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  • Folding Craft Show Shelves Tutorial
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    Folding Craft Show Shelves Tutorial

    This is a free tutorial for making DIY folding craft show shelves written by Candace of T&C Crafters. This tutorial includes full directions to make these folding craft show shelves and links to all the necessary materials.

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  • Five Tips for Planning for a Successful Year of Crochet Markets
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    Five Tips for Planning for a Successful Year of Crochet Markets

    If you are excited to start your year off right…

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    20 Halloween Crochet Patterns Perfect for Selling at Markets

    I have put together a collection of 20 Halloween crochet patterns that are perfect for selling at markets or online. While I haven’t worked up all these patterns myself, I have taken care to only pull together high-quality patterns that I thought looked like great market-sellers. My hope is that this list will help you plan out your busy Halloween market season and make some cute new designs that are sure to be your next best seller!

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  • Lion Amigurumi
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    Lion – Crochet Pattern Review

    Jungle animals have been some of my best-sellers lately, so I was super excited to try out the lion pattern. With the popularity of jungle animals as favorites for kids, making a few of these lions for your next market is a no-brainer! Not only would a large lion make the perfect statement piece, but you will be sure to sell some to some lion-loving kiddos!

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  • Guinea Pig – Crochet Pattern Review
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    Guinea Pig – Crochet Pattern Review

    As a contributor for the EyeLoveKnots blog, sometimes I get super cool opportunities! Recently, Alexandra (the amazing crochet designer and blogger behind EyeLoveKnots, Cre8tion Crochet, and OnRockwoodLane) reached out to me about receiving an early release copy of Lauren Espy’s newest book, Animal Amigurumi Adventures Vol. 2: 15 (More!) Crochet Patterns to Create Adorable Amigurumi Critters from Blue Star Press. Of course, I said yes in a heartbeat!

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  • Easy Crochet Flower Rattle – Crochet Pattern Review
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    Easy Crochet Flower Rattle – Crochet Pattern Review

    I am absolutely in love with how cute these little crochet flower rattles turned out, and I am already in the process of making up a whole garden of them to sell at my next craft show. Each flower works up quickly with minimal materials, and they make the perfect little baby gift either individually or in a larger set.

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  • Crochet Crab Pattern Review
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    Crochet Crab Pattern Review

    The Mr. Crab pattern is a super cute, free crochet crab pattern that creates a hexagonal body and really puts an emphasis on claws that are ready-to-pinch. This pattern was easy to follow and worked up nicely! In my pattern review below, you can find more details about this pattern, as well as some adaptations I made to the pattern to meet my customer’s requests and my personal preferences.

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  • Super Speedy Crocheted Car Coasters – Free Crochet Pattern
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    Super Speedy Crocheted Car Coasters – Free Crochet Pattern

    This is a free crochet pattern and tutorial to make…

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  • 20 Free Mini Crochet Patterns Perfect for Market Prep
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    20 Free Mini Crochet Patterns Perfect for Market Prep

    Ready for the ultimate market prep resource? This round-up of 20 free mini crochet patterns is sure to up your game for your next market! Complete with free printables and all the links you need to get started, this is a must-read!

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  • Ice Cream Cone Amigurumi
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    Ice Cream Cone Amigurumi Big & Mini – Crochet Pattern Review

    This is a crochet pattern review of the Ice Cream Amigurumi Big & Little by Stringy DingDing. You can find all the details about where to find this pattern, how the pattern works up, and how to package these adorable ice cream cones below.

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We have been prepping like crazy for the Spring Ma We have been prepping like crazy for the Spring Market at @grayapplemarket coming up next weekend! We can't wait to share some of our new items with you at the event, including these adorable new earrings designs by Lou Ann! 

Can't make it to the market? Items will be added to our website after next weekend. If you can't wait, just send us a message and we will get you what you need! 

#bookish #bookstagram #bows #bowearrings🎀 #bookearrings
Check out our little slice of happiness at @mayfie Check out our little slice of happiness at @mayfieldandcompany in Hamburg, PA 🌷🌻🌷
Teacher Appreciation Week is quickly coming up, so Teacher Appreciation Week is quickly coming up, so now is the perfect time to make a cute stuffed pencil for a teacher in your life or your upcoming markets! 

This no-sew pencil pattern by @knotsmerryyarn is a super quick and easy make that is absolutely adorable! You can read all about it in my crochet pattern review on the EyeLoveKnots blog! @eyeloveknots_cre8tioncrochet 

Bonus: You are supporting a teacher by purchasing this pattern! 👩🏻‍🏫

#pencil #crochet #teacher #teacherappreciationweek🍎✏️📚
I'm so excited to share with you that the archived I'm so excited to share with you that the archived collection from @madelinemaeco is coming to the T&C Crafters blog! The Belly Friend Giraffe pattern (my personal favorite) is the first one up, and you can now find it as a free crochet pattern right on the blog! 

My goal is to keep these amazing patterns coming at you! If you follow Madeline Mae Co., what pattern do you want to see go live next?? 

Thank you so much to Madeline for this opportunity! 

#crochet #tandccrafters #madelinemaeco #freecrochetpattern #crochetmarketprep
Hop on into @mayfieldandcompany to get some handma Hop on into @mayfieldandcompany to get some handmade Easter Bunny baskets and mini Easter baskets! Each basket is handmade and can be used year after year! They are all stuffed with candy and toys for Easter, so they make the perfect last-minute gift! 

While you're there, be sure to also pick up our last pair of Easter Bunny dangle earrings! 

Not in the Hamburg area, but still wanting to get some of these cuties? Message us to order for pick up or delivery in the Harrisburg/Hershey area! 

