Crochet headband - a beginner friendly pattern

🧶 Beginner-Friendly Headbands

Hello, let’s get back to some beginner-friendly projects. A simple headband is often one of the first things people learn to crochet.

Simple but Creative

I made a few pieces using leftover yarn scraps, but instead of basic stitches, I tried a more decorative, “fantasy” stitch to give them a bit more character.

These aren’t the kind of headbands meant to keep your ears warm. They’re more for styling — something to add a nice touch to your look or to keep your hair in place while doing your makeup.

And that’s all for today.

 

Fluffy crochet pillow

 Round Cushion Project number 2. 🌸

Hello everyone, I’ve finally moved on to another round cushion. This one was quite time-consuming because of the endless rows of ruffles — or petals, depending on how you see them.

The whole piece has a very floral look, and I’m really happy with the result. I kept the back plain, without any decoration, partly because I ran out of yarn and partly because I ran out of patience.

🧶 Materials & Process

For this project, I used Red Heart baby yarn (100% acrylic) along with some blue fantasy satin yarn.

I experimented a lot with the pattern, trying several different options as I worked with a limited amount of yarn.

I hope you like the result. I don’t plan to make more cushions anytime soon, but I still have a few ideas from this project that I’d like to use in the future. I really like the fluffy, dreamy, soft texture — it makes it a cute little piece for decorating a cosy, feminine space.

Viking princess tunic/sweater

My dream project 🧚✨

Hello, today I’d like to share a project I made recently. This kind of dress-like, slightly medieval-looking sweater or tunic is something I’ve always wanted to have and wear. As a not very experienced crocheter, I couldn’t even imagine how to start making something like this.

The inspiration came while I was crocheting a blanket made of small pentagons. I noticed the shape and thought it could work perfectly as the base of a skirt or dress. It felt like the idea had real potential.

Also, I finally got a full-size mannequin, which turned out to be a total game changer when working on projects like this.

🪡 Making

I started by making and joining two large pentagons, which already looked promising. Then I used a similar pattern to create the sleeves. At that stage, I still wasn’t entirely sure how I would connect all the parts, but I figured it out along the way, and that’s how this long, comfortable and quite unique sweater came together.

I made it for myself, so it doesn’t sit perfectly on the mannequin. I’m about the same height, but not as slim, and my arms are a bit longer.

🧵 Materials

For this project, I used about 400 grams of SMC Bravo acrylic yarn in beige. It’s a medium-weight, very soft yarn, great for light but warm sweaters, shawls and scarves.

💭 Final Thoughts

I absolutely love this piece and would like to make a few more in different colours, possibly adding some new motifs and details. I’d also like to write down the pattern properly and share it before I forget the technical details.

At one point, my cousin almost walked away with the unfinished version, but luckily it was too big for her. I really enjoy how this sweater looks and feels — wearing it makes me feel a bit like a Viking princess. The only downside is that it’s quite time-consuming and not the cheapest project when it comes to materials.

Food porn in the morning and unboxing Faceless lady

Hello. 

First of all I am feeling very tired today.

I don't think I've ever mentioned, that for the past couple of years I've been working night shifts only. I work from home, which has good and bad sides, but it was my choice, so I shouldn't complain.

Anyway, some mornings can be really hard, like today, when I feel exhausted, my eyes are closing and I would like to go bed and sleep for next 12 hours, but you know I can't do that, cause I have things to do.

So, on the gloomy, cloudy mornings like today I need my extra energy boosts, something to make me feel better, more energized...something to keep me going for another several hours.

And here's what I got today. A couple of days ago I bought a pack of tiny, spicy crackers and I completely forgot about them. I found them today and I made these little, hot snacks with peanut butter.

They taste so good!

Why can't I go to sleep yet? Here's the story...

She came to me yesterday and she arrived in pieces from the distant country, known as Netherlands.

Sadly, I was too busy to unbox her right away and welcome her properly, so she had to spend all night alone in the dark, cold box. 

But today, today I gave her all my time and attention, I put all the body parts together...

And here she is. My faceless, silent mannequin.

Someone who never complains, never has bad moods, a perfect model to work with.

Ok, enough poetic horror tales. A few facts. 

I needed (desperately) a mannequin for my crazy crochet creations, a full body, natural size female one to be precise.

