All posts tagged: Crochet

Virtual Blankets and Granny Square Day Highlights

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Hello, there! Whew! What an exhausting day yesterday, releasing a fresh new crochet motif pattern, promoting a giveaway, and all the while wanting to just scroll endlessly through all the beautiful Granny Square Day posts on Instagram. #vvcalGSD2019 Highlights In case you missed it, I ran a giveaway on IG to celebrate Granny Square Day 2019 – all of the entries are under hashtag #vvcalgsd2019, and I’ve pulled some highlights! Check them out: Magnolia Square Birch Square Plumeria Square Crystal Square Ponderosa Square Beautiful squares by beautiful folks Virtual Blankets I pulled together a bunch of cool GSD-related stuffs to load into this post, so hope you’re enjoying this whole handful of gorgeous pics! All of the squares that you’ll see here are made from the free square patterns in my 2016 and 2018 VVCALs. I made a few Virtual Blankets with some color palettes – all pulled from the #vvcalGSD2019 hashtag, and keep in mind these are made by folks worldwide. Talk about SYNERGY! Love our community! Neutrals + Mustard Blue + Green Red …

Merryweather Square Free Pattern – A Granny Square Day Gift

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Hello, friend! It was a phenomenal Granny Square Day today, and I can tell you I spent way too much time on Instagram watching everyone post. Hashtag worth it!! Granny Square Giveaway Update I had over 260 people enter my giveaway celebrating Granny Square Day, and I will announce the 3 winners tomorrow. Look out for a blog post shortly with all the highlights and the fun giveaway info. I will be making virtual blankets with the squares that folks entered as well! Head to #vvcalGSD2019 to see the entries! Merryweather Square As a thank you to everyone who participated in the giveaway, and to all of the folks that shared the love by talking about it in their stories and IG / Facebook feeds, as well as just a HUGE thank you to everyone who follows this site, I decided to release a brand new free pattern today. I named her Merryweather after the blue fairy on Sleeping Beauty, and I think it is just so fitting. Here, you can see my full Merryweather …

Crochet Tip: Hold Cotton Thread Triple to Add Elegant Texture (Simple Trick) – Feat. VVCAL Squares

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Helloooo, gorgeous crafter! Today I want to share a small WIP that I have been working on here and there over the past month. And, I also include a super nice tip that I learned from two crafters years ago to make three strands of yarn from one skein/ball. Very useful!! So here we go! I have an entire shelf of beautiful cotton thread Scheepjes || Maxi Sweet Treat – I have a full set of them, which is a total of 109 colors. Definitely swoon-worthy, but also kind of sad – they are very pretty to look at, but I don’t much work with thread very often, and I am not one to let yarn fester in a stash.. I like to USE it!! Sweet VVCAL Blanket in Progress So with a tip that I remembered in the back files somewhere in the recesses of my brain, I made the decision to create a cute little VVCAL blanket, just making a square here and there over time. Eep, just posting these photos is making …

Free Crochet Pattern: Downtown Scarf (UK Terms)

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Welcome to my latest free crochet pattern, y’all! The Downtown Scarf is here, and there’s plenty of time to make this your go-to holiday gift. Some of y’all have shared with me that you will be using this pattern to make scarves for your loved ones and I am tickled pink! With Scheepjes Metropolis yarn (originally a sock yarn), it is lush and soft next to the skin. Pattern Find the Downtown Scarf pattern in an ad-free, easy to print PDF for a small fee – BOTH US and UK Terms PDF files are included: Etsy // Ravelry Or scroll down for the free pattern in UK Terms! Looking for the free pattern in US Terms? Click here! Y’all, I’m super proud and happy with this free pattern. This scarf was a long time incubating in my mind before I finally got to making it! And now I am so glad to share it with you all. Social Media Note: if you get started on this pattern, don’t forget to tag #DowntownScarf and #CypressTextiles on …

Free Crochet Pattern: Downtown Scarf (US Terms)

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Welcome to my latest free crochet pattern, y’all! The Downtown Scarf is here, and there’s plenty of time to make this your go-to holiday gift. Some of y’all have shared with me that you will be using this pattern to make scarves for your loved ones and I am tickled pink! With Scheepjes Metropolis yarn (originally a sock yarn), it is lush and soft next to the skin. Pattern Find the Downtown Scarf pattern in an ad-free, easy to print PDF for a small fee – BOTH US and UK Terms PDF files are included: Etsy // Ravelry Or scroll down for the free pattern in US Terms! Looking for the free pattern in UK Terms? Click here! Y’all, I’m super proud and happy with this free pattern. This scarf was a long time incubating in my mind before I finally got to making it! And now I am so glad to share it with you all. Social Media Note: if you get started on this pattern, don’t forget to tag #DowntownScarf and #CypressTextiles on …

