Add a touch of handmade winter magic to your holiday décor with the Mosaic Snowflake Christmas Tree Skirt! This striking hexagon-shaped design features a radiant center star extending from the tree opening, surrounded by elegant fir trees and finished with a beautiful snowflake border. Using the eye-catching mosaic crochet technique, this festive pattern creates a stunning statement piece for your Christmas tree. Includes instructions for two sizes, so you can create the perfect fit for your holiday display!

This stunning piece is easier than it looks. It’s made entirely of single and double crochet stitches. You only work with one color at a time, carry the colors from row to row, and there are minimal ends to weave in!

What you’ll learn:  Mosaic crochet

• Size: Small:  39″x42″; Large:  51″x58″
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  Small:  1400 yards; Large: 2400 yards
• Skill level:  Intermediate
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos; mosaic color charts
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  13

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

Add bold and playful decor to any room with the Striped Knot Pillow Crochet Pattern. This pattern guides you through crocheting a long, soft tube—using 1–6 colors as striking stripes—and then transforming it into its mind-boggling sculptural knot shape.

Perfect for showcasing holiday themes, team colors, school spirit, or pride flag combinations, this beginner-to-intermediate pattern adds a fun twist to home decor. Whether you’re making it for your own space or crafting a one-of-a-kind gift, the Striped Knot Pillow pattern is a fun and easy crochet project.

What you’ll learn: Linked dc, spiral crochet, tying a monkey knot

• Size: 10″x10″x10″
• Yarn weight: Worsted (4)
• Yarn quantity: 700 yards, split between colors
• Hook size: H/5.0mm
• Skill level: Easy
• Time to complete: 12-14 hours
• Pattern type: Step-by-step written instructions with photos, plus videos for the main stitch and how to tie the knot
• Language: English with US terminology
• Pages: 18

While the standard size has 2 tubes on each side, the pattern also includes instructions for making a larger (12″x12″x12″) pillow with 3 tubes on each side (like the solid pink one in the photos).

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

Create a striking 60”x60” blanket featuring diagonal-split granny squares that form a bold, Escher-inspired 3D illusion. Perfect for intermediate crocheters, this quilt-like design makes a cozy statement piece for your home or a unique handmade gift.

This afghan uses 5 shades of yarn to create a 3D illusion with diagonal split granny squares. They are joined one at a time with the join-as-you-go method (step-by-step instructions included). You can also choose to join them with another method. An X-stitch border highlights the interwoven motif.

Want to choose your own colors? The pattern includes a link to an online Stitch Fiddle chart you can use to easily try out and select your own colors.

What you’ll learn:  Split granny squares, joining granny squares as you go, Xst.

• Size: 60″ x 60″.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  3275 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  19

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

The blanket pictured was made with Brava Worsted, colors White, Seraphim, Freesia, Mulberry, and Eggplant, from WeCrochet (affiliate link).

Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to crochet a weighted blanket? Weighted blankets are known for improving sleep, calming anxiety, and helping with sensory processing disorders. Lying under one feels like an all-over hug.

Normally, weighted blankets have quilted pockets filled with plastic pellets — not an option with crochet, since the pellets would escape through the holes. So I decided to find a way to attach beads to the inside of a crochet blanket.

The trick is to make a 3-layer blanket with plastic beads embedded in the middle layer so you don’t feel them. The result is a soft, thick blanket with uniform weight distribution, perfect for added calmness.

The step-by-step pattern includes instructions for two sizes – adult/throw and kid size – or you can start with a different number of stitches to make your own size. Important:  Weighted blankets are not recommended for children under 4 years old.

What you’ll learn:  Foundation single crochet, stacked double crochet, treble cluster, crocheting with beads

• Size: 48″ x 60″ (adult) or 36″ x 48″ (kid)
• Approx weight: 12.5 lb (adult) or 7 lb (kid)
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn quantity:  6300 yards (adult) or 3600 yards (kid)
• Materials:  8700 plastic pony beads (adult) or 4800 beads (kid)
• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Estimated time to complete:  100 hours (adult) or 60 hours (kid)
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos and videos for special stitches
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  10

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

The green blanket above was made with Caron One Pound in Hosta from Yarnspirations (affiliate link).

