Craft. Crochet. Create.
Welcome to Day Two our crochet nativity crochet along! Today we are continuing with the project by making Mary. Mary is seen keeling at the manger of her newborn babe. She is kneeling with both feet under her and her knees to the front.
This convertible plaid pocket shawl crochet pattern is so cozy and can be worn three different ways! Wear as a pocket shawl to keep shoulders warm. Or wear as a thick, cozy scarf.
OR add the removable back panel to have the coverage of a kimono or poncho!
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Welcome to the last day of Plaid Week! This pattern is coming a day late, for which I apologize! I had some unexpected mom duties that I needed to attend to yesterday. All is well! And now I can share the project I have worked the longest on and was most excited to share – a plaid pocket shawl.
This plaid pocket shawl is so cozy you guys. I couldn’t even wait to weave in my ends, I just wore it around for about two days, tripping on ends.
The most ingenious part about this pocket shawl is that it has a removable back panel! This allows for more coverage if you want it. Then, when you want to go back to just a shawl, you can pull out the ribbon and set the back panel aside.
It can also be worn as a cozy scarf.
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The pattern can also be purchases in my individual shops!
Where would you like to shop today?
Whistle and Ivy Shop
Ravelry
Etsy
What you need:
– 5.5 mm Hook
– Lion Brand Premium
2 skeins Black, 1 skein Garnet, 1 skeins Plum, 2 Charcoal
Shawl/Scarf with removable back panel: 3 Black, 2 Garnet, 2 Plum,
2 Charcoal
Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – stitch
Gauge: not important
Next on the calendar is our Nativity CAL. Interested? Join us!
Did you miss any of this year’s Plaid Week patterns? Get the links here.
Happy crocheting!
Crochet yourself this cute crochet hanging organizer to hold your tools and small notions! Worked with the plaid color work for a farmhouse touch. You can even store in right by your back door. Keep your wallet, keys, sunglasses and everything else in a convenient grab-and-go place!
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I am a bit obsessed with organizing. This clashes terribly with my awful cluttery nature, so my life mainly consists of lots of clutter and then lots of organizing on repeat!
It’s nice to have a quick place to stash some of your tools. I love having a craft cabinet to store all my stuff because I don’t have a dedicated craft room, but I also usually sit and crochet in my bedroom. This crocheting hanging organizer is perfect for my little crafting corner! I can store my hooks, measuring tape, small notebook.
I also thought this pocket organizer might be a good thing keep by the back door. Keys, wallet, sunglasses, hat; these things always seem to end up on the countertop or cluttered on the table, but this can be a new, permanent home for all those cluttery essentials.
What you need:
– 6mm, 4mm Hook
– Dishie in Swan (or white), Ash and Black
– 1/2″ Dowel
Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – stitch
All the PLAID WEEK patterns are inside the Endless Bundle!
What is the ENDLESS BUNDLE? It’s the ever-growing pattern bundle membership full of modern crochet patterns, videos, courses and crochet graphics! I add new content every month! Get access to my entire pattern library!
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Plaid Week patterns can also be purchased individually in my shops!
Where would you like to shop today?
Whistle and Ivy Shop
Ravelry
Etsy
It has a sort of cute farmhouse feel doesn’t it? I think it would be cute in traditional red and black buffalo plaid and maybe it could be a holiday accent.
Did you miss some of Plaid Week?
Check out all the Plaid Week 2020 patterns here.
xoxo,
This mini crochet shoulder bag is just the right size for your phone and all your little essentials. Perfect to pair with leggings or pants with no pockets! The gorgeous stitch texture is easy to achieve. Make one in buffalo plaid or in a solid color.
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Well it’s taken me a bit longer to get back into my pre-pregnancy pants. Maybe it’s because breastfeeding didn’t work out as well as I had hoped, or thE fact I am nearing clinical “advanced” maternal age 😂 but I have been in leggings for about a year, I am not sure if I am going back anytime soon.
It’s a world of comfort, but no dang pockets!
Once again, crochet to the rescue.
I am actually pleased as punch that chain purse straps are coming back. It turned out pretty cute. I wonder if a string of ribbon through the chain would be cute as well.
Of course this pattern is for Plaid Week, but I worked one up in a solid color and I adore it. Isn’t that texture wonderful?
What you need:
– 5.5mm Hook
– Dishie Yarn: 1 skein each of Black, Pomegranate and Fiesta Red
or 1 skein Swan
– Darning Needle
– Purse Strap (look in your local craft shop)
– 2 D rings/Large Jump Ring/Chain Link
OR
– about 48″ of chain (look in the jewelry aisle)
– 2 small swivel hooks
– 2 Large Jump Rings
Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – Chain
Sc – Single Crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – Stitch
Gauge: Not Important
All the PLAID WEEK patterns are inside the Endless Bundle!
