Chris Simon
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eBooks available as Ravelry Downloads
eBook :
6 patterns
Available in hard copy or PDF format.
eBook :
6 patterns
Available in hard copy or PDF format.
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Crochet: Tutorial
This is a tutorial on a method that I use to join afghan squares. In particular, this shows how I handle the corners between squares when joining using Priscilla Hewitt’s flat braid joining method. Lots of photos included.
Crochet: Afghan block
This is a fun square to make. The hearts are made first and then joined together. The joining is a little tricky the first time you make one, so grab a comfy chair in a quiet spot and give it a try!
Crochet: Afghan block
This pattern is fairly repetitive, making it an easy pattern for travel, waiting rooms, and so forth.
Crochet: Baby Blanket
Here’s a fun pattern for you. It’s a larger version of the Cable Hearts square, with lots more hearts - 3 dozen of them, in fact. Perfect for a baby afghan. If you’ve made the Cable Hearts square, this should be a breeze for you.
Crochet: Afghan block
What do you do when your scrap basket is out of control? Make yoyos! Each yoyo takes less than 10 feet of yarn, so even a very small scrap ball will make at least one.
Crochet: Throw
What do you do when your scrap basket is out of control? Make yoyos! Each yoyo takes less than 10 feet of yarn, so even a very small scrap ball will make at least one.
Crochet: Afghan block
This square exhibits multiple personalities! It looks great worked in a single color, or you can make it feature either a star or a flower depending on where you change colors. It’s called Birthday Flower simply because I designed it on my birthday.
Crochet: Afghan block
Named for Cygnus (the Swan), a northern hemisphere constellation, this is a fast and fun square to make.
Crochet: Afghan block
Named for Draco (the Dragon), a northern hemisphere constellation, this is a fast and fun square to make.
Crochet: Afghan block
Named for Pavo (the Peacock), a southern hemisphere constellation, this is a fast and fun square to make.
Crochet: Afghan block
Named for my maternal grandmother, who taught me to crochet. Thanks, Grandma!
