The latest on crochet, yarn, and the many places in between.
Hello again! Thanks for returning to check out part 2 of my mystery yarn bag adventure. If you have not yet checked out part 1 or need a refresher, you can find it here: Yarnspirations 1 Pound Mystery Bag (Part 1)
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This year has been jam packed with new experiences and self discovery, not to mention really diving into my favourite hobby and creating a space to connect and share with other makers.
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On Boxing Day, I was browsing around for some deals on all things crafty and found an intriguing idea of a “mystery yarn bag”. I know I’m a little late to the game for this one but I’m not normally a risk taker so I never gave much research into what these bags entail, as you don’t know what you will receive. I thought it would be fun to take a leap and perhaps make it a challenge for myself to see what creations I can make with the yarn I’d be given.
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Today I’d like to share with you the Bobble Row Cowl. A free crochet pattern that uses only two stitches: bobbles and herringbone half double crochet. If you are not familiar with those stitches, I have included a quick written tutorial to guide you along. I used Red Heart Super Saver Ombre for this cowl and it took approximately 3/4 of the skein. The pattern is very flexible should you want to make it a little long or shorter for your personal preference.
Let’s jump in!
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The holidays are in full swing and officially here. To help you with your gift giving ideas, I’ve compiled 10 free crochet patterns to inspire you in your holiday creations. Perhaps you’re looking for a present to give a teacher, neighbour or co-worker. Or maybe a special friend or family member who would love and appreciate a handmade item. There are lots of creative and fun ideas to share so let’s begin:
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You’ll be hard pressed to find a crocheter or knitter who hasn’t asked “what can I do with all these leftover pieces of yarn?” It seems wasteful and not environmentally friendly to toss them in the garbage but, often there isn’t enough leftover to fully use in other projects. So, what can we do?
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Tassels are a great way to add some embellishment and fun to your projects. Add them to the corners of your pillows and blankets, use them in ornaments or on bags or attach them to garments like scarves and shawls to add a bit of whimsy. Tassels also look great as garland accents or simply as cute little pieces of décor. You can make them from pretty much any weight or fiber of yarn or use embroidery thread for a more dainty appearance. This tutorial will give you step by step written and photo instructions on how to create tassels for your own projects.
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If you saw my previous post reviewing Caron x Pantone yarn, you will remember that I promised a small tutorial on how to prepare the braid of yarn before use. I’ve seen a lot of people asking questions about how to untwist each section and a few people feeling too intimidated to buy it. I hope this write up will be useful and helpful and by the end, you’ll feel comfortable and confident to give this wonderful yarn a try. Below you’ll find a written and photo walk though on how to prepare you Caron x Pantone yarn for use.
Continue readingDo you project plan? I personally thrive best when I have lists to check off and can visually see what tasks I need to complete. Back in high school, my agenda and textbooks were all filled with sticky tabs and post it notes filled with little scribbles of things to remember. It might have looked a little crazy to other people but it helped me keep on track and feel like I was in control of all the things that needed completing.
Continue readingHello, hello! I’m writing the first blog entry for sweetbeecrochet.com and I’m so happy you’re here! It’s a pretty big (but fun) step in reaching out and sharing my creativity with such a wonderful and vibrant crafting community. I’ve worked to build this site to be structured for easy reading and provide resources so we can share this fun creative journey together.
You’ll find links to my blog, Instagram feed, Facebook page, Ravelry patterns as well as other upcoming features like connections with other makers to provide free pattern round ups and helpful tips and ideas. See something you like that you want to save for later on your Pinterest account? Don’t worry! I’ve got you covered for that too. Simply click on the Pinterest icon to save whatever you are interested in, to the board of your choosing. Easy peasy!
My main goal with Sweet Bee Crochet is to provide free patterns and ideas for crocheters on the go. Projects and patterns that take either one skein or one hour to make. Projects that are portable and easy to work on during a lunch break, waiting for the bus, a park bench, or simply if you have a few extra minutes in your day.
So please take a few minutes to peak around. I hope you find something you like and keep checking back because I’ll be adding new items and content soon. Any questions, comments or simply want to say hello? Click on the contact link in the main menu for the various ways you can reach out. I’d love to hear from you!
Keep on crafting!
Sweet Bee Crochet