Crochet flowers are an excellent project for beginners since they are quick, easy, and fun to make! They allow for many variations as flowers come in any size, shape, and…
Can I sell crochet items from someone else’s pattern?
As a general rule, it is legal to sell crochet items made from any designer’s pattern. Copyright law only applies to the distribution of the pattern itself, not to any…
Ultimate List of Free Chunky Blanket Yarn Amigurumi Patterns
If you’ve been wanting to make a chunky amigurumi out of blanket yarn recently, then this is the post for you! I’ve compiled all my favorite oversized amigurumi patterns (including…
My Honest Review of Bernat Blanket Yarn (is it worth it?)
Blanket yarn has been all the rage lately and this particular brand from Bernat has been really popular, especially for oversized amigurumi! I’ve used this yarn recently to design a…
The Real History of Crochet (an expert weighs in!)
Where did crochet originate from? Crochet originated as a modern art form in the mid 1820s, becoming most popular in England. Its direct precursor was “shepherd’s knitting,” practiced in Denmark….
How to Crochet the Puff Stitch (step-by-step photos!)
IT’S SO PUFFY!!!! Ready to learn about a simple, but fun stitch that literally adds dimension to your crochet work? Meet the Puff Stitch! About the Puff Stitch The Puff…
Easy Step-By-Step Guide to the Front Post Treble Crochet Stitch
After learning a handful of basic crochet stitches—like chains (ch), slip stitch (sl st), single crochet (sc), half-double crochet (hdc), and double crochet (dc)—treble crochet is a great stitch to…
9 Cutest Totoro Crochet Patterns (from Studio Ghibli!)
My Neighbor Totoro is one of my favorite movies, so I had to do a roundup post to share my love of Totoro and the other spirits. All patterns listed…
My Foolproof Guide to Crocheting Amigurumi for Beginners
Chances are if you’re anything like me, you’ve seen pictures of adorable crocheted animals or dolls floating around on the internet and thought, can I make that? The good news is,…
9 Fun Crochet Jellyfish Patterns!
Jellyfish make a wonderful crochet project. They are colourful, versatile and best of all- adorable! As well as practical, seen in Julie Tarsha’s rendition of a jellyfish as bath scrubbies…