Donna M. Rutledge

Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads

Crochet: Boot Cuffs / Toppers
This pattern can be made in just about any size…take your measurement first and follow the directions using that specific measurement. Easily adjusted and who doesn’t love a garment you can wear two different ways?
Crochet: Cowl
I needed a fun beginner project to teach a crochet class. Something that would be more fun than a washcloth, but look more complicated than the standard dc scarf without it being too difficult. I included LOTS of photos for this project so that the students could go home and continue working on the repetitive stitches and possibly finish the ga...
Crochet: Cowl
You will need a slim toggle button for this pattern.
Crochet: Fingerless Gloves
Ulari means “Beautiful thing” in Igbo.
Crochet: Cowl
THIS PATTERN COMES WITH THE FINGERLESS GLOVES PATTERN AS WELL.
Crochet: Shrug / Bolero
Who doesn’t love a multi-functional garment? The Kaima Convertible Shrug can be worn many different ways. Give your friends and family one more reason to brag on your crochet skills! This works best in a light worsted, sport weight or even fingering weight yarn. Gauge is not crucial for this pattern.
Crochet: Cowl
THIS PATTERN COMES WITH THE MATCHING HAT PATTERN & PHOTOS!
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
THIS PATTERN ALSO COMES WITH THE MATCHING NECKWARMER PATTERN & PHOTOS!
Crochet: Cardigan
Emume (ee-moo-may) means “Celebration” or “festivity” in Igbo.
Crochet: Shrug / Bolero
You are going to LOVE this shrug when you’re done! Inspired by a similar knit design that I saw. Easy enough for a beginner, especially since there are lots of pictures to help along the way. Plus, I’m always just an email away!
Crochet: Beret, Tam, Cowl
Email or send me a message with any questions!
Crochet: Purse / Handbag
This pattern comes with helpful diagrams!
Crochet: Beret, Tam
Easy classic beret styled slouchy hat. Works up in a few short hours and has instructions on how to make this hat for children and larger “slouchier” sizes.
Crochet: Scarf
Amarachi is Igbo for “God’s grace”.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Love the idea of a garment that’s multipurpose. Wear this as a hat with or without a cuff, or wear it as a cowl. Its so snuggly and warm. Depending on where you put your drawstring, you can have a sack like closure or more smooth. This is a fun crochet project that can be completed in a few hours. What a great unisex gift idea too!
Crochet: Beanie, Toque
Crochet: Tote
Just love this bag. Inspired by a Kooba designer bag, had to try my hand at a crochet version. This one is nice and big, it uses 2 skeins of the Fisherman’s wool and one skein of trim color wool of your choice. You won’t be disappointed with your finished project!