Maria Bruni

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Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The Queen of Hearts Beanie is exquisitely textured by using the Mosaic method with rows of overlapping Front Post Double Crochet stitches creating raised ridges. Every row is a color change creating hearts shapes all around the beanie. The Front Post Double Crochet stitches create a very cushiony, dense, and plush fabric, while still maintainin...
Crochet: Cowl
Pearls of the Sea Cowl is exquisitely textured by using 2 Puff Stitches together creating rows of pearl like fabric which is very plush and cushy. The closing stitches with the Puff stitch makes this fabric very lacey looking while still having texture. With comprehensive instructions, this cowl is easy and fun to make.
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Pearls of the Sea Fingerless gloves are exquisitely textured by using 2 Puff Stitches together creating rows of pearl like fabric which is very plush and cushy. The skipped stitches make this fabric very lacey looking. With comprehensive instructions, these gloves are easy and fun to make.
Crochet: Headband
Pearls of the Sea Headband is exquisitely textured by using 2 Puff Stitches together creating rows of pearl like fabric which is very plush and cushy. The closing stitches with the Puff stitches make this fabric look very lacey while still having texture. With comprehensive instructions, this headband is easy and fun to make.
Crochet: Scarf
Pearls of the Sea Scarf is exquisitely textured by using 2 Puff Stitches together creating rows of pearl like fabric which is very plush and cushy. The closing stitches with the Puff stitch makes this fabric very lacey looking while still having texture. With comprehensive instructions, this scarf is easy and fun to make.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
These Christmas ornaments are exquisitely textured by using Puff Stitches creating rows of Pearls combined with decorative centers. These ornaments are very quick, fun, and easy to crochet. With very comprehensive details, this pattern is super easy to follow.
Crochet: Coaster
Pearls of Christmas Coasters are exquisitely textured by using Puff stitches creating rows of Pearls forming a snowflake. These coasters are very quick, fun, and easy to crochet. With very comprehensive details, this pattern is super easy to follow.
Crochet: Cowl
The Florentine Cowl is heavily textured by using front post treble crochet stitches combined with crossed cable stitches creating a very rich and plush texture. The yarn used is Loops & Threads, Impeccable, color - Putty.
Crochet: Headband
The Florentine Headband is heavily textured by using front post treble crochet stitches combined with crossed cable stitches creating a very rich and plush texture. The yarn used is Loops & Threads, Impeccable, color - Putty.
Crochet: Pillow / Cushion
The Florentine Pillow cover is exquisitely textured by using Front Post Treble Crochet stitches combined with Cable stitches creating a very rich texture. In keeping with the repeat row count and stitches, this pillow cover can be made to any desired size. The yarn used is Herrschners #5 Bulky Plush in white.
Crochet: Cozy - Other
The Chardonnay Wine Bottle Cozy is exquisitely textured by using increased and decreased Single Crochet stitches creating a diagonal flat fabric. When joined it creates a swirled candy cane effect. The height can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the stitch count. The yarn can be any #4 worsted weight or mercerized cotton.
Crochet: Christmas Stocking
A Christmas décor that enhances your fireplace for the Christmas Season. The Stocking of Father Christmas is exquisitely textured by using crossed Treble crochet stitches, and with Front Post Treble crochet creating a very textured fabric.
Crochet: Decorative - Other
Peter’s Pumpkin pattern is exquisitely textured by using Half Double Crochet Back Loop Only stitches creating pumpkin ridges on each row. For the body of the pumpkin, the yarn used was Bernat Softee Chunky which has lots of stretch for stuffing. The stem, corkscrews and blossom end are crocheted with Craftsmart yarn.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The Florentine Beanie is exquisitely textured by using Front Post Treble Crochet stitches combined with Cable stitches creating a very rich texture. This texture has lots of stretch and looks lacey when worn. The Florentine Beanie can be made to any size starting from Newborn to Adult. The 6 different sizes given in this easy to follow pattern,...
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
The Florentine Fingerless Gloves are exquisitely textured by using Front Post Treble Crochet stitches combined with Cable stitches creating a very rich texture. This texture has lots of stretch and looks very lacey when worn. This easy to follow pattern makes up very quickly in one evening.