What is the ENDLESS BUNDLE? It’s the ever-growing pattern bundle membership full of modern crochet patterns, videos, courses and crochet graphics! I add new content every month!
⭐️ LEARN MORE
Plaid Week patterns can also be purchased individually in my shops!
Where would you like to shop today?
– Whistle and Ivy Shop
– Ravelry
– Etsy
Happy Plaid Week! I will be back next week with more plaid crochet!
xoxo,
These cute crochet flat plaid ornaments are another way to add plaid to your Christmas tree! Use different hook sizes and yarn weights to create different sizes and textures. These would be perfect for neighbor gifts this year!
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Welcome back to PLAID WEEK 2O2O! Todays pattern is a holiday stash buster, flat plaid ornaments!
I am so happy I got the shaping to work on these cute ornaments!
They are a lot of fun to make, they can be made with any hook and any yarn in plaid colors.
I used Heartland for the one on the left, Shine Worsted for the middle, and City Tweed HW for the last one. It’s fun to try out different colors and yarns.
These plaid ornaments could also make quick and easy neighbor gifts this year, pair with some spicy baked goods and you will be golden (except, can we give out home baked goods this year? Hm… 🤔 #covid2020)
What you need:
– Size 4mm Hook
– Various yarns from your stash in plaid colors (black, red, wine OR Black, white, gray)
Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch –chain
Sc –single crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Sl st –Slip Stitch
St – stitch
Gauge: not important, mix up your yarns and hooks get different textures and sizes for your ornaments
All the PLAID WEEK patterns are inside the Endless Bundle!
What is the ENDLESS BUNDLE? It’s the ever-growing pattern bundle membership full of modern crochet patterns, videos, courses and crochet graphics! I add new content every month!
⭐️ LEARN MORE
This pattern is great for stash busting. Each ornament only uses a few yards of each color so you can use scraps from your stash to make them.
I think this tweed one is my favorite!
Aren’t interested in having access to hundred of patterns, videos, courses and graphics?
You can get the single pattern in my shops!
Where would you like to shop today?
– W&I Shop
– Ravelry
– Etsy
What do you think? Too early for Christmas and Holiday projects?
More crochet plaid awesomeness coming up tomorrow! See you soon!
xoxo,
If you are on my email list you know that Plaid Week is coming up, like right now… Sigh.
#2020
As in years past, I wanted to share some details in case you wanted an excuse to buy more yarn OR if you have a project that you really want to make but don’t have the right yarn in your stash.
(Some of the links listed are affiliate links, which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks so much for your support!)
This year will be slightly different than previous years. Plaid Week will be spaced out over two weeks. Breather anyone?
Read on for more details.
Plaid Week 2020: Nov 4 – Nov 13
6 New projects this year, including my first plaid garment!
WHAT YOU NEED:
Tartan Tweed Pumpkins
(2 colorways)
– One ball each of Wood of Andes Tweed
– Flagstone Heather
– Wellies Heather
– I used Oyster Heather because I had it on hand, but I think Down Heather would be a better choice)
OR
– One ball each of Wool of Andes Tweed
– Maple Heather
– Sarsaparilla Heather
– Picket Fence Heather
Flat Plaid Ornament:
– any yarn from your stash, mix up colors and weights to made different sizes and textures
Mini Shoulder Bag
– 1 ball each of Dishie
– Pomegranate
– Fiesta Red
– Black
Wall Hanging Organizer
– 2 balls of Dishie in Swan
– 1 ball of Ash
– 1 Ball of Black
Top-Down Hats
– Any medium weight yarn from your stash in plaid colors
Plaid Pocket Shawl
– Lion Brand Basic Stitch Premium
– 3 skeins of Plum
– 2 skeins of Garnet
– 2 skeins of Black
Another change for this year is all the patterns will be inside my all-access pass Endless Bundle membership! I created a monthly plan so you can try it for one month, get all your plaid patterns (this years + last 4 years makes over 30 plaid pattern!) check out the Learn Crochet Plaid course, all other patterns and videos and decide if you love it enough to stay a bit longer. ❤️
Want more info about the Endless Bundle?
⭐️ Learn more here!
If you prefer to buy the patterns individually, you certainly can! I have the patterns listed in my shops.
How would you like to shop today?
– Whistle and Ivy Pattern Shop
– Ravelry
– Etsy
Can’t wait to see you there!
xoxo,
This darling baby crochet candy corn hat is a festive crochet baby hat, it’s perfect for fall and Halloween! The earflaps looks just like candy corn! This hat is make with luscious Mighty Stitch, a soft super wash wool and acrylic blend you can get at Wecrochet. The post is provided by WeCrochet, an online yarn shop just for crocheters. Find your next favorite yarn!
