All posts tagged: scheepjes

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 (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 …

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, 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 …

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 …

A blanket finish and some hooky announcements!

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Hey, y’all! I do have a completed blanket to show you today (YAY!) but first, I have some hooky announcements to make, which features an exciting project from a talented crafter who you know and love, as well as a couple of things I’ve been working on. So dive in, and maybe you’ll see something that speaks to you. Hooks ready? Alrighty first up is the… Trinity Mandala MAL The Trinity Mandala MAL pattern was created by talented and generous Esther of It’s All in a Nutshell fame. The photos for this MAL look stunning, and I have a huge idea to use three hula hoops to make a larger version of the mandalas for a wall hanging. I’ll dive into my Scheepjes yarn stash and see what will work! The actual MAL version will use Catona. Here are the details.. Trinity Mandala MAL Info Anyone can join in the fun! International Scheepjes CAL Facebook group Netherlands crafters – Netherlands Scheepjes CAL Facebook Group Esther has compiled all the Trinity Mandala MAL info in a …

Free Crochet Pattern: Painted Hexagons Blanket

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Painted Hexagons Crochet Blanket Pattern (Update!) Painted Hexagons is a beautifully constructed piece that will have you feeling like an artist every time you make it. If you want to take your project with you, you can work the motifs ahead of time, then join them all at home afterward. Then add the simple border and your updated granny hexagon blanket is complete. Truly a masterpiece! Want the yarn kit to make this blanket? Click here to see it in my storefront! (affiliate link) Painted Hexagons Pattern is also featured on AllFreeCrochet.com AND on AllFreeCrochetAfghanPatterns.com. Sign up for their free newsletter to get free patterns sent to you daily! Pattern and Translations NOTE: Pattern is free for beginners at links below. For a concise and convenient, easy-print, ad free PDF version, head to Ravelry. The Painted Hexagons crochet blanket pattern is down below, in English and US Terms. Looking for UK Terms or another language? Note: Huge thank you to the amazing folks who provided translations – they are credited below. UK Terms  Translations will be posted shortly! Traducción …

Free Crochet Pattern: Soulful Sierra Blanket

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Hey, y’all! Stopping in real quick to let y’all know that the free crochet blanket pattern, Soulful Sierra, that I wrote exclusively for AllFreeCrochetAfghanPatterns.com for their generous participation in Project Linus is now available for me to share with you all. Want the yarn kit to make this blanket? Click here to see it in my storefront! (affiliate link) Scroll down for the free pattern. I love this one because a deep chevron has always appealed to me, and you know that straight sides are a must for me. This is the best of both worlds! This pattern is featured in 30+ Favorite Ripple Crochet Afghan Patterns on AllFreeCrochetAfghanPatterns.com and it also has its very own page! As always, you can find an easy-print, ad free, convenient 3-page PDF on Ravelry / Etsy / and LoveCrochet.com Soulful Sierra Free Pattern Introduction Soulful Sierra will become your go-to project any time you need a quick make. It starts with large striped triangles and then the stripes continue in a deep chevron pattern until desired length is reached. …

Starting simple in 2019 with a fast and fun crochet design!

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Hello everyone! It’s a new year and that always gets me to refresh my big picture to-do list and give a good think to the changes I want to make for my business during this trip around the sun. I’m finishing a blog post to tell y’all how I plan out my year, and even polished up a free printable for everyone. So look out for that! And if you didn’t see my 2018 year-in-review, check it out. I got more designing in 2018 than I thought, and may just take it easy this year (but probably not lol). But before I release the 2019 planning post, I’ve been working on a new design over the past couple of weeks, and I couldn’t wait any longer to show you! Some of you may know about my love affair with Scheepjes|Colour Crafter and her party-girl sister, Velvet. If you don’t, then read all about that here. After a brief stint of stash-diving in December (due to the need to gift handmade this year) I realized I …

Multifaceted Crochet Blanket

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Welcome to the Multifaceted crochet blanket beginner’s guide and CAL page. This page is meant to be a supplement to folks who purchased my book and would like some gentle support with their pattern. If you are looking for alternate yarn selection, videos to help with tricky stitches, and the fun that comes with working up a project in a group, then this is the page for you. My plan is to break the blanket up into weekly segments, then list all of the weeks below. Dates will not be assigned, so you can jump in at any time and flow through the project. Ways to connect with the community are provided on this page. I can’t wait to get started! [Jump back to main CAL page.] Before you begin Order my book to get this pattern Add your project to Ravelry to enter the giveaways (see below) Join my Facebook Group to connect with other CALers and get my weekly check-ins Follow me on Instagram @cypresstextiles and use hashtags for your pics (see below) …

City Sunrise Crochet Blanket

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Welcome to the City Sunrise crochet blanket beginner’s guide and CAL page. This page is meant to be a supplement to folks who purchased my book and would like some gentle support with their pattern. If you are looking for alternate yarn selection, videos to help with tricky stitches, and the fun that comes with working up a project in a group, then this is the page for you. My plan is to break the blanket up into weekly segments, then list all of the weeks below. Dates will not be assigned, so you can jump in at any time and flow through the project. Ways to connect with the community are provided on this page. I can’t wait to get started! [Jump back to main CAL page.] Before you begin Order my book to get this pattern Add your project to Ravelry to enter the giveaways (see below) Join my Facebook Group to connect with other CALers and get my weekly check-ins Follow me on Instagram @cypresstextiles and use hashtags for your pics (see …