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 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…
Free crochet pattern: Baffy Buddies
The baffy might be the least used of the woods in your golf bag, but isn’t that all the more reason to protect it with a great-looking cover? These protectors are designed to fit all your woods, so make as many as you need. Baffy Buddies ©2008-2016 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude® Skill…
Five free patterns: Michele from Stitch & Hustle
I first met Michele when I was teaching at a national fiber event called Stitches. I love teaching, and having students like Michele in the class that have UNBRIDLED enthusiasm for all things yarn make it so much fun. Michele KNOWS how to enjoy crochet! I’m so happy to share with you five of…
Free crochet pattern: Delightfully Southern Shawl
Ever since I heard about the new Caron Cakes yarn around the Internet Machine I have been very intrigued with how it would work up and what it would take to make it look its very best in a project. Today I came across Kathy Lashley’s design and fell. in. LOVE. In case you’re…
Free crochet pattern: Boy Belt
As I was looking for the perfect fiber for this project, a little voice in my head kept saying “use leather.” While I usually listen to those voices, this time I decided to create this crocheted belt from shoestring-weight suede. Boy Belt ©2008-2016 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude® Skill Level: Beginner Finished Size 13⁄4…
Free crochet pattern: Stock Sweater
Every guy should have one of these in his wardrobe. Made in a neutral color, it goes with any shirt he has and will become the workhorse of his closet. I designed this version to be longer than usual to emphasize the comfort factor. Stock Sweater ©2008-2016 Drew Emborsky, aka The Crochet Dude® Skill Level…
Free crochet pattern: Mini Angel Ornaments
I was the last of Mom’s eight kids still at home, and living in Michigan there were many many days and nights of being snowed in together. One of my all-time favorite memories of my late mother was sitting and crocheting together. In fact not a day goes by when I don’t think of…
Free crochet pattern: Autowipens
Nothing will clean your awesome auto like a big rag made from 100-percent cotton. These three rags in ascending sizes have stitch combos that create the perfect texture to give your ride a shiny gloss your friends will envy. Skill Level Beginner Finished Size Three designs in three different sizes: Small Rag: 14”/35.5cm square…