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Saturday, May 27, 2023

Bumblebee Garden Blanket


Welcome to the Bumblebee Garden Blanket! 

This blanket is available on Etsy, Ravelry, and my Website.

The inspiration for this blanket initially came from the Interlocked Diamond stitch pattern I recently obsessed with. I previously used this pattern stitch for coasters and placemats. But, it also reminded me so much of a garden trellis that I decided I needed to create a blanket with a bumblebee garden theme to it. 

This blanket is quite simple to make. The hardest part will be the Interlocked Diamond sections and that has a support video available for you if you need help with the written sections. It is written for DK weight yarn and finishes at approximately 48" x 48", however, it would be very easy to use worsted weight and a larger hook to achieve a more generously sized blanket. 

The pattern is broken down into 4 sections: the center, the side panels, the corners, and the decorations. You will assemble as you go, so when you are done making parts...you are done with your blanket! The pattern comes written in US and UK terms, so you can choose which style works best for you.

Once you have your blanket pieces assembled, it's up to you to decide how you want to decorate your garden. There are 4 different flower patterns included, as well as two different leaf styles, plus our chubby little bumblebees. 

Here are the supplies you will need for your blanket:

Dk or Light #3 weight yarn

The brand used in the sample: Cygnet Kiddies Supersoft DK, 100% Acrylic, (100g/298m)

4 skeins of #538 Lemon (yellow)

4 skeins of #318 Apple (green)

3 skeins of #208 White

¼-1/2 skeins of flower colors- #428 Pink, #648 Peach, #758 Candy, #998 Aqua

Small bits of black for the bees

 

Hook:    For the center of the blanket: G/4.0mm

For the Sides/Flowers/Bees: F/3.75mm

Large Eye Needle/Scissors/Stitch Markers

 

Gauge: DK weight and G hook: 16sc x 20 rows = 4” x 4”

DK weight and F hook: 18sc x 22rows = 4” x 4”











© Bizzy Crochet and Design 2023, all rights reserved.
 

Monday, May 01, 2023

Lattice & Lace Blanket Pattern

 


With a border that's reminiscent of Victorian-era lace, the Lattice & Lace crochet blanket features a combination of lattice and lace stitches. It’s a beautiful and intricate design that requires some crocheting skills to master. But, don't let that intimidate you because I have a video stitch tutorial for the squares that will help you overcome any fears you might have!

This blanket can be made with any weight yarn. The original is made with DK weight yarn and measures 48" x 48" with the edging, 36" x 36" without. So, this blanket would make a lovely morning coffee blanket or a sweet baby gift in its original size, or you could change your yarn to a worsted weight and increase your hook size to make it large enough to cover a full adult.

Here's what you'll need:

Yarn:

DK weight yarn or #3 light yarn 

Color A: 6 skeins/colors, Cygnet DK (100g/3.5oz/297m)

(Each square will take about 30-40g. I got 5 squares from each skein.)

Color B: 6 skeins, Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK in Aran (100g/3.5oz/280m)

                (The edge alone takes 2 full skeins and a bit of another.)

NOTE: Any DK weight or #3 light yarn can be substituted.

Notions:

Hook: F/3.75mm

2-3 stitch markers 

You can get a PDF copy of the pattern on Ravelry, Etsy, or my Website!


Tester: Alisha Bisesi


Tester: Sarina Rose


Original by Biz


Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Springtime Decorations: Flowerpot Cover

 


Springtime Decorations: Flowerpot Cover

This quick and simple pattern will have you ready to decorate your tables for all your Springtime festivities in just a few hours. Plus, it gives you the opportunity to break out the scrap yarn and see what beautiful colors you can use to create something completely unique!


This pattern is available as a PDF download on Ravelry!


Materials: 

Yarn Amount Needed: 

Worsted Weight Scrap Yarn- approximately 3 oz overall

Yarn and colors used for sample:

Limelight (green)- Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn
Peacock (blue)- Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn
White - Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn
Orchid (purple)- Caron Simply Soft

Supplies:

Hook: #7/4.5mm hook
Large Eye Needle 
Scissors
8" plastic flower pot

Optional: 4 feet- 1/4" decorative ribbon.

