Cara Louise Reitbauer
eBooks available as Ravelry Downloads
eBook :
5 patterns
The classic crochet pineapple motif meets today’s fun summer fashion accessories!
eBook :
2 patterns
Patterns for Jack and his sister Jackie have been combined, reformatted, and updated.
eBook :
2 patterns
This ebook contains the pattern instructions for both The Crocheter’s Finger Saver Wrap AND The Even Easier Crocheter’s Finger Saver.
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Crochet: Wall Hanging
Inspired by folk art designs from around the world, this tapestry project features bold bright primary colors, plus green of course, it is a tree after all.
Crochet: Coaster
Cara Louise shows how to crochet a continuous square using the Moss Stitch. This method is perfect for coasters, washcloths, and baby blankets! It also forms the center of her Moss Stitch Bowl Cozy design.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
The half-double crochet stitch worked in corner-to-corner fashion creates texture while the larger hook size allows for wonderful drape and wrap-ability. The unique L-shape is designed to stay put on the shoulders.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Approximately 18 inches around neck; 27 inches long down front edge, 116 inches around bottom, this cozy cape-like shawl is the perfect mini blanket to keep your shoulders covered and warm.
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
Whether you call this a cape, a wrap, or any of the other 40-odd synonymns for shawls (according to the Mirriam-Webster dictionary people), the fact remains that this piece is indeed a cozy mini blanket for one’s shoulders!
Crochet: Purse / Handbag
This Shoulder Bag was specifically designed to use a Purse Organizer Insert, 10.6 x 6.3 x 3.3 inches (I have found them on Amazon and Temu).
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
My dad always loved to wander around with a blanket on his shoulders, even after my parents moved to Florida. He always said it just felt cozy. What he didn’t love was that rectangular blankets would always slip off his shoulders, because shoulders just are NOT very rectangular! So I designed a shoulder blanket for him (we definitely never call...
Crochet: Applique / Embellishment
Did you know a group of butterflies is called a kaleidoscope?! These adorable little critters are so quick you can certainly make a whole bunch in every color! If you’ve got 10 spare minutes, you can make a butterfly!
Crochet: Washcloth / Dishcloth
Any #3 weight yarn can be used, cotton, bamboo, or blends are suggested.
Crochet: Cup / Mug
This pint cozy was designed to fit the container from my preferred brand, which is about 2.75 inches across at the bottom, tapering out to about 3.825 inches at the top, and about 3.825 inches tall. Different containers can be slightly skinnier or fatter, so you may need to adjust your hook size up or down to fit your own preferred brand!
Crochet: Slippers
Designed to fit Toddler 6” foot; for smaller foot omit Round 6 or use lighter weight yarn
Crochet: Hats - Other
Made in lightweight cotton blend, this sunhat has a brim all the way around to help keep your little one happy in the sun!
Crochet: Cozy - Other
NOW INCLUDES A BRIEF VIDEO TUTORIAL for starting the bowl cozy, or to make a matching coaster!
Crochet: Hair accessories, Earrings
A perfect design for both a gorgeous set of earrings or fashionable hairclips.
Crochet: Potholder
If “necessity is the mother of invention”, then I think it follows that “dissatisfaction is the mother of improvement”. Store bought oven mitts always leave me wishing for something better, so I decided to make my own.
Crochet: Wristlet
Sometimes you just need a little bag to hold a few essentials like your cell phone, lipbalm, and sunglasses. This one is the perfect size and zips up to hold your items securely. The wrist strap makes it easy to just grab and go while leaving your hands free for all the other things!
Crochet: Shawl / Wrap
This oversize design is a perfect layering piece without being too warm or heavy.
Crochet: Vest
This has become my favorite “need something just a bit more” piece for cooler weather!
Crochet: Insertion
Don’t be afraid of a wardrobe malfunction! This little extra piece will provide a bit of security and a little fashion extra as an insert to a deep neckline without adding a whole extra layer.
Crochet: Vest
I hear a lot of talk about ‘thinking outside the box’… but for me staying within my comfort zone is, well, comfortable, and I do my best thinking from inside that box! My style is definitely light and lacy, but not overly frilly, and this vest suits me to a T.
Crochet: Cowl
All of my designs start with one question in mind: Is this something I like? It might seem a bit silly, but really, all my patterns have been created for me first, and if others happen to also like it that’s a bonus!
Crochet: Decorative - Other, Hanging Ornament
Pretty little Laina is the 2014 addition to the Heritage Heartcraft angel choir.
Crochet: Beanie, Toque, Fingerless Gloves, Poncho
Fingerless Mitts are sized to fit an ‘average’ woman’s
Crochet: Craft - Other
I designed my original finger save because I ended up with a blister right where I like to wrap my thread to keep tension while I’m working.
Crochet: Decorative - Other
There are two versions of this design: the first is intended for use on a plastic egg form and will require inserting the form partway through and finishing with the form in place; the second version is for use on a hardboiled egg, and is removable!
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
I love to create small angel designs which can be completed in only a few hours of work. Delta, one of my earlier designs, seemed to really speak to me that she wanted a big brother.
Crochet: Cup / Mug
I have absolutely no idea if there is such a thing as standard paper cup sizing, but this sleeve was designed to fit the 12 ounce cup from my preferred convenience store.
