Royal Blue & Gold Floral Crochet Table Runner

Materials Use the same yarn weight throughout. Finished size depends on your yarn, tension, and number of motifs. US terms ch = chainsl st = slip stitchsc = single crochethdc = half double crochetdc = double crochetinc = 2 stitches…

Blue & Silver Christmas Spiral Ornaments

Materials Use embroidered eyes instead of plastic eyes for a fully stitched finish. US crochet terms ch = chain; sl st = slip stitch; sc = single crochet; hdc = half double crochet; dc = double crochet; inc = 2…

Emerald & Cream Crochet Spiral

Materials US terms: ch = chain, sc = single crochet, hdc = half double crochet, dc = double crochet. 1. Foundation — emerald Ch 62 loosely. 2. Create the curl — emerald Work 3 dc into the third chain from…

Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Creamy Gravy

Ingredients Instructions 1. Season the pork chopsPat the pork chops dry. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. 2. Sear the meatHeat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the…

Crochet Santa Spiral Ornament

Skill level: IntermediateFinished length: Approx. 45–55 cm Materials Abbreviations:MR = magic ring, ch = chain, sc = single crochet, inc = increase, dec = decrease, sl st = slip stitch, hdc = half double crochet, dc = double crochet. 1.…

Daisy Granny Square Christmas Tree

An original, untested pattern inspired by the photo. It recreates the layered flower squares, miniature baubles, cream bow, and star topper. Materials Use ordinary cotton for the gold-colored crochet pieces; metallic thread can be added to their edges. US terms…

Christmas Star Spiral Crochet Ornament

An original pattern inspired by the photo; the exact stitches in the pictured ornament may differ. Materials US crochet terms ch = chain · sl st = slip stitch · sc = single crochet · hdc = half double crochet…

Homemade Strawberry Lemonade

Ingredients Instructions Storage: Keep in clean, covered bottles in the refrigerator and use within 3–4 days. This is a fresh drink, not a shelf-stable bottled preserve. For a sparkling version, replace the final 2 cups of water with chilled sparkling…

Crochet Lavender Baby Dragon Pattern

Materials: DK/cotton yarn in lavender, cream, pink and white, 2.5–3 mm crochet hook, safety eyes, stuffing, yarn needle, stitch marker. Abbreviations: MR = magic ring, sc = single crochet, inc = increase, dec = decrease, sl st = slip stitch,…

Crispy Baked Cauliflower Bites

Ingredients For the Cauliflower For Serving Instructions Tips Conclusion These crispy cauliflower bites are golden on the outside, tender inside, and packed with savory Parmesan and garlic flavor. They’re perfect as an appetizer, snack, side dish, or party finger food…