Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make the V-stitch. This is a beautiful lacy stitch using the double crochet stitch. The V-stitch is another one of those stitches that require little thinking once you get into a rhythm. You are basically working into the V-stitch from the […]
Watermelon Coaster Pattern
Today I’m sharing my watermelon coaster pattern with everyone. This fun, beginner-friendly pattern is perfect for summer! The watermelon coaster pattern will help you learn how to crochet in the round using the half double crochet and single crochet stitches. Follow along with my step-by-step instructions and soon you will have you very own set […]
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How to Make the Woven Stitch
Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to make the woven stitch. This is a beginner-friendly stitch using two basic crochet stitches: the single crochet and the chain stitch. The woven stitch is one of those stitches that require little thinking once you get the hang of it. You […]
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Yarn Dye Experience
Hey everyone! For a while now, I’ve been interested in learning how to dye my own yarn. There are so many other wonderful yarn dyers out there with beautiful color combinations. I keep thinking to myself, “It can’t be too difficult to dye yarn, right?” I decided to take this yarn dye experience into motion […]
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Back Loop Hot Pad Pattern
Hey everyone! Today I’ll be sharing with you my back loop hot pad pattern as part of my Crochet 101 series. This free pattern will help you learn how to make a single crochet in the back loop only while also completing a beginner project. The completed back loop hot pad is approximately 9×9. Follow […]
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Crochet Saved My Life Book Review
Hi everyone! Today I’m going to review the book Crochet Saved My Life by Kathryn Vercillo.
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How to Crochet in the Front Loop and Back Loop Only
Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to crochet in the front loop and back loop only. By doing this technique, you are creating a ribbing effect in your project, which can be quite nice. In this tutorial, I’ll go over how to crochet in the front loops and […]
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Lion Brand Hometown USA Yarn Review
Today I’m going to review Lion Brand Hometown USA. Just like the name states, Lion Brand Hometown USA is made in the USA and comes in a variety of bright, primary colors, variegated colors, and also textural tweed colors. You can easily find colors that match your favorite sports team.
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How to Read a Crochet Pattern
Hey everyone! In today’s Crochet 101 lesson, I’m going to teach you how to read a crochet pattern. Once you’ve practiced learning your basic stitches, I imagine you’re eager to learn how to read a crochet pattern. (Check out my Crochet 101 lessons here).
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Crafty Goals Update (6 Months)
Hey everyone! It’s been 6 months since I first shared my crafty goals for 2017, so I thought I would share a crafty goals update on how I’m doing. A lot has happened since January, so let’s take a look at how I’m doing.
