How to Crochet a Blanket with 8 Crochet Afghan Patterns

How to Crochet a Blanket with 8 Crochet Afghan Patterns

Learning how to crochet a blanket will always be part of a crocheters life, whether they're just starting out or they've been crocheting for years. Crocheted blankets are a staple for many of those who have picked up a hook. From large crocheted afghans, to round blankets, lapghans and even little blankies for babies, handmade crochet afghans will always hold a special place in a crocheter's heart. If you don't already know how to crochet a blanket then you must learn because it really is a … [Continue reading...]

Meet the Designer: Sara McFall

Sara McFall

The blogger I am about to introduce to you is one of my favorites. She's very talented when it comes to all things crochet as well as cooking and many other things. Sara McFall loves to share her passions on her blog My Merry Messy Life. Her crochet designs not only look professional and super cute, but she makes it easy to follow so you can make your own. Being a parent of three boys it can be very difficult to find time for crafting and crocheting, but somehow Sara finds a way. Let's take a … [Continue reading...]

Time to Learn: What’s Your #1 Tip for New Crocheters?

Tips for new crocheters

Recently, I celebrated a birthday and decided to have a crochet party. It was a lot of fun, but it didn’t come without a bit of frustration too. Many of my friends didn’t know how to crochet before coming to my party and I discovered just how hard it was to teach someone how to [...]

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How To Organize Your Yarn Contest Winner

Mason Jars Yarn Organizaiton

Wow, you all have so many great tips for organizing yarn! It was so hard to pick just one winner. I loved reading all of your clever ideas and great solutions for yarn lovers that just have a lot of yarn. To start, I’ve put together some of the answers into one place for you [...]

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Get Healthy with Crochet!

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Did you know that crochet can help you lead a healthier lifestyle? We all know that crocheting is a wonderful way to relax, but there are more ways that crochet can help you live a healthy lifestyle. Make your own yoga mat bag, crochet a scrunchie to keep the hair out of your face, or [...]

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Baby Crochet Patterns Stitch & Share Winner!

Eternal Love Baby Slouch

Thank you so much to everyone who participated in AllFreeCrochet’s “Stitch & Share” event. We encouraged you to post your baby-themed crochet patterns and pictures for the crochet community to see and you certainly did! Baby crochet designs are so adorable and it was so fun to see all the colorful designs you’ve all put [...]

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Win Three Lavishea Lotion Bars

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As a yarn enthusiast, I’m sure you’re well aware of the dry skin that is often caused by knitting or crocheting.  The lurking bad guy in this scenario is lotion—you might even call it a villainous sidekick to dry skin.  I’ve gone days without soothing my cracked skin for one very simple reason: most lotions [...]

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Win a Copy of Crochet Essentials!

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Crochet Essentials: Handy Guide to All the Basics is the perfect book for beginner crocheters to have on-hand. Even if you do not consider yourself a beginner crocheter anymore, this book is a great one to have in your crochet library. You never know when you’ll need to brush up on your skills or teach [...]

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Pantone Color of the Year – Emerald

Pantone 2013 - Emerald

Pantone is the leading company in color, providing guidance in color selection and creation for the world’s designers and manufacturers. The company has announced a Color of the Year ever since 2000, starting with Cerulean. This choice is based on what’s popular in the world in all areas including art, entertainment, industrial design, jewelry, fashion, [...]

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Join AllFreeCrochet’s Crochet Along + Giveaway!

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Welcome to AllFreeCrochet’s Crochet Along of 2013! We had so much fun hosting our Basketweave Pillow Crochet Along last year, we could not wait to do another one. This time around, we’ve teamed up with Red Heart Yarn to bring you this year’s event, and it’s bigger and better than ever  – just wait ’til [...]

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