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World Kindness Day: The Kindness Leaf <3
Hello! It’s Jennifer Ryan, the designer and blogger behind Celtic Knot Crochet. I love to crochet cute and quick projects that can be given away as gifts. This Kindness Leaf is just that and more! In addition to being a fun fall decoration, this leaf can be given in honor of World Kindness Day (November 13th!!!), or you can choose to attach a sweet message and leave it somewhere in your community for a passerby to find. It is sure to brighten someone’s day and make them smile! To create…
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Color-Block Scarf (crochet pattern)
Hey everybody, I’m Julie from @handsofzeal on IG! As the crisp autumn air begins to settle in, there’s nothing quite like the embrace of a warm, handmade scarf to keep the chill at bay. Introducing my latest crochet creation: the Cozy Color Block Scarf with its delightful bobble edging. This scarf is a testament to comfort and style, providing both warmth and a touch of style to any outfit! So grab your crochet hook, gather your favorite yarn hues, and let’s embark on this cozy crafting journey together! MATERIALS:…
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How We Use It: Slash Cutter (+ Chenille Tote Bag Tutorial)
Hi everyone, Shannon and Jason here (@embracethecreativechaos on IG)! If you have been along for our creative journey or have any of our books, you already know we have a thing for tote bags. Okay… Shannon has a thing for tote bags. Scrappy Wonky, sashiko, kogin-zashi, quilted, hand stitched, leftover fabric from a project, rescued and reworked ties and jeans are all called into action to create more totes. Thank goodness she can’t make shoes (maybe in due time).When we were asked to create a project using the Clover Slash…
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Thanksgiving Turkey Leg! (crochet)
Happy November everybody! My name is Molly, from @louloopsco on IG! Now that we’ve had our spooky season, we can move to the next best holiday: Thanksgiving (because of the food, DUH)! Continuing on with our crochet food series, I decided we NEEDED to add a turkey leg into the mix 🙂 This is a super simple beginner pattern that works in the round, so let’s get started! MATERIALS: Clover Amour 9mm Crochet Hook Needle set Patchwork scissors Big Twist plush yarn in “cardamom” and “white” Poly-fil stuffing ABBREVIATIONS:…
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DIY Octopus Halloween Costume!
Hi all, it’s Rumer from @rumer_has_it on IG! With Halloween soon approaching, I hope you’ve got your costumes ready! If not, never fear! I’ve got a relatively quick DIY costume that you could complete this weekend. Growing up, I wasn’t super into Halloween and rarely dressed up. But now as an adult, I work in a department that is really enthusiastic about dressing up every year and very competitive at the costume contests. So this year, we voted on our costume theme and came up with the idea of “from…
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Spooky Season Scarf!
I’m Krista Ann from @explorewithknitsy on IG, and it’s probably fair to say that the fall season is the knitters’ favorite time of the year….The evenings turn cold, the air becomes crisp, the leaves begin to change, and best of all, the warm winter knits come out of the closet! So dust off your larger needles, grab some bulky yarn, bundle up in your coziest pajamas, and bundle up by the fire for an evening in of knitting! This autumn scarf was designed to be a piece that will keep…
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Candy Corn Pom-Pom Beanie
Hi all, it’s Duana from @duanastudio (@duana_m_chandler on IG)! I’m excited to share this new blog post on this cute candy corn beanie that I made for my daughter 🙂 If you have a passion for both crochet and the sweetest and most yummy season of the year, you’re in for a treat (literally and figuratively)! In this blog post, I wanted to share a candy corn beanie pattern I found by Sierra’s Crafty Creations that would guide you through the creation of a delightful and seasonally-appropriate accessory: a Candy…
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Autumn Tic-Tac-Toe Board!
As the leaves turn to vibrant shades of red and gold, there’s no better time to infuse your home with the warmth of handmade decor. Embrace the charm of autumn with our latest crochet project: an enchanting tic-tac-toe board that captures the essence of the season. Crafted with soft, earth-toned yarns, this board features beginner friendly stitches adorned with adorable sunflowers and plump pumpkins. The Xs and Os, each with their own delightful twist, are perfect for snuggling up with a cup of hot cider and a friendly game by…
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It’s National TACO Day! (and it’s not even Tuesday…)
Hi everyone! My name is Molly from @louloopsco on IG! Today, October 4th is National Taco Day! This delicious crochet pattern uses plush yarn and a 9mm Clover Amour Crochet Hook. It will really give everyone something to taco ‘bout! MATERIALS: plush yarn in shades of gold, green, yellow, brown, white, and red (I like using a combination of Big Twist plush and Bernat Blanket yarn to find the be st suited colors) 9 mm Amour crochet hook darning needle scissors hot glue polyfil 14mm safety eyes (optional) black embroidery…
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EASY Halloween Costume Idea: Animal Headbands!
Hello! It’s Jennifer Ryan, the designer and blogger behind Celtic Knot Crochet. I am excited to be sharing this project here on the Clover blog! Since Halloween is right around the corner, making these quick and easy animal ears that are attached to a basic one-size-fits-all headband makes for a superrr cute costume accessory. Let’s get started! 🙂 SKILL LEVEL: Easy SUPPLIES: Fur yarn and Velvet yarn – small amounts (I used a thick brown fur yarn and then some velvet yarn in white and pink – you can make…