Recently I received Stacey Trock’s Cuddly Crochet book in the mail for review. As much as I like to talk about fluffy rainbows and sunshines, below is my complete and honest review of the book, telling you the good, the bad, and the ugly. I have to say that the Cuddly Crochet book has one of the most unique concepts for baby crochet patterns. The book features 10 baby toys, with each toy having either a blanket, hat, or bib to match! That’s a total of 20 crochet patterns. The book is themed around cute stuffed animals: teddy bear, pig, mouse, bunny, and penguin, to name a few. At the end of the book there’s mysterious toy truck. Maybe this is for all the boy babies?

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In the Crochet Spot Store, these juggling balls are fun to crochet and play with! Crochet more and more juggling balls as your juggling skills increase. Ability to change colors in crochet is needed, however, no sewing is required! Skill Level: Finished Size: 2 3/4” (7 cm) diameter

Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 50 yards of each color) Crochet Hook F (3.75 mm) Stuffing beads or pellets

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Crocheted edgings are very pretty, whether they are on blankets, skirts, bags, or anything you can thing of! The item you add a crocheted edging to doesn’t even have to be crocheted. In fact, here is a very simple edging pattern that you can sew onto the border of your items. Sometimes it’s difficult for beginners to crochet evenly around an item, so this method of creating an edging and sewing it on, can simplify the process.

Skill Level:

Note: it may be tricky for beginners to keep track of all the stitches if your foundation chain is long. Be careful counting your stitches!

Finished Size: each shell is 3/4″ (2 cm) tall, but edging can be as long as you want it to be
Use the instructions at the beginning of the pattern to make the edging fit your item.
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Now that the weather is getting warmer, I’m sure you want to spend more time outside rather than being cooped up in your house. Crocheting is known way too much for being the hobby that’s done on your couch in front of the TV, but it doesn’t have to be. Why not take your crochet with you wherever you go? Carry it along in a convenient bag or container and find an enjoyable place to crochet outside. Here are ideas of places to go to crochet and enjoy the beautiful nature of the outdoors.

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When you were in 9th grade what did you do? Maybe go to class, hangout with friends, play some sports or join after school clubs. But how many 9th graders do you know, spend time collecting crochet items for those who need it?

From Ewe to You is organized by Hannah Moyles a 9th grader at Wake Forest-Rolesville High School in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Her mission is to provide crocheted or knitted blankets, scarves, booties, and hats to the less fortunate in her community. Isn’t this great?

If you would like to help Hannah help those in her neighborhood, feel free to visit her site: From Ewe to You. On her site you will find a list of items that are needed and an address where you can send them.

I hope Hannah’s story can inspire other 9th graders and crocheters!

Now available in the Crochet Spot Store, this animal applique set includes the bear, dog, cat, lion, and pig. Use each animal to decorate hats, bags, blankets, or anything you can think of! Ability to embroider the faces is required.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: ranges from 2″ (5 cm) – 3″ (7.5 cm) wide

Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (small amount of each color) Crochet hook US G (4.00 mm) Yarn needle Embroidery needle and black thread

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The cats all over the world have voted and it’s unanimous! This is the best cat toy ever and you get the crochet pattern for free here on Crochet Spot. The pattern is fast and easy, but the best part is you can adjust the ball to make it any size you desire! Just follow the instructions within the pattern to get started.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: as big or as small as you desire. Ask your cat what he/she wants.

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (your cat’s favorite color)
Crochet Hook (the bigger the better)
Index finger and thumb (or equivalent fingers as necessary)
Scissors
Cat(s)
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Added to the Crochet Spot Store, these dainty yet still sturdy coasters are great for adding a personal touch to your coffee table. Crochet an entire set with this simple and fast pattern. Feel free to mix and match different colors to create your own unique touch. Ability to change colors in crochet is required. Skill Level: Finished Size: 4” (10 cm) diameter Materials: Medium Weight Yarn (small amount of each color) Crochet Hook H (5.00 mm)

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If you need help crocheting your Country Blues Coasters, just let me know and I’ll help you out 🙂

Although I swore I would never use Twitter, I have to admit I’m glad that I tried it! I started using it a couple of months ago and I’m really enjoying it so far. I like using Twitter to stay connected with other crocheters and crafty people. It’s a great way to know the latest news and see what’s going on in the crochet industry. It’s also a quick way to find out what your friends and family are up to, especially if your busy and don’t get to talk to them that often.

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Are you ready for Easter? If you’re looking for somethings to make for the kids or to decorate the house, here are some crochet patterns to get you started!

Here is a simple basket that you can make bigger or smaller as you desire. Once you crochet it, you can fill it with Easter goodies! Crochet Pattern: Easy Basket

Eggs are fun and fast to crochet. Crochet them in all sorts for colors and decorate the house. Place some in your Easter baskets or hide them around your house (or in your egg carton). Crochet Pattern: Egg

Looking for toys? How about crocheting a bunny rabbit or a chick? These little friends are great for the stuffed animal lovers! These toy patterns are available at the Crochet Spot Store.
Crochet Pattern: Amigurumi Bunny Rabbit with Carrot
Crochet Pattern: Amigurumi Chick

Need more ideas? Feel free to roam the site for more patterns! Have a great Easter!