Bubbles & Clusters Mini – Guest Post by EcoMinded Stitches

About Krystal of EcoMinded Stitches

Krystal is the maker and designer behind Eco-Minded Stitches. She and her family reside in Michigan. She is a stay-at-home mom to her two daughters. When she’s not crocheting he also enjoys baking, reading, gardening, dark chocolate and bubbly water. She learned to crochet on a short weekend trip out of state in 2015. Since then, Krystal has been perfecting her crochet stitches and techniques. She enjoys making items for the home to support sustainable living.

Krystal’s Inspiration

I designed this while one day doing dishes. I knew I wanted texture yet simple stitches. I also knew I wanted something to fit in my hands and be effective with the dishes as well.

A raised stitch came to mind and that is how the name came about. At that moment in time I didn’t know the name of the stitch because I hadn’t worked with it much before so I researched raised stitches and settled on a cluster stitch for this project. Since I was working in the bubbles when this idea struck me I also knew I had to include that in the name as well.

Bubbles and Clusters it is!

The Design

Y’all know how much I enjoy eco friendly materials and reducing waste inside the home so this project is perfect!
Shhh…there’s a trick to this pattern. NO CHAINS. YES! You read that right. NO CHAINS. Turning only. As an experienced crocheter this idea had never occurred to me. After consulting a more experienced crocheter than I she introduced me to the idea. I was hesitant at first however, it all worked out in the end. THANK YOU!

The Yarn

I made this with Lily Sugar N Cream worsted weight cotton. I enjoy these brands of cotton as they are easily found at local craft stores such as Michael’s or JoAnn’s. Walmart has a brand called Peaches and Cream cotton yarn too! I enjoy these brands because they are so readily available and are cost effective.

Depending on what type of yarn you used to make this project you could gift this as a spa set or trio as well. Softer cotton yarn brands such as Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton and Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton are excellent choices. These brands are also readily available at local craft stores such as JoAnns and Michael’s.

I used the color called overcast in Lily Sugar N Cream cotton yarn to make this for my kitchen. I decided on an I- 5.5mm hook as well. This is a quick project. I completed my sample in 35 minutes or so.

The stitches used in this pattern are chain, cluster stitch, double crochet, half double crochet and single crochet. I have explained how the cluster stitch works within the pattern so you are able to complete this project with ease. I have also had this pattern tested by other designers and experienced crocheters to make extra sure that it’s readable and legible.

Availability

You can purchase this pattern on Ravelry and Etsy.

I am so excited to be participating in Trista’s very first ever blog hop!

I enjoy designing patterns that fit everyone’s lifestyle and others enjoy making.

I would love to see what you have created! Be sure to use the hashtag #ecomindedstitches and tag me @eco.minded.stitches on Instagram.

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