The hot Summer weather has me out and about and in the garden which isn’t leaving me a lot of crochet time. So I have been looking for small crochet wins to satisfy my creativity and to gain a sense of achievement with the little time I have. I have found myself creating delicious treats to add to my previous trio of cupcakes and have made these perfect macarons in beautiful pastel shades.
I love the idea of making play food sets and I would have loved these as a little girl; and now with two beautiful neice in my life I have just the right excuse to make play food sets for their play kitchens (albeit I am prepping for a couple of years ahead!).
These macarons are quick and easy to make. With play food sets in mind I treated myself to a Drops Safran cotton yarn pack and am giddy with the colours and have peace of mind that the cotton is Oeko Tex standard 100 approved; which means the cotton has been certified to be free of harmful chemicals and is safe for human use, as well as being verified as both safe and non-irritating to human skin. For more of my patterns using this yarn take a look at my
which means I am getting through my Drops Safran stash quite quickly and making beautiful items I can gift.
This pattern is written using English crochet terminology but has US terminology in brackets within the stitch abbreviation section of the pattern. The macarons are made in continuous rounds or spirals. A method commonly used in amigurumi and means there are no visible seams. The pattern is suitable for beginners with some knowledge of basic stitches and includes 20 step by step pictures to assist you.
Let me know what you think or if you can recommend any good crochet food patterns I can take a look at!
With Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee just around the corner I thought I’d share my progress on my Jubilee decorations and share the pattern with you. After all what good is a garden party or afternoon tea without a bit of bunting?
To make the bunting flags please see my previous post just here They are simple to make and the lace trim gives a pretty, vintage vibe. What’s more if you tie your embellishments to the flags rather than sew them on, the bunting can be recycled and dressed up again for the next occasion / holiday season in your calendar…clever eh!
I wanted my Jubilee bunting to be traditional in colour , so of course it had to be red, white and blue, but I wanted it to look pretty and almost understated, so you won’t find any navy or lipstick red here! instead I chose a more muted red tone and coupled it with a mid blue. I also wanted to incorporate the Union Jack and found these gorgeous little buttons, which again are more subtle in tone.
This pattern is written using UK crochet terminology and the stitch abbreviations can be found below. I have included US terminology in brackets if you wish to convert.
Dc: Insert hook into chain or under both loops of stitch, yarn over and pull through so there are 2 loops on hook, yarn over again and pull through both loops on hook.
Tr: Yarn over hook, insert hook into chain or under both loops of stitch, yarn over and pull through so there are 3 loops on hook, yarn over again and pull through 2 loops, yarn over and pull through last 2 loops on hook.
Large Jubilee Rose
In cherry
Leave a long tail, ch 50
Tr in 2nd ch from hook, tr in each ch along, dc in last ch
Ch3, turn
2tr in same space, 3tr in each st a long, dc in last st. Fasten off leaving a long tail
Small Jubilee Rose
In denim blue
Leave a long tail, ch 33
Tr in 2nd ch from hook, tr in each ch along, dc in last ch
Ch3, turn
2tr in same space, 3tr in each st a long, dc in last st. Fasten off leaving a long tail
To assemble
Spiral flower in an anti-clockwise direction with one long tail at the front of the rose and one long tail at the back of the rose. With a darning needle take the front tail through to the back of the rose to secure centre petal. Now make several passes of the needle at back of the rose making sure you catch all the layers of the rose. With other tail, thread darning needle and make several more passes at the back of the rose. Tie tails together in a knot to secure. Attach to bunting by passing both tails with a darning needle through to back of flag and tie neatly so tails tuck neatly behind flag and can be easily removed when you wish to re-dress your bunting. Add buttons to string in between flags with hot glue / glue gun.
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Welcome to you, if you used to stop by here and spend some time with me, it’s good to have you here. And if this is your first time here, you are very welcome. Please stay, grab a cuppa and I will tell you what has happened here at the nest whilst the world has gone crazy!
It is sooooo good to be back here, in this lovely spot of the cyberspace. I have not dropped in for so long, but the time is right to start writing again. I think we can all agree that the world has changed so much over the last couple of years with Covid.
How are you?
Really, how are you? let me know in the comments below, I would really love to catch up with you.
I’ll start with a little nest update and then share my hooky plans for this year…I’ve got lots planned. So, if you want to skip the nest update and jump straight to the crochet, skip the next couple of paragraphs…I don’t mind.
The big news is the little Robins are not so little anymore and are now 18,17 and 14 years old… yep! how does that happen so quickly? The eldest is teetering on the nest edge and has pretty much fledged…I am full of pride and fear all rolled into one.
Our Alfie…
Our saddest news occured in October when we had to say a very hard goodbye to our beloved labrador, Alfie. He was the grand old age of 15 years, 9 months and 6 days old, when rainbow bridge finally called him. We buried him in our garden and I miss him so much. He will be in our hearts forever.