Downtown Scarf in Scheepjes Metropolis

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Hello, you! Today I am stopping in quickly to show you the completed Downtown Scarf. It really did fly off the hook! Since I last posted, I did accumulate a bit of info for this project, so hope you enjoy this quick and easy-breezy post. Related Links To get some fast and helpful info, see the links below. This pattern is now published! Click here to learn more about Metropolis and where to order the 50g balls and the mini Colour Pack Click here to see some color combination recommendations for the Downtown Scarf (Some folks are using them already!) Downtown Scarf Information I made this scarf in Scheepes | Metropolis, and am enjoying the positive feedback about this yarn launch. A few folks messaged me with pics showing they already ordered their yarn, and a couple actually used one of my recommended color palettes from the WIP post earlier. How cool is that?! I also had some folks saying they were going to use this pattern for family gifts at the holiday season, and …

New Crochet WIP: Downtown Scarf in Scheepjes Metropolis Yarn

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Sometimes an idea knocks around my head for years and the right yarn has to come around for it to resurface and develop. When I received my surprise Metropolis Yarn, I knew it would be perfect for a scarf, and it was just the right amount of yarn, too. This scarf is flying off my hook, and I’ll have an FO reveal and a free pattern before you know it! With just four 50g balls of Metropolis, you can make the chic and wearable Downtown Scarf. Keep scrolling for some alternate color combo recommendations. This pattern is now published! Social Media: #downtownscarf #cypresstextiles Scheepjes Metropolis This yarn is a dream. It’s slightly heathered – which I love – and is soft, squooshy, and luxurious. Browse the links below to get some for yourself – as always, these (*) are affiliate links, so shopping through them helps support CypressTextiles and all my yarny endeavors, and it doesn’t cost you any extra! Wool Warehouse* Deramores* Or find a Scheepjes Retailer near you! The colors I am using in my …

Free Crochet Pattern: Questlove Blanket, UK Terms

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Welcome to the Questlove Free Crochet Blanket Pattern! This pattern is in UK Terms. Find the US Terms version here. With its faded demin skies yarn, and its primary colors, Questlove is an ode to early 90s fashion. I created it as a dedication to a carefree lifestyle and relaxed clothing choices. Whatever colors you choose for your Questlove, your blanket will end up cozy, funky, and eye-catching. A perfect conversation piece. Find the easy-print, condensed and styled PDF on Etsy, Ravelry, and LoveCrafts for a small fee. Questlove Blanket Design A simple design, and a mindless make Perfect for when you have to make something fast and creative for an upcoming baby shower Great for when you have no deadline, but you just want to zone out and not concentrate Make all of the motifs ahead of time and join afterward Thank you to talented and beautiful Carol White Janik of The Hoosier Crocheter, who generously worked up this sample blanket and took lovely photos for me. Do check out her The Hoosier Crocheter Facebook …

Free Crochet Pattern: Questlove Blanket, US Terms

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Welcome to the Questlove Free Crochet Blanket Pattern! This pattern is in US Terms. Find the UK Terms version here. With its faded demin skies yarn, and its primary colors, Questlove is an ode to early 90s fashion. I created it as a dedication to a carefree lifestyle and relaxed clothing choices. Whatever colors you choose for your Questlove, your blanket will end up cozy, funky, and eye-catching. A perfect conversation piece. Find the easy-print, condensed and styled PDF on Etsy, Ravelry, and LoveCrafts for a small fee. Questlove Blanket Design A simple design, and a mindless make Perfect for when you have to make something fast and creative for an upcoming baby shower Great for when you have no deadline, but you just want to zone out and not concentrate Make all of the motifs ahead of time and join afterward Thank you to talented and beautiful Carol White Janik of The Hoosier Crocheter, who generously worked up this sample blanket and took lovely photos for me. Do check out her The Hoosier Crocheter Facebook …

A Yarny Surprise: Scheepjes Metropolis Plus NEW Mini Colour Pack

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Hello, lovely! Today I am popping in to show off a new yarn. Every time Scheepjes comes out with something new, I squee over the color range, and when you see how many colors are in their new Metroplolis line, you will definitely squeeeee! Shown in this post are the 50g ball version and the 10g ball colour pack version, as well as an example blanket to make from each, featuring projects by super-talented HaakMaarRaak and Boy and Bunting. Lovely! Scheepjes Metropolis is a wonderful sock yarn (but can be used for any project as you’ll see further down in the post) and they had a pair of socks made in every color. How lush is this promotional photo? Metropolis Premium Blend Yarn Here is the full range of Scheepjes | Metropolis in one handy shade card. Told you there are a ton of colors! The shading and color-work possibilities are endless. Details Fiber Content: 75% Merino extra fine, 25% Nylon Weight/Length: 50g/200M (Scroll down for 10g) Needle/Hook Size: 2.5-3mm Gauge: 10x10cm = 29st and …

