Crochet lace tape

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Hi everyone!

Today I’m sharing a pattern that I found on YouTube, which has led me to create this lovely lace tape. It can be used for trimmings or decor and whatever else you’d like to use it for!

I thought it was a neat idea and the pattern is very easy to follow.

The pattern I used is from YouTube user, Sheruknittingcom who has loads of other lace tape patterns, which can be found here.

The tutorial I followed is in two parts. I’ve embedded the first below.

Have fun crocheting!

Crochet pattern: T-shirt basket

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Hey everyone!

In this post I’m going to explain how I created this very cute and small basket, which is ideal for storing bits and bobs such as rings or bracelets.

First of all, the yarn that I used is one that I have made by cutting up an old cardigan. All I did was cut the cardigan into several individual strips (about 2cm in width), and attached them by knotting the ends together. By doing this, you should create a whole ball of yarn that you can knit with. The strips will tend to curl inwards, which makes it much easier to crochet with, and this is what you want to happen. There are several other ways to create this type of yarn, but I wanted the raggedy effect where the knots are visible.

I used a 5mm crochet hook. The pattern that I made up is as such:

photo 2Form a magic ring. (Learn how to make one here)

Round 1: Chain 2. Make 16 double crochets into the ring. Join with a slip stitch at the top of the chain 2.

Round 2: Chain 2. Make 2 double crochets in each stitch. You should have 32 stitches in round 2. Slip stitch in the chain from before.

Round 3: Chain 2. Make 1 double crochet in each stitch (your basket should start to curl upwards: that is what you want). Slip stitch into the chain 2 from before.

Rounds 4: Chain 1. Make 1 double crochet in each stitch. Your basket should still curl upwards to form a bowl shape. Keep repeating this if you wish, and fasten off when you’re happy with the size.

TIP: To make a basket like this, it works best when it is crocheted quite tightly because you want to have a rigid shape instead of it being loose and floppy.

Thanks for reading, and let me know how you get on in the comments!

Thin lace wool

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Hi everyone. This is just a quick post to share with you this lovely thin wool that I bought a while back. I bought it in a little haberdashery shop on a trip to Canterbury for £3.95. They had a variety of colours and I thought that these lovely teal and silver rolls went quite well together. I also bought a 1.25mm needle to crochet with. I haven’t made anything yet but I plan to try my hand at crocheting some doilies!

Crochet pattern step-by-step: small heart

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Hi everyone!

The step-by-step tutorial below will show you how crochet a small heart. It’s great addition to pretty much anything; hat, scarf, bag, ect…

The instructions are beginner friendly so they should be pretty simple to follow.

Have fun crocheting! Let me know what you think in the comments!

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Upcycle old jeans into shorts

Hi everyone! This post will show you how you can turn an old, unwanted pair of jeans, into shorts in just 5 steps. They’re very easy to make and you don’t need to be experienced in sewing.

What you will need:
  • Old jeans
  • Fabric scissors
  • Sewing machine (Will also work with hand stitching)

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Hellos and welcomes…

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Hello everyone and welcome to my new blog. In this blog I will share my crochet and knitting patterns and the projects that I have created. Aside from that, I hope to share some of my other fun projects!

In terms of crochet and knitting; I’m not very experienced but I do enjoy learning new things as I go along. I prefer crocheting, but I will share both styles of craft with you, as well as other fun stuff like inspiration tips and crafting tools.

As I share my hobby, I hope that readers enjoy this blog.

Stay tuned for the very first post – a crochet scarf – coming soon.

Please do not copy designs for commercial purposes and if you do use my designs for your website, please credit the relevant link.

Thank you!