Little Jess was so good and seemed to understand where her pal had gone, but it wasn’t long before Mr R suggested we should find her another buddy as she has never been on her own before.
I felt like it would be a betrayal and couldn’t settle the idea in my heart. A couple of months later, Mr R had found a lovely little chap and had called to see if he was still available, but had to leave a message. That night as we waited for a call back, Alfie came to me in a dream and licked my hand. The following morning the lady called and said the handsome little fella was still available and we went to fetch him home… it felt with Alfie’s blessing.
Introducing Duke…
Let me introduce you to Duke, he is now 16 weeks old. He’s a cheeky chappy, who loves a cuddle and to zoom about the house. His Mother is an Italian greyhound and his Dad is a Beddlington terrier / Whippet mix, so he shouldn’t grow too much bigger. He has settled well and Jess seems to approve. Life has a way of being heartbreakingly, beautiful and hope is everywhere, if you just look for it.
So, you are up to date largely. Lockdown was full of Mr R renovating the garden whilst I worked through. I have impressively pinned an enormous amount to my pintrest boards, oh! and have wrestled a large dose of unwanted anxiety. I didn’t do a great deal of crochet, other than orders, which I was grateful for.
My big plan this year though is to get back to blogging and pattern writing and sharing it with you. That is what I enjoy and have come to realise, I have missed. My baby Etsy shop has been great fun over the last couple of years; and to my suprise has been quite successful. However, I have made the decision to make it a pattern shop as of now. There are several reasons for this, the first and main one being time!
Whilst crocheting to order is great and has been very satisfying it leaves me zero time to write patterns and to crochet other things…like the crochet angel at the top of this post (I will post about this separatley). I also don’t want to have to deal with orders getting lost in the mail (this seemed to happen several times last year).
So a pattern shop it is…and that, well that makes me happy, very happy indeed. I have lots of ideas and I have missed being here…it may be a bit old school but I aint’ getting tiktok and reels!
my toasty ear flap hat
This is what I am currently writing up…’my toasty earflap hat’. It will be available in sizes newborn to large adult. I made this one for me, for the bitingly cold dog walks I am taking every day. It is so warm and toasty, hence the name. It is perfect for those cold winter days and I’m looking forward to making it available.
I still need a couple of pattern testers, so if you have some aran yarn in a couple of colours (less than 100g) and you are able to turn this around within the next week or so, drop me a message. You would need to provide me with some good quality photo’s and in return I will send you the fully edited pattern.
Anyway, I’ve rambled enough. Now it’s your turn…let me know how you are doing by leaving a message below.
These floppy crochet bunny ears are soft, beginner-friendly, and perfect for baby gifts, loveys, bonnets, and toys.
This free pattern works up quickly and creates that classic gentle floppy ear shape that makes handmade projects extra special.
With only a week until Easter Sunday, I thought I would share the pattern for these Easter bunny ears I made yesterday. I was making a little newborn bunny photo shoot outfit and needed some cute floppy bunny ears to complete the look. I am using my Baby Bear Bonnet Pattern and my own diaper cover pattern which I have just not had chance to write up yet!
They are super simple to make. I used Stylecraft special Aran weight yarn in grey and cream and a 5mm hook and my finished floppy bunny ears measure approx.16cms long.
Pattern Notes
The outer ears are worked in the round, with the inner ears worked in rows and made separately then sewn into place.
My pattern is written using UK terminology but I have provided a US stitch conversion below. Please note chain stitches do not count as a stitch unless otherwise stated in the pattern.
Round 1: 6htr into 2nd ch from hook, join with a slst into top of 1st htr, ch1 . ( 6htr see pic 1.)
Round 2: 2htr in each st around, join with a slst into top of 1st htr, ch1. (12htr see pic 2.)
Round3: *2htr in next st, 1 htr in next st* repeat around, join with a slst into top of 1st htr, ch1. (18htr see pic 3.)
Round 4 – 9: htr in each st around, join with a slst into top of 1st htr, ch1. (18htr see pic 4.)
Round 10: htr2tog, htr in next 14sts, htr2tog, join with a slst in top of 1st htr, ch1 (16htr)
Round 11: htr2tog, htr in next 12sts, htr2tog, join with a slst in top of 1st htr, ch1 (14htr)
Round 12: htr2tog, htr in next 10sts, htr2tog, join with a slst in top of 1st htr, ch1 (12htr see pic 5.)
Rounds 13 – 17: htr in each st around, join with slst in 1st htr, ch1 (12htr see pic 6.)
