Save Your Hands, Yarn & Sanity
A few weeks ago we shared about the fab patterns in the Fall 2025 issue of Crochet Foundry, but that's not all there is.
There are also 6 informative and useful articles and interviews, as well as coupons, puzzles, bonus patterns, and even a cookie recipe.
You'll learn about caring for your hands and your yarn, as well as some tools and notions that can help make your crochet even more enjoyable.
Since the last time we spoke, we've also added a blog post all about the Fall 2025 issue. In it we share a bit about each pattern, article, interview and everything else in the issue. If you're unsure if the Fall 2025 issue is for you, take a look at the bog post to learn more. And remember, the individual issue is around the cost of 3 patterns, even though it contains so much more.
Indie Pattern Spotlight
In addition to the magazine, you can also pick up individual patterns from some of your favorite crochet AND knit designers on our site. Here are a few:
Pearls of the Sea Clutch The pattern is worked flat in one piece and then the sides are being sewn together. The body is crocheted with the alternating spike stitch to create a sturdy fabric and the cover adds more texture with the beautiful shells dotted with colorful pearls-like stitches. I made the bag with a metal chain strap, but you can use a fabric strap or crochet a strap, and even use it without one. | | |
| | Easy Ribbed Pumpkin Grab all the yummy mustard, burnt orange and cinnamon colored yarn to knit up for this harvest of pumpkins. This pumpkin knitting pattern includes three sizes for all your fall home decorating needs. Whether you knit on straight needles or prefer knitting in the round, this pumpkin pattern has you covered. It’s a quick, worsted weight knit pumpkin pattern that's perfect for beginners. |
That Witch Hat That Witch is a crochet witch hat pattern written in four sizes so the whole family can join in the fun! Want a wizard hat? Just finish your hat off after the band. Changes colors or don’t as you wish. The color changes used in the sample are written into the pattern. For the sample a size 4 (worsted weight) yarn was used along with a decorative carry along thread to add some texture and sparkle to the hat. | | |
| | Watercolor Poncho Every wardrobe needs a signature piece like this cozy knit poncho. It features trendy stripes and an oversized tassel belt, so you’ll look great on the outside, and feel like you’re cozied up in a blanket on the inside. With its loose oversized fit and open front, it will pair with almost any top in your closet. The light texture and bold colors make it the perfect piece for everything from a photoshoot to cozying up at a bonfire. Made of two rectangles sewn together, it’s a great starter pattern for knitters looking to get into garment-making. |
You Stole My Heart Blanket Show your love with this free crochet baby blanket pattern. If you’ve never done colorwork before, don’t be nervous - this heart blanket is a wonderful place to start! My step-by-step instructions and crochet chart will guide you through the process and make it super easy. You’ll end up with an adorable baby heart blanket or small throw that’s completely reversible. | | |
| | Ribbed Donation Hat This simple ribbed hat is great for donations. The ribbing makes it stretch so it fits a variety of sizes, as does the fold-over brim. It is a nice, unisex style that works with many fashion styles. Of course, you don’t need to donate this hat, you can make it for yourself or for a gift for someone you know. No matter who you make it for, it will provide warmth and style. |
Crossed Seams Hat Why should I make this: The Crossed Seams Beanie may look like a difficult project, but it really isn’t. Simple stitches and minimal shaping lend it its intricate texture and look. All the magic of this beanie happens at the very last step: crossed seaming. | | |
| | Falmore River Socks The Falmore River Sock pattern comes with 2 options, an all over lace design, or a stocking stitch body with a lace panel forming a sporty stripe across the toe and up the outside of the sock. |
Harvest Poncho The Harvest Poncho will get you ready for the fall. Its beautiful colors are perfect for apple or pumpkin picking. The tassels on the corners are stylish and fun. It is quick and easy to make and super soft with Red Heart Fashion Soft yarn. Be warm in style this fall! | | |
| | Diamond Blanket The Diamond blanket is an easy blanket knitting pattern. Combining simple knits and purls to form the delicate nested diamond pattern. Elegant yet cozy, this textured blanket is the perfect addition to any home decor. Available in 8 sizes: from baby blanket to king sizes blanket, the diamond pattern is pretty on both sides making this blanket perfectly reversible. |
Cobblestone Sweater Dress I was inspired by the rustic style of uneven stones to create a textured-sleeves dress. Crocheted top down in the raglan style, the body has a bit of waist shaping and lots of positive ease and loose, puffy sleeves with lace detailing. Its ease and stitches make it super cosy and fun to make! | | |
| | Skewed Skewed is a small wrap made from one Frabjous Fibers March Hare Mini Skein Pack. It is made using dropped stitches to create texture, and uses knit stitches only, no purls. If you want your wrap to be a bit bigger, just get yourself a second mini skein pack and keep on knitting! |
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September 10th Sit & Stitch
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September 10th Lunch with The Foundry
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