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    Crochet Boyfriend Scarf

    Crochet this soft and stretchy scarf in on-trend colors. This project uses a two by two rib stitch pattern made by alternating front post and back post double crochets. The Lion Brand Touch of Alpaca® Yarn makes it warm, washable and durable. Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration —  I live in Minnesota and I wanted to make something as a special gift when the snow starts to fly. This project is called the Boyfriend Scarf because it makes a great gift for the partner in your life—that way it’s easily available for you to wear too—just sayin.’ Reminiscent of the look of a traditional varsity or campus scarf, this…

  • Crochet Alvina Beanie

    Crochet this super soft beanie to show off a treasured brooch or as an extra special gift. This project uses the seed stitch pattern (made with single and double crochets), simple shaping and has a cinch at the front. The Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Merino makes it warm, washable and durable. Please enjoy this free pattern. Inspiration — The Crochet Alvina Beanie is packed with sentiment. Alvina was my maternal grandmother and she loved jewelry, crafting and music (and many other things). The most important things in her life though were her faith and her family. She lived a life of service to her church, and every moment and every…

  • Crochet Bottle Gift Bag

    Need a quick-to-make gift bag that is also a gift in itself? Meet the crochet bottle gift bag. Made entirely in single crochet with a handy handle. Worked with two strands held together, Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn gives it structure and a lovely texture. Please enjoy this free pattern.  Inspiration — I recently picked up some amazing self-care products from Modern Roots for a friend’s birthday gift. (Modern Roots is a boutique store with a location in my lovely town of Stillwater selling all-natural body care products and more—they ship to anywhere in the U.S. if you want to check them out. Minnesota-grown and produced.) I bought a variety of things…