My little corner of crochet happiness
The majority of all crochet projects use the basic crochet stitches. They are all easy to learn and once you have mastered them, can be incorporated into any crochet piece. Throughout this tutorial and future tutorials, I will be writing in US crochet terms. Chain Stitches A chain stitch is used to create foundation rows… Continue reading Basic Stitches – Chain and Single Crochet (UK Double Crochet)
Wall hangings can add an instant pop of colour to any room and make a fantastic addition to your home. The below pattern is easy and quick to make, perfect for a lazy afternoon of relaxing crochet! To make this wall hanging, you will need the following: DK weight yarn in a variety of colours… Continue reading Granny Square Wall Hanging Pattern
I often get asked how I make my granny squares. There are tons of various pattern available but I thought it was time to share how I make my grannies! I always turn my granny squares after each round, I find this helps to keep them nice and straight, rather than squiffy! All you need… Continue reading Granny Squares
These little flowers are a fun and colourful way to brighten up any room of the house! They are super easy and quick to make and can be made in a variety of colours. What you will need: 4ply cotton yarn - for these I used Scheepjes Catona in a variety of colours 3.5mm hook… Continue reading Pretty Little Flower Pattern
I am very easily distracted... especially with lovely rainbowy yarn like this! And what better way to show off the beauitfulness that is Scheepjes Catona than in a rainbow of stars?! While hooking up a new blanket pattern (watch this space!), I realised that the first couple of rows were too far off the base… Continue reading Twinkle Twinkle Star Pattern
