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If you are a fan of vintage video games and the Legend of Zelda, you will love these crochet Zelda ornaments! The pattern includes 4 designs: Link, Zelda, Health Hearts and the Triforce! You will love the geeky addition to your tree for years to come.
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This crochet hexagon tree skirt is a lovely, easy free crochet pattern for Christmas. Make it in neutrals to match your trendy, modern tree or make it in classic Christmas colors for a timeless look. This post includes affiliate links, which means I make a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting Whistle and Ivy!
Are you a gift procrastinator? Maybe someone new popped onto your holiday list last minute and you need to whip something up quick? Have no fear, this list of 24 patterns are perfect for last minute crochet gifts! These trendy styles will be loved by the recipient and perfect for last minute gifting.
This collection of beautiful crochet plaid patterns includes 12 projects for your holiday decor, home or for your closet! You will love wearing the sheepskin cowl and if you love a plaid Christmas, you will enjoy the four Christmas decor patterns that are included. This ebook includes all 7 of the Plaid Week patterns, plus 4 extra patterns.
This crochet buffalo plaid scarf is a classic look for fall, winter or the holidays! Perfect for both men and women, this simple scarf uses The Plaid Technique for changing colors and achieves the look of buffalo plaid. Enjoy making this fun and timeless scarf with this free crochet pattern.
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Today I will be vulnerable, and I hope you bear with me.
I don’t share many things about my personal life here on the blog, but for some reason I felt strongly that I should share our yearly tradition of “Light The World” with you this year.
“Light the World” is an initiative put out by the church I belong to, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. This initiative is 4 weeks of ideas of how to make the world, your community, your family and yourself better and brighter during the month of December.
I love that the ideas are super simple. These ideas require only a small amount of effort and you can incorporate them easily into your daily routine, but these small efforts could mean real change to you and those around you. I know many of you have donated your crocheted items to those in need and this is absolutely a wonderful way of Lighting the World!
I printed out this advent calendar a couple weeks ago (you can download this free serving-based advent calendar here) and put it on the fridge so my family could prepare to serve others these next weeks of December. In the past, the advent calendar had daily ideas, but this year the advent calendar has been split into 4 weeks:
– Light the World
– Light your Community
– Light your Family
– Light your Faith
I strongly believe in teaching my children very young how to serve others (not just during the Holidays!). Serving really helps kids see the needs of others and my hope is that my kids will learn to love those around them and strive to put the needs of others before themselves.
Dallas and I were also able to visit the Giving Machine in Salt Lake City, Utah this past weekend. It’s a vending machine with a charitable twist. You choose your items just like a regular vending machine, and purchase with your credit card. However, instead of buying candy or soda, you are purchasing charitable items for people in need. Donations ranged from filling a backpack for $5 to buying a cow for $150. Dallas and I decided to buy 100 meals and two chickens. What a small way to make a big difference (I hope) in someone’s life.
You are definitely NOT required to use the advent calendar that I shared, but my hope is that we can all work together to make the space around us just a bit more positive and loving.
Outward positive energy can also turns inward and make our own lives more positive, and I think we could all use a bit more positive energy!
Will you join me in Lighting the World this holiday season?
xoxo,
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This Christmas crochet camper pillow features an adorable retro camper with a fresh cut Christmas tree on top! The bright lights and berries for the wreath are added quickly and easily afterward with a needle and yarn. New to changing colors? I included a short video explaining how to read a graph and how to change colors. This post includes affiliate links, thank you for your support!
Is your best friend a crochet enthusiast? Perhaps you need a gift list to give to your significant other because he/she is not picking up on your hints? Either way, I’ve got you covered. Here are some of my favorite gift ideas for crocheters, the recipient (someone else or YOU) will be thrilled!
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I’ve rounded up some of the best Black Friday deals for CROCHETERS! Stock up favorites, try a new product or hobby and find something fun for you or one of your crafty friends. Get it while it’s on sale!
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Black Friday for crocheters? Heck yes! My inbox has been filled with deals for this week and I wanted to share some of them with you. Because I am a firm believer in treating yo’self!
Some the Black Friday sales out there are a bit MEH (most of them to be honest), but some are YAY (check out the patterns sales!) So check them out, and I hope you find something you love!
YARN DEALS:
– LoveCrochet – Up to 50% customer favorite yarns
– Red Heart (Different deals each day!)
