Lullaby Lodge

The Spring Garden Baby Blanket has been a popular pattern of mine and now you can enjoy this pattern free, here on my blog.  The blanket was inspired by the gorgeous colours Cath Kidston uses and is aimed at an advanced beginner, available in 2 sizes.  The larger size is great for a cot or even a sofa throw.  The smaller size can be used for the car seat, buggy or crib. Spring Garden Baby Blanket As a Lovecrafts affiliate I may receive a small commission for qualifying purchases... Materials Cot [pram] blanket:  Stylecraft Special Aran 1 ball each in shades Lemon, Baby Pink, Fondant, Pomegranate, Pistachio (or Meadow) and 4 [2] balls Cloud and Cream.  You may substitute any other Aran (Worstead) yarn for this project. Darning needle Hook 5 mm (H) hook . Size Approximately 110 x 110 cm for the cot  and 65 x 65 cm for the pram blanket. Ability Advanced beginner Abbreviations / Terms Us terms are used throughout (UK terms) sc - single crochet (doub

Six Free Crochet Summer Dress Patterns To Make Now we are finally into spring and the cold winter days are behind us, it's time to start crocheting with some pretty cotton yarns ready for summer.  I have compiled a beautiful selection of free crochet summer dress patterns perfect for your little one... My first selection is by The Lavender Chair.  She has so many delightful dress patterns that it's hard to choose between them (so I ended up picking 3 of her patterns).  The dress also comes with a matching sun hat. Falling Fans Dress This next design is by One Dog Woof and features a pretty diamond lace pattern.   Summer Diamonds Toddler Lace Dress   This gorgeous dress is designed by Theresa Knapp.  The green and turquoise makes a striking combination.  Your little girl will look adorable in this. Little Miss Allison's Dress This is my second selection by The Lavender Chair and also comes with a matching sun hat.  I

Make this pretty baby blanket in gorgeous spring colours.  This is such a simple pattern and is essentially just a giant granny square and comes with a super cute matching bonnet.  Any new arrival will look adorable wrapped up in it.  The blanket and bonnet only takes a few days to make so would make a great last minute gift for a new mum and uses lots of different colours making it a great stash busting project. Granny Square Blanket Materials Darning needle DK yarn in assorted colours.  I used yarns from my stash, but if you would like to recreate this I recommend using Stylecraft Special DK in the following colours (in order of use) -  Wisteria, Sherbet, Citron, Parchment, Spring Green, Cream Hook 4mm (G) hook Size Approx 65 x 65 cm Abbreviations / Terms US terms used throughout (UK terms) sc - single crochet (double crochet) dc - double crochet (treble crochet) sl st - slip stitch ch - chain st - stitch Notes:  Unles

 What better way to celebrate spring than with some gorgeous colourful crochet.  This selection of pretty baby blankets will add some sunshine to your day.  What baby wouldn't look adorable wrapped up in these.  I have chosen a selection of my favourite blankets in spring colours.  Enjoy! Six to Make - Spring Baby Blankets  This blanket has to be the most stunningly colourful blanket you have ever seen.  The pattern is available at Dada's Place.  This one must be on your to do list... Rainbow Ruffle Blanket I just love gingham and babies will look adorable wrapped up in this blanket.  The pattern lends itself well to lots of different colour options, making it very versatile.  You can find the pattern at Daisy Farm Crafts. Teal Gingham Blanket Another gorgeous blanket pattern by Repeat Crafter Me.  Lovely spring coloured squares with giant daisy motifs... Crochet Daisy Afghan This pretty rainbow striped blanket is by M

This super cute popcorn flower pincushion would make a lovely gift for someone crafty.  Next week is Mother's Day here in the UK and if you are looking for a last minute gift for your mum why not try this simple pincushion pattern.  I used Drops Lima DK for mine but you could use any DK yarn.  It's great for using up your stash and can be made in just an hour or two... Free Crochet Pattern Popcorn Flower Pincushion Materials DK yarn in two colours (small amounts approx 10g for flower and 15g for main colour) A pretty button Toy stuffing Darning needle Pins Hook 4mm (G) hook Abbreviations / Terms US terms used throughout / (UK terms) sc - single crochet (double crochet) dc- double crochet (treble crochet) sc2tog - single crochet 2 together (double crochet 2 together) sl st - slip stitch ch - chain pc - popcorn bpc - beginning popcorn sp - space st - stitch Special Stitches:  Watch this  Popcorn Stitch  video if you ar

Hello everyone!  As Easter is rapidly approaching, I thought I would share with you some of my favourite patterns.  I have selected six of the cutest, colourful projects I could find.  They are really quick and easy to make perfect for a last minute Easter gift... Six Fantastic Free Patterns to Make This Easter How cute is this bunny rag doll by Spin a Yarn Crochet, hooked in pretty pastels.  Any girl would love to receive this for Easter. Ragdoll Spring Bunny No Easter is complete without some eggs...  and these spiral crochet ones look good enough to eat.  Designed by Krazy Kabbage. Spiral Easter Eggs Your little ones will love snuggling up to the little lamb lovey.  Pattern by SWE Craft Corner Little Lamb Lovey Make these super cute little baskets and fill with mini eggs.  Pattern by Skip to My Lou. Cutest Mini Crochet Basket How adorable is this bunny garland, just look at their cute fluffy tails.  Pattern by Sew