Free crochet pattern: The “big hug” hooded cowl scarf
This garment is as warm and cozy as a hug, with a cowl big enough to pull over the head as a hood and a triangle scarf wide enough to drape over the shoulders.
Author: Nina
Free crochet pattern: Moss stitch shawl
This beginner-friendly pattern is so simple and mindless that it’s a great project to do while binge-watching your favorite show.
Free crochet pattern: Quick collared cowl
This beginner-friendly project truly could not be quicker or easier to make.
Free crochet pattern: Easy angled pocket shawl
What could be more comforting than wrapping up in something that’s warm and cozy – and as a bonus, has pockets!
GF/DF Corn Muffins
These savory corn muffins are super quick and easy to make.
DIY project: Converting a dresser into a sideboard
How two furniture-refinishing neophytes successfully converted a dresser into a sideboard – and what we learned in the process.
Free crochet pattern: Stash-busting cowl
This is a great project for crochet beginners, or for anyone who wants to use up leftover yarn.
Crochet technique: The invisible finish when crocheting in the round
Instead of having an awkward knot on the edge of your work, the invisible finish leaves a smooth edge with no detectable beginning or end.
Recipe: Refrigerator dill pickles
I dealt with the avalanche of cucumbers from my garden by coming up with this quick and easy recipe for refrigerator dill pickles.
Crochet gifts: “Dawn to Dusk” scarf
I wish I had designed this pattern myself, because it is elegant in its simplicity and quickly produces a stylish scarf perfect for gifting.
Spoons & Hooks 