Kat Zimmermann
Crafting 2023: Resolutions & Reflections
Crafting reflections for 2022 and new resolutions for the 2023 year, along with some fun year-end wrap stats!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Dec 16, 2022
- 9 min
What is Ease and How Much Do I Need?
An overview of the two main types of ease, when and how to use them, and a quick reference guide on accounting for ease in any craft.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Dec 2, 2022
- 5 min
Easy Chevron Baby Blanket
A beginner-friendly FREE crochet pattern for a chevron blanket in any size!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Nov 18, 2022
- 6 min
Knitting vs. Crochet: Speed & Yarn Use
Crochet is faster than knitting, but uses more yarn. Is this true? A short experiment with results and a call for your data!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Oct 21, 2022
- 9 min
Blogiversary: A Reflection on 2 Years
A reflection on 2 years of craft blogging, including hard-won advice for first-time bloggers.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Oct 7, 2022
- 12 min
Corner to Corner Crochet Basics
Learn how to do corner to corner crochet! Includes tips, tricks, step-by-step with photos, a video tutorial, and TWO FREE patterns!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jul 29, 2022
- 7 min
Call the Mandalorian: Crochet Blanket Pattern
A FREE crochet pattern that uses negative space to form a baby yoda silhouette. The pattern can be made in any size!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jun 17, 2022
- 7 min
Summer Leaves Crochet Headband
A quick and easy filet crochet summer headband in a leaf pattern! Great for hot summer days with a vintage vibe.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Mar 25, 2022
- 5 min
10 Things Every Crafter Needs to Hear
A list of rules and reminders created by and for the writer - I hope you find them as meaningful as I do.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Feb 11, 2022
- 9 min
The Zodiac Constellation Blanket
Astronomical star charts of all 12 astrological zodiac signs in a crochet pattern! Available in written versions AND as charts.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Dec 31, 2021
- 5 min
Crafting 2022: Resolutions & Reflections
Crafting reflections for 2021 and resolutions for 2022. Set your own crafting goals!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Sep 17, 2021
- 4 min
Soft Waves Blanket
A beginner-friendly crochet pattern that you can use to make blankets, scarves, pillow covers, or whatever you want!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Aug 6, 2021
- 6 min
Summer Secret Tank
A fun, color-changing tank top pattern to boost your summer wardrobe! Pattern download includes 4 accessible versions.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jun 25, 2021
- 6 min
Filet-o-Crochet Fishtail Lace Headband
A quick and easy pattern for a crochet headband in filet crochet - lacey, sturdy, perfect for summer!
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Kat Zimmermann
- May 28, 2021
- 5 min
Crossed Cluster Baby Blanket
Learn how to make an easy crochet blanket using the Crossed Cluster stitch pattern! Includes a written pattern and video tutorial.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Apr 2, 2021
- 8 min
How to Measure and Adjust Gauge
Gauge - the number of stitches and rows per distance unit. When does gauge matter? How is it measured? What do I do if my gauge is off?
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Kat Zimmermann
- Mar 19, 2021
- 16 min
Miss Maisy Rabbit & Lisa Bunny Lovey: Patterns for Easter
Easter is just around the corner! Two patterns, one sewn and one crochet, to celebrate the holiday.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Feb 19, 2021
- 8 min
Blocking: What it is and how to do it
In this post, we'll review the types of blocking, how to do each type, and some considerations for making the right choice.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Feb 12, 2021
- 6 min
Year of the Ox Lovey Blanket
Year of the Ox begins on Chinese New Year (AKA Lunar New Year) - February 12, 2021. To celebrate the occasion, I've created a lovey!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jan 1, 2021
- 14 min
How to Make a Temperature Blanket
Tips, tricks, and instructions to make your own, one-of-a-kind temperature blanket, including how and where to get the data!
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