This e-book collection was created for national Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month in June, 2012. $1 from the sale of each e-book will be donated to animal welfare organizations. As of December 6, 2013, $121.57 has been donated to Bideawee and $243.94 has been donated to the Humane Society of New York.

This ebook is designed to help you learn to Tunisian crochet. It includes illustrations and photo tutorials to guide you through everything you need to get started, including the slip knot, foundation chain, Tunisian base row and return row, and several stitches (Tunisian simple stitch, knit stitch, purl stitch, moss stitch, basketweave stitch, and fan stitch). The ebook also includes other useful tips like Tunisian pattern reading abbreviations and appropriate hook sizes.

These three hexagons motifs are made using Inca Eco. These can be made into a set of exfoliating scrubbies for a baby shower or housewarming gift. Or, piece them together to create a textured, eco-friendly hexagon blanket.

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My grandmother used to have beautiful sunflowers in her small, backyard garden. Sunflowers always brighten my day - I hope this square does the same for you!

I was inspired to design this square by childhood memories from summers spent at my maternal grandmother’s house. Pink roses used to grow on the fence between her back yard and her neighbors’s yard. I think the roses actually belonged to the neighbors, but sharing didn’t seem to be a problem. This center of this square is a var...

I’m releasing a new pattern every week during (Inter)National Crochet Month, 2014. This is part of a series of blocks inspired by the Spring Garden theme of Crochetville’s NatCroMo Designer Blog Tour. The center of this square is inspired by the gerbera flower.

This square is reminiscent of the colorful hydrangea shrubs that flourished in my grandmother’s neighbor’s front yard when I was a child. The pattern combines bullions, post stitches, and crossed stitches to create texture.

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Several years ago, I went to a conference in Phoenix. I stepped out of the hotel just in time to see a beautiful sunset. That sunset was the inspiration for this scarf/cowl.

Underground Crafter’s 2014 Sampler MKAL is a great way to expand your skills or increase your stitch collection during the course of a year while working alongside other knitters and an experienced knitting teacher (and designer). If you can cast on, knit, purl, and bind off, this sampler MKAL is for you!

This rectangular stitch sampler is a twist on the traditional granny square pattern. It makes a great stroller or comfort blanket for a baby or small child.

This pattern was included in AllFreeCrochet’s list of 100 Favorites: the Most Popular Free Crochet Patterns of 2013!

Crocheting into the back loop of the half double crochet stitches in this cabled hat creates an interesting texture while also insulating the hat, making it perfect for a cold winter day.

After taking a wonderful Bruges lace class with master crocheter Tatyana Mirer, I was inspired to design my own Bruges lace project. Since Bruges crochet is an imitation of the classic Belgian lace, this pattern is my way of visiting the Kantcentrum, the lace center in Bruges.

The cables on this beanie pattern are reminiscent of a sandstorm, and when combined with the orange yarn, remind me of Frank Herbert’s Dune series.

These sunflower motifs can be easily combined into a belt that reminds you of summer year-round.

This sturdy, textured clutch is simple to crochet and makes an elegant accessory. Customize the look by using different sizes or shapes for the button.

This yarmulke pattern uses both Tunisian crochet and crochet stitches. The pinwheel section is made using Tunisian crochet, and the stripes are crocheted in the round with single crochet.

The U.K. version of this pattern for a blanket and pillow set was originally published in Inside Crochet with the name “Sunshine Blanket.” You can find a link to the original (UK version) pattern page here.

This rotund sheep is fun to play with and simple to make. The round shape and textured bottom allow it to “sit up” without legs. Optional instructions are included to transform the sheep into an ornament or hanging decoration.

This pattern was made as part of a collaboration with Galler Yarns.

This unisex scarf works up quickly using a super bulky yarn. With the thick yarn and textured stitches, it provides beautiful

This unisex scarf works up quickly using a super bulky yarn. With the thick yarn and textured stitches, it provides beautiful

This wide scarf uses a light weight yarn to combine a gentle drape with a textured surface.

This wide scarf has an openwork ripple but is still warm because it is long and wide enough for several wraps around. For a cozy look, try felting the scarf in the washing machine.

This breathable hat is perfect for a fall or spring day. The textured long double crochet stitch creates air holes to keep your head from overheating when the weather is still mild. This is also a great stash-buster project, using approximately 150 yards of Color A and approximately 40 yards of Color B.

This pattern for a blanket and pillow set was originally published in the August, 2011 issue of Inside Crochet with the name “Sunshine Blanket.”