This unique crochet heart, worked in striking black and white with a vivid red border, takes a little patience but is fun to make. Counting stitches is the key to success for this motif! The stitches are not difficult and, if you have some experience changing color, you should be able to complete this attractive heart in an evening. The example...

This colorful crochet heart works up quickly and is fun to make. It’s worked in simple single crochet, suitable for a beginner with some experience while the shaping and color changes should keep things interesting, even for an experienced crocheter. The motif requires very little yarn, so it’s a great stash buster. The example is made in 6 col...

This charming crochet heart works up quickly and is fun to make. Elegant but simple, the pattern features a small white flower nestled in a lacy red heart and framed by a delicate white border. The variety of stitches keeps things interesting, and you’ll enjoy seeing the heart take shape. The motif requires very little yarn, so it’s a great sta...

This vibrant, slouchy beret is the latest addition to my collection of hat crochet patterns. Beginning with a flower-like motif surrounded by a three tier brick-like design, the colorful pattern creates a beautiful, unique, wearable work of art that’s fun to make. It’s stretchy, so one size fits most women and teens. The example is made in four...

Heart of My Heart Placemat II for Brava is a 5 page PDF versatile crochet pattern featuring Brava Worsted Weight yarn in perfect Valentine’s Day shades of Red, Rouge, and White. The Heart motif is crocheted in the round beginning with a heart-in-heart bold Rouge center, surrounded by the deep Red outer heart, and trimmed in a graceful, ruffled,...

Heart of My Heart is a versatile crochet pattern in perfect Valentine’s Day shades of red, pink, and white. 7 page PDF. The Heart motif is crocheted in the round featuring a heart-in-heart rosy pink center surrounded by a deep red outer heart, and trimmed in a graceful, ruffled, white border. The finished Heart is sewn to the Background which i...

Just in time for Hanukkah, here is a smaller cousin to my large plush dreidel patterns. 8 page PDF. This fun size holiday plushie is crocheted in colorful worsted weight yarn, stuffed with fiber-fill, and measures about 8” tall (not including the handle which is about 1.5” tall), about 4.5” wide across each square, and about 19” around in diame...

Crochet wall art for Hanukkah! The pattern for this 3 dimensional work of art features a beautiful silver menorah with multi-color candles on an ivory and blue tablecloth against a creamy yellow wall. The menorah and candles are separately crocheted and sewn to the crocheted background. The finished work measures about 12” wide by 17” high. The...

Just in time for Hanukkah! A newly designed pattern to crochet a giant soft dreidel! I started out to create a smaller cousin to my Giant Plush Dreidel pattern, but I liked how the different stitch combinations looked and how nicely the colors were coming together, so I just kept going. The result is this new giant plushie Dreidel pattern that ...

Crochet a festive holiday pillow for Hanukkah! Worked in beautiful cream, blue and gold shades of soft Knit Picks Brava Worsted Weight yarn, this pillow is both functional and decorative and will complement any holiday décor. The variety of stitches and techniques makes this a fun and interesting crochet project. The pattern includes squares, w...

Crochet wall art! This 3 dimensional work of art features cheerful Red lily-like Flowers with Yellow centers and Green multi lobed Leaves, set in a two tone Cream and Beige Vase on a light Blue background “canvas” with a Dark Blue border “frame”. Each piece is separately crocheted and attached to the crocheted background. Crochet loops in the b...

Hanukkah Square in worsted weight yarn, in Ivory (30 yds), Blue (15 yds), and Yellow (3 yds)(approximate amounts). The photo example was worked in Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Cream, Celestial and Caution. The square with the tapestry crochet menorah motif is worked in rows and then finished with an edging worked in the round. Chart included. 3....

Crochet wall art! This 3 dimensional work of art features cheerful Red and Pink carnation like Flowers in a lovely delft inspired Blue and White Vase. Each piece is separately crocheted and attached to a large crocheted “canvas” bordered with a crocheted “frame”. The finished work measures about 16” wide by about 21.5” high. The pattern is fun ...

This cute Flower in a Pot crochet pattern is very versatile. Hang it on a wall, from a door or cabinet, decorate a table, or incorporate it as an applique on another project – perhaps on a quilt or pillow. The finished piece measures about 15” tall by about 6.5” across the widest point. The flower is about 6.25” diameter. The pattern is fun to ...

A 23 page instant download of instructions and photos to create this charming Scarecrow. He is fun to crochet and becomes a whimsical wall hanging. He could also be used as an applique on a quilt, or as a festive fall decoration. He’s crafted with worsted weight yarn in happy autumn colors and is a great accent for Halloween or Thanksgiving. Ma...

