Given how many crochet patterns I have that start with the notoriously useful Magic Ring technique, you'd think I'd have written a full, freestanding tutorial for it by now! Mostly because so many tutorials already exist for the Magic Ring, I hadn't bothered to do my own - but now I am remedying that thanks... Continue Reading →
Lotus Mandala Duster FAQ
The Lotus Mandala Duster free crochet pattern (and the offshoot the Lotus Mandala Vest) have remained some of my most popular patterns for years now - and as such, I've encountered a lot of questions about this design! I compiled a few of the most common ones here, but I'm happy to answer others that... Continue Reading →
Scrappy Knit Duster
A few years ago I espied some beautiful images of knit ruana-style shawls and ponchos that used striking color striping in a simple stitch pattern. The knit stitches were loosely made, giving the garment a pretty drape, and the simple tie-offs from color changing formed a natural fringe with a western look. The artist using... 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 →
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 →
Elf Coat Pattern: Small
Update! :Â 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 Knit Stitch Tutorial
A few days ago I released the Tunisian Simple Stitch Tutorial, mostly from material I had already compiled for my Shaman Coat pattern, which utilizes that stitch. Well, that post was a pre-game for what I have to offer today, which is the Tunisian Knit Stitch Tutorial. Tunisian (also called Afghan) crochet is a method... 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 →
Daydreamer Poncho Pattern
Merry Day of the Dead! Today's offering is a brand new PDF crochet pattern that I had (ahem) originally scheduled to release in August. Ha ha! Life. No worries here though because the Daydreamer Poncho is SUPER versatile as a layering piece and looks just as stunning worn over long sleeves and outerwear as it... Continue Reading →