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Hello Reader ๐Ÿ’•๐ŸŒธ

There is SO much to talk about today โ€” a brand new pattern, a brand NEW community (I'm still pinching myself over this one!), and a fun crochet summit on the horizon. ๐ŸŽ‰

๐Ÿงถ New Pattern: DC All Day Ear Flap Beanieโ€‹
The first of many new patterns coming this fall just hit the blog โ€” free written instructions AND a full video tutorial showing you how to add simple, quick ear flaps to the DC All Day Beanie. It's beginner-friendly, works up fast, and comes in 10 sizes so you can make one for the whole family. Free crochet pattern: https://nanascraftyhome.com/crochet-hat-with-ear-flaps-pattern/โ€‹

๐ŸŽ‰ A Brand New Community!โ€‹
I've been dreaming about this for a while โ€” a space that's truly mine, where you and I can actually talk, where I can answer your questions and we can cheer each other on, without some algorithm deciding whether you even see my posts. Well, it's here! You can join the Nana's Crafty Home Community for free, and I'll be right there with you from here on out. I can't wait to see you inside!

While you're there, don't miss the sneak peek of what's coming this fall โ€” I'm turning my Wildlife Animal Squares into the most adorable hats using the brand new DC All Day Ear Flap as the base. Take a peek here: https://community.raptive.com/nanascraftyhome/sneak-peek-wildlife-animal-ear-flap-hats/136970/postโ€‹

Mosaic Crochet Summit Announcement!

Plus Iโ€™m excited to share the Mosaic Crochet Summit with you - find all the details about this free event below ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿป

It's a bit cooler this week in Kansas (yay!) and I am still adding some additional touches to my fall decor around the house. I love how the house looks decorated for fall!

Have a wonderful weekend and happy crocheting ๐ŸŒธ

Tonya ๐Ÿ’•


Mosaic Crochet Summit - A Free Event!

A FREE 3-day virtual event happening September 22โ€“24, 2026, created to help you move from โ€œThat looks impossibleโ€ to โ€œOh! Now I get it!โ€

During the Summit, youโ€™ll learn from 16 crochet teachers who will help you:

  • Read mosaic charts with greater confidence
  • Choose yarn and colors that bring your projects to life
  • Explore stitches, borders, motifs, and construction techniques
  • Customize projects and begin creating designs of your own
  • Stop feeling intimidated by complicated-looking patterns

Register Now for this free event: https://nanascraftyhome--juniperandoakes.thrivecart.com/mcs2026-mosaicmasterytoolkit/โ€‹


๐ŸŒป It's Sunflower Season in Kansas!

There's nothing quite like sunflower season around here, and it always has me reaching for my favorite sunny, cheerful patterns. Here are a few of my personal favorites to help you bring a little sunflower charm into your home:

โ€‹Rustic Sunflower Pot Holder - This easy pot holder makes a bright, bold and functional addition to your kitchen!

โ€‹Rustic Sunflower Coasters - I love how quick these beauties are to make!

โ€‹Flower Medley Blanket - A gorgeous puff stitch flower center with a lacy edge makes a gorgeous retro style throw!

โ€‹Gingham Sunflower Placemat - Vintage inspired placemat with a sunflower center! Pair with the matching Sunflower Table Runner for the perfect table decor!

โ€‹Sunflower Daze Blanket - This stunning corner to corner throw is one of my personal favorites!

โ€‹Large Sunflower Granny Square - An adorable happy large Sunflower Granny Square!

Browse all of my free crochet patterns here.


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Featured Fan Photo

The Autumn Rhapsody Blanket by Susan K on Facebook.

So beautiful!

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