It's warming up outside (yay!) and today I wanted to show you how to crochet this super simple tank top. While I've made an easy knit sleeveless top or two, I've never whipped up a crochet version. Since I had a couple skeins of Superwash Merino left over from my Classic Sleeveless Knit Top, it seemed like a good choice for a crochet version as well. This entire top only ended up using one skein! By the way, I like this top because you make the straps wide enough to wear it with a bra. ... Read More about How To Crochet A Tank Top
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Knit & Crochet For Rescued Animals
I'm a day late, but for Earth Day this year, I thought I'd write a little blog post on knitting and crocheting for rescued animals (both wild and domestic). I've been an animal lover all my life, so mixing yarn and animals is a perfect match in my book! Many of you make things for charities, and it's nice to remember that animals can use our help too. Over the last few years, I've seen requests pop up from animal rescues for various items, including little bird nests for orphaned baby ... Read More about Knit & Crochet For Rescued Animals
Easy Knit & Crochet Summer Tops
There's snow outside right now here in my corner of Colorado, but it's time to start making our summer tops if we want to wear them on vacation, right? Knitting and crochet is often thought of as a "winter sport" (lol), but I can't think of a better way to sit poolside than with my yarn in hand. In my mind, a good knit or crocheted summer top consists of a lighter weight yarn (worsted or lighter), a short sleeve or tank style. It's a great time of year for lace, boho vibes, and cropped ... Read More about Easy Knit & Crochet Summer Tops
Equinox Striped Blanket Pattern
Today's free pattern is for a simple, modern blanket made with a basic but beautiful stitch! The stripes fade together for a soothing look, and you can use any colors that you like. It uses half double crochet stitches which are worked in the spaces rather than the stitches, and this gives the fabric a unique appeal. (I used this stitch in the pattern from my Vail Topper as well!) See the free pattern below, or you can grab the ad-free, printable from my Etsy Shop HERE (Members grab your ... Read More about Equinox Striped Blanket Pattern
Cosmos Textured Knit Wrap
Today's free knitting pattern is for a beautiful, oversized, airy wrap that is easy yet stunning. It features a variety of stitches to take you on a journey through textures as you knit! If you're looking for a relaxing shawl, with just enough variety to hold your interest, this could be for you. The size is also completely customizable. Read on! See the free pattern below, or you may purchase the ad-free, printable pattern from Etsy HERE or the kit from Lion Brand Yarn HERE. Last ... Read More about Cosmos Textured Knit Wrap
