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How to Hold Your Crochet Hook for Beginners

If you're new to crochet then one of the first things you need to learn is how to hold your crochet hook. My latest blog post will take you through two common ways to hold your crochet hook and one super secret way that you probably haven't heard of!

If you’re new to crochet then one of the first things you need to learn is how to hold your crochet hook. In this article I’ll take you through two common ways to hold your crochet hook and one super secret way that you probably haven’t heard of. When you’re first learning to crochet you’ll either be teaching yourself from books; blog articles like this one; YouTube videos; a trusted friend or…

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Puff Flower Crochet Pattern

Free Puff Flower Crochet Pattern - learn how to easily create puff flowers and how to join them together with this free crochet pattern.

Free and Easy Puff Flower Crochet Pattern Tutorial. Puff flowers are easier to create than they look! They look absolutely fabulous when worked up into a blanket but are versatile enough that you can use them to create almost anything! In this tutorial, I will walk you through the step-by-step process of creating beautiful puff flowers that will add a touch of whimsy to your projects. From…

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Crochet Christmas Baubles Pattern

New Pattern Alert! When it comes to adding a personal touch to your holiday decor, nothing beats handmade ornaments. And what better way to express your creativity than by crocheting your own Christmas baubles? The FREE pattern is available on my blog

Easy Crochet Christmas Tree Ornament Pattern: Adding a Touch of Handmade Warmth to Your Holiday Decor When it comes to adding a personal touch to your holiday decor, nothing beats handmade ornaments. And what better way to express your creativity than by crocheting your own Christmas baubles? In this blog post, you will find an easy-to-make crochet pattern for Christmas tree decorations that…

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Granny Square Christmas Stocking Pattern

NEW PATTERN ALERT! Are you tired of the typical Christmas stockings? Get funky this holiday season with this mini granny square Christmas stocking pattern! From traditional colours to vibrant rainbows, you can mix and match to your heart's desire.

If you want to add a fun twist to the traditional festive stocking then my mini granny square Christmas stocking pattern might be for you! The holiday season is a perfect time to show off your creativity and add some playful charm into your home decor. One trend that is gaining popularity is the use of a granny square Christmas stocking. There are lots of granny square stockings out there that…

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Easy Dotty Mini Granny Square Pattern

Do you love granny squares? Looking for a cute yet easy project to dive into? Look no further! My mini granny square pattern is perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters alike. In this blog post, I will guide you through the steps of creating these adorable little squares, showcasing their versatility and endless possibilities. Why Choose the Mini Granny Square Pattern? Granny squares are…

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How to Spot AI-Generated Photos of Crochet

…and Why You Might Not Want to Click on Them Unless you’ve been living under a rock I’m sure you’ve heard of artificial intelligence, or AI for short, and even if you haven’t you’ve probably come into contact with it (for example the help chat bots used by many companies). In this digital age, technology advancements have paved the way for a multitude of creative possibilities! One of which is…

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Double Crochet Flat Join

Double Crochet Flat Join for Granny Squares One of the most popular techniques for joining granny squares is the double crochet flat join. This method creates a seamless and sturdy join, while keeping your work nice and flat. When using a contrasting colour for the join, it creates a pretty arrow effect that can become a decorative feature of your project. In this tutorial, I will guide you…

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Summer Crochet Project Ideas

From summer crochet top patterns to summer throws, beach bags and even amigurumi for the children, you’ll find some of the best summer crochet project ideas in this collection of 30+ free crochet patterns for summer. Before we begin I’d like to thank you for visiting Gorgeous Crafts a site dedicated to helping you become a crochet superstar! More free patterns are on the way! Sign up for my…

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Summer Cushion Crochet Pattern

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Christmas Star Pattern

If you’ve been following me on Instagram or TikTok you’ll have seen me making crochet stars as a form of comfort crochet as I had a cold. If you missed it you can see it on Instagram here (ker-riiinge) At the time of writing this there are three weeks to go until Christmas and of course Christmas stars are everywhere! How to use your crochet star I’m intending to decorate my presents with a…

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12 Christmas Crochet Patterns

12 Christmas Tree Decoration Crochet Patterns - If you're looking for new decorations then you'll love this round up of the cutest crochet patterns!

I love the holidays and all the festivities that surround this time of year.  As a crocheter having Christmas crochet patterns at your fingertips is a must have! Decorating the tree Decorating the tree is a family event with everyone helping out by carefully placing the ornaments to fill the gaps but without placing decorations of the same colour too close together…. oh, is that just me?…

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Alpine Christmas Stocking Crochet Pattern

Alpine Christmas Stocking Crochet Pattern

There’s something special about seeing a Christmas stocking hanging up on Christmas eve.  It brings back all kinds of nostalgia from my childhood, of the excitement that Santa will soon be there. Christmas Traditions Christmas is a big family affair in my household.  It doesn’t matter whether it is the whole clan together, parents, brother, sister and their families; or just me and my son…

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Corn Crochet Pattern

There’s a song called the Corn Song that is blowing up on Tik Tok and Instagram right now so of course I had to come up with a corn crochet pattern for you all! Since micro crochet has been taking my interest recently I designed a pair of corn earrings! They’re quirky and cute and make great fall accessories.  If it’s an amigurami toy you’re after you could always use bigger yarn and hooks for a…

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Scrapbook Layout Santa Baby

Scrapbook Layout Santa Baby

Here is a perfect scrapbook layout for baby’s first Christmas. Years ago I bought a copy of a scrapbook magazine (which is now no longer published) and fell in love with their cover layout, ‘Bloom’. It was really pretty with spring colours and it inspired me to scraplift the look and recreate it with a Christmas theme for my nephew’s first Christmas. The photo was probably the best one of my…

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Easy Mug Cozy Pattern

Easy Mug Cozy Pattern - makes an ideal Mother's Day gift. Create something special for that special someone.

Spring is just around the corner and here in the UK that also means Mother’s day will soon be upon us! With that in mind I designed this easy mug cozy pattern that you can quickly whip up to use as a gift for your mum or gran or any other special person. The Daffodil I’ve decorated the mug cozy with a daffodil using the free pattern I designed as part of my Marie Curie (UK) Crochet Every Day…

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Why You Need Stitch Swatches for Your Projects

Why You Need Stitch Swatches for Your Projects

Lets talk about crochet stitch swatches & why you need to create them for your projects. Do you sometimes hesitate to try a pattern because you’re unfamiliar with the crochet stitch being used? I know I did! You know how it goes… you like the look of the pattern and you REALLY want to create that beautiful item but that crochet stitch…(sucks air through teeth)… it looks sooo complicated! What if…

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Crafting for Charity - Daffodil Pattern

Crafting for Charity - FREE Daffodil Pattern

I love crafting for charity so this March I signed up to the Marie Curie Crochet Every Day challenge to raise money for their Great Daffodil Appeal.   It’s called the daffodil appeal because the Marie Curie logo includes a daff. How could I complete a challenge for a cause like that without crocheting a few daffodils!  I’ve whipped up this easy free pattern for a cute little daffodil.  I’ll be…