Wednesday, May 31, 2017

Knit a Picture Perfect Baby Blanket Noah's Ark Afghan Knitting Pattern

Noah's Ark Afghan Knitting Pattern

Noah's Ark Afghan Knitting Pattern
Plymouth Yarn Encore yarnKnit a picture-perfect afghan for a new baby! The Noah's Ark Knitting Pattern Afghan is a unique one-of-a-kind pattern to knit.  This cherished children's Bible story is brought to life when you knit this beautiful afghan. Use worsted weight yarn when knitting this pattern and U.S. size 5/3.75 straight and 2 double-point needles and U.S. size 9/5.25mm circular needle. Finished size is 34" L x 30" W.  Upon finishing the afghan wash carefully with a mild baby detergent to soften. 

This pattern can be downloaded and printed for immediate use.


Noah's Ark Knit Afghan Pattern for Baby

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Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Crochet Pattern for an Open Poncho Cover-Up


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This beautiful cover-up is the perfect item for summer. Whether you are heading for the beach or a out to dinner. Throw it over a bathing suit, shorts or a dress when going outdoors to stay warm and cover up. 
This beauty is the perfect summer throw-on whether you're headed to the water or just out and about. The gorgeous lace pattern will keep you breezy and cool. The Open Poncho Cover-Up Pattern is designed using Lace Weight Sparkle Yarn. 

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Crochet Shell Stitch Patterns Learn the Many Different Ways to Crochet a Shell Pattern

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Learn how to crochet a shell stitch pattern

A simple crochet shell stitch is an easy and beautiful pattern to create for afghans, scarves, sweaters, baby blankets and more!  The shell stitch is easy to do for those who know how to follow a basic crochet pattern. The shell stitch is one of the easiest and most decorative patterns to learn and master. The shell stitch consists of the chain stitch, single and double crochets. Once you have learned the shell stitch you will be able to create all sorts of beautiful items. 
The shell stitch is one of the best stitches for changing and alternating colors in a pattern. It's easy to choose bright contrasting colors for your project or daring shades of the same color. Plus you can easily use any type of yarn you want to crochet with the shell stitch from worsted weight yarn to baby yarn.  Below are a few of our helpful guides and patterns to get you started crocheting the shell stitch and making your own beautiful afghan and other items with the Crochet Shell Stitch!

Basic Shell Stitch Pattern
Shell Stitch Pattern. Make the chain of foundation, and three extra chains to turn.
Row 1. Turn, work 4 D.C. in the 4th ch., * skip 2 ch., 1 S.C. in next ch., skip 2 ch., 5 D.C. in next ch. Re­peat from *, and end with 1 S.C.
Row 2. Ch. 3, and turn. Work 4 D.C. into S.C. * 1 S.C. into 3rd D.C. of previ­ous row, 5 D.C. into S.C. of previous row. Repeat from * across row.
Repeat Row 2 throughout.

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Shell Stitch
Three or more sts with or without ch worked in same place that form a fan-look pattern. Example shown in video clip: (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in same st.



One of our favorite crochet books on shell patterns is the 280 Crochet Shell Patterns. You can create beautiful shell stitches in many different versions with this book and easily create your own designs.  Plus, it's useful for both beginners and experienced crocheters.  So many new stitches to choose from when creating a new project.











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Sunday, May 28, 2017

How to Get 3 Months FREE of the Green Kid Crafts Summer Science Series




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Tuesday, May 23, 2017

Learn How to Machine Embroider Pillowcases, Kitchen Towels and More Free Class



Even if you are new to embroidery this machine embroidery class will provide you with the expert instructions and embroidery designs along with helpful tips and techniques to get you started. From perfectly centering your designs on pillowcases to hoop and stabilizing matching towels with easy you will find lots of wonderful things about machine embroidery in this class.
Get to know your embroidery machine as you create easy embroidering pillowcases, kitchen towels and even high-pile bath towels!  Start by deconstructing a pillowcase to make room for hooping a pretty redwork rose, and discover Yvonne’s favorite stabilization strategies, including wash-away stabilizer, spray adhesive and basting. Work with a woven kitchen towel and select thread colors that showcase texture in a lovely filled leaf design. Then, conquer a high-pile bath towel with a tulle topper trick that will help you highlight a stunning shell design. Plus, get the exclusive embroidery files featured during class for FREE, sized to fit both 4" x 4" and larger hoops.
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Free Pattern Crochet a Classic Chevron Afghan


The Chevron Afghan is one of those patterns that is classic and timeless and looks good in any color. Sometimes called the Ripple afghan pattern it's a timeless classic pattern. 
This free pattern is a twist on an all time classic by alternating black, white, and grey yarns in an uneven pattern and still making it look gook.  Of course you can easily use any yarn colors you prefer to make this afghan and crochet the Chevron pattern 
Take a look at the free pattern or check out some of the other Chevron afghan patterns available below.  Materials...
    • 5 skeins Black (A)
    • 3 skeins Charcoal Grey (B)
    • 2 skeins White (C)
    • skeins Light Grey (D)
  • US Size J-10 (6 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge


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Monday, May 22, 2017

Learn How to Crochet Easy Mile-A-Minute Baby Afghans

Learn How to Crochet Easy Mile-A-Minute Baby Afghans

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When crocheting a quick gift for a baby shower or as a gift it can be a challenge to find just the right pattern to crochet that will create a beautiful baby blanket.  One of our all time favorite afghans to crochet for a new baby is the mile-a-minute afghan pattern because it is quick and easy to crochet while creating a stunning afghan!  That is because the mile-a-minute afghan is a repetitive pattern that you can finish fast.  In the Book Learn to Make Mile-a-Minute Crochet Baby Afghans they provide a tutorial and sample projects that explain how to create these type of afghans.  There are 6 projects in all provided in the book.

  What these baby afghans all have in common is that they are crocheted in narrow panels, either in short rows or around a long beginning chain; then a border is added and the strips are joined. They are crocheted using light or medium weight yarns, designs include Lemon Drop, Pineapple Parade, and Wavy Strips, all by Anne Halliday; Miles of Shells by Carole Prior; Easter Mile-A-Minute by Jennine DeMoss; and Daisies for Baby by Terry Kimbrough.





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Friday, May 19, 2017

Quick and Easy Springtime Promises Quilt Pattern to Download

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No matter what time of year it is a quilt is a sign of comfort to use inside and outdoors! A bright colorful quilt pattern that can be made quickly and easily is one our favorites to snuggle up with the kids watching a movie or outdoors by the firepit. 
The entire quilt can easily be made using your favorite fabric 
It's made with half-square triangles and is the perfect quilt for using up your scrap fabrics or picking any colors you want to make this quilt anytime of the year!

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Tuesday, May 9, 2017

Patriotic Party Decorations and Craft Ideas for Memorial Day and The 4th of July

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Summer BBQ's and Celebrations is a special time to have outdoor parties and invite friends and family over to enjoy your patio and garden.  Patriotic outdoor celebrations are a great way to enjoy the summer season and with decorations and craft ideas from the Dollar Tree you can easily create a beautiful patriotic party for your guests to enjoy!  There are so many different and easy ways to decorate your home plus make fun and simple crafts using Dollar Tree items, Here are just a few ideas below to get you started..and remember you can order Dollar Tree products online and pick them up in your store for free or have them shipped directly to your home.  
You can easily decorate your home with these fun ideas and get the supplies you need from plates, napkins, balloons, hats, flags and more to use for your outdoor or indoor patriotic celebration! The dollar store is an affordable and one of the best ways to throw a party or create fun and unique crafts.
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