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Crochet Puppy Amigurumi Pattern
ByJoanne Loh February 11, 2014January 14, 2026

I "Ruff" U, Tammy, the crochet puppy is here to wish you all Happy Valentine's Day!!! Designed by the utterly talented Amigurumi-an, Lee Mei Li of AmiguruMEI, Tammy, the cuteness overload amigurumi puppy is going to melt everybody's heart. Crochet it and give it to your loved one today. Let Tammy be the cupid of...

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Star Stitch Crochet Tote Bag Pattern
ByJoanne Loh January 7, 2014October 25, 2024

It is a brand new year, and let me start the year by sharing this beautiful Star Stitch Crochet Tote Bag pattern & tutorial, crocheted from jute twine. This Star Stitch crochet pattern is the recent inspiration I got from a Japanese magazine. At first glance, I knew I got to crochet a project with...

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Beginners | Christmas Crafts | Crochet Animals & Amigurumi Patterns | For Baby | For Her | For Him | For Kid | Stuffed Animals | Toys | Winter Crafts | Yarn

Crochet Polar Bear Amigurumi Pattern
ByJoanne Loh December 16, 2013October 24, 2024

Snuggle up to winter with this cute Bubblegum Crochet Polar Bear Amigurumi. Crochet pattern and tutorial contributed by the utterly talented amigurumi designer, Lee Mei Li of AmiguruMEI. If you love the purple sleepy owl, Mr. Murasaki, you will love this Amigurumi Polar Bear as well. Snow arrives early this year, some parts of the...

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Snowflakes Coasters Crochet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh November 22, 2013October 24, 2024

Let's keep the momentum of holiday crafting going!!! Here is another Christmas crochet project for table setting, a set of Snowflakes Coasters, perfect for the upcoming festive celebration. You may have already seen the "sneak preview" of them in the Poinsettia Napkin Ring, here is the pattern and tutorial to make yours today! If you...

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Poinsettia Napkin Ring Crochet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh November 15, 2013October 24, 2024

This year, I would like to kick off the Christmas craft with these beautiful and elegant Poinsettia Christmas Napkin Rings. Red is always the right choice to represent Christmas. Thus, making red Christmas napkin rings with the crochet poinsettia pattern will surely bring the holiday atmosphere into your house. Your guests will be so pleased...

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Beginners | Crochet Animals & Amigurumi Patterns | Fall Crafts | For Baby | For Her | For Him | For Kid | Stuffed Animals | Toys | Yarn

Owl Amigurumi - Mr Murasaki
ByJoanne Loh October 9, 2013October 24, 2024

Get the free amigurumi crochet pattern to make this cute 3" tall amigurumi owl stuffed animal.
Mr. Murasaki is an introvert through and through. He finds it exhausting to be around people. His favorite pastime includes napping in the hollows of newly-discovered trees – just to “test them out”, he says.

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Crocodile Stitch Crochet Drawstring Purse Pattern
ByJoanne Loh August 20, 2013October 25, 2024

Have you ever heard of the crocodile stitch crochet pattern? It's super popular and creates a cool scale-like design. I recently tried it out and made a cute drawstring purse. It's perfect for a fun weekend out or for enjoying a lovely tea time with friends. Let's learn how to crochet it and make a...

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Crochet Ruffled Flower Pattern
ByJoanne Loh July 29, 2013October 24, 2024

If you have some stashed yarns piling up in your craft room, you may want to make this crochet ruffled flower as a little gift to giveaway. Head down to the free crochet flower pattern section for the written pattern. This is a quick and easy project that you can finish within an hour. You...

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Floor Mat Knitting Pattern
ByJoanne Loh June 11, 2013October 24, 2024

It has been more than a week since I officially moved into my new home... YAY.... finally!!! I knitted this simple garter stitch floor mat/rug with braided cotton clothesline rope some times ago in preparation for the new house, I am glad that I can put it on the floor of my entrance at last....

