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Crochet Penguin Ornament + Gift Card Holder
Hello! I’m Amanda from Loops and Love Crochet I am so excited to be sharing my latest design with you today! This Ragdoll Penguin pattern is such a fun project that works up quickly and turns out super cute. I’ve also included options to personalize your penguin with accessories, make it into an ornament, and even add a little pocket on the back for a gift card or small treat! These penguins are perfect to work up gifts for everyone on your list, or you can make them for your…
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Snow Happy Scarf: Tunisian Crochet Pattern
Hello everyone! I’m Alex, the crochet designer behind With Alex and I’m so happy to be back on the Clover blog to share my newest tunisian crochet design, the Snow Happy Scarf! It’s super warm, super big, super cozy and I hope you super love it! The Snow Happy Scarf is a unisex design perfect for anyone that loves snow and it’s sure to bring a smile to any snow lover receiving this as a gift. I love the blues that I used for this sample but I think it…
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Sew a Drop Shoulder Cardigan from a Blanket!
Each culture has objects that become unanimous with it. Growing up, I was always surrounded by many items I believe would fall into the “Mexicana” category. Whether it was foods like my favorite empanadas or art like Talavera tiles, these things were ever-present. One such item that always seemed to be everywhere I turned was the humble Falsa Blanket. These blankets are traditional Mexican woven blankets that are often made of recycled cotton and acrylics. Like many Mexican families, we have a handful of these blankets laying around. With the…
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Christmas Gift Bag Sewing Tutorial
Hello Friends! Are you ready to do some super fun Christmas gift sewing? I’ve got such a great tutorial for you today on how to sew a very quick draw string bag that can be used as a gift bag for those perfect little treasures! The bag itself is a great gift! These are so easy to sew that you can honestly make one in less than 30 minutes, especially if you make them in an assembly line! Even if you are a beginner sewist, you can make these bags!…
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Zigzag Table Runner
Difficulty level: beginner Materials: Soft Touch Crochet Hook H (5mm) – Art. No 1008/H 750 yards of Category 4 yarn (Caron Cotton Cakes in “White”) or similar yarn weight Tapestry needle Scissors Dimensions: 15” * 90” Abbreviations/special stitch: ch(s): chain(s) ch-: number of chains sp(s): space(s) st(s): stitch(es) dc: double crochet sc: single crochet, yo: yarn over sk: skip fsc: foundation single crochet. Video: https://youtu.be/XuFVhhE37Os Gauge: 14 sts x 7.5 rows of double crochet Notes: This pattern is written in American Standard Terms. Sc sts are worked in ch-5 sps…
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Extra Credit: Loop Pressing Bars
Loop Pressing Bars Pick Up Sticks Pillow By the Shibaguyz Pick Up Sticks Pillow Small strips of fabric can make a big impact on your home décor. With just a few pieces of fabric, and Clover’s Loop Pressing Bars you’ll be well on your way making modern art inspired pillows for your sofas, chairs, or wherever you need a pop of vibrant color. These Loop Pressing Bars are not just for bias cut fabric either… we cut our strips with the grain of the fabric for a clean straight finish.…
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Knit Santa Hat Pattern
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and what better way to show your holiday cheer than with a knit Santa Hat! This time of year can get stressful and it’s no secret that lots of people wait until the last minute to start working on their handmade gifts (like me)… Since it’s getting into crunch time for gifts and market prep for my makers, I made up this easy knit pattern to help you tackle your gift list and get everyone into the holiday spirit. It’s a…
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The Perfect Layering Piece
The perfect layering piece. It is the quest we are all on from the time we experience that first chill from overly exuberant air conditioner use or that first wave of unwanted heat that hits us while we are innocently going about our daily lives. Since that day, we have been searching for something that we can put on over a light undergarment like a chemise or a longline bra or even a light tank that will provide just a little protection against the office AC or that can help…
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Jumbo Turkey Amigurumi
Hi everyone! I’m Julia from Little World of Whimsy, and I’m here to share a cute Turkey pattern, just in time for Thanksgiving Day here in the US! You can get the inexpensive, beautifully formatted, printable PDF on Etsy here. This jumbo turkey is pillow sized and works as an adorable accent cushion for a child’s room or an eccentric couch pillow! Using velvet makes this amigurumi even more plush, but you can make it palm sized by using sport or worsted weight yarn. Materials Clover Amour Crochet Hook I (5.5 mm) –…
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Hand Embroidered “Give Thanks” Kitchen Towel
Hey Clover Family, it’s Danielle from sprinklesofzeal and I want to start off by saying happy holidays. As we approach another Thanksgiving, I hope that you are able to reflect on the good times and appreciate every moment with your loved ones. This week, I’m excited to share this lovely Give Thanks embroidery pattern with you. The stitches aren’t too complicated and the pattern can be completed in under an hour. Alright, are you ready to start stitching? Let’s Go! Here are the materials that you’ll need for this project:…