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Modern Boho Hanging Crochet Basket

By Nicki Byrnes As seen in the April issue of Crochet World With its prominent texture and use of earthy colors, this hanging basket gives modern boho vibes. The neutral off-white yarn paired with the warm mustard lend to the creative and carefree bohemian aesthetic. The wrapped embellishment around the strap creates an eclectic feelContinue reading “Modern Boho Hanging Crochet Basket”

Gingham Grove Dishcloth 🍊🍓Crochet Design & Pattern

Check out my fun new crochet dishcloth pattern! Pretty as a picnic with gingham, ruffles, and fruit.

The 4 P’s of Crochet: Also, a Mother’s Day Poem

By Nicki Byrnes May 12, 2024 Note: A few years ago, I got a glimpse of what life would look like without my mom. I didn’t like it. In 2008, I saw my cousins lose their mom and navigate insurmountable grief. I didn’t like it. And a few years ago, what started out as aContinue reading “The 4 P’s of Crochet: Also, a Mother’s Day Poem”

How to Design a Crochet Sweater: Step-by-Step Guide

By Nicki Byrnes February 15, 2025 Looking to design your own sweater but unsure where to start? I’m here to guide you through each step so you can bring your crochet dreams to life with confidence. I understand how difficult it is to go from an idea for a crochet piece to actually creating it.Continue reading “How to Design a Crochet Sweater: Step-by-Step Guide”

How to Design a Crochet Sweater: Intro

Have a crochet sweater design in your head you’d love to make? Clueless how to get started? Let me show you how to take that idea and figure out how to make it, from learning where to get standard size measurements to figuring out how many stitches and rows you will need to crochet it yourself.

Read About My Retro Revival Granny Square Sweater

By Nicki Byrnes January 30, 2024 I’m so excited to share my Retro Revival Granny Square Sweater design is out now in the latest issue of I Like Crochet! When I saw their call for submissions seeking a sweater design with granny square sleeves, I pictured a mock neck cropped sweater that mimicked a knitContinue reading “Read About My Retro Revival Granny Square Sweater”

Start the New Year in Swirly Socks!

January 4, 2024 What a fun way to kick off 2024. My swirly socks are featured in the latest issue of Simply Crochet magazine, which is full of fun fractal-inspired designs! In the Fall, the magazine reached out to see if I would commission a pair of socks inspired by the image below. This feltContinue reading “Start the New Year in Swirly Socks!”

Need Last Minute Crochet Gift Ideas? Look No Further!

December 14, 2023 December is flying by at lightning speed. I feel it, so others must too. If you’re looking for quick crochet projects that can be made with minimal time, yarn, and effort, I’ve compiled the perfect list for you. They make great gifts for family, friends, teachers, neighbors, and so on. Beginners canContinue reading “Need Last Minute Crochet Gift Ideas? Look No Further!”

‘Tis the Season to Make Mini Crochet Elves Using Scrap Yarn and Old Wine Corks

By Nicki Byrnes November 10, 2023 Do you have a stash of old wine corks you’ve saved “just in case?” How about a collection of yarn scraps, because, “you never know”? Good news – I have the perfect winter project to use them up and create timely holiday gifts or festive winter decor. At justContinue reading “‘Tis the Season to Make Mini Crochet Elves Using Scrap Yarn and Old Wine Corks”