Crochet

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Easy Colorful Crochet Mandala

Easy Colorful Crochet Mandala The Easy Colorful Crochet Mandala is truly an easy pattern that works up quickly with its tall stitches and many chain spaces. This project is also great as a stash-buster since you don’t need much of each color! If you look carefully at the pattern of stitches, you’ll see that this project is very similar to the Easy Shimmer Mandala (a FREE pattern that you can find here on this blog). But this easy crochet mandala[Read more]

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Celtic Afghan Square

Celtic Afghan Square The Celtic Afghan Square is Block 10  in the 2025 Moogly CAL! Thank you Tamara Kelly of the mooglyblog.com for the invitation to participate again this year! The Celtic Afghan Square is made with basic crochet stitches and Red Heart Super Saver Yarn. I decided to try something new this year and have the center of the square be on the diagonal. I LOVE how it looks and am pleased to say that it is easy to turn the diamond shape[Read more]

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Celtic Knot Crochet Bag

Celtic Knot Crochet Bag The Celtic Knot Crochet Bag is a fun and unique project that uses basic crochet stitches and cotton yarn. Crochet bags made out of motifs are very popular right now and I thought it would be fun to use this construction that features a square Celtic Knot motif front and center. And since we have about one month until St. Patrick’s Day, I thought everyone would like having this project as a Crochet-a-long (CAL). Each week[Read more]

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Crochet Heart Earrings

Crochet Heart Earrings The Crochet Heart Earrings are quick and easy to make. They use a very small amount of Size 10 cotton crochet thread and optional jewelry charms. There are many ways to crochet a heart and this project has you making just 2 rows with tall stitches! I was able to crochet each of these hearts in less than 5 minutes! Plus, they are very lightweight which makes for the perfect earring design. 🙂 You can decide to[Read more]

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Textured Crochet Dishcloth

Textured Crochet Dishcloth The Textured Crochet Dishcloth is easy to make and results in a double-thickness so you can really scrub those dishes well! This dishcloth is simple to crochet because it uses just one stitch and a simple variation of it. You’ll want to make this with cotton yarn so it washes well and is gentle on your pots, pans and dishes. (This post includes affiliate links. To read our full disclosure policy, click here) A Double-Thickness Makes for[Read more]

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Crochet Candy Ornament

Crochet Candy Ornament The Crochet Candy Ornament is so cute! I was thinking about other decorations to make with my clear flat round ornament balls when my daughter said the round shape is just like M&M’s and I should turn them into these fun little guys you see here! I love M&M’s and love how these turned out. They use a very small amount of Size 3 (DK weight) cotton yarn so you could make one today with whatever is[Read more]

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Crochet Charm Ornament

Crochet Charm Ornament The Crochet Charm Ornament works up quickly and uses mostly basic stitches. I have enjoyed making ornaments with some clear flat round ornament balls that I found at my local craft store and on-line. This version is super fun because it is like a “blank canvas” for all sorts of variations that can be customized and personalized for anyone! (This post includes affiliate links. To read our full disclosure policy, click here) Making Your Ornament Unique with[Read more]

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Celtic Christmas Crochet Earrings

Celtic Christmas Crochet Earrings The Celtic Christmas Crochet Earrings are a fun and quick project that uses basic crochet stitches and a small amount of Size 10 cotton crochet thread. These earrings are modeled after my very popular Celtic Christmas Garland (that you can see here). Since everyone loves the elegant simplicity of the Celtic Christmas Tree, I thought it would be good to make a mini-version that can be worn as earrings or even a simple pendant necklace! Click[Read more]

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Celtic Triquetra Crochet Snowflake

Celtic Triquetra Crochet Snowflake The Celtic Triquetra Crochet Snowflake is an intricate and eye-catching ornament that is surprisingly simple to make. This project uses only basic crochet stitches and a small amount of Size 10 cotton crochet thread. For the past several years I have created a new Celtic Knot snowflake at Christmastime and I am carrying on the “tradition” this year with this new snowflake design! Here is a list of the other Celtic Knot Snowflake patterns: Celtic Flower[Read more]

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Christmas Crochet Cookie

Christmas Crochet Cookie Christmas Crochet Cookie This Christmas Crochet Cookie is easy to make and almost looks good enough to eat! 🙂 This project uses a small amount of medium weight acrylic yarn and a few other craft supplies. I love to decorate cookies at Christmas time but sometimes find it sad that everything gets eaten and our beautiful creations disappear. With this pretty project you can have a Christmas cookie that lasts for years to come and makes a[Read more]