– Secret Santa Bags! 9 skeins for $9.99 at Lion Brand (these sell out fast!)
– up to 60% off Wool and The Gang
– 35% off Vanna’s Choice, Wool Ease and Homespun
– 30% off $100 purchase – Darn Good Yarn
– 30% off We Are Knitters
HOOK DEALS:
– 43% off Tulip Hook Set
– 40% off Caspian Interchangeable Crochet Hook
– up to 30% off Furls Hooks + up to 40% off accessories (WHAT?!)
CROCHET PATTERN DEALS:
– 40% off Ira Rott Patterns
– 40% off White Owl Crochet
– 40% off Whistle and Wool
– 50% off Aradiya Toys
– 40% off Knit and Crochet Ever After
– 40% off Lakeside Loops
– 40% off Sincerely Pam
– 40% off KT and the Squid
– 30% off Mama in a Stitch
– 50% off Pretty Darn Adorable
– 30% off The Almond Snug
NON-CROCHET but CREATIVE Sales:
– Up to 65% Consumer Crafts (Plus $2.95 shipping
– Give a dollar to a cause, get 3 month of Creative Bug
– Cricut Easy Press (Starts at $99.99) + 50% off materials
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BECAUSE YOU LOVE A GOOD DEAL (Awesome, non-crochet deals)
– 50% off Muk Luk Boots
– Holiday Leggings $9.99 Shipped
– Herbs and Essentials Oils BUNDLE- (34 books and courses) for $47
– Free Spirit Earrings ($6.99 Shipped)
I will post on my Facebook Page if I see more killer deals. I hope these are helpful to you!
Also, check out my Crocheters Gift Guide. No one will be able to tell you that you are hard to shop for this year!
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This darling crochet plaid moose lovey features an adorable moose friend on top of a snuggle-sized crochet buffalo plaid blanket. He will make the perfect gift for that baby shower that’s coming up. Make it with silky soft yarn so it’s perfect for Baby.
This lux crochet plaid sheepskin wool features a large 4-color buffalo plaid check pattern, but it’s also lined with buttery-soft faux sheepskin, making it so warm and cozy! You will love how beautiful the soft and squishy Chic Sheep by Marly Bird works up into the darling cowl and you will love how easy the pattern is to make! It’s even one of those rare projects that would be a great crochet item for men. The post is proudly sponsored by Red Heart Yarn, who is a big supporter of Whistle and Ivy and Plaid Week!
Learn how to make this trendy buffalo plaid triangle bunting, perfect for a holiday mantle, your rustic cabin decor or even a lumberjack baby shower. This post is proudly sponsored by Red Hearts Yarns, please consider using Red Heart Soft Yarn for your project, they are a huge supporter of Whistle and Ivy!
This comfy crochet plaid floor pouf goes with your holiday or everyday rustic decor. Made with two strands of yarn, it works up quickly. You can even use things from around your home as stuffing. The riveted leather handles are the perfect finishing touch. The post is brought to you by Red Heart Yarn, thank you Red Heart!
This luxuriously crochet buffalo plaid blanket is my new favorite thing! The soft, chunky plaid blanket top works up quickly and the back is made of plush faux sheepskin. This blanket is perfect for snuggling under by the fire with your currently project or WIP. The post contains affiliate links, thank you for your support.
These darling crochet plaid mini stockings make a cute advent calendar! This article includes a free crochet pattern for the cute plaid mini stockings and also a printable for the little numbers (if you decided to turn your stockings into a Christmas countdown). The post also contains affiliate links, thanks for your support.
This cute and comfy crochet plaid hat has a bit of snark, as it reads “Not Knit”. This not knit crochet hat is dedicated to anyone who has ever been working on a crochet project and been asked, “what are you knitting?” This post contains affiliate links, thank you for your support!
These classic crochet plaid ornaments are perfect for your traditional and rustic Christmas and holiday decor. You can make them in varied yarns and hooks to make different sizes. Add a bit of embellishments to make the perfectly fit your style. The post contains affiliate links, thanks for your support!
This faux crochet cables hat is a fun, easy crochet project! You won’t believe how easy the “faux crochet cables” are to make, and this hat is very easy to adjust the sizing. The hat is perfect for both men and women and I encourage you to try using the same tweed yarn, it looks stunning with the faux cables. This post contains affiliate links, thank you for your support!
