Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Use up Your Scrap Yarn and Crochet this Free Pattern for the Southwestern Rainbow Throw

Use up Your Scrap Yarn and Crochet this Free Pattern for the Southwestern Rainbow Throw



Red Heart Southwestern Rainbow Throw

The Southwestern Throw is the Perfect Crochet Pattern for using up scrap yarn or just adding your favorite colors to an afghan.  Either way it's a colorful and creative pattern to make any time of the year!
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Create texture and add color to any room of your home with this beautiful Southwestern afghan. You can use up existing yarn in your stash or check out the recommended 
Red Heart Super Saver Yarn Colors for the Free Pattern 
Crochet Hook Size 5.5 mm US Size I-9
Skill Level - Easy
Varied Textured Stitch Patterns and Beautiful Colors make this an enjoyable throw to crochet.
Use the palette of colors suggested or change them up to suite your unique room and style preferences.


Red Heart Southwestern Rainbow Throw


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Use up Your Scrap Yarn and Crochet this Free Pattern for the Southwestern Rainbow Throw

Monday, October 28, 2019

Mini Maker Knit Hat Kit Review - Everything you Need to Make a Cute Knit Hat Plus Bonus Book

Mini Maker Knit Hat Kit Review - Everything you Need to Make a Cute Knit Hat Plus Bonus Book

Knit Hat Kit plus instructions

This post contains affiliate links. I received this product from Leisure Arts in Exchange for my review.

The Mini Maker Knit Hat Book Plus Kit Comes with Everything you Need to make this adorable hat. In addition you receive the 32 page book to knit more hats and create beautiful gifts for others!

A Colorful Simple Striped Hat to make with a pretty pom pom that sits on top of the hat! Once you make this hat you can easily knit the other hats included in the book. Hats include checkered hat, broken bar hat, simple rib hat, and textured stripe hat.

Make a Hat in different colors and give to friends and family!
The Maker Kit is a great value for a knitting kit that you can make a colorful hat with. It also contains a book of patterns for a few creative hats including a slouchy hat and several others that would be easy to make! 
The vibrant colors of yarn included in the kit make one cute striped hat to wear throughout the cold winter months. In addition the book and kit gives you instructions to make a colorful pom pom to place on top of the hat. Just use the instructions in the book along with the pom pom maker included in the kit. The instructions are clear and easy to follow along with.
If you are a knitter you will love this cute hat to create using the yarn, knitting needles and instruction book in the kit.
Mini Maker Knit Hat Kit Includes:
5 Yarn Colors
Knitting Needles
A Yarn Needle
A Pom Pom Maker
32 Page Project Book with Instructions


Knitting experience is required in order to Knit the hats included in the kit and the instruction book. The patterns are easy to read.
If you need help with knitting be sure to watch 



The Instructions for the Knit Hat Kit are easy to follow for knitters. What a great gift idea to give to your favorite knitter this holiday season or any time of  the year!
A Kit is the perfect way to start a new project.


Learn a new skill with Mini Maker! Adult craft kits in stitchery, macramé, paint pouring (and more!) let you try a new craft before going all in. Mini Maker offers bite-sized craft experiences without a huge investment of time and money to get started. Check out our hands-on activities that include everything to complete the project, plus easy instructions. Whether you’re looking for a fun project with friends, the perfect git or just a great rainy day activity, Mini Maker brings creativity to everyday life.
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Saturday, October 26, 2019

Free Crochet From the Top Down Beanie Pattern in Sizes Adult, Child, Toddler and Baby

Free Crochet From the Top Down Beanie Pattern in Sizes Adult, Child, Toddler and Baby


Free Crochet Beanie Pattern


Skill Level - Beginner
The Ultimate Crochet Hat Pattern
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Written for six different sizes, this is the perfect hat to crochet for charitable donations, or quick and easy to make gift ideas. It's such a simple and quick gift to make that you can easily dress it up in accessories and colors to make it your own!

Hat Sizes

Sizes Included: 12" x 5" (Preemie), 14" x 5.5" (Baby), 16" x 6.5" (Toddler), 18" x 7.5" (Child), 20" x 8" (Adult Small), 22" circ. x 8" long (Adult Large)
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Yarn Line: Brava Worsted Yarn
Yardage: 65-165
Fiber Type: Acrylic
Hook Sizes:  US J/10 (6.00mm) Crochet Hook

Amour Crochet Hooks Plastic | Crochet.comThe easy to crochet  Beanie is made from the top down in single crochet. Simple increases at the crown alter the sizing. Once you master this simple pattern, add stripes, tapestry patterns, spike stitches and more. With the many colors available in Brava Worsted, you’ll be able to make this hat uniquely your own.

