https://youtu.be/6QTAPc3vkEg?si=gCBcCWqBoOjmHsyn I love the little twist this stitch makes! This yarn has beautiful, soft colors that gradually change, making it look striped. It’s a 2 row repeat, just sc and hdc slip stitch, explained in the pattern and on the video. I used Premier Puzzle bulky 5 weight yarn in the color Cat’s Cradle. I used… Continue reading Crochet Cat’s Cradle Blanket: Easy 2 Row Repeat (I made it for under $30!)
Category: Patterns
Beginner friendly crochet patterns
Christmas Tree Skirt
I tried several combinations of stitches and this is the easiest pattern I could come up with that still has texture and interest. I also wanted it to be circular, with no zig zags or ruffles. It’s very easy to follow and works up pretty quickly. You can add buttons to the edge if you… Continue reading Christmas Tree Skirt
Crochet Mini Bean Stitch Blanket
https://youtu.be/ULuawVxB1aI?si=Ejp40Z0EZrh7iKkm This blanket is crazy soft and has great texture thanks to the mini bean stitch. I chose this over the bean stitch because this yarn is nice and thick and it saves yarn! The mini bean stitch is a 1 row repeat pattern. It works up quickly and this yarn is a pleasure to work with. My… Continue reading Crochet Mini Bean Stitch Blanket
Crochet a Juniper Berry Blanket
Bernat Forever Fleece super bulky 6 weight yarn in the color Juniper + the even berry stitch = the chunky juniper berry blanket! As always, the Forever Fleece yarn is incredibly soft, like the inside of sweatshirt or a fleece blanket. Such a pretty, soft purple color makes this perfect for the berry stitch! Combining the berry… Continue reading Crochet a Juniper Berry Blanket
Crochet a(Mini)Basketweave Blanket
The stitch is mini, the blanket is large enough to cover a twin bed, use as a throw, or at the end of any size bed. If you want it to be wider, use one more color and add another 30 chains of that color at the beginning. The texture is thick and cushy without being… Continue reading Crochet a(Mini)Basketweave Blanket
Lightweight Crochet Cardigan
Alize Cotton/acrylic blend 4 weight yarn (or any 4 weight yarn, preferably a cotton blend.) Color: champagne 5mm hook Ch=chain Ch sp=chain space SC=single crochet HDC=half double crochet DC=double crochet Even in the warmer months, I like to wear something on my arms. This allows me to wear sleeveless tops while still covering my arms. The yarn… Continue reading Lightweight Crochet Cardigan
Crochet Simple Coffee and Cream Plush Jumbo Yarn Blanket, 1 Row Repeat
This blanket is incredibly easy to make and works up quickly. Due to the super soft, plush yarn, it’s a pleasure to make. Bernat Blanket Extra Jumbo 7 weight yarn Vintage White: 4 skeins Mushroom: 4 skeins 15mm hook Ch 73(or any even number plus 1 more chain at the end to make the blanket… Continue reading Crochet Simple Coffee and Cream Plush Jumbo Yarn Blanket, 1 Row Repeat
Crochet Leaf Green Heather Waffle Stitch Blanket
I love Bernat Forever Fleece in the super bulky 6 weight. When I saw this version in a 4 weight, I had to try it! Like the bulky version, this yarn is so incredibly soft! It’s like the inside of a soft fleece sweatshirt. So cozy and comfy. The yarn itself is so easy to work with since it’s… Continue reading Crochet Leaf Green Heather Waffle Stitch Blanket
Crochet a Chunky Millstone Blanket
I’m using my favorite yarn again because it’s sooo soft and easy to work with. I also love the color selection. Materials used: Bernat Forever Fleece Super bulky 6 weight yarn (or any super bulky yarn, but this is so soft!!) Color A: White Noise 4 skeins Color B: Cornflower 2 skeins Color C: Matcha 2 skeins Color… Continue reading Crochet a Chunky Millstone Blanket
How to Crochet this Easy Granny Square Pillow Cover
Using only 4 squares and chains, you can make this super cute and so easy pillow cover! Bernat Forever Fleece super bulky 6 weight yarn (Or any color combination in any yarn, just be aware that lighter weight yarn will take more rounds to make the squares the right size.) Color A: Chamomile: less than… Continue reading How to Crochet this Easy Granny Square Pillow Cover