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When I organized my stash a little while ago, I found a few long-forgotten projects. It was kind of fun to see some of the things I created long time ago.
One of them was this cute crochet candy corn hat.
To be brutally honest, I tucked it away because I wasn’t sure if it was a win or fail.
I showed it to my husband. Maybe it’s his blind support of everything I do, but he told me it was cute and to send out into the world!
To be totally fair, I have a track record of being a bit off the mark. My Moon Cycle mobile totally looks like Oreos (whoops), and I almost didn’t even release my Plaid Moose Lovey because I wasn’t sure if it was cute enough (that pattern is my best seller!).
So hopefully you think this whimsical hat is cute for baby on Halloween! 😆
I made this hat with luscious Mighty Stitch, a soft, squishy acrylic and super wash wool blend.
What you need:
– 5.5 mm Hook
– Mighty Stitch in Orange, Canary and Cream (1 skein each)
Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – stitch
Gauge: (see gauge check point)
The written pattern below is FREE in-text! If you would like an ad-free PDF The PDF download pattern is also formatted for easy crocheting on-the-go or for easy printing, it doesn’t include ads or comments. The pattern download includes 3 sizes: 0-3 months, 3-6 months and 6-12 months.
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Notes: Ch 2 does not count as a stitch. Make sure you work the first st of each round in the same st as the chain. Always join with the first dc, not the chain.
(approx. 17″ circumference)
Begin with magic ring using Cream.
1. Ch 2. Work 10 dc into ring. Join with first st with a sl st. (10 sts)
2. Ch 2. Work 2 dc in each st around. Join. (20 sts)
3. Ch 2. *Dc in next st. Work 2 dc in next st* work 10 times. Join. (30 sts)
(approx. diameter: 3.25″)
4. Ch 2. *Dc in next 2 sts. Work 2 dc in next st* work 10 times. Join. (40 sts)
5. Ch 2. *Dc in next 3 sts. Work 2 dc in next st* work 10 times. Join. (50 sts)
6. Ch 2. *Dc in next 4 sts. Work 2 dc in next st* work 10 times. Join. (60 sts)
7. – 13. Ch 2. Dc in each st around. Join. (60 sts)
Tie off.
(this is a separate piece. Make two)
Begin with cream:
Ch 3.
1. Sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sc in last ch. Turn. (2 sts)
2. Ch 1. Sc in each st. Turn. (2 sts)
3. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (4 sts)
4. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (4 sts)
5. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 2 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (6 sts)
6. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (6 sts)
Join Ornage.
7. Ch 1. Sc in each st. Turn. (6 sts)
8. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 4 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (8 sts)
9. – 10. Sc in each st across. Turn. (8 sts)
11. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 6 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (10 sts)
12. – 13. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (10 sts)
14. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 8 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (12 sts)
15. – 16. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (12 sts)
Join Yellow.
17. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 10 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (14 sts)
18. – 19. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (14 sts)
20. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 12 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (16 sts)
21. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (16 sts)
22. Ch 1. Sc2tog. Sc in next 12 sts. Sc2tog. (14 sts)
Tie off, leave a long tail.
Be sure all the ends are weaved in on your candy corn ear flaps. Pin the ear flap in place before you begin. Count 8 stitches to the right of the seam.Line up the flap so only the yellow rows are on the hat, with the rest hanging down.
The candy corn edge should be flush with the 7 st from the seam. Use the tail to sew up the side of the yellow stripe, across the yellow top and down the other side of the yellow stripe.
Repeat for the other flap , except attached the candy corn flap at 7 sts to the left of the seam.
Once both candy corn ear flaps are in place, you can finish with a pom-pom and tassels.
Need help making and attaching your pom-pom? See how here.
To make your tassels, cut 16 lengths of yarn from chin to arm with Cream. Take 8 of them and pull the ends through the tip of the candy corn flap. Pull so all the ends are equal lengths. Braid them and tie a trim not at the end. Clip the ends.
Happy crochet season y’all! and Happy Halloween!
Be sure to check out WeCrochet to see all their fabulous yarns and crochet accessories.
xoxo,
This darling crochet surface crochet cowl uses faux fur yarn to create a unique patterned trim! Perfect for fall and winter, this crochet cowl is sure to keep your chin and neck cozy and warm. This pattern is brought to you by WeCrochet, my favorite online yarn shop! Shop your new favorite yarns, hooks, crochet accessories and patterns! Check them out here.
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Do you have a favorite “too pretty” yarn that has been sitting in your stash for a while? This gorgeous gray Chroma Twist has been sitting on my shelf for far too long and I decided it was time to turn those hanks into a scrumptious and cozy fall accessory.
What do you think?
