Where Do You Crochet?

By Rachel Choi – September 22nd, 2009 17 Comments
Crocheting can be done just about anywhere! That’s one of the reasons why I love it so much. Crocheting is portable if you place your work in bag or it can be done from the comfort of your own home while you watch TV. Crochet at home, in the car, on a plane, at the beach, the options are limitless.

where do you crochet

Most of my crocheting is done right here in front of my computer. Although it may seem weird for some to crochet at the computer, I love being able to type patterns as I’m making them. But if I’m not crocheting something that needs a written pattern, I’ll probably be who knows where! I like the flexibility to take my projects with me so that I can travel as much as I want and always have something to do. Even if I’m just sitting in a waiting room or taking a trip to visit family, my crochet can always come along with me.

Where do you crochet?

Crochet Pattern: Family Beanie Set – 6 Sizes

By Rachel Choi – September 21st, 2009 26 Comments

Now everyone in the family can have a beanie! This pattern set includes six sizes for you to crochet: preemie, baby, toddler, child, women and men. The beanies are designed to be warm for the winter and classic in style.

Download this pattern at the Crochet Spot Store. Free to download for all Premium Pattern Members.

crochet beanies in all sizes

Skill Level: beginner crochet skill level

Finished Sizes: preemie, baby, toddler, child, women and men. (exact measurements and instructions for measuring are included within pattern)

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 100 – 150 yards per beanie)
Crochet Hook I (5.50 mm)
Stitch marker (or safety pin, or scrap of contrasting yarn)
crochet yarn size 4

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If you need any help with crocheting these beanies, let me know and I’ll be glad to help!

Real Men Crochet

By Rachel Choi – September 19th, 2009 18 Comments
Let me tell you, crocheting isn’t just for Grandma in her rocking chair and it’s not just for women either! Real men, they crochet too.

I remember when I was about 10 years old, there was a boy I went to school with. He was the kind that always played sports and got into trouble. The typical boy as I would like to call him. But guess what, he crocheted too, and better than I did!

There’s even top crochet designers who are men, Drew Emborsky, to throw out a name. Plus plenty of men crochet groups and crochet books just for men.

men crochet

So for all the people, who always ask me whether men crochet, the answer is yes!

Do you know a man who crochets?

Crochet Pattern: All Purpose Nick Nack Dish

By Rachel Choi – September 18th, 2009 25 Comments
If you are ever looking for a place to store spare change, little nick nacks, hair ties, jewelry, keys, or any other small miscellaneous objects, then the all purpose nick nack dish may be just right for you! This small dish can help you organize or de-clutter your space. You can even make more than one dish to organize your desk draws. Let your imagination run wild crocheting a bunch of nick nack dishes! crochet all purpose nick nack dish
Skill Level: beginner crochet skill level

Finished Size: 4″ (10 cm) in diameter, 1 1/2″ (4 cm) tall

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (small amount)
Crochet Hook I (5.50 mm)
crochet yarn size 4

Gauge: Rounds 1 – 4 in pattern measures 4″ in diameter

Crochet Pattern: All Purpose Nick Nack Dish
Note: this pattern is crocheted in a spiral
Round 1: ch 3, 10 hdc in third ch from hook, place marker: 10 hdc
Round 2: 2 hdc in each hdc around: 20 hdc
Round 3: (2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next hdc) around: 30 hdc
Round 4: (2 hdc in next hdc, hdc in next 2 hdc) around: 40 hdc
Round 5 – 8: hdc in each hdc around: 40 hdc
Round 9: sl st in each hdc around, finish off: 40 sl sts

Need help crocheting this dish? No worries, leave a comment and I’ll be glad to help!

Free Crochet Spot Word Search!

By Rachel Choi – September 17th, 2009 2 Comments
Word searches are so much fun!!! I remember when I was in school, I would ride the bus and do the word searches in the newspaper. I think they would have been even more fun if they were crochet related.

So here is the Crochet Spot Word Search I made, filled with fun crochet words for you to search for!