Crochet: Doll
Nonni the Gnome is created by using all Single Crochet stitches. The body, arms, nose, and hat are worked in continuous rounds. The wavy beard is created by using a super bulky #6 – 3 ply yarn, unraveled. This Gnome stands at 15” tall, making it an adorable center piece for any Holiday event.
Crochet: Scarf
Dundarave Scarf is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches creating large joining waves with diamond centers. In keeping with the repeat row count, this scarf can be made to any desired length. The width can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the stitch count. The yarn used is soft to the touch and is easy care.
Crochet: Scarf
La Bella Vita Scarf is exquisitely textured on both ends of the scarf by using front post double Crochet stitches creating a raised decorative design. This scarf can be made to any desired length. The width can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the stitch count. The yarn used is 100% Pima cotton made by Cascade Yarns.
Crochet: Scarf
La Marsica Scarf is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet Front Post stitches creating a raised and almost 3-dimensional damask effect of the fabric. In keeping with the repeat row count, this scarf can be made to any desired length. The width can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the multiple stitch count. The yarn used is soft to...
Crochet: Earwarmers
Oleander Ear Warmer Headband is exquisitely textured by using a Modified Half Double Crochet stitches worked under 3 loops to create an overlapped stitch. This technique produces a very cushiony and plush-like fabric and amazing texture.
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Oleander - fingerless gloves are exquisitely textured by using a Modified Half Double Crochet stitches worked under 3 loops to create an overlapped stitch. This technique produces a very cushiony and plush-like fabric and amazing texture. These gloves work up quickly and are easy and fun to make.
Crochet: Scarf
The Ophelia Scarf is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches creating large joining waves. In keeping with the repeat row count, this scarf can be made to any desired length. The width can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the stitch count. The yarn used is soft to the touch and is easy care.
Crochet: Earwarmers
The Big Twist Ear Warmer Headband is exquisitely textured by using Half Double Crochet and the Modified Half Double Crochet stitches creating twisted strips. This Ear Warmer Headband has an incredible fit, so snuggly and warm. Still allowing you to wear your messy bun!
Crochet: Scarf, Shawl / Wrap
Mystic Rivers Shawl-Scarf is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches creating joining waves. The Shawl – Scarf width, with the length makes it suitable to wear as a shawl or a scarf. The Lattice Knot fringe brings this Shawl-scarf to the next level of elegance and style.
Crochet: Table Runner
Dundarave Table Runner is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches creating large joining waves with diamond centers. In keeping with the repeat row count, this table runner can be made to any desired length. The width can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the multiple count.
Crochet: Scarf
The Paragon Shawl Scarf is exquisitely textured by using and offsetting Double Crochet Stitches which creates diamond shapes clustered together. This shawl Scarf has the width and the length making it suitable to wear as a shawl or a scarf. The yarn used is soft to the touch and is easy care.
Crochet: Table Runner
The Paragon Table / Cabinet Runner is exquisitely textured by using and offsetting Double Crochet Stitches which creates diamond shapes clustered together. Using a smaller hook and 100% Mercerized Cotton produces a stiffer fabric suitable for this table / cabinet runner, yet soft to the touch and for easy care.
Crochet: Placemat
The Starburst Placemats are exquisitely textured by using and aligning the Star Stitches in rows, combined with Half Double Crochet back loop only to create a full Star Stitch. The smaller hook and 100% Mercerized Cotton produce a stiffer fabric suitable for the placemat, yet soft to the touch and easy care.
Crochet: Table Runner
The Diamante Table Runner is exquisitely textured by using and offsetting Double Crochet Stitches which creates crossed diamonds. Using a smaller hook and 100% Mercerized Cotton produces a stiffer fabric suitable for this table runner, yet soft to the touch and for easy care.
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Magnolias in the Mist - fingerless gloves are exquisitely textured by using Half Treble Crochet stitches worked FLO to form crossed cables, worked over SC BLO. Suitable for any female adult and teens.