You guys know I love gray. This color features a lovely, moody ombre that moves from charcoal to light gray and back. (called “Wednesday” 😆)
The gray on gray with the Fable Fur is beautiful in my opinion but I think a bright, contrasting color would be wonderful as well. Fable Fur comes in a few bright colors, I might make another one using the color Paloma, a gorgeous blush color.
The fun thing about this crochet cowl is that you can completely change the look by using different yarns to make the stripes. I made a sampler with a few different yarn variations (scroll down to see them). I think all of them would work and create a completely different looks.
The effect is created by surface crochet. I am excited to show this technique to those of you who haven’t tried it yet. It’s EASY and has an amazing look.
Watch the video here.
What you need:
– 8mm Hook
– 2 Hanks Chroma Twist Bulky Weight in favorite color
– 1 Skein Fable Fur
– Large Eye Plastic Darning Needle
Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – stitch
Gauge: 8 sc = 3″ long
SIZE: approx. 22″ circumference, 16″ tall.
The written pattern below is FREE in-text! If you would like an ad-free PDF The PDF download pattern is also formatted for easy crocheting on-the-go or for easy printing, it doesn’t include ads or comments. Thanks for your support!
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Notes:
Ch 1 does not count. Always work the first st in the same st as the chain and always join with the first st, not the chain.
This project requires 2 skeins, so try to join your second skein in a way that makes the color look seamless.
1. Begin with a chainless sc foundation that is 22″ long, 66 sts. Count does not matter a great deal here, just make sure it’s in multiples of 2. Join with first st.
2. Ch 1. *Hdc in next st. Ch 1. Sk next st* repeat for the entire round. Join with first st.
3. Ch 1. Sl st into next ch-1 space. Ch 1. *Hdc into ch-1 sp. Ch 1.* repeat for the entire round. Join with first st.
4. Ch 2. Reach backward and work a Hdc in last ch-1 sp of previous row. Ch 1. *Hdc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1* repeat for the entire round. Join with first st. (make sure you don’t work in the final ch-1 sp because you already worked in that one at the beginning of the round.
5. – 32. To keep the seam from wandering left to right, you will repeat row 4 twice, then repeat row 3. Then repeat row 4 twice, following by repeating row 3 until you reach 32 total rows.
Weave in both ends.
You can see you have lovely diagonal holes, ready for your surface crochet.
I wasn’t quite sure which yarns I wanted to use so I put a few different rows onto the cowl. Honestly, I think each of these yarns would look amazing!
Ultimately because of the unique, cozy look I wanted it to have, I went with Fable Fur but I still think any of these yarns would be so lovely on this cowl.
Yarns from left to right:
Chroma Twist (Pixie) , Tuff Puff (Marina), Fable Fur (Lapin), Biggo (Bare)
To add the stripes (which ever yarn you choose), you will work a surface slip stitch from the top to the bottom.
See a video for how to work a surface sl st here.
I worked each row about 6 sts apart.
From here, weave in the tails of the fur yarn (or whichever yarn you chose) by treading onto a large-eye plastic darner needle and weaving it back into the slip stitches. Weave them each in well and snip the ends.
I haven’t made too many cowls in the past, (I have a few) but I think my main mistake has been not making it narrow enough to snug around the neck, and not making it long enough! Seriously, the longer it is, the cozier it is!
You do you, make it as long as you like it to be!
I love my new surface crochet cowl!
REMINDER: You can find all these yarns at crochet.com! WeCrochet!
Happy crochet season y’all!
xoxo,
This cute crochet wall pennant is a great way to decorate your walls with crochet! Add some fun words or phrases with heat transfer vinyl. The free pattern includes one cut file, while the PDF download found in my shops includes the crochet wall pennant pattern written completely out plus FIVE different cut files! These crochet pennants are worked with WeCrochet Dishie, a 100% Cotton yarn that comes in beautiful array of solids, variegated colorways and bright and beautiful twists! This free pattern is brought to you by WeCrochet. All opinions are 100% my own. Thank you for your support!
This crochet wall pennant is a project I started several year ago. I tabled it because I wasn’t sure exactly how to get the words on it. I had bought a bunch of sticky-back felt letters, but they didn’t look as pretty as I had imagined.
So in a bin it went.
When I was cleaning out my stash, I stumbled upon my old sample. I have a couple heat transfer crochet projects under my belt, (my plaid wall hanging and my snowfall wall hanging), so I knew that iron-on vinyl was the answer!
Because natural fibers are imperative for heat transfer vinyl, I chose Dishie for this project, which is a 100% cotton yarn. My blush-colored sample was made with Comfy, which is mostly cotton with a touch of acrylic and it worked well with the iron as well.
The Dishie line has certainly expanded over the last little while, and it now comes in Solids, Twist, Multi Color, and Cones!