Download Now >> Crochet Spot Word Search

Have fun and happy searching!

crochet spot word search

Crochet Pattern: Spider Web Scarf

By Rachel Choi – September 16th, 2009 1 Comment
Simple yet elegant, this scarf is fast to whip up and resembles a spider’s web when it’s wrapped around your neck. It’s airy enough for the summer but still warm for the winters! This pattern can be downloaded in the Crochet Spot Store (free to download for all Premium Pattern Members)

Skill Level: crochet skill level easy

Finished Size: 53″ (135 cm) long, 4 1/4″ (11 cm) wide

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 200
yards)
Crochet hook G (4.00 mm)
crochet yarn size 4
crochet spider scarf
crochet spider scarf

By purchasing this pattern, you are helping to support Crochet Spot in purchasing supplies and other materials needed to create the tutorials and patterns that you love on this site! Download the pattern by visiting the Crochet Spot Store, and also check out other patterns that you may like.

crochet spider scarf

If you ever need help crochet this scarf, let me know and I’ll be glad to help!

Hate Getting Yarn Burn?

By Rachel Choi – September 15th, 2009 20 Comments

Heart burn, rug burn…let’s talk about yarn burn! You know when you hold your yarn and it drapes over your finger when you crochet, sometimes you may get yarn burn. I’ve never got yarn burn before, but Ana (a Crochet Spot reader) told me if I or anyone else ever got yarn burn, you should make a finger cozy.

Here is what you do to make a yarn burn preventing finger cozy:

  1. Make a foundation chain that is long enough to wrap around your finger.
  2. Slip stitch into the first chain made, forming a loop.
  3. Single crochet around, until the cozy is the length you desire. You can either crochet in a spiral fashion or chain 1 before each round of single crochet.

According to Anna you should use about 1 skein of cross stitching floss. This way its not so big and bulky and your finger doesn’t feel like its on a diet.

Do you suffer from yarn burn??

Crochet Pattern: Classic Headband Set – All Sizes

By Rachel Choi – September 13th, 2009 5 Comments

This classic headband set includes 10 patterns! 5 different headbands and 5 different appliques. Mix and match to create the perfect headbands. The pattern also includes instructions for crocheting the headbands for all sizes: preemie, baby, toddler, child and adult. The headband pattern set can be downloaded at the Crochet Spot Store (free to download for all Premium Pattern Members).

crochet headbands

Skill Level: crochet skill level easy

Finished Sizes:
Appliques: Approximately 2″ wide
Headbands: 18″ in circumference, but are adjustable to any size by following the instructions within the pattern

Main Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (small amount of each color)
Crochet Hook G (4.00 mm)
Measuring Tape
crochet yarn size 4

By purchasing this pattern, you are helping to support Crochet Spot in purchasing supplies and materials needed to create the tutorials and patterns that you love on this site. Visit the Crochet Spot Store to download this pattern and to see other patterns that you may like.

If you need any help with crocheting these headbands and appliques, let me know and I’ll be glad to help!

What Type of Crocheter Are You?

By Rachel Choi – September 12th, 2009 35 Comments

Let’s face it, everyone is different. But the way I see it, there are 3 types of crocheters. The ones who need things done fast, the ones that have patience or the ones that can care less. Which one are you?

The “I Need Instant Gratification” Crocheter

  • Needs projects done fast for instant gratification.
  • Get it done in one sitting or never get it done at all, that’s my motto!
  • Doesn’t have the time or the patience for huge projects.

The “Slow and Steady Wins the Race” Crocheter

  • Has a ton of patience!
  • Loves making blankets and other large items.
  • Can work on a project for months and still not get bored of it.

The “I Can Care Less” Crocheter

  • Can care less if the project is large or small.
  • Makes what the heart desires, no matter how long it takes.
  • Has patience, yet still enjoys the boost a small project gives.

Personally, I’m the “I Can Care Less” crocheter. If there’s something I want to make, I’ll make it no matter how big or small it may be or how long it’ll take me to make it. But of course I can always appreciate the satisfaction small ones give!

What type of crocheter are you?

Crochet Pattern: City Hat with Brim

By Rachel Choi – September 11th, 2009 9 Comments
Inspired by the busy city, this hat brings comfort and style! The pattern includes a step by step picture tutorial for crocheting the front embellishment. You can download this pattern in the Crochet Spot Store (free to download for all Premium Pattern Members).

Skill Level: crochet skill level easy
crochet hat with brim

Finished Size: 22″ (56 cm) circumference, 4″ (10 cm) tall, one size fits most adults, hat will stretch

Main Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (approximately 170 yards)
Crochet Hooks
crochet yarn size 4

By purchasing this pattern you’ll be supporting Crochet Spot in purchasing supplies and materials needed to create the tutorials and patterns that you love on this site. Visit the Crochet Spot Store to download this pattern and to see other patterns you may like!

As always, if you need help with the crochet instructions, let me know and I’ll be glad to help!