Crochet Maple Leaves with YarnArt Begonia: A Perfect Autumn Project

This autumn, I wanted to bring the beauty of falling leaves into my home through crochet. Using YarnArt Begonia, a 100% mercerized cotton yarn (category 2), and a 3.5 mm crochet hook, I created these gorgeous crochet maple leaves. 

Each leaf measures about 7 by 6 inches, making them large enough to stand out as individual pieces or combined into larger projects like garlands or table settings.

YarnArt Begonia is a fantastic yarn to work with, especially for delicate, detailed projects like these leaves. The 100% mercerized cotton provides the right amount of structure for the leaf shape. With its category 2 weight, the yarn is lightweight yet durable, perfect for items that need a bit of definition, like these maple leaves.

Check out YarnArt Begonia Yarn on Amazon!

I used a 3.5 mm crochet hook, which allowed me to achieve the perfect balance between flexibility and firmness. The leaves are soft enough to be pliable, yet firm enough to maintain their shape.

From just one skein of YarnArt Begonia, I managed to create five crochet maple leaves. That makes this yarn not only a joy to work with but also quite economical for such a project. Each leaf took a small amount of yarn, and the quality of the mercerized cotton ensures that they’ll last for many seasons to come.

These crochet maple leaves are versatile and can be used in numerous ways.

String them together to make a beautiful autumn garland. 

Use them as coasters or as table decor for a cozy fall setting. 

Add a leaf as an appliqué to blankets, pillows, or bags.

Whether you’re looking for a new autumn-inspired crochet project or wanting to add a unique touch to your fall decor, these crochet maple leaves are a great option.

 The written pattern (plus a video tutorial) is available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops! 

Cozy Fall Granny Squares: Crochet Pattern and Step-by-Step Tutorial

As the autumn begins to set in, I found myself inspired by nature’s gorgeous colors for my latest crochet project—granny squares! I chose 100% mercerized cotton yarn in beautiful shades of yellow, orange, and brown, reflecting the warm and cozy tones of the season. 

Check out this yarn on Amazon! 

Using a 3.5 mm (E) crochet hook, the cotton's smooth texture brought out the vibrant fall hues perfectly, making each square a tiny celebration of autumn.

These granny squares are versatile, perfect for table runners, blankets, pillows, or even scarves, adding a touch of handmade warmth to your space as the weather cools down. 

I love how the classic granny square pattern allows the rich colors to shine and makes each stitch feel like a connection to the season’s beauty.

If you’d like to create your own, I’ve written a detailed pattern and filmed a step-by-step video tutorial to guide you through the process. Let’s crochet some autumn-inspired coziness together!

 

Written pattern (plus video tutorial) is available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops! 

Lacy Medallions Summer Shawl, Easy to Crochet, New Crochet Pattern and Video Tutorial

This lightweight crochet cotton shawl is a delicate and versatile accessory perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any summer outfit. It features an openwork design with rounds that look like medallions!

The shawl's texture is soft and smooth, offering both comfort and style! It's a perfect accessory for summer evenings, beach outings, or even special and formal occasions!

I made this shawl with YarnArt Begonia yarn, which is a fine, breathable, 100% mercerized cotton yarn.  It comes in a huge variety of colors, from neutral tones to vibrant hues! Choose the one that suits you best! 

Check out this yarn on Amazon! 

The shawl measures 55 inches wide and 22 inches long, and four skeins or 200 grams of yarn are needed!

The hook size is D (3.25 mm).

The written pattern (with the link to the detailed video tutorial) is available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops. 

If purchasing through Ravelry, you can use a coupon code MedallionsShawl to get 15% off. The coupon code will remain active till the end of the year 2024!  

Happy summer and happy crocheting! 

Crochet Lacy Motif for a Tablecloth, Table Runner, Bedspread, Summer Blouse, etc. Crochet Pattern and Video Tutorial

Summer is here, and I couldn't be happier! 

I always say summer is the best season of the year, and childhood is the best season of life! 

My boys are almost done with school, and we are looking forward to fully enjoying each and every summer day! 

My favorite things about summer are picnics and trips to the beach, wild flowers, summer dresses and hats, morning coffee on the balcony, fresh produce from my mom's garden and fresh honey from my dad's bees... 

And, of course, crocheting! 

Crocheting on the beach, crocheting at the park, crocheting on the balcony, crocheting at a coffee shop...

My choice of yarn for summer crochet is cotton! I love crocheting both with soft cotton and with mercerized cotton. 

Here is a small decorative piece that I made with a bit of leftover YarnArt Begonia yarn. 

Each motif has only three rounds. Very easy! The motifs are joined in the last round, and I also added a basic border of chain loops and single crochets. 

This is not a complex project, but look how cheerful and uplifting the finished result is. 

Just a bit of leftover yarn, a crochet hook, and some imagination and voila - a small decor piece to bring even more color and happiness to my summer! 

Blocking it made a big difference! People often ask me how I block my pieces. All I do is soaking it in water, squeezing it out, laying it flat on a towel and stretching and shaping my piece. Then just leaving it to dry!

What are your favorite things about summer? What kind of crochet projects you do? 

If you are interested in trying this simple motif, you can follow my tutorial on Youtube. 

If you prefer to have the pattern in written form, you can find it in my Etsy and Ravelry shops! 

Happy crocheting and happy summer!

Lacy Summer Scarf with Treble Shells, Crochet Pattern and Video Tutorial

Here in Northern California it already feels like summer! My favorite yarn to work with during hot summer months is 100% mercerized cotton, either category 2 or 3. 

I like crocheting light airy scarves and shawls in lacy designs. 

The first such scarf of this summer is worked with treble shells. 

The scarf has a beautiful soft drape! 

The skill level is advanced beginner! There are only two repeating rows in the pattern, which are easy to remember. The treble shells look lovely facing both up and down. 

On the ends of the scarf, I used double crochets for a simple, yet classy edge, which gives the scarf a sophisticated and finished look.

The yarn that I used for this scarf is YarnArt Begonia. This is a category 2, 100% mercerized cotton, which comes in a huge variety of beautiful colors. 

I order this yarn on Amazon! 

The hook size is D (3.25 mm)

 The written pattern for this scarf is available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops. 

And as always with my patterns, I also filmed a detailed video tutorial, which is available free on my Youtube channel. 

Crochet Cottagecore Lace Edging, Crochet Thread Size 3

Today I invite you to crochet with me a romantic, cottage core lacy trim or edging, which can be used for a variety of projects.

It can be added to the hem of a summer dress, to pillowcases and flat sheets; it can be used to decorate shelves, or for any other cottage style idea.

100% mercerized cotton thread size size 3 on Amazon.

Crochet hook size D (3.25 mm) on Amazon.

The written pattern is available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops.

I also have a very detailed video tutorial on Youtube.

Crochet Lacy Stitch for Spring and Summer Projects

Here in Northern California spring is already in the air! 

With the trees blooming and the vividly green color everywhere around, I was inspired to crochet a light lacy stitch, which would be perfect for spring and summer projects! 

The pattern is not as complicated as it seems!

The are only two repeating rows in the pattern, and the lacy stitch looks the same on both sides! 

I worked with 100% mercerized cotton thread size 3 and a hook size D (3.25 mm).

See this thread on Amazon! 

The written pattern is available in my Etsy and Ravelry shops! 

I also filmed a detailed tutorial, which you can watch for free on Youtube!