I actually designed a few cut files for you to use to make your crochet pennant. The freebie is the cut file that says “HOOK + YARN” . The other 4 say “CROCHET”, “IT’S NOT KNIT.”, “CROCHET”, and “HOOKER”.
Aren’t they cute? I can’t wait to get them up on my wall! I honestly went into this project thinking I would prefer the bold black lettering, but I definitely prefer the white, it looks a bit more modern.
I can’t wait to see yours! Be sure to tag me on Insta when you make your Whistle and Ivy creations! @whistleandivy
What you need:
– 4mm Hook
– Yarn (1 ball of Dishie 100% cotton)
– Cut File
Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – stitch
Gauge: 22 dcs = 5” (Gauge Pattern)
The written pattern below is FREE in-text! If you would like an ad-free PDF The PDF download pattern is also formatted for easy crocheting on-the-go or for easy printing, it doesn’t include ads or comments. The pattern file pack also includes 5 different cute files in both PNG and SVG format. Thanks for your support!
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(Worked from the tip down)
Ch 3.
1. Work 3 dc in 1st ch. Turn. (3 sts)
2. Ch 2. Dc in each st. Turn. (3 sts)
3. Ch 2. Work 2 Dc in same st. Dc in next st. Work 2 dc in last st. Turn. (5 sts)
4. Ch 2. Dc in each st across. Turn. (5 sts)
5. Ch 2. Work 2 dc in same st. Dc in next 3 sts. Work 2 dc in last st. Turn. (7 sts)
Repeat this sequence of increasing in the first and last st, and then working a st in each st the following row, turning after each row, until you have 38 rows, consisting of 39 sts.
Continuing where you left off (alternately, you can break yarn and join a contrasting yarn) and work down the raw side. Ch 2. Work a row of sc down the side of the pennant, spacing them as evenly as possible. When you get to the sharp tip, work 2 sc, ch 1, work another 2 sc. Sc up the other side of the pennant. Join with a sl st.
Weave in ends.
Be sure to mirror the design and cut it with the shiny side down.
I get all my vinyl at Expressions Vinyl. They have the best quality and the best prices by far!
When ironing on, you will have to remember that your piece is not flat like a t-shirt, so you will need to iron for extra time and apply extra pressure so the vinyl conforms to the shape of your stitches. When in doubt, try the tip of the letters and if they don’t stay, try ironing again. DO NOT peel all the plastic up if your design isn’t sticking properly.
You will not get as firm of a hold as you would with fabric, so keep that in mind. It just needs to stick well enough to stay in place. This will not be an item that needs to be constantly laundered, so a firm hold is all you need.
xoxo,
Introducing my Dreambox! This craft room cabinet has space for all your crafting supplies and creates a space for you to create, make and enjoy your hobbies. Finally solve your clutter problems and get your supplies organized. This post is brought to you by Create Room. All opinions are honest and 100% my own. This post also contains affiliate links, thank you for your support!
If you have been a long-time reader of mine, you have probably gathered that I am a chronic clutterer and a bit of a disorganized person.
I have tried to fight it over my life, but I have learned to cope with the after effects with a semi-regular routine of mass-decluttering and sorting. In other words, I gather clutter for about 2 weeks and then spend 2 days putting it all in totes and boxes. My poor husband has endless patience as he deals with my messy self.
This is particularly frustrating as a creative person because all my creative supplies are subject to the same cluttery mess as the rest of my life.
I used to have a full room for my supplies, which was better but still not ideal (still lots of clutter on all the surfaces!) When Cubbie was born, I had to pull out all my stuff and stored it in various places around my house. Most of the boxes and totes went under my bed. I have a couple mismatched shelves that I filled with bins and placed in my bedroom (yes, three corners of my bedroom had crafty clutter). Cubbie’s large closet was also a depository for a clutter of things.
These photos are after I tidied it up quite a bit.
Yikes.
Quite honestly, all this clutter completely zaps the fun out of creating and crocheting.
Where is my H hook?
I know I have safety eyes somewhere…
Ack, I need my measuring tape!
Do I really have time to search for 45 minutes?
I knew I needed a real solution. I needed a permanent home for all my stuff.
Enter the Dreambox.
Yes, it’s a dream. It’s a dream because it holds everything. Ev-er-y-thing.
All my pretty scrapbook paper, all my vinyl, all my jewelry-making supplies, all my notions, my collection of Safety Eyes and backs, all my hooks and tools, markers and pens…you get the idea.
I cringe at the thought of all the time I wasted over the last several years searching through bins, boxes, drawers and closets trying to find the items I need.
All of this fits!
I also opted to get a couple extras:
– Overhead lighting: This is a nice, bright light that attaches to the hood, shining over your work station. Never work in the dim light!
– Extra side table: this doubles your workspace. It makes it easy and convenient to use my laptop while working on projects or using my cutting machine.
