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Home of a Creative Kitty
Free Pattern, SewingFor some time I have been thinking about making myself a workout outfit. I already decided that I wanted a tank top with shorts, but I hadn’t yet found the right patterns. After I made my Christmas dress last year, it suddenly occurred to me to try to use the same pattern for my workout wear. For the tank top, …
Last year when I took a trip to a different city with my family, I had a hotel card key that I needed to carry. However, my clothes didn’t have any pockets, and I didn’t want to be carrying my purse with me everywhere I went, whether to the beach, walking around the city, or just staying at the hotel. …
Crochet, Free PatternHere is the scarf to match the Ribbed Crochet Hat I made for my boyfriend. The pattern couldn’t be simpler; just alternating front and back post double crochet stitches that create a ribbed design reminiscent of knit. This is even easier than the hat, as it is just a long rectangle without any increases. It can be done any width …
SewingWhen I first learned to sew, I didn’t have any sewing patterns. Instead I drafted pattern blocks for my measurements using an instruction booklet that I’d picked up somewhere. The instructions were sparse, and the pattern pieces never fit me well at all. After the initial test I would adjust and adjust and end up with pattern block after pattern …
Crochet, Free PatternIt seems like hearts are on everybody’s mind right now. On that note, here is a lovely, heart-themed accessory that is super quick to work up. These would be perfect as a gift for a cherished friend or family member, or something nice for yourself. I used Red Heart With Love in Bubblegum for the pink trim. Since I wasn’t …
Crochet, Free PatternIntroducing my first ever crochet pattern! It is a super simple pattern I created for my boyfriend when he asked me to crochet him a hat with alpaca yarn. This crochet hat features alternating front and back post double crochet and front and back post double crochet increases. The result is a ribbed design reminiscent of knit which is also …
Christmas, Free Pattern, SewingI have been planning to make myself a Christmas dress for years, ever since learning to sew, but somehow I never got around to finding just the right pattern for it. Last Christmas I finally made it. And I must say, I’m in love with it. This is a very simple dress style, but it is elegant, and the sleeveless …
Wow, it’s December already! For my first blog post, I thought I’d round up a few free crochet patterns to start off the Christmas season. These are decorations and ornaments to get you and your house into the holiday spirit. Happy Holidays Tree Skirt To start off, here is a lovely striped tree skirt from Moogly. This pattern is extremely …
UncategorizedWell, I’ve finally done it. I’ve joined the world of blogging. As you may have guessed by the name, creativity is going to be the main focus of this blog; creativity in the form of crochet, sewing, and other miscellaneous craftiness. This is also going to be my space for other things related to various interests of mine. I’m so …