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Crochet Pattern: Felted Circles

Posted in Free Crochet Patterns on March 2nd, 2011 by Robin Beers – 9 Comments
Felting combines 2 of my favorite past times: crocheting and doing laundry! If you like to felt like I do, this pattern will be a fun way to use up your scrap wool. Remember when you are felting, always use 100% wool. This way, when washed in hot water, the wool will shrink up and give you a great felted result! These felted circles can be used as doilies hot pads, or coasters and can be created in any size that you wish. I made mine with contrasting wool in a stripe pattern. Just crochet in the round and you will be good to go!

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Crochet Pattern: Textured Wrist Cuff

Posted in Free Crochet Patterns on February 25th, 2011 by Robin Beers – 15 Comments
This textured wrist cuff is a quick and easy pattern to crochet. You can mix and match different colors of yarn and finish it off with a little eyelash yarn for a fringe effect. You will have to know the Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc) and Back Post Double Crochet (bpdc). It is a good pattern to use up your scrap yarn. You can make matching cuffs or just one for a bracelet accent. They are very comfortable to wear!

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How to Crochet: V-Stitch

Posted in Tutorials and Help on February 22nd, 2011 by Robin Beers – 9 Comments
The V-stitch is a very simple stitch that can be used to add a decorative look to your crocheting. You can use it with double crochet to add variety to your crocheting patterns. If you know how to double crochet and single crochet, it will be very easy to do. Follow the instructions below.

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How to Crochet: Curly Fringe

Posted in Tutorials and Help on February 20th, 2011 by Robin Beers – 42 Comments
If you have ever seen a scarf with curly fringe and thought it must have been really difficult to crochet, think again! It is really easy to do! All you have to know is single crochet and that’s pretty basic. So if you want to add a pretty spiral fringe to a scarf, keep reading – this tutorial is for you!
Note: If you are left handed, just put your mouse over the photo to see the left handed view. 		 

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Crochet Pattern: Ridge Ear Warmer

Posted in Free Crochet Patterns on February 18th, 2011 by Robin Beers – 13 Comments
This cozy ear warmer will keep your fingers busy and your ears warm as a result! You will have to know the Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc) and Back Post Double Crochet (bpdc), and then you’re good to go! It is a good pattern to use up your scrap yarn. Mix and match colors – you can even use 2 strands at once for a pretty effect. If you want, you can add a trim with single crochet in eyelash yarn (the fuzzy stuff) to really dress it up!

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Crochet Pattern: One Ball Ribbon Scarf

Posted in Free Crochet Patterns on February 10th, 2011 by Robin Beers – 18 Comments
This scarf is a breeze to make with just one ball of the Lionbrand Incredible Ribbon yarn. It is great for a splash of color to add to your outfit or for a child’s scarf. If you want to have a longer scarf, use 2 skeins.

Skill Level: easy crochet skill level

Finished Size: 2 ¼ inches wide by 60 inches long including the 10 inch fringe on each end.

Materials:
100% Nylon Ribbon Yarn
approx. 110 yards
Crochet Hook J (6.00mm)

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How to Crochet: Bullion Stitch

Posted in Tutorials and Help on February 8th, 2011 by Robin Beers – 59 Comments
The bullion stitch is a special stitch formed by wrapping the yarn several times around the crochet hook (usually 7 to 10 times), and then pulling a loop through. It can be used as a decorative stitch for jewelry, flower making or as a pretty edging. There are several methods for accomplishing this stitch, but I chose the following method because it was the easiest for me.

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