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    Summer Crochet Drawstring Purse- Crochet Pattern

    Hi everyone it’s Molly Uhl from Lou Loops Co. I created this sweet retro drawstring purse with my little girls in mind. They love toting around all of their treasures. This could absolutely be used by any adult with an adjustment to the strap length. Materials: Clover Crochet Amour Hook in size I (5.5 mm), tapestry needle as needed, scissors, a stitch marker (a scrap of yarn works), and medium weight yarn in any color(s) of your choice. Stitches: Chain (ch), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet…

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    Crochet St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Wand Pattern

    Hi everyone! This is Molly Uhl of Lou Loops Co. For today’s project, This St. Patrick’s Day themed rainbow wand is a great project for scrap yarn, and works up quickly. It makes for a pretty and unique centerpiece and photo prop for your St. Patrick’s Day party.   Materials: Clover Crochet Amour Hook in size I (5.50 mm), tapestry needle as needed, scissors, 1/8 x 12 inch unfinished wood craft rod, hot glue gun, and medium weight yarn in 5 colors of your choice. I am using I Love…

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    Crochet Snow Globe Pattern

    This festive winter snow globe applique can be used to complete any of your crochet projects, as a standalone coaster, tiered tray decor, etc. Materials: Clover Crochet Amour Hook in size I (5.50 mm) – Art. No 1048/I Tapestry needle Scissors Bulky weight yarn or a medium weight yarn using 2 strands at the same time. I used a glacier blue, light gray, and twinkle white. Stitches: Chain (ch), single crochet (sc) half double crochet (hdc) double crochet (dc) slip stitch (ss) Using the glacier blue and working in a…

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    Pumpkin Pie Slice Crochet Pattern

    This pumpkin pie slice is another great scrap yarn project, and is a unique addition to a child’s play kitchen or Fall decor! Materials: Soft Touch Crochet Hook G (4mm) – Art. No 1007/G Soft Touch Crochet Hook I (5.5mm) – Art. No 1009/I Darning Needle Set – Art. No 339 Scissors Poly fiber fill Medium weight yarn. I am using I Love This Yarn, in Taupe, Burnt Pumpkin, and White. Stitches and Abbreviations: Chain (ch), single crochet (sc), half double crochet (hdc), double crochet (dc), & slip stitch (ss),…

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    Skeleton Cup Cozy

    This cozy fits a standard 20 ounce cup and adds a perfect festive touch to a pumpkin spice latte from your favorite coffee shop! Materials: Crochet Amour Hooks size I (5.50 mm) – Art. No 1048/I Crochet Amour Hooks size F (3.75mm) – Art. No 1044/F Jumbo Tapestry needle – Art. No 219 Scissors Medium weight yarn in white and black for the skeleton, and whichever color(s) you want for the cozy! Stitches: Chain (ch) Single crochet (sc) Half double crochet (hdc) Double crochet (dc) Triple crochet (tc) Slip stitch…

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    Crochet Pop Tart Pattern

    These sweet pop tarts are the perfect addition to any play kitchen, and are a great alternative to plastic toys. You only need small bits of yarn as well, so this is a nice scrap yarn project Watch a Crochet Pop Tart Mini Tutorial Materials: Soft Touch Crochet Hook G (4mm)- Art. No 1007 Soft Touch Crochet Hook I (5.5mm)- Art. No 1009 Scissors Gold Eye Tapestry Needle (No. 18-22) – Art. No 238 Medium weight scrap yarn in colors of your choosing. I’m using white, beige, pink, orange, green,…

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    Crochet Sunflower Applique Pattern

    Materials: Amour Crochet Hook I (5.5mm) – Art. No 1048/I for the sunflower on the left (approximately 4 inches) Amour Crochet Hook G (4.0mm) – Art. No 1045/G for the one on the right (approximately 3.5 inches)  Medium weight yarn in brown and golden yellow (optional green if making leaves as well) Scissors Tapestry needle Stitches and Abbreviations: Chain (ch) Chain 2 (ch2) Single Crochet (sc) Double Crochet (dc) Slip Stitch (ss) Sunflower Working in a round: Round 1: Using brown yarn, make a magic circle or ch2. In the…

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    Watermelon Garland

    Hi! I’m Molly, I’m a married mom of 4 littles living in the Chicago suburbs. I started crocheting when I was 17, and 17 years later I’m still going! In 2015 I opened an Etsy shop that became pretty successful over time. I mainly created and sold various newborn hats and props, and seasonal items. While I still dabble in that, my interests have evolved, and I’m now having tons of fun writing up patterns and creating content and tutorials on social media. Supplies: Clover Soft Touch Crochet Hook I…