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Celtic Crochet Capelet

Celtic Crochet Capelet The Celtic Crochet Capelet is a stunning garment that features eye-catching Celtic Knot motifs and a beautiful lacy stitch pattern. I have been wanting to create something like this for a long time and I love how it turned out! All stitches used in this project are basic crochet stitches and the Celtic Knots are easy to weave. This pattern is now available in my Etsy shop as an instant download – click here to purchase! (This[Read more]

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Crochet Animal Ears

Crochet Animal Ears These Crochet Animal Ears work up fast and are fun to wear no matter how old you are! They are also very lightweight and use simple stitches. These crochet ears could be the perfect addition to this year’s trick or treat costume or a favorite accessory for imaginary play. I love how they fit a variety of sizes and always make the people around you smile! (This post includes affiliate links. To read our full disclosure policy,[Read more]

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Crochet Beaded Badge Necklace

Crochet Beaded Badge Necklace The crochet beaded badge necklace is a fun project that works up quickly. It is easy to make any color with a wide variety of beads. The crocheted length would work with different types of badge holders and can even be used with lanyards or as a regular necklace. (This post includes affiliate links. To read our full disclosure policy, click here) Badge Holders for Special Events I have been to many conferences and participated in[Read more]

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Celtic Pocket Bookmark

Celtic Pocket Bookmark The Celtic Pocket Bookmark is a unique project that uses simple crochet stitches and a small amount of Size 3 (or DK weight) cotton yarn. My Crochet Pocket Bookmark design (click here to see) has been so popular that I thought it would be fun to create a Celtic version. I love how this one turned out and I think you’ll love how easy and quick it is to make! This pattern is now available in my Etsy shop[Read more]

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Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival

Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival I just came back from the Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival!  I had a great time teaching several classes, shopping in the marketplace, watching a Fashion Show of beautiful knitted and crocheted garments and meeting new people from all over the country. Special Mother-Daughter Trip This trip was also a special mother-daughter trip in honor of my daughter graduating from college this past May.  We had a fun time together including an extra day to see some[Read more]

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Crochet Seatbelt Cover

Crochet Seatbelt Cover The Celtic Crochet Seatbelt Cover is a unique project that uses simple crochet stitches and a small amount of Size 3 (or DK weight) cotton yarn. This project is very similar to the Carol’s Celtic Vase, Bookmark and Lantern pattern that can be found here. While I was making the Celtic Knot for the vase, I realized that the long rectangular shape of this knot would work well for a seatbelt sleeve. I love how it turned[Read more]

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Celtic Crochet Vase

Celtic Crochet Vase The Celtic Crochet Vase is a very unique Celtic project that uses simple crochet stitches and a small amount of Size 3 cotton crochet thread. This crochet project is also an upcycle project because it uses a recycled glass bottle! I love how it turned out and I am excited to share it with you today. 🙂 This pattern is now available in my Etsy shop here – or you can click on any photo to purchase[Read more]

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Crochet Capiz Shell Decoration

Crochet Capiz Shell Decoration The Crochet Capiz Shell Decoration is easy to make and works up quickly. This project uses some interesting craft supplies to make a unique and beachy decoration you can give as a gift or hang in your home this summer! (This post includes affiliate links. To read our full disclosure policy, click here) Capiz Shells – perfect for summer projects! Capiz shells are taken from the “Windowpane Oyster” that are grown in Indonesia and the Philippines.[Read more]

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Micro Crochet Granny Square Necklace

Micro Crochet Granny Square Necklace This Micro Crochet Granny Square Necklace works up quickly and uses a small amount of thread. I love how it turned out! And, yes, I did say that this project uses a small amount of thread – that would be sewing thread – yikes! Sewing thread is very thin and does take some getting used to so this project is not for everyone. But if you are like me and have been working with cotton[Read more]

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Fall Crochet Pattern Round-Up

This post contains affiliate links – to read our full disclosure policy, click  here. Fall Crochet Pattern Round-Up This fall crochet pattern Round-Up was fun to put together. Fall is a great time to be inspired to make all kinds of beautiful projects! I love the colors and textures of fall and all of these projects show them off wonderfully. There are cute softie projects, snuggly blanket projects and cozy accessory projects. And did I mention that all of these patterns[Read more]