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NatCroMo 2016 – Crochetville Tour

February 29, 2016 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

National Crochet Month – Crochetville Blog Tour 2016

If you’ve hopped on the train for the Crochetville.com blog tour, Welcome! We’re glad you’ve stopped by for a visit. There will be giveaways and interviews with yarn experts all month long…so be sure to visit Crochetville for the latest deets.

As part of the Crochetville tour, we shared a bit about our travel experiences. We haven’t traveled a ton, but I (Dana) enjoyed visiting Deborah when she was a school teacher in China and was sad I couldn’t visit her when she was teaching in Bolivia. And alas, we didn’t become crochet addicts until after Deborah returned to the states so missed the opportunity to buy fibers from international vendors. A few of our designs have been inspired by our travels. Check out the Bamboo Blanket and Chinese New Year cup cozy for a couple examples.

Dishcloth+ Series: Corner to Corner Dishcloth and Placemat Crochet Pattern

To celebrate National Crochet Month, we’re sharing a free crochet pattern for a beautiful dishcloth and placemat. This is the 3rd in our 12 part Dishie+ Series sponsored by Universal Yarn with Fibra Natural Good Earth yarn.

Corner to corner is an uber fun crochet technique where you create little blocks of double crochet starting in one corner of your project working in rows on the diagonal. Wow, that sounds more complex than it really is. Trust us, it’s a lot of fun.

Step-by-Step Photo Tutorial for Corner to Corner Crochet

This free dishcloth crochet pattern includes a step-by-step photo tutorial on the corner to corner technique and also includes a free pattern for a crocheted placemat. It’s National Crochet month, after all. If you haven’t tried this technique…then dive on in. And if you have tried this technique…then enjoy!

These practical home items would be great as gifts, too.

It’s FREE in the store. Get your crochet pattern for Corner to Corner Dishcloth and Placemat in the store.

If you’re a fan of dishies, check out the other fun dishclothes in the series as well:

January Snow (dishcloth and table runner in the shell stitch)
Blueberry Dishcloth and Heartfelt Dish Towel (in the berry stitch)

Filed Under: Dining, Dishcloth+ Series, Home, Kitchen · Tagged With: corner to corner, dish+, dishcloth, placemat

Blueberry Dishcloth and Heartfelt Towel

February 5, 2016 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

Dishcloth+ Series: February’s Blueberry Dishcloth and Heartfelt Towel Crochet Pattern

For Valentine’s month we’ve created a beautiful heart embossed kitchen towel using the “Uneven Berry” stitch (Stitch #27 from the Crochet Stitch Dictionary). It’s a simple stitch that creates a beautiful puff perfect for creating raised designs.

The dishcloth is the perfect project to master the stitch. And it’s super practical. The bumpy side is great for scrubbing stuck-on grim and the smooth side works great for smooth cleaning like glasses and cups.

Pictured, the dishcloth and kitchen towel are crocheted in Fibra Natura Good Earth distributed by Universal Yarn. This cotton linen blend is perfect for going from sink to washing machine and back again.

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The Blueberry Dishcloth and Heartfelt Towel Crochet Pattern is available now in our Etsy Shop.

Available now on Etsy.

Filed Under: Dishcloth+ Series, Kitchen · Tagged With: dishcloth, dishi+ series, heart, kitchen, towel

January Snow – Dishcloth Crochet Pattern

January 25, 2016 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

January Snow – Dischloth and Table Runner Crochet Pattern

Our first in a twelve part dishcloth+ series, January Snow is a dishcloth and table runner made in a soft Crystal color with a delicate shell pattern that reminds us of fresh falling snow.

Table Runnie and Dishcloth Crochet Pattern

This beautiful pattern is easy to do and remember, and works up quickly. This delicate looking design is durable and functional. Lovely enough to grace your home or to give as gifts.

The table runner will add class and beauty instantly. The lovely shell pattern is surrounded by double crochets drawing the eye to its decorative center and border. With a few minor adjustments, it would make a lovely place mat as well!

