When Taunya, from Put A Bonnet On It, contacted me about doing a tutorial on how to make your own stitch markers, I was absolutely thrilled! Those of you who have participated in my past Mystery Create-A-Longs, know that I’m not very fancy. I usually use an old piece of scrap yarn as my stitch
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*This sale has now ended. If you’d like to be notified when great deals like this one become available, please sign up for the Melody’s Makings Newsletter.* As you’re probably well aware, it’s hard to find great knit and crochet patterns for boys! Little girls just look so sweet dressed up in hand-made items,
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Every little boy dreams of being just like Daddy. They want to act like Daddy, look like Daddy, and do everything that their favorite guy does…..Which is why this Hunting Pattern is so darn magical. My 5 year old son, Charlie (that’s him in the photos!), has been asking to go hunting with Daddy for
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There’s nothing more fun than getting our little ones involved in things we’re passionate about….and “passionate” doesn’t even begin to describe how most people feel about football. Delight your football crazed husband (or yourself!) by celebrating baby’s first football season with this adorable set! This baby football pattern includes all sizes Newborn through 1-3 Years
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As you may know, one of my business resolutions this year was to create more knit and crochet community events and fun. I don’t know a lot of local crafters, and since I live in a small town, there are no yarn shops nearby. Plus with two small kids at home, getting away just doesn’t
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I can totally envision this sweet, sweet crochet butterfly pillow sitting in a white rocking chair in the corner of a baby girl’s bedroom. The friendly little butterfly, the bright pops of color, and the love put into every stitch make it the perfect decoration for a new baby’s nursery. It would even make a
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*This sale has ended. If you’d like to be notified of great deals like this one, make sure you’re signed up for the Melody’s Makings Newsletter.* The Princess Collection is filled with dainty, gorgeous designs that are truly perfect for any little princess. Each design was created with just one goal in mind….to adorn
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Click here to be taken to the crochet version of The Smock Stitch Kitty Pattern on Etsy. Click here to be taken to the crochet version of The Smock Stitch Kitty Pattern on Ravelry. Click here to be taken to the knit version of The Smock Stitch Kitty Pattern on Etsy. Click here to be taken to
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Click here to be taken to the crochet version of The Vintage Romper Pattern on Etsy. Click here to be taken to the crochet version of The Vintage Romper Pattern on Ravelry. Click here to be taken to the knit version of The Vintage Romper Pattern on Etsy. Click here to be taken to the knit version of
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Click here to be taken to the crochet version of The Lacy Leaf Bonnet Pattern on Etsy. Click here to be taken to the crochet version of The Lacy Leaf Bonnet Pattern on Ravelry. Click here to be taken to the knit version of The Lacy Leaf Bonnet Pattern on Etsy. Click here to be taken
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Now that the Wisteria Mysery Create-A-Long is all wrapped up, I have some big plans on the horizon for the next couple of months! I’m pretty darn excited (I always am when it comes to this type of stuff, hehe) and I hope you’ll share in the excitement with me! How about a chance to
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Just as expected, the Wisteria Mystery Create-A-Long turned out to be an absolute blast. I simply can’t get over what an amazing little community of crafting friends we’ve created together! Some truly outstanding things happened during this event, and I’m seriously proud to have been a part of it. Thank you for making it so
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Designing Wisteria was definitely like climbing a mountain for me. There were more than a few moments of uncertainty, and there may have been a few tears along the way. I made it to the top, though, and I’m SO pleased to share this stunning (yes – there I go tooting my own horn
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When it comes to knitting, every stitch (and every second!) truly does count. I know I’m not the only one who takes my project with me everywhere I go….simply so I might get a few more stitches worked during a second of down time! This free sock knitting pattern is perfect for converting those spare
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We all know that I am first and foremost a very sappy Mom….so I can’t help but share pictures of my kids from time to time! This is an especially sappy weekend for me, since my sweet little boy, Charlie, turned 5 years old. I can’t believe that he’s been brightening my life for a
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Who needs clothes in their closet anyways!? Share this post if your closet looks more like the one on the right than the one on the left. I know mine does! [activecampaign form=13] Pin101Share34Tweet135 Shares
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What better way to add a little fun to Easter Baskets this year than with this adorable micro family of traveling rabbits!? This free crochet pattern will get you on track to giving your kids the most unique and fun baskets around….while still featuring your hand-made touch! Mommy and Daddy bunny enjoy long strolls through
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It’s not often that I simply stumble upon a new design. I usually have a plan of action and lots of ideas listed out….so when I’m ready to design something new, I simply pull an idea from that list. This cute little free pattern came about a bit differently though. I was working up a
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It’s been a while since we’ve done any fun challenges to strengthen our community and get to know each other a little better….so let’s do something easy and super fun together this week! I challenge you. For five consecutive days, take one photo that represents your current crafty life and post it to your favorite
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Over the last couple of weeks, I’ve finally had to admit it to myself…..I simply can’t do it all anymore! I’m feeling so very blessed that this business has had such quick growth over the last 6 months. It all happened with really wonderful timing, since my family has just made the transition to this
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We’re currently in the middle of the Wisteria Mystery Create-A-Long, and there’s been a lot of talk about knit lifelines! In simple terms, a lifeline is a thin piece of thread, floss, or yarn you can add to your project so if you make a mistake a few rows later, you can rip your project
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I’ve been told in the past that I’m not easy to buy gifts for…. Perhaps the cozy, over-sized sweaters, the yarn over-flowing out of my far too huge purse, and the crochet hook sticking out of my back pocket aren’t solid enough clues. I’m easy to shop for. I promise. So am I alone?
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With the Wisteria CAL/KAL being an international event, I thought it might be fun for us to have a little countdown to the first clue! Leave me a comment on this post and let me know what state or country you’re in! I’d love to know how many different countries and states we have
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Since I started out as a knitter, it’s always been really natural for me to work any hat, knit or crochet, from the bottom up. In fact, when I first started adding crochet designs to my shop, I had no idea that the standard was to work most crochet hats from the top down! Since
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