AVA Cosmetic Pouch - FREE Pattern

I'm so happy to share with you this design I created for Hobbii Yarn, which is now available for FREE (here)!

When Hobbii approached me asking if I would be interested in creating some Tapestry Crochet patterns for them, I just couldn't believe it. 

I've been designing for 4 years now, selling my patterns in my Etsy shop and dreaming of creating patterns for yarn companies, crochet magazines or even writing a book. I never imagined though that I would actually have the opportunity to make one of these dreams come true and I'm truly thankful for Hobbii to have made it possible!

I'm also really thrilled because it means that I will be able to create patterns that will be FREE for you!

RUBY DIAMOND - free tapestry crochet pattern

Hello everyone!

I know I've been a little bit absent of the virtual world, but I really needed some time to refocus and enjoy crocheting again! I was getting caught by the stress of social media performance, which was putting me into a creative rut, making me loose sight of why I started crocheting in the first place and taking the fun out of it all.

I started learning tapestry crochet because it appeared to me as a beautiful, intricate and challenging crochet technique. I immediatly fell in love with it, with all the creative possibilities, like a whole new world in front of me. I hoped that with my work I would be able to bring more peolple into trying and loving tapestry crochet. Now, I'm slowly getting my crojo back and one of my resolutions is to create some FREE PATTERNS. That way I can really share with you my journey and what I've learned and still am learning!

Tapestry Crochet Cactus Pattern

Since I've seen some adorable amigurumi cactus, that just melted my heart, I'm in a gigantic cactus crush! I finally got to design a cactus related pattern and I must say it wasn't easy to make those little cactus shapes. But now that I managed to figure it out I already have some more ideas to try out soon! 

Is there anyone else with a cactus crush?? If so, then I think this pattern is perfect for you!

Blue Ombré Pattern

I've wanted for a while to do some ombré pattern. I love the gradient effect and I think that the tapestry technique is ideal for it. I had a lot of different shades of blue, cause let's face it, it's my favourite color, so I decided it was just perfect for the design.

I didn't wanted to do a basic stripe gradient even if I love them, specially in blankets. As usual, I needed to spice it up and create somethig a bit more intricate (as if tapestry crochet isn't challenging enough) and came up with spikes that makes me think of mountains in the horizon.

Always loyal to Katia's Mississippi 3 yarn with 3 shades of blue plus off white and a simple white zipper for the closure with no lining.

This pouch is approximately H - 15 cm/5,9 inches; W - 21 cm/8,2 inches.

You can use it as you want. As a clutch, as a cosmetic bag that you can use at home or to carry with you in your daily purse. 

If you love to craft and crochet, this pouch can carry a lot of hooks, needles and other crafting materials!

I think that this one would look so beautiful with any color but I really want to make another one (sometime in the future) with a black/gray/white gradient!

If you'd like to give this pattern a try, it's available at my Etsy Shop. 

The PDF has a total of 10 pages, including the cover, where you'll find a beginner friendly english tutorial with instructions and pictures that will walk you through the making of the pouch. Nonetheless, you NEED to know the basics of crocheting.

If you are a more experienced crocheter you'll be able to go directly to the written pattern and tapestry chart.

You can also follow me on Facebook, Instagram (@thestoryofamulberry) and Pinterest to see beautiful crochet goodies, sneak peeks of my work in progress, giveaways and hopefully be inspired.

See you soon,

The Story of a Mulberry

Tapestry Granny Square - Crochet Pouch Pattern

Granny Squares are one of the favorite designs of crocheters. They are usually used to do blankets or cushion covers but you can do anything you like. There are lots and lots of different patterns for granny squares online along with amazing crocheted projects made with them.

I was so inspired by all those creative projects I've seen that I challenged myself to design a Tapestry Granny Square pattern.