crochet with mahum ✿

Hi everyone! I'm so happy you're here to crochet this Jellycat-inspired swan with me :) Please note that this is a slightly intermediate-level amigurumi pattern, so you need to be familiar with crocheting in rounds. But if you're confused at any step, you can watch the video demonstrations from my youtube tutorial . If you’re not sure what yarn to use, click this link which will lead you to my amazon storefront where I’ve added the yarns and other materials I used! Abbreviations: sc - single crochet / ss - slip stitch / increase or inc - 2 sc in the same stitch (increases stitch count by 1) / sc2tog - sc 2 stitches together / decrease or dc - invisible decrease to reduce the stitch count by 1 (insert your hook through the front loop, then the front of the next stitch, yarn over pull through 2 loops, then yarn over pull through 2 loops again) Start all the pieces of the swan with a real OR fake magic ring (chain 1 doesn’t count as a stitch)… Part 1: Body Round 1 - 8 sc Roun...

Hi everyone! One of my favourite things to crochet is bags, and I've been trying to perfect the pattern for a basket-style bag that's cute but also easy to make.  After lots of trial and error, here's the pattern and video tutorial ! It's made with just single crochet stitches, so it's perfect for if you're a beginner. The body of the bag also has surface crochet designs, so you can add different colors without the complicated color change technique. Cute, easy, and quick to make in just under 3 hours :) If you found this pattern and tutorial helpful + want to try more creative projects like sewing, knitting, digital art, embroidery, and more - you can use this link to get a free 1-month trial of Skillshare ! It  is a learning platform with thousands of creative classes that you can create with this summer.  I've got some fun classes on Skillshare too - you can make a granny square bag, bow bookmark, sweater for your plushies, or learn pixel grid crochet wi...

Hi everyone! As you might know by now, I'm on a mission to add whimsy to everyday life with cute crochet projects, and what better way to do that than with some fun buttons :)  You can use these as hair accessories, keychains for your bags, decorative charms for your shoes, or journals; the options are endless! Let me know what you're thinking of using them for and happy crocheting <3 Materials: Stitch marker, scissors, stuffing, 2 yarn colors (one for the button and one for the cross detail, optional needle for weaving in the ends For a smaller button - fine weight yarn with a 2 or 2.5 mm hook For a slightly bigger button - DK weight yarn with a 3 or 3.5 mm hook For a palm-sized button, you can also use a medium weight yarn with a 4 mm hook but make sure your stitches are really tight! Click here for my amazon storefront that has some yarns that would work for this project and other materials you'll need to turn them into keychains and accessories. Abbreviations: ss - ...

Hi everyone! If you're looking for a cute top to wear as a cover-up for spring and summer, you've found it :)  This top is entirely made-to-measure and can be customised to create your perfect fit. Please make sure to watch the video demonstrations to get a clear visual of how to crochet this project. I hope you love your top! Abbreviations: ss - slip stitch  / sc - single crochet / dc - double crochet / increase - 2 dc/sc stitches in the same stitch My top's measurements (can fit XS-S, it's slightly oversized) Width - 18 / length - 20 / armhole - 8 / bow ties - 60 1. Back panel Foundation sc until you have the desired width Alternate rows of dc and sc until you have the desired length  2. Shoulder section Note: start the 1st section directly after ending the back panel, then attach the yarn on the other corner to do the 2nd section  Determine the desired width for the top of the front panel (mine is 16 stitches wide) Crochet 4 to 6 rows of alternating sc and dc 3....

Hi everyone :) Here's the written pattern I followed for my mesh tote bag (perfect for spring and summer!). Please watch the video demonstrations on how to crochet the base of the bag, switch colors, and the difference between rounds of dc and rounds of mesh. You can customise the pattern in ANY way you like by adding or removing rounds or color switches. Happy crocheting! Yarn from *lilthings* (discount code: MAHUM10) + 4 mm hook Abbreviations: ss - slip stitch / dc - double crochet / sc - single crochet / chsp - chain space W - white / G - green / Y - yellow Measurements of my bag: Width - 12 inches Length - 9.5 inches Strap length - 20 inches 1. Bag base (please watch the tutorial first) - make a slip knot, then chain the desired width (I did 44 chains) - skip 2 chains, then insert 1 dc in every chain (place a stitch marker in the 1st dc) - insert 3 dc in the last chain (place a stitch marker in the 1st and 3rd dc) - insert 1 dc in the bottom loops of every chain (making the 1...

Hi everyone! These are the first projects in my new spring series, where I'll show you how to crochet cute and easy accessories inspired by the season :) The step-by-step video tutorial is on my youtube channel in case you need a visual demonstration. I hope you have so much fun crocheting these! 1. Flower necklace Round 1 - make a magic ring then chain 3 - repeat 4 times: 2 dc, chain 1 - 1 dc - ss into the 3rd chain Round 2  - chain 3 - in every chain 1 space: 1 dc, 2 tc, 2 dc, ss into the next chain 1 space (repeat 5 times to make 5 petals) Round 3 - repeat around every petal: chain 3, *1 sc, chain 2, 1 sc* in the 3rd stitch, chain 3, ss into the next chain 1 space Fasten off! Make a slip knot, then chain the desired length for the necklace. After fastening off the chains, thread both ends of the piece through the backside of the flower. Add beads, pearls, or other decorations, then you're done! 2. DIY crochet buttons - mage a magic ring - repeat 5 times: chain 2, 2 dc, chai...

Hi everyone! This is a quick and easy crochet project that's perfect for adding new decor to your room for spring. Remember to choose colors that make you happy and fill these photo frames with your favourite memories :) Video tutorials and demonstrations are on my youtube channel . 1. Back panel Make a slip knot, then chain the desired width (make sure it's slightly wider than the picture you're making the frame for) Chain 1 (turning chain, doesn't count as a stitch), skip the 1st chain then insert 1 sc in every chain to make the 1st row. Turn your work, then insert 1 sc in every stitch to make a new row. Crochet rows of sc until you have the desired length (slightly longer than your picture) then fasten off to complete 2. Front panel Decide/calculate the following numbers: - Number of rows in the top and bottom sections - Number of stitches in the sides (more stitches to make the border thicker and less stitches to make it thinner) - Number of rows for both sides (1st...