Stitches n Scraps
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Knit • Crochet • Create - Welcome to my crazy, crafty world! Find free patterns, tutorials, and more at StitchesnScraps.com
As a self-employed designer and tech editor, I've struggled with how to participate in the shutdown on Friday. The idea is to stop all economic activity - no work, no shopping.
Like many people, I'm not going to be able to stop work entirely. But here's what I can (and will) do. 1/3
Like many people, I'm not going to be able to stop work entirely. But here's what I can (and will) do. 1/3
January 30, 2026 at 5:32 AM
As a self-employed designer and tech editor, I've struggled with how to participate in the shutdown on Friday. The idea is to stop all economic activity - no work, no shopping.
Like many people, I'm not going to be able to stop work entirely. But here's what I can (and will) do. 1/3
Like many people, I'm not going to be able to stop work entirely. But here's what I can (and will) do. 1/3
Find your own way with the Wayfinder Square! Make the 6" version or 12" version. Combine multiple squares (all the same size, or mix and match) to make pillows, blankets, and more! Which way will you go? stitchesnscraps.com/wayfinder-mi... #Crochetpattern #FindYourOwnWay
Wayfinder Square crochet pattern
Find your own way with the Wayfinder Square. Graphic and versatile, this mitered crochet square is designed to make a statement! Mix and match 6" and 12" squares to create bold, modern designs!
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January 19, 2026 at 9:43 PM
Find your own way with the Wayfinder Square! Make the 6" version or 12" version. Combine multiple squares (all the same size, or mix and match) to make pillows, blankets, and more! Which way will you go? stitchesnscraps.com/wayfinder-mi... #Crochetpattern #FindYourOwnWay
I've got another new pattern for you today! Meet Feisty the Baby Fox. They're joining us for the Toybox CAL at #CALCentralCrochet. Join in the fun on the Facebook group! stitchesnscraps.com/feisty-the-b...
Feisty the Baby Fox amigurumi crochet pattern
Feisty the Baby Fox is full of mischief and fun! They love to play hunting games with their baby animal friends. This adorable crochet pattern is quick, easy, and a great first amigurumi project.
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July 21, 2025 at 3:12 PM
I've got another new pattern for you today! Meet Feisty the Baby Fox. They're joining us for the Toybox CAL at #CALCentralCrochet. Join in the fun on the Facebook group! stitchesnscraps.com/feisty-the-b...
New pattern dropped yesterday, a bit ahead of schedule. The Backbeat Beanie is quick and easy with loads of texture, and it comes in 4 sizes. It's perfect for charity or gifting! stitchesnscraps.com/backbeat-cro...
Backbeat Beanie crochet pattern
Need a hat that's not too light and not too warm? You need the syncopated rhythm of the Backbeat Beanie! It's just warm enough for a chilly evening breeze, and great for charity projects too!
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July 19, 2025 at 3:34 PM
New pattern dropped yesterday, a bit ahead of schedule. The Backbeat Beanie is quick and easy with loads of texture, and it comes in 4 sizes. It's perfect for charity or gifting! stitchesnscraps.com/backbeat-cro...
Are you ready for the latest square in the 2025 Moogly Afghan CAL? It's my turn! Meet the Wild Jasmine Square - a floral-inspired romp through different stitch patterns and textures. There's a full video tutorial too! stitchesnscraps.com/wild-jasmine...
July 10, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Are you ready for the latest square in the 2025 Moogly Afghan CAL? It's my turn! Meet the Wild Jasmine Square - a floral-inspired romp through different stitch patterns and textures. There's a full video tutorial too! stitchesnscraps.com/wild-jasmine...
It's here! The blanket I've been telling you about all year is finally ready! Meet the Flynnster - layers of lovely, squishy textures in a repeating chevron pattern. In 5 sizes! #crochet #chevron 🧶 stitchesnscraps.com/the-flynnste...
