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This hands-on, friendly video is created and narrated by Master Crochet artist Evelyn Rainey. I will teach you how to crochet an Irish Rose with mercerized cotton thread and give a little history about how the Irish saved civilization with crochet. For intermediate learners. Please like and share. I'd love to read your comments (yes, there are cats in this one and a dog, too!) and look for more of my vids in this series. Developed, narrated, and crocheted by Evelyn Rainey. Produced by ShelteringTree.Earth, LLC. Music by Kevin McLeod. Cameos by Sarg, Solomon, Bella, and Harvey
How to Crochet Tunisian Rectangles
This hands-on, friendly video is created and narrated by Master Crochet artist Evelyn Rainey. I will teach you how to make a rectangle using the Tunisian stitch. For beginners and intermediate learners. Features Bella the Crochet Cat. Produced by ShelteringTree.Earth Music by Kevin McLeod Please like and share. I'd love to read your comments (yes, there are cats in this one, too!) and look for more of my vids in this series.
How to Crochet Granny Rectangles
This hands-on, friendly video is created and narrated by Master Crochet artist Evelyn Rainey. I will teach you how to make a rectangle of any size using the granny-style stitch. For beginners and intermediate learners. Produced by ShelteringTree.Earth Music by Kevin McLeod. Please like and share. I'd love to read your comments (yes, there are cats in this one, too!) and look for more of my vids in this series.
How to Crochet Basic Triangles
This hands-on, friendly video is created and narrated by Master Crochet artist Evelyn Rainey. I will teach you how to crochet a basic triangle and give you suggestions on how to use triangles in various projects. For beginners and intermediate learners. Produced by ShelteringTree.Earth Music by Kevin McLeod. Please like and share. I'd love to read your comments (yes, there are cats in this one, too!) and look for more of my vids in this series.
How to Crochet a Granny Triangle
This hands-on, friendly video is created and narrated by Master Crochet artist Evelyn Rainey. I will teach you how to make a triangle using the granny-style stitch. For beginners and intermediate learners. Produced by ShelteringTree.Earth Music by Kevin McLeod
Hands-on, easy to follow, and fun instructions by Master Crochet teacher Evelyn Rainey. Also included are ways to make caps of any size, what information should be tagged on the caps, and where and how to find places to receive your wonderful crochet caps. You should be able to crochet one complete cap by the end of this video! Part of a series of How-to-Crochet produced by ShelteringTree.Earth Music by Kevin McLeod.
Crochet a basic hexagon while watching this personal, hands-on instructional video by crochet master Evelyn Rainey. Hexagons can be used to create beautiful beehive afghans, stuffed toys, and blankets of all sizes -- in hexagon shape! Produced by ShelteringTree.Earth Music by Kevin McLeod
I asked BingAI what the three most important items a crocheter can make for the HOMELESS. Here is its response:
The three most important items a crochet group can make for homeless people are:
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Blankets: Blankets provide warmth and protection from the elements1. They can be made in various sizes, from lap blankets to full-sized ones2. The Interlocking Block Stitch (also known as Plaid or Leaping Stripes Block Stitch) is a quick and easy pattern for blankets that helps retain body heat2.
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Hats: Hats are essential for keeping the head warm, especially in cold weather13. There are many patterns available, including ones that can be completed quickly2.
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Scarves: Scarves provide warmth and can be made in various lengths and widths13. They are relatively quick to make and can be created in a variety of patterns2.
These items are not only practical but also affordable and durable, which are important considerations when making items for the homeless1. Other useful items include mittens, shawls, and cardigans234. It’s also important to consider the type of yarn used. Acrylic yarn is a popular choice due to its affordability, durability, and availability in various colors1. Remember, the goal is to provide comfort and protection to those in need. Happy crocheting! 🧶
NOTE FROM EVELYN: Acrylic is my go-to choice for yarns because it is cheap and hypoallergenic and washable and dryable and comes in so many wonderful colors; HOWEVER, acrylic yarn MELTS if exposed to fire. So Wool, Cotton, or other natural yarns are better for homeless who depend on fires for warmth.
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Sweat Pea Pod Swaddle
Sweet Pea Baby Pod
adapted by Evelyn Rainey © 2025
18 inches long by 9 inches wide (18 in diameter)
Medium weight yarn in greens
Size g or h crochet hook for one year; size f for newborn
US terminology
Chain 3, join in circle, chain 2
5 hdc into circle.
[Join with slipstitch to chain. Chain 2] This launching stitch [*] does not count as a stitch here and throughout.
