Joy of Creation Crochet

 My Urban Stripes Tote pattern is now available in  I Like Crochet, Aug 2024 . Urban Stripes Tote is a captivating bag that boasts a trapezoid silhouette, designed to widen at the top, creating a contemporary and eye-catching profile. The trapezoidal shape not only adds a distinctive flair but also enhances the bag’s functionality, providing ample room at the top for easy access to your belongings. The exterior showcases a symphony of vibrant stripes, offering a playful yet sophisticated aesthetic. Whether you’re strolling through the city streets or attending a social gathering, the “Urban Stripes Tote” effortlessly complements your ensemble, making a bold statement in the world of contemporary fashion. Add this pattern to your  Ravelry  que.

My boho rainbow revival tote is now available in I Like Crochet, April 2024 issue.  Elevate your style with this tote boasting a captivating rainbow shape, adorned with a charming tassel attached to the handle and intricate surface detailing. Perfect for a weekend project, this design is tailored for those with an intermediate skill level. Create a trendy accessory that combines functionality with artistic and sustainable flair. Find the pattern here . Add to your  Ravelry  que.  

This clutch was originally designed for the Happily Hooked Magazine's March 2023 issue. But unfortunately they decided that the February would be their last issue of HHM.  So I decided to publish this pattern for free on my blog. You can also purchase the printable, tech edited pdf on my  Ravelry store. This clutch is a perfect stash busting pattern, especially if you have small balls of the leftover yarn. Or hook this clutch up in a single-color yarn with lurex/metallic thread to match your glam outfit. The clutch can be used without lining too, as the stitches are tight and the fabric is sturdy. It can also be made as a quick gift for your loved ones. Yarn You will need total 240 yards of the yarn (each colour approx 40 yards) plus small amount of white yarn for the edging. Ganga Acrowools Desire, worsted/aran #4 yarn [100% acrylic; 219 yds/200 m per 3.5 oz/100 g skein] 1 skein of DSR010/Pink ( A ) 1 skein of DSR017/Apricot ( B ) 1 skein of DSR013/Light yellow ( C ) 1 skei...

  I had some DK weight cotton yarn in multiple colours. I crocheted this bag using 2 strands together (thickness similar to bulky weight yarn). This bag is very sturdy and you can carry heavy items. This pattern is great for stash busting. I used 9 different colours, but you can use single colour and single strand of worsted or bulky cotton yarn. Materials Cotton yarn DK weight in 9 colours or Worsted/bulky yarn in single colour. 5.5 mm crochet hook  Pair of scissors Yarn needle Abbreviations US terminology ch = chain sl st = slip stitch sc = single crochet dc = double crochet Notes: Use 0.5-1 mm  smaller hook than the size recommended on yarn label. Ch 1 does not count as a dc. Pull beg ch upto the height of dc and then start to work. Ch 4 counts as a dc and ch 1 sp. When crocheting base, join after rounds with sl st into 1st st.  Sc rounds and worked in spiral without joining at the end of round. Pattern: Colour coding: A: Red  B: Orange  C: Yellow  ...

Make this bottle sling carrier with any thickness yarn available with you and for any size bottle. I made this one for my daughter. Materials Cotton yarn (any thickness) Crochet hook suitable for your yarn weight (use smaller hook than recommended on the yarn label.) Pair of scissors Yarn needle Abbreviations US terminology ch = chain sl st = slip stitch sc = single crochet sc-blo = single crochet in back loop only dc = double crochet Notes: Use 1-2 sizes smaller hook than the size recommended on yarn label. Ch 1 does not count as a sc. Ch 3 counts as a dc. When crocheting base, do NOT join after rounds, continue working in spirals. Place a st marker in 1st st to keep the track of number of rounds. Shell stitch = 5 dc in same st Pattern: Base: Base is worked in spirals. Do not join after each round.  Total number of rounds will depend on your yarn thickness, hook size and bottle size. Even though the instructions are given for total 8 rounds, stop when your flat circle ALMOST cover...