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Arcade Waffle Crochet Blanket Pattern

The Arcade Waffle Crochet Blanket is a combination of two beautiful stitches. The raised texture of the waffle stitch is balanced by the stunning look of an arcade stitch border.

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this crochet blanket. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information.

Designing a Stunning Crochet Blanket

A while ago I figured out how to turn the arcade stitch into a blanket border. I just loved how it looked, but sadly it required a complex stitch count and would not work on many blankets. You need a stitch count of 6+3 on each side for the blanket for the border to work.

So instead I decided to create a blanket just for this border. I just love the heavy texture of the waffle stitch and using this stitch I was easily able to come up with the right stitch count for this border. Even better, I was able to size the baby blanket into 7 different blanket sizes to meet your needs.

This stitch combination makes a beautiful crochet baby blanket, but I think it would look amazing as a comforter on a twin, full, queen or even king sized bed.

Crochet Firefighter Gnome Free Pattern

by Lindsey

Can you imagine how brave you have to be to run into a burning building? Firefighters are beyond brave and truly heroes for what they do. They sign up for their job knowing they will be putting themselves in danger. This crochet firefighter gnome pattern is in honor of all the brave firefighters in the world.

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this crochet firefighter gnome. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information. If you would like all of this in a nicely formatted printable format, you can purchase the Ad-Free Large Print PDF Pattern.

Tulip Crochet Dress Free Pattern

by Lindsey

This tulip crochet dress is perfect for summer! With sizes from 12 months to size 8 this dress can be made for most young girls. Plus there are instructions to use this pattern to make a crop top and summer top!

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this tulip crochet dress. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information. If you would like all of this in a nicely formatted printable format, you can purchase the Ad-Free Large Print PDF Pattern.

The Tulip Crochet Dress Beginnings

Last year, together, we designed the Puff Stitch Toddler dress. Lately, I have been getting a lot of requests for a similar dress, but this time with bigger sizes.

So here is the Tulip Crochet Dress. She is the same shape and length as the Puff Stitch Dress but with a simpler design, so she will be easier to make and with 6 different sizes from 12 months to size 8.

To top it off, I decided to add some additional instructions for how to use this pattern to make a crop top and standard summer top. Now you can dress your little girls up all summer long.

Make sure to check out the Casual Cotton Headband, it uses the same yarn and would look stunning with this dress.

Crochet Baby Gnome Free Pattern

by Lindsey

There is a gnome pattern for every occasion and this crochet baby gnome will make a wonderful gift at a baby shower. Use yellow and green yarn for a gender-neutral gift or the traditional pink and blue to indicate gender.

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this crochet baby gnome. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information. If you would like all of this in a nicely formatted printable format, you can purchase the Ad-Free Large Print PDF Pattern or get the pattern with the Special Events Gnome Bundle.

Crochet Garbage Gnome Free Pattern

by Lindsey

In continuation with our profession gnomes, today’s pattern is for a crochet garbage gnome. Can you imagine our life without sanitation workers? It would be stinky for sure. So say thank you with this little gnome.

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this crochet garbage gnome. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information. If you would like all of this in a nicely formatted printable format, you can purchase the Ad-Free Large Print PDF Pattern.

Crochet Tote Square Bottom Bag Free Pattern

by Lindsey

I just love crochet patterns that look more complex then they are. That is definitely the case with the square bottom crochet tote bag. This bag starts with a simple solid granny square then in just a few rows of decreases you have a bag that is perfect for on the go.

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this crochet tote bag. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information. If you would like all of this in a nicely formatted printable format, you can purchase the Ad-Free Large Print PDF Pattern.

A Crochet Tote Bag and Lost Keys

Do you ever have to dump out your entire purse to find your keys? This crochet tote will never hide your keys from you. You just lay the bag on a flat surface and it opens up nice and wide. Shuffle things around just a bit and you will be able to find anything you are looking for.

Crochet Patriotic Gnome Free Pattern

by Lindsey

This crochet patriotic gnome is ready for the fourth of July. Let him represent your patriotic spirit as he joins your crochet gnome collection. If you love gnomes, make sure to check out all the crochet gnome patterns.

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this crochet patriotic gnome. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information. If you would like all of this in a nicely formatted printable format, you can purchase the Ad-Free Large Print PDF Pattern.

Crochet Military Gnome Free Pattern

by Lindsey

This crochet military gnome is proud to serve our country and makes a wonderful thank you gift to someone who has served. Both the Navy and Army gnome use the same pattern with different colors.

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this crochet military gnome. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information. If you would like all of this in a nicely formatted printable format, you can purchase the Ad-Free Large Print PDF Pattern.

Crochet Flower Granny Square Pattern + Video

by Lindsey

This crochet flower granny square is so pretty that it really deserves a project to use it on. I was going to do a beautiful pattern for a Mother’s Day Crochet along and it had to be canceled. Since the square was so lovely, I thought I would share it with you now. Maybe this fall we can use it for a pretty pattern.

Below you will find the written pattern for this granny square as well as a video tutorial. Make sure to read the notes on how to change the stitch count of this square to make it easier to use in your projects.

There are also instructions for how to get the premium printable PDF pattern for free.

Crochet Flower Granny Square

This is the first time I have ever designed a crochet granny square. I have to say the challenge was invigorating. This pattern was designed to work with a beautiful shawl, will look amazing in a blanket or afghan, and bordering other projects.

Crochet Angel Gnome Free Pattern

by Lindsey

Do you ever feel like you have an angel watching over you? Do you need an angel watching over you? this little crochet angel gnome is happy to take up the task. Place him (or her) on a shelf to keep an eye on you as you go about your day.

Below you will find the complete pattern and instructional photos for this crochet scientist gnome. You will also find all the materials, stitches, gauge, and sizing information. If you would like all of this in a nicely formatted printable format, you can purchase the Ad-Free Large Print PDF Pattern.