Dishcloth: 10.25 inches square

Table Runner: 11.5 x 33.5 inches

Dishcloth + Table Runner Available on Etsy

January Snow dishcloth and table runner is available now in our Etsy store.

Available now on Etsy.

We are using FibraNatura Good Earth for the Dishcloth+ Series which is sponsored by Universal Yarn.

Filed Under: Dining, Dishcloth+ Series, Kitchen · Tagged With: dishcloth, shells, table runner

Play Ball: New Published Pattern

September 2, 2015 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

Play Ball: Published in Love of Crochet Summer 2015….Now Available in Store

Love sports? We created a crochet pattern for a throw pillow and stadium cushions to help keep you comfortable at your next baseball, softball or American football game.

These stadium cushions are surprisingly easy to make and have several fun design features. There are shoulder straps to make them easy to carry to the game. There are tie downs on the side so you can tuck the shoulder strap away while in use. And we’ve included zippers so the cushion covers can be washed.

It’s hip to be square…or just a bit cheeky.

Play Ball Available in the Store

Play Ball Stadium Cushions and Throw Pillow first appeared in Love of Crochet Summer 2015. They are now available in the store.

The pattern includes:

Baseball / Softball Stadium Cushion
American Football Stadium Cushion
Baseball / Softball Throw Pillow

Filed Under: Baseball, Football, Home Decor, Patterns for Sale, Publications, Sports · Tagged With: american football, baseball, softball, stadium cushion, throw pillow

Vote in Twins Face Off Flower Stashbuster Challenge

August 18, 2015 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

Vote in the Twins Face Off Crochet Design Challenge
This is a Flower Stashbuster Challenge with Vanna’s Choice Yarn

It’s up to you to choose, which crocheted floral project you like better. After you vote below, scroll down to enter the giveaway for your chance to win a copy of both crochet patterns.

~~Giveaway ends August 24, 2015 at midnight.~~

We have extended the vote and giveaway to August 28th at midnight. We’ll select 2 more winners!

Twins Face Off Floral Design

Left: Floral Heart Throw Pillow Right: Flower Door Stops

We raided our stash and used Vanna’s Choice yarn for our projects. Learn more and see additional photos for Floral Heart Throw Pillow and Flower Door Stops in the shop.

The vote is annonymous, so vote with confidence.

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Filed Under: Flowers, Home, Home Decor, Twins Face Off Design Challenge · Tagged With: door stop, flower, pillow, Twins Face Off

Pork Chop Pig Crochet Pattern

July 30, 2015 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

Hunting for Bacon?

Whether you need more bacon in your life or want to go on a boar hunt, this crochet pattern is PETA approved!

pig with collar

This pig can be accessorized with a sweater and a medal. He can be Wilbur from Charlotte’s Web, or a trophy piece for the hunters out there. We even made it in red for the Razorback fans!

I made several of the mounted pig heads for my students after we read Animal Farm. They loved them!

Pig Crochet Pattern Be sure to download the free accessories pattern for the fun variations.

Pork Chop Pattern on Etsy

Pork Chop crochet pattern.

Pork Chop accessories pack (sweater, medal, Razorback).

Filed Under: Animals, Crochet, Father's Day, Great as Gifts, Home, Home Decor, Patterns for Sale, Pets, Toys, Yarnovator · Tagged With: boar, charlotte's web, crochet, pig, pork chop, razorback, trophy

Published in Love of Crochet Spring 2015

March 26, 2015 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

Published in Love of Crochet Magazine Spring 2015

I caught the bug…the itch to crochet some pet rocks that look like insects and flowers! Even if there’s snow outside, it can be Spring inside with these cute Garden Buddies.

These cheerful little guys are a great way to bring the outdoors in. I love to have them sitting at my desk as paper weights. They are also cute sitting in potted indoor plants.

