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Giant Kimbap
Hey everyone, it’s Amy from curiouspapaya. I’m excited to share a favorite Korean childhood snack of mine – kimbap! Kimbap is made of two different words in Korean – Kim– seaweed, and bap – rice. Some people might think kimbap is a type of sushi but they’re actually different. They may look similar but they actually originate from different countries. The way the rice is prepared is also different – kimbap rice is mixed with sesame oil and a touch of white sugar whereas sushi rice is prepared with rice…
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Extra Credit: No-Hassle Triangle Gauge
No-Hassle Triangle Gauge Komorebi Table Protector By the Shibaguyz Komorebi: Translation – Japanese: Sunlight filtering through the leaves of a tree. Sitting outside during summer on our patio is a special pleasure that we never take for granted. One of the things we love most about it is that, as the sun starts its descent into night, we get the most beautiful scattering of light and shade through the trees of the backyard. The Japanese have a word for this—Komorebi, which although technically untranslatable into English, is roughly thought of…
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Sea Waves Tee KAL Week 2
Welcome to week two of the Sea Waves KAL! Last week we started this pattern by completing the swatch, casting on and finishing the bustline shaping. If you haven’t started yet don’t worry, just head over to week one to catch up! This week we will be starting the neckline increases. This week might look really long, but don’t worry, it’s not! The neckline increase for all sizes in separate. Therefore, you just need to find you’re size and follow that section of the pattern. Don’t forget to enter the…
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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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DIY Canvas Tote Bag
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No-Hassle Triangle Gauge
No Hassles Triangle Gauge with instructor Steve Butler What is it? – We’ve all been there, right? We’re in our favorite quilt shop and as usual, we see some amazing quilts. Flying Geese, Drunkard’s Path, School House, Log Cabin, Dresden Plate, Double Wedding Ring, Bear Paw, Half Square, Mariner’s Compass, it goes on and on. Talk about inspiration! Or maybe you’ve envisioned something original. In either case we’ve been bitten by the creative bug. An hour later we’re on the way home with the most gorgeous fabric that was ever made. Within minutes of arriving we’ve cleaned off…
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Lilac Wall Hanging
Hi there, Erin from CraftsEverywhere here to show you how to make this adorable wall hanging! It’s a fun way to add a little texture and color to any room in your house.
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Chonky Purr-maid Plush Pattern
Hello friends! I’m Sarah, the crochet designer behind Fanatical Fibers. It is an absolute honor to share my new pattern with you on the Clover blog: The Chonky Purrmaid Plush! This amigurumi plush combines best of both worlds (cats and mermaids) in a way that is super cuddly and squishable. Materials: 187g / 136.4 yards Super Bulky Yarn for the tail (I used Bernat Baby Blanket Sparkle in color “Planetary Purple Sparkle”) 187g / 136.4 yards Super Bulky yarn for the body/torso (I used Bernat Blanket in color “Orange Leaf”)…
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Sea Waves Tee KAL Week 1!
Welcome to week one of the Sea Waves KAL! For the next five weeks we will be making the Sea Waves Tee. I’m beyond excited about this pattern and can’t wait to share it with you! The Sea Waves Tee is available in sizes XS-5XL, includes optional bustline shaping and instructions to customize the length. You also have the option to complete the lace as an applied boarder or a separate piece which is sewn onto the bottom of the make. Therefore, you can make this pattern fit you perfectly!…
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Garden Party Bag
Created by Kathy’s Crochet Closet www.kathyscrochetcloset.etsy.com Hello! This is Kathy Olivarez, the designer behind Kathy’s Crochet Closet. I am so happy to be back on the Clover Blog today with a new crochet design: the Garden Party Bag! Whether they are vintage style or boho style, bags with wooden handles are new again! I have noticed lots of retro handbags this season and I was inspired to create a modern take on a vintage look with the Garden Party Bag. It’s the perfect bag for a special summer event or…