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Triangle Granny Shawl

  I had been wanting to make a wrap, and I am such a fan of the granny stitch, I decided to give this a go! Materials Needed: 9mm Crochet Hook OPTIONAL: 1-2  pencil grips , like  these , to make your crochet handle more comfortable Bernat Baby Blanket Big Ball Baby Lilac , 2 balls Stitch Marker Tapestry needle  (for weaving in ends) Optional:  Tassel Maker Pattern: Row 1: Ch 4, in 4th ch from hook 2dc, ch2, 3dc. Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as stitch), turn, 2dc in the first dc, ch 1, 3dc ch 2 3dc in ch2 sp, ch1, 3dc in the top of the ch3 from the previous row. Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as stitch), turn, 2dc in first dc, ch 1, 3dc in ch1 sp, ch 1, 3dc ch 2 3dc in ch2 sp, ch1, 3dc in ch1 space, ch 1 3dc in the top of the ch3 from the previous row. Row 4-25: Ch 3 (counts as stitch), turn, 2dc in the first dc, ch 1, *3dc in ch1 sp, ch1.  Repeat from * until you reach the ch2 sp, then 3dc ch 2 3dc in ch2 sp, ch1. Then repeat from * until you reach the last
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Granny Square Shrug Sweater

   I had seen a few granny square sweaters and shrugs, and I wanted to try making one.  This is a bit more of a "recipe" than a pattern.  I have written down exactly how I made one that fit me, but I also have notes on where to make adjustments and try it on to see if you need to make those changes.   Materials Needed: 6mm Crochet Hook Red Heart Comfort Yarn-Hot Pink , 1 ball Red Heart Super Saver Black , approximately 1.5 skeins Stitch Marker Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends) Summary: You can really use any granny square to do this.  It doesn’t have to be the same size or style as mine.  The idea is to make a large granny square, then cinch the top and bottom a lot and the sides a little less.  So if you are using a granny square you already have or one that’s different in size, just start with "Securing into Sweater Shape."  Abbreviations: st = stitch ch = chain sc = single crochet dc = double crochet sl = slip stitch Pattern: Main Body: Row
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Laptop Sleeve

  I just bought a new laptop !  I have been thinking about getting a Chromebook for a long time, so I finally decided to pull the trigger.  I am SO satisfied with it!  It's like having a regular laptop and a tablet all in one.  If you haven't tried Chrome OS yet, you are missing out! Anyway, the only thing this new laptop was missing was a nice sleeve to keep it safe.  So I sat down and got to work on one.  I went with the Rice Stitch and some Red Heart Super Saver Stripes .  I am so happy with how it turned out! Note: This was designed to fit my laptop, but it does stretch to go over my Windows Laptop that is a 15" laptop.  You can customize this pattern by measuring the base chain to make it the same length as your laptop.  Your number of stitches will be different, but you can still follow the basic pattern based off that. Materials Needed: 5.5mm Crochet Hook About 350yd of Worsted Weight Yarn I used a whole skein of  RED HEART Super Saver Yarn, 5 ounces, Bright Stripe
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Stackable Stretchy Rings for Toddlers (Scrunchies)

My son suddenly became obsessed with my only velvet scrunchie.  Out of nowhere, it became an item of comfort and something I could use to get him to listen a bit better, like when he doesn't want me to brush his teeth after he's already had his turn to them himself.   I remembered seeing crocheted scrunchies before, I even made some in my high school days.  So I sat down and knocked out a couple of these without realizing what a great TOY they would be for my 3-year-old.  The next day I made a few more so he had a nice rainbow assortment.  He stacks them, he wears them, he counts them, he tells me their colors, it's hours of entertainment! This pattern is very basic and customizable. Materials Needed: Small amounts of  Worsted Weight Yarn , I just used some scrap balls I had in my stash, most of it was probably Red Heart Super Saver . 6mm Crochet Hook Hair ties or rubber bands, I used these . Stitch Marker  (optional) Tapestry
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Granny Square Market Bag

Materials Needed: Around 590yd of DK yarn, I used Lion Brand Yarn 525-201 Mandala Yarn, Unicorn, 1-Pack 5mm Crochet Hook I also love to use my Boye Ergonomic Crochet Hook Handle , it really makes a difference! Stitch Marker Tapestry needle  (for weaving in ends) Summary: You can really use any granny square to do this.  It doesn’t have to be the same size or style as mine.  The idea is to make a large granny square, then cinch the top and bottom a lot and the sides a little less.  So if you are using a granny square you already have or one that’s different in size, just follow from row 24 on.  The chain 80 is for the straps, so you can adjust those on your preference.  Abbreviations: st = stitch ch = chain sc = single crochet dc = double crochet sl = slip stitch hhdc = herringbone half double crochet Pattern: Row 1: ch 4, sl in 1st ch to form a ring.  Ch 3(counts as stitch), 2dc, ch2, *3dc ch2* repeat from * until you have 4 clusters of dc, sl to top of ch3. Row 2:  sl st to the corner
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