From the October 2022 issue
Nothing quite nails effortless style like a sweater blazer. Create your own with this easy-to-crochet blazer that features a simple stitch pattern, minimal shaping, practical pockets and an optional belt tie. Dress this piece up and down — no matter which style you’re going for, you’ll find yourself grabbing this garment all season long.
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Ready for warm-weather adventures, this transformed top is perfect for any occasion. In less than one day, you can transform a tube top to a truly stunning and trendy piece. From casual strolls on the beach to an elegant night on the town, you can make this top just in time for all your warm-weather escapes.
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From the February 2022 issue
This multipurpose tote allows you to wear it as a shoulder or a handbag, depending on the strap length you choose. It includes a small detachable pocket to easily access your essentials, and a couple of decorative pom-poms made with left-over yarn. The size allows one to carry a 13” computer, without being too big to look like a shopping bag.
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The Maya Mandala Crochet Bag combines textured stitches and colored lines with subtle accents of glassy beaded yarn to create a one-of-a-kind boho style accessory. Once you’ve finished your bag, use the remaining yarn to make a matching pair of Maya Espadrilles Sandals.
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Make your own custom espadrilles sandals by crocheting custom uppers with cotton and linen yarn. Since these fibers lack elasticity, they are perfect for creating a shoe that fits and won’t stretch out. Use leftover yarn from the Maya Mandala Bag to make a perfect match.
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From the February 2021 issue
This oversized, seamless duster cardigan will become an essential in your wardrobe, both in the winter and in the spring. Made with a combination of soft and lightweight yarns, it’s the perfect cardigan to keep you stylish and warm. The pattern pairs simple construction with easy stitches that’s perfect for an advanced beginner or intermediate level crocheter.
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Hanging planters are not just charming, old-school items — they’re attractive space savers that can easily be crocheted. Introducing the Horizon Plant Hanger. By taking a simple shell pattern and mixing it with another shell motif, you’ll be able to create your own hanging plant holder that’s perfect for showing off your indoor greenery.
View ProjectFrom the August 2020 issue
What better stitch to use for a coffee mug cozy than the bean stitch? Soft, puffy and complete with a buttoned closure, this mug cozy puts the “fun” in functional.
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More than often, we are surprised to realize the newest creations work because they freshen up a classic. Granny square for example, is one of the most traditional forms of crochet, however it never gets old. With a touch of retro colors and hypnotizing lines, this granny square top definitely gives you a trendy look.
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From the August 2019 issue
Versatility knows no bounds in this beautiful project. This simply constructed shawl creates a substantial material that can be draped over the shoulders in the cooler evenings, and its longer length makes it a cinch to wear in a cowl-like fashion as the winter months draw closer.
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