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  • A Tiny Crochet Bag That Actually Holds Its Shape
    Crochet Bag & Accessoire Beginner Friendly
    By Maisie •

    A Tiny Crochet Bag That Actually Holds Its Shape

    Some crochet bags look adorable in photos and then slouch the minute you put your phone inside. This one doesnโ€™t. Itโ€™s worked in single crochet with 2 mm macramรฉ cord, so the fabric comes out dense, structured, and ready for everyday use. The little flap closes with a metal bag lock, and the handle is…

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  • Amuseable Acorn Crochet Pattern (Free, Beginner-Friendly Amigurumi)
    No Sew Crochet Easy Seamless
    By Maisie •

    Amuseable Acorn Crochet Pattern (Free, Beginner-Friendly Amigurumi)

    If youโ€™ve ever scrolled past those smiling little โ€œamuseableโ€ plushies and thought, I need one of those on my shelf, this acorn is for you. Itโ€™s round, squishy, and a little goofy, with a bumpy cap, a tiny stem, and two stubby feet that keep it standing upright. The best part is the cap. Instead…

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  • Tunisian Crochet Bag Tutorial: One Easy Stitch, So Many Possibilities
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    Tunisian Crochet Bag Tutorial: One Easy Stitch, So Many Possibilities

    Have you ever looked at Tunisian crochet and thought, “That looks way too complicated for me”? I hear you. That dense, woven-looking fabric seems to belong to people who have been crocheting for years. Here’s the good news: Tunisian crochet is much easier than it looks. And once you learn one simple stitch pattern, you…

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    • By Maisie
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    No-Sew Cow Amigurumi: Free Video Tutorial for Beginners

    Some projects make you smile before you even finish them. This no-sew cow amigurumi is one of those. It has a round, squishy body, a sweet little face, and a shape that practically begs to be hugged. And here’s the best part: you don’t have to sew a single piece. If you’ve ever finished a…

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    • By Maisie
  • No-Sew Crochet Spider Tutorial
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    No-Sew Crochet Spider Tutorial

    Meet the cutest little spider you will ever crochet. Soft, round, and just a bit fuzzy, this tiny amigurumi is the kind of project that makes people say “wait, you made that?” And the best part: it is made with no sewing at all. No attaching legs, no wobbly pieces, no stressful assembly at the…

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    • By Maisie
  • No-Sew Crochet Mochi Cat (Free Video Tutorial)
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    No-Sew Crochet Mochi Cat (Free Video Tutorial)

    Round, soft, and impossibly cute: meet the mochi cat. This little crochet kitty is made almost entirely in one piece, so you can skip the sewing and go straight to the fun part. If you love chubby amigurumi that look like they belong on a cozy shelf, this one is for you. It is quick,…

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    • By Maisie
  • Cute No-Sew Crochet Rat (Free Video Tutorial)
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    Cute No-Sew Crochet Rat (Free Video Tutorial)

    Meet your next favorite little crochet buddy: a sweet, pocket-sized rat that is worked almost entirely in one piece. No sewing, no wobbly limbs, and no frustrating assembly at the end. If you have ever finished an amigurumi only to dread the sewing part, this project is for you. With the no-sew method, you build…

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    • By Maisie
  • No Sew Crochet Crab Pattern (Free Amigurumi Tutorial)
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    No Sew Crochet Crab Pattern (Free Amigurumi Tutorial)

    Meet the tiniest, cutest beach buddy you’ll ever hook. This no sew crochet crab comes together in about 20 minutes, and the best part is that the claws and legs are crocheted right into the body. No attaching limbs, no wonky stitching, no tedious finishing. Once you’ve made one, you’ll want a whole crab family.…

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    • By Maisie
  • Crochet Phone Bag with Shell Stitch and Butterflies
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    Crochet Phone Bag with Shell Stitch and Butterflies

    Some projects are practical. Some are pretty. And once in a while, you find one that is both, and this crochet phone bag is exactly that. Picture a little openwork pouch made of soft scalloped shells, hanging from a string of pearls, with two tiny butterflies fluttering at the bottom. It looks like something you’d…

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    • By Maisie
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Hi honey! Welcome to my cozy craft corner.

I’m Maisie Miller, a 62-year-old grandmother from the American Midwest who has spent over 40 years with a hook in my hands and yarn on my lap. While I cherish traditional time-tested stitches, I also adore blogging! I created Maisie Crochet to share my favorite free, beginner-friendly written patterns with makers all across America and beyond.

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