This pattern creates a towel with a hummingbird pattern that will be upright on both sides if you hang it over a rod. Optional swatch can be a wash cloth as well. Both of these can be worked from one skein, with a little yarn leftover. The pattern is created with purl stitches and is beginner-friendly! Both written instructions, chart, and an e...

Overlay mosaic crochet is an addictive technique that opens up so many doors to creativity. To make letters and certain symbols, special overlay mosaic crochet stitches beyond the usual single crochet in back loop only (sc blo) and double crochet in front loop only (dc flo) are needed. This schematic shows how to make capital letters of the Eng...

Worked in overlay mosaic crochet with a linen-cotton blend, this pattern produces a lovely pattern that is reversed on each half of the dish towel. You can customize it with a monogram or symbol of your choice, or just follow the basic pattern. It looks great to have the basic pattern on the back and monogram on the front. The coordinating wash...

Build your own building blocks with these fun overlay mosaic crochet squares! Work every letter and assemble them in order (i.e., A-F, G-L…) to have a set of play blocks with the complete alphabet and a few symbols, or choose any six squares to spell something special like a child’s name or a sweet sentiment like I-L-O-V-E-U. If you’re feeling ...

Designed to best use this beautiful but tricky-to-work yarn, this pattern involves simple knit stitches. You do the work of creating a basic fabric, and the luscious alpaca locks do their job feeling amazing!

Worked in overlay mosaic crochet, these quick projects can

This quick crochet works up in a lovely textured pattern in just a couple of hours! Loops & Threads’ scrumptious Cozy Heathered yarn makes this dreamy. The two-toned color play allows for endless combinations. Add a third skein if you’d like more length or color.