Freeform Crochet Basics: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide

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Hello, lovely! Lately I’ve been thinking of you. Who are you, and where are you on your creative crochet journey? Are you just starting out and still learning the basics? Do you have years of crochet under your belt, but you love sticking to those simple rhythmic designs for a little #craftastherapy? Are you looking for a way to push the boundary of your hook and yarn, and let your creativity flow? No matter where you are on your journey, you probably feel like creativity is deeply connected to your soul and cultivating happiness. Keeping that creative feeling fresh is so important to get out – and stay out – of those low energy points of life. It happens to all of us. The creative funk. If you want a creative refresher, I have an idea for you. If you haven’t tried it, you should definitely take a few afternoons to see how you like freeform crochet. The freedom of expressing yourself with fiber art will get those creative juices flowing again. [Related: Scheepjes Cahlista …

Free Crochet Pattern: Large DIY Mandala Crochet Wall Hanging Decor

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Hey, you! Hope you’re doing well and making sure to squeeze some hooky into your busy days. I haven’t had much crochet time lately, so I decided to start on a great project that can be completed quickly. The Trinity Mandala MAL is a free pattern by Esther of It’s All in a Nutshell, and it’s perfect to finish in those stolen crochet moments. Trinity Mandalas Isn’t it beautiful? The Trinity Mandala Make-Along is now over, but the free crochet pattern is still available on Esther’s blog, It’s All in a Nutshell. Check out the materials needed for the original Trinity Mandalas. The colors are so bright and pretty! Materials To make the original mandalas, use Scheepjes | Catona in 10 colors (see below) x 1 ball each. Shopping through these affiliate links is a great way to support CypressTextiles, and it doesn’t cost you any extra! WoolWarehouse KnottyHouse Deramores Black Sheep Wools Or find other Scheepjes retailers near you! You will need 10 colors of Scheepjes Catona (50g/125m) yarn to make the Trinity Mandalas. Here are the colors in the original pattern: …

New! Surftime Blanket – Scheepjes YARN Bookazine, Issue 7: Reef

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Hey, there, awesome yarn artist! There is so much to share today! A Big Finish Yes, just a few days ago, I finally published the Mateo’s Granny Square Blanket pattern – I know you may had been waiting for that one, because my DMs and inboxes were full of messages asking if it was almost ready. Welp, I finished it! But way before that, something top secret was on my hook. A Top Secret Project, Revealed In the Fall of 2018, the Scheepjes Bloggers went to Yarndale, and in all my free time, I was busy designing a project for the Scheepjes YARN Bookazine, Issue 7: Reef. Okay, I’m totally kidding about the free time – we were hustling and bustling and ogling gorgeous yarns – check out my post on the 2018 Scheepjes Bloggers’ Days at Yarndale! But, yes I do have overpack-itis, and I did pack some Colour Crafter yarn with me so I could at least have a little play with the motif design for my ocean-inspired blanket during my airport layover …

Mateo’s Granny Square Blanket – UK Terms

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Translations This pattern is in English and US Terms. Looking for US Terms or another language? US Terms Translations coming soon Pattern Easy to print, ad-free condensed PDF file: Ravelry // Etsy  Check out the other patterns for absolute beginners in the You Can Crochet This! series Scroll for free pattern. Introduction Mateo’s Granny Square Blanket is a project I whipped up for a newborn li’l babe and of course I had to do some pics and video for the simple pattern so you can all enjoy it too. It’s a great way for a beginner to make some super neat work with an easy and free pattern. Doesn’t it look so neat and clean? I do love a cozy traditional granny – I wrote a blog post about 7 fun ways to granny! – but sometimes a clean look is what you’re after. I used a whip stitch join to make such straight seams, and very flat too. Plus, the whip stitch uses the tails, so fewer ends to weave! My preference is to work through both loops …

4 Crochet Joins for Hexagon Motifs (Video Tutorials)

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Hello, amazing crafter! Lately I have gotten some questions and comments about joining hexagons and some creative ways to do so. I do have some crochet joining methods for hexagon motifs in my video tutorials and blog posts, and I thought it may be helpful to gather some in one place for reference. Remember if you are looking for a certain pattern of mine or just want to browse, you can head to my sidebar to the right (scroll down on smartphone or tablet) and all of my crochet patterns and tutorials are now listed for your convenience. The 4 crochet joins for hexagon motifs in this post are: CJAYG for Hexagons Using SC and PLT Join CJAYG Granny Stitch for Hexagons Whip Stitch Join for Hexagons Continuous FBJ for Hexagons Along with each join description, tips, image and crochet join tutorial links, I will also give you helpful info where applicable, such as pattern info and yarn shopping links. Note: To Edge or Not to Edge Your Hexagon Motifs If you’d like to edge …