Select summer themed crochet patterns are now 40% OFF! Summer crochet patterns include patterns from all store categories, so be sure to check them all out. If a pattern is on sale, it’ll say so at the beginning of the pattern’s description. The patterns are already marked down to their sale prices, so there’s no need to enter coupon codes. Just add the patterns to your cart and check out!

In addition, there will be a Premium Pattern Membership giveaway, one lucky person will be able to download patterns for free for a year! If you’re not familiar with the membership, feel free to learn more about it here: About Premium Pattern Membership. All current Premium Pattern Members along with any new members that sign up for a membership before the end of the sale will be automatically entered into this giveaway. Good luck to everyone! Sale ends June 30, 2013.

Wire crochet is a technique that allows you to explore the more sculptural side of crochet. This simple pendant pattern gives novice wire crocheters an idea of the combination of strength and flexibility found in a metal fabric. The finished pendant would go well with a simple wire and bead chain.

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Cotton is a summer staple because of its breathability, absorbency, softness, and durability. A crochet powerhouse, cotton is used for everything from dishcloths to fine wearables. Threadies know the joys of crocheting in fine cotton thread with tiny hooks, but cotton comes in bulky weights as well.

Think of all of the cotton garments in your closet. Cotton fabric can range from the virtually indestructible denim of blue jeans to the delicate crepe of a summer blouse. Similarly, cotton yarn has many varieties – from the affordable workhorse dishcloth cotton to the finer (and pricier) Pima and Egyptian cottons. Mercerized cotton has undergone a chemical process to increase the yarn’s strength, durability, and luster. On the other hand, organic cotton is free of all chemical processes in growing the plant and processing the yarn.

Because cotton paradoxically might shrink in the wash but stretch when worn, it is best to choose a blend when crocheting fitted garments so the yarn will give you the look you desire. Generally, washing and reblocking the garment will restore shape to your cotton creations.

Cool cotton’s fiber structure pulls heat and absorbs moisture, making it a must in warmer climates. Vegans and animal activists might like cotton’s animal-free quality, as might those who have animal allergies.

What do you like to crochet with cotton? Please share your cotton adventures in the comments below!

There’s a new pattern in the Crochet Spot Store! Wrap yourself up in this long, rectangular shawl. The mesh texture makes this shawl great for a little extra warmth during summer nights or when you’re feeling chilly in air conditioned rooms. The pattern is filled will small and large picot stitches. The main body of the shawl is made up of rows and rows of picots that create stripes when combined with the openwork stitches. The shawl is finished off with an edging of more picot stitches.

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A basket is a welcome addition to playtime with dolls who would surely love to have a picnic. This basket is small enough for a fashion doll to tote around on a fun excursion. The basketweave pattern is simple, making it easy for novice crocheters to create the texture. Front post and back post stitches are used in this pattern.

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An oval is a basic shape that can be crocheted for many purposes, such as to create a placemat, bag, or dishcloth. But how do you crochet a basic oval? Ovals come in different shapes. The oval we are crocheting today is nothing more than a half circle + a rectangle (of any length) + a half circle.

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Lovely and long, these earrings are perfect for a sun-dress, formal gown, or even just shorts and a tank. Adding a bead gives it a touch of glamour while the shimmer of the yarn speaks volumes of elegance. They are simple to make and pretty to look at so don’t be surprised if all your girlfriends want a pair! Tip: Make them shorter by only crocheting two circles per earring.

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There’s a new pattern in the Crochet Spot Store! If you are looking to decorate a nursery or child’s room, the teddy bear rug is a great fit. Boys and girls will love it! Textured yarns can kick it up a notch and give it a more carpet-like look. This rug is a great project for fuzzy novelty yarns, such as boucle or eyelash yarn. This rug is a fun addition to any kid’s room. The teddy bear can also be used as a hanging decoration instead of a rug.

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Make these for the little girl in your life with the love of floral, or use them to adorn a table on your veranda or anywhere else. Flowers are excellent accessories in the summer months as they remind you of the beautiful life growing and blooming all around us.

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If you know how to make a foundation double crochet (fdc) row, you may be wondering how to adapt the technique to patterns with decreases. You may just want to create the final number of stitches, but decreases affect shaping, so it is better to make the decreases prescribed by the pattern.

To follow this tutorial, you should be comfortable with making the foundation double crochet.
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