If there’s anyone who knows the spirit of celebration….it’s a football fan! It’s clear true football fans are totally in the moment as they rocket out of their chairs repeatedly….cheering, jeering, and beering in my experience, haha. If you’ve witnessed this football fan phenomenon, then you know that the love of the game doesn’t totally
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Summer babies are so much fun…. There’s simply too many adorable summer-y clothes to spoil these fresh warm weather lovers with. From watermelons, to bugs, to strawberries….dressing baby up in anything summer related is a blast. When I first started designing, I also did Newborn photography. So I was constantly exploding with cute ideas for
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There’s something simply beautiful in asymmetry. Sadly, knit and crochet patterns don’t always lend themselves to asymmetrical designs that really work. You’ll see many, many rectangular projects, but oh so few with a little bit of shape interest. My free Shell Scarf Crochet Pattern was designed to turn heads with the beautiful curves and lines
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There are a few things on my crafty bucket list, that even at my younger age I’ve been super excited to check off. One of those has been to work with Red Heart. They’re an excellent company to work with and I’ve had a super time designing some patterns specially for them. If you’re a
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Little kids wearing little ears always make me smile. Which is just one of the reasons I love this pattern so much…..this crochet hooded cowl pattern will make your little one irresistible! This free hooded cowl crochet pattern comes in both knit and crochet (get the knit pattern here) features bulky (5) weight (or use
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With spring right around the corner, it’s that time of year when the boots go out of season, and the flats come into season. And along with flats and spring weather comes the perfect opportunity to sport some cute crochet leg warmers! This free Leg Warmers Crochet Pattern comes in both knit and crochet (get
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Valentine’s Day can be a tricky holiday. It’s nice to tell all those around us that we care….but it can also get pretty pricey pretty quickly to buy well thought gifts for everyone we love. This stocking style hat features fun hearts and is the perfect gift to tell little ones you care. I’m sharing
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I’m a BIG fan of adorable prints on children’s clothes. There’s just something too cute about tie-dye dresses and car pajamas. Perhaps because it’s one of the only times in life we not only get to “get away” with wearing “loud” clothing, but it’s totally celebrated! My husband will tell you that the older I
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I LOVE being able to add a bit of crafty decor to my home. Whether it’s a touch of knit or crochet through a throw pillow on my couch, or my son’s latest creative project hanging on the wall. Being able to display and share our crafty passions with others is simply FUN. Thus the
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Unexpected texture is high on the list of things I love in my knit/crochet projects. Beautiful, eye-catching texture elements are so fun to add to any project….they turn something simple into something really unique and fun. This is the idea I held close while designing my Pot Hole Cowl. I love the sort of unintentional
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Beard hat patterns have been around for a while now, but they never cease to be fun and popular projects. It’s SO handy to have a project that makes the perfect gift for any humorous man in your life. My husband often mentions how handy it might be to have a beard hat since he’s
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Unicorns have become quite the rage lately. Every small unicorn addict absolutely MUST have a unicorn hat to go along with the craze. Thus, the Majestical Unicorn Pattern. This cute pattern features a unicorn hat and leggings (in either knit or crochet) and is the perfect chance to let your magical side free….the color combos
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Our sweet baby #3, Theo, was a bit of a surprise originally…..if you know what I mean, haha. At the time he was conceived, we were already running in about 6 different directions. News of Theo’s impending arrival was shocking….but we couldn’t really stop to dwell on it. We just kept on running about our
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Send your little one off to school with a little handmade love….that way they can have a bit of your essence with them all day long. This cute crochet backpack pattern is the perfect choice for a back to school gift. With a matching pencil case, and endless color options, it’s a fun pattern you
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One of the greatest parts about being a Red Heart Joy Creator is randomly receiving big boxes of yarn from time to time. It’s like the universe is asking you to be creative and giving you all the tools you need to do so. Or maybe it’s not really the universe…..and really it’s Red Heart.
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This super classy swim cover is perfect for busy days at the beach, or for wearing around the summer pool. There’s beauty in simplicity, and you’ll find that this pattern is actually quite simple….it just looks complex! The wrap style really adds a touch of elegance while ensuring functionality….everything stays in place while wearing this
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Quick and cute, this crochet headband is the perfect project to whip up as a great gift for any young lady in your life. The lacy texture makes it easy and lightweight to wear while also providing a beautiful, eye-catching texture. This pattern calls for Worsted (4) Weight Yarn and size 5.0mm (H/8) crochet hook.
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These pretty, textured fingerless gloves are the perfect, quick project for the upcoming Fall season. The way the stitches are worked creates a fun, spiral element making them interesting to work up, but also neat to look at! This pattern calls for Fine (2) Weight Yarn and size 4.5mm (G/7) crochet hook. Thank you to
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This beautiful Dress Blanket was designed with your Little Princess in mind. Make it to match her favorite princess movie, or just use her favorite colors. She’s sure to adore this fun and fancy blanket either way! This Dress Blanket Pattern comes in either a knit or a crochet version. They’re circular style so they
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I’m always such a fan of being able to combine my love of yarn with super functional items that I KNOW I’ll use again and again. Which is just one of the many reasons I’m in love with this cute crochet top pattern I’m sharing with you today. The Everyday Top adds the perfect bit
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This stunning infinity style wrap pattern features elements from two of my most popular designs to date! After completing the Jennika Infinity Wrap design, I was absolutely in love with wearing my finished wrap. The cables featured in that design make it a more heavy weight item though….and I really wanted something nice and light
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With warm weather and bright spring colors making the world feel extra inspirational lately, this free shawl crochet pattern is perfect for the season! The stripes give you the perfect opportunity to play with color, while the fun swirl adds a unique element. Add a lovely texture to the mix, and you’ll enjoy having this
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I’m in love with these simple but oh so sweet boot cuffs! Featuring a little bit of color work and a little bit of texture, they make a really nice addition to any outfit. Match your color choices to the current season, and they’re great for anytime Fall through Spring. This free crochet boot cuff
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This pretty free crochet cowl pattern features a fun texture and beautiful color-work. The color options make it the perfect pattern for anytime of year….simply match the colors you choose to the season! With a simple stitch pattern, this project is quick to work up and a pattern you’ll want to return to again and
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