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Dahlias are Forever - fingerless gloves are exquisitely textured by using Half Treble Crochet stitches worked FLO to form crossed cables, over SC BLO. Beautifully finished off with a Modified HDC.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Wrap yourself in this beautifully textured, warm, and cozy pocket shawl. The Modified Puff Stitch used on this shawl is a fun stitch that creates a very thick and squishy fabric. The stitch is a flat Puff on the wrong side of the fabric, and a protruding Puff on the right side. It has an elegant appearance, and the border is crocheted with the ...
Crochet: Cowl
Angel Feathers Cowl – Wrap yourself in this beautifully textured, warm, and cozy Cowl. The Feather Stitch used on this Cowl is a fun stitch that creates a very thick and squishy fabric. The stitch is reversible, meaning that it has the same stitch on both sides. It has an elegant appearance and is delicately finished with a double “V” row edge....
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Angel Feathers Beanie – Keep yourself warm in this beautifully textured, and cozy beanie. The Feather Stitch used on this beanie is a fun stitch that creates a very thick and squishy fabric. The stitch is reversible, meaning that it has the same stitch on both sides. It has an elegant appearance and is delicately finished with a faux fur pompom...
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
That’s Amore - fingerless gloves are exquisitely textured by using Half Treble Crochet stitches worked FLO to form a Heart, over SC BLO. Suitable for any female adult and teens.
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Angel Feathers Fingerless Gloves – Keep yourself warm in these beautifully textured, and cozy gloves. The Feather Stitch used on these gloves is a fun stitch that creates a very thick and squishy fabric. The stitch is reversible, meaning that it has the same stitch on both sides. It has an elegant appearance and is delicately finished with a cl...
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Lady Camillia - fingerless gloves are exquisitely textured by using Half Double Crochet stitches worked FLO to form diagonal rows over SC BLO. Beautifully finished off with a Modified HDC stitch. Suitable for any female adult and teens.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The Twist & Shout Beanie – Keep yourself warm in this beautifully textured, and cozy beanie. It is textured by using Extended Half Double Crochet on angled rows, which gives the twisted effect. It has an elegant appearance and is delicately finished with a faux fur pompom. It can be customized to fit your style and in size.
Crochet: Cowl
The Crystal Waves Cowl is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches worked chevron style. The cowl is edged on both top and bottom by using the Double “V” stitch. The sizing of this cowl can easily be altered and is suitable for any female adult and teens.
Crochet: Headband
Birds of a Feather Headband – Keep yourself warm in this beautifully textured, and cozy Headband. The Feather Stitch used on this Headband is a fun stitch that creates a very thick and squishy fabric. The stitch is reversible, meaning that it has the same stitch on both sides. It has an elegant appearance and is delicately finished with a doubl...
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The Milano Beanie – Keep yourself warm in this beautifully textured, and cozy beanie. It is textured by using Half Treble Crochets worked crisscrossed over Single Crochets. It has an elegant appearance and is delicately finished with a faux fur pompom. It can be customized to fit your style and in size.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The HoHoHo Child Santa Hat is a fun hat to wear during the Holiday Season. This hat has two different textures. It features a thick, folded/double brim and a super fluffy pompom. Starting from the top of the brim and then working in the round to the point of the hat. The sizing of this Santa Hat is suitable for any child between the ages of 4 t...
Crochet: Containers
The Diamante Water Bottle Pouch is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only, crocheted to form diamonds.
Crochet: Containers
The Solara Water Bottle Pouch is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only, crocheted to form zig zags designs running up the pouch.
Crochet: Containers
The Aquarius Water Bottle Pouch is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only, crocheted to form water waves.
Crochet: Containers
The Milano Water Bottle Pouch is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only, crocheted to form crossed stitches.
Crochet: Containers
The Gemini Water Bottle Pouch is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only, crocheted on a repeated angles.
Crochet: Scarf
The Butterfly Kisses Scarf is exquisitely textured by using alternating crossed Double Crochet stitches. The scarf is edged on both top and bottom by using slip stitch on one side and SC slip stitch on the other. The sizing of this scarf can easily be altered and is suitable for any female adult and teens.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Rainbow Dreams Shawl Pocket – Wrap yourself in this beautifully textured, warm, and cozy shawl pocket. The Shawl has a lacey and elegant appearance and is delicately finished with a stunning scalloped edge. It can be customized to fit your favorite style in length and width.
