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how to crochet the everyday cardigan | easy short-sleeve cardigan tutorial and free pattern!

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Hi everyone! I'm back to crocheting my dream wardrobe, starting with this short-sleeve cardigan that's the perfect piece to help us transition from summer to fall.  The texture made with the V-stitches is light and drapey, but still provides just the right amount of coverage to wear on slightly breezier days. If you're not sure how to style it, I love pairing it with a plain tank top or cami underneath (it's my go-to outfit combo for crochet tops!). You can find the step-by-step tutorial on my youtube channel and a link to the yarns I used on my amazon storefront . Please keep in mind that the amount of yarn you need for this project will depend on the size you're making! You can refer to the measurements of my cardigan below and use them as a guide to make any size adjustments. The goal is to use this pattern to crochet your perfect fit! Measurements of my cardigan: Back panel - 14.5 inches wide and around 15 inches long  Front panel - around 7.2 inches wide at th...

beginner's guide to filet crochet | 3 easy methods for creating with pixel grids!

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Hi everyone! I've fallen in love with filet crochet recently and have spent the past few months experimenting with different methods and techniques I found online.  The good news: it's very easy once you understand how to follow a grid and what stitches to use.  The bad news: you're going to need a lot of patience and be willing to experiment till you find what works best for you. Because, unlike popular belief, I think everyone's crochet style and personal tension will have an effect on their filet crochet pieces.  So yes, everyone can do it, but what might work for one person might not be the right fit for you. That's why I've put together this 30-minute guide on my youtube channel , which you can crochet along to and learn 3 of my favourite methods ! Once you've explored the visual demonstrations with my tutorial, you can use this written guide as a reference for any steps you might forget. Happy crocheting everyone - you've got this! Notes: dc - d...

how to crochet a cute swan | amigurumi tutorial and free pattern!

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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...

how to crochet a mini basket bag | free pattern and step-by-step tutorial!

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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...

how to crochet cute & easy buttons (free pattern + tutorial!)

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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 - ...

how to crochet a cute tie-front top | step-by-step tutorial + free pattern

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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....

how to crochet a mesh tote bag (ANY size!) | beginner-friendly tutorial + free pattern

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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...