Round 18: htr2tog all around, join with a slst in 1st htr, ch1 and turn (6htr)
Now flatten circle and slst edges together, fasten off and leave an extra long tail for sewing…longer than you normally would, trust me here as you will need the extra length later! (see pic 7)
Inner Ear
Made in rows.
make 2
In cream
Row 1: ch4, htr in 2nd ch from hook and in each st along, ch1 and turn (3htr)
Row 2: 2htr, htr, 2htr, ch1, turn (5htr)
Row 3: 2htr, htr in next 3sts, 2htr, ch1, turn (7htr)
Row 4 – 6: htr in each st, ch1, turn (7htr)
Row 7: htr2tog, htr in each st along, ch1, turn (6htr)
Row 8: htr2tog, htr in each st along, ch1, turn (5htr)
Row 9 -11: htr in each st, ch1, turn (5htr)
Row 12: htr2tog, htr in each st, ch1, turn (4htr see pic 8.)
Row 13: htr in each st along, ch1, turn (4htr)
slst all around inner ear to finish, fasten off and leave a long tail for sewing. Sew to outer ear (see pic 9)
How To Attach Crochet Bunny Ears
To attach bunny ears to chosen bonnet/hat I found that giving the top of the ear a twist and securing with a couple of stitches, gives the ear a little bounce and allows the inner ear to peek out. If the ear is not twisted before attaching to bonnet / hat then you will not be able to see the inner ear…which seems a shame, been as you have just gone to the effort of hooking them. See Pic 10 to see where to twist and sew (indicated by red dots).
Finally pin and securely sew your bunny ears to your bonnet. If you prefer a hat why not checkout My Best Beanie Pattern available in sizes newborn to large adult.
Now all that’s left to do is enjoy all of that floppy bunny ear cuteness!
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I had a lovely little hooking session yesterday evening, and this is what came off my hook. I am so in love with these sweet hats and I love the colours too!
I’m delighted to share my Angelece crochet Baby Blanket free crochet pattern with you. This beautiful, beginner-friendly crochet baby blanket features a simple filet stitch design that works up quickly and makes a perfect handmade gift for new babies, baby showers, or nursery keepsakes. Whether you’re looking for an easy crochet blanket pattern or a relaxing project using yarn you already own, this timeless design is a joy to make.
Crocheting this beautiful baby blanket?
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Pattern At A Glance
• Skill Level: Confident beginner (suitable for first filet crochet project) • Technique: Filet crochet • Yarn Weight: Aran / Worsted weight (pattern includes guidance for adjusting to other yarn weights) • Hook Size: Suitable for aran weight yarn (check pattern for exact recommendation) • Terminology: UK terms on the blog; printable PDF available in both UK & US terminology • Project Type: Baby blanket / heirloom gift • Time to Complete: Relaxed multi-evening project • Printable PDF: Yes — ad-free PDF available in UK & US formats
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
Beginner-friendly and easy to follow
Works up quickly using simple stitches
Perfect for baby shower gifts and new babies
A relaxing crochet project using yarn you already own
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Yarn
I originally made my Angelece blanket using a soft cotton blend yarn, which gives the finished piece a beautiful drape and timeless feel.
This pattern works beautifully with an Aran weight yarn, although any weight can be used — see the section below on making your blanket larger. The yarn amounts given are based on yarns with approximately 196 m per 100 g, such as Stylecraft Special Aran, which provides excellent stitch definition and a cosy yet lightweight finish, ideal for baby blankets and handmade gifts.
If you prefer a natural fibre option, soft cotton-blend yarns like Paintbox Cotton Aran or Simply Aran or Stylecraft Soft Pastels Aran also work beautifully, offering the same gentle structure with added breathability — perfect for creating coordinating baby gift pieces.
You can choose cotton, cotton blends, or high-quality anti-pilling acrylic yarns depending on your preference. Using coordinating colours across your projects makes it easy to create a matching handmade baby set.
The finished blanket measures approx. 60cms x 66cms, ideal pram blanket size. Details of how to make your blanket bigger can be found in the pattern details below.
How To Make This Blanket Larger Or Smaller
To make this blanket larger or smaller, adjust your starting chain by multiples of 12 plus 1 to desired width and hook more or less rows to desired length. Remember increasing the size of the blanket will require more yarn than stated in this pattern.
Create a Coordinated Handmade Baby Gift Set
Because this blanket works beautifully alongside smaller baby projects, it’s perfect for creating a coordinated handmade gift set.
If you love the idea of matching colours across a bonnet, bib, teether, comforter and this blanket, you may enjoy my Baby Crochet Bundle, which includes five easy patterns designed to work together as a thoughtful handmade gift collection.
approx 300g of Paintbox Cotton Aran or Simply Aran – other Aran weight yarns can be substituted or use a different weight yarn and refer to section above on size adjustment
5mm hook or hook to suit yarn size if choosing different weight yarn
Scissors
Darning needle
Card to make tassels – an old cereal box will do!
The ad-free blanket pattern now includes a built-in blanket size guide and easy resizing instructions — so you can confidently make any size you need.