The Flynnster Textured Chevron Blanket
Add drama and flair to your decor with the Flynnster! Bold stripes, dynamic chevrons, and playful textures come together in this crochet chevron blanket. #Crochet #Blanket
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June 16, 2025 at 3:12 PM
It's here! The blanket I've been telling you about all year is finally ready! Meet the Flynnster - layers of lovely, squishy textures in a repeating chevron pattern. In 5 sizes! #crochet #chevron 🧶 stitchesnscraps.com/the-flynnste...
It's happy squishy mail day! Look at these lovely yarns from @knitcollage.bsky.social ! I got the daisy chain to use in weaving, but I haven't decided what to do with all that spun cloud light yet - there's a sweater worth there....what do you think? maybe some sort of short sleeve top for summer?
June 7, 2025 at 7:41 PM
It's happy squishy mail day! Look at these lovely yarns from @knitcollage.bsky.social ! I got the daisy chain to use in weaving, but I haven't decided what to do with all that spun cloud light yet - there's a sweater worth there....what do you think? maybe some sort of short sleeve top for summer?
It's time for the newest pattern in the 2025 Hat and Scarf Crochet Along, hosted by myself and @undergroundcrafter.bsky.social ! Resilience Rising uses slipped stitches to create the lovely lattice pattern. It comes in 3 sizes and there's a full tutorial too! stitchesnscraps.com/resilience-r...
Resilience Rising Knit Hat Pattern
Resilience Rising is the perfect hat for unpredictable weather. The 2-color slip stitch lattice knit pattern is sure to impress, and is so much easier than it looks! #TwoOfAKindKAL
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April 25, 2025 at 2:18 PM
It's time for the newest pattern in the 2025 Hat and Scarf Crochet Along, hosted by myself and @undergroundcrafter.bsky.social ! Resilience Rising uses slipped stitches to create the lovely lattice pattern. It comes in 3 sizes and there's a full tutorial too! stitchesnscraps.com/resilience-r...
Learn how to decrease in double knitting! I'm compiling some tutorials and patterns into a comprehensive resource on double knitting. As part of that process, I just gave this decrease tutorial a makeover, including a brand new video. stitchesnscraps.com/how-to-work-... #Knitting #DoubleKnitting 🧶
April 23, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Learn how to decrease in double knitting! I'm compiling some tutorials and patterns into a comprehensive resource on double knitting. As part of that process, I just gave this decrease tutorial a makeover, including a brand new video. stitchesnscraps.com/how-to-work-... #Knitting #DoubleKnitting 🧶
Buddy the Beaver stopped by my woodpile for a visit! Make your own beaver buddy with this fun amigurumi pattern. stitchesnscraps.com/amigurumi_cr...
Make a busy beaver softie!
Buddy the Beaver is always busy! Make your own busy beaver buddy with this easy, amigurumi crochet beaver pattern!
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April 20, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Buddy the Beaver stopped by my woodpile for a visit! Make your own beaver buddy with this fun amigurumi pattern. stitchesnscraps.com/amigurumi_cr...
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Like before the proposed removal of Roe vs Wade and Project 2025......
April 19, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Like before the proposed removal of Roe vs Wade and Project 2025......
Everything's coming up roses with the Primrose Garden Square! One color or many colors - how will your garden grow? stitchesnscraps.com/primrose-sti... #crochet 🧶
Crochet a primrose garden!
Grow a garden ringed with the delicate blossoms of The Primrose Garden Square! It's equally delightful in one color or many. How will your Primrose Garden grow?
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April 13, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Everything's coming up roses with the Primrose Garden Square! One color or many colors - how will your garden grow? stitchesnscraps.com/primrose-sti... #crochet 🧶
My very first tutorial ever - all the way back from 2013(!) just got a glow up with updated pictures and illustrations, and a brand new video! Learn how to fix knitting mistakes without frogging (ripping out) rows or rounds. stitchesnscraps.com/how-to-fix-k...
Fix Knitting Mistakes without Ripping Out Rows/Rounds!
Have you ever found a mistake several rows or rounds later? Learn how to fix knitting mistakes without frogging (ripping out), by dropping the problematic stitch and "laddering" it back up again.