#easter #easterbunny #eastergift #easterbasket
Ahh, it's finally spring! I'm so excited to be m Ahh, it's finally spring! 

I'm so excited to be market prepping for my upcoming spring shows! 

What are you making to get ready?? 

#marketprep #tandccrafters #crochetmarket
It's almost spring!!! 🌼 🌱 I don't know about you, It's almost spring!!! 🌼 🌱 I don't know about you, but I am loving the increased sunshine! 🌞Just what I needed to get out of the winter funk! 

Get yourself and your home ready for spring so you can get to the real fun - market prepping! 

My brand new pattern, the Criss-Cross Dishcloth, is now live and today's feature for the Cozy Spring Home Blog Hop by @measuredandstitched Come check it out and get the free PDF! 

#tandccrafters #dishcloth #crochet #freecrochetpattern
When I first started my business, I started out by When I first started my business, I started out by putting some of my items on display in my family's flower shop. It's been about ten years now, and it's so surreal to see my work in not one, but two small businesses! 

If you are looking for some crocheted toys and accessories, be sure to stop by our spaces at Expressive Avenue in Lancaster, PA and Mayfield and Company in Hamburg, PA! 

For those of you that have your own businesses, what experiences have you had with getting your items in stores? 

@mayfieldandcompany @expressive_avenue
Loving my new hook grip from @ruthlessdynamics @ru Loving my new hook grip from @ruthlessdynamics @ruthless.crochet 

I am normally a super tense crocheter, but the added length and wider base of the grip helps to loosen my tension, making it easier to crochet longer without getting tired! 

In addition to the pretty colors, I also love that the flat bottom allows the hook to stand up when it's not in use. I highly recommend trying out one of these hook grips! 

I'm using a 4.5 Susan Bates hook with my 4.5 grip :) 

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Such a sweet, silly goose! @oakandmarlow kicked Such a sweet, silly goose! 

@oakandmarlow kicked it out of the park again with this one! The Marjorie Goose pattern is such a fun, no-sew pattern to work up, and I love the little accessories that are included in the pattern! 

You can find my full review of this pattern over on the Eye Love Knots blog! 

What's your favorite way to dress up Marjorie Goose? 

#sillygoose #goose #crochet
This trend was too cute not to do! It's amazing This trend was too cute not to do! 

It's amazing thinking back to how far this crocheting journey has taken me! While I have been crafting and selling at a small business my whole life, I didn't learn to crochet until I was in my 20's! It would be so fun to be able to go back and talk to this version of me! 

What would you tell your younger self about your crochet journey? 

#thisiswho #smallbusiness #crochetjourney
Come along with me as I open up my new crochet hoo Come along with me as I open up my new crochet hooks from @ruthlessdynamics by @ruthless.crochet 

I am so excited to try out these absolutely gorgeous ergonomic crochet hook holders, ami sticks, stitch markers, and yarn needles! 

What tool is your favorite? 

#crochet #marketprep #crochetaddict #crochetcommunity
Head on over to @thecrochetvillage today to find t Head on over to @thecrochetvillage today to find the link for my Super Speedy Crocheted Car Coasters pattern! Not only can you get the pattern download today, but you also get printable packaging options!! 

#scrapyarn #carcoaster #freecrochetpattern
So excited to share that you can now find out hand So excited to share that you can now find out handmade crocheted items at @mayfieldandcompany in Hamburg, PA! We are over the moon about expanding to another store! 

#shoplocal #shophamburg #shophandmade
All re-stocked at @expressive_avenue in Lancaster, All re-stocked at @expressive_avenue in Lancaster, PA! 

We stocked up on some baby items and new items for spring! Come check them out and #shopsmall !
Shouting Happy Birthday to the quilter, the busine Shouting Happy Birthday to the quilter, the business partner, the stand-watcher, the nurse, the wielder of the tiny crochet hook, and most importantly, the matriarch of our family - Lou Ann (aka Grammy)! 

After retiring, she decided to start sewing for fun and joining me at shows selling her sewn baby items and kid's accessories alongside me. After a while, she has started to realize the fun in making microcrochet creations -especially earrings! 

Now as a full part of T&C Crafters, you can find fun accessories made by Lou Ann, including earrings, bookmarks, and key chains, at all our booths and shows! Swipe to see some of her gorgeous work through the years! 

Thanks for all you do for me and our family - this business would not be the same without your support! 

Be sure to comment and wish Lou Ann a very special (milestone) birthday!!
After rounding up so many cute goose patterns, I h After rounding up so many cute goose patterns, I had to try one out for myself! First up was the Marjorie Goose pattern by @oakandmarlow! 

I love how cute this little goose turned out using Ella Rae Cuddle yarn from @yarncraftsandcoffee! I think the hats really add the perfect touch too! 

What's your favorite hat?
Now on the blog - all the silliest and adorable li Now on the blog - all the silliest and adorable little goose crochet patterns you didn't know you needed! 

Check out this curated collection of goose crochet patterns from Etsy! 

#sillygoose #crochetbestseller #crochetersofinstagram
I think the Finn Bear and the baby mod are quickly I think the Finn Bear and the baby mod are quickly becoming some of my favorite makes! It's amazing how much these cuties can be customized! 

You can find my pattern review of the adorable Finn Bear by the talented @oakandmarlow on the @eyeloveknots_cre8tioncrochet blog! 

#crochetpattern #FinnBear #oakandmarlow #fablecollection #teddybear
So excited for my new bullet journal from @summerd So excited for my new bullet journal from @summerdaycrochet 

This journal is so cute and has me so ready to make all the things so I can log them! The quality is amazing and it comes in the most adorable packaging! 10/10 recommend!! 

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