Month: January 2021

This Week’s Video Tutorial – “The Up and Down Stitch”
Patterns - Blankets and Afghans . Video TutorialsThis week’s video is highlighting the stitch called the “Up and Down”Stitch, or the “Griddle Stitch” or the “Lemon Peel” stitch. It is a very easy stitch combination and really Read more

Introducing “The Winter Shades of Blue” Ribbed Scarf Pattern
Patterns-ScarvesThe “Winter Shades of Blue” Ribbed Scarf Crochet Scarf One Size – Adult Designed By: Christine Longe of Lakeview Cottage Kids The photographs and patterns included in this document are Read more

It’s Mid-January! Time for “The Winter Cowl” Pattern!!!
Patterns-CowlsThis week I am launching a fun, easy and so cute pattern that I am calling “The Winter Cowl”. It is a fast and lovely cowl to wear with a Read more

Valentine Roundup for Little Girls!!
Ready Made Hats . RoundupsWell, we have just finished the Christmas holiday……on to Valentine’s Day! With that thought in mind, this is my second roundup this week here on the blog that highlights patterns Read more

Weekly Video Stitch Tutorial – “Baby Bobbles”
Blankets and Afghans . How To's . Patterns - Blankets and Afghans . Video TutorialsThis week my highlighted video tutorial is for the “Baby Bobbles” Stitch. It is so easy and has such a lovely texture. I am including my video here so you Read more

So Cute Valentine Hats!!!
Patterns - Hats - Baby . Patterns - Hats - Children . Roundups
Weekly Pattern Launch – “Cables and Braids” Oversized Scarf
Patterns-ScarvesMy first pattern for 2021 is a beautiful oversized scarf that I have named the “Cables and Braids” Oversized Scarf! I just love this one because of the heavy texture Read more

How to Add a Fleece Lining to a Hat
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