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April 12, 2025 at 2:30 AM
My very first tutorial ever - all the way back from 2013(!) just got a glow up with updated pictures and illustrations, and a brand new video! Learn how to fix knitting mistakes without frogging (ripping out) rows or rounds. stitchesnscraps.com/how-to-fix-k...
Just a few days left, and we're so close to the goal!! Can you help us meet it?
This Saturday I'll be knitting/crocheting/weaving for 12 hours with the Knit for Food Knit a Thon. Overall, we're at 84% of our goal for the event - will you help us make it all the way? givebutter.com/knitforfood2...
This Saturday I'll be knitting/crocheting/weaving for 12 hours with the Knit for Food Knit a Thon. Overall, we're at 84% of our goal for the event - will you help us make it all the way? givebutter.com/knitforfood2...
Knit for Food Knit-a-Thon 2025
Join us on April 5th, 2025 for the 5th annual Knit for Food Knit-a-thon. This 12-hour knitting marathon raises funds and awareness to combat hunger and food insecurity!
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April 2, 2025 at 3:49 AM
Just a few days left, and we're so close to the goal!! Can you help us meet it?
This Saturday I'll be knitting/crocheting/weaving for 12 hours with the Knit for Food Knit a Thon. Overall, we're at 84% of our goal for the event - will you help us make it all the way? givebutter.com/knitforfood2...
This Saturday I'll be knitting/crocheting/weaving for 12 hours with the Knit for Food Knit a Thon. Overall, we're at 84% of our goal for the event - will you help us make it all the way? givebutter.com/knitforfood2...
If you're going to crochet a garden, don't forget to water it! This adorable, mini, amigurumi watering can should do the trick. It's an essential tool in any toy gardening set. stitchesnscraps.com/crochet-amig... #wateringcan #crochet #amigurumi #toyboxcal #calcentralcrochet 🧶
Amigurumi mini watering can
Every little gardener needs a little watering can! This crochet amigurumi watering can is an adorable essential for any garden play set. #CALCentralCrochet #ToyBoxCAL
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March 24, 2025 at 9:17 PM
If you're going to crochet a garden, don't forget to water it! This adorable, mini, amigurumi watering can should do the trick. It's an essential tool in any toy gardening set. stitchesnscraps.com/crochet-amig... #wateringcan #crochet #amigurumi #toyboxcal #calcentralcrochet 🧶
Happy equinox! Welcome spring with the Blooming Bobbles square. This lovely, lacy, floral square looks great in one color or many! stitchesnscraps.com/blooming-bob...
Blooming Bobbles Square
The Blooming Bobbles 12-inch crochet square has layers of texture and an ever-changing pattern, with something new in every round!
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March 20, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Happy equinox! Welcome spring with the Blooming Bobbles square. This lovely, lacy, floral square looks great in one color or many! stitchesnscraps.com/blooming-bob...
Make washing up fun with this cute Caterpillar Scrubby Set! It makes a great gift too. stitchesnscraps.com/free-pattern...
Caterpillar Crochet Scrubby Set
Quick and easy mini scrubbies combine to form a cute caterpillar, perfect for gifting! These little pads have convenient finger straps, loads of scrubbing power, and dry quickly too!
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March 17, 2025 at 6:19 AM
Make washing up fun with this cute Caterpillar Scrubby Set! It makes a great gift too. stitchesnscraps.com/free-pattern...
Crochet a classic pineapple lace doily with a modern twist! 3D flower stitches add a fun pop to this lovely, lacey pattern. stitchesnscraps.com/crochet-doil... #crochet 🧶
Starflower Lace Crochet Doily Pattern
Tiny, 3-dimensional flowers encircle classic pineapple lace. Dress up your table for spring with the Starflower Lace doily!
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March 14, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Crochet a classic pineapple lace doily with a modern twist! 3D flower stitches add a fun pop to this lovely, lacey pattern. stitchesnscraps.com/crochet-doil... #crochet 🧶
Have you tried the Favorite Jeans knit scarf pattern yet? Now there's a full video tutorial! stitchesnscraps.com/favorite-jea... Get the pattern, and follow along step by step with the video!
Learn to knit the Favorite Jeans Knit Scarf!
