Granny Square Napkin Envelope

Ya' know, in a previous post I mentioned how I did not know if it was appropriate

 to gift a crocheter with a crocheted gift or not.

Well, I'm here to tell you that as far as this crocheter (me) goes it is not only appropriate,

but very well received and appreciated.

💓💓💓

 Look at what the lovely Sandra in Switzerland of the

Reflections and Nature Blog sent to me:

Oh my, you can only imagine my joy and delight in receiving this gift from afar!

 Sandra has carefully coordinated the colors with my home and style,

and she made this incredible photo collage, as well:

She's a talented crocheter and photographer.

  I 💓 it so much!

It's absolutely perfect. 

Thank you so much Sandra!

And to all of you,

thank you for stopping by and 

Warmly,

Astri

The Mitered Blossom Dishcloth | Featured on Crochet News

Extra, extra read all about it (please).
The Mitered Blossom Dishcloth Crochet Pattern
has been featured at
crochet-news.com
as one of their favorite dishcloth patterns.
I am so excited!!!

Please check out the post
by clicking here.
There's a lot of good crochet news going on over there, as well.

Also, as a reminder, the pattern can be found at the
Apple Blossom Dreams
Etsy shop by clicking here.

I love these dishcloths for any time gift-giving.

These Mitered Blossom Dishcloths are so fun to make, keep and to gift. 

The pattern includes dozens upon dozens of step-by-step photos, as well as a shortened version 
AND four video links for extra added assistance. 

Once you make a few for yourself you will likely find your friends and family requesting them. 

The really great thing about using these as a dishcloth is that, after use,
 simply rinse and wring them thoroughly
 then hang them from a hook by the sink or from the faucet
 with that convenient handle; 

a drying technique keeps them smelling fresh and resisting germs.

These were crocheted in Scheepjes Catona yarn.
Clicking here will direct you to where you can purchase a beautiful 

yarnpack from Wool Warehouse . 
This yarn keeps its color longer than any other yarn I have used for dishcloths in the past.

These dishcloths have been a real hit among those who have received them as gifts,
 especially with the added thoughtfulness of coordinating the colors with the recipient's kitchen,
 or paired with a bar soap or liquid soap. 

This has been the most fun I've had writing a pattern!

It filled the "Koselig Hekler Hus" with lots of

Warmly,

Astri

Granny Rose Heart Pillow | Crochet Pattern

There's not a whole lot that says "I Love You" like a 

Heart-Shaped Granny Rose Pillow!

🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍

And now you can make one just in time for St. Valentine's Day,

for that loved one...or for yourself, who is hopefully a loved one, as well.

2025 UPDATE:

The pattern is available at the Apple Blossom Dreamz Etsy shop

and can be found by clicking here.

The pattern includes the "La Vie en Rose Border" pattern but can be purchased separately

 in my Etsy shop by clicking here

The yarn is Stylecraft Special DK or Scheepjes Colour Crafter,

please click on this link and it will take you to sources to purchase this yarn.

Also, check out this lovely start to the heart pillow by

Sandra at the

Reflections and Nature Blog :

She's a talented crocheter and photographer,

and she's my friend. 

🎕🎕🤍🎕🎕

The pattern includes a red version as well, 

but I wanted to give the pink one all the attention for now

 and will post about the red one later this week.

Here's a sneak peek:

Until then,

Warmly,

Astri

Granny Rose Pillow Remix | Pattern Link with Modifcations

New Year ~ New Project!

 Working on a couple of pillows to brighten up the studio/guest room.
Picture these with pom-poms.

🌸🌞🌸

 I dusted off the old Granny Rose Crochet Pattern
 from nearly a decade ago and did a little remix:

2025 UPDATE:

The Granny Rose Pom Pom Cushions pattern

is available on Etsy by click here.

Designer: Astri Elisabeth

Pattern: Based on the Granny Rose Afghan with *modification below.
(Please click here for that pattern.)
Yarn: Yarnsmiths Create DK, Scheepjes Colour Crafter, or Stylecraft Special DK
(Please click here if you would like to purchase yarn.)

 Luckily I had a couple of 16" x 16" pillow forms.

All this yarn is from my stash...
New Years Resolution:
See how long can I go without purchasing more yarn.
Pom-poms with a Ta-da coming soon!

*Omit one granny row for a smaller square, but be sure to include bonus hdc row.

Warmly,

Astri

Poinsettia Crochet Pattern | Color Variations | Cyber Monday Sale

Are you all preparing for the holidays?

So how about some crocheted 

POINSETTIAS

(in a variety of colors)
with a little help from

Apple Blossom Dreams

and the crochet pattern that can be found in the

Etsy shop by clicking here

There are so many possibilities with these festive flowers:

Use as gift toppers for festive candles.

Bunting or Garland

 Laying around looking pretty

Ornaments (or earrings?)

Oh and wouldn't they make a gift bag embellishment?

     

Or a little gift bag with a few of these as a gift for someone else to decorate their packages.

These flowers are so fun to make, keep and to gift. 

The pattern includes dozens of step-by-step photos, as well as a shortened version 

AND two video links for extra added assistance. 

Once you make a few for yourself you will likely find your friends and family requesting them. 

These were crocheted in Scheepjes Catona yarn.

Clicking here will direct you to where you can purchase this beautiful yarn

that comes in every color imaginable. 

Happy Holidays and

Warmly,

Astri

Poinsettia (in-the-round) | Crochet Pattern

It's never too soon to prepare for the holidays for us

 "Makers"

as we need plenty of time for making!

So let's make some crocheted 

POINSETTIAS

with a little help from

Apple Blossom Dreams

and the crochet pattern that can be found in the

Etsy shop by clicking here.

There are so many possibilities with these festive flowers:

Bunting or Garland

 Laying around looking pretty

Ornaments (or earrings?)

Oh and wouldn't they make a lovely present topper?

     

How about some early holiday gift giving preparation?

These flowers so fun to make, keep and to gift. 

The pattern includes dozens of step-by-step photos, as well as a shortened version 

AND two video links for extra added assistance. 

Once you make a few for yourself you will likely find your friends and family requesting them. 

These were crocheted in Scheepjes Catona yarn.

Clicking here will direct you to where you can purchase this beautiful yarn

that comes in every color imaginable. 

Happy Early Holidays and

Warmly,

Astri

Farmhouse Rose Afghan Revisited

Since our return from Scandinavia in June there has been a lot of "settling in" happening at the

 "Koselig Hekler Hus"

🏠🏠🏠🏠🏠

And that includes the rearranging of crocheted items, of course. 😉

So the Farmhouse Rose Afghan was moved from the porch to the master bedroom.

🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

Additionally, various red, white, and blue items were gathered from other areas of the home

to create a color-coordinated crochet inspired space

and

a trip to IKEA for blue and white bed linens really

pulled the look together.

"Fresh and Flowery" 

is what I was going for. 

The crochet pattern can be found on Etsy by clicking here.

The pattern includes 20 pages of step-by-step instructions, 

with dozens of photos.

Sometimes, still, the afghan ends up on the back porch,

where it coordinates with the 

"Farmhouse Rose Barn Quilt"

The barn quilt design was inspired by the afghan:

and

a barn quilt has been installed on the front and back of our home.

It welcomes crocheters to the

"Koselig Hekler Hus"

and I welcome you to lots of

Warmly,

Astri