Kate's Cozy Crochet

Free C2C Crochet Pattern  Cat Eye (50 x 50 graph) About this Pattern: Have you ever had an idea that suddenly pops into your head out of nowhere? That happened to me with this cat eye. I could suddenly picture it in my mind, and I just had to make it. This pattern definitely took more time to design than the patterns in my Animals and Rare Cute Animals series, because every single square needed to be filled with colour. And to make things even more challenging, about halfway through I realised I had made a mistake. So, I had to undo a large part of the project and start again. This Cat Eye pattern is a little more detailed than my other animal C2C patterns. I wanted to create a realistic-looking cat eye while still keeping the design suitable for C2C crochet. The different shades of brown and green help create the details and depth in the eye. But I am very happy with how the cat eye turned out, and I hope you will enjoy making it too! I do recommend making plenty of bobbins before...

 Free C2C Crochet Pattern Bat (50 x 50 graph) How to download the graph: On a desktop computer, click the graph to open the full-size image, then right-click and choose “Save image as.” On mobile, tap and hold the image to save it to your device. About this Pattern: When I was a child and teenager, there were always lots of bats flying around in my parents' backyard when it started getting dark. I loved watching them. They fly so fast and make such interesting and sudden movements. I always thought it was really special to watch. When I moved out, I was happy to discover that bats fly around here too. Which is actually quite surprising, because we don't exactly live in a rural area. There are no tall trees or good places for them to hide nearby, but somehow, they still come from somewhere. I'm looking forward to showing them to my son when he is a little older. So here is a C2C bat pattern, because bats are such cool animals and not scary at all! Also cute as a Halloween Ba...

Review of The Granny Square Card Deck 50 Mix & Match Designs Claire Montgomerie While watching Thelauragracee on Instagram, I came across her videos of making all the granny squares from a card deck. She spins a wheel to decide which square to make next. I really loved the different squares she was showing and wanted a deck for myself. Unfortunately, here in the Netherlands, I couldn't find the exact deck Laura was using for an affordable price. The only versions I could find were in Dutch or German. I can't crochet from patterns in those languages (yes, I know, I'm Dutch, but I learned to crochet using US terms). Laura uses The Granny Square Stitches Card Deck . So, while I'm waiting for that deck to become more affordable, I bought the original The Granny Square Card Deck instead. I'm not planning to make every square, just the ones that catch my eye. I actually like that about this deck. You don't have to make a complete project from the book. You can ju...

Free C2C Crochet Pattern Capybara (50 x 60 graph) Rare Cute Animals About this Pattern: I think capybaras are such funny animals. They're always so calm, relaxed and somehow seem to get along with everyone. We don't have capybaras in the wild here in the Netherlands, so I've only ever seen them at the zoo. Every time I do, I can't help but smile! A while ago I also made the cutest little capybara keychain using the free crochet pattern by Complicated Knots on YouTube. It turned out so adorable that it inspired me to design my own capybara pattern, this time as a corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet graph. This free 50 x 60 C2C crochet pattern is perfect for baby blankets, cushions, tote bags or any other pixel crochet project. If you're already familiar with the C2C technique, simply download the graph below and start crocheting. I hope you enjoy making this cute little capybara as much as I enjoyed designing it! How to download the graph: On a desktop computer, click the...

Essential Supplies for C2C Crochet If you're new to corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet, you might be wondering what supplies you actually need to get started. The good news is that you don't need a huge collection of crochet tools or expensive materials. In fact, if you've crocheted before, you probably already have most of what you need.  While there are plenty of handy gadgets available, only a few items are truly essential. In this guide, I'll walk you through the supplies I recommend for every C2C crocheter, along with a few optional tools that can make larger projects a little easier. Yarn Let's start with the obvious one: yarn! The type of yarn you choose depends on the project you're making, but for most C2C blankets and graphgans, acrylic yarn is my go-to choice. Why? It's affordable, easy to care for, and available in almost every colour imaginable. Since C2C projects often involve lots of colour changes, having a wide range of shades to choose from is ...

How Much Yarn Do I Need for my C2C Crochet Project? One of the most common questions when starting a C2C crochet project is: “ How much yarn do I need?” Unfortunately, there isn't one exact answer. The amount of yarn you use depends on your yarn, hook size, tension, and even the way you crochet. Luckily, you can make a pretty good estimate yourself with a small swatch and a kitchen scale. How to Calculate Your Yarn Usage The easiest way is to crochet a small C2C swatch using the same yarn and hook you plan to use for your project. I recommend making a 5 x 5 swatch, which contains 25 squares. Once you've finished your swatch, weigh it using a kitchen scale. Make sure you weigh only the crocheted piece, without your hook or any other materials. Then divide the weight of your swatch by the number of squares. Yarn per square = weight of swatch ÷ number of squares Example Let's say your 5 x 5 swatch contains 25 squares and weighs 10 grams. 10 grams : 25 squares = 0.4 grams per s...

C2C Tips for Beginners Starting your first corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet project can feel a little overwhelming. You have to follow a pattern, keep track of colour changes, and work diagonally instead of in straight rows. The good news is that C2C crochet is much easier than it looks. Once you've made a few rows, you'll quickly get into the rhythm. Here are some of my favourite tips to help you get started. 1. Start With a Small Pattern If you've never made a C2C project before, choose a small pattern with only a few colours. A simple design will help you learn the technique without having to worry about dozens of colour changes. A small project also means you'll be able to see the finished result fairly quickly, which can be very motivating when you're learning. Before starting a large blanket, you could try a small wall hanging, cushion, bag, or even just a small square. Once you feel comfortable with increasing, decreasing, changing colours, and following the gr...

How to Change Colour in C2C Crochet Changing colours is what brings a C2C crochet picture to life, but it can also be one of the parts that beginners find confusing. Knowing exactly when and how to change colour will help your colour changes look neat and will make your C2C projects much easier to manage. In this guide, I'll show you how to change colour in C2C crochet, when to cut your yarn, when you can leave it attached, and how to use bobbins when you're working with lots of different colours. Whether you're making a simple C2C project or a detailed picture with lots of colour changes, these tips will help you feel more confident. When Do You Change Colour in C2C Crochet? Your C2C pattern tells you which colour to use for each square or block. When the next block needs to be a different colour, you need to change colour. The easiest way to make a neat colour change is to change colour during the last stitch of the current block . You don't completely finish the last...