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Piggy Amigurumi Crochet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh May 31, 2013October 24, 2024

Hello there, fellow crocheters! We've got a treat for you, and it's not just any old treat. Imagine the cuteness of a piggy amigurumi combined with the delectability of a Chinese steamed bun - that's what we've got for you today. Prepare your hook and yarn because we have a lovely little piggy amigurumi that looks...

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DIY Christmas Tree Ornaments
ByJoanne Loh December 13, 2012November 21, 2024

Christmas is just around the corner, so let's make some easy Christmas crafts for the kids. Today, we have a DIY tutorial on how to make a quick Styrofoam Christmas Tree Ornament. Decorate your home with these Christmas tree ornaments tree to spur up the festive atmosphere during this holy season. When the year is...

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Floral Picnic Basket
ByJoanne Loh September 14, 2012October 24, 2024

A simple hemp basket can be refashioned into a beautiful picnic basket with the help of this tutorial. You can embellish it by crocheting some flowers and leaves, attaching a strap, and adding a button. Fall is romantic, with this "mood swing", I refashioned my hemp basket to become a lovely Fall Floral Picnic Basket...

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Giant Doily Crochet Rug Pattern
ByJoanne Loh July 13, 2012October 24, 2024

All you need is a crochet rug of this famous Giant Doily Rug to spice up your floor and the home decor instantly. Let's get the free crochet pattern and the supplies to make yours today! Blown up your doily and move it from table to floor!!!! A giant doily crochet rug or a crochet...

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Crochet Basket Pattern
ByJoanne Loh July 6, 2012October 24, 2024

Make your hemp basket with this crochet basket pattern & tutorial. It is a quick and easy crochet basket pattern to crochet and can be completed within 2 hours. Let's get the free crochet pattern on how to make this rustic basket. With just a little of your time and craft supplies, your hand can...

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Free Knitting Bag Pattern
ByJoanne Loh June 14, 2012October 25, 2024

After many days of knitting, sewing, photographing, and preparing patterns and tutorials, I am excited to share the free pattern for the Knitting Bag I created from the Entrelac knitting piece. I am overjoyed with the outcome; I never thought it could be so perfect and practical! At first, I just blindly made the Entrelac...

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How To Do Entrelac Knitting
ByJoanne Loh May 25, 2012October 24, 2024

When I first stumbled upon this entrelac knitting pattern, I was immediately captivated by its beautiful interwoven squares. The design is truly remarkable, and I'm excited to make it myself. Join me in learning how to knit this beautiful entrelac pattern with detailed written instructions. The best part is that it comes with well-explained video...

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African Flower Purse Pattern - How To Crochet
ByJoanne Loh April 13, 2012October 25, 2024

After much anticipation, I have finally completed the tutorial for creating the African Flower Crochet Purse, a project I've been eager to work on for a while. Keep reading for a step-by-step guide on how to crochet this stunning bag. It is the one I planned to design and make since seeing Mia's African Flower...

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Knit Cover Up Pattern
ByJoanne Loh March 10, 2012October 24, 2024

You don't need an excuse to make this fashionable drapery neckline knit cover up. You know you need it in your wardrobe, so knit it up. It's ideal for summer beach cover-ups or as an extra layer in your casual OOTD. This is a simple knitting pattern that is suitable for beginners. All you need...

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Easy Flower Brooch Crochet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh February 25, 2012October 24, 2024

This is a simple crochet flower brooch pattern that you can make several of. It's a great crochet pattern for repurposing scrap yarns into accessories and embellishments. If you like the simple crochet scrunchie pattern, you probably are going to like this crochet pattern of an easy flower brooch. It is a quick crochet project...

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Knit Capelet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh January 1, 2012October 24, 2024

I managed to knit another quick project over the Christmas holiday while spending time with friends and family. I knit this little fur capelet with the eyelash novelty yarn that I had leftover from the Slouchy Beanie Hat. Scroll down to get the free knit capelet pattern. I couldn't believe how cheap this yarn is...

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Simple Slouch Beanie Hat Pattern
ByJoanne Loh December 20, 2011October 24, 2024

Do you ever want a quick and simple knit beanie pattern to whip up in 2 hours? Super bulky yarn is a great way to cut down on knitting time, together with the simple knitting pattern, making this simple slouch beanie pattern perfect for last-minute knitting. Not to mention the soft eyelash yarn that keeps you...

