June 2009

An economical solution! Link.

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I have been inspired to some granny squares [uhm actually circles but who is measuring] of my own. Join the granny along [organised by pip] – here is how to make these gorgeous granny squares.

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Crochet basics at Planet June : granny square tutorial on crochet Cabana [via princess pea] : Carina has a fantastic visual tutorial to make a granny square : Lucy from the Attic has a granny hexagon tutorial – these are fantastic [via nicole] : granny square necklace tutorial at kootoyoo [via pip]:

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[images: crochet hexagons from the Attic : Granny squares in process by flickr user femkes : gorgeous granny squares all lined up by flickr user sandra juto]

{and just for a laugh this granny square swimsuit

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After much scientific calculation – here are the most popular free patterns on ravelry. These patterns are all available online. Some fantastic designs from hats and socks to jackets and sweaters.

1. february lady sweater by pamela wynne
2. Lace Ribbon Scarf by Veronik Avery published on knitty.com
3. Clapotis by by Kate Gilbert published on knitty.com
4. Saartje’s Bootees by Saartje de Bruijn (available in Dutch and English) Free Ravelry Download [image by hello yarn]
5. Hemlock Ring Blanket by Jared Flood
6. Owls Sweater by Kate Davies
7. Fetching mittens by Cheryl Niamath published at knitty.com
8. Jaywalker socks by Grumperina free ravelry download

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love this crochet bow tie from craftzine

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I love Lecien prints and these projects ROCK! Link.

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this is the darned cutest hat I have seen in a while – Olivia’s butterfly hat – free pattern here.

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some fantastic hat patterns available online for crochet beginners.

1. chunky crochet hat for beginners
2. The Animator’s Hat
3. Peek-a-Boo Flower Hat
4. Polar crochet hat
5. not a hat but a crochet headband
6. Azzies skater hat pattern – make a custom fit beanie

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You could scent these :) Link.

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This is really lovely. Link, via.

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This dude is awesome. Link.

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