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November 29, 2017 Leave a Comment

Feast your eyes on ten beautiful, new crochet patterns from independent designers, released in November and December 2017. All of these beauties would make lovely Christmas presents, even if it's just gifting the pattern to your favorite crocheter!
Feast your eyes on ten beautiful, new crochet patterns from independent designers. This time of year is so great for finding amazing new patterns to add to your project queue. As always when I look through crochet designs, I’m struck by the range of projects to choose from. There’s your whimsical and cute options, like dolls and amigurumi, that are always a joy to look at. And then there’s the beautifully textured, elegant garments and accessories that floor me every time. I won’t say which of these is my personal favorite because they’re all so wonderful in their own way. All of these beauties would make lovely Christmas presents, even if it’s just gifting the pattern to your favorite crocheter! 

Puffalicious Shawl by Viktoria Gogolak
Puffalicious Shawl by Viktoria Gogolak

Kaia by Zoya Matyushenko
Kaia by Zoya Matyushenko

Crochet Wrap Bracelet 76 by Melanie Beth Bachura
Crochet Wrap Bracelet 76 by Melanie Beth Bachura

Quy Shawl by Joanne Scrace
Quy Shawl by Joanne Scrace

New Year's dress by Conceptcreativeblog
New Year’s dress by Conceptcreativeblog

Pink Blossoms Scarf by Wiam's Crafts
Pink Blossoms Scarf by Wiam’s Crafts

Alpaca Phone Sleeve by Hello Happy
Alpaca Phone Sleeve by Hello Happy

Jugglebear by FUZZ pOppi
Jugglebear by FUZZ pOppi

Sailor's Moon Cropped Sweater by Lorene Haythorn Eppolite
Sailor’s Moon Cropped Sweater by Lorene Haythorn Eppolite

Doll Zin by Erika Du
Doll Zin by Erika Du

Feast your eyes on ten beautiful, new crochet patterns from independent designers, released in November and December 2017. All of these beauties would make lovely Christmas presents, even if it's just gifting the pattern to your favorite crocheter!

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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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Hi! I’m Heidi (she/her/hers), a craft book author & pattern designer specializing in knitting, crochet, latch hook & macrame. Really anything with yarn! ❤️  My work combines vintage and modern design elements, featuring bold colors and graphic motifs.

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