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Contemporary Crochet: 35 super-easy garments and accessories

September 22, 2022 by crochet envy Filed Under: books, patterns, today's deal

With Contemporary Crochet, you will learn to crochet 35 of your own stylish clothing items and accessories.

Liv Huffman is the creator of the hugely popular Harry Styles cardigan tutorial on YouTube and TikTok. Here, she shows you how to add handmade flair to your wardrobe, with 35 unique designs for crocheted clothes and accessories. The patterns include a striped beanie hat, a hooded sweater, and a scallop-edged corset top, as well as the famous “Harry” crocheted cardigan based on JW Anderson’s knitted design. Deceptively simple to make, many of the projects are made up of basic granny squares. There is also a step-by-step techniques section which explains all the stitches you will need in a clear, approachable way. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced crocheter, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to create your own wearable, beautiful pieces, and expand your skills as you learn how to adapt and personalize the designs.

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A Modern Guide to Granny Squares: Awesome Color Combinations and Designs for Fun and Fabulous Crochet Blocks

May 2, 2022 by crochet envy Filed Under: books, patterns, today's deal

A collection of forty creative designs for easy and colorful crochet blocks.

Not your usual granny squares! Celine Semaan has designed more than contemporary and colorful 6″ x 6″ blocks to get your creativity flowing. Blocks are the best way to try out new stitches and color combinations, and they can then be used to make four projects, including a blanket, pillow, and wall hanging. There is a basic overview on color theory, more than forty granny square patterns, each with: written instructions, chart, and detailed photos, showing stitch detail.

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Mia Crochet Cardigan by TheEasyDesign

January 26, 2022 by crochet envy Filed Under: patterns, today's deal

The design for this trendy Mia crochet cardigan is different from everything you’ve seen so far!

A beautifully simple yet stunning cardigan, easy to make and trendy to wear: using the simplest of shapes, follows trends but goes for the offbeat.

It can be worn in any season and would look amazing with any outfit.
Make one of bulky yarn for extra warmth in cold season and another of cotton or linen, worked with larges, aerated stitches for the summer.

It’s a great pattern for beginners – the stitches used are basic, and it’s a relaxing crochet for advanced crocheters.

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A Modern Guide to Textured Crochet: A Collection of Wonderfully Tactile Stitches

December 28, 2021 by crochet envy Filed Under: books, patterns, today's deal

A colorful and contemporary collection of stitches, crochet techniques, and projects for creating rich and appealing texture in your work.

Crocheters looking for more texture, depth, and contemporary design will delight in this colorful new guide. Aimed at the experienced beginner to intermediate level crocheters with some extra ideas aimed at more advanced makers, the book covers a variety of textured crochet techniques–from the straightforward to the more complex and unusual –along with beautiful projects designed to showcase them.

Get ready to explore the beautiful textures that can be achieved with crochet–Bobbles, Popcorns, Clusters, Puffs and more. Each chapter guides you through a new stitch or stitch progression with photos, detailed instructions and diagrams to ensure you can follow along easily. In addition to simple, on-trend projects perfect for gifting or use in your home or wardrobe, you’ll find useful tips for saving time and troubleshooting, and additional ideas to explore.

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Balloon Sleeve Cardigan Crochet Pattern by DaisyAndPeace

November 18, 2021 by crochet envy Filed Under: patterns, today's deal

Balloon sleeves, relaxed fit and ribbing stitch make this cardigan a wardrobe favorite year after year!
If you are comfortable with basic crochet stitches, you’re sure to enjoy crocheting this cardigan. Don’t worry if you’re new to garment making, the pattern includes some Youtube video tutorials to help you get to know new stiches. Let’s start!

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Cotton Candy Puff Sleeve Sweater by ACcrochetclub

July 16, 2021 by crochet envy Filed Under: patterns, today's deal

This is a crochet pattern for a Cotton Candy Puff Sleeve Sweater. This product contains two PDFs: one with the pattern and the other with step-by-step pictures. This pattern consists of sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, but some sizing instructions are included throughout the pattern so you can easily change the measurements for your unique body shape anytime.

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Hello Hexie!: 20 easy crochet patterns from simple granny hexagons

June 15, 2021 by Jessie Filed Under: books, patterns, today's deal

With Hello Hexie!, you’ll see granny hexagons in a whole new light through an inspired collection of modern crochet patterns for clothes, accessories and homewares.

Quilters have always known the power of the hexagon but now crocheters can get in on the action too with a collection of step-by-step instructions for crochet hexagon motifs and crochet patterns. It’s time for the granny square to move over and make way for the hexagon, the hottest new crochet motif!

In this unique collection, popular crochet designer and author, Sarah Shrimpton reveals patterns for 10 unique crochet hexagon designs so you can pick your favourite. As well as the written pattern there are also crochet charts for each of the hexagons for extra clarity.

Once you’ve practiced your hexie skills you can choose from a collection of 20 step-by-step projects that you will be itching to stitch thanks to their simplicity and creativity. Hexagons are quick and easy to make and can be combined in a myriad of ways to create a huge range of projects – from garments and accessories to home décor and even toys.

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Grey Sea Waves Crochet Neck Warmer by Lesia Little Adventure

January 15, 2021 by crochet envy Filed Under: patterns, today's deal

The Grey Sea Waves Crochet Neck Warmer is a dream for those with open-neck coats or who always have a cold neck. What a great way to keep warm and cozy while being stylish!

Grey Sea Waves Neck Warmer is explained in a tutorial-style crochet pattern: 5 pages and 45 pictures with instructions.

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Everything Baby Crochet - 48 Hats, Booties, Blankets & More!

Harvest Braid Beanie by Sheepish Stitches

December 16, 2020 by crochet envy Filed Under: patterns, today's deal

The Harvest Braid Beanie offers gorgeous texture, works up quickly and beautifully in all your favorite colors!

The beanie is worked from the brim up and has instructions on where to change colors if you are looking to block colors as shown in photos. You will also find in the PDF a few color combination examples!

The beanie comes with instructions for sizes ranging from 16” to 19” PRE STRETCH….making this beanie perfect for toddlers up to adults!

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Rustic Modern Crochet: 18 Designs Inspired by Nature by Yumiko Alexander

June 15, 2020 by crochet envy Filed Under: books, patterns, today's deal

A collection of unique and sophisticated crochet designs! Enjoy Yumiko Alexander’s showcase of eighteen clean, sophisticated crochet designs. Her garments feature eye-catching construction based on very simple lines that come together in unexpected ways. Stitch patterns have central focus here, as the silhouettes or shapes are kept simple to emphasize the crocheted fabric. Yumiko’s pieces are versatile enough that they can be dressed up or down according to your fancy. Yumiko takes her inspiration from the natural world – tide-swept sand, shells, coral, shale rock formations, the colors of sunset. Her nature-inspired palette is brought to life using luscious yarns that are as pleasing to the hand as they are to the eye. These designs will appeal to crocheters seeking a more upscale look in their garments. Rustic Modern Crochet features designs in subtle earth tones and warm sunset hues that hold a cross-generational appeal.

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