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Things to Crochet

July 26, 2017 2 Comments

Take a look at ten of the best new crochet designs out there, featuring everything from elegant lacework to a cute Cthulhu.

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This month, lacework and cute toys were the name of the game for folks releasing new crochet patterns. It makes sense, it’s pretty hot out there! The really nice thing about the gorgeous lacework is how layering-friendly those designs are for wear well into fall. They’re the perfect pieces to hook up now and get a head start on!

Giraffe Doll by Erica Lynn

Giraffe Doll by Erica Lynn

Latham by Sara Kay Hartmann

Latham by Sara Kay Hartmann

Celtic Love Knot Scarf by Laurie Garn

Celtic Love Knot Scarf by Laurie Garn

 Donna Cactus Toy by Yulia Mozhaiska

Donna Cactus Toy by Yulia Mozhaiska

Concept 04-07 Shawl by Fil Katia

Concept 04-07 Shawl by Fil Katia

 Cthulhu baby monster by Kamila Krawka Krawczyk

Cthulhu baby monster by Kamila Krawka Krawczyk

 crochet blanket afghan with roses by marifu6a

crochet blanket afghan with roses by marifu6a

Moonlit Shells Shawl by Jennifer E. Ryan

Moonlit Shells Shawl by Jennifer E. Ryan

Pudding the Bear by Jennifer Barrett

Pudding the Bear by Jennifer Barrett

Baby Teething Toy by Jan van Telde

Baby Teething Toy by Jan van Telde

Take a look at ten of the best new crochet designs out there, featuring everything from elegant lacework to a cute Cthulhu.

Filed Under: Crochet, Inspiration Tagged With: crochet inspiration, summer crochet, things to crochet

About Heidi

Heidi Gustad is a craft book author & content creator in love with primary colors & vintage vibes. She specializes in knitting, crochet, latch hook and macramé, and her first book, Latch Hook: 12 Projects for the Modern Maker, is out now!

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  1. danielle @ this picture book life

    July 26, 2017 at 11:28 am

    Those toys/stuffies are all the cuteness!

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    • Heidi

      July 27, 2017 at 10:44 am

      Agreed!

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