Surprise! I’ve been keeping this pattern a secret for a few months and i’m excited to finally release it into the world! The Clarissa Tee is a super easy and fun pattern. I have been wanting to make an off the shoulder style tee but still be able to be worn on both shoulders if desired!
The Clarissa Tee features a wide boat neck style neckline. I think it looks super cute paired with a lacy bralette underneath. It definitely gives me some retro vibes! I just need a side ponytail and some leggings to go with it now! haha! I tied it up with a little hair tie for some of the photos and just love the look of it!
This top has a mid length cut. If you are the type that likes longer style shirts then I definitely recommend adding some rows in before you start the neckline and shoulder shaping. I’m wearing the size small in photos and do not have any extra length added. Remember, you will need extra yarn if you add rows!
I have a full video tutorial for this top so be sure to check it out!
If you like this top then be sure to check out some of my other tops I have made!
When I got my hands on Lion Brand Merino Camel I knew immediately I wanted to make a matching beanie and fingerless mitt set. The super soft and fine yarn was perfect for the Midnight Dunes Set!
The colors reminded me of a nautical east coast chilly beach feel. I asked my followers on Instagram what they thought a good name would be and someone suggested The Midnight Dunes set! A really fitting name in my opinion!
This set is great for an advanced beginner. Maybe you already have the basics down and want to try out something a bit more challenging then scroll on down! You will be doing some color work and fun stitches.
I even made full VIDEO tutorials for both the beanie and the mitts! So if your still new to crocheting you can follow right along! You can find the beanie video here and the mitt video here!
I know i’m not the only one who likes the faux fur yarn, right? I know that the normal fur yarn can be super intimidating because it can be hard to see your stitches! Luckily, I have a solution for you! This yarn is called “off the hook” yarn which means you don’t need to use any hooks or needles! I designed a super easy tutorial to make a DIY Faux Fur Pillow for you!
You may be asking yourself, “How will we make something without a hook?!” Well, the answer is using our hands! The off the hook yarn has little loops all along the strand. You take these loops and pull another loop through to create your stitch.
I wanted to have a super easy tutorial so you guys could get a feel for it. I created the DIY Faux Fur Pillow tutorial! You can watch the full video where I walk you through making the pillow step by step!
Is it really that time again? The Countdown To Christmas Campaign with Lion Brand has begun and I’m so excited to once again be featured in it! This year I’m sharing the Streetlight Cardigan with you guys!
This cozy bomber style cardigan flew off my hook not even kidding. It was SO quick to make because I used a bulky weight yarn! I also wanted it to be beginner friendly so there isn’t really anything tricky in this design either. I designed it for sizes XS-5X but it’s also really easy to customize your length if you wanted to!
You might notice the Streetlight Cardigan is a little similar to the pattern I made last year for this campaign- The Cozy Boyfriend Cardigan. What can I say, I have a thing for grey I guess! haha.
The Moonstone Throw crochet pattern is heeeeere! This one was so much fun for me to make. I wanted something simple that was easy enough for a beginner but also wasn’t toooo simple that it would be boring.
Each different color uses the same stitch throughout the blanket. And the blanket is actually only 4 big repeats of the same section! If you like to always have a big project to work on in your WIP rotation then you definitely have to start the Moonstone Throw.
Have you used Lion Brand Pound Of Love before? If not, you have got to give it a shot! This yarn is perfect for blankets in my opinion. It comes in a HUGE skein…a whole pound! It’s also super affordable for all of that yarn. Only $11.69 for an entire 1,020 yards. That is craaaaazy! Also, it has so many cute color options!!
You guys know that I’m blanket obsessed. Here are a couple other free blanket patterns- The Hello Sunshine Afghan and The Draped In Dogs Afghan.
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The Moonstone Throw crochet pattern is a fun beginner blanket with an easy color and stitch repeat. The stripes are modern and fit with any home decor.
I really can’t get enough of Lion Brand Truboo yarn. After making my Sweetpea Top with it, I knew I had to use it again! Since I had already used it before I knew whatever I was making would be super silky and drape perfectly. The Saltwater Taffy Tee was so fun to make!
I wanted to change things up a bit with the construction of this top so I decided to work the pattern vertically from side to side instead of bottom up! Have you ever made a crochet top this way before? I love the vertical striping of the stitches, I think it’s so slimming and works well on all body types!
The Saltwater Taffy Tee also uses 3 different colors of yarn. There are so many different color combos you could use that would turn out so cute! If you purchase the kit from Lionbrand.com you can pick any color you want and customize your own top!
I wanted a short sleeve cardigan to throw on in the morning when I got up. You know those hot summer days where the AC is blasting non stop so when you wake up first thing its freezing cold in the house?! That’s what the Sunday Morning Cardigan is for! I like to keep it by my bed and put it on while i’m making coffee and getting ready for the day.
I think The Sunday Morning Cardigan would be SO cute over a little sundress. Maybe somebody will decide to take some photos wearing it? 😉 Make sure you tag me on Instagram so I can share your work!
I used Lion Brand Cobblestone yarn for the very first time for the Sunday Morning Cardigan. This yarn was amazing to work with. It’s soft and squishy with just a little bit of bounce when worked up! I love how quickly this cardigan worked up with the worsted weight yarn.
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The Sunday Morning Cardigan is available as a kit through Lionbrand.com! It includes all the yarn needed to make the cardigan + the PDF digital download of the pattern.
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The Sunday Morning Cardigan is available as a low cost ad-free PDF digital download in my Etsy shop!
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The Sunday Morning Cardigan is available as a low cost ad-free PDF digital download in my Ravelry shop!
Description: The Sunday Morning Cardigan is perfect to throw on first thing in the morning while it’s still chilly. It’s beginner friendly with no shaping at all! The stitch repeat is easy and fun for a quick make.
The Hello Sunshine Afghan is finally here! I wanted this blanket to have old school retro vibes to it. I was super excited to find the exact colors I wanted in the Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling yarn. There are so many different color combinations you can go with though so i’m excited to see crocheters make this pattern there own!
I think some purples would be so pretty in this pattern. Maybe even light pastel colors as a baby blanket!
I’m a big fan of using C2C to work up different graphs. I have multiple blanket patterns available free on my blog as well as for purchase! A couple favorites are- Covered In Cats and Draped In Dogs!
Oh sweet summer! Summer is my favorite season, what about you? I love the long lazy days, the sunshine and warmth, playing outside with my girls, hiking, swimming and the pretty sunsets! The Sweet Summer Tee is a must-make for the warmer months.
It’s slightly oversized for a comfy fit that flatters all body types. You can easily add or take away rows for a longer or shorter fit. It’s also perfect for beginners because there is minimal shaping and seaming.
I used Lion Brand Coboo for this top. It’s one of my absolute favorite yarns for garments. I used it for my Happy At Home Hoodie and my Bobble Crop Top!
Are you a plant lady? I like to think I am. I admit sometimes I can’t keep all of my plants and succulents happy and alive but I try my hardest! The Plant Lady Tote is perfect for anyone who loves plants and succulents! I hope you love it as much as I do!
The Plant Lady Tote is made with Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn. This is my favorite yarn to use to make sturdy bags and home decor. Not to mention it has so many gorgeous color options! Most recently, I used it for my Magical Market Tote.
If you haven’t tried tapestry crochet or any type of color-work before I definitely recommend checking out some tutorials and make a practice swatch! It can be a bit cumbersome switching back and fourth between colors at first. But with a little bit of practice you’ll be a pro in no time! Check out the recommended tutorials below before you get started.
