Crocheting for babies is the best! There is just something sweet about a handmade gift for a new arrival. Even a beginner can make these amazing free patterns, all wonderful gifts for a little one in your life. Check out 10 completely FREE crochet baby blanket patterns! Duchess Baby Blanket Image Credit: lovelifeyarn.com The Duchess Baby Blanket is a free pattern that uses three skeins of Red Heart Soft yarn to create a truly heirloom baby blanket. Includes full video tutorial! Get the free pattern: Duchess Baby Blanket Amethyst Sky Baby Blanket Image Credit: lovelifeyarn.com The Amethyst Sky ..read more

Tired of leftover yarn clutter? Get inspired with these 7 brilliant projects – scrunchies, wall art, amigurumi, and more! Upcycle those scraps with ease. Hey fellow yarn lovers! You know that feeling when you finish a project, and you’re left with a pile of colorful yarn scraps? It’s like, “Yay, I did it! But now what do I do with all this stuff?” I swear, sometimes I think yarn multiplies when I’m not looking. Well, let’s get those leftovers working for us! Forget tossing them – we’re going to turn those odds and ends into brand-new creations. I’ve got some classic ideas for those yarn scrap ..read more

Think granny squares are only for blankets? Think again! Find out just how versatile and modern granny squares can be – these aren’t your grandma’s granny square projects! How to Crochet a Basic Granny Image Credit: lovelifeyarn.com Before we jump into all the amazing granny square projects, let’s start with the basics. How do you even crochet a basic granny square?? Grannies are worked from the center out, usually with double crochet stitches and chains. Get the full tutorial with video: How to Crochet a Granny Square Square Slippers Image Credit: lovelifeyarn Here is a fun and creative way t ..read more

Just starting out on your knitting journey? We’ve got some amazing beginner-friendly projects to help you master those basic skills and still make something useful! Here are 10 of our most popular beginner projects that are all FREE patterns! Easiest Ever Knit Hat Image Credit: lovelifeyarn.com Worked with just knit and purl stitches, this hat is worked flat on straight needles – making it perfect for a beginner! The seed stitch brim is worked on the side while the body of the hat is worked in Stockinette stitch. The hat is seamed and gathered for a wonderfully easy project. Get the free patte ..read more

Are you ready to embark on a deliciously delightful journey through the whimsical world of knit food patterns? Well good news, you’ve come to the right place! Get those craft supplies ready because we’ve got a scrumptious smorgasbord in store for you! From plushies that look good enough to eat to cozy wearables that’ll satisfy your hunger for style, we’ve scoured the knitting universe to bring you a curated collection of 25 free patterns that’ll make your heart—and your stomach—happy in a fun way. Picture this: a kitchen adorned with chocolate chip cookie potholders, or perhaps a pincushion fo ..read more

I love baby toes! They deserve special care and to be cradled in cuteness. If you are a crocheter with a love for little ones, then you’ve come to the right place! I’ve gathered 10 adorable, free crochet baby booties patterns that are sure to melt your heart (and keep tiny feet toasty warm). Here you’ll find everything from beginner-friendly designs with full video tutorials to more intrucate styles. So, grab your hook and get going! Basic Baby Booties Image Credit: lovelifeyarn.com Never crocheted baby booties before? Try this Basic Baby Booties Pattern to learn the basics and end up with an ..read more

Are you ready to level up your crochet game and dive headfirst into the world of cardigans? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Even beginner crocheters can get in on the fun with these fabulous free patterns for crochet cardigans for beginners.  Picture this: snuggling up in your very own crochet garment, feeling cozy and accomplished all at once. Sounds dreamy, right? But I know what you might be thinking: “Cardigans? They look so complicated!” Fear not, my friends, because I’m here to show you just how fun and achievable crocheting a cardigan for the first time can be. There are a to ..read more

Okay, let’s be real. If you knit or crochet, chances are you have a bit of a “situation” going on. Yarn everywhere. Needles or hooks sticking out from random bags. That one half-finished sweater you started, like, two years ago? Yeah, me too. We all know that feeling – the thrill of casting on or starting a new row in that gorgeous yarn you couldn’t resist. But somewhere between that blissful start and actually finishing, things get a little…messy. Suddenly, there are WIPs everywhere! So, how many unfinished projects are too many? And more importantly, how do we get out of this gloriously chao ..read more

Looking for a fun and easy corner to corner knit blanket pattern? You’re in the right place! Our first knitting guest post comes from my good friend Chantal at Yarnique. It’s an amazing corner to corner design that creates diagonal stripes as you go. It’s honestly one of my favorite ways to work on the bias when knitting. Here is Chantal… Inspiration for This Knit Blanket Pattern The inspiration for this corner to corner knit blanket design came from the classic Grandma’s Favorite Dishcloth pattern. Although no one knows where this pattern originated, it’s a traditional dishcloth pattern that ..read more

If you know how to knit and you have a bored cat at home, then you’re in the right place. Are you ready to embark on a purr-fectly delightful adventure in the world of DIY cat toys? Well, grab your knitting needles, cat lovers, and prepare to be charmed by the cutest creations your kitty could ever dream of, because it’s time to talk about patterns for knitted cat toys!  In this article, we’ve rounded up 25 fabulous and, dare I say, utterly adorable knitting patterns for cat toys that’ll make your heart melt. From tiny critters to mouthwatering treats, these patterns are sure to tickle yo ..read more