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Whip Up a Gorgeous One Ball Shawl with Our Easy Crochet Pattern: The Late Nite Shawl

Hey there, fabulous friends! Marly Bird, your BiCrafty Bestie here, and I’m super pumped to walk you through a delightful crochet adventure. Today, we’re diving into the “Late Nite Crochet One Ball Shawl,” a stunningly simple crochet pattern that uses just one ball of yarn. Yes, you heard right—just one…

A cheerful woman with glasses and curly hair pulled up is wearing a knitted, gradient grey and white scarf with tassels. She is dressed in a light-grey top and standing in a cozy, well-lit room with shelves in the background. -Marly Bird

This or That Make-Along 2024: Both Crochet and Knit

Calling all crocheters and knitters, time to join the This or That Make-Along: Your Next Creative Adventure Awaits! Are you ready to begin a creative journey with fellow crafters? The This or That Make-Along 2024 with Marly Bird is here, and it’s time to choose your path! Whether you’re a…

A smiling person with red glasses is shown twice, both times wearing different crocheted red sweaters. The top image features a looser-knit red sweater and the bottom image shows a more tightly-knit red sweater. Text reads "This or That Make-Along 2024. -Marly Bird

Bellini Crochet Sweater: Modern Design – Inclusive Fashion

Welcome, crafters! Are you looking for something unique and trendy to add to your wardrobe? Do you want your crochet designs to stand out from the crowd? The Bellini Crochet Sweater is here to save the day! It’s a modern take on a classic style, made of fingering weight yarn….

Marly Bird is wearing red glasses, a bellini crochet sweater over a black top, and a black skirt stands in a cozy, well-decorated room with a bed and various home decor items in the background. -Marly Bird

Knit the Chic Sandra PDA Cropped Knit Sweater – A Must-Have in Your Wardrobe

Hey there, knitting friends! Get ready to start a super fun project with our Sandra PDA Cropped Knit Sweater pattern. It’s part of the BiCrafty Stitch-Nite Collection, and trust me, you’re going to love it! (You already love the Appalachian Cozy Up Thigh High Socks) Whether you’re new to knitting…

Marly Bird smiles warmly at the camera. She wears a red cropped knit sweater over a black dress and holds her hands together in front of her. The background features home decor items including a tall vase with flowers and a shelf with books. -Marly Bird

What Is Easy Amigurumi For Beginners?

Amigurumi is really big right now. Almost every crafter with a crochet hook or knitting needles has made something amigurumi or wants to try this incredibly popular Japanese art. So, if you fall into the category of being a crochet amigurumi beginner or knitter wanting to try some easy amigurumi,…

A collage showcasing various easy amigurumi animals, including octopuses, cats, a bear, ducks, flamingos, a frog, owls, and a unicorn. The text "Easy Amigurumi for Beginners - More Than 21 Patterns" is displayed across the image. -Marly Bird

Mosaic Crochet Hat – Free Pattern

Get ready for Fall with a modern and stylish mosaic crochet hat. Mosaic crochet is a quick and easy technique to create beautiful colorwork patterns. The Mallow Crochet Mosaic Hat will quickly become a favorite head warmer. Grab your soft wool yarn and let’s get started on this mosaic crochet…

A mosaic crochet hat featuring a pink and maroon houndstooth pattern with a faux fur pom-pom is placed on a woven circular basket. Next to the hat are two skeins of yarn, one pink and one dark maroon, along with a crochet hook. -Marly Bird

Easy Crochet Infinity Scarf – Favorite Color is Rainbow Crochet Infinity Scarf Pattern

Looking for an easy crochet infinity scarf pattern you can make anywhere? Seriously, this can be crocheted in a car, plane, or a line at Disney World! Simple on-the-go pattern for beginner crocheters and exciting enough for established crocheters alike! If you love making scarves like the crochet mosaic scarf…

A woman with long brown hair and bangs is smiling at the camera. She is wearing a white top and a colorful, knitted scarf with red, orange, yellow, blue, and green sections. The background is a blurred outdoor setting with trees and sunlight. -Marly Bird

Thigh High Knit Sock Pattern – Knitting the Perfect Fit with Appalachian Cozy Up

I’ve always dreamed of knitting a pair of thigh-high socks that not only fit beautifully but also felt wonderfully cozy. But, as someone with larger calves and big thighs, finding a pattern that catered to my measurements was a challenge. So, what’s a knitter to do? Design one, of course!…

A person with glasses and hair in a bun is sitting on a white chair, reading a book titled "Beauty and the Mustache." They're wearing a black shirt and thigh high knit socks. The cozy room has yarn shelves, a plant, and a colorful rug. -Marly Bird

Garden Party Crochet Cardigan – Glow Up! Free Pattern + Full Tutorial

Hey there, crochet friends! 🌸 I’m beyond excited to share the glow-up of a fan favorite – the Garden Party Crochet Cardigan Free Pattern! This beautiful layering piece now comes with more size options, detailed instructions, and even a full video tutorial to guide you every step of the way….

A person with wavy brown hair smiles while looking back over their shoulder. They are wearing a black top under a Garden Party Crochet Cardigan and standing outside with a blurred background of trees and a street. -Marly Bird

Crochet Gingham Stitch And Where It Came From

If you haven’t yet seen crochet gingham stitch let me tell you a little about it. Basically, it’s an arrangement of solid color squares set out evenly across your crochet fabric. There are more rules to making a gingham fabric, and we’ll cover them in this post. But we’ll start…

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