These fairly small appliques would be perfect sewn onto a musical lovers blanket or scarf! The pattern is also great for using up scraps since each note takes just a very small amount of yarn. Experiment with different sizes of notes by using different hooks and yarns. Because of the long staff on the eighth note, take care when sewing this applique on, I recommend tightly pinning it on first to ensure the staff of the note stays straight.

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Adding tassels or fringe to crocheted creations can transform them from ordinary to unique. Tassels can also be added to knitted items, or even cloth (just make sure to make perforations neatly and evenly). They are a popular addition to scarves and wraps. Did you know that one of the easiest ways to attach fringe or tassels to craftwork is by using a crochet hook? This step-by-step tutorial shows you how exactly to do that.

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All kinds of crafts have a long legacy of classic techniques that had meaning to the peoples they originated with. In crochet and knitting Aran stitches are great examples of this. Although most are originally knit stitches, some are crochet as well and have been passed down for many generations.

This particular stitch is made of panels of 17 plus three. One panel is perfect for a scarf, a thick headband (or earwarmer) or a smaller sized washcloth. If you wanted a wider project you could either whipstitch appropriately length-ed panels of the 17 plus 3 together, like a quilt.

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This bag is designed for everyday wear and tear. The bottom is extra thick with a neat ridged texture to maintain the shape of the bag while still holding all the things a working girl needs. The front 2 pockets are convenient for cell phones, keys, coins, or anything else you don’t want to dig through a large purse to find. Feel free to line the interior of your finished purse for extra protection. Skill Level: Finished Size: 14 1/2” (37 cm) wide when flat, 10 1/2” (26.5 cm) tall not including strap Strap may be crocheted as long or sort as desired using the instructions within the pattern.

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Surface crochet, surface slip stitch or surface chain–the name pretty much explains itself. This technique involves slip stitches made through crocheted fabric, to make designs directly onto crocheted pieces. It is also used to smooth out the outlines when the design involves color changes. It’s a little like drawing, except we use yarn and hook instead of pen and paper–ain’t that cool? Here’s a step-by-step tutorial for surface crochet, or surface slip stitch. Mousing over the images will show the photos for the left-handed tutorial.

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Make a scarf for your pet! A houndstooth scarf, to be more appropriate and stylishly classy. If your pet has any sort of fashion sense, they will surely love this! Changing up the length and width of this scarf is extremely easy, too–you can even make it for yourself, to match with your pet.

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I think it’s a fact that some stitches just scream for multi-color! This series gives instructions for stitches like these, includes photos to see what the end result look like, and suggests color sequences to best display the stitch.

Multi-Colored Reversible Fans Stitch

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This set includes 5 patterns: basic ball, stringy ball, fish, mouse and spider. Each toy is designed to be quick to crochet so your cat can have an instant toy. These toys are puurfect for cats that like to simulate hunting since the toys are small objects. The stringy ball and spider are great for the string lover cats. Feel free to attach any of these finished toys to a stick with a string to play along with your cat. Add bells or catnip for extra cat fun!

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