This festive Halloween wreath is crocheted in the round with separately crocheted Black Cat, Pumpkins, Ghost and Witch appliqués added. Not too spooky, this wreath is perfect in a child’s room, on a door, in your kitchen, or anywhere in your home. It’s fun to make and will perfectly compliment all your Halloween decor! Measures about 13” in dia...

This Red, White, and Blue striped wreath is worked in the round with added star appliqués. Festive and fun to make, you’ll find many opportunities to feature it in your holiday decor! It will perfectly compliment your summer holidays from Memorial Day in May through Flag Day (June 14) and the Fourth of July. Bring it out for an encore display i...

Over one foot tall, this crocheted Christmas Tree with colorful ornaments makes a festive trivet or hanging holiday decoration. It’s fun to make and works up pretty quickly so you can make one for yourself and several to give as gifts. About 12.5” tall by 13” across at the widest part.

Just in time for Hanukkah! Crochet a giant soft dreidel! Crocheted in colorful worsted weight yarn and stuffed with fiber-fill, this plush stuffed dreidel measures about 12” tall (not including the handle which is about 3” tall), 8” wide, and 28” in diameter (at fullest part). Measurements will vary with your gauge and stuffing. Blue, with Gold...

You’ll find many ways to use this fun trio of Rainbow crochet patterns. The three sizes are perfect for a variety of projects. Small: 4.75” x 3”; Medium: 10” x 5”;Large: 14.5” x 8.75”.

Adorable and fun to crochet! Instant download,13 page PDF crochet pattern with photos. Worked in worsted weight yarn in bright, colorful Rainbow shades of Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo and Violet and complimented with Violet flowers with White centers and Jade stems, a Yellow Sun, and a fluffy Sky Blue and White Cloud. Instructions a...

Friendly Dragon is fun to crochet and makes a cute decoration or applique. Instant download of a 17 page PDF with detailed instructions and photos. Worked in worsted weight yarn in shades of green, jade (it looks blue in the photos but it’s more of a blue-green color), gold and red with tiny amounts of white and black. Of course, you can create...

This adorable Baby Bear is fun to crochet and makes a charming wall hanging or applique. I used worsted weight yarn in a dusty medium purple with ecru contrast and blue and pink accents, but you can create Baby Bear in any colors you choose to match any décor or taste. The pattern includes instructions to make a wall hanging, or, skip the hangi...

Hanukkah crochet patterns are hard to find so, every year, I try to design a new pattern or two for the holiday. This year, I’m quite pleased with my new Large Hanukkah Menorah crochet pattern. It has an interesting stitch pattern and is fun to make and see it take shape. It’s perfect as a wall hanging or decoration, a placemat or a table decor...

This adorable kitty makes a charming wall hanging, applique or holiday decoration. It will work up quickly with very little yarn. Make one for yourself and several to give as gifts to the cat lovers in your life! The cat measures about 7.5” tall (not including the ears) and 6.25” across (not including the tail).

This adorable Halloween kitty makes a charming wall hanging, applique or holiday decoration. It will work up quickly with very little yarn. Make one for yourself and several to give as gifts to the cat lovers in your life. The cat measures about 7.5” tall (not including the ears) and 6.25” across (not including the tail).

These adorable kitties are fun to crochet and make a charming wall hanging or applique. They work up quickly with very little yarn so a few skeins will go a long way. Create them in any colors you choose to match any décor or taste. Make one for yourself and several as gifts for all the cat lovers in your life! Each measure about 7.5” tall (not...

I designed this crocheted rectangle to use as a motif in a larger Hanukkah themed project. I’ve not completed the larger design yet and, as I write this, tonight is the first night of Hanukkah, so it looks like my larger project will have to wait until next year. In the meantime, as a Hanukkah gift and for a limited time, I am posting the patte...

This adorable stuffed plushie was inspired by my Monster Friend plushie pattern and is a variation on the same theme. He’s about 15” tall not including his legs, hat or antennae, and a little over 11” across (about 22.5” measured around the middle) and makes a perfect toy or pillow. The pattern is fun and not too difficult to crochet. He makes ...

There’s nothing scary about this adorable stuffed Monster Friend! At about 13.5” tall and a little over 11” across (about 22.5” measured around the middle) it’s a perfect plushie, toy or pillow. There are also directions for a slightly smaller version that is about 10.5” tall. The pattern is fun and not too difficult to crochet. It makes a grea...

