Pattern Release: the Crinkle Crayon

I loved that this was another design that named itself. As I mentioned, I used 3 colors of scrap yarn, not intentionally but because I underestimated the amount of yarn I had balled up- twice- and had to change colors. Between the color changes and the shape of the water bottle sleeve, it looked like a crayon. And the empty water bottle inside makes a lot of crinkly sounds. "Crinkle Crayon" was a no-brainer!

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Dazzling Bows Shawl- FREE Crochet Pattern

I saw a brief video of a similar stitch one day, and it was unfortunately linked to a scam website with stolen patterns in a different language. There were many comments on the video from crocheters requesting the pattern in English, so after watching it a few times I came up with my own variation- AND I even made a tutorial video for you, as the pattern itself is quite easy, but explaining the technique in written form was a bit of a challenge and I wanted to give you a visual to go along with what I have written.

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10 Crochet Patterns for Baby

My friends and I are offering a selection of 10 adorable baby crochet patterns that you can grab for just $2.00 each- with no discount code needed- from March 10 through March 22, 2024. I have linked all of the patterns below, plus a link to each designer so you can learn more about them and where to find more of their gorgeous designs!

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Diamondback Scarf- FREE Crochet Pattern

I designed the Diamondback Scarf as part of the 2024 Gift to Myself CAL, hosted by Underground Crafter. We spend so much time crocheting items for loved ones and for donation, at times it seems we have hooked and hooked with nothing to show for it, so I just love the spirit of this event- it is okay to put our talents to use on a "selfish" project! You can proudly wear this scarf, knowing you will get lots of compliments and every time someone asks, "where did you get that?" You can say, "oh, I made it!"

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14 Fabulous Crochet Patterns to start 2024

To start off 2024, my friends and I are hosting a $2.00 pattern sale from now through January 21. The discount code is valid for all patterns from January 8-21, which means you do not have to follow a traditional blog hop this month or wait to get the patterns. Grab the ones you want, when you want!

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