The herringbone half double crochet stitch (often abbreviated as hhdc, hbhdc, or h-hdc) is a fun variation on the traditional half double crochet (hdc) stitch. With just one small change, you can makes a fun texture that gives an entirely different look to your piece and adds more dimension to whatever you are making. Disclaimer:… Continue reading The Herringbone Half Double Crochet (h-hdc): Stitch Tutorial
Messy bun or closed top? Fitted "no brim" beanie or beanie with a brim? Pom pom or no pom pom? So many options, so little time. Good thing these gender neutral bulky weight beanies work up fast! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. This means if you click on a link and make a purchase… Continue reading Sandy Shores Beanie & Messy Bun Beanie
Wow! How are we already a full month into 2024? I had planned to sit down and write this post at the very beginning of the month, but I couldn't seem to put my goals for the year into words...or at least I wasn't ready to put them on the internet. Then, I kept putting… Continue reading What’s in store for 2024?
Want to make a fun twist on a holiday classic? Then look no further than the Coffeehouse Santa Hat crochet pattern! With its half double crochet in the 3rd loop and all those fun bean stitches, this Christmas hat is definitely full of texture and pizzazz. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. This means if… Continue reading Coffeehouse Santa Hat Crochet Pattern
I love this time of year. Between the leaves changing colors, the excitement of Thanksgiving, the shopping and energy of the holiday season, seeing friends and family, the cooling temperatures....well, the supposed to be cooling down temperatures. We've had an unusually warm autumn this year and while the temps are falling at night, day time… Continue reading Holiday Sales!
Looking for a fun ribbed hat where the ridges really POP? Look no further than the Riptide in the Round Beanie! With instructions for 5 sizes from Baby through Large Adult and variations for a fitted, slouchy, or messy bun version, this pattern has something for everyone. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. This means… Continue reading Riptide in the Round Beanie Pattern
Have you ever been crocheting something in the round, like a cute beanie, only to end up with an unsightly seam running down your make where you join the rounds? It's something that I cannot stand on the beanies I make for my shop. To me, ugly and disjointed seams scream "unprofessional" and I just… Continue reading Invisible Slip Stitch to Join: Tutorial
Looking for a cute, easy to make crochet tee pattern, perfect for those new to making garments? Then keep reading to view the free crochet pattern below! How is it already the end of August?! I feel like summer just started. Anyone else feel this way? While a lot of families and teachers are getting… Continue reading Rustic Summer Tee: FREE Crochet Pattern
Well, hello, friend. Long time no see! To say it's been a bit of an overwhelming year is a bit of an understatement. For those who don't follow me on Instagram, I spent this last year working on a different kind of WIP - my dissertation! I've been in graduate school since 2018 and this… Continue reading Welcome Back!
Back in July, I decided to try my hand at making a crocheted pumpkin. I kind of laughed at how early it was to be making pumpkins (I mean, we were having a heat wave and it was over 100*F), but not even a week later I started seeing crochet pumpkin patterns on my Instagram… Continue reading Driftwood Pumpkin: FREE Crochet Pattern
