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Free pattern alert!Apr 30th
2013Give a tried cardie a fresh look for summer with these trendy crochet buttons… Make sure you’re signed up to our newsletter before Thursday to receive this free pattern straight into your inbox. These buttons are the perfect quick make for over the long bank holiday, and a great and easy way to upcycle some [...]
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Crochet a Granny Square scarf, just like TGBSB’s AnnApr 22nd
2013We’re all hooked on The Great British Sewing Bee, and now we have another reason to love it – contestant Ann’s amazing Granny Square crochet scarf she wore in this week’s episode! If you fancy hooking up your own version, you can use any Granny Square patterns and join them together – like Ann’s, we [...]
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Free Pattern! Mr & Mrs RobotApr 11th
2013We absolutely love this free pattern from Crochet Today! by Christen Haden. Talk about love at first sight! YARN RED HEART Super Saver, 7oz/198g skeins, each approx 364yd/333m (acrylic) 1 skein each: • #400 Grey Heather (A) • #313 Aran (B) • #319 Cherry Red (C) • #312 Black (D) • #722 Pretty ’n Pink [...]
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Four free lucky clover patternsMar 15th
2013To help you prepare for Sunday’s celebrations we’ve put together four of our favourite free four leaf clovers (try saying that five times fast!) clockwise from the left: small hearts clover How to Crochet a Heart | rainbow clovers INGTHINGS (brighten up my day) | lacy clover Crafty Beats | simple clover The Toddler Whisperer [...]
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Free pattern! Gnome keyring from AnnemarieJan 30th
2013Annemarie’s Haakblog is a wonderful place to spend time and pick up inspiration for new projects. So we were thrilled when Annemarie agreed to stop by and share this adorable pattern for a pocket gnome with us. Enjoy! Materials needed: Red, white, off-white and blue yarn Black embroidery thread A crochet hook size 2.5mm Fyberfill [...]
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Free afghan pattern from Winkie FlashJan 23rd
2013Today we have something extra-special for you lovely readers as Wink from A Creative Being has stopped by to share her pattern for a groovy afghan inspired by a psychedelic blanket from Etsy. So over to Wink… This pattern uses US crochet terms – check out The Making Spot’s full list and conversions here You [...]
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Free Pattern! Trained toy sealJan 2nd
2013Our friends at Crochet Today! have a fantastic range of patterns on their website. Today we thought we’d share with you one of our favourite seaside friends, this adorable seal! Here is what you need to make your very own… Yarn RED HEART Soft Yarn, 5oz/140g balls, each approx 256yd/234m (acrylic) 1 ball #9440 Light [...]
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Free pattern! Crochet necklacesDec 15th
2012These gorgeous crochet necklaces have been designed by Carol Meldrum and are available to download for free on The Making Spot. The necklaces are worked in a 100% cotton 4ply yarn, and have a button and loop fastening which can be worn as a decoration to the side or front. The design can easily be [...]
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