Check out my full tour + open-to-close video below!
PROS:
– Room for everything. I was skeptical when I saw all my stuff laying on the floor in front of it, but once I put everything away I had room to spare. All my things have a home and this level of organization has lifted a heavy mental burden.
– Customizable. There are so many ways to put it together. Create Room will offer ideas but you can put it together in a way that make sense for you. I left out some shelves to make room for books and my square blocker.
– Design Aesthetic. This is huge for me as my Dreambox is residing right in my front entry room. It looks like a cute wardrobe folded up, but it’s bright, colorful and neat when open.
– Offers Visible Access. I love that the totes are clear. I need to visually see what I have to make a plan of action. With the Dreambox, I can see all my supplies; it makes it much easier to remember all the permanent homes for my things.
– It’s an entire workspace. This isn’t just storage. The desk, side table, lights and shelves underneath make it an entire place to create and work. Everything is within arms reach. Everything has a home.
CONS:
– This Dreambox is an investment, however, Createroom offers affordable monthly plans, so no matter you budget, you should definitely look into it. I can’t express enough what a mental burden was lifted when I got all my stuff out of totes, boxes and bins and into a place where it’s actually usable. My hobbies are very important for my mental well-being.
– It’s a big job to put together. The excitement wore off just a tad during set up because even though I got the prebuilt service, it’s still a big job. Granted, I have kids that kept me busy during set up. Because of this, it took me a couple days to get it screwed together and all the shelving installed properly. This is not necessarily specific to Dreambox, as all large furniture would need to be built as well. I just wanted to mention it.
Honestly, those were the only cons I could think of. Yes, it was a job to put together, yes it’s an investment, but it’s so worth it to have the clutter problem finally solved.
Side note: I definitely recommend the prebuilt service. This way, the Dreambox will come in 4 pieces: the main cabinet, the two doors and the hood. I can’t comment on how it works without the prebuilt service, but it was a fairly big project putting it together prebuilt, I would imagine putting it together from scratch would be a pretty huge job.
So many reasons I absolutely love my Dreambox. Just the other day, my daughter asked me where my poster tape was. A couple weeks ago I would have cringed at the idea of having to dig around and find it. This time I just smiled and told her right where to get it!
I need to mention, a lot of my yarn I keep on large shelves in my garage because I prefer to keep my yarn one-skein deep for visual organizational purposes. However, it’s perfect for my tiny skeins that need to be kept in bins and of course more than perfect for all my other supplies. The Dreambox has been a life-changer!
Yessiree, the Dreambox comes with those little jars! I also grabbed a couple drawer organizers, so I definitely recommend those as well, they work perfectly for my Safety Eyes, jewelry supplies and other notions.
Also, I had a small stroke of genius and put a cheap sticky hook on the inside of one of the doors to hang my Cricut mats. One of my mats is a 24″ long and I haven’t had a place to put it until now. The mat is too thick to roll up so it has been stuffed between my desk and the wall for the last year. It finally has a home!
If you are ready to change your life with some serious organization, you can use my code to get $100 off! Use code WHISTLEANDIVY at checkout.
Check out all the ways you can customize YOUR Dreambox here.
What would you love most about the Dreambox? Let me know in the comments!
xoxo,
The dullness of Wednesday can sometimes feel like a bit of downer, but how about a little giveaway to perk you up?
What’s the prize??
a ONE YEAR membership to my Endless Bundle! My Endless Bundles includes all my pattern downloads PLUS my courses, videos, tutorials and graphics/cut files! It’s called the Endless Bundle because it’s literally endless. I am adding new content every single month.
Learn more about the Endless Bundle here.
With my new crochet graphics and cut files, you can make your own crochet swag! Using your crafting skills you can make all the crochet shirts, totes, hats, mugs and EVERYTHING ELSE YOU CAN THINK OF MAKING. I have loved designing these graphics and I have a huge list of ideas that I can’t wait to get to.
I just made these yesterday using my graphics files. The shirts I cut with heat transfer vinyl and ironed it on. The pouch is permanent metallic vinyl. Easy peasy!
Ready to enter the giveaway? Enter below!
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This easy and pretty crochet sarong beach cover up is a quick evening project! Make it for your next beach day to wear in between sunning and swimming. This pattern recommends Biggo, a light and airy yarn that won’t weigh you down when wet and dries quicker than cotton. This post is sponsored by WeCrochet, an online space just for crocheters! The post contains affiliate links. Thanks for your support!
Bring some modern hippie boho vibe to your home or outdoor space with this crochet wall hanging planter. It fits a cute 4″ pot and hangs beautifully inside or outside. It has the look and feel of macrame but uses your favorite yarn technique: crochet! This free pattern is brought to you by WeCrochet, an online yarn shop that is specifically for crocheters. They have anything you need from affordable everyday acrylics in 50 colors to natural fibers and luxury yarns to pins, hooks and crochet swag. Find your new favorite yarn at WeCrochet! This article contains affiliate links which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!
