
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Added to the Crochet Spot Store, this little chick is a perfect addition to any Easter basket or toy collection! Crochet one, two, or even three to make a family of chicks. Each chick is fast to crochet and can be made with a small amount of yarn. Skill Level: Finished Size: 2 3/4” (7 cm) tall, 2 3/4” (7 cm) wide

Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 50 yards of yellow, and small amount of orange and black) Crochet Hook G (4.00 mm) Polyester fiberfill Yarn needle

To download this pattern, visit the Crochet Spot Store.

Need help with the pattern? Just let me know and I’ll be glad to help!

If you are new to Crochet Spot or if you’ve missed a few post here and there, check out the new archives page! Here you can find a list of all the post (patterns, tutorial, etc.) ever published on Crochet Spot. Everything is organized by month and date. The number in the parenthesis after each title tells you the number of comments on the post. You can quickly skim through each month to see if anything catches you eye!

Hopefully the new archives page is easier to navigate then the old design I had. So if you’ve been away from Crochet Spot for a while, head on over to the archives page to catch up on all the fun posts!

If you are looking to go green, crocheting can be a fun way to do so! There are all sorts of things you can crochet while helping the environment. You can crochet reusable items to replace things you would normally toss out. Also, try turning everyday items into yarn, such as plastic bags, old T-shirts or VHS tapes. By recycling materials and reusing your crocheted items, not only can you help the environment, you will be save money along the way! Here are some ideas to get started! Feel free to add you own ideas, by leaving them as a comment.

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Here is another charity group that you may like to check out! Care Wear is a nationwide group of volunteers who crochet, knit or sew baby items. The items are then sent to hospitals and distributed to newborn babies, infants and their parents.

Here are some of my free crochet patterns for baby items that you can crochet, then donate!

Crochet Pattern: Newborn Baby Hat
Crochet Pattern: Basic Preemie Hat
Crochet Pattern: Shell Stitch Blanket

Care Wear is also a non-profit organization [501(c)(3)], meaning your donations are tax deductible. (Not that the joy of giving isn’t good enough)

If you have extra baby items to donate, you can learn more about Care Wear at the Care Wear website.

Looking for more places to get involved? Check out the Crochet Spot Charity page.

This kaleidoscope inspired messenger bag is easy to crochet! It’s the perfect size for toting around books and school supplies or your everyday essentials. The strap is designed to go over your shoulder and across your chest, and can be adjusted using the instructions within the pattern. Skill Level: Finished Size: 13” (33 cm) wide, 9 1/2” (24 cm) tall, not including strap Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 400 yards of white, and small amount of blue, red and yellow) Crochet Hook H (5.00 mm) Yarn Needle

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Let me know if you need help crochet your Kaleido Messenger Bag.

I’ve seen lots of quirky crocheted things, but this one has to be at the top of the list. I’m not sure if I’m suppose to think this is cute or be completely disgusted. But it sure gave me a good laugh and I hope it does the same for you.

I have to admit, it’s pretty well made.

I remember back in the day I would go project crazy, having 10 different projects going at one time! I would get bored of one project and start another. Then I realized that I didn’t have enough space to store so many unfinished projects and I’d need to eventually finish what I’ve started.

Today I learned to only have 1 or 2 crochet projects going at a time. One project is normally small, and if there is a second project, it would be a bigger item, like a shawl, blanket or set. This seems to work better for me compared to going wild with 10 different projects. Too many projects can be overwhelming. Having 1 or 2 projects keeps me focused and organized. I even realized that I can get more done!

What about you? How many projects are you working on?

You can never spread enough peace! Crochet this peace sign and use it as a pin, magnet or applique. You can embellish hats, blankets, shirts or whatever you can thing of. Have fun crocheting peace!

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Finished Size: 2 3/4″ (7 cm) in diameter
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