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This crochet beaded necklace is gorgeous, and you can learn how to make one yourself. Get the free crochet pattern right here and start crocheting one for yourself or a girl's friend. Remember the promise I made at the introduction section of Johanna's guest post? After being inspired by her crochet lace bead, I decided...
If you happened to find some paper cores or paper tubes from your kitchen, toilet, badminton court, craft room, or writing table, please don't throw them away, ... recycle them into these yarn-wrapped pencil holders and get back to school!!!! There are many sources that you can get the paper tube for free, just to...
This is the 3rd raffia yarn crochet project I did in a row, I really get crazy about it. But, after Daisy Brooch, I am going back to my other crafts, like sewing, knitting, etc... they were yelling at me for leaving them alone for too long. Guess what I have to take turns for...
Isn't the summer weather just lovely? Some folks enjoy soaking up the sun, but for me, it's a bit too much. I've decided to make a cute crochet straw hat to keep my head and face protected. I feel like I need this hat all year round, especially with the sun's harmful UV rays around...
This is a drawstring crochet straw beach bag I designed and made with raffia yarn recently. The crochet raffia yarn is thin and flat plastic-like strips, softer than jute and hemp twine. It is easy to crochet, and the result is surprisingly soft and gentle to touch. This shoulder beach bag is made by a double...
Where has the time gone? I can't believe that July is ending..... Actually, I completed this knitted vest for my son in May but am only able to post it now... vest knitting pattern writing is time-consuming. I used circular needles all the way for this knitted vest pattern. Firstly, I can save up a...
Isn't this beautiful??? Learn how to crochet a hat with colorful YoYo puffs. Together with a wide brim, it makes a perfect sun hat for spring and summer. Simply love its cuteness and I am sure every little girl deserves to have one in their lifetime. Recently, I have done 2 halter tops (a knitted...
Have you ever been fascinated with the fabric yo-yo puff to make this and this and this? If you can crochet, I have another version to make it, it is the Crochet Yo-Yo Puff!!!! As you may notice, this is not a normal crochet circular shape, it is a real double-layer puff just like the...
This pretty halter top is suitable for little girls or you could add a round or two to make the square bigger for adult sizes.
This granny square pattern is one of the simplest basic crochet stitches to work on. This square project is perfect for beginners as it requires only small amounts of yarn. Hence, it is a great way to use up your scrap yarn lying around in the cupboard. There are plenty of different crochet square patterns online, but this particular free pattern is a...
Summer is coming for most parts of the world, so as the knitting pattern of this summer cooling bareback halter top for a little girl!!!! My daughter loves it so much, she wishes to wear it every day but if only I made a few for her to interchange lol.... 6 months (read here for...
Crochet a chic designer-inspired bag with the loop stitch. The yarn is made of poly jersey interlock fabric, which gives the bag a lustrous finish.
A crochet loop stitch is also known as a fur stitch, and the abbreviation for Loop Stitch is LS. With our instructions and videos, let's learn how to crochet a loop stitch. We also shared some crochet patterns that make use of this stitch. I discovered these lovely loopy stitches in 2010 when a reader sent...
Look what I have just completed! I told you that I haven't got enough with locker hooking, I just made a locker hook rug. This craft is really hooking me up. If you don't know how to do this, I have the tutorials for it, from the basic preparation to how to locker hook and the finishing touch. Hover...
Let's get into the tutorial on how to make this auspicious Chinese New Year ornament decoration for the Chinese New Year. 恭喜发财， 迎春接福， 新年快乐， 万事如意! 恭贺全球华人庆丰年! These are the common words that we wish each other during Chinese New Year. Hopping best wishes will bring good wealth, happiness, good luck, auspicious, prosperity, good health during...
Here is the last part of the locker hooking craft. We continue from the basic preparation in locker hook and how to locker hook; now, let's finish up the final step on your locker hooking project and make it into drink coasters. Aren't you excited when you are approaching the finish line of a project?...
Now, you have all the materials ready, let's hook and lock the loops!!!! I illustrate the How To Locker Hook with one of the coasters I made for the giveaway. I am currently working on a bigger project for my home, should be able to complete just-in-time for the Chinese New Year which falls on...
I fell in love with hook locking after I bought the book Hook, Loop 'n' Lock: Create Fun and Easy Locker Hooked Projects written by Theresa Pulido last November. The moment I saw the cover I knew I was not going to leave the bookstore until I owned it. Confirmed that I must get one...
