Who needs another reason to buy Scheepjes Whirls? Yes? You’re welcome then. Here is a one Whirl pattern to create a light, airy and eye catching scarf. Perfect to take the chill off those autumn (fall) days. Another free pattern? What? Who am I? Don’t be fooled. These are patterns I made up a while ago, as evidenced by my pregnant belly (Lewis is now 2 and walking!). I have actually since sold this scarf, but I figured it was a lovely pattern to make so why not put the pattern up on the blog as well as it being...
Starlight Starbright Mandala
The Starlight Starbright Mandala is perfect for crocheters looking to expand their experience with mandalas and the more complicated stitches like front and back posts and two stitches worked together. These stitches help to create some eye-catching texture and some depth to this piece. This pattern tested my preference for working with single colours. Look at those oranges and the crisp white! I love this mandala worked up both ways, but I think I prefer the orange version (which is a first for me!). As with all mandala or doily patterns, you can choose to use them traditionally as a...
Rainbow Endz Blanket Crochet Pattern
2017 was the year of the handmade present for us!And the latest is a handmade wedding blanket I recently gifted to a dear friend. This blanket was a pleasure to make as I made it with a large hook, and double stranded yarn so it worked up really quick and is super squishy and warm. Here is the ‘pattern’ I used (p.s. I made it up as I went along…. ) I have updated this pattern to include a bit more detail around the continuous join and the exact instructions for making up the hexagons. You can find it on...
Big Squish Cushion Crochet Pattern
Are you looking for a quick and easy FREE beginner friendly crochet project to add colour to your home? Home décor makes are my favourite because they inevitably result in visitors asking you where you got things and you get to take a breath and with all the pride you can muster reply with ‘I made that!’ The Big Squish Cushion pattern is simple and perfect for someone just starting out in the craft. The pattern is below, but if you would prefer a handy dandy printable, head over to Ravelry for a free downloadable copy. This pattern makes the...
Paua Shell Mandala Crochet Pattern
I have always loved the design of a mandala. I find myself getting lost in staring at them for minutes. (I would love to say hours, but my kids don’t leave me alone for that long!) I thought I would do some research so I can share with you the actual benefits of mandalas rather than you just taking my word for it because I like them! Mandala means circle or completion in Sanskrit. Since the circle can represent a safe and contained space, mandalas have also been found to help both children and adults suffering from anxiety disorders and...
Octagon Fireworks Crochet Blanket
This was my first ever published crochet pattern! Better late than never, I am finally getting around to posting about my very first original pattern. This pattern appeared on my hook while I was pregnant with my third baby, when my sciatica started pinching and the Melbourne Summer heat started wearing me down. We didn’t find out the sex of any of our babies and I wanted to make a nice bright colourful crochet blanket that would go well with either a boy or a girl. So I picked out some rainbow colours from my stash and set out to...
I am a Lotus Flower Doily Crochet Pattern
The I am a Lotus Flower Doily Crochet Pattern is a reminder that we can do hard things! The Lotus Flower really speaks to my heart after a period of a few years of adversity that my family and I have endured. The Lotus Flower grows in a murky, dirty pond, beads of mucky water dripping off its petals to reveal its beauty. It tells me that beautiful things can grow out of the mud & sludge of life. That even in the hard times, beauty is possible. You can do hard things, even crochet doilies! I am truly thrilled...
Ferris Wheel Doily Crochet Pattern
Today is an exciting day for me. Today I publish my very first crochet doily pattern, The Ferris Wheel Doily Crochet Pattern. This all began when I picked up a gorgeous one of a kind hand dyed skein of yarn from the Little Woolie Makes Shop in Hastings, Victoria. I love this shop and the owner Julie is so nice and incredibly talented. I have crocheted with her hand dyed yarn before so I searched out some more of her hand dyed yarn this time too. Getting inspiration from colour This gorgeous hank of moody colour is aptly named...
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