Crafting Happiness

A three-panel vertical blog graphic. The top panel shows a finished grey crochet square with a pink ribbed border. The middle text reads "tutorial + video Back Loop SC Border CraftingHappiness.com" above a photo of hands working on the border. The bottom panel shows a close-up of hands crocheting a chain stitch with pink yarn. Original design by Ariana of CraftingHappiness.

How to Crochet a Back Loop Single Crochet Rib Border

I designed this back loop single crochet rib border because I wanted a stretchy, modern edging that works for different

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A collage grid showcasing nine colorful crochet animal baby loveys and ragdolls by known crocheter and author Ariana Wimsett of Crafting Happiness. The collection features a variety of textured handmade designs including a white star-shaped sheep lovey, pink pigs, a brown deer on a hexagonal blanket, a blue kangaroo ragdoll, a unicorn on a striped blanket, a textured golden-brown lion, a blue dragon, fuzzy cream llamas, and a pink and red star lovey. A text banner across the bottom reads "Animal Baby Loveys & Ragdolls: Complete Crochet Pattern Collection."

The Ultimate Collection of Crochet Lovey and Ragdoll Patterns for Babies

If you are looking for the perfect handmade baby gift, you are in the right place. I have put together

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A collage graphic titled 21 Modern Crochet Summer Top Patterns, featuring the subtitle Curated by Ariana of CraftingHappiness. The text is centered and surrounded by eight individual photos showcasing different handmade crochet summer tops, including lightweight short-sleeve shirts, mesh long-sleeve crop tops, and textured open-stitch blouses worn by models.

21 Modern Crochet Summer Top Patterns To Maker This Season

Finding the right project for warmer weather can be tricky, so I put together this collection of 21 modern crochet

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A collage of various colorful crocheted flowers with the text: Crocheted Flowers Complete Pattern Collection

Free Crochet Flower Patterns For Beginners

If you want to start a quick and satisfying new project, you have come to the right place. I put

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A 9-image collage displaying the 2in1 hooded blanket crochet patterns collection by author and crochet designer Ariana Wimsett for Crafting Happiness. Designs include a unicorn, Cheshire cat, zebra, reindeer, Christmas pudding, triceratops dinosaur, elf, snowflake reindeer, and llama hooded blankets worn by children and displayed on flat surfaces.

2-in-1 Crochet Animal Hooded Blankets for Kids and Adults

I have spent a long time designing a special collection of blankets that serve a double purpose, and I wanted

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A 9-image collage showing the 3in1 animal baby blankets crochet pattern collection by author and crochet designer Ariana Wimsett for Crafting Happiness. Features animal blankets folded as plush toys on white cribs and benches, including a reindeer, highland cow, bumblebee, frog, blue dragon, sheep, zebra, lion, and brown bear.

The Ultimate 3-in-1 Animal Blanket Crochet Pattern Collection

Over the years, I have designed a unique series of blankets that fold up into plush toys, and today I

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Pink crochet cherry blossom flowers in various shades of light and dark pink, held in a pair of hands. Original design created by Ariana Wimsett at CraftingHappiness.com

Free Pattern: Easy Crochet Cherry Blossom Flower

I made this crochet cherry blossom flower because I needed a small detail for a larger project, and it turned

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Sturdy Mesh Stitch Crochet Tutorial

I made this crochet sturdy mesh stitch because I wanted a pattern that looked open and airy but didn’t lose

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Classic Mesh Stitch – The Simple Stitch Pattern That Makes Yarn Go Twice As Far

I recently used the classic mesh stitch to make a top for a holiday trip because I needed something breathable that could still keep me comfortable during chilly evenings.

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