Crochet Plaid Week is coming up! Read through this materials list to get all the information you need for the plaid projects we are doing this year. A HUGE thank you to Red Heart who is sponsoring Plaid Week this year and for their support of Whistle and Ivy. Please show them your appreciation by considering to use their yarn for your plaid projects this year!
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It’s crochet season ya’ll!
It’s the time of year when the air turns chilly and the grass has crunchy frost in the morning. It’s a time when you snuggle on the couch and start crocheting handmade Holiday gifts for loved ones.
It’s also time for crochet plaid! It’s been such a joy to see you all enjoy the plaid patterns I have designed in the past. This will be the 3rd Annual Plaid Week on Whistle and Ivy and I am trying to think outside the box for designs. I have a few that didn’t make it into plaid week, but I might do a few extra patterns this year too (we will see!).
What is Plaid Week?
Plaid week started 3 years ago with the release of my Plaid Slouchy. When everyone went nuts for it, I realized the demand for all things plaid! This will be the third annual Plaid Week and I am so happy that you loved making all the plaid patterns! Plaid Week 2018 starts November 12th, 2018.
How can I join Plaid Week?
There will be several ways to join in on the fun. The most basic way is to come to my blog each day of the week starting November 12th and get the daily free pattern that will be available on my blog.
I also highly suggest joining my email list! I will send daily emails when the patterns are released as well as a few other goodies throughout the week. .
And because crochet is always more fun with friends :) consider joining the Whistle and Ivy Group on facebook to see projects, share YOURS and get encouragement.
In past years, the projects were a surprise, but I decided to be completely transparent this year. I don’t have all my finished photos yet, but I am disclosing what the projects are as I give you the materials you will need to make them.
We also have a sponsor this year! I am very excited to partner with Red Heart. Red Heart has been a big supporter of Whistle and Ivy, and I am so grateful for their assistant in Plaid Week this year.
And if you missed the release from last month, I made bigger preparations for Plaid Week by creating an inclusive online course! This course is for those of you who are interested in crochet plaid, but may be a bit intimidated by the color work.
The Learn Crochet Plaid course explains the very basics of the Plaid Technique as well as how to work increases, decreases, turning, joined rows and more. If you think 2018 is the year that you decide to learn plaid, consider taking the course. You will be completely ready to dive into the Plaid Week and you will be so glad you gave it a try.
Learn more about the course here.
Now, on to the details of this year’s Plaid Week:::
PLAID WEEK PROJECTS
(in no particular order!)
Plaid Bunting Garland –
What you need:
– 1 skein each of Red Heart Soft in Plaid Colors ( I recommend Cherry Red, Wine and Black OR Black White and Charcoal)
– H Hook
– String or bunting for embellishments (optional)
Floor Pouf –
What you need:
– 2 skeins of Red Heart with Love in Holly Berry
– 2 skeins of Red Heart with Love in Berry Red
– 4 skeins of Red Heart with Love in Black
– 10 mm Hook
– 2 strips of leather or thick fabric for handles
– Small piece of plastic canvas
– Rivets for attaching leather to pouf
– Stuffing medium of your choice (polyfil, batting, old blankets/sheets, foam, bean bag filler,
etc.)
Large Square Cowl –
What you need:
– 1 Skein each of Chic Sheep in Lace, Sterling, Platinum and Stiletto.
– H Hook
– 1 yard of faux sheepskin fabric (I got mine at Joann)
“It’s not Knit” Snarky Slouchy –
What you need:
– 1 skein each of Red Heart Soft in Plaid Colors ( I recommend Cherry Red, Wine and Black OR Black White and Charcoal)
– 1 Skein of Red Heart Soft Heather Gray
– I Hook
– Faux Fur or Yarn Pom-Pom
Plaid Bauble Ornaments:
What you need:
– 1 skein each of Knit Picks Shine Sport Weight in Serrano, Currant and Black
– F Hook
– Ribbon or String for top loop
– any other embellishment you would like (sprigs of evergreen, holly berries, etc.)
Plaid Blanket:
What you need:
– 7 Skeins Bernat Softee Chunky in Wine
– 4 Skeins of Bernat Softee Chunky in Berry Red
– 5 Skeins of Bernal Softee Chunky in Black
– 10mm Hook
– 2 yards Faux Sheepskin Fabric
– Large Darning Needle
Plaid Mini Stocking Advent Calendar:
What you need:
– 1 Skein each of Knit Picks Brava Worsted in Red, Wine and Black
– G Hook
Pick your favorites, gather your supplies and we will kick off Plaid Week on November 12th!