ROW 1
2 dc in both loops of each stitch. (5 times; 10 stitches)
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ROW 2
1 dc in both loops of first stitch. 2 dc in both loops of next stitch. (5 times; 15 stitches)
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ROW 3
1 dc in both loops of next two stitches. 2 dc in both loops of next stitch. (5 times; 20 stitches)
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ROW 4
1 dc in both loops of next three stitches. 2 dc in both loops of next stitch. (5 times; 25 stitches)
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ROW 5
1 dc in both loops of next four stitches. 2 dc in both loops of next stitch. (5 times; 30 stitches)
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ROW 6
1 dc in both loops of next five stitches. 2 dc in both loops of next stitch. (5 times; 35 stitches)
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ROW 7
1 dc in both loops of next six stitches. 2 dc in both loops of next stitch. (5 times; 40 stitches)
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ROW 8
1 dc in both loops of next seven stitches. 2 dc in both loops of next stitch. (5 times; 45 stitches)
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Rows 9-24 (15 rows)
1 dc in each stitch. (45 stitches)
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ROW 25 (1/2 row)
1 sc in each stitch for 14 stitches, Chain 1, TURN
ROW 26 – 33 (8 rows)
1 dc in each stitch for 28 stitches. [*]
Row 34 (1/2 row)
1 sc in each stitch for 14 stitches.
Make the tendril:
Chain 21
1 sc in first chain from hook
1 sc in next 2 stitches
2 sc in next 7 stitches
2 hdc in next 7 stitches
2 dc in next remaining stitches
1 sc in last stitch. Go back and slipstitch through base of last stitch of row 34.
Make hood: With wrong sides together and the tendril outside, sc through all four loops of matched stitches. Continue crocheting the two sides together to the end of that section. 2 sc in the final closing stitch pair.
Border inside the opening:
Turn so you are working on the posts of the hood section (rows 26-33)
6 dc in first post. Sc in next post. 6 dc in next post. Sc in next post. 6 dc in next post. Sc in next post. 6 dc in next post. (4 shells).
sc-tog stitches of rows 24-25.
On Row 26: (6 dc in next stitch, skip a stitch. Sc in next stitch skip a stitch}. Repeat {} until you get back to the posts of the hood section (rows 25-35). (4 shells)
Sc-tog the 2 stitches of rows 24 and 25.
6 dc in next post. Sc in next post. 6 dc in next post. Sc in next post. 6 dc in next post. Sc in next post. 6 dc in last post. (4 shells)
Slipstitch and tie off and weave in.
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crocheted egg rattles
from Caring for Children Through Crochet by Evelyn Rainey (c) 2023 pp 114-117
Materials:
Plastic eggs
Non-toxic beads or beans (like lentil or black-eyed peas)
Size G, H, or J crochet hook
Various colors (remnants) of 3-weight yarns
Hot-glue gun and sticks
Eggs:
Place 1 teaspoon of non-toxic beads or beans inside one plastic egg. Hot glue the rim. Press and seal. Set aside until cool.
Do this for as many eggs as you want.
Crochet:
Chain 3, slip stitch into a circle.
Row 1: Chain 2. 12 DC in circle, slip stitch to the chain-2 (13 stitches in all)
Row 2: Chain 2, put 1 DC into both loops of each stitch of the previous row, slip stitch into chain-2.
Row 3: Chain 2. [Put 1 sc in both loops of stitch, put 2 sc in both loops of next stitch.] Repeat [ ] around. Slip stitch to chain-2.
Rows 4, 5, and 6: Chain 2. In back loop: 1 HDC in each stitch around, Slip stitch to chain-2.
Turn crochet so it is right-side out.
Choose an egg which matches or blends well with the yarn. Place egg inside crochet, bottom-side down.
Row 7: Chain 1. In both loops, [ Put 1 sc in both loops of stitch, decrease with 1 sc in both loops of next 2 stitches. ] Repeat [ ] around. Slip stitch to chain-1.
Gently shape the egg sack around the egg.
Eighth (Last) row: chain 1. Hook 3 more stitches through both loops. Yarn over and pull through 4 loops on hook. Hook 4 more stitches through both loops. Yarn over and pull through 5 loops on hook. Hook 2 more stitches through both loops. Yarn over and pull through 3 loops on hook. Chain 1. Finish off. Weave tail between crochet and egg.
To tie on yarn, crochet so the knot is under the fabric.
Repeat for each egg.
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