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“Christmas C2C Coaster Set” – The Perfect Beginner C2C Project!!
Crochet Coaster Patterns . News . Patterns - Christmas . Patterns - DecorIf you are new to C2C crochet, this project is a perfect one for you! You can use any #4 weight yarn that you have in your stash or you Read more

You Will Want This Lovely Christmas Afghan Pattern!!
Blankets and Afghans . News . Patterns - Blankets and Afghans . Patterns - Christmas . Patterns - Decor . Video TutorialsThis pattern is such fun to make and turns out so pretty!! It is a perfect project for someone wanting to learn the C2C crochet technique and simple colorwork. The Read more

The “Snowbank Beanie and Cowl Set” Available Now!
Blog Hops . News . Patterns - Christmas . Patterns - Hats - Adult Women . Patterns-CowlsWhen the North Winds start blowing and the snow drifts start piling up, this lovely and stylish set will keep you snuggly warm! It is called the “Snowbank Beanie and Read more

The “12 Days of Christmas” Blog Hop October 27 through November 7th!!
Blog Hops . News . Patterns - ChristmasClick Here for All “12 Days of Christmas” Blog Hop Directions and Coupon Codes Click Here to Purchase the “12 Days of Chritmas” Pattern Bundle On Wednesday, October 27th, the Read more

Would you like to be a Pattern Tester for Lakeview Cottage Kids?
NewsClick Here for the Lakeview Cottage Kids “Pattern Tester Application” Form Have you been looking into pattern testing? Do you have at least Advancd Beginner or Intermediate Crochet skills? Are Read more

October Is SO BUSY!!!!! The “October Fall Fashion Blog Hop” is Coming, Too!!!!
Blog Hops . News . Patterns - All Sizes . Patterns-Scarves . Patterns-Shawls and WrapsClick Here for the E’Claire Makery Blog The “October Fall Fashion Blog Hop” will be running throughout the month of October! Claire at the E’Claire Makery blog is sponsoring it. Read more

The “Autumn Exclusives” Blog Hop is Coming in October!!
NewsClick Here for the CosyRosieuk.com Blog Beginning on October 1st and continuing until October 20th, Fiona over at the CosyRosieuk.com blog is sponsoring the “Autumn Exclusives” blog hop! 40 different Read more

The “Hope” Beanie | The Crochet Cancer Challenge Starts October 1, 2021!!!!
News . Patterns - Hats - Adult WomenClick Here for SweetPotato3.com This Crochet Cancer Challenge was started 7 years ago by Christine Naugle at theSweetPotato3.com blog. It was in honor of one of her beloved relatives who died Read more

The “Crochet Cancer Challenge 2021” Is Almost Here!!!!
NewsI am very pleased to be joining a long list of crochet pattern designers for the 2021 “Crochet Cancer Challenge”! This wonderful event is sponsored by Christine Naugle at SweetPotato3.com. Read more

If you have been looking for a pattern for a quick project, I think you will like this one. This coaster set is perfect for the beginner crocheter and is Read more

Be sure to visit the Sunflower Cottage Crochet Blog for the “Preemie Crochet Challenge”. This is a blog hop and has been going on since September 1st and will be Read more

30% Sale on Baby Blankets in My Etsy Shop Now!!!
Blankets and Afghans . NewsIf you are looking for a lovely baby shower gift or just a beautiful addition to your special baby’s blanket collection this Spring, be sure to click over to my Read more

The “Spring Lace” Cowl Pattern is Here!!! And, Just in Time for Easter!!!
News . Patterns-CowlsAs we get ready to celebrate Easter at our house, I’ve been looking through my wardrobe for something springy and feminie to wear on Easter Sunday. As I looked through Read more

Tutorials for Crochet Beginners!
How To's . News . Video TutorialsHi Everyone! Happy Almost. Spring! The sun is shining brightly here in South Central Wisconsin!! Kinds of chilly today but the weekend looks like it will be great – 50’s Read more

The “Springtime Crochet Blog Hop” Begins March 1, 2021!!!!
NewsAt the Crochets By Trista Blog Be sure to check out this lovely blog hop starting Monday, March 1st! Trista has brought together over 30 designers and their crochet patterns Read more

The “Baby Bobbles Baby Blanket is Part of the Springtime Crochet Blog Hop!!!
NewsI just love designing baby blankets! I just love making them!! I have probably made hundreds of them for gifts and for customers who have ordered them in my Etsy Read more

Have You Tried the “Jacob’s Ladder” Crochet Stitch Yet?
How To's . News . Patterns-Cowls . Patterns-ScarvesI recently ran across this beautiful stitch called the “Jacob’s Ladder” crochet stitch. It looks so cool and gives a project such a wonderful look and texture! Well, after working Read more

This Week’s Featured Video Tutorial – “The Half Double Crochet” Stitch
NewsThis week I am featuring the half double crochet stitch. This stitch is probably the second or third stitch you learned to crochet. And, if you are just beginning your Read more

Happy New Year!!! End of the Year Pattern Sale December 28 – December 31!!!
NewsHello, Crochet Friend!! I hope that you had a wonderful and merry Christmas!! We definitely had a great time at my house! And now I am looking forward to a Read more

New Blog Hop Starts November 9th at E’Claire Makery!!!
NewsNovember. 9th starts the “Winter Fashion Blog Hop” at the “E’Claire Makery” Blog! Pictured above are all the wonderful patterns that will be available throughout the rest of November. Read more

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