In order to complete the Pom-Pom Snowman with a beautiful hat, I crochet a Santa Hat for the snowman ornament to wear. The Santa Hat Crochet Pattern is built from easy and quick-to-make single crochet with continuous rounds and a decrement of stitches. The pom-pom snowman with this Santa Hat is part of the embellishment...
I make this snowman ornament for the Christmas stockings I made for my kids. Click the link to get the tutorial on the final Christmas Stocking. Scroll down for the crochet snowman pattern. This is a quick and easy crochet pattern for a snowman ornament. You can get the crafts supplies easily in the yarn...
If you’re looking for a delightful holiday project to add some festive flair to your Christmas decor, then you’re in for a treat! I’m excited to share this free crochet pattern for a Christmas Tree applique that’s perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike. Whether you want to embellish stockings or holiday cards or simply...
This pom-pom snowman is a great Christmas DIY to make for your Christmas decor and embellishment. I embellished it on my daughter's Christmas Ornament Stocking, which I did at the very last minute just before Christmas. You will see more Christmas ornaments patterns on the stocking tutorial page. This 6" tall pom-pom snowman is made...
Can you believe this little amigurumi Christmas tree pattern has been around since 2009? I just gave it a much-needed update, with clearer instructions and fresh new step-by-step photos to make it easier than ever to follow along. If you’ve been wanting to add something handmade and adorable to your holiday décor, this amigurumi Christmas...
Finally, Shaun The Sheep the Pom Pom Sheep has arrived in Craft Passion..... I know some of you have been waiting to see this Pom Pom Sheep. Sorry to keep you waiting, but I have some good excuses for postponing this tutorial 😬 1. Blame it on the bad weather here. It was raining almost...
Discover how to make your own Pom-Pom Elmo and Cookie Monster with just some yarn, a pom-pom maker, some felt, and some googly eyes. It is a wonderful gift to make, and children will adore receiving them very much! I really hope that you are able to come up with some great gift ideas for...
An eerie black widow Pom-Pom Spider has arrived in Craft Passion to spice up your Halloween!!! This DIY tutorial will teach you how to make a Pom-Pom Spider, which is perfect for Halloween decorations. As an added bonus, the tutorial includes a spider web crochet pattern. When people think of Halloween, they think of Jack...
Can you believe Halloween is just ten days away? I'm still totally obsessed with pom-pom crafts, so I thought it would be fun to create a pom-pom pumpkin in the shape of a Jack O'Lantern. If you want to join in on the fun, I'll show you how to make your very own pom-pom pumpkin...
So, you've made some pom-poms for your project and want to make use of it, to decorate it, etc, but.... the size is too big or you want it in another shape other than round. You need to trim it, of course. Here is the tutorial of an easy way on how to trim and...
Learn the basics of how to make yarn pom poms by using pom pom makers. Create pom-poms for use in a variety of crafts, and then transform them into things like garlands, hair accessories, dolls, and so on. Recently, I fell in love with making Pom Poms. At first, I bought the pom-pom maker just...
Learn how to knit a scarf with Pom Pom yarn to create a Faux Mink Scarf that is super soft and warm. This scarf is great for keeping your neck and shoulders warm on wintry days. You only need to know how to do the knit stitch to complete the scarf. Yarn The yarn I...
Oh, get ready to hook, loop, and swoop your way into the fabulous world of crochet scrunchies! Why, you ask? Well, it’s like mixing a sprinkle of creativity with a dash of DIY magic! Crocheting a scrunchie is not just about tying up your tresses; it’s about crafting your very own hair charmer that whispers,...
I created the crochet pattern for the blue 5 petal flower that I attached on "The Dazzles" after some requests from readers. That was weeks ago, I have a tough time writing the crochet pattern as it involved 2 layers on the petals, front and rear, and they then join-up by single crochet the outer...
It is not Valentine's Day yet!!!! But I knitted some loves with this Heart Pattern, just to celebrate Craft Passion's 1st anniversary month this August 🥰. I especially like the one shown above, red heart with a beige background, it is also meant to symbolize "Passion" - so it does denote the name of "Craft...
I am so glad that my blog's migration is finally over, phew!!! After numerous sleepless nights fighting against broken links, fine tune the layout (still doing though), adding plugins, widgets, blah blah blah.... I am back to posting again, YAY!!!
As promised, here is my first free pattern for the drawstring bag made from T-shirt yarn, yup, another recycle project for the environment. You can click the image below to get the free pattern link in acrobat .pdf format.
