Crocheting

You can turn a plain air freshener into a cute holiday decoration by slipping a crocheted Santa over the top of it. This Santa is made to fit over a 5-inch tall, cone-type air freshener. An...

Hobnail crochet creates a bobbled pattern in the yarn, mimicking the hobnail glass that was created by the Fenton Art Glass company in the 1930s. Using a combination of single crochet and triple...

Baby hats are a simple and quick crochet project. They make perfect gifts or items to sell. If you want to crochet a baby beanie that will keep little heads and ears warm, all you have to do is...

I saw a knitting pattern for something similar and thought I'd try my hand at crocheting one. You're toilet paper never has to be naked again! You will need to have basic knowlege and...

So I got one of those nifty metal Klean Kanteen, and decided to crochet an insulator for it. These metal bottles will burn your hands when filled with something hot, and freeze them when filled...

A crochet shawl is nice to have around your shoulders on cold winter nights. A shawl can also dress up an outfit for a special event and doesn't feel as heavy on your shoulders as a jacket. Shawls...

Handmade hats are fun because you can make them in any style to fit any wearer. A crocheted hat can become a ski cap, a sombrero, or even a chicken costume. Make a basic crochet beanie and add...

Crochet dishcloths are an easy project, just right for beginners. These towels are generally made with cotton yarn, which is perfect for the many washings received from kitchen use. If you have...

Baby booties are a quick and simple crochet gift that you can customize for any age, size or gender. Gather your supplies--yarn and a hook to match the weight, along with a yarn needle and...

A lariat is essentially a long accessory worn around the neck. You can double it up or wear it long and singular; wrap it around or loop it through itself. To make a crochet lariat, you only need...

I'm always looking for easy crochet patterns that are fun to do. This is one of those patterns. This is a great pattern for a beginner. It's also great for the expert. You can use one color or...

A hacky sack or also called a foot bag will provide hours of fun, stress relief and exercise. Make them from various types of materials and create different sizes and textures. They also make...

A bottle of wine is a popular housewarming, holiday or congratulatory gift, and you can make it even more meaningful by crocheting this simple wine bottle cover. It fits any 750 ml bottle of wine...

Handmade holiday items can become family heirlooms to treasure for years. Christmas is an ideal time for crocheting holiday decorations for friends and family. Christmas tree skirts can be...

Wings that you can attach to a dragon or any small toy that needs wings. A dragon wing design that was inspired by another slightly more complex design. * The Finished Size: With a G hook, the one...

This simple Body Scrub is easy to make and great to use in the shower or bath. You will think you are at a spa. It can be used as a Facial Scrub or Body Scrub. It's great for exfoliating and...

A skullcap is made just like a beanie cap, but it is shorter, covering only the top of the skull. Once you make one of these caps, you will become addicted to the process. However, the crochet...

Incorporating crocheted beads into a jewelry project is a great way to add texture and creativity to your design. Crocheted yarn beads make up quickly, and the benefit of using 100-percent wool...

A simple crocheted cone can be used as the basis for many projects. It can be used in making Amigurumi or as part of another project. This is the basic instructions for making a plain cone shape....

A simple crocheted ball can be used as the basis for many projects. It can be used in making Amigurumi or as a toy for a pet. This is the basic instructions for making a plain 4" ball. The...

A simple crocheted ball can be used as the basis for many projects. It can be used in making Amigurumi or as a toy for a pet. This is the basic instructions for making a plain 3" ball. The...

In 1997, mathematician Daina Taimina created this pattern (and others) as a way to make a tangible model of a plane that curves away from itself at every point. The pattern was extremely useful to...

This holder keeps discs safe and clean, and it's easy to stitch up. It's designed with ridges on the outside and a smooth surface on the inside (made by alternating front-loop-only and...

Space seems to be at a premium today in most homes. This toy organizer not only helps to get things up and off the floor, but is a great way to customize and add color to a room. Not only would...

Crocheted tube slippers are so easy to make! We keep a basket of them by our door so that people can keep their feet warm in the winter. This "how to" is for adult slippers, but they...

Dishcloths are fun, easy, and quick projects. They are also a good way to use up crochet yarn that you have left over from other projects. They use a small amount of yarn, and I always have yarn...

It is important to make sure your digital camera is protected and clean at all times to keep it working smoothly. Store bought camera cases with zippers and pockets are great, but sometimes you...

I love to crochet, and I have very little patience for following a pattern. About 20 years ago, I made a baby blanket similar to this for a new-born niece. I’ve recreated this one for a new member...

Homemade projects are always appreciated, but even if you give gift cards, you can still provide a hand-crafted touch. This gift card holder is a quick and easy project that will add some flare...

The television character Dr. Who is famous for his long, knitted scarf. Fans of the show Dr. Who have tried to replicate the famous scarf for years. While the scarf is part of Sci-Fi legend,...

There are two ways to create hoop earrings with crochet. You can create a loose hoop earring that dangles with just crochet thread and jewelry findings. Or, you can make a more solid hoop earring...

If you own a cat, you know how much those cute little cat beds can cost. I have seen most people crochet rugs out of yarn for their little special friend, but why not make it extra special by...

This pattern is quick and easy (my favorite kind), and it is so rewarding to see a little kid having the time of their life with something they can throw around to their heart's content and not...

Saving money will never go out of style and neither will recycling, which helps keep usable materials out of landfills. Combine both by using fabric remnants or old clothing to crochet a round...

An experiment in creating bulky weight yarn from worsted weight resulted in an area rug with the spring of a fatigue mat.

You will learn the basic steps to creating a hat. These basic steps can be modified, based on your level of crochet experience, to fit a variety of head sizes. The basic design, however, is for an...

Handmade gifts are great to give for any occasion throughout the year. These dish towel have been around for sometime, but never seem to lose there popularity. They are still in high demand...

This gorgeous crochet pattern fits into just about any project. The crisscross effect makes this look much more intricate than it really is, yet is easy enouph to maneuver into any project. It is...

As winter weather approaches, so does the need for winter clothes. Crocheted berets are fashionable and cute. Making one will only take an hour or two, basic crocheting knowledge and part of a...

This is a lovely afghan to crochet, ideal for any season, especially Christmas. The pattern can be worked up with different colors to make a spring flower throw or to match the color scheme in a...

If you have yard to use up this is a good project. It only takes a hour or so.

Learn How To Make (Crochet) a Button Cover Doll for your Little Girl's Shirts and Dresses that have buttons on them!

You have learned to crochet. You have many of the stitches like single crochet, double crochet and half double crochet down pat. There is a beautiful item you have found in a newsstand magazine or...

Crocheting a Garden Fairy is easy with my free pattern!

Crocheting a Nantucket basket ornament for your Christmas tree is easy with my free pattern!

Crocheting a gold bead is easy using my free pattern!

Learn to crochet the shells and lace stitch pattern to create your own project with.

It's always Baby Shower season! Here's an easy, adorable Baby Blanket Afghan to crochet for gift-giving! It's perfect for layette or nursery use, nap time, stroller rides ~ What makes this...

IN this article you learn about the various symbols in crochet patterns and what they mean.

This is a simple to follow patter for making really cute crochet hearts. It is a step by step tutorial on how to complete the pattern along with some tips that will help you complete it. All...