These patterns are available in Love of Crochet Magazine Spring 2015 issue now in craft stores and newsstands. Yarn is Handicrafter Crochet Thread 5 by Bernat.

Welcome Spring!

Garden Pals pattern available on Etsy.

Filed Under: Cozy, Flowers, Home, Home Decor, Publications · Tagged With: bee, butterfly caterpillar, cozy, daisy, garden buddies, ladybug, pet rocks, rock, rose, spring

How to Single Crochet Photo Tutorial

March 16, 2015 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

How to Single Crochet Photo Tutorial – with 7 Easy Crochet Dishcloth Patterns

If you or a friend want to learn how to single crochet, this photo tutorial is the perfect guide. It includes step-by-step photos and step-by-step written directions, making it a great reference tool.

Tutorial includes:

How to create a slip knot
How to Yarn Over (YO)
How to Make a Chain
How to Single Crochet
How to Crochet in Both Loops
How to Crochet in Front Loops
How to Crochet in Back Loops
How to Change Color at the end of a Row
Includes 7 Crochet Patterns that Use ONLY Single Crochet and Chain Stitch

This photo tutorial is perfect for people just learning to crochet as well as those wanting to brush up on their skills. When you finish these 7 crochet patterns, you’ll single crochet with confidence…you’ll crochet like a pro!

Yarn pictured is Lion Brand Kitchen Cotton.

How to Single Crochet Photo Tutorial Available in the Store

Learn more about this Photo Tutorial on How to Single Crochet in the store.

It includes 7 fun crochet patterns.
Step-by-Step Photos.
Step-by-Step Written Instructions.

Single Crochet like a pro!

Filed Under: Crochet Technique, Home, Kitchen, Patterns for Sale · Tagged With: dishcloth, dishie, photo tutorial, single crochet

Panda Set

February 9, 2015 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

Panda Set Crochet Pattern

Love Panda’s or know someone who adores these exotic bears?

The Panda Set has something for everyone – newborn to adult men!

Panda Set Includes:

Bean Bag Chair
Hats: 6 sizes (newborn to adult men)
Pants / Diaper Covers: 4 sizes (newborn to 12 mos)
Stuffed Animal
Bamboo Blanket
Panda Set pattern available on Etsy.

Panda Set – Crochet Details

The spike stitch is used where colors change to give the illusion of fur. We’ve included information on how to make a furry panda bean bag using Fun Fur.

Everything in the pattern is surprisingly easy to make. We rate the pattern intermediate because of the foundation ch (sometimes called no foundation chain stitches) used in the leaves of the bamboo.

You may have seen this pattern before. It first appeared in Love of Crochet magazine Holiday 2014 issue. Now it’s available in the store!

Panda Set – Crochet Pattern Now Available

The Panda Set is now available in the store as a crochet pattern. The pattern includes supplies list, lots of photos, step by step instructions, check boxes to mark your progress and more.

Panda Set pattern available on Etsy.

Filed Under: Accessories, Adult, Afghan, Animals, Baby, Bean Bag - Pouf, Boy, Child, Cozy, Girl, Hat, Home, Home Decor, Patterns for Sale, Toys · Tagged With: afghan, baby blanket, blanket, ear flap, hat, lapghan, panda, pants, stuffed animal, toy

Panda Doorknob Cozy

September 15, 2014 by Yarnitect (Dana) ·

Panda Doorknob Cozy FREE on RedHeart.com

Photo: Red Heart

We’ve created a cute panda doorknob cozy for Red Heart and it’s FREE on their website!

This cozy is a fun accent to a child’s room and may act as a child proof cozy for toddlers!

The cozy was designed using Red Heart Soft yarn. This yarn is 100% acrylic and is surprisingly soft! We love using it because of how cozy it feels running through our fingers…and it’s washable!

Get your free Panda Doorknob Cozy at Redheart.com.

Filed Under: Animals, Bedroom, Cozy, Patterns for FREE, Publications · Tagged With: doorknob, panda