As you probably know, Bavaria doesn’t really have a known crochet technique. Jenny King, who lives in Australia, is attributed to naming this look as Bavarian crochet. We don’t really know why. It’s the use of front and the back post stitches that gives it this unique textured look. So technically I probably should rename it but chose to use th...

This scrumble was made for the KAL, Cell-a-Brate, being held in the International Freeform Forum Group.

Made for the CAL, Cell-a-brate, in the International Freeform Forum Group.

This is a cocoon, also called a sleep sack or snuggle sack. This pattern is worked in the round, with 2 colors, but can easily be done in one color. Knowledge of working in the round with 2 colors is recommended.

This is a motif that could be used as an embellishment, or as an ornament, It’s great for using odds and ends of yarns. It is worked in the round on DPNs. The center is created first, then the petals are worked over 8 sts, done in short-rows, 4 sts at a time. Although it seems fiddly at first, once you get the pattern down, it goes quickly.

This pattern was recreated from a photo of a vintage Irish Crochet jacket seen in a resale shop in Oakland, CA. The original center was made similar to a spiral. I had some technical help from Maire Treanor while attending a 4 day workshop in Berkeley, CA. These instructions assume you know the basics of Irish Crochet, including working in the ...

If you like paisley and spiral shapes then this is the pattern for you. Short rows are used for shaping this motif with a bonus of a spiral. I hope enjoy making this as much as I enjoyed creating it.

This crocheted motif is worked in the round, forming a slightly ruffled spiral. It can be embellished or left plain. Although it was originally created to use in free form projects, it has much potential for use in other types of projects.

This motif was created in the modern style of Irish Crochet. It’s worked in the round and forms a slight spiral.

This little market bag can be tucked away in your purse or glove box for the next quick purchase you make. They make great little gifts for birthday’s or the holidays.