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Chunky Knit Scarf Pattern & Tutorial
ByJoanne Loh December 6, 2011October 24, 2024

Let's create a cozy chunky knit scarf using pom-pom or marshmallow yarn to stay warm during the cold winter. This simple pattern includes a video tutorial to guide you through the process. If you saw my green scarf before, this pink scarf is also made of similar chunky yarn, specifically pom-pom yarn. However, I approached...

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Crochet Patterns | Fall Crafts | Home Decor | Intermediate | Thanksgiving Crafts | Yarn

Crochet Turkey Coasters Pattern
ByJoanne Loh November 14, 2011October 24, 2024

How can one think of Thanksgiving without thinking of turkey!!! Here is the crochet pattern to make turkey coasters or hang them up as ornaments and decorations. Crochet turkey theme crafts to celebrate your Thanksgiving with. I was inspired by a flower potholder found on Pinterest to come up with this turkey coasters crochet pattern....

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Locker Hook: Indigo Dial Trivet
ByJoanne Loh October 29, 2011October 24, 2024

Today, I am very excited and feel honored to have Theresa here to show us how to make this beautiful locker hook trivet. It is such eye candy and perfect for your dining or coffee table. Theresa also included a video of another similar trivet tutorial. So, sit back and enjoy watching it. To see...

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Beginners | Form | Core | Halloween Crafts | Home Decor | Kid Crafts | Yarn

Halloween Candy Corn Memo Holder
ByJoanne Loh October 19, 2011October 25, 2024

Seems like the spiders are bothering my Halloween crafts lately...hmmm... They had got to my pumpkin basket and mummy holder, and now they are irritating my poor candy corn memo holder. See how creepy and eerie my Candy Corn Memo Holder is... oh!!!! This candy corn memo holder is perfect for desk decor during the...

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Crochet Pencil Holder In Bunny Design
ByJoanne Loh August 10, 2011October 25, 2024

This bunny holder amigurumi is not quite a usual "amigurumi" that we stuffed with poly-fill. Click to view how it is done.

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Mini Pom Pom
ByJoanne Loh August 8, 2011October 24, 2024

This is a rather quick and easy tutorial to make mini pom-pom with your own 2 fingers, some yarns and a pair of scissors. If you need some mini pom-pom to make, this is a quick tutorial to refer to. It started when I need some mini pom-pom urgently for a crochet craft and I...

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Amigurumi Baby Sheep Crochet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh July 22, 2011October 24, 2024

After making Pom-pom Shaun The Sheep and Shirley Sheep Earmuffs, I knew that Timmy will be my next sheep project. Here he is, presented in the form of a crochet stuffed animal, amigurumi Baby Sheep Amigurumi and I hope you all like it. All you need are some white, black, and yellow yarns and safety eyes...

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Baby Chick Amigurumi Pattern
ByJoanne Loh June 18, 2011October 24, 2024

Remember Jenny And Teddy Etsy shop that I mentioned in my How-To Amigurumi tutorial? Jane, the girl behind the shop who sells amigurumi patterns and the finished dolls. She is here to teach us how to crochet a little cutie baby chick amigurumi. Baby Chick Amigurumi Crochet Pattern scroll ⬇️ to get the free crochet...

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How To Weave A Basket - Easy Way
ByJoanne Loh May 27, 2011October 22, 2024

Basket weaving hasn't been so easy with this method: weave around a cardboard frame. Originally, I saw this easy basket-weaving method in a Japanese craft magazine; I searched around for the template but couldn't find it anywhere locally or online. So, I built it based on my dimensions. I would say that this is a...

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How To Substitute Yarns In Amigurumi
ByJoanne Loh May 23, 2011October 23, 2024

I am honored to have Stacey from Fresh Stitches to be today's guest tutor. She is going to show us how to substitute Amigurumi yarn and also how to choose the correct hook for the yarn. I have touched a little about this topic in my recent amigurumi post of How To Amigurumi, and today,...