This crochet pattern includes instructions for small and mini gift bags in two size variations, several color schemes, and several different tie options. Each one works up quickly and is fun to make. The gift bags shown are done in Christmas Holiday colors but you can enjoy creating your own color scheme for any occasion, holiday, décor, or sea...

This crochet pattern for an attractive wine bottle gift bag provides instructions for two size variations, color patterns, and tie options. It works up quickly and is fun to make. The two gift bags shown are done in Christmas Holiday colors but you can enjoy creating your own color scheme for any occasion, holiday, décor, or season, as well as ...

This is a “slouchier” version of my Twilight Mandala Beret. I love to crochet mandalas and with that in mind, created and adapted a mandala to use for a beret pattern. A friend of mine told me she prefers her hats to be able to cover all of her hair. Hence, this “slouchy” version of my mandala beret. I love how it turned out in these great colo...

Everyone loves mandalas! Here is a crochet slouchy beanie pattern inspired by the mandala concept. The variety of stitches and color changes make it fun and interesting to work up this colorful slouchy beanie. You’ll want to make several of these cute beanies for yourself as well as for gifts for Christmas, Hanukah, Birthdays, and many other oc...

It’s really fun to work up this beanie in the tapestry style of crochet. Tapestry crochet is a method where, when working a pattern in two or more colors, the unused color is carried along behind and inside the stitch in the color being worked so there is no stranding behind the work.

I love to crochet mandalas and they have been a popular item for crochet enthusiasts for some time now. With that in mind, I thought it would be fun to create and adapt a mandala to use for a beret pattern. I love how it turned out in these deep, rich colors reminiscent of a sky at twilight, and I think you’ll really enjoy working the pattern f...

You’re going to love creating this beret in the tapestry style of crochet. Tapestry crochet is a method where, when working a pattern in two colors, the unused color is carried along behind and inside the stitch for the used color. The second color is attached the first time it is used and there is no stranding behind the work. The method creat...

This large basket is worked in the round in an interesting cluster stitch with added star appliqués. In Red, White and Blue, this basket will compliment all of your summer get-togethers from Memorial Day to Flag Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day and Patriots Day. Makes an interesting decorative plant basket – just add a nice plant for an instant f...

This star shaped basket is super fun to make. In Red, White and Blue, this basket will star at all of your summer holiday get-togethers from Memorial Day to Flag Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day and Patriots Day. Makes a great gift - make at least one for yourself and several for friends. This distinctive table décor is a great conversation piece...

You’ll find many reasons to make this versatile basket – it’s perfect for Easter, Mothers’ Day, Birthdays, Showers, and so many occasions. The striped motif offers endless possibilities for variation. Worked in deep pastels which were inspired by the beautiful blooms in my South Carolina backyard, it makes a pretty gift by itself or as part of ...

Super adorable and fun to make, this oval shaped Kitty Basket Crochet Pattern is worked in stunning pink, black and white – or choose your own colors! Makes a great gift, especially for the cat lover in your life, as well as children and teens. Make one for yourself and several for friends. Perfect for Mothers’ Day and Birthdays, maybe even a u...

This whimsical rainbow motif small basket is attractive and very simple to make. In a couple of hours or less, you can make a useful basket that measures about 5.5” in diameter across the bottom and about 1.75” high. Make some to give as gifts for Christmas, Hanukah, Birthdays, Easter, Purim, Mothers’ Day, Showers, and many other occasions.

Here is a petite basket with a flower motif that is attractive and fun to make. It measures about 6.5” in diameter across the bottom and about 2” high. Three color schemes are provided or have fun and create your own color palette. Match your home décor, or make a variety in fun colors to give as gifts for Christmas, Hanukah, Easter, Birthdays,...

Cute petite basket pattern themed for St. Patrick’s Day that is attractive and fun to make. In an evening, you can crochet a useful basket that measures about 5.75” in diameter across the bottom and about 2” high. Make one for yourself and several to give as gifts!

Worked in the round, this trio of coordinated heart shaped basket patterns in three sizes and red, pink and white color variations makes the perfect Valentine’s Day crochet project. Each basket is attractive alone but, with matching edging, the three baskets can be made as a coordinated set that nest perfectly inside each other. Make one or all...

This two color petite basket is attractive and very simple to make. In a couple of hours or less, you can make a useful basket that measures about 5.5” in diameter across the bottom and about 1.75” high. Have fun and create your own color palette for any occasion, holiday, décor, or season. Match your home décor, or make a variety in fun colors...

This colorful petite basket utilizes the tapestry method of crochet, sometimes called intarsia. When working a pattern in two (or more) colors, the unused color is carried until you need it again along inside the stitch for the used color so there is no stranding behind the work. This pattern builds on some of my previous tapestry designs to c...

