Itchin' for some Stitchin'

Hello Reader, With Valentine’s Day coming up, it’s a great time for small, heart-themed crochet projects — especially ones that feel thoughtful without requiring a big time commitment. The Heart Beanie is a cozy Valentine-friendly wearable, and the printable PDF version is available in the shop if you prefer working from a clean, uninterrupted pattern Free Heart Beanie Pattern Here! You may also enjoy my Heart Appliqué pattern, a simple heart design that works well on hats, bags, garments, or...

Hello Reader, I wanted to pop into your inbox and share one of my favorite small makes — a simple crochet heart appliqué that’s perfect for quick projects and thoughtful details. You can find the full pattern free on the blog, with step-by-step instructions and photos to guide you along the way. Free Heart Appliqué Pattern Here! This little heart is lovely for: gift tags and cards bunting and garlands embellishing bags, hats, and keepsakes stash-busting with small yarn scraps If you prefer a...

Hello Reader, Fall is still here — and I owe you an apology. My family has been very ill over the past couple of months, and in the middle of everything, I completely forgot to send out the finished pumpkin pattern I promised you. I’m truly sorry for the delay, and I deeply appreciate your patience and understanding. I know we’re technically past pumpkin season… but it’s still autumn, right? And even if you’ve already moved on to winter makes, you can always bookmark this freebie for next...

Hello Reader, Fall is here — and so is a sweet new crochet pattern! The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and it’s the perfect time to add a little handmade charm to your projects. That’s why I’m excited to share my brand-new pattern — the Mini Acorn Appliqué! 🌰 This quick and beginner-friendly pattern is a fantastic stash buster and works up in just minutes. Add it to baby beanies, booties, blankets, or even fall décor like garlands and gift tags. It’s such an easy way to bring cozy,...

Hello Reader, You know, it's strange. I am not a frilly girl. I would mostly describe myself as a "plain Jane". I wear solid colors with almost no embellishments or patterns. No flowers, no lace, no bows, no ruffles, etc. And yet, one of my favorite things to crochet and adorn my crochet projects with is ruffles! How to Crochet Tutu-Style Ruffles I discovered what I like to call "tutu" style ruffles several years ago. You see, I may not consider myself a "girly girl", but my little Yorkie fur...

It seems like nearly yesterday that I began my journey into crochet design in earnest. It's hard to believe that it was actually about 2 - 3 years ago! I remember how it all happened. I had created a handful of patterns before. Coats for my dogs, a small little heart appliqué, a couple of baby patterns, etc. They were small things really. And then one day I simply decided, quite out of the blue, that I wanted a sweater. But not just any sweater. Not one I could buy at the store, but something...

Hello Reader, Like most crochet beginners, I first learned the single crochet and then the double crochet. As a self-taught crocheter trying to figure it all out on my own by consulting the great and all-knowing Google, I didn't even know there were more "basic" stitches out there for quite some time. My third stitch was actually a stitch pattern made entirely of the only two stitches I knew at the time. SEED STITCH It was the crochet seed stitch and I learned it from a group of ladies in an...

Hello Reader, Years ago I decided to dip my toes into crochet design. I never would have believed then that I could make a career out of it! The first thing ever "designed", not simply crocheted or created, but truly designed completely on my own without using another pattern as a base, was a dog sweater. A far cry from the designs I make today, and yet it remains one of my most popular patterns! People really do love their fur babies. I do too! 😃🐶❤️ QUICK & EASY SMALL DOG SWEATER I designed...

Hello Reader, When I first started teaching myself to crochet, I was completely lost. In fact, I actually tried to learn crochet nearly 15 years before I actually succeed! The first time I picked up a crochet hook, I was working from small pamphlet of crochet projects. It was a coaster pattern. Easy enough, right? I couldn't be more wrong! My coaster only got smaller and smaller with every round - EVERY. TIME. I. TRIED. Eventually, I threw the pattern book & hook in the attic. They have both...