Finished Motif Sizes using exact materials above-

Full African Flower Motif tip to tip- 5-1/4"
Full African Flower Motif side to side- 5"
Half African Flower Motif bottom edge- 3"

To Make Exactlly Like the Sample:

3 full size African Flower motifs
6 half size African Flower motifs

Both patterns are available free here.

If you need some help visualizing this project - CLICK HERE for a helper video on YouTube that will take you from beginning to end!


                                                 

NOTE:

Before you decide on your final hook size to make your motifs, you may want to play around with making a couple and sizing them up to the pot you want to cover. You may find that my final sizes are too big or too small. But, this design is about you and your creation. I'm giving you guidelines to make the exact pot cover in the pictures, but you are definitely not stuck doing it my way if you want to change it up! 

There is a support video available for this pattern here. 


Whipstitch your pieces together matching your stitches along each side. 


Bottom Edge Finishing:

Make sure you have 11 open stitches between corner dc's on the full motifs.
Starting in one of the corners between the full-size and the half motif, join in the last sc on the half motif with a ch1, 
**sc dec between the last stitch of the half and the first open stitch on the full motif, sc in 3, 3scdec over next 3, sc in 3, sc dec between the last stitch on the full motif and the first stitch of the half motif.
- sl st in each sc across the half motif until the last sc. Then repeat from ** around. Sl st to first dec. 

Top Edge Beading and Finished Edge:


Round 1: Join with a ch3 in the first sc of any half motif, (cts as a hdc + ch1), sk1, hdc in next, *(ch1, sk1, hdc in next) across the half motif, ch1, sk 1st, dc in next st on full motif, (ch1, sk1, dc in next) across full motif; repeat from * around. Sl st to ch2 of first ch3. Don't cut.

Round 2: Ch1, sc in each st and ch1 space around. sl st to join and cut color.
(the video gives you an alternative edge for the pot cover)


Weave your ribbon back and forth in the beading- slide onto your pot and tie a bow. 


I hope this quick project helps you stash bust some lovely creations for your Spring and Summer tables, both inside and out!




Monday, January 23, 2023

Interlocked Diamonds Coaster Pattern

 


Interlocked Diamonds Coaster Pattern

by Elizabeth Mareno 2023

An ad-free PDF is available on Etsy, Ravelry, and my Website.

Materials:

Yarn (per coaster):

DK weight yarn or #3 light yarn

Color A:  Aqua or any color, 10g (yarn used Paintbox DK Cotton, 50g/125m)

Color B:  White, 10g (yarn used Cygnet Kiddies Supersoft DK Acrylic, 100g/298m)

NOTE: Cotton is recommended to use for coasters, however, you can get away with acrylic for the secondary color as long as the main portion of your coaster is cotton to absorb moisture.

Notions:

Hook: F/3.75mm

2-3 stitch markers

 

Gauge: 18sc X 22rows = 4” x 4”

Finished Coaster Size: 5.5” W x 5.75” H

Stitch Tutorial Video on YouTube- this is helpful for getting a hang of the rhythm of the pattern- instructions are also included for the edging.

 

US Terms:

Ch- chain
dc- double crochet
hdc- half double crochet
RS- right side
sc- single crochet
sk- skip
sl st- slip stitch
sp- space
WS- wrong side

  


 PATTERN:

Ch 35 with Color A, place stitch marker in the 8th ch from the hook.

The first two rows are setting up the pattern. The repeats will begin at row 3.

Row 1: (RS) dc in the tenth ch from the hook, dc in the next ch, *ch3, sk the next 3 ch, dc in next 2 ch; repeat from the * across, ending with ch3, sk the next 3 ch, dc in the last ch. Remove the ch from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop. Do not turn.

Row 2: (RS) working in front of the last row, attach Color B with a sl st to the 8th ch, ch6 (cts as dc + ch3 going forward), working behind the last row, dc in in the same ch, dc in the center of the next ch-3 from the foundation ch, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in the same ch, dc in the center of the next ch-3 from the foundation ch, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in the same ch, dc in the center of the next ch-3 from the foundation ch, ch3 ; repeat from the * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the same ch. Remove the ch from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.  

