Nothing, and I mean nothing is better than sleeping in on a lazy Saturday morning, padding into the kitchen, brewing a fresh pot of coffee, and enjoying it on the couch with your crochet, sunlight streaming through the window. Add a favorite podcast, album, or movie into the mix and you’re approaching nirvana. Am I right, Crochet Spotters?

While luxuries such as these can feel like pipe dreams some weeks, let’s remember that it is up to us to create our own special moments and sanctuaries of relaxation. Although the scene described above may not be possible very often, we can take the flavorful components of coffee and crochet with us almost every day and combine them to make a “coffee & crochet moment.”
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Arguably, the best part of being a crocheter (or knitter, even) is having more options when it comes to warm accessories to face the coming cold weather. And when those options include cables, it’s even better. This cabled cowl is worked flat with the ends seamed together, so there’s no need for double-ended hooks. This pattern gives a knitted look, but with crochet!

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Protect your tables from unsightly rings and show your guests they’re welcome to get comfortable with this simple square coaster. The easy eyelet pattern makes it suitable for Tunisian crochet novices. If you are unfamiliar with Tunisian crochet, please see How to Crochet: Tunisian Simple Stitch and our other Tunisian tutorials.

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I love the idea of crocheting appliques because they are quick and satisfying. I have seen a number of them on different items for babies and children. They look great on everything from onesies to sweaters to jumpers! Appliques can also be a great way to spruce up a tote bag. It is a wonderful way to add a quick, handmade touch to birthday or holiday gift.
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With crochet thread and seed beads, this eyewear retainer will keep your glasses handy with personality. The fine chains of crochet hold the straps on the earpiece without the need of rubber to keep them in place. Experimenting with size hook and thread will give you different results, if you prefer a thinner strap. Don’t forget to add more chains if using smaller thread. Enjoy this pattern and let me know your ideas!

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Flowers are fun and easy to crochet, and they can be used on almost anything. You can use this open-petal flower as an embellishment, or you can link up a bunch of them to make a fun garland or scarf. Try one on a plain bag, beanie, or hair clip, especially in contrasting colors and watch your project pop!

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According to the National Foundation for the Blind, in 2012, there are over 6 million people (men, women, and children) in the U.S. who have a vision disability. I, too, am considered visually-impaired or legally blind.

However, I have found that this does not mean that you stop living and stop enjoying favorite activities. Quite the contrary! It is still possible to be visually-impaired and still get your crochet on!

Through this life-changing event, you can still find joy in creating crocheted items for yourself and others. Have no fear! Below I am going to share three great tips that can help anyone who is visually-challenged to be able to continue one of their favorite activities: crochet.
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Crocheting baby blankets are something special to me. The fact that it is handmade trumps store bought every time. I enjoy spending time thinking about the pattern and creating it specifically for the new baby. It’s a tradition that many crocheters like to keep. This blanket has a simple but beautiful stitch pattern and a frilly border that is just the right touch. I chose to work it with Bernat Baby Coordinates’ Posy Patch, but any baby yarn, variegated or solid, will work just as well.

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The pineapple is a very traditional, completely beautiful, crocheted lace pattern. Pineapple patterns (both representational and symbolic) have been found in needlework books dating back to as early as the 1840s, but the recorded history of the pineapple as fruit and symbol goes back to hundreds of years before that.

Pineapple is native to the Caribbean, and the indigenous Carib people used to place a “nana” at the entrance to a village to signify welcome to guests. As the fruit was spread to other regions by Christopher Columbus, among others, the tradition of the pineapple as a welcoming symbol also spread.
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This hoodie comes in 5 different sizes ranging from 0 – 24 months! This classic styled cardigan sweater gives you the opportunity to get creative. Feel free to crochet the sweater in multiple colors to create stripes, add a fun edging, or spice it up with cute appliques and buttons. The sweater is crocheted from the top down, all in one piece (no sewing required). The top down construction allows you to easily adjust the size of the sweater as you crochet, if needed. Layer it as a cute jacket in the winter!

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