I visited local shops, I checked some offers I found in online stores and I got to several conclusions.

First: Mannequins, in general, aren't cheap.

Second: Most mannequins are just weird.

Third: Majority of manneqins I saw has completely messed up body proportions. 

Fourth: All the female mannequins made in Germany look like porn stars (OMG the boobies! And OMG the nipples!)

At this point, my goal to find a cheap, natural looking female mannequin seemed impossible.

But hey, I found her! She's not flawless, but for my purposes she's ideal. 

I planned our first photo session for incoming weekend and I just can't wait!

Crochet bolero

🧶 New Year, Same Yarn Problem

Hello everyone, a new year has started, and I don’t have any grand resolutions this time. Just a simple goal: crochet more, and somehow avoid being buried alive under balls of yarn.

Simple Crochet Bolero

Today I want to show you something I made recently — a very simple crochet bolero. I first came across this design on a Spanish YouTube channel, and I was genuinely surprised by how easy it is to make. The entire piece is created from one long rectangle, which makes it a great project even for beginners.

Yarn & Colour Choices

For this version, I used thin acrylic yarn in black and red. A monochrome palette would definitely look more subtle, but I chose contrasting colours to highlight the texture and structure of the pattern.

Making

You can keep it minimal with a single stitch, or mix different motifs depending on your style. For the centre of my rectangle, I used a classic granny square. Since I wasn’t fully satisfied with the plain rectangular form, I added ruffles to the sleeves, as well as around the neckline and bottom edge, to give it a more romantic, feminine look.

I’ve already received a few orders for this design in different colours, including more modern, office-friendly versions, so I’ll definitely be making more of these.

 

Orange and green round floral cushion

A small piece from a bigger idea

Today I want to share one of my recent projects—a cute, flora-inspired cushion I made last week.

Originally, I had a grand plan. A whole collection of cushions inspired by nature: flowers, seasons, colours… the full poetic vision.

Then reality stepped in and reminded me that I do not, in fact, live in a castle with infinite storage.

So the collection has been… paused. I have two more cushions to finish, and the rest will have to wait for better (and more spacious) times.

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The pattern (simple and very flexible)

This cushion is based on a very simple hexagon motif. It’s easy to follow, easy to count, and very adaptable.

You can use the same idea to make:

• cushions
• bags
• blankets
• rugs

Basically, anything that benefits from a repeating pattern and a bit of patience.

The one I made is about 30 cm in diameter, but the size is completely up to you. You can adjust the number of rows, use a different base, or scale it however you like.

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Materials and making

For this kind of project, almost any yarn will work, which makes it perfect for using up leftovers (always a bonus).

You can either sew your own cushion base or buy one in your preferred shape and size.

In my case, I had some help—my mum sewed 10 round cushion inserts for me, and we filled them with silicone fluff. So now I have a small stock of ready bases, just waiting for new cover ideas in the coming months.

A simple pattern, a bit of colour, and suddenly you have something soft, decorative, and very satisfying.

Now I just need more space… or significantly less ambition 🌿

Honey Handwarmers

Almost New Year… and something warm for the hands ✨

Hello, it’s me again.

We’re right at the edge of the New Year—that strange moment when everything feels both like an ending and a beginning, even if in reality it’s just another day with better marketing.

Still, it’s a good excuse to make something cozy.

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Simple, practical, and very necessary

Today’s project is as simple as it gets: a pair of soft, warm handwarmers—also known as fingerless gloves, for those who prefer proper terminology.

They’re perfect for those moments when your hands are freezing, but you still want your fingers free to type, crochet, or do anything that requires actual precision (which is… most things).

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The making

I used a thick yarn in a warm honey colour, and somehow even found a matching ring, which felt like a small but very satisfying detail.

No pattern here—just an idea and a bit of improvisation, as usual.

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The result (and what comes next)

I really like how they turned out. Simple, comfortable, and actually useful—which is always a good combination.

I’ve already started another pair in a more neutral grey, with a slightly simpler shape. Those are for my boyfriend.

There’s something about handmade things that feels a bit more personal—especially when they’re practical and made with someone specific in mind.

Warm hands, small details, and a quiet way of showing you care.

Not a bad way to end the year ✨