When my design career took off it would have been nice to have had a plan! But my approach has always essentially been “throw stuff at the wall and see what sticks” and what stuck for me wasn’t cute adorable OMGosh so much fun stuff like I discovered over at Snappy Tots, the…
A buddy of mine was a skateboarder. I didn’t get why he wanted to break his bones defying the laws of gravity, but I did like the cool hats he wore. After two quick measurements, you can customize this pattern and use any yarn to make your own personal statement. Calvarium Skullcap ©2008-2016 Drew…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Now that I have these slippers, I tell my well- meaning family to please not give me any more novelty slippers that look like dogs or beer steins or cartoon characters. I can whip up a pair of these in an evening and not scare the cats as I walk across the room. Paw…
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…
Sitting in the stands one freezing November day, I was sure this would be the homecoming my ears fell off, and I would have to carry them home to stick them back on later. No more! I’ve made this one in my old school colors, but you can change yarns if you root for someone…
