I’m super excited to be bringing you guys the new and improved Coffeeshop Cardigan! This pattern was one of my very first designs and was always a huge hit + top seller. It definitely needed a little face lift and some larger sizes added to it. It’s crazy how much you learn as a designer in just a couple of short years!
I’ve added more sizes to the design so now it goes from XS all the way to 5X! I also updated the construction of this sweater so there is a lot less seaming and sewing pieces together. Now, there is only 2 small sections up the side to seam. YAY! The sleeves have NO seaming!
The Coffeeshop Cardigan was inspired by all things cozy. It’s the perfect housecoat to throw on over leggings and an oversized tee. The homespun yarn gives it the perfect amount of rustic handmade feel. The pattern uses half double crochet throughout for easy stitching.
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This pattern is available as a kit from the Lion Brand website. It includes the printed ad-free PDF + all the yarn needed to make the sweater. Purchase it here! It is currently 40% off with code JAN40 (as of 1/17/20)
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You can find all the info for this pattern + the ad-free printable PDF pattern on Ravelry, here!
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You can find the ad-free printable PDF in my Etsy shop, HERE!
Materials:
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Bulky Yarn (5) Lion Brand Homespun. 5(5,6,6,6,7,7,8,8) skeins. 875(910,970,1050,1100,1180,1250,1325,1400) Yards needed.
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6.5mm Crochet Hook
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Yarn Needle
Valentine’s Day is on it’s way so I thought I would put together a fun round up of free crochet patterns and tutorials! I don’t normally go all out with V-Day decorations but every single one of these patterns is making me want to pull out my pink yarn and get to hookin’!
To start us off I found this SUPER adorable Fuzzy Love Monster from Spin A Yarn Crochet. I really want to make one of these for each of the girls to give them on Valentine’s Day morning!
Unicorns are a big craze right now with little girls, don’t you agree? I’m sure most people know somebody who is a unicorn lover! My girls inspired me to create the ultimate unicorn blanket and I’m so happy I did.
The Unicorn Dreams Afghan was a blast to make and actually works up pretty quickly for a blanket. The bulky yarn makes it extra squishy and soft. I held the Terryspun yarn double stranded for the unicorn. This is something you will want to do as well! It’s not thick enough on it’s own so be sure to hold 2 strands of yarn at the same time.
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This blanket is available as a kit from Lionbrand.com. It comes with all the yarn required to make it + the printed PDF that includes written row by row instructions. It is currently 40% off with code “DEC40” at checkout. Be sure to grab it now at such a good price!
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You can purchase the ad-free PDF with row by row instructions from my Ravelry shop. (don’t forget to save it to your queue!)
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You can purchase the ad-free PDF with row by row instructions from my Etsy shop.
Description: Are you ready for the ultimate c2c unicorn blanket? It uses double stranded terryspun in the most perfect array of colors for the unicorn. The bulky yarn works up quick and the unicorn lover in your life will be snuggling under it in no time!
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Color Made Easy (5) bulky yarn in “birch”. 5 skeins or 1200 yards needed
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Terryspun (5) bulky yarn in “cotton candy”. 4 cakes or 1250 yards needed. Strands are held double.
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(K)6.5mm crochet hook
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Yarn needle
It’s finally heeeeerrrreee!! I’m so excited to bring you guys The Draped In Dogs Afghan! Many of you will recognize it’s counterpart- The Covered In Cats Afghan. Both are available for free here! It’s been a fun competition of cats vs. dogs. 🙂 This is the same construction as my cat blanket using corner 2 corner crochet. I have some resources available to you below if you are new to c2c. Please check them out for all the things you need to know to be successful with corner 2 corner!
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This blanket is available as a kit through Lion Brand. Get it here! It is currently 45% off with code “DEC45” at checkout. That is a reallllly good deal for a project this large. You get all of the yarn required + the printed pdf pattern (includes written instructions) for almost half off! Grab it before the deal is over!
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Get the printable ad-free PDF with written instructions here from Etsy.
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Get the printable ad-free PDF with written instructions here from Ravelry. (and save to your queue!)
Materials:
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Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling worsted weight (4) yarn. 11 Ecru (1,935 yards), 5 skeins Taupe Heather (900 yards)
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5.00mm (H) Crochet Hook
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Yarn Needle
Have you ever tried a mandala yarn before? I’m sure the answer to that question is probably a yes, right? 😉 Well, when I saw the Mandala Tweed Stripes from Lion Brand I knew I had to check it out. I don’t normally gravitate towards striping yarns but something about these colors were calling to me. I’m a sucker for tweed! Somebody mentioned in my Instagram comments that the colors remind them of strata layers and I have to say, I definitely agree! The Strata Beanie pattern is fun and quick to make.
I incorporated some surface stitching which I think gives it the perfect finishing touch. Plus there are so many different colors you can use for different holidays! Red and green for a christmas beanie, white and pink for Valentines day, or maybe even make it in your school colors! I think it would be great in your team’s colors too!
