crochet hat season? I can’t stop making hats! This time its a pattern for a fun, beachy, lacey, stripey, festivaly, zig zaggy, crochet beret. Yep. All the things. And it uses under 200 yds of dk weight yarn, so this little topper is great for using up smaller, single skeins.  together is better Are you on facebook? You are invited to join the Revel group ! It’s an easy way to quickly get answers to any questions you may have about a pattern. It’s also a place to share project pictures, get opinions on color options and whatnot, share your favorite yarn memes, and chit-chat wi ..read more

never too many This hat is kinda perfect. Super cute and trendy but also, oh-so-functional. Okaaayyyy, but how is a mesh fabric beanie going to keep you warm? Well, it’s not. Not really, and that’s a bit of the point. This beanie is for warmer, lazy, summer days and all that goes with them. Gotta keep the tresses tamed at the park or a walk on the (always windy!) beach? Izza. Still want to be your fashionista self in the open fields of the current musicfest? Izza. Gotta run to the mall for the shock drop of the latest kicks with no time to fix your hair? Izza. Yep, this Izza crochet ..read more

all about I’ve been at it again with Tunisian crochet! The last Tunisian shawl, Wyss (below), is a combination of a daisy stitch and simple stitch, which created a section in solid fabric & a smaller section in a lace fabric. This new one, the Nashe Tunisian crochet shawl, is an all-over lace. It uses one stitch throughout, so if you’re new to Tunisian crochet and the thought of learning all the new ways to put the hook here and pull through there is a bit daunting… this is the pattern for you! Its a great way to dip your toes into the waters of Tunisian lace.  better t ..read more

the look Tholive is a light weight, all-over crochet lace Spring scarf. It’s that added touch of pretty to a basic outfit when you’re just feeling a little extra .  If having a spring│summer scarf has never crossed your mind… today’s the day. Take a peek into your closet. Is there a cute jumpsuit that could use a little pizazz? Or, you can be like me and take the “Fancy not required” approach and wear your new scarf with whatever you’ve got on. Cute ruffle shorts & a tee? Yep. Cropped linen pants & a floofy sleeved tee? Yep. Also, it’s that time of year, again. How many ..read more

If the Bates vs Boye debate baffles you, read on. There is much discussion among crocheters as to which hook style is better. Let’s walk through the differences of crochet hooks and discover which is best for you. Bates (top) Boye (bottom) Having the right tools makes learning a new craft much easier. Not only easier, but more enjoyable. If you’re just beginning, or have been stitching for a while, and are struggling with your crochet hook not feeling comfortable or natural in your hand, it might be the style of hook you are using.  Learning about these few seemingly small di ..read more

hooks Crochet hooks can vary greatly. So how do you choose which is right for you? Let’s start at the beginning. Every individual portion of a crochet hook has multiple options available.  This can be fantastic but it can also be frustrating if you’re new don’t know what you’re looking for or if you’re struggling and wanting to find a hook that feels better. There are so many options out there, how do you choose? How do you know which is best for you?  Well, in order to answer that question, we need to go over the differences.  There are several components to consider when ..read more

Pecci easy crochet scarf pattern for beginner So, you want to learn to crochet First, I’d like to say- I am absolutely honored that you are here, trusting me to teach you this new craft. Welcome to the fundamental, beginner guide to everything crochet. Everything. It will cover everything from choosing the right supplies, understanding patterns, learning stitches and more like useful tips & tricks from an old pro (that’s me ). Crochet is amazing. Using simple string and a hook, you can make the daintiest of lace shawls and doilies or a utilitarian blanket to last for generations ..read more

Stitching a blizzard Welcome to month 1 of Stitching A Blizzard! Every month in 2022 I will be releasing a new snowflake crochet pattern. In December, when I started planning this, honestly, I was a bit naive about the entire process.  The way it all began is with a new tree. We have had the same Christmas tree for at least 12 years. Going in and out of a box every year, it was looking a bit haggard. And also we’ve moved (several times) and the 7ft beauty in our first home doesn’t fit the new vaulted (16-22 ft) ceiling of this house. So what once barely fit into the room, looked ..read more

the look So, you want a knit cap, but aren’t a knitter. Let me introduce you to this fun little stitch and the Hatrick Crochet Cap. Oh, and by the way, there’s nothing wrong with preferring the “look” of knitting over crochet for some projects.  This hat is made using a stitch of many names: Waistcoat Stitch Russian Cross Stitch Knit Stitch Center Single Crochet Whatever you choose to call it, I just call it fun! It’s a great stitch to add to your skill set and it’s a little like magic to say, “No, it’s crochet.” join in I would love to have you join in with the Revel ..read more

Foundation Single Crochet Tutorial Learn this great option and add a stretchy, clean edge to your next crochet project. Often, there are certain necessary tasks that are a part of crochet but are … well, not as appealing as others. Maybe for you, weaving in ends is the worst. Do you avoid projects with color changes because of it? No shaming from me, I’ve done that more than a few times. Loathe seams? It’s okay, you’re not alone. How ’bout this one: Do you love the idea of making blankets but never create them because working the first row of eleventy-billion single crochets into t ..read more