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And be sure to subscribe to my emails so you don’t miss any plaid this year!
xoxo,
Tip Tuesday is a weekly post on Whistle and Ivy sharing one awesome tip to help make your crochet hobby easier and even more fun! This week’s tip comes from Marie from Underground Crafter. She shares how to fix a foundation chain that is too short or too long.
Happy Tuesday everyone! We have been in our new home for about 3 days and I am making good progress on getting the house unpacked. My craft room still needs a lot of work, but since I haven’t crocheted anything in over week, I decided to take a day or two off. Self care is important, even if it means putting off chores for a bit! PLUS I haven’t released a new pattern on my blog for far too long (Releasing my Plaid Course, then moving homes required me to put some of my WIP’s on the back burner).
Today’s fabulous tip is provided by Marie from Underground Crafter. I am sure you have found yourself in this situation: you are making a long scarf or blanket and you spend 10 minutes working your foundation chain only to realize at the end of the 1st row of the pattern that you miscounted! This is frustrating as I have done this many times. Until today I thought the only fix was to frog the whole project and start over (taking extra extra care to make sure my count is correct.
Thanks to Marie’s fix, there is an easy to fast way to fix both a too-long chain and a too-short chain!
Head over to Marie’s blog to read all the details. It’s so so easy. I love this crochet tip!
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Today’s crochet tip comes to you from Make and Do Crew. She teaches you how to dip-dye your finished crochet items for a custom look! Turn your hard work into a one-of-a-kind colored treasure. Choose to either color your crochet project all one color or use her tips to make your piece rainbow, striped or ombre. Read on!
Did you know you can create crochet that looks like buffalo plaid? You can! With simple crochet stitches and strategic color changes, you can create beatufuil crochet buffalo plaid. This post will teach you how to crochet buffalo plaid basics, gives you free crochet patterns using the buffalo plaid technique AND if you are ready to take your skills up a notch, you can enroll in the Learn Crochet Plaid online course! This post includes affiliate links, which means I get a small commissions if you make a purchase using one of my links (with zero cost to you!). Thanks for your support!
Have you been wanting to try crochet plaid but it looks too intimiding? Or maybe you tried it but the increases and decreases were frustrating. I hear you. And it may have taken me two years (face palm) but I have created a course that will fix all your worries and frustrations. The Plaid Course will take your Holiday Gift list to the next level when you finally learn crochet plaid!
Two winters ago, I had a small idea. I had the idea to alternate colors to make a plaid-look hat. I realized that black + red makes a pretty burgundy color if you really squint your eyes a bit. Maybe this was a new cool way (and simple way) to do crochet hats!
Well, I’ll tell you, I was absolutely floored at the reaction my humble crochet plaid hat received. It gave me some ideas. Some really awesome ideas. Of course the world needs a crochet plaid scarf, some plaid decor, some plaid for baby and kids and plaid everything. This lead to my first Plaid Week, which was such a big hit that I did it again in 2017.
However, I chose to ignore the timid voices saying “That is way above my skill level” or “I wish I could do that, but it looks way to complicated”. Still others were scared off saying “That looks so cool, but way too many ends for me!” or “I am intimated to try working with more than one color”.
So I owe you an apology. A big one.
What kind of crochet designer and instructor am I if I don’t provide the instructions you need to feel comfortable making my plaid crochet patterns? Not a good one.
So I aim to change that.
This week I am launching the first course in the newly founded Whistle and Ivy Crochet School: Learn Crochet Plaid.
This course includes all you need to know to feel comfortable working all my past and future plaid patterns. The course includes basics for those who haven’t tried plaid yet, and other techniques like increases and decreases for those of you who are comfortable with making a plaid hat, but the tree skirt from last year gave you pause.
The course also includes 3 FULL crochet plaid project tutorials: Included are my Triangle Plaid Cowl, which I know was a struggle for many of you during Plaid Week 2016. I am also including one of the patterns that will be released during Plaid Week 2018, and I know hope you are going to love it.
Ready to master plaid?
Head over to The Learn Crochet Plaid course page, it’s available NOW!
Tip Tuesday for Crocheters: Learn how to breathe new life into your well-loved crochet projects with this super easy tip! This easy hack will restore your favorite crochet hat, sweater or scarf back to it’s original beauty. This little tip will soon be part of your regular maintanace routine of your handmade crochet items.
