I was delighted to receive my latest copy of Simply Crochet (Issue 49) through the post and find that my little amigurumi kitten Moochi was mentioned! I was happily reading through and there was a feature called 5 Fab Finds where the editor had listed a few things for readers to look out for this […]
Simple Granny Square Baby Blanket
If you are anything like me you will have lots of yarn in your stash and this bright and breezy granny square baby blanket is a great way to use it up! I have lots of half-balls of wool left from the many amigurumi projects that I make and I was searching for a simple […]
Epic Granny Square Blanket Finally Finished!
So I started this blanket 4 years ago!! Yes, you heard that right – 4 years ago. But the good news is that it is finally finished! Woo hoo. I began the blanket when I was quite early on in my crochet journey and this pattern comes from one of the first crochet books that […]
Crochet Tutorials – Slip Knot, Chain Two (Starting Amigurumi)
Learn how to start amigurumi projects with this alternative to the magic ring. I personally use this technique more than the magic ring as I like the clean finish that it produces – plus it is really easy!
Crochet Tutorials – Magic Ring (Starting Amigurumi)
Learn how to create a magic ring in this helpful crochet tutorial by Susan Yeates of Magenta Sky Arts and Crafts. A magic or adjustable ring is used to start many crochet projects including amigurumi toys. The video then shows you how to work into the ring to start off a sphere or simple amigurumi […]
Crochet Basics – Slip Stitch Video Tutorial
Lean how to do a slip stitch with Susan Yeates of iSAYcrochet in this handy video tutorial!
Crochet Basics – Magic Ring Video Tutorial
A magic ring is really hand for starting many projects including Amigurumi dolls and animals. This handy video show you one way of creating a magic ring.
Crochet Basics – Treble Crochet Stitch Video Tutorial
Learn how to crochet a treble crochet (tr) stitch (UK terms, US term = double crochet) with Susan Yeates of iSAYcrochet.
Crochet Basics – Half Treble Stitch Video Tutorial
In this short video tutorial Susan will show you how to create a half-treble stitch (htr) handy for many crochet patterns. UK terms used.
Crochet Basics – Double Crochet Video Tutorial
Learn how to crochet a double crochet stitch (UK terms, US term = single crochet) with Susan Yeates of iSAYcrochet.