Shop the ad-free PDF digital download in my shops on Etsy and Ravelry.
Description: This Strata Beanie Pattern is worked from the bottom up. The brim incorporates slip stitching for the perfect amount of stretch. The surface stitches add just enough detail for a fun and unique look. It’s also super easy to adjust length for your desired fit.
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Worsted Weight (4) yarn. Lion Brand Mandala Tweed stripes “Knock On Wood”. 190(200,215) yards
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5.5mm Crochet Hook
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Yarn Needle
This Fab Faux Crochet Scarf was super fun to make! I wanted something warm and cozy to go around my neck and give it almost a cowl feel when its wrapped! I made this scarf in only a couple of nights, so you can definitely knock some out for holiday gifts quickly!
The main portion of the scarf uses the moss stitch. It gives it some gorgeous texture and is very simple to do! If you’ve never used “Go For Faux” before this scarf is a great beginner project for it. You are doing short rows of double crochet with it so it’s pretty easy to count your stitches.
Would you rather try out this scarf in knit? Well, good news! I have a free knit version available as well HERE!
—This pattern is also available as an ad-free PDF download in my Etsy shop HERE
—Heart it and add it to your Ravelry queue HERE.
*** This pattern is also available as a kit through Lion Brand HERE! It has all the yarn you need plus a printed copy of the pattern. Its currently 35% off with code “35KITS” at checkout. Thats an amazing deal and I definitely recommend snagging one!
You guys. I designed my first knit pattern! I tried to teach myself how to knit years ago but never got the hang of it. I tucked my needles away and decided to try crochet instead which I immediately fell in love with. Well recently I’ve been working on knit projects and I think I’ve finally got it down!
This pattern is verrrrrry beginner friendly. No increasing. No decreasing. No shaping. No seaming. You literally knit the entire thing. You do need to know how to switch yarns and needles but it is easy peasy! I’m so excited to introduce to you guys the Fab Faux Knit Scarf!
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Not a knitter and don’t want to learn? No worries! I have a free crochet version available as well HERE!
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The ad-free PDF Digital Download is available on both Etsy HERE and Ravelry HERE.
**This pattern is available as a kit through Lion Brand! It comes with all the yarn needed to make the scarf plus a printed copy of the pattern. Buy it HERE. It’s currently 35% off which is an amazing deal! Use code “35KITS” at checkout.
Description: This cozy scarf mixes two different yarns to create a chic everyday accessory. The scarf is worked up in garter stitch to create a fun texture. It’s the perfect accessory for a first time knitter!
Materials:
• Bulky (5) weight yarn. Lion Bran Color Made Easy– 1 Skein (150 yards)
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Super Bulky (6) weight yarn. Lion Brand Go For Faux- 1 Skein (62 yards)
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US 13 (9.00mm) knitting needles
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US10.5 (6.5mm) knitting needles
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Yarn Needle
Have you ever tried Landscapes yarn by Lion Brand? I remember buying some a few years ago to make a hat but never designed anything on a bigger scale with it. I’m so excited to finally share the Skyscape Shrug with you all! Its very simple. If you can make a rectangle then you can make this sweater! It’s the perfect project to work on while binging your favorite show on Netflix because you repeat the same few rows over and over! It is also super easy to customize. You can make it longer by starting with more foundation single crochet stitches. If you want a shorter wingspan, just take out a row repeat!
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You can find the kit to make this shrug HERE! It includes all the yarn you need (in 5 different color options) plus the ad-free printed PDF pattern!
You can find the ad-free printable PDF pattern HERE on Etsy or HERE on Ravelry.
Description: This cardigan was inspired by the beautiful striped serape style blankets. It’s constructed in one large rectangle with a fun group of repeats. It’s perfect for beginners and works up quickly.
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Worsted Weight (4) yarn. Lion Brand Landscapes. Amount needed- 6(6,6,6,7,7,7,8,8) Skeins. 775(800,835,875,925,950,1015,1090,1110) Yards.
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6.00mm (J) crochet hook
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Yarn Needle
Sizes: XS(S,M,L,XL,2X,3X,4X 5X)
It’s November! That means we get to post alllll the holiday designs right?! These bad boys can be wipped up within 10 minutes and are so dang cute! I think they would be perfect for holiday craft markets. I have visions of seeing them all hung on a mini tree displayed on craft tables! 🙂 A lot of people also brought up the idea of making a ton of them and stringing them up on a garland! I think thats what I’ll end up doing with mine. Just have to work up a few more! I hope you guys love this quick pattern!
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Materials:
- Bulky Yarn (5) I used Color Made Easy (scrap amount)
- Super Bulky (6) Fur yarn. I used Go For Faux. (scrap amount)
- 6.00mm Crochet Hook
- Yarn Needle
- String/twine to hang ornament
