Crafting Inspiration: Hearts!

St. Valentines Day is just around the corner. And whether you're dating, married, or want to do something for a crush, crafting is a great way to go.

Lovely little flowers

So I recently found this adorable little pattern by Sarah at Repeat Crafter Me.
 

  

Zig Zags Pacifier Clip

One thing that is always handy for any mom is a pacifier clip. I don't know about you but picking up the pacifier 9 million times gets old. Bonus points, my son normally drops it on the dog or in one of their bowls.

So I made some simple clips to help keep them attached. Best part? You can use them with sippy cups too (just make them a bit longer)!
 

I have revamped my original design so I'm only going to put up my newer version (that I like a lot better quite honestly).

This one was super easy and makes something fun for little hands to play with.

 Now this pattern is set up as a chart so if you need any help with it let me know. I'm still trying to get the hang of making my own charts! :) But for a pattern like this it's a little easier to have a chart versus written out.

I used a 4.0mm hook but you can use a smaller or bigger hook to adjust for how tightly you crochet.

I have a pdf available on Ravelry if you'd like to have a downloadable version.

This was my first shot at making a crochet diagram so if you have any questions, please let me know! I'll be happy to help :)

Please do not sell this pattern as your own. Feel free to sell finished pieces but please credit me for the pattern :) Thank you!

Trellis Scarf

A good friend wanted a scarf made up for her. Admittedly she wanted one I made for my Mom some time ago but never thought to really do anything with.

Well this time I figured I'd put up this simple little scarf for everyone. Now I know it looks like the holes are really big in between and it wouldn't keep the cold out for anything. But honestly, it does. Get a good wrap around and it keeps the chill out wonderfully!

Puzzling out yarn weight

We've all done it. Browsing the yarn store, fondling all the wonderful yarns and found the yarn of your dreams.

Or at least the yarn for that project you've been wanting to do. Now you know that project needs DK weight yarn. This yarn has a funny little photo with a "3" on it. Well does that mean it's DK yarn? Or is this sock yarn?

Ever wonder what those funny pictures on your yarn are for?

Clothes. Yarn. Material. It always has those funny little photos on it that just look like hieroglyphics of some forgotten land.

They do actually mean something that will help keep your beautiful works looking new and pretty for longer.