Crochet: Decorative - Other
This unique design creates 4 different sizes of heart ornaments, decorations, or appliques, simply by ending at any of the 4 noted rounds. You may fasten off and change color at the end of every round if desired. Last page of pattern includes photos after every rnd.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
This ornament was designed during a lovely seashore vacation at Ocean Grove, New Jersey. That quaint little town has such a peaceful Christian spirit pervading it which allows one to contemplate and reflect on the important things of life. Many of the homes boast beautiful Victorian architecture flourishes which I sought to incorporate in this ...
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
This beautiful lacy star will look perfectly at home as a suncatcher in your window or as an ornament on your Christmas tree.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
Sera’s graceful spiral skirt gives her a rather joyful appearance as if she is twirling to a heavenly tune.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
This petite angel has a wonderful sun ray design adorning the bottom of her dress and on her halo, hence her name!
Crochet: Hanging Ornament, Bookmark
Worked in wonderful color-changing variegated thread for the body of the cross and a coordinating solid color for the edging, this design brings to mind the classic Rose cathedral windows and the lovely Tiffany stained glass works.
Crochet: Containers
I’ve been making small crocheted treasure boxes for about 20 years, but when a good friend requested one for her mother I knew I couldn’t use just the standard pattern I had been using. It needed to be a special piece for a special lady! Read the story here.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament, Bookmark, Applique / Embellishment
This adaptable pattern can be fashioned into several different finished items, including bookmarks, appliques, and hanging ornaments.
Crochet: Bookmark
In the process of designing one of my patterns I stumbled onto Tunisian Crochet without knowing what it was! After doing quite a bit more research, I discovered that Tunisian crochet is actually quite closely related in construction to the chainless foundation technique, which is also used in this design.
Crochet: Slippers
THE perfect summer slipper pattern, for a barely there, just need a little something, something!
Crochet: Vest
The classic crochet pineapple motif meets today’s fun summer fashion accessory! These pretty pineapples can be worked in any lighter weight category 2 yarn. Take a look at the yarn database for lots of different suggestions.
Crochet: Bracelet, Cuffs
The classic crochet pineapple motif meets today’s fun summer fashion accessory! These pretty pineapples can be worked in any lighter weight category 2 yarn (sport weight). See the Ravelry yarn database for lots of suggestions!
Crochet: Bracelet
The classic granny square- this time worked in miniature with size 10 crochet thread and small steel crochet hook. Proclaim your love for all things crochet by wearing your heart on your sleeve, or in this case, your granny square on your wrist!
Crochet: Shorts
The classic crochet pineapple motif meets today’s fun summer fashion accessory! These pretty pineapples can be worked in any lighter weight category 2 yarn. Take a look at the yarn database for lots of different suggestions.
Crochet: Headband
The classic crochet pineapple motif meets today’s fun summer fashion accessory! These pretty pineapples can be worked in any lighter weight category 2 yarn.
Crochet: Feet / Legs - Other
The classic crochet pineapple motif meets today’s fun summer fashion accessory! These pretty pineapples can be worked in any lighter weight category 2 yarn.
Crochet: Decorative - Other
I don’t know why, but every time I used to draw Easter eggs as a kid they were always zig-zaggy! I looked around for a zig-zaggy type design for an Easter egg and couldn’t find one. After quite a few tries I finally realized that simple sometimes is best and went with just a plain shell stitch, very similar in design to my Stained Glass Cross O...
Crochet: Applique / Embellishment
I am inspired in many ways by the humble shamrock… from the legend of St. Patrick using it as a metaphor for the Trinity, to the shape of the leaves looking like tiny joined hearts…to the lovely green color which promises that spring is at hand!
Crochet: Bracelet
This pattern is quite intricate and not for the beginning crocheter! I include numerous photos throughout, but still do not recommend this for novices. The photos will however, help the experienced crocheter more easily see stitch placement.
Crochet: Accessories - Other
I made this as a special gift for a very special someone, and realized it’s also perfect for a Mardi Gras or costume party!
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
To be successful with this pattern you should know how to start with a ‘Magic’ ring, Crochet in back loop only, and Crochet in bottom loop of chain.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
This beautiful open leafy filigree pattern is quite simple, using only basic ch, sl st, sc, hdc, and dc stitches.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
This pattern uses some advanced stitches (FoundationSingleCrochet stitch, TrebleCrochet, DoubleTrebleCrochet, TripleTrebleCrochet), and there are links to some great instructional videos to help. I also include numerous photos to help sort out any possible confusion as to where stitches are placed.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
These cross ornaments make me smile every time I make one, and I have been making them for about 30 years now!
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
The single pattern includes instruction for ONLY the boy angel; 2 head versions, one with a ring and one ‘solid head’. I include photos to help with tricky steps.
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
This design requires that you are familiar with the chainless foundation method, (links to some great video instructions are included!) and uses these stitches:
Crochet: Hanging Ornament
This pattern was designed after being inspired by seeing a similar ornament made of worsted weight yarn. The proportions in the yarn pattern just did not translate well to thread crochet, so I wrote my own!
Crochet: Craft - Other
I designed this item because I have been crocheting so much lately I ended up with a blister right where I like to wrap my thread to keep tension while I’m working! So I made myself a finger wrap to wear instead of going through all my bandaids. The first part was just about the same as a bandaid…even the same color. But I decided to add some b...