Heidi Gustad is a knitting, crochet and yarn crafts designer obsessed with primary colors and clean lines. In addition to designing patterns, she blogs, co-hosts the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, teaches workshops, & produces and hosts videos for a variety of craft industry clients. You can keep up with her designs and more by following her blog, Hands Occupied and searching your favorite social network for the username handsoccupied.
The crocodile stitch might look intimidating, but once you’ve mastered it, you’ll love incorporating it into your crocheted pieces, from items to wear to home décor! Once you’ve got it down, practice your skills with the adorable Owl See You at School Backpack pattern in this issue .
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Ch 25 (multiple 6 sts +1)
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across. (24 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, *sk next 2 sc, 7 dc in next st, sk next 2 sts, sc in next st; rep from * around, join with sl st. Change to MC, turn.
Rnd 3: Ch
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Hook up a colorful, easy throw pillow in no time! This geometric throw pillow plays with classic crochet shapes and color at a bulkier gauge to create something fun for your favorite chair.
View ProjectFrom the August 2018 issue
Decreasing in crochet doesn’t have to be difficult! Keep reading for a step-by-step guide that demonstrates two ways to easily crochet decrease in your projects. Then, practice what you’ve learned in the Purr-fect Backpack pattern.
View ProjectFrom the August 2018 issue
The crocodile stitch might look intimidating, but once you’ve mastered it, you’ll love incorporating it into your crocheted pieces, from items to wear to home décor! Once you’ve got it down, practice your skills with the adorable Owl See You at School Backpack pattern in this issue .
View ProjectFrom the August 2018 issue
Making legs for your crocheted toys shouldn’t be stressful. This tutorial will show you, step by step, how to make amigurumi legs! Then, practice what you’ve learned in the Clever Critter Pencil Case pattern.
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This set of two fruit-inspired keychains adds flair to any purse. On trend and great for making for teens, these are a fun and fast way to create something cute.
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Chunky yarn combined with a bit of nylon strapping and some macrame know — how create this thick and sturdy messenger bag, perfect for school books or your laptop. Are you confused about the macrame technique? Check out our video near the bottom of the pattern for a quick tutorial!
View ProjectFrom the February 2018 issue
These toddler mary janes are easy to make and are endlessly adorable. With some basic crochet skills like working in the round and easy increases and decreases, you can whip up a pair for every adorable little girl on your gift list.
View ProjectFrom the October 2017 issue
Ch 25 (multiple 6 sts +1)
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across. (24 sc)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, *sk next 2 sc, 7 dc in next st, sk next 2 sts, sc in next st; rep from * around, join with sl st. Change to MC, turn.
Rnd 3: Ch
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