Knit the comfort of a favorite pair of jeans with this Favorite Jeans knit scarf tutorial! This beginner-friendly pattern features panels of diagonal ribbing separated by garter stitch faux "seams"
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March 11, 2025 at 4:24 AM
Have you tried the Favorite Jeans knit scarf pattern yet? Now there's a full video tutorial! stitchesnscraps.com/favorite-jea... Get the pattern, and follow along step by step with the video!
Washcloths are a great way to learn and practice new stitches. Try the butterfly stitch in this Butterfly Stitch washcloth! stitchesnscraps.com/knitted-kitc... #washcloth #knitting #knit 🧶
Learn how to knit butterfly stitch!
Welcome spring with a butterfly stitch washcloth! A simple pattern of slip stitches creates the floating strands of yarn that form this unique texture.
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March 9, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Washcloths are a great way to learn and practice new stitches. Try the butterfly stitch in this Butterfly Stitch washcloth! stitchesnscraps.com/knitted-kitc... #washcloth #knitting #knit 🧶
Spring is coming soon - My favorite first sign is the tulips popping up, sometimes even surrounded by snow! Celebrate the coming season with the Tulips in the Snow Blanket Square. stitchesnscraps.com/blooming-bob... #crochet 🧶
Blooming Bobbles Square
The Blooming Bobbles 12-inch crochet square has layers of texture and an ever-changing pattern, with something new in every round!
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March 9, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Spring is coming soon - My favorite first sign is the tulips popping up, sometimes even surrounded by snow! Celebrate the coming season with the Tulips in the Snow Blanket Square. stitchesnscraps.com/blooming-bob... #crochet 🧶
Persephone's Meadow keyhole scarf is the pattern that special skein of yarn has been waiting for! I made mine with some handspun yarn. Wrap it like normal, or tuck one end through the keyhole opening to keep it snuggly in place! stitchesnscraps.com/free-pattern... #crochet 🧶
Persephone's Meadow Keyhole Scarf
Persephone’s Meadow is the pattern your favorite yarn has been waiting for. Solid or striped, smooth or textured, this design will help it to shine.
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March 6, 2025 at 3:53 AM
Persephone's Meadow keyhole scarf is the pattern that special skein of yarn has been waiting for! I made mine with some handspun yarn. Wrap it like normal, or tuck one end through the keyhole opening to keep it snuggly in place! stitchesnscraps.com/free-pattern... #crochet 🧶
In the Fabulous Floats washcloth, the colorwork floats are the stars! Simple slip stitches create the squishy, textured fabric, perfect for gentle scrubbing.
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Show off your floats with this fun and easy washcloth!
Create a striking, reversible texture by taking advantage of carried yarns (floats). The garter stitch pattern uses ony one color at a time, and only knit and slipped stitches.
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March 6, 2025 at 3:52 AM
In the Fabulous Floats washcloth, the colorwork floats are the stars! Simple slip stitches create the squishy, textured fabric, perfect for gentle scrubbing.
stitchesnscraps.com/slip-stitch-... #washcloth #springcleaning #knit #knitting 🧶
stitchesnscraps.com/slip-stitch-... #washcloth #springcleaning #knit #knitting 🧶
Got a random something that needs a home? Make it a Task-it Basket! With super bulky yarn, a hidden reinforcement panel, and convenient handles, it stands up to all your storage needs. (And it makes a great project basket, too.) #TaskItBasket 🧶 #CrochetPattern stitchesnscraps.com/chunky-croch...
What will you Task-it with?
Toys, snacks, knick-knacks, or (of course) yarn, the Task-it Basket is perfect for small storage tasks. It works up fast in super bulky yarn, with a hidden ring of plastic mesh to hold its shape.
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March 4, 2025 at 3:52 AM
Got a random something that needs a home? Make it a Task-it Basket! With super bulky yarn, a hidden reinforcement panel, and convenient handles, it stands up to all your storage needs. (And it makes a great project basket, too.) #TaskItBasket 🧶 #CrochetPattern stitchesnscraps.com/chunky-croch...