Although it’s now spring, I’m still energetically crocheting hats – this chunky cabled crochet beanie is from Yarnspirations. Tomiko and I are trying out some new patterns (and writing our own) in beautiful yarns from our local yarn stores to eventually sell in our Kiku Corner Etsy shop! This was the first time I crocheted […]
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Crochet Puff Stitch Hat with Free Pattern
The puff stitch hat is made with a body of puff stitches attached to a ribbing made of single crochet stitches. The puffs stitches make the hat quite warm while the ribbing adds a slight stretch for a forgiving fit.
DIY: Crochet Pineapple Toque and Free Pattern
I started this crochet pineapple toque several times over the last few months, and I finally got around to finishing it! The lattice-like effect is easily done with double crochet stitches in two colours of yarn, and topping the hat with a pom pom made us think of pineapples. The crochet stitches are rather dense, […]
DIY: Embroidered arm warmers
These cashmere arm warmers are one of three projects I created out of a thrifted sweater. When I found this light grey knit treasure, I noticed it was super soft and beautiful but far too small for me. However, it was the perfect candidate for a DIY I had been planning so I bought it right up at […]
Flannel and Fleece Drawstring Neck-Warmer
I designed this drawstring neck-warmer because I decided to finally beat winter this year. I haven’t needed too many layers with these unusually warm temperatures we’re experiencing and I’m not complaining. Still, as a proud former Girl Guide, I like to be prepared. This is the second generation of a more masculine neck piece I made for Donatello last year. There […]