Cornelia Tuttle Hamilton has NEWS to share and visited the Yarn Thing Podcast with Marly Bird to tell us all about her FIRST and BRAND-NEW Craftsy Class. It's very 
kind of her to take time out to schedule us in, she's preparing to head to her shop in Sweden for the summer! [Read more…]
Ivy’s Poppy Blanket: Free Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
This free crochet baby blanket pattern is Ivy's Poppy Blanket! It is a free baby blanket pattern that I named after my only niece. The blanket is made by making the Ivy motifs and joining them as you go to make a super quick blanket! I've provided an optional trim that you can include on your blanket to really finish it off.
Not only will you get a free crochet baby blanket pattern but I am also providing you with an instructional YouTube video showing you how to make the motifs and how to join-as-you-go. How easy is that?
New Scrubby Yarn
NEW Scrubby Yarn! Having a chance to see new yarn before it hits the market is a definite perk to working with Red Heart.
Like many of you, I will usually crochet or knit up quick washcloths for housewarming gifts. They are fun, fast and are always loved. So, when I saw the new Scrubby yarn by Red Heart which is made to use for just such a project I was totally excited. I couldn't wait to show you the yarn and offer you tips on how to work with it.
While I was working with yarn of course I worked up a quick pattern that is already one of my favorites 🙂 You can get it free below; it is called the Flower Dishcloth Scrubby.
One of the great features of this yarn is that has wonderful nubbies (yes that is a technical term, LOL) that are perfect for scrubbing your body, face, or pots and pans! Plus, it dries quickly so you don't get that funky sour smell that most hand knit dishcloths get when made out of cotton.
But, you don't only have to use my pattern. There are so many wonderful free patterns over at RedHeart.com that use this yarn. Go take a look and see if there is one there that strikes your fancy.
Now, grab your hook, some Scrubby yarn, the free pattern and you too can make this fun and fast dishcloth. With the free crochet pattern and the free video tutorial taught by me, Marly Bird you will have nothing but success.
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Knitting Through the Loops, Kirsten Kapur
Knitting Through the Loops, Kirsten Kapur is a designer of some of the most popular shawls 
because of their beauty, was the guest today on the Yarn Thing podcast with Marly Bird.
Kirsten is proud to say she came from a family of crafters. She went to art school and became part of the fashion industry as clothing designer for department store manufacturers, later with fabric designs. When her children came along, it was harder to continue that, but with the internet and blogs, things changed for her. [Read more…]
How to Knit: Drop Stitch Cowl
Drop Stitch Cowl by Cathy Payson is just one of the many wonderful free patterns over at RedHeart.com. This cowl is part of their ‘Learn a Stitch, Make a Cowl' series and I just LOVE IT!
This is my first knit video in my new partnership with Red Heart and I can't even begin to tell you how much I enjoyed working on the step-outs for this video. Honestly, I've been wearing the sample for a couple weeks and I've gotten so many compliments on it!
Now, you too can make this fun and fast cowl. With the free crochet pattern and the free video tutorial taught by me, Marly Bird you will have nothing but success.
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How To Read: Sidewalk Shawl Crochet Chart
Wow, you all really enjoyed the How to Crochet: the Sidewalk Shawl video. Thank you for all the kind words regarding that video and the chart! I just knew many of you (including the designer herself, Kimberley McAlindin) would appreciate a chart for this fantastic pattern. It makes it so much easier to follow along, right?
Well, incase you are not exactly sure how to read the Sidewalk Shawl crochet chart for this pattern I've done another video tutorial to walk you though some simple steps on how to read the chart and use the written instructions to ensure success.
The best way to view this video: 1. Download the pattern from Red Heart
2. Click the Sidewalk Chart image above to get a larger view of the chart and save to your computer
3. Watch the video and let me talk to you about reading the chart
Now you are ready to gather your materials, watch the video for the Sidewalk Shawl and get started!
If you have questions please don't hesitate to ask me and I will help you as much as I can. I can't wait to see all your projects!
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm having trouble downloading the chart… can you help?
Oh no, I'm so sorry you're having trouble with that! Honestly… I had a little hiccup with Dropbox but it should be all fixed up now. Give it another try!
Is this chart really a PDF file?
Yes! It absolutely is a PDF file and should download just fine. Some folks have had trouble, but many others have downloaded it without any issues. …I hope it works for you too!
I just don't “get” how to read this chart… what am I missing?
So here's the thing… I made a video tutorial to help walk you through it! It covers reading the chart and using the written instructions together to make sure everything goes smoothly.
How do I make the shawl wider if the rows say to repeat earlier rows?
Honestly… that can be a tricky part of some patterns! The video I made should explain how to increase the shawl's width by repeating specific rows. Don't give up, we'll figure it out!
Do you have other video tutorials for crochet patterns?
Yes! I have lots of videos to help you learn new stitches and patterns. You can find them on my YouTube channel, and I've linked to a couple related ones right here on the page too!
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