Row 3: (WS) Replace Color A onto your hook, ch6, turn, make sure your Color B loop and yarn are on the side facing you before moving on or things will get tangled, working behind the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from Color A row, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from Color A row, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from the Color A row, ch3; repeat from the * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the 4th ch from the ch used for Color B on the foundation ch. Remove the ch from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.

Row 4: (WS) Keeping the loop in front of the last Color A row, replace the Color B loop onto the hook and ch6, working behind the last row, dc in the first ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in the same ch-3 sp, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in the same ch-3 sp, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3; repeat from * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the third ch of the turning ch6 from the Color B row. Remove the loop from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.

Row 5: (RS) Replace Color A onto your hook, ch6, turn, make sure your Color B loop and yarn are on the side facing you before moving on or things will get tangled, working behind the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from Color A row, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from Color A row, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from the Color A row, ch3; repeat from the * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the 3rd ch of the turning ch6 from the Color A row. Remove the ch from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.

Row 6: (RS) Keeping the loop in front of the last Color A row, replace the Color B loop onto the hook and ch6, working behind the last row, dc in the first ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in the same ch-3 sp, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in the same ch-3 sp, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3; repeat from * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the third ch of the turning ch6 from the Color B row. Remove the loop from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.

Row 7: (WS) Repeat Row 5

Row 8: (WS) Repeat Row 6

Repeat rows 5-8 , ending with a Final Row 7 from below.

Final Row 7: Repeat as for Row 5 but start with a ch5 (this is a hdc + ch3) and change your dc’s to hdc’s so they leave a smaller opening at the top.

EDGING:

Top Edge: ch1, turn, sc in the first hdc, (2sc in ch-3 sp, sc in each dc) across to the turning ch5, 2sc in the ch-3 sp, sc in the 2nd ch from the ch-5. Ch2.

Turn so you are now working on the row ends of the placemat.

First Side Edge: sc in the same sp as the last sc, sc once around the first row end, (skip the post, 2sc around the next row end) repeat until the last row end before the bottom, place one sc in the last row end, sc in the corner, ch2

Turn so you are working on the bottom foundation chain of the placemat.

Bottom Edge: sc in the same sp as the last sc, {sc around the skipped ch from the foundation ch, sk the next ch (this has been worked with the second color), sc around the skipped ch, sc in the next 2dc,} repeat across- this will bring you to the last skipped chain and the turning chain- sc around the skipped chain, skip the worked chain, and sc around the turning ch, remember the turning ch also includes the first dc of the foundation, so find the second ch from the last worked ch that you skipped over and put a sc in that ch, ch2

Turn so you are working the second set of row ends on the placemat.

Second Side Edge: Repeat as for the first side, end with a sc in the same sp as the first sc, ch2 and join.

Cut and finish off.

Tuck your ends in and you’re done!



© Bizzy Crochet and Design 2023

Saturday, January 21, 2023

Snowflakes & Sunshine Dishcloth

 


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Snowflakes & Sunshine Dishcloth
by Elizabeth Mareno 2023


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Pattern:

Materials List:

Yarn:

1 oz- 100% Cotton worsted weight

Samples used:

Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton- 100% cotton (3.5 oz/180yds)

Red Heart Scrubby Smoothie- 100% cotton (3.5 oz/153yds)

Notions:

·         US #7/4.5mm crochet hook

·         Yarn needle

Skill: Beginner

Finished Size: 7-1/2”

Gauge:

WW- #7 hook- 16sc x 17 rows = 4” x 4” (10cm x 10cm)

Special Stitches:

·         Picot:  ch3, sl st in 1st ch

Abbreviations: US

Ch- chain

dc- double crochet

hdc- half double crochet

MR- magic ring

Sc- single crochet

Sl st- slip stitch

  

Pattern:

Round 1: MR, 16 dc in ring, join. (16dc)

Round 2: (ch3, sk 1, sl st in next dc) around, join with sl st to first ch. (8 ch-3 sp)

Round 3: sl st into ch-3 sp, ch2 (counts as hdc), 5hdc in ch-3 sp, 6hdc in remaining ch-3 sp, join with sl st to first hdc. (48 hdc)

Round 4: sl st in 2 hdc, ch1, sc in same sp, sc in next sp, (ch4, sk4, sc in next 2 hdc) around, join with sl st to first sc. (16sc, 8 ch-4 sp)

