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    Poinsettia Christmas Coaster

    The holidays are drawing near! Are you ready!? This whimsical crochet Poinsettia Christmas Coaster will add a personal touch to your holiday table! This quick and simple project brings a touch of happiness and elevates your holiday spirit, making it ideal for festive occasions or as a thoughtful present to someone! I have created this wonderful table accessory after being inspired by the stunning poinsettia flower. Let’s learn how to crochet this Christmas coaster together using the simple, step-by-step design I created specifically for you. -Elisa (@stringsandcuddles) MATERIALS: Clover Amour…

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    Summer Bandana *crochet pattern*

    Hello, wonderful people! Looking for a headpiece that adds a touch of boho flair to your outfit? Allow me to present to you the Summer Bandana, my most recent crochet creation. It features a simple V-st C2C (Corner to Corner) stitch design with a lovely popcorn stitch border. This versatile accessory is fantastic for keeping your hair back on windy days while still looking elegant and attractive! It ties comfortably around your head.   Within the crochet world, the Corner to Corner (C2C) stitch pattern is very popular. The name…

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    Summer Crochet Buckethat!

    The heat is on! The good old days of summer are back. What better way to enjoy outdoor activities with your favorite cold beverage than wearing a lovely and stylish headpiece? Join us as we create the cutest crochet sun hat ever. Double crochet, front post double crochet, single crochet, back post single crochet, and slip stitch crochet stitches are featured in this pattern. Although it may appear difficult, we assure you that you can make this hat if you are familiar with these key crochet stitches. Additionally, we prefer…

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    DIY Crochet Coasters for Summer!

    Crocheting coasters is suuuuper easy and fun to make. The fact that you just need small amounts of yarn makes it the perfect way to use up your stash! These are great crochet projects that are quick to finish. These pieces can be made in various vibrant colors, making them ideal for spring and summer home décor. Also, they make great gifts that won’t break the bank or take weeks to complete! 🙂 MATERIALS: Clover Amour Crochet Hook G (4.0 mm) Clover Jumbo Tapestry Needle (Bent Point) Clover Patchwork Mini Scissors…

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    Rosy Bliss Scarf *crochet pattern*

    Are you ready to spice up your wardrobe with new trends and styles?  Check out the Rosy Bliss Scarf, a stunning faux-knit stitch crochet accessory!  The magnificent boomerang shape presents this versatile piece with a fresh take on the conventional scarf design.  This elegant crochet item is ideal for dressing up for a night out or adding a chic touch to your outfit of the day. It would also make a lovely Mother’s Day gift! This easy crochet scarf or shawl makes an excellent first boomerang knit-look scarf project.  The…

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    Tulips Kitchen Towel *crochet pattern*

    Crochet, flowers, and spring! These are a few of my favorite things! What a thrill! As spring approaches, I thought that creating a piece of decor that brightens the house, particularly the kitchen, seemed appropriate. I designed this piece, which is simple, seasonally suitable, and functional. I named it the Tulips Kitchen Towel because of the featured flower design. Before we get started on the pattern, let me tell you how this project was made.  Are you familiar with tapestry crochet? I used this technique to create my sample piece. Tapestry…

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    CROSS MY HEART *potholder crochet pattern*

    The air is filled with LOVE! Presenting your loved ones with a cute handmade item that is created with love is such a sweet way to spread joy and affection this Valentine’s Day or any day of the year! Introducing the Cross My Heart Potholder! You can complete this simple and enjoyable project in about an hour, depending on your crochet skill level. Featuring the traditional single crochet with the finishing touch of a crossed half double crochet. Best of all, it is reversible! For projects of this nature, cotton yarn…

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    Silver Thaw Beanie *crochet pattern*

    Happy new year everyone! Cheers to 2025! I hope everyone’s year is off to a fantastic start 🙂 Let’s begin this month with a brand new crochet design, made by me, Elisa from @stringsandcuddles on IG! Now that the cold winter months have arrived, there’s no better way to stay warm than with a stylish and comfortable headpiece. Allow me to present the Silver Thaw Beanie, my latest creation! The texture that the stitches have created fascinates me. They remind me of the snow and rain because they resemble embossed…

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    Christmas Star Pillow *crochet pattern*

    Christmas is quickly approaching! Are you prepared? Is your house decked out in all the festive and cheerful décor? Today, I would like to share another idea I came up with. It is a decorative accent pillow for your bedroom or living room. This design was inspired by my Parol Coaster, one of Clover’s latest blogs! If you haven’t already, click here to read the details of the coaster pattern. Without further ado, let’s get into the pillow pattern!   NOTES: Read the pattern carefully before starting. This pattern is…

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    Parol Coaster *crochet pattern*

    The holidays will be here soon! Adding some handmade items to our homes is a fun way to decorate, regardless of whether you’re celebrating the upcoming holidays. The Philippine holiday of Christmas served as my design’s inspiration. The Christmas season in my country begins in September. Christmas music starts to play as soon as September 1st arrives, and some people start planning their decorations. We have a popular Christmas decoration called a parol, or lantern. Traditionally, bamboo sticks and Japanese rice paper were used to make parol. Depending on the…