The New ENDLESS BUNDLE Platform is open! 🙌
I am been so excited about this new platform because I can focus more on VIDEO, specifically my TIPS video section.
For years I have been wanting to create a space that provides solutions to your crochet problems.
I didn’t envision any old “how to crochet” training. Instead, I imagined a place with real, actionable tips and hacks that make your beloved hobby easier, more fun, and less frustrating.
What is included in the Endless Bundle?
I decided to call this membership “Endless” because I am always adding to it, and it’s a bundle of everything I have created, and everything I will create. Along with the video section that is a growing resource with full project tutorials, basic stitch videos, fun techniques and the tips solutions area, the membership also includes ALL my crochet pattern downloads.
I am also thrilled to finally release my CROCHET GRAPHICS BUNDLE!
I have been slowing designing graphics for crocheters over the years, unsure of what to do with them. I decided last week that (of course!) they belonged in the all-access pass.
Take a look at the bundle here, the crochet prescription label is a fan favorite 😆
Here’s a breakdown of what you get: 👇
All patterns are easy to read and make. Read any of the hundreds of 5-Star reviews on my Etsy shop to know my patterns are written to be easy to understand.
Want to see how it works? Watch this video.
Ready to join? I’m so excited to have you!
These darling crochet gladiator barefoot sandals for baby are easy, stretchy and stylish! They use very little yarn and are a super cute accessory for summer. Pair them with leggings or a cute little summer dress.
This post is brought to you by WeCrochet, an online space for CROCHETERS! Find your next project and your new favorite yarn at crochet.com!
This post contains affiliate links, which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!
Looking for a fun crochet toy for the kiddos? This darling crochet unicorn slap bracelet is the answer! Take a regular slap bracelet and add some crochet to make it a treasured toy. Wear in on the wrist or slap it to bike handlebars. Take this little crochet unicorn bracelet everywhere! This post is brought to you by WeCrochet, and online space especially for crocheters. Find your new favorite yarn and exclusive crochet swag at crochet.com. This post also contains affiliate links, which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!
This darling little crochet sea turtle will delight all children with his adorable hexagon sheep and tiny little flippers. Make him in 2 or 3 colors and he will be your child’s new favorite toy. This sea turtle crochet pattern is adapted from a pattern originally found at joann.com and is posted with permission here. This post also includes affiliate links, which means I get a small commission at at now extra cost to you. Thanks for your cooperation!
Happy Tuesday!
In celebration of finally finishing up my Endless Bundle platform migration, I wanted to host another giveaway.
If you remember from January, I have been purging some of my stash, getting rid of discontinued yarn (who wants to make a pattern in which the designer used discontinued yarn??)
I also have some very lovely yarn that I have been meaning to use…for years… but figured that it might live its best life in the stash of someone who will use it, for realsies
I have two prizes.
What are they you ask?
PRIZE ONE:
2 Skeins of Wool and The Gang – Crazy Sexy Wool, 100% Peruvian Wool in Stonewash Blue and Space Black
1 Lightweight tote with crochet prescription label (these labels are available in the Endless Bundle!)
2 Furls Candy Shop Hooks, Pineapple 8mm and Butterscotch 10mm
PRIZE TWO:
4 Skeins Willow and Lark Yarn
1 Just Crochet It Cork Coaster
1 Just Crochet It Makeup Bag (graphics available in the Endless Bundle!)
1 Furls Odyssey Red + Gold Hook, size G 4mm
HOW TO ENTER:
Each prize has it’s own Rafflecopter giveaway widget. You can enter all of them! Make sure you read through the entry methods, everyone gets to enter by simply clicking “ENTER”, but you can also earn additional entries by following the different prompts.
ENTER BELOW 👇👇👇
RULES:
Open worldwide. This prize is not affiliated with any brand or company. No purchase is necessary to enter, but you must provide an email address so you may be contacted if you win. All prizes are fulfilled by me (Bethany Dearden) and I will ship the prize to you. For a winner to claim his/her prize, winner must privately provide me with mailing address. Winners will be chosen randomly via the Rafflecopter widget. Winners will be emailed using the email he/she provided in the Rafflecopter widget. Winners have 48 hours to respond to the email notification before the prize is forfeited and given to a second randomly generated name. Giveaway ends Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 11:59 PM.
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This chunky crochet American hat and cowl set works up quick with silky smooth Mighty Stitch Super Bulky. It creates a drapey, cozy set perfect for chilly winter days. Not a fan of red? Make this pretty set in your favorite color combo! The knit stitch and stripes go perfectly with any color palette you choose. This post is brought to you by WeCrochet, an online space just for crocheters! Find your favorite yarns and crochet themed accessories all in one place. This post contains affiliate links, which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks so much for your support!