Brava Worsted Yarn



Brava Worsted Yarn

Download the Free Brava Beanie Crochet Pattern





Amour Crochet Hook Set

Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Our Top 10 Creative Journals, Craft Journals, Knitting Journals, Crochet Journals and Notebooks to Give as Gifts

Our Top 10 Creative Journals, Craft Journals, Knitting Journals, Crochet Journals and Notebooks to Give as Gifts

Craftdrawer Journals and Notebooks


One of the things besides crochet and crafts that I enjoy is creating journals and notebooks to share with others. I have a great selection of notebooks and journals available on Amazon as well as a few coloring books, crochet pattern books, knitting pattern books and everyday journals. Take a look at some of our favorite journals and notebooks and check out a few of our other coloring books and vintage patterns below.

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Creative Journals and Notebooks


Crochet Journals and Notebooks



 A Crochet Journal - A Journal for Crochet Projects

One of our most popular books is this Crochet Journal to keep of your projects, yarn, patterns, ideas, crochet hooks and more!


There are enough pages for at least one years worth of projects in all. Plus there is even a page to track measurements for those who crochet clothing items.
Whether your next crochet project is an afghan, hat, scarf or sweater the Crochet Journal will be a helpful tool to keep track of your progress, make sure you stock enough yarn for your next idea and more.
AmazonOrganize your crochet project easily and quickly by using the Crochet Journal for all your projects, supplies, ideas, and patterns.  



Crochet Project Journal a Guide and Organizer for Keeping Track of Crochet Projects


AmazonThe Crochet Project Planner is a valuable tool for both beginner and advanced crocheters. Specially designed for Crochet, the planner features pages to keep track of your projects the tools include..crochet project trackers, daily, weekly and monthly calendars, guides for laundry care, yarn cards, hook sizes, crochet terms and abbreviations, and lots of places to keep notes and track your pattern progress.



Crochet Weekly and Monthly Blank Calendar A Blank Calendar for Organizing and Keeping Track of Crochet and Yarn Projects Weekly and Monthly


A Calendar for Organizing and Keeping Track of Crochet and Yarn Projects Weekly and Monthly.
AmazonBlank monthly and weekly calendars fill the pages of this crochet and yarn organizer book. Easily track your projects and yarn on the weekly calendar pages that you can add your own month, date and year to. Use the monthly blank calendar to track your next project or yarn purchase. It's also blank and has a spot where you can add the month, date and year. 

My Crochet Notebook A Journal for Crochet - A Blank Lined Journal for Crocheting and Notes


A Notebook Journal Diary for Crochet with blank, wide ruled lined paper, 130 + pages of 8.5 x 11 pages to keep track of your crochet journey.
AmazonThis handy notebook provides crocheters with blank wide ruled lines for keeping track of crochet projects, notes, yarn inventory, to-do lists, shopping reminders, pattern ideas, a daily journal, diary and much more.
Makes a great gift for crocheters and those who love crafts. Stay organized with this fun crochet notebook journal and write down your ideas, thoughts and notes in this handy book.
It's perfect for the unfinished crochet project, or ideas for projects we think of but forget and never write them down. 

Knitting Notebooks and Journals


My Knitting Notebook A Journal For Knitters : Journal Diary for Knitter's Blank Wide Ruled Lined Paper 130 Pages 8.5 x 11 Gifts for Knitters

A Notebook Journal Diary for Knitter's with blank, wide ruled lined paper, 130 + pages of 8.5 x 11 pages to keep track of your knitting journey.
AmazonThis handy notebook provides knitters with blank wide ruled lines for keeping track of knitting projects, notes, yarn inventory, to-do lists, shopping reminders, pattern ideas, a daily journal, diary and much more.

Makes a great gift for knitters and those who love crafts. Stay organized with this fun knitting notebook journal and write down your ideas, thoughts and notes in this handy book.
It's perfect for the unfinished project, or ideas for projects we think of but forget and never write them down. 



