Published in Love of Crochet – Holiday Issue 2013
Once again we’ve got some cute crochet patterns published in the Holiday issue of Love of Crochet available in stores October 14, 2013. We are so thrilled to bring you these fun designs.
We’ve created some beautiful patterns that can be crocheted as gifts for him, for her and for dog lovers!
While all the patterns are easy, the his and hers cowl were specifically designed as beginner projects. With just a little tweak, the masculine gaitor designed for him transforms into a beautiful cowl for her.
If you want to pamper your pet and crochet something for those who love them, then there are a few patterns just for you.
His and Hers Cowls
We’ve created a simple cowl design for him and her that’s perfect for beginners. Check out the “Learn to Crochet” section for the “Ice Fishing Gaitor” and the “Grey Lady Cowl”.
We specifically wanted to make a pattern that a beginner could use for masculine and feminine projects. One that would be easily modified so that a new crocheter can get two very different looking garments from one simple design. Reading a pattern can be stressful, particularly for a new crocheter. We’re alleviating the stress this holiday season with this His and Hers design.
Pictured with the “Grey Lady Cowl” is an alternative yarn: Red Heart Boutique.
Pet Lovers Trio
Update 5/15/2014: These patterns are now available in the store as a set or individually!
Dogs Days Trio – Dog Bone Pillow – Paw Purse – Pocket Organizer
Dog Days Trio pattern on Etsy.
Dog Bone Pillow pattern on Etsy.
Paw Purse pattern on Etsy.
Pocket organizer pattern on Etsy.
This set was born out of practicality and my (Dana) love for my dog, Joy – a white lab. The dog toys, treats and medicines were spilling out of one of my kitchen cabinets and it was driving me crazy. So, I created a pocket organizer that hangs by my back door.
Once I started crocheting dog stuff, well, I couldn’t stop. Thus the treat purse and dog bone pillow!
I chose pink to compliment the brown on the set because the dog and I both love pink. (Ok, she’s probably color blind, but it makes me happy.)
Choose Your Color
The great thing about all five of these projects is that they would look great in any color you or the guys in your life prefer. If, for example, you’re making a cowl for a boy…when they pick camo colors, the gaitor will look great! Or if they want team colors, it’ll look even better!
Crochet Cup Cozy Patterns – Animals
Some holidays are super fun to crochet into a cozy. We’ll be decorating for several special occasions with these cozies. These are fun for traditional holidays like Christmas, Halloween, Birthday, 4th of July, Memorial Day, St. Patrick’s Day, Valentine’s Day and Thanksgiving.
It’s fun to get into the spirit of the seasons, even sports seasons. With these cozies we’re celebrating Spring, Mother’s Day, Earth Day, Football (Baseball and Basketball) Season, I {heart} Yarn Day, Administrative Professionals Day, Chinese New Year and more!
We had so much fun creating cozies that we couldn’t resist making some quirky designs as well. Some of these designs are season and just for fun like Halloween, Talk Like a Pirate Day, Father’s Day, Casual Friday’s and Just Because.
