The world of Studio Ghibli is a wondefully magic one, full of forest spirits, witches and fish-girls. And, as you can imagine, the creatures of Ghibli lend themselves very well to being transformed into craft patterns. You get one guess as to who the firm favourite is - indeed, there are plenty of … [Read more...]
Plants Vs. Zombies Crochet Patterns
Plants vs. Zombies is one of those weirdly addicting games - you don't know exactly why you like it, but you can't stop playing it. In the game, you are trying to defend a house from an oncoming zombie invasion by placing special types of plants and fungi in their way. The plants happen to be … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Katniss Cowl – Free Patterns
If you've had the chance to check out The Hunger Games: Catching Fire over the weekend, you will have undoubtedly spotted the rather awesome cowl Katniss wears at the start of the film. And if you're anything like me, you were practically configuring the knitting pattern on the spot. … [Read more...]
Bazinga! Sheldon Cooper Amigurumi Pattern
If you're a fan of The Big Bang Theory (aren't we all?) and also a keen crocheter, I've got some good news for you! This adorable Amigurumi pattern from A[mi]dorable Crochet is the ticket to making your own cuddly version of everyone's favourite scientist, Sheldon Cooper. Jackie, who … [Read more...]
Free Octonauts Crochet Patterns!
My mission for this Dork Craft post was to Explore, Rescue and, err, Protect the very best free knitting and crochet patterns for the Octonauts characters. Unfortunately, I couldn't find any knitting patterns. Lots of clever people have made some lovely designs, but only a few people have uploaded … [Read more...]
Free Aardman knit and crochet patterns
Because I love you, I've rounded up some of the best free Aardman-inspired crochet and knitting patterns around. I've scouted around for some lovely Shauns, some creepy Feathers McGraws, Gromit in all his glory and probably the cutest Timmy Time pattern you're ever likely to see. Shaun the Sheep … [Read more...]
Moomin Craft – The best Moomin patterns
The real Moomins are probably busy hibernating right now - or filling their tummies with pine needles in preparation for their long sleep. So here are some nice Moomin knitting and crochet patterns that will help you to get over your sadness. I've been hunting them down all round the web, including … [Read more...]
Peppa Pig knitting and crochet patterns! Update: And Sewing!
We've been on the hunt for some free patterns again! This week it's Peppa Pig (and George) who get the crafty treatment. If you have any patterns you'd like to share, or any other characters you'd like us to find, let us know in the comments! And if you make any of these marvellous free Peppa Pig … [Read more...]
Mickey and Minnie Mouse crochet hat patterns
It is officially autumn which means that now is the perfect time to get crafting things to keep us, and our friends and family warm. These free Mickey and Minnie Mouse hat patterns from Repeat Crafter Me are absolutely adorable! The original pattern is designed for a newborn baby but there are … [Read more...]
Hello Kitty hat free crochet pattern
I have a love of all things Hello Kitty that is possibly unhealthy considering my age. But happily for me there are things out there on the internet to help people like me – such as this free Hello Kitty hat crochet pattern by Elizabeth Trantham on Ravelry. It can be made to fit a child, teen, or … [Read more...]