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Have you ever looked at a pair of flip flops and seen potential for something more? Today, I am thrilled to introduce the Walk The Line Chukka Boots—a design that bridges the gap between comfortable loungewear and refined street style.
If you have been hesitant to try crocheting footwear because you are worried about durability or the “homemade” look, this pattern is designed specifically for you.
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I am so thrilled to finally share a project that has become a constant presence in my own crafting life: the Mesa Ribbed Basket Bag. This design perfectly blends beautiful texture with incredible function, making it the ideal bag for markets, yarn hauls, or everyday errands.
I have been using both for project bags, but my daughters keep eyeing them for other purposes of their own hobbies and storage needs.
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I am so excited to talk about the latest addition to my beginner crochet pattern series: the Simple Steps Fingerless Mitts!
If you’ve successfully completed the Simple Steps Scarf and the Simple Steps Ear Warmer Headband, then congratulations—you are absolutely ready for this next challenge! This glove pattern is the perfect bridge project to move you from working in straight lines to confidently creating something with more construction details.
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Recently I shared my Simple Steps Scarf pattern, which is a straightforward, repetitive design that’s ideal for building your skills while creating something you’ll actually want to wear. Perfect for a first crochet project.
To continue learning, I have made this Crochet Simple Steps Ear Warmer Headband. By using the stitches learned in the Simple Steps Scarf, this pattern builds off of it and adds one seamed end to create a headband to go with the scarf.
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If you’ve been wanting to learn crochet but aren’t sure where to start, I’ve designed the Simple Steps Crochet Scarf with you in mind. This pattern uses only basic crochet stitches in a straightforward, repetitive design that’s ideal for building your skills while creating something you’ll actually want to wear.
As someone who has taught several beginners over the years, I’ve found that starting with a simple scarf project gives you plenty of practice time with fundamental techniques without the pressure of shaping or complex stitch patterns. You can focus on developing consistent tension and getting comfortable with your hook.
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I have seen Lion Brand Coboo yarn at stores for a while, but never had a project in mind for what to make with it. With summer approaching it finally dawned on me to use it for a summer top. As a crocheter and knitter, I have plenty of sweaters and cardigans that I have made. However when it comes to the warmer months my wardrobe has way fewer hand made items.
While last year I did make my Crochet Bucket Hat and have been making a couple knit tops over the years, crochet was very much lacking in my options. I decided to make a crochet summer top, and Coboo was the perfect summer fiber blend to try.
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Several years ago I made the Estrela Lace Shawl for my sister’s wedding. It is a machine knit, lacy shawl that was perfect for her to wear over her wedding dress. Over the years I have been wanting a shawl for myself.
We are outdoors quite a bit in the summer, and like to be out by the water. Here in Michigan there are plenty of warm days, but cooler nights. I wanted something that I could easily layer, be multipurpose, and still feel like summer.
I came across this staggered shell pattern and fell in love. With the edging motif to give even more details, I believe it is perfect for out by the beach or over jeans with a tank top for a casual night out.
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If you have read about my Fireside Cardigan crochet pattern you know how much I have loved wearing it. I also have enjoyed working with the Lion Brand Heartland yarn on it and on the Fireside Infinity Scarf. So, of course, the next logical step for me would be to make a sweater out of the same yarn and herringbone stitch.
Another aspect of the Lion Brand Heartland yarn (and no, I am not sponsored by them) that I like is the wide color selection. Seriously, if all yarn lines would have this many options it would be the crafter’s dream. There are so many colors, and even several shades of them. Looking for something different than what I used on the cardigan and scarf was quite difficult because there were just too many I was wanting!
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