Yarn Notebook Journal Lined, Grid, Graph, and Creative Paper for Crochet, Knit, and Craft Projects - Plus a Few Crafty Things to Color


The Yarn Notebook Journal is perfect for the person who loves to crochet, knit or just craft. It provides a creative outlet to write down your thoughts, pattern ideas, draw, or just be creative.
AmazonThere are plenty of blank lined pages to keep a journal in or create new projects and patterns. Plus, there are a few different graph pages, grid pages and date and progress pages to use for patterns, craft projects or whatever you choose to use them for.
Get Creative with the unique journal pages that include background pictures of craft items, yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks, animals, shapes and more! 

Recipe Journals and Notebooks 




My Recipe Notebook A Journal and Notebook with Recipe Cards, Weekly Meal Planners, Shopping Lists, and Blank Journal Pages


AmazonMy Recipe Notebook Journal  is a fun  journal for keeping track of of your recipes and meals, writing recipe notes, creating a shopping list, a to-do list, or just keeping a daily journal.

The Recipe Notebook is the perfect gift idea for someone creative and loves to cook and create their own recipes!

My Recipe Notebook is a journal with blank recipe cards, weekly meal planners and shopping lists. It provides helpful tools to guide you through your weekly meals for family, parties, and individuals.


Recipe Journal to Write In - A Notebook for Recipes, to Store and Create Family Recipes, Keep Your Favorite Recipes and Notes Organized and Preserve them for the Future

Create your own personal cookbook and preserve your family recipes with this handy write in notebook journal.
AmazonWrite down your breakfast recipes, recipes for kids, appetizers, salads, desserts, drinks, dinners and miscellaneous recipes.
There are also several blank, recipe note pages for you to add your own creative touches to and fill in with your recipes, ideas and thoughts.
Also, included, are pages to get creative with recipe cards, photos or fill in a blank recipe card for your personal records. 

Gardening Journals and Planners



My Garden Journal Planner, Notebook, Log Book, and Calendar for Year-Round Gardening Ideas and Projects

As you plant through the years a garden journal becomes an indispensable tool. There’s no way possible to keep track of everything in your head, even if you think you can. Writing it down will help you track things for the future and remember what you did in the past with your garden.
AmazonThere are all types of gardens and your garden journal will be helpful in guiding your journey. From planting vegetable or flower gardens to container gardens, butterfly gardens, seed gardens, annuals, perennials, and many more!  There are even blank note pages at the end of the journal!
In this garden journal you will find the following helpful guides, planners, logs, calendars ++


My Garden Journal Planner, Notebook, Log Book, and Calendar for Year-Round Gardening Ideas and Projects

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Mom’s Weekly and Monthly Blank Calendar Notebook An Undated Calendar, Notebook, Organizer for Busy Moms

A calendar that never goes out of date!
Mom’s Weekly and Monthly Calendar Notebook features weekly and monthly blank calendars for mom to fill in the family schedules and appointments no matter what year it is. A blank calendar makes it convenient to skip over a week, add more information to your calendar, make monthly Mom Notes and stay organized!
There is a place in the calendar to write down the date, add Mom’s Notes and more.
Mom’s blank calendar and notebook features…
Blank Mom’s Weekly Calendar pages for Monday through Sunday.
AmazonNote pages for writing lists, Mom’s Notes and creating a daily journal.
Blank Mom’s Monthly Calendar for mom to fill in the dates and write down information for any month or year.
Enough Weekly and Monthly Calendar Pages for well over 1 Year! 


Dinosaur Fun! Draw and Write Journal for Kids - Lined Writing Paper and Drawing Paper Notebook for Preschool and Elementary School Kids

Stories written and illustrated by your child's imagination! These cute notebooks for kids are the perfect place to draw and tell stories about each and every adventure!

This fun dinosaur journal is a terrific journal for preschool, kindergarten, 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade.
AmazonThe journal features over 100 pages to create stories and draw photos for your story. The top half of the page is a blank area to draw. The bottom half is wide ruled lined for kids to write their very own story!
Story picture pages on the top half with primary ruled lines underneath to get creative and tell your story. The dotted midline and thick baseline makes handwriting practice easier for kids to learn at younger ages. 


Alphabet Handwriting Practice Paper For Students Preschool to Grade 3 Notebook with Dotted Lined Sheets 


Let kids explore and write with the Alphabet Handwriting Practice Papers featuring dotted lined sheets.
AmazonThe writing paper is perfect for kids learning to practice their letters, numbers and alphabet skills.
Includes over 100 sheets of paper that are 8.5 x 11 inches to write on. Practice letters and numbers over and over again with these dotted lined papers. 

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