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Tropical Delight 03

I finally found time to get back to this pillow project with instructions for the backing. Materials . . . Impeccable Dark Forest yarn4mm hook18x18 inch pillow form Pattern . . . R1 - work 59 FHDC stitches, turn, CH2R2 - work 59 HDC stitches, one in each stitch across the row, turn, CH2R3 - repeat R2, turn, CH3R4 - chain 3 counts as first DC, work a DC in second stitch and each stitch ... View Post

Pop Blanket

by Teri Hanson © March 2020 - for personal use only The combination of stitches used with the pop yarn created a lovely textured blanket. Beginner friendly, anyone would enjoy making this as a baby blanket, lapafghan, or blanket. With a two section repeat the blanket can be any size you desire by adding stitches to the foundation half double crochet and as many section repeats as you ... View Post

Take the Challenge!!

The Study of Texture Blanket from Yarnspirations You might look at this blanket and think .... no way I can do that but let me tell you YES you can! With step-by-step videos you will be stitching along like crazy. There is also a written tutorial available if you prefer reading patterns. I’ve added the first YouTube video below to get you started but take a look at my tips below before you ... View Post

Tiramisu Blanket

By Teri Hanson © March 2020 Easy Beginner Pattern Finished size: 47” by 66” Materials . . . 5 mm crochet hook4 Caron Big Cakes - Tiramisu1 Impeccable Yarn - True Grey Stitch guide . . . (US) CH - chainFHDC - foundation half double crochetHDC - half double crochetSC - single crochetDC - double crochet Pattern . . . Note that directions are given in “sections” then by ... View Post

Learn to Crochet Pt.1

Lesson One by Teri Hanson © Feb. 2020 There truly is nothing hard about learning to crochet! It's simply a matter of learning a few basics, learning the basic stitches and how to read a pattern. Once you master these, in small steps, you'll be creating lovely projects with ease. To start you only need a couple crochet hooks and a skein or two of yarn. Visit your local craft store for these ... View Post

Tropical Delight 02

Welcome back to the Tropical Delight project in the round for my Crafty Friday Crochet! I've decided that what we have been working on is perfect for a pillow top so that's what we will finish up this week. We will be adding the final four rows to the pillow front in this section. I'll also be making a lapghan to go with the pillow so feel free to join me with that project starting March ... View Post

Mandala Tweed Afghan

This is a great lightweight afghan to feature the Mandala Tweed Stripes yarn. I’ve used only a few stitches so it’s an easy project for a beginner. That said, I would suggest a practice square with the tweed yarn if you have never worked with it. It’s a thinner yarn and does tend to split or untwist. It’s best to get the feel of the yarn before beginning a larger project. Materials . . ... View Post

Tropical Delight 01

This beautiful square was created by Susan Stevens and first published by Herschners. From what I can tell it’s been out of print for some years now. I was unable to find a link to the written pattern anyplace but honestly - you can create the square by watching the step-by-step video below. https://youtu.be/h_zzefAmOsc Only time will tell what I’ll do with the first square and if I’ll ... View Post

Crochet Supplies

Here are links to some of my favorite crochet tools! Some I've not used yet but will get to them as the site grows. I'll update this post from time to time so be sure and check back now and then! CROCHET HOOK SET - ERGONOMIC SOFT HANDLES - this was the first set I purchased and it's still my fave. For beginners, buy a cheaper set like the one below to get started. After you get a bit of ... View Post

Foundation Half Double Crochet Stitch

Teri Hanson © Jan 2020 The FHDC - foundation half double crochet is a great way to begin projects that use the HDC - half double crochet stitch at the beginning. With this stitch you are actually working your beginning chain plus the first row of stitches all at once. https://youtu.be/fKN6IsSi7BY You may find the first few stitches a bit tricky but just keep going! Before you know it ... View Post

Chunky Crochet Blanket Free Pattern

Pattern by Teri Hanson © Jan 2020 If you are looking for a cozy, warm, quick and easy blanket .... look no further. It’s sure to become your favorite blanket to snuggle up with on a wintery night. With only three basic stitches used, a large size afghan can be worked up quickly. Don't you just love the look of the very bottom row in cream! Nice texture was created by simply ... View Post

Basic Crochet Stitches

One of the hardest parts of learning to crochet is learning and remembering all the different stitches you can do. One thing to remember is that all "fancy" stitches are simply a combination of the basic stitches. Hopefully these videos and written instructions will help you! Grab some yarn and a hook and spend some time learning or practicing these basic stitches. Have ... View Post