Crochet: Cup / Mug
Ti Amo Cup Cozy (translation: I love you Cup Cozy) is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crocet back loop only crocheted to form heart shapes. This cup cozy is crocheted in the round and is seamless. The Half Treble Crochet front loop is a surface crochet, so your sititches are raised. This pattern works up very...
Crochet: Cup / Mug
The Cleo Cup Cozy is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only, crocheted on rows that are crisscrossed. This cup cozy is crocheted in the round and is seamless. The Half Treble Crochet front loop only is a surface crochet, so your stitches are raised. This pattern works up very quick and is easy...
Crochet: Cup / Mug
The Venus Cup Cozy is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only crocheted to form connected diamond shapes. This cup cozy is crocheted in the round and is seamless. The Halft Treble Crochet front loop only is a surface crochet, so your stitches are raised. This pattern works up very quick and it ...
Crochet: Cup / Mug
The Lavazza Cup Cozy is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only crocheted on a repeated angle. This cup cozy is crocheted in the round and is seamless. The Half Treble Crochet front loop only is a surface crochet, so your sititches are raised. This works up very quick and it is easy and fun to ...
Crochet: Cup / Mug
The Aqua Cup Cozy is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only crocheted to form waves of the ocean. This cup cozy is crocheted in the round and is seamless. The Half Treble Crochet front loop only is a surface crochet, so yoursititches are raised. This pattern works up very qucik and is is easy ...
Crochet: Cup / Mug
The Sunrise Cup Cozy is beautifully textured with using the Half Treble Crochet over Single Crochet back loop only, crocheted to form connected diamond shapes. This cup cozy is crocheted in the round and is seamless. The Half Treble Crochet front loop only, is a surface crochet, so your sititches are raised. This works up very quick and it is e...
Crochet: Cowl
The Butterfly Kisses Cowl is exquisitely textured by using alternating crossed Double Crochet stitches. The cowl is edged on both top and bottom by using HDC back loop only. The sizing of this cowl can easily be altered and is suitable for any female adult and teens.
Crochet: Headband
The Butterfly Kisses Headband is exquisitely textured by using alternating crossed Double Crochet stitches. The headband is edged on both top and bottom by using HDC back loop only. The sizing of this headband can easily be altered and is suitable for any female adult and teens.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Ocean Waves Shawl Pocket – Wrap yourself in this beautifully textured, warm, and cozy shawl pocket. The addition of the chain spaces and working over chain spaces creates soft rolling waves. Working in the back loop only, gives the fabric beautiful texture of ridges. The subtle chevron stitch used in this shawl creates a delicate, lacey, and el...
Crochet: Pillow / Cushion
The Milano Pillow Cover is beautifully textured using the Half Treble Crochet front loop, crisscrossed over Single Crochet in the back loop. This cover is crocheted in joined rounds and is seamless on the sides. The back of the pillow has an envelope style back flap, held down with a decorative button of your choice, for easy insertion of a pil...
Crochet: Headband
The Band of Hope Headband is #14 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Half Treble Crochet and Front Post Double crochet stitches to create the crossed pink ribbon representing support for those afflicted with Breast Cancer. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet ch...
Crochet: Headband
A Walk through Florence Headband is #15 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using 2 rows of Half Treble Crochet and Double Crochet stitches worked in a wavy and spiky motion giving the illusion of twisted rows alternating. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
Cinque Terre Headband is #16 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches worked to create diamond shapes connected with using rows of Half Treble Crochet stitches. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
Piazza San Marco Headband is #17 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Half Treble Crochet and intermittent Double Crochet stitches worked in a filled zig zag style. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Containers
The Gemini Basket is number 3 from The Dancing Yarn Basket Collection. This basket is highly textured by using the Half Treble Crochet, stitched closely together in a straight angular line all around. This basket can be made to any size by decreasing or increasing rounds. Depending on experience, this project can be completed within 1 day. This...