Christmas Tree Afghan

This holiday throw blanket uses special granny squares to make the tree shape, with snowflakes and a star. This pattern includes instructions for making the tree with or without ornaments. You can mix and match the colors and patterns to make a custom blanket that suits your holiday style.

What you’ll learn:  Star, snowflake, half, and angled granny squares. Join-as-you-go granny square technique.

• Size: 48” x 60″.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  2325 yards
• Skill level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate.
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  21

‘Tis The Season Christmas Stocking

This year, I made customized matching Christmas stockings for my family, and now you can too! The ‘Tis The Season Christmas Stocking crochet pattern looks great in solid colors, or with color work you can add an initial, a character, or another image for a personalized touch.

This pattern includes step-by-step instructions with photos and videos, along with files with the color charts for all 26 letters of the alphabet, plus the following Christmas-themed images:

• Santa
• Reindeer
• Angel
• Candy Cane
• Gingerbread Man
• Nordic Star
• Snowflake
• Snowman
• Star of Bethlehem
• Christmas Tree
• Wreath

The color charts include links to Stitch Fiddle, where you can add the charts to your (free) account, to modify as you wish. There is also a link to a blank chart, so you can make your own images from scratch!

What you’ll learn:  Sc in the 3rd loop, mini-C2C stitch in the round, color work (optional)

• Size: 7” x 20″.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  350 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate to advanced. Experience with the C2C stitch is helpful but not necessary.
• Estimated time to complete:  8-10 hours
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos and stitch videos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  15 (pattern only)

Christmas Explosion Tree Skirt

For years, every time I opened the box of Christmas decorations, I was reminded that I needed to make a new Christmas tree skirt, but by then it was too late. This year, I remembered early enough to do something about it!

I was inspired by a 12-point star baby blanket pattern, and decided to add a Jacob’s Ladder (chain of large loops) down the middle of each point. The modification meant the star could only have 11 points to make it lay flat. The resulting 3-color pattern looks like a Christmas explosion! So I decided to call it that.

Three hidden buttons hold the star together seamlessly around the tree.

What you’ll learn:  Jacob’s ladder stitch

• Size: 40″ across, with an option for either a 3.5″ or 5″ diameter hole
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  1100 yards
• Skill level:  Advanced beginner
• Time to complete:  Approximately 8-10 hours
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  6

These patterns have been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make them, I’m happy to help!

This year, I made customized matching Christmas stockings for my family, and now you can too! The ‘Tis The Season Christmas Stocking crochet pattern looks great in solid colors, or with color work you can add an initial, a character, or another image for a personalized touch.

This pattern includes step-by-step instructions with photos and videos, along with files with the color charts for all 26 letters of the alphabet, plus the following Christmas-themed images:

• Santa
• Mrs. Claus
• Reindeer
• Angel
• Candy Cane
• Elf
• Gingerbread Man
• Nordic Star
• Nutcracker
• Penguin
• Sleigh
• Snowflake
• Snowman
• Star of Bethlehem
• Christmas Tree
• Wreath

The color charts include links to Stitch Fiddle, where you can add the charts to your (free) account, to modify as you wish. There is also a link to a blank chart, so you can make your own images from scratch!

What you’ll learn:  Sc in the 3rd loop, mini-C2C stitch in the round, color work (optional)

• Size: 7” x 20″.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  350 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate to advanced. Experience with the C2C stitch is helpful but not necessary.
• Estimated time to complete:  8-10 hours
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos and key stitch videos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  15 (pattern only)

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

Earlier this year, I flew long-haul flights from the US to Asia and back. I didn’t want to carry around one of those big horseshoe travel pillows, so I made my own design to be compact and comfortable. It features a slim pillow with a lacy wrap that holds it in place with 2 large buttons.

The SlumberWrap Travel Pillow is your new sleep helper when taking long trips by train, plane, or automobile. When you’re not snoozing, it stores easily on your suitcase or bag handle.

