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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Spring gives us another great opportunity to get out those cute boots, and along with them, our awesome boot cuffs! This crochet boot cuff pattern features front and back post stitches giving these cuffs a nice ribbed texture, and a stretchier fit. This free crochet boot cuff pattern calls for fingering (1) weight yarn and
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With Easter just a couple weeks away, it’s time to start thinking about gift-able projects that are both fun and functional! Made of bulky yarn, this crochet basket is nice and sturdy….plus super quick and easy to work up! Pair it with a couple of the other free Easter patterns (this adorable set of crochet
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This adorable little crochet chicken is keeping a super fun secret. Squeeze her hard enough, though, and the secret might just “pop” right out! This Easter Chicken Crochet Pattern is filled with fun and would make the perfect addition to Easter baskets this year! Lift her head up to fill her with Jelly Beans, and
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Just in time for Easter, this adorable hooded bunny blanket is a super cute and super fun project to work up for any kiddo or adult who loves those snuggly bunnies! This bunny blanket is a really quick project that would make a truly fun gift. It also comes in either a crochet or a
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Guest designer, Julie, of ACCROchet is on a mission to show the world how awesome crochet socks can be. After receiving and photographing her amazing Wildings Socks, she’s got me totally convinced….crochet socks can be just as great as knit socks! So I’m really thrilled to be sharing this gorgeous crochet sock pattern with you
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This awesome baseball cap cover was my husband, Nick’s, amazing idea. He wears his favorite baseball cap year round because it’s most comfortable for him. Now, during the winter, he can put on his Cap Hat and turn his favorite baseball cap into his favorite winter beanie! It’s absolutely genius in my opinion…..and it finally
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This stunning free shawl crochet pattern features beautiful lace work. The Fights On Shawl Pattern was designed with the concepts of growth and perseverance in mind. The beauty that develops as a result of the two working together is displayed in the gorgeous finished project. This crochet shawl pattern features DK (3) weight yarn and
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One of the joys of being a designer is watching a design you created be brought to life over and over again. It’s really fun and exciting to see people using and loving your patterns, and it’s a rewarding experience to share them with the world! So you can imagine how excited I was when
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I’m extremely excited to be introducing yet another new aspect of my business this week! I strongly believe in small businesses helping to support and lift one another up, which is why I created the Guest Contributor Opportunities here on my blog last year. This year my goal is to reach out to a larger audience
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This beautiful lacy crochet cowl pattern is a quick project to work up that produces some stunning results! Perfect for teen girls and adult women, this lacy cowl makes a great accent piece to any outfit, or works as a pretty option for keeping warm. This pattern calls for worsted (4) weight yarn and size
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If there’s one thing I’ve grown to adore, it’s fun and happy feet! I never thought I’d be a sock person, but I totally am…..A fun pair of socks simply makes the day better. So, naturally, I’ve been really excited to share this super cute crochet sock pattern with you! Featuring two colors, the options
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When the color pooling craze first came around, I couldn’t quite wrap my head around all the excitement. Sure, the argyle pattern is neat, and it’s fun to do something different with a variegated yarn…..but it just didn’t seem worth learning just so I could make a simple scarf to me. If I was going
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Laura, of Laura Mae’s Crochet, has used some gorgeous texture and color variation to create a beautiful free crochet Christmas stocking pattern to share with us today! This project is a fun and quick holiday crochet pattern that is sure to add some color and fun to your stocking collection this year. Thank you to
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This is the perfect time of year to wear thick crochet headbands! They’re not only cute accessories, but also help to keep your ears toasty warm in the crisp cool air. Add a little texture to the mix, and you’ve got a fun and quick crochet headband pattern. Thank you to Stacey of Busting Stitches for contributing this
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