Using worsted/aran weight yarn tripled gives a nice thick, cushiony feel. The pocket can be left empty or filled to add more cushion.

I used two contrasting colors and dived into my stash! I did use a black button so either a male or female would be comfortable with it!

Are you looking for a prayer shawl with pockets? Look no further!

Are you looking for a prayer shawl with pockets? Look no further!

After Dad recovered from Covid-19 this past Winter, he never really got back to normal. A walker was now needed. However, it doesn’t have to be a boring carry-all! He used to love woodworking. So the Herringbone Double Crochet stitch looks ideal! Add the brown and aran fleck colors and this walker carry-all is all set for a woodworking kind of ...

Make this as big or as small as you like! This is a great stash buster!

A prayer shawl is important to guys as well. Yarn with substance might be best, such as worsted or aran weight.

Use any worsted weight or similar weight yarn. Remember you want the crocheted “fabric” to be thick to protect the book.

I liked the stitch definition with this yarn so keep that in mind as you look through your stash. Try this with any weight yarn. Just adjust the needle size and add/subtract cast on stitches.

This is adjustable to suit everyone. Yarn used will determine the thickness of the I-cord. I opted to use thinner yarn.

Tunisian crochet is ideal for a sturdy item which means no need to add a lining. However, this is thicker/heavier.

Can be made longer or shorter by adding/subtracting the amount of FDC’s. SInce each end has a yarn tail, use the buttons with the large holes to use your yarn tail to sew on. I ran out, so the needle and thread was used on the smaller hole buttons.

Easy four row repeat!

I was looking for a shawl pattern that wasn’t too frilly, however not too plain.

Make this any size you need!

A nice soft scarf with some open areas for a guy who needs just some protection but doesn’t want to overheat!

This design can be adjusted to fit your dog!

Don’t be afraid to experiment with different types and weight of yarn. Try color coding each for the type of essential oil you are using it for!

This project was inspired by my dog, Hershey. It’s a warm poncho. You will be all set for a walk in cool weather.

This shawl will stretch/expand once made so don’t make it too large to start with. When doing the beginning chain, chain from forearm, around your neck/back to other forearm.

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