The Only Cactus You Want To Snuggle With

by IraRott // August 30, 2018 // No Comments

Here is our new friend – Snuggles the Cactus. Unlike other cacti, Snuggles is not pokey and he won’t hurt you…he is actually very soft, cuddly, and squishy, the opposite of what a cactus is. Snuggles is the only cactus... Continue reading →

Joining-As-You-Go With Slip Stitch

by IraRott // August 16, 2018 // No Comments

I am often asked about how I design and write my patterns…There is no easy answer to this question as each pattern is a unique creation, which starts with an idea that I carry in my heart for weeks, months,... Continue reading →

Crochet Animal Rugs Book Release Update

by IraRott // August 2, 2018 // 1 Comment

I can’t believe that there are only a few days left before my NEW book “Crochet Animal Rugs” is officially released! If you already preordered it, Amazon will start shipping books August 7 – August 14 (depending on locations). The... Continue reading →

Join-As-You-Go With Arches

by IraRott // July 13, 2018 // No Comments

There are many different JAYGO techniques for joining granny squares or other crochet motifs. I have previously written about Join-As-You-Go with picot and Join-As-You-Go with single crochet…so here is another method I often use – Join-As-You-Go with arches. Using this method, we... Continue reading →

Crochet Animal Rugs Book

by IraRott // June 26, 2018 // 6 Comments

I am so excited to finally be able to share our big news – I wrote a book! …And it’s now available for pre-order on Amazon! It took over a year to complete this work, but I am extremely happy with the... Continue reading →

Bubbles The Turtle Blanket

by IraRott // June 8, 2018 // 1 Comment

Some days I wish I was a turtle on a warm sandy beach…and now is the perfect time to go to the beach to crochet! I love to crochet blankets in spring & summer because I usually have more time... Continue reading →

IraRott Crochet Community

by IraRott // June 1, 2018 // No Comments

Hello crafty friends, we have some exciting news for you! Yes, that’s right, IraRott Crochet Community facebook group is finally up and running! So, please join us to share your finished projects, interact with fellow crocheters, and most importantly –... Continue reading →

Pinky The Piggy Pattern Collection

by IraRott // May 18, 2018 // 3 Comments

One little pig is so much fun but two or three cute piggies are better than one! I was really inspired to create a piggy collection this year…so here it is, my third piggy pattern in 2018, I just love... Continue reading →

Oscar The French Bulldog

by IraRott // April 25, 2018 // No Comments

Bonjour, may I introduce our NEW big amigurumi – Oscar The French Bulldog! This is another fun project from my favorite Bernat Blanket yarn by Yarnspirations…soft, squashy, and BIG! Oscar is approximately 35” (88.9 cm) tall. If the finished size is... Continue reading →

Josefina and Jeffery Crochet Elephant Pillow 2018 Pattern Update

by IraRott // March 22, 2018 // 7 Comments

Pattern update alert – Our 2018 version of Josefina & Jeffery Elephant Pillow Pattern has just been released, so please check your emails for free update if you purchased this pattern before. WHAT’S NEW? Modern Pattern Template – IraRott 2018... Continue reading →