I found an interesting post by Rachel here on Crochet Spot: “Do All Crocheters Have Cats?” More interesting are the comments; it turns out that a vast majority of crocheters really do have cats!

Here’s a little something for our wonderful feline companions. Admittedly, Rachel’s version is still the best cat toy to make. But this computer mouse is a close second-placer!

I found out that dogs like them, too! Well, at least my Daschund, TJ, does. Maybe add a jingly bell to the strap, to catch your pet’s attention better. Or put some catnip in while stuffing the toy, to put your cat on a pleasure trip!

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Finished Size: 3” (7.62 cm) wide x 4.5” (11.43 cm) long at widest point, and excluding strap and handle.
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A simple way to add texture to garments, accessories or bathroom/kitchen projects is to add ribbing. Both vertical and horizontal ribbing can be created by learning three very easy and helpful techniques.

Horizontal ribbing
To make a successful horizontal stitch you simply have to learn where the back loops in a sc, hdc, dc or tc are. Crocheting in Front, Back and Both Loops is a good place to start learning!
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If you’re a ruffle lover, crochet this scarf to add to your collection! With ruffles on both ends, this scarf is bound to add some flavor to your outfit. This scarf is easy and quick to crochet, using lots of double crochet stitches. Skill Level: Finished Size: 4 1/2” (11.5 cm) wide, 52” (132 cm) long Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 300 yards) Crochet Hook J (6.00 mm)

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The puff stitch is related to the popcorn stitch and the bobble stitch. They all provide interesting texture, but the puff stitch’s advantage is that it pops out on both sides of the work, meaning the back of the work looks pretty much like the front.

The puff stitch is very similar to the bobble. But instead of half-finished double crochet stitches, the puff stitch is made with half-finished half double crochet stitches. The more half-finished half double crochet stitches made before closing the stitch, the puffier it looks. The photo on the right clearly shows the difference. The puff stitches in the bottom row are made with 3 half-finished half double crochet stitches; the middle row with 4 half-finished half double crochet stitches; and the top most with 5 half-finished half double crochet stitches.

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A Guest Post by Lane.

I made this angel pattern a few years ago when I first learning how to crochet. They are very simple yet great for decoration or a gift. Also good for scrap yarn since they don’t take too much yarn to make. Feel free to make it bigger, smaller, or use different colors!