This quick and easy crochet pattern gives you the option to use worsted weight or super bulky (blanket yarn) so you can choose your own squish level.

What you’ll learn:  Crochet in the round

• Size: About 4″ W x 11″ L x 2″ H, not including the lace wrap section
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4) or Super Bulky (6)
• Yarn quantity:  160-180 yards Worsted, or 80-100 yards Super Bulky
• Skill level: Beginner.
• Completion time:  Approximately 1.5 – 4 hours
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  8

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

3D Squares Illusion Afghan

This afghan uses 4 shades of yarn to create a unique 3D Squares Illusion. The squares are formed with a special mitered granny square. They are joined by the C2C (corner to corner) stitch. The contrasting stitches make the 3D effect even stronger.

What you’ll learn:  Mitered granny squares, joining granny squares with the C2C stitch

• Size: 49” x 62″.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  3100 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate/Advanced. I recommend having some experience with C2C before starting this project.
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos, link to video tutorial showing the join method
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  18

Plaid Granny Afghan

Add sophisticated comfort to any room with the Plaid Granny Afghan. This crochet pattern uses mitered granny squares arranged in a unique way to make a plaid design. The pattern includes step-by-step instructions plus a video tutorial for joining the squares using the join-as-you-go method. You can also use your favorite granny square joining method if you prefer.

What you’ll learn:  Mitered granny squares, Continuous Join-as-you-go

• Size: 48″ x 60″
• Yarn weight:  Lightweight/DK (3) or Worsted (4)
• Yarn quantity:  2800 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos and a video showing the join-as-you-go method
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  12

Christmas Tree Afghan

This holiday throw blanket uses special granny squares to make the tree shape, with snowflakes and a star. This pattern includes instructions for making the tree with or without ornaments. You can mix and match the colors and patterns to make a custom blanket that suits your holiday style.

What you’ll learn:  Star, snowflake, half, and angled granny squares. Join-as-you-go granny square technique.

• Size: 48” x 60″.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  2325 yards
• Skill level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate.
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  21

3D Illusion Granny Square Afghan

This afghan uses 4 shades of the same color to create a 3D Illusion with granny squares, plus a fifth color to assemble the squares. The stitch is simple – all double crochet with chain spaces – but the special placement of the colors makes this unique 3D effect. The perfect way to showcase your favorite color!

What you’ll learn:  Mitered granny squares, flat slip stitch joining method

• Size: 49.5” x 66”.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  3400 yards
• Skill level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate.
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  5

These patterns have been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make them, I’m happy to help!

Add classic comfort to any room with the Plaid Granny Afghan. This crochet pattern uses mitered granny squares arranged in a unique way to make a plaid design. The pattern includes step-by-step instructions plus a video tutorial for joining the squares using the join-as-you-go method. You can also use your favorite granny square joining method if you prefer.

What you’ll learn:  Mitered granny squares, Continuous Join-as-you-go

• Size: 48″ x 60″
• Yarn weight:  Lightweight/DK (3) or Worsted (4)
• Yarn quantity:  2800 yards
• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Estimated time to complete:  31-34 hours
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos and a video showing the join-as-you-go method
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  12

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!

The blue blanket pictured was made with Brava Worsted, colors Clarity, Celestrial, and Denim, from WeCrochet (affiliate link).

This holiday throw blanket uses special granny squares to make the tree shape, with snowflakes and a star. This pattern includes instructions for making the tree with or without ornaments. You can mix and match the colors and patterns to make a custom blanket that suits your holiday style.

What you’ll learn:  Star, snowflake, half, and angled granny squares. Join-as-you-go granny square technique.

• Size: 48” x 60″.
• Yarn weight:  Worsted (4)
• Yarn amount:  2325 yards
• Skill level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate.
• Pattern type:  Step-by-step written instructions with photos
• Language:  English with US terminology
• Pages:  21

This pattern has been independently tested for clarity and accuracy.

If you have any questions as you make it, I’m happy to help!