Round 5: sl st to ch-4 sp, ch2 (counts as hdc), 7hdc in ch-4 sp, skipping all sc’s from Rd4- 8hdc in each ch-4 sp around, join with sl st to first hdc. (64 hdc)

Round 6: ch5 (counts as dc + ch2), sk2 hdc, hdc in next 2, (ch2, sk2, dc in next 2, ch2, sk2, hdc in next 2) around, ch2, sk2, dc in the last hdc, join with a sl st to the 3rd ch of the starting ch5. (16 ch-2 sp, 16 dc, 16 hdc)

Round 7: ch1, skipping all dc and hdc- (sc, hdc, dc, tr, picot, tr, dc, hdc, sc) in each ch-2 sp around, join with a sl st to the first sc. (128 st, 16 picots)




© Bizzy Crochet and Design 2023












Friday, January 20, 2023

Interlocked Diamonds Placemat Pattern


 Interlocking Diamonds Placemat Pattern

by Elizabeth Mareno
An Ad-free PDF is available on Ravelry, Etsy, and my Website.

The placemats are reversible!


Materials:

Yarn (per placemat):

DK weight yarn or #3 light yarn

Color A: Denim (in sample), 1.6 oz/45g (yarn used Cygnet DK in Denim 100g)

Color B: Off-White (in sample), 1.4 oz/41g (yarn used Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK in Aran 100g)

Notions:

Hook: F/3.75mm

2-3 stitch markers

 

Gauge: 18sc X 22rows = 4” x 4”

Finished Placemat Size: 16” W x 11.5” H

Stitch Tutorial Video on YouTube- this is helpful for getting a hang of the rhythm of the pattern- instructions are also included for the edging.


US Terms:

Ch- chain
dc- double crochet
hdc- half double crochet
RS- right side
sc- single crochet
sk- skip
sl st- slip stitch
sp- space
WS- wrong side

 


 PATTERN:

Ch 95 with Color A, place stitch marker in the 8th ch from the hook.

The first two rows are setting up the pattern. The repeats will begin at row 3.

Row 1: (RS) dc in the tenth ch from the hook, dc in the next ch, *ch3, sk the next 3 ch, dc in next 2 ch; repeat from the * across, ending with ch3, sk the next 3 ch, dc in the last ch. Remove the ch from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop. Do not turn.

Row 2: (RS) working in front of the last row, attach Color B with a sl st to the 8th ch, ch6 (cts as dc + ch3 going forward), working behind the last row, dc in in the same ch, dc in the center of the next ch-3 from the foundation ch, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in the same ch, dc in the center of the next ch-3 from the foundation ch, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in the same ch, dc in the center of the next ch-3 from the foundation ch, ch3 ; repeat from the * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the same ch. Remove the ch from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.  

Row 3: (WS) Replace Color A onto your hook, ch6, turn, make sure your Color B loop and yarn are on the side facing you before moving on or things will get tangled, working behind the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from Color A row, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from Color A row, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from the Color A row, ch3; repeat from the * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the 4th ch from the ch used for Color B on the foundation ch. Remove the ch from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.

Row 4: (WS) Keeping the loop in front of the last Color A row, replace the Color B loop onto the hook and ch6, working behind the last row, dc in the first ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in the same ch-3 sp, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in the same ch-3 sp, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3; repeat from * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the third ch of the turning ch6 from the Color B row. Remove the loop from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.

Row 5: (RS) Replace Color A onto your hook, ch6, turn, make sure your Color B loop and yarn are on the side facing you before moving on or things will get tangled, working behind the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from Color A row, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from Color A row, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in each of the next 2dc from the Color A row, ch3; repeat from the * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the 3rd ch of the turning ch6 from the Color A row. Remove the ch from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.

Row 6: (RS) Keeping the loop in front of the last Color A row, replace the Color B loop onto the hook and ch6, working behind the last row, dc in the first ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3, *working in front of the last row, dc in the same ch-3 sp, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3, working behind the last row, dc in the same ch-3 sp, dc in the next ch-3 sp of the previous Color B row, ch3; repeat from * across, ending with working in front of the last row, dc in the third ch of the turning ch6 from the Color B row. Remove the loop from the hook, place a stitch marker in the loop.

