Patterns, Tips and Video Tutorials for Crochet
I love texture – I’m not sure if you can tell from my shawl pattern, but texture is one of my favorite design elements. I also adore post stitches – they can provide such rich detail to crocheted items. In designing this shawl, I wanted to use post stitches but somehow get them on the […]
Hi! I’m Laura of @lost_boys_crochet and I’m guest hosting on Serena’s blog today. When asked if I wanted to participate in the Charity Cozy MAL hosted by Noor’s Knits and Knitting with Chopsticks, I immediately said yes. Giving back, especially for the non-proift Cure Childhood Cancer, is something that I strive to do as a […]
For the month of October, I’ll be participating in the Charity Cozy MAL hosted by Noor’s Knits and Knitting with Chopsticks. This is fun Make-a-Long (MAL) and proceeds from the purchase of the pattern will go to the non-profit Cure Childhood Cancer. I’ve designed the Brick by Brick square, a Tunisian Mosaic Crochet pattern that […]
My good friend Alea (@thescarvingartist) and I are participating in the Charity Cozy MAL hosted by Noor’s Knits and Knitting with Chopsticks in the month of October. This is fun Make-a-Long (MAL) and proceeds from the purchase of the pattern will go to the non-profit Cure Childhood Cancer. Alea designed the HoneyComb square, a Tunisian […]
I love tassels! They are a fun and cute finishing touch to so many shawl patterns. Initially when I started making them for shawls, I found them so intimidating! I was worried that they would be uneven, or lumpy-bumpy. I finally found a hack I really liked that makes making them fun and easy! The […]
As a designer, there are some designs that really speak to you – and that you are unbelievably proud of making. The Convergence Shawl is one of those designs for me. I was super pleased with how it turned out – and it was exactly as I envisioned it! One of my favorite parts of this […]
Are you looking for a beginner friendly Tunisian Crochet Pattern? This is the perfect pattern for newbies or folks who are looking for a fun and quick make! The best thing about this pattern is that it is lightweight with lovely drape, yet super cozy! You can purchase this pattern here on Ravelry, or here […]
Sometimes as I’m designing, I fall in love with a certain detail or texture and I try to figure out how to add it my design. In this case, I was working with linked stitches and discovered how much I liked the Linked Double Treble (LDtr). This stitch is worked over two stitches and creates […]
I love Tunisian Crochet – and my favorite stitch is the Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks). This stitch perfectly combines knitting and crochet and I find the repetitive movements very meditative. I’ve combined the Tks with the Extended Tunisian Knit Stitch (ETks) to create a lovely, simple and beginner friendly shawl. There is even a YouTube […]
When winter rolls in, there is nothing like wearing a thick and cozy sweater! I wanted to design something that would be the perfect top to snuggle in and also be beginner friendly for those who are new to Tunisian Crochet. By using a bulky weight yarn, this sweater is not only extra warm, but […]