Here’s a pattern for a cute and colorful Hanukkah Menorah to make as a magnet or appliqué. It’s fun to crochet and can be made in a night or two. It measures about 7.5” tall, including the flames, and about 6” across the top. You will want to make at least one for your own holiday décor and several to give as gifts.

This large Holiday Snowman pattern is very versatile. Hang him as a door or cabinet decoration or use him as a large table mat. However you choose to use him, he’s adorable! He’s about 14.5” tall by about 8” across his widest point. The pattern is fun to crochet. You will want to make at least one for your own holiday décor and several to give ...

Here’s a set of patterns in one 5 page PDF for two adorable Hanukkah magnets – a Dreidel and a Present - that can also be used to make appliqués. They’re fun and easy to crochet and work up pretty quickly. You will want to make at least one of each for your own holiday décor and several to give as gifts. By changing the color of the present, yo...

Hanukkah Placemat Crochet Pattern features decorative Menorah motif. Instant download of 8 page PDF with Graph. Works up a little over 12” square. Using an intarsia method, similar to tapestry crochet, you will create the Menorah design. The motif is first worked in rows and then finished with a border worked in rounds around the square motif. ...

Here’s a pattern for an adorable holiday snowman magnet that, with a little modification, can also be used to make a coaster. This is fun to crochet and works up pretty quickly. You will want to make at least one for your own holiday décor and several to give as gifts. You can personalize the scarf with school or team colors for the college stu...

Here are two adorable additions to crochet for your Thanksgiving table or kitchen, or to give as a hostess gift. They work up fairly quickly, are fun to make, and don’t need much yarn, so you’ll have plenty of time left before Thanksgiving to complete them both.

Just in time for Halloween! My pattern for my popular Black Cat Coasters. A 14 page download will walk you through all the steps to crochet this cute coaster. Fun to make! I think you will find many uses for this pattern this Halloween and for many Halloweens to come!

Set of 3 separate detailed instructions with photos for Spider and Web, Spider Coaster/Mug Rug and Large Scary Spider Coaster/Mug Rug/Trivet. Fun to make and suitable for beginners!

Here is a pattern for an eye-catching striped basket crocheted in bright and colorful shades of a chunky wool blend yarn, with crocheted flower appliqués (optional) and wood bead accents (optional). It’s a nice, roomy basket which is ideal for holding yarn skeins, fabric, or children’s toys, or it can be used it as a decorative cover for a plan...

Detailed instructions with photos, for fun to make, small, colorful mat/coaster/mug rug/trivet, using the tapestry method of crochet, sometimes called intarsia. Endless color fun! 33 page pdf.

I’m pleased with this smaller version of my Spiked Stitch Pattern Basket. Like the larger version, it utilizes stitch height instead of color blocks to create a color pattern. It’s a slightly different spike pattern than my larger basket but, as with the larger basket, the different heights of the Spike Stitches create both interesting design a...

I’m really happy with this three color basket. I wanted to use stitch height instead of color blocks to create a color pattern. The different heights of the Spike Stitches in this pattern create both interesting design and texture. The color of the spikes is carried up to the next rows, resulting in a wavy effect. A row of spike stitches around...

Here is an urn shaped basket (wider in the middle) inspired by rainbows and mandalas. I wanted to create a basket pattern that utilizes stitches of different heights, shapes and colors for pattern effect, much the way a mandala does, but in a three dimensional shape rather than a flat piece. What resulted was this petite basket whose unusual sh...

Here’s my pattern for a colorful, large, round basket with an interesting wavy stripes design. It works up fairly quickly, once you get the hang of the stitch pattern. The finished basket is accented with matching colorful crocheted circles and wood buttons. The circles are crocheted separately and sewn on after the basket is complete, so they ...

This pattern has detailed instructions and photos for making this colorful checkered striped basket. The checkered pattern utilizes the tapestry method of crochet, sometimes called intarsia. This color work method creates an almost reversible fabric and is perfect for a project, such as this basket, where the work will be able to be seen on bot...

This 13 page pattern has instructions and photos for making this colorful checkerboard basket using the tapestry method of crochet, sometimes called intarsia. This color work method creates an almost reversible fabric and is perfect for a project, such as this basket, where the work will be able to be seen on both sides.

The basket is made from inexpensive worsted weight acrylic craft yarn so that it will be stiff enough to stand up on its own. You can use other worsted weight yarn, such as a coarse wool, but soft yarns, such as merino wool, silk, cotton or blends would probably not be suitable if you want it to stand up like a basket.