Crochet: Containers
The Aquarius Basket is number 2 from The Dancing Yarn Basket Collection. This basket is highly textured by using the Half Treble Crochet stitches worked on an angle with a curvature on top and bottom to resemble waves on the ocean. This basket can be made to any size by decreasing or increasing the rounds of the base. This pattern is worked in ...
Crochet: Containers
The Cleopatra Basket is number 1 in The Dancing Yarn Basket Collection. This basket is highly textured by using 2 rows of Half Treble Crochet, stitched closely together in a straight angular line all around to form peaks and valleys alternating. This basket can be made to any size by decreasing or increasing rounds. This project can be complete...
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The Butterfly Kisses Beanie is exquisitely textured by using Crossed Double Crochet stitches, alternating, and stacked creating fancy ridges on the crown of this beanie. This beanie can easily be resized by removing or adding stitches and rows.
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
The Butterfly Kisses Fingerless gloves are exquisitely textured by using crossed Double Crochet stitches, alternating, and stacked creating fancy rows of ridges. These gloves can easily be resized by removing or adding stitches and rows.
Crochet: Headband
The Colosseum of Rome Headband is #13 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using 2 rows of Half Treble Crochet stitches worked in a wavy motion giving the illusion of twisted rows alternating. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Pebbles in the Stream Beanie is exquisitely textured by using Puff stitches combined with Front Post Double Crochet creating ribbing aligned with Puffs. This beanie can be made longer by increasing the number rows at the bottom. With the photo tutorial and detailed instructions this beanie can be crocheted in an evening. The pompom is optional ...
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
The Garden Path Fingerless gloves are exquisitely textured by using Slip Stitches worked through both loops of the previous Stitch and then working Back Loop going in the opposite direction. This method creates a fabric with rows of a raised chain texture. The band and embellishment do add a sense of elegant style but are optional.
Crochet: Headband
For the Love of Espresso Headband is #12 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches to form rows of hearts all around the headband. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
The Amalfi Waves Headband is #11 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Half Treble Crochet stitches worked on an angle with a curvature on top and bottom to resemble waves on the Amalfi coast line. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
The Italian Alps Headband is #10 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using 2 Double Crochet stitches staggered on angles, to resemble the Alps Mountain range. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
An Italian Affair Headband is #9 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Treble Crochet stitches off set from each other creating the appearance of raised crossed stitches. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
Vineyards of La Marsica Headband is #8 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches in small diamond shape designs clustered together. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
Under the Tuscan Sun Headband is #7 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches in attached diamond design. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
The Way to Rome Headband is #6 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches staggered so that they are angled forming a V design. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
The Gondolas of Venice Headband is #5 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet stitches staggered so that they are angled. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
An Italian Dream is number #4 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is richly textured with Treble Crochet crocheted in a “V”, stacked. The stacking of this stitch produces a very dense, and cushiony fabric. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
The Spanish Steps Headband is #3 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Double Crochet Front Loops Only in rows of 5, intermittent, creating a weaved appearance. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
A Sicilian Olive Garden Headband is #2 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Clusters and Double Crochet stitches creating diamond shapes with clusters in the center. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Headband
An Italian Wedding Headband is #1 out of 17 headbands from The Dancing Yarn Collection. This headband is exquisitely textured by using Clusters and Double Crochet stitches creating zig zags with bobbles. This headband starts with the Foundation Single Crochet chain.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Pearls of the Sea Beanie is exquisitely textured by using 2 Puff Stitches together creating rows of pearl like fabric which is very plush and cushy. The closing stitches with the Puff stitch makes this fabric very lacey looking while still having texture. This pattern includes 2 versions for the brim. With comprehensive instructions, this beani...
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
The HoHoHo Santa Hat is a fun hat to wear during the Holiday Season. This hat has two different textures. It features a thick, folded/double brim and a super fluffy pompom. Starting from the brim, this hat is worked in the round to the point of the hat. The sizing of this Santa Hat is suitable for any adult/teens. This cute and easy to follow c...
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Waves Fingerless Gloves are exquisitely textured by using Half Double Crochet and Single Crochet stitches in rows to create a fabric with a wave effect running up and down the hand. The cuff and hand portion are crocheted as one.