Row 7: (WS) Repeat Row 5

Row 8: (WS) Repeat Row 6

(Repeat rows 5-8) 11x, ending with a Final Row 7 from below.

Final Row 7: Repeat as for Row 5 but start with a ch5 (this is a hdc + ch3) and change your dc’s to hdc’s so they leave a smaller opening at the top.

EDGING:

Top Edge: ch1, turn, sc in the first hdc, (2sc in ch-3 sp, sc in each dc) across to the turning ch5, 2sc in the ch-3 sp, sc in the 2nd ch from the ch-5. Ch2.

Turn so you are now working on the row ends of the placemat.

First Side Edge: sc in the same sp as the last sc, sc once around the first row end, (skip the post, 2sc around the next row end) repeat until the last row end before the bottom, place one sc in the last row end, sc in the corner, ch2

Turn so you are working on the bottom foundation chain of the placemat.

Bottom Edge: sc in the same sp as the last sc, {sc around the skipped ch from the foundation ch, sk the next ch (this has been worked with the second color), sc around the skipped ch, sc in the next 2dc,} repeat across- this will bring you to the last skipped chain and the turning chain- sc around the skipped chain, skip the worked chain, and sc around the turning ch, remember the turning ch also includes the first dc of the foundation, so find the second ch from the last worked ch that you skipped over and put a sc in that ch, ch2

Turn so you are working the second set of row ends on the placemat.

Second Side Edge: Repeat as for the first side, end with a sc in the same sp as the first sc, ch2 and join.

Cut and finish off.

Tuck your ends in and you’re done!




Enjoy! 

© Bizzy Crochet and Design 2023





Thursday, December 01, 2022

Bauble Candy Christmas Ornament Pattern

 


Bauble Candy Christmas Ornament Pattern

by Elizabeth Mareno 
©Bizzy Crochet and Design 2022
In participation with the CAL-Crochet Along Christmas Ornament CAL 2022

Materials:

1 oz DK Weight yarn- 2 to 3 colors

·         Each textured section (covers 3 rows) uses 12 yds of yarn.

F/3.75mm hook

Polyester Fiberfill

Large eye needle for assembly

Gauge: 18sc x 22rows = 4”x4”

Specialty Stitches:

3 Double Crochet Cluster (3dcCl)- (yo, insert hook into indicated sp, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through two loops) 3 times, yo, pull through all loops on hook

Invisible Decrease (inv dec)- loop the FLO of the next two stitches on your hook, yo, pull a loop through both front loops and complete the sc like normal.

Abbreviations (US terms)

Ch- chain
FLO- front loop only
hdc- half double crochet
inv dec- invisible decrease (see special stitches)
MR- Magic Ring
Sc- single crochet
sp- space
st- stitch(es)

NOTES:

Ch2 does not count as a hdc

 


 

Pattern:

Basic Bauble: Using F hook and Color 1

Rd 1: MR, 6sc in ring, join. (6sc)

Rd 2: ch1, 2sc in each sc around, join. (12sc)

Rd 3: ch1, (sc in 1, 2sc in next) around, join. (18sc)

Rd 4: ch1, (sc in 2, 2sc in next) around, join. (24sc)

Rd 5: ch1, (sc in 3, 2sc in next) around, join. (30sc)

Rd 6: ch2, (hdc in 4, 2hdc in next) around, join with 1st hdc. (36hdc)

Change to Color 2 if striping

Rd 7: ch1, working in the 3rd loop of the hdc, (sc in 5, 2sc in next) around, join. (42sc)

Rd 8: ch1, turn, (sc in 2, 3dcCL in next) around, join. (14- 3dcCL)

Rd 9: ch2, turn, hdc in each cluster and sc around, join. (42hdc)

Change to Color 1 if striping

Rd 10: ch1, working in the 3rd loop of the hdc, sc in each hdc around, join. (42sc)

Rd 11: ch1, turn, (sc in 2, 3dcCL in next) around, join. (14- 3dcCL)

Rd 12: ch2, turn, hdc in each cluster and sc around, join. (42hdc)

Change to Color 2 if striping

Rd 13-15: Repeat Rd 10-12 once.