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How To Amigurumi - An Introduction To Beginners
ByJoanne Loh May 6, 2011October 24, 2024

I heard friends and readers asking me how to do amigurumi, including patterns, materials, tools & tips, etc.... you will find all the answers in this post: How To Amigurumi!!! Frankly speaking, just like all other crafts, to make a decent looking amigurumi is not easy but it is not hard as you thought too....

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African Flower Granny Crochet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh April 25, 2011October 24, 2024

Aren’t these flower crochet motifs so aesthetically pleasing? It is a crochet African flower. Come, let me show you what they are and how to crochet them. Do read on to find out why they’re called African Flower granny, and get the free crochet pattern below. This African flower crochet pattern is suitable for beginner-level crocheters, and it takes less...

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Butterfly, Flower & Leaf Crochet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh April 12, 2011October 24, 2024

I love making small ornaments for embellishment, and here are the Spring motif crochet patterns of butterfly flower leaves. Since the butterfly flower leaf crochet pattern only has 2 rounds of crochet, thus, they are pretty simple and quick to make. You can use stash yarns or lace threads of various colors to crochet, the...

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Dolly LampShade Cover Crochet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh April 2, 2011October 24, 2024

Give your old lamp a fun and stylish upgrade with a custom crochet lampshade cover! You can easily breathe new life into any room by transforming a plain lampshade into a charming accent piece that perfectly matches your home décor. This simple yet delightful project allows you to showcase your personal style and brighten up...

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Mini Crochet Egg Amigurumi Pattern
ByJoanne Loh March 28, 2011October 24, 2024

I have always wanted to crochet egg amigurumi for Easter, and I am pleased to have made it this year. Since there are quite a few free crochet patterns of real-sized eggs on the internet, I decided to design my own mini Easter eggs instead. As a matter of fact, I got this idea after...

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Lace Trim Handkerchief
ByJoanne Loh February 17, 2011October 24, 2024

This lace trim handkerchief is a straightforward and quick project to complete. You just need to have some basics:If you major in crochet: You need to know how to do blanket-stitch and use a sewing machine for zig-zag stitch. If you major in sewing: You need to know how to crochet chain, single crochet stitch, and...

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Sheep EarMuffs For Kid Crochet Pattern
ByJoanne Loh January 12, 2011October 24, 2024

Kids will adore these adorable Sheep crochet EarMuffs that you can create. Make them adorable while keeping them warm. They will sense your love for them. "Watching the snow accumulated outside your window, this winter is sure freezingly cold", my heart whispering when watching the news about the cool winter weather. It is fun to...

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Loop Stitch Shaggy Bag in Purple
ByJoanne Loh January 5, 2011October 25, 2024

It's 2011!!! Happy New Year, Happy New Decade!!!! Happy New Bag!!!! I made this crochet loop stitch shaggy bag for my mum after she complimented the green shaggy bag I showed her. This one is slightly bigger as per her request. And, my new year resolution is... "To be more organized with time and practice...

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Crochet Christmas Coaster Pattern
ByJoanne Loh December 19, 2010October 24, 2024

Are you done with Christmas crafting? I am almost done, and I am so happy to have designed and made some Christmas theme home decor this year. This is a poinsettia-inspired crochet Christmas Coaster. Let's follow the free crochet pattern given below to make some for yourself or for friends. A week ago, I felt...

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How To Crochet A Basket Weave Pattern Baby Blanket
ByJoanne Loh November 24, 2010October 24, 2024

Get the basket weave pattern and tutorial on how to crochet this beautiful baby blanket. Be it as a gift or for personal use, it sure warms the hearts of your loved ones. I made this for my godson and hope that he will love this forever. What is A Basket Weave Pattern I was...

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Crochet Koala Amigurumi Pattern
ByJoanne Loh November 8, 2010October 24, 2024

I found a Crochet Koala Amigurumi Pattern in the Woman's Day website and I have some off-white and gray organic cotton yarns on hand, so I made a pair of these small little stuffed koalas for my kids in reverse color. [Update: Sorry that Woman's Day has removed the pattern link, please get the pattern...

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