Our April feature is the Crochet Magic Blog Hop – your one-stop destination for a daily dose of crochet goodness! Crochet Magic – Because once you master the basics of crochet, it opens up a world of creative possibilities that can feel downright enchanting. Craftopia Collective has assembled some of the top indie crochet designers to offer these magical designs. Each day in April, the hop will feature a different discounted or free pattern from one of these amazing designers. Day 5’s featured pattern is my very own Octopus Eyeglass Holder. Bring the wonders of the ocean into your home with t ..read more

Our April feature is the Crochet Magic Blog Hop – your one-stop destination for a daily dose of crochet goodness! Crochet Magic – Because once you master the basics of crochet, it opens up a world of creative possibilities that can feel downright enchanting. Craftopia Collective has assembled some of the top indie crochet designers to offer these magical designs. Each day in April, the hop will feature a different discounted or free pattern from one of these amazing designers. Day 1’s featured pattern is Ophelia the Octopus from Craftopia Collective This is a fun and addicting pattern –   ..read more

We all know someone having a baby soon, or someone who has just had a baby. It’s nice to create something handmade just for baby. Though sometimes what to make is the hardest part! Designer friends & I have some suggestions/ideas for pretty gifts for the new born in your life. All the patterns are $2 from March 10 – 22, no coupon code needed. Click on the graphic below to go to the pattern. My Fingers Fly – Military Baby Sweater  https://linktr.ee/myfingersfly Today’s featured design is one of my favorites – Military Baby Sweater. Adorable camouflage baby sweater d ..read more

We all know someone having a baby soon, or someone who has just had a baby. It’s nice to create something handmade just for baby. Though sometimes what to make is the hardest part!   Designer friends & I have some suggestions/ideas for pretty gifts for the new born in your life. All the patterns are $2 from March 10 – 22, no coupon code needed.       Click on the graphic below to go to the pattern. Bear Rye – Little Boy Blue Hat This adorable trapper style hat comes in sizes Newborn all the way to adult.     Craftopia Collective – Judy ..read more

We Start March 1st and go all the way to March 15th. Every day a new never-released free pattern will be live for you to enjoy. Each designer will have a coupon code for a free PDF download valid for 24 hours from publishing. All designs will be for pets, so you can make for your pets or to donate to your local favorite charity or rescue organization. All featured patterns will be forever free on the blog post.  https://sandrastitches.com/crochet-for-pets-crochet-along/   Today’s pattern is the Pug Puppy Sweater, designed for my Bruno when he was just a puppy. https://sandrast ..read more

We Start March 1st and go all the way to March 15th. Every day a new never-released free pattern will be live for you to enjoy. Each designer will have a coupon code for a free PDF download valid for 24 hours from publishing. All designs will be for pets, so you can make for your pets or to donate to your local favorite charity or rescue organization. All featured patterns will be forever free on the blog post.  https://sandrastitches.com/crochet-for-pets-crochet-along/   The free Pattern for today is: Jack’s Bandana     March Maker Madness Hello,  crochet lo ..read more

It’s Day 28, the last day of the “Cancer Cozy Comforts” crochet pattern hop, sponsored by the designers of the Crochet Designer Community. Today’s featured pattern is brought to you by Marsha YarnDoodles, the Stark Difference Pocket Shawl. If you like pocket shawls/wraps, then you will LOVE this one! It combines the pocket shawl concept with the traditional triangular shape shawl, so it covers your back better to give you added warmth & comfort. You will fall in love with the rich texture and unique shape of this shawl. It can be made with or without beads on the pockets. Either way, i ..read more

There’s something magical about the art of crochet that captivates the hearts of those who embark on this creative journey. For many enthusiasts, the thrill lies in pushing the boundaries and taking on ambitious crochet projects that not only challenge their skills but also ignite a profound sense of accomplishment. I am definitely one of those people. Crocheting items for sale or making multiples for a craft show are more difficult for me. I love the challenge of creating something new each time – tackling ambitious crochet endeavors, celebrating the intricate patterns, intricate stitches, an ..read more

Materials: Worsted weight yarn: 15 yards MC 15 yards CC Crochet hook size G (4.0 mm) Pipe cleaner Ball chain & connector GAUGE SWATCH: 9 rows = 2”, 8 sc = 2” Keychain measures 4.5” wide x 2.75” tall (including horns). Directions: HEAD: Rnd 1: With MC, ch 5, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next 2 ch, 3 sc in last ch. Working on opposite side of foundation ch, sc in next 2 lps, 2 sc in last lp (10 sc). Do not join. Work in continuous rnds throughout. Rnd 2: Sc in each st. Rnd 3: 2 sc in first st, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next 2 sts (16 sc). Rnd 4: Sc in ..read more

My four years in the FFA in high school were some of the best years of my life. I raised chickens and steers, and I learned to use a cutting torch and welding machine. The Galveston County Livestock Show was an annual highlight where FFA and 4H members show their livestock and exhibit their crafts. I remember entering items that I had sown or crocheted. My mom taught me to make homemade pickles so I could enter a jar into the competition. My maternal grandfather was a dairy and tobacco farmer; my paternal grandfather had been a peanut farmer. Gardening, raising animals, cooking from scratch ..read more