No complicated calculations, no second guessing — just follow the guide and crochet with confidence.
The pattern is written using UK crochet terminology and the stitch abbreviations can be found below. You may wish to use a stitch marker to indicate the last stitch of each row. Turning chain counts as a stitch throughout the pattern unless otherwise stated. Repeats are marked by asterisks *.
Stitch Abbreviations:
Ch- chain
St – stitch
Slst – slip stitch
Tr – treble crochet
Dc – double crochet
Dc: Insert hook into chain or under both loops of stitch, yarn over and pull through so there are 2 loops on the hook, yarn over again and pull through both loops on the hook.
Tr: Yarn over hook, insert hook into chain or under both loops of stitch, yarn over and pull through so there are 3 loops on hook, yarn over again and pull through 2 loops, yarn over and pull through last 2 loops on hook.
Gauge is not so important for this project, although I have given you a gauge guide below.
14tr x 7 rows = 4″x4″ / 10cms x 10cms
Pattern
So, lets get started shall we? To begin ch85
Row 1: 1tr in 3rd ch from hook, 1tr in next 10sts, *ch1, miss next st, 1tr in next 11sts* repeat from * – * to end, ch3 (counts as 1tr) turn
Row 2: 1tr in next 10sts, *ch1, miss next st, 1tr in next 11sts,* repeat from * – * to end, ch3 (counts as 1tr) turn.
Row 5: repeat row 2 but at end of row ch4 (counts as 1tr + ch space) turn.
Row 6: miss next st, *1tr, ch, miss next st* repeat * – * to end of row, finishing with a tr stitch, ch3 (counts as 1tr) turn.
Rows 7: 1tr in next 10sts (ch space counts as st), *ch1, miss ch space, 1tr in next 11sts* repeat from * – * to end, ch3 (counts as 1tr) turn.
Rows 8 – 10: repeat row 2
Row 11: repeat row 5
Row 12: repeat row 6
Rows 13: repeat row 7
Rows 14 – 16: repeat row 2
Row 17: repeat row 5
Row 18: repeat row 6
Row 19: repeat row 7
Rows 20 – 22: repeat row 2
Row 23: repeat row 5
Row 24: repeat row 6
Row 25: repeat row 7
Rows 26 – 28: repeat row 2
Row 29: repeat row 5
Row 30: repeat row 6
Row 31: repeat row 7
Rows 32 – 34: repeat row 2
Row 35: repeat row 5
Row 36: repeat row 6
Row 37: repeat row 7
Row: 38 – 40: repeat row 2
Row 41: repeat row 5
Row 42: repeat row 6
Row 43: repeat row 7
Rows 44 – 46: repeat row 2
Row 47: repeat row 2, ch 1, turn, do not fasten off.
Now to add the border
Along the horizontal edges of the blanket you will dc into st as normal. Along the vertical edges of the blanket you will have to make a dc around the post of each tr at the end of each row.
1dc in each stitch to end, ch2, dc in same st (corner made). You will now be making dc stitches along the vertical edge of the blanket. 2dc per post to next corner, ch2 dc in same st (2nd corner made). 1dc in each st to end, ch2, dc in same st (3rd corner made), repeat 2dc per post on final vertical edge, placing last dc in same space as ch1 at end of row 47, ch2 and slip stitch and fasten off to finish.
Make 4 chunky tasssels and sew securely to each corner. If you are not sure how to make tassels here is a great youtube tutorial to get you started…they are easy to make and will finish your blanket with style.
I absolutely love seeing your finished projects and reading your feedback — it truly makes my day. Here’s what other crocheters have said about this pattern:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Very easy. Great for beginners!”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Very well written pattern, easy to follow and simple instructions for adjusting the size! Definitely recommend!”
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Great pattern, easy to follow and link was fast.”
I just wanted to share with you this very sweet and quick make, that I hooked up a couple of weeks ago now, for little Jess. I did want to make it in navy with rainbow stripes to match Mr R’s hat…but Mr R was not the least bit impressed by this at all!!
The pattern details can be found at the end of this post. It’s a lovely little free pattern, which gives directions to make a bespoke dog sweater based on measurements for your dog…so you can make any size you need to!
Jess, was rather proud with the finished item and was happy to pose. I love the ribbed collar and waist band and because it is bespoke just for Jess, I was able to make the leg holes just for her, so it fits comfortably and allows for natural movement.
I finished the sweater off with one of my cork labels.
I think I will still make one with navy with rainbow stripes to match Mr R…
I wanted to crochet some cupcakes a while ago, but I couldn’t find a pattern that was just what I was looking for, so I set about hooking my own and writing my own pattern.
These cupcakes would look just divine as a table display for a special occasion and would also make a very special play set for a children’s kitchen. The pattern is for all 3 cupcakes:
