Who knew that a hoodie would become a timeless classic? I’ve always had a hooded sweatshirt or two in my closet, so I wanted to design a crochet version. The soft and comfy fiber used here creates a denim look. Dawg ©2008-2016 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude® Skill Level Intermediate Finished Size…
Free crochet pattern: Free Digits
I tried to cut the fingers off my gloves once when I was in a marching band so I could finger my sax easier, but the gloves unraveled and ended up around my wrists. With this crochet version, I can chop wood, haul brush, or ride my hog without losing my grip. Well, if…
Free crochet pattern: Saugatuck Winter
I spent my youth in Saugatuck, Michigan, where we knew that the only colder place in the country in wintertime was Nome, Alaska . . . maybe. I had a sweater just like this one, and it was my absolute favorite for comfort and style. Skill Level Intermediate Finished Size S (M, L,…
Five free crochet patterns: Jennifer Hansen
Jennifer is one of the very first designers that I met when I decided to “go pro” back in 2006. Since then she has been a constant source of inspiration for me as a designer and as an entrepreneur! I am so excited to feature Jennifer today and share with you five of her…
Free recipe: baked salmon 101
November has been set aside as men’s health awareness month, (you can read about how I’m supporting the cause by celebrating Movember by clicking here), and to go along with that I thought I would post a few of my favorite health-conscience recipes that I love to make. First is baked salmon. This is…
The Crochet Dude LIVE episode 2
Here I go again with another LIVE video. If you missed it live you can watch it here! Once more I laughed until I snorted, and used air quotes eleventy seven times. I put some show notes down at the bottom. Click here to learn more about Movember Click here to learn about bamboo…
Free crochet pattern: Starburst Cape
Starburst Cape ©2012-2016 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude® Skill Level – easy Finished Measurements One size fits most Supplies Needed Starburst Rayon Boucle from Fiesta (96% rayon – 4% metallic – 4oz – 113g – 240yd – 209m) 6 hanks in Sugar Cane The Crochet Dude® Size J/10-6mm hook from Boye® The Crochet…
Free crochet pattern: Monet Afghan
I called this afghan “Monet” because the colors look like an impressionist painting. I suggest making this afghan in any color, either solid or variegated, because the texture of the stitches make it special. The finished afghan measures approximately 46”X66”. Monet Afghan ©2005 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude Each square measures 13” x…