I've always loved the bowler, a.k.a derby hat, and I think this cute but classy style looks great with anything! So I was inspired to create a crochet version, with a vintage-y feel and body stiff enough to maintain the classic bowler shape. The Vintage Derby pattern is the result, a pretty simple crochet pattern... Continue Reading →
Pixie Belt PDF
Just popping in for a quick reminder that my Pixie Pocket Belt tutorial is now available in downloadable, portable, printable, ad-free form! Head over to my Etsy Shop , Ko-fi Shop, or Ravelry Pattern Store to get it <3 <3 <3 Thanks for visiting and supporting - the free version is still available on my... Continue Reading →
PBT: Cell Phone Pocket
This post is part of a series of tutorials on how to create your own unique crochet pixie pocket belt – to read more about this series visit the Intro page. I often like to leave my technology behind when I go wandering in the forest, but hey, sometime's a pixie's gotta stay connected. That's why... Continue Reading →
PBT: One Piece Circular Pocket
This post is part of a series of tutorials on how to create your own unique crochet pixie pocket belt – to read more about this series visit the Intro page. One Piece Circular Pocket Most of the crochet utility belts I make have circle pockets – I love their potential as a canvas for other... Continue Reading →
Elf Coat Pattern: Medium
Update! : To see all available sizes for the FREE Elf Coat pattern and all the free add-ons to the pattern, visit the Elf Coat FAQ page for links! I am very excited to have finally finished my Elf Coat size medium! I rolled out the pattern early, and then worked my butt off so... Continue Reading →
Curvy Bralette Tutorial
Last summer I designed a simple beginner bralette-style crochet top with the aim of creating a fun basic piece that could be altered easily - the Basic Bralette Tutorial! Since then, it's been on my list to create some modified versions, especially one that is better for curvier busts 🙂 Update! 7/17/2019: This modification and... Continue Reading →
Mandala Tam Free Pattern
The free pattern I'm offering today is a rework of a design I've been using for ages! I started making these netted caps way back when I had white girl dreads, to keep my hair out of my way while traveling. After I got rid of the 'locks, I kept using this style of... Continue Reading →
Elf Coat Pattern: Small
Update! : To view all available sizes of the FREE Elf Coat Pattern and all free add-ons please see the Elf Coat FAQ page for links! <3 Hi there! I'm really happy I am bringing you the Elf Coat Tunisian crochet pattern today, as this piece has been my secret baby for over a year... Continue Reading →
Tunisian Simple Stitch Tutorial
Today I'm bringing to the blog a tutorial for the style of crochet known as Tunisian (also called Afghan) crochet, a method that uses a long hook to keep multiple stitch loops on the hook before working them back off to complete them. There are many different Tunisian stitches, but one of the most basic... Continue Reading →
Winter Project Updates
Hi there! It's not necessarily been crickets around here, but I do feel its time for some project updates of things I've recently completed. I haven't had a whole lot of new things to show in the crochet category since many of the things I've had on the hook have been larger, longer projects that... Continue Reading →