This crochet pattern uses two beading techniques: applying the beads with a steel crochet hook, and prestringing the beads. It uses a corner-to-corner technique. Skill level is Intermediate.

This statement piece, finished off with exuberant tassels, is worked in a 2-row cluster pattern.

Crisp white cotton and colorful pastels in wavy chevrons create a baby blanket worthy of any nursery. Working into the back loop only adds interesting ridges and texture.

This is a Tunisian crochet pattern. You will need a size J Tunisian hook with a flexible plastic extension; total length of hook and extension should total at least 24”. You will need 3 skeins in each of 2 colors of Malabrigo Lace yarn.

This lightweight, festive shawl is crocheted in a variety of Tunisian stitches. It’s worked on the bias starting at the long side; each row is shorter than the previous one.

This pattern is for a snake segment for an installation at the Delaware Museum of Natural History. The completed snake will hang in the Museum’s display corridor starting in December 2014 in conjunction with the exhibit Titanoboa: Monster Snake!

Snuggle up in this Tunisian crochet cowl that works up quickly with one skein of Maria Diaz “Gabriela” yarn from Plymouth. Rows of Tunisian knit and purl stitches alternate to create a pretty pattern on both sides. Join ends as a smooth loop or with a twist.

This luxurious Tunisian crochet throw combines a variety of textures. The yarn used in the sample is packaged together in the Colinette “Absolutely Fabulous” throw kit, but can also be purchased in individual skeins. Colorway used is “Cosmos Glow.” NOTE: All of the kits do not include the same yarn selection. If you want your finished throw to ...

This pattern uses 4 different yarns: one 100% cotton, two cotton/viscose blends, and one 100% viscose with a total of 1040 yds. It would also work with one type of yarn.

Five different yarns in one colorway are crocheted from the top down in a chevron pattern to create this textured, surprisingly lightweight shawl. Single crochet stitches are used for the three smoother yarns, while leggy treble crochet stitches highlight the distinctive qualities of the curlicue and mohair yarns. The result is a garment that’s...

This luxurious throw combines a variety of textures. The yarn used in the sample was packaged together in the Colinette “Absolutely Fabulous” throw kit, but can also be purchased in individual skeins. Colorway used is “Cadillac Punch.”

Banish the cold--and turn heads at the same time!--with this warm and fashionable wrap. Wilde thick-and-thin yarn from Plymouth is worked in two different Tunisian crochet stitches to create the unique look of this garment. The slightly rolled collar takes advantage of tunisian’s natural tendency to curl.

This one-skein scarf project in Tikal Yarn (distributed by Plymouth Yarn Co., Inc.) works up quickly with the loop stitch, a variation on single crochet with the yarn pulled up to the desired loop size in the middle of the stitch. it’s fluffy…it’s loopy…it’s floofy! Pattern contains written instruction and a photo tutorial of the loop stitch.

These cute, machine-washable “mug rugs” work up quickly in Tunisian simple stitch using two colors of Fantasy Naturale 100% cotton. You will be able to make 8 coasters from the 2 skeins in contrasting colors. Pattern includes technique photos.

This pattern uses 1,330 size 6 seed beads. You will also need a big-eye beading needle and a tapestry needle. Beads are pre-strung. Pattern includes technique photos.

Gauge is flexible for this project. Recommended gauge (blocked) is 3.5 inches from center of one bloom to the center of the adjacent bloom, and 4.5 inches from the bottom of one bloom to the bottom of the one directly above it using size K crochet hook.

Beautiful arches characterize this easy crochet pattern. a nice combination of structure and drape using Space Cadet Maia.

This lightweight round shawl in lustrous cotton was inspired by a festival at Longwood Gardens, a horticultural showplace in the Brandywine Valley. Detailed technique photos are included with the pattern.

This pattern is a Tunisian crochet pattern.

Baby merino lace from Abuelita Yarns is lusciously soft and easy to work with. 1 skein in each of 2 colors is required.

Silk and Silver yarn has an elegant shimmer and a beautiful drape. I was afraid that the silver threads would shed but they don’t at all! Three-stitch fans in Tunisian crochet are lacy and open to keep this wrap light and comfortable. It is finished with simple arch trim along the bottom edge.

“Spanish Dancer” laceweight yarn is worked in broomstick lace to create this colorful and comfortable shawl. Stitches are decreased so the top is narrower than the bottom, and hugs the shoulders. Fling this shawl over your shoulder, and the resulting gathers resemble a rose.

The slow variegations of this soft bamboo yarn create beautiful color contrasts. The scarf begins with crown-shaped trim. Vertical and crossed openwork stitches make up the middle. Coronet trim finishes the scarf.

I designed this Tunisian crochet scarf for a talk I gave at the Lion Brand Yarn Studio. Since the scarf is not very wide, you can use a regular crochet hook or a Tunisian (afghan) hook. Gauge does not matter for this project.

This shawl combines large clusters (5 double crochet stitches) with less dense double-treble crochet stitches and chain stitch mesh. The garment is visually interesting and also fun to make. Cluster stitch technique photos are included in the pattern. One skein of yarn was sufficient for the size made, but there was not a lot left over. Make su...

This scarf, designed in soft and snuggly PolarKnit, looks like stained glass with its bright colors and black background. It is simple to make, with contrasting color yarn woven through a crocheted mesh framework. I like the rainbow look, but you could choose from 1-6 colors to weave. Each channel requires 4 yards of yarn (doubled over if you’r...

Yak-bamboo blend yarn from Bijou Basin Ranch is warm, soft, and comfotable. This crocheted cable scarf’s tailored look makes it suitable for men and women. Adjust the length as desired by working fewer rows or additional ones. Even the longest scarf would not require more than two skeins!