Change to Color 1 if striping

Rd 16: ch1, working in 3rd loop of the hdc, (sc in 5, inv dec) around, join. (36sc)

Rd 17: ch1, (sc in 4, inv dec) around, join. (30sc)

Rd 18: ch1, (sc in 3, inv dec) around, join. (24sc)

Rd 19: ch1, (sc in 2, inv dec) around, join. (18sc) Start Stuffing

Rd 20: ch1, (sc in 1, inv dec) around, join. (12sc)

Rd 21: ch1, inv dec around, join. (6sc)

At this point you can weave in the ends.

 

Optional Top & Bottom Decorations:

EXTRA NOTE: Pom-poms would make great tops and bottoms for these ornaments as well!

Curly Cues: (Make 2)

With choice of color

ch10, 3sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 7, sl st in the last ch (repeat 2 more times)- (3 curly cues)

After the third curly cue- cut leaving a long end to attach to the top or the bottom.

 

 

 Frills: (Make 2)

With choice of color

Rd 1: MR, 6sc in ring, join.

Rd 2: ch8, sl st in 1st sc, (ch10, sl st in next sc, ch8, sl st in sm sc) around, finish with ch10, sl st in 1st sc.

·         On one of the frills make an extra loop of 20 chs across the middle of the frill to use as a hanging loop.

Cut leaving a long end to attach to the top or the bottom.


I hope you enjoy this pattern- make sure to tag me on social media so I can see your makes! And don't forget to check the CAL-Crochet Along blog throughout the month of December for all of this year's Christmas Ornaments! ~ Biz


 


 

Thursday, August 25, 2022

Gingerbread House CAL 2022

Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's Christmas Blanket CAL! You made it amazing!

Options, options, options...that's the name of the game. Think of it in terms of decorating the walls of your actual gingerbread house. Do you like it with more or less frosting? Do you like lots of colorful candies or just a little? You can decorate your blanket any way you like. This will be a great time to play with color. 

There are more than 10 different stitch patterns in these blankets, with only four of them foundational. The rest of the stitch patterns are where you get to play. 
All of the pattern downloads will be available in both US and UK terminology.

The full pattern is now available for download: Etsy, Ravelry, and my Website.


Frosting Theme


Candy Theme


Beach Theme


Silver and Red Theme

So, why is this CAL different from any other CAL? Because it's more than just making a blanket together- it's a two-month Christmas party! If you join the Bizzy Crochet CAL Group on FB you will be a part of an International community that loves Christmas. 

But, it's more than just that. This year I will be featuring a guest designer every week of the CAL. Not only will you get to meet a fantastic designer who might be new to you, but everyone that signs up for the CAL will be blessed with a free pattern from each designer! The guest designer list is one you don't want to miss!!

That alone should be enough to get you excited, but there's more! 
We will be kicking off the CAL with a week-long Pre-CAL Party Sept 25-29. 
Every Saturday throughout the CAL we will have LIVE Coffee Chats. 
Every week we will have new games like Bingo and Treasure Hunts with prizes. 
Of course, if you have already been in a Bizzy CAL you know that it's as much about the community as it is about the pattern. I hope you join us in the fun!!

Click the picture below to find out more.
And if you have questions, remember I'm just an email away. 



For your viewing pleasure...the Bizzy Testers:


Alisha used a short repeat gradient for her candy colors which helped her achieve her different colored bobbles.



Debbi kept her colors minimal and simple, choosing only a burgundy red for the center and all white for the rest of her blanket. 



Mik chose waves of green and red that created a fun contrast to the rest of her white frosting sections. 



Niamh made her sample out of crochet thread so she could use it as a table decoration for the holidays. She said it finished up at about 25" x 25".



Tiffiny went with a yummy dark chocolate cookie for her gingerbread house and changed up some of her frosting work to resemble peppermints. 



Vannessa chose a vibrant variegated yarn to achieve a colorful candy look in her blanket.



Wini chose a completely unique color palette that makes you think of pink frosted chocolate cookies with mint chips.  Yum! 




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Bumblebee Garden Blanket

Welcome to the Bumblebee Garden Blanket!  This blanket is available on Etsy , Ravelry , and my Website . The inspiration for this blanket in...