These printable crochet project labels are perfect for keeping your crochet project organized and labeled! Never again will you forget which hook you used on your WIP from last month, or the tips you figured out along the way. Print and cut these crochet project labels to keep one with each of your WIPs so you can stay organized. Another tip: keep your WIPs in sheer bags so you can see exactly what project is in each bag.
This post contains affiliate links which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks so much for your support!
This modern southwestern-inspired crochet serape hat and cowl make a lovely set for the desert chic lover. Crochet the hat and cowl in bright coral and turquoise for a true desert vibe. This post is brought to you by WeCrochet, an online yarn shop that caters to crocheters! Get your everyday basics and luxurious favorites all in one place. This post contains affiliate links which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting us!
I love the new year. For me, it’s a time of reflection, introspection and prioritizing. I always make a list of specific goals and keep them visible through the whole year. Then, at the beginning of the next year, I analyze how I did. I don’t always hit goals, but sometimes I do! Even though it’s not 100%, I am closer to the kind of person I want to be by shooting for something better than myself each year.
January is also a time to purge. That sweater that I keep telling myself I will wear someday? Off to a thrift store! The junk drawer that I have been avoiding for 365 days? Organized and dejunked!
I also wanted to do some giveaways, specifically getting rid of some yarn from my stash that has been discontinued (I do not like designing with yarn that you can’t find to recreate my projects!).
I didn’t end up purging and much as I would like, but I did find some very pretty things that I wanted to giveaway. Some of this pretty yarn is not actually discontinued, I just wanted to show my appreciation for you!
When you follow along with me, read my emails, share my blog links on social media or comment with words of encouragement and positivity, you are quite literally supporting my blog and my family and I am so SOOOO grateful. Words can’t express my gratitude and I wish I could buy a gift for every single person who has helped make Whistle and Ivy was it is.
So I am settling for 5 giveaways.
What can you win???
PRIZE ONE
1. ONE original Whistle and Ivy “Stache Bustin” Tote. EIGHT skeins of Cotton Paintbox Yarns.
PRIZE TWO
2. ONE Original Whistle and Ivy “Save Needle, Use Hooks” Make-up Pouch. TWO Skeins of DMC Wooly, TWO skeins of Debbie Bliss Eco Baby, TWO Skeins of DMC 100% Baby
PRIZE THREE
3. ONE original Whistle and Ivy “Stache Bustin” Tote, THREE skeins of Yarn Bee Cool Hues Fabric Yarn, ONE Plymouth Yarns Hot Cakes
PRIZE FOUR
4. ONE Original Whistle and Ivy “Save Needle, Use Hooks” Canvas Tote, THREE Skeins of Plymouth Hannah, TWO Skeins of Debbie Bliss DK Cotton
PRIZE FIVE
5. ONE Small Drawstring Project Bag “Coffee. Crochet. Sleep. Repeat.” ONE Skein of WeCrochet Fable Fur Yarn, TWO Skeins of Knit Picks Chroma, ONE Skein of Knit Picks Alux, THREE Skeins of Knit Picks Wool of the Andes, TWO pins.
HOW TO ENTER:
Each prize has it’s own Rafflecopter giveaway widget. You can enter all of them! Make sure you read through the entry methods, everyone gets to enter by simply clicking “ENTER”, but you can also earn additional entries by following the different prompts.
RULES:
Open worldwide. This prize is not affiliated with any brand or company. No purchase is necessary to enter, but you must provide an email address so you may be contacted if you win. All prizes are fulfilled by me (Bethany Dearden) and I will ship the prize to you. For a winner to claim his/her prize, winner must privately provide me with mailing address. Winners will be chosen randomly via the Rafflecopter widget. Winners will be emailed using the email he/she provided in the Rafflecopter widget. Winners have 48 hours to respond to the email notification before the prize is forfeited and given to a second randomly generated name. Giveaway ends Jan 12, 2020 at 11:59 PM.
Thank you for your love and support and I am excited to create more crochet awesomeness this coming year!
xoxo,
This beautiful fair isle crochet wall hanging features simple color work to create a classic design. Add some Heat Transfer vinyl to your crochet wall hinging or some freehand embroidery to make it a lovely wintry addition to your wall decor. This post is brought to you by WeCrochet, an online yarn shop especially for crocheters! Find yarn, books, merch, and other goodies for crochet lovers at crochet.com. This post also includes affiliate links which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!
This small crochet coin pouch will hold all your loose change and is the perfect size to be an AirPod pouch as well! Hook it to your keyring so you always have what you need. This post contains affiliate links, which means I get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!
