Lullaby Lodge

Hello friends!  I'm sure you are all super busy this holiday season, but there is always time for crochet right?  It's so nice at this time of year, to be indoors, all cosy and warm.  With your Christmas decorations up and feeling festive with a little something Christmasy on your hook.  Go make yourself a nice cup of coco, get your hook out and crochet up one of these lovelies... You can never have too many baubles on your tree and these crochet ones are so pretty.  I love the way the gaps in the crochet allow the ball underneath to shine through and the sparkly yarn adds extra glitz.  You can find this pattern at Annie Design Crochet. Christmas Baubles This time of year is always so busy, busy, busy.  What with all the shopping, decorating and cooking, but you can still whip up this super cute, crochet Santa in no time at all.  Add a hanging thread for an adorable tree decoration, or you could make lots and use them for gift toppers.  The pattern i

Halloween is nearly here, but there is still time to crochet up some spooky, Halloween, hooky.  I have a few of my favourite patterns to share with you today from my featured designers and check out the link blast for even more Halloween ideas... Halloween Crochet I just love this funky twist on a crochet pumpkin.  Divine Debris has created this gorgeously squishy, gingham, pumpkin, in velvet yarn.  A great addition for Halloween or fall decor.  The pattern is available free over on her blog. Velvet Pumpkin Goldmine If you are looking for something super quick and easy to add some Halloween charm to your decor, then look no further than this pretty pattern by Golden Lucy Crafts.  I love the way she has decorated these crochet hearts to give them that spooky Halloween vibe. Halloween Hearts What witches outfit would be complete without this super cute witch legs scarf.  The pattern is by Chelsea at The Crafter Life.  Head on over to her blog to check i

If feels like the summer holidays have only just begun, but before you know it, it will be time for the children to head back to school and what better way to send them off than with one of these super cute pencil cases.  I have found some lovely patterns to share with you today, they are all quick and easy to make and are sure to put a smile on your child's face. Back to School - Crochet Pencil Case Patterns First off we have this really pretty pencil case by Sincerely Pam.  I love the rainbow yarn, it really sets off the hearts beautifully.  Tapestry Heart Pencil Case Your little ones will love this snappy chap and what gorgeous bright colours.  This pencil case is designed by Irene Strange. Mister Snaps Who doesn't love a granny square?  They look super cute in this pencil case designed by Sum of Their Stories. Granny Square Pencil Case The next pencil case has two variations of the same design, one nautical and the other fl

Summer is in full swing here now and the holidays will soon be upon us.  I often hear people say "it's too hot to crochet", well it is certainly too hot here for working on anything large like a blanket, so I thought I would find a nice selection of quick and easy projects that are perfect for summer.  Go and make a nice pitcher of iced tea and sit out in the garden with one of these lovely projects... Quick & Easy Summer Crochet I just love this boho style crochet necklace by Why I DIY?, you can find the free pattern over on her blog. Vibrant Bohemian Necklace While you are lounging in the sun, why not make a pretty case for your sunglasses.  The pattern is available at Crochet Happens blog and she even shows you how to make a pretty lining for your case. Crochet Sunglasses Case These flower hair clips are too cute for words and can be crocheted in no time at all.  You can find the pattern at Grace And Yarn. Crochet Hair

My local Cat & Dog shelter is always looking for blankets for their rescue animals, so I thought a great way to use up some stash, that might not otherwise get used, would be to make some blankets for them.  We have a Battersea Cats and Dogs home in Windsor where I live and they generally prefer knitted blankets to crochet ones, especially for kittens as they can easily get their paws stuck in the holes that crochet blankets often have.  So I have hunted down some patterns that I think will be suitable for cats (or dogs).  The patterns I have chosen are not all specifically designed for cats but all have very little or no holes and can all be made with stash yarn (woohoo use up that stash!). Blankets for Rescue Cats This first blanket is actually designed as a baby blanket, but as it creates a close knit fabric, would make a great blanket for cats.  The pattern is by Sunset Knots. Woven Stitch Baby Cat Blanket This next blanket is made up with loads of lo