By Nicki Byrnes January 30, 2024 I’m so excited to share my Retro Revival Granny Square Sweater crochet design is in I Like Crochet magazine! When I saw the call for submissions seeking a sweater design with granny square sleeves, I knew I wanted to design a mock-neck, cropped sweater in a neutral base thatContinue reading “Read About My Retro Revival Granny Square Sweater”
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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!”
‘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”
Crochet Tools: What You Need to Get Started
By Nicki Byrnes Curious what items you need to crochet? A common theme or obstacle when first learning to crochet is confusion, including what tools and accessories are needed. I have outlined below what you need to get started, as well as a list of what I call “nice to have” items. These are itemsContinue reading “Crochet Tools: What You Need to Get Started”
How to Show Someone You Care on Valentine’s Day
Nicki Byrnes February 2, 2023 There’s a lot to love about Valentine’s Day. A dozen roses, a big box of chocolates, an oversized teddy bear, and a handwritten love note all sound great, but when you cut through all the noise, February 14th is just a day to tell someone you’re grateful they’re in yourContinue reading “How to Show Someone You Care on Valentine’s Day”
How to Cheer on Your Team: Make Your Own Spiritwear
By Nicki Byrnes January 26, 2023 My local team, the Cincinnati Bengals, went to the Super Bowl last year. The city was abuzz with excitement and swathed in orange and black. I didn’t have Bengals spiritwear, so I decided to create an elevated hat design that didn’t look anything like the mass-produced gear sold inContinue reading “How to Cheer on Your Team: Make Your Own Spiritwear”
How to Make Pompoms with Only a Crochet Hook & Faux Fur Yarn
By Nicki Byrnes November 2, 2022 If this basket was a person, she would be loads of fun with a touch of glam! But unlike her persona, she is actually very low maintenance. The most distinctive part of this basket is the faux fur, which is used to add trim and create the pompoms. IContinue reading “How to Make Pompoms with Only a Crochet Hook & Faux Fur Yarn”
How to Make a Puff Stitch Crochet Cowl – Free Pattern
By Nicki Byrnes October 17, 2022 I’m sharing a crochet pattern that is one of my favorite things to make! It is a stitch repeat that is fun and so cute. Just look at those puff stitches! They look like little hearts as you make it, which is adorable. I recommend you wear it upsideContinue reading “How to Make a Puff Stitch Crochet Cowl – Free Pattern”
Where to Start When Learning to Crochet
If you want to learn to crochet, a huge unknown is where to begin. There is an overwhelming amount of videos and articles online to reference, so how do you choose? What step is the first to learn? What exactly are you supposed to be doing with your hands? Is that teacher demonstrating a properContinue reading “Where to Start When Learning to Crochet”
When the Star [Stitches] Align: Exciting News!
By Nicki Byrnes September 26, 2022 A chunky beanie I designed years ago is a crowd pleaser. It’s warm, cozy, cute, and goes with everything. So when my local football team, the Cincinnati Bengals, went to the Super Bowl last year and apparel was hard to find, I decided to adapt my favorite hat accordingly.Continue reading “When the Star [Stitches] Align: Exciting News!”