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Popsicle Amigurumi
Hello! I’m Mary from MarysYarnBasket! I’m here to help you beat the heat this summer with this cool, cute and cuddly popsicle pattern. You can also find the inexpensive pattern in a printable PDF version here. Supplies: Amour Crochet Hook 10mm- Art. No 1057 /NP Mini Patchworks Scissors – Art No. 493/CW Darning Needle – Art No. 3160 24mm safety eyes Poly-fill stuffing Bernat baby blanket yarn: Baby pink Coral blossom Buttercup Bernat blanket yarn: Sand Scrap of black (mouth) 2 scraps of white (blush) Abbreviations: (U.S. crochet terms) ch –…
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An Eternal Summer of Embroidery
Hello again! It’s Cheri from Tinkinstitches etsy designs and Tinkerellen Instagram land. I want to chat about my favorite thing: embroidery. There’s something I love about how well embroidery and summer go together. As soon as warm weather rolls around I pack a few pouches with projects I can bring along to the beach, swim lessons, park dates and even just to sit in the front yard on a quilt and chat with the neighbors. Embroidery is so versatile and portable because you need very little to start. Basically, a…
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Extra Credit: Fork Pins
Fork Pins By the Shibaguyz Pins are the ubiquitous tool of sewists, crafters, quilters, garment makers, crocheters, knitters… basically anyone who ever touches fabric will use pins, and use them often. Some pins tell you what they are designed for—like Silk Pins or Quilting Pins—others you must play with a while to find their best use. They all have their own unique characteristics that make them suitable for different uses.There is one type of pin that we keep close at hand as the secret weapon in matching up any seams.…
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Striped Summer Throw
Have you been waiting for summer to arrive? Hey Clover Family, it’s Danielle from sprinklesofzeal and I can finally say that summer is here! I’ve been patiently waiting for a beach day with my family and now the weather has agreed. This week, I will be showing you how to sew a striped summer throw that’s super easy and lightweight. Alright, let’s grab the supplies and get started! Supplies: Rainbow Fabric -3 yards Striped Fabric – 3 yards Teal Fabric -3 yards Clover Bordeaux Ultimate Shears Art No. 4942 Hold…
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Do’s & Don’ts: Crochet for Beginners
Hi Everyone! I’m Ashley, the designer and maker behind The Loopy Lamb. I’m so excited to be invited back to the Clover blog to talk about some do’s and don’ts of crochet for beginners. Let’s start with some of the Do’s: DO learn the standard abbreviations for crochet stitches and techniques Learning these things up-front sets a foundation for you to expand your skillset and assists in understanding written patterns. Check out the Craft Yarn Council Website for a full listing of the standard abbreviations used in crochet. DO learn…
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La Jolla Beach Bag Crochet Pattern by Sun Sand Stitch
La Jolla Beach Bag Crochet Pattern by Sun Sand Stitch Hi everyone! I’m Jess and I am the crochet designer and blogger behind Sun Sand Stitch. You may remember my Catalina Sunhat crochet pattern featured last summer. Now I’m back with another crochet pattern that is sure to be a staple this summer. As a designer, my favorite designs are ones that are simple, practical and feature a boho flair. This past year a big focus for myself as a crafter and designer is being a sustainable maker. I have switched…
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Sewing a Sunglasses Case
Summer is only a couple weeks away! As we get ever closer to fun in the sun, a little prep work is needed to make summer ’21 the best one yet! I have a feeling that most of us will want to have as much outside time as possible this year, and with that comes sun protection. Everyone knows sunscreen is a staple for your bag, but don’t forget about your shades! To help you remember to pack them, why not whip up a quick and easy case to store…
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Needle Threaders
Needle Threaders with instructor Steve Butler What is it? – Few sewing tools are more useful and necessary than hand sewing needles. Specific needle styles have evolved into virtually every genre of sewing specialty including general sewing, appliqué, embroidery, ribbon embroidery, quilting, upholstery, tapestry, basting, beading, darning, tailoring, etc. Additionally, and regardless of style, each needle is manufactured with great attention ensuring it is produced with a point that ensures precise fabric insertion, a flawlessly smooth shaft that pulls effortlessly through layers of fabric and a smooth eye that securely holds the…
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DIY Fabric Yo-Yo Earrings
Hello from Texas! Elizabeth here, and I am the DIY and Craft Blogger behind Country Peony. It is so much fun to create custom projects that fit your style and taste. I especially love to create fun DIYs for my home, and for my wardrobe. Today I want to show you a very simple and custom DIY earring that is also a great beginner project. Today I would like to bring you a DIY Fabric Yo-Yo Earring using Clover’s wonderful “Quick” Yo-Yo Maker. These earrings are the sweetest complement to…
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Narwhal Amigurumi
Hi everyone! I’m Julia from Little World of Whimsy, and I’m here to share a cute fluffy narwhal pattern with you just in time for beach season this summer. Jumbo velvet yarn has been all the rage lately, and being able to whip up a giant amigurumi in an hour or so is truly incredible. This pattern takes less than a skein of yarn of peach and white, and can be sized up and down if you don’t have velvet on hand. You can get the inexpensive, beautifully formatted,…