These are some of my most recent self-published patterns.
To purchase any of the patterns, go to www.crocheting-patterns.com or www.theknittingvault.com.
The perfect hostess gift for the holidays, this mitten potholder works up quick with kitchen cotton and single crochet stitches. The cuff sports textured double crochet popcorn stitches. The two-layered, hand sized potholder not only protects from burns but looks good doing so.
This jolly little snowman would look great perched on your mantel or shelf for Christmas! He is worked almost entirely in single crochet using Lion Brand Wool-Ease. The little red mittems and shaped black boots are worked as part of the arms and legs, which means less sewing when putting him together.
Using simple crochet stitches, this scarf pattern features a nice wavy shape. The lace created by the chain stitches make this a nice accent piece for warm weather wear.
4 lovely beaded chokers in one pattern! The heart, flower, picot, and shell chokers sport pretty beads that are strung on the thread and then placed as the choker is crocheted. All chokers tie closed at the back of the neck.
Perfect for a Thanksgiving hostess gift, these potholders are double thick for protecting hands and countertops.
Make a colorful retro poncho for Fall! Worked with 3 strands of fingering yarn held together, this poncho gets its "painted" look by changing one strand of color every 2-3 rounds.
Have fun with a hot halter top! The midriff provides tummy coverage. The halter ties at the neck and center back. Make it in cotton to keep you cool on those hot summer days.
This hat and scarf set is made with soft and fluffy polyester yarn. The light as a feather scarf has lots of danglies as does the top of the hat.
This unique wrap provides a new use for those beautiful doilies! You can use purchased doilies or doilies that you've made yourself. Arrange the doilies in a rectangle or U-shape, then crochet them together with matching thread. Finally, a border is crocheted around the doilies with beads and dangles added.
The doily wrap was offered as a workshop at the 2004 Crochet Guild of America (CGOA) conference, Chain Link. For more information, go to www.crochet.org.
A cute watermelon wreath that is easy to make and just ripe for summer! Hang it on a door or on the wall. It is made in two pieces that are crocheted together, stuffing as you go. Then add the bow and you're done!
This fun chenille purse is fast to make with Lyon Brand's Thick & Quick Chenille. The purse closes by fastening the rose on the front over a fancy button. Line it with satin to create a luxurious purse perfect for that special prom dress or night out on the town!
Made with Bernat Baby Coordinates, this super soft bear sports a halo, wings, and a ruffled dress.
This pattern contains two variations of an easy-to-make Granny Scarf. The first variation (shown) features a fun "lollipop" fringe. The second variation features flower shaped buttons worked onto the ends of a slip stitched "finger" fringe.
This adorable baby doll was inspired by a Rushton doll I had as a girl in the 1960's. Made with Bernat's Baby Coordinates, she is snuggly soft and cuddly and just right for that special little girl.
Inspired by a wallpaper pattern, this granny afghan features lush colors and a raised flower in the center of each square.
Worked in luscious shades of pink, this unusual granny afghan features off-center squares assembled on the diagonal.
This cute doily would make a perfect Valentine's or Mother's Day gift. Make it in the shaded pinks shown, a nice bright red, or even hot pink.
A great gift for the Irish lady in your life, this doily is for the experienced doily maker. The doily features a green rose at the center with little clovers throughout the rounds and along the outer edge.
This spring doily can be made in 3 sizes: S, M, and L. The pattern was inspired by the layered spikes of blooming lilac flowers.
Inspired by the pattern and colors of cozy flannel shirts, this scarf is quick and easy to make with an N hook. The scarf is worked entirely in single crochet with some of the stitches worked "long" into previous rows.
This sunny crocheted flower belt sports bright yellow centers with a green and white edging. It can easily be worked to fit any size and would look very cute with a pair of jeans!
