More Patriotic Ideas for Knit and Crochet

There's still a week before the Fourth to do a project or two. Here are a few more ideas.

Crocheted Apron

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/L0149AD.html?noImages=

Knitted Napkin Holders

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/90205AD.html?noImages=

Crocheted bag

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/ccusa-patrioticBag.html?noImages=

Knitted placemats

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/kkc-patrioticPlacemats.html?noImages=

Pocket Wrap

Crochet pattern: http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/ccusa-patrioticPocketWrap.html?noImages=

Knit Pattern: http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/kcusa-patrioticPocketWrap.html?noImages=

Happy crafting,

Kathi Linz

Blankets for That Special Baby

Spring is the time to think of new life - flowers, puppies, chickens, and babies. If you have someone new to knit for or crochet, here are some blanket patterns to keep the little one warm.

Crocheted blankets



http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/cuddle-me-blanket



6 sided blanket
http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/patriotic-hexagon-baby-blanket



Lions and tigers and bears
http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/lions-tigers-bears-blanket

Knitted blankets



http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/carry-along-cuddle-blanket



http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/baby-blocks-blanket-hat-set



http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/baby-boy-chevron-blanket

I hope these ideas spark your creativity.
Happy crafting,

Kathi Linz

Almost Superbowl

The contestants for the Super Bowl are raring to go and I'll be you're having people over to watch the game. Besides getting all the snacks ready, maybe you'd like to decorate the table just a bit.

Knit Placemats and Crochet Napkin Rings

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/60669A.html

Maybe you can make them in the colors of the team you hope will win!

And here are a couple of coaster patterns for those drinks.

http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/single-square-coasters

http://www.redheart.com/free-patterns/snowflake-coasters

Happy crafting,

Kathi

A New Slant on Knit and Crochet

If you are tired of the same patterns over and over, try something with a new slant.

Here's one for crocheters.



This is called "New Slant Afghan". http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/L32019.html

Maybe you'd like to wander around in circles:



This one is called "Spiraling into Fall". http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/L32007.html

If you prefer needles to hooks, here's a pattern that will shift your focus a little:




This is a slip stitch sampler. http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/L32155.html

Lion Brand Yarn has many patterns that will inspire you. If you are in Jackson County, Indiana, come in and see our knit and crochet books. We have a large selection of everything from mittens to large afghans. We have delicate lace patterns through tightly-worked Tunisian crochet.

Happy crafting,

Kathi Linz

Baby Cocoons

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/L20132.html


http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/L20132B.html

Doesn't this look so warm and cozy for the cooler weather to come?  Lion Brand Yarn has these two patterns for knitters.  Both are listed as easy.


http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/L20323.html

Here's an easy baby booty pattern for crocheters.

Happy crafting,

Kathi