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Ai CROCHET SCAMS

Ai, or a people problem?

With Ai accessible to everyone, and pretty popular, Ai isn't going anywhere anytime soon, and you have to admit that it has its usefulness. Though, there are haters of AI that fear where it may lead us.

Personally I'm a glass half full kind of person, and am on the fence about Ai.

Even though none of us know for sure where Ai is taking us, it is definitely cause for concern when you see people up to their same old tricks.

You recognize Ai pictures by now, right? You know the ones you see and think that it just can't be real. 

There is abundant use of Ai crochet - claiming to give you a free link to the pattern. πŸ›‘πŸš¨πŸ§¨ This is more than likely TOM FOOLERY and people trying to scam you in some way. Be leery of some sort of cyber attack when following links like this.

These links all tend to have the same sort of address. (I'm not any sort of authority.)

It would be okay to say something like, "Hey, check out this crochet art I made with Ai!" And post a pic. I did. πŸ˜… Here you go.

But you can not sell the pattern to this, (or give it away), if that pattern does not really exist.

The stitches seen in the above picture are not even real stitches, and it is an Ai generated image.

Try to ask Ai to write you a pattern, and more than likely, you will get a shell of what resembles a pattern, not an actual crochet pattern.

In my experiences, Ai has not quite figured out how to write complete crochet patterns.

 So if someone tells you that an unrealistic looking crochet item has a pattern link, please be leery to follow it, as it might just be an attempt to exploit you.

This one was the latest to catch my eye. I had to look very closely, and still wasn't for certain. I mean I could figure it out how to make it given enough time. And it is so pretty!

The picture above contained a link saying that it was to the pattern. I followed it, and it was NOT.

I can not find a pattern for these shells anywhere, and do not believe that it really exists.

This is potentially a scam.

Ai didn't do that. People did.

Ai is useful, and can do so very much, but We must use it wisely.

To hear more of my thoughts on Ai and crochet, visit this link to my Ai post here on Doily Designs blog.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, and happy crocheting!

American Flag Poncho

Diverse Stitch Boho Granny American Flag Poncho 

Fourth of July 2025 Release πŸŽ‰πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ§¨

Happy 4th of July! πŸŽ‰

This year to celebrate the Fourth of July, Doily Designs was moved by the Lord to share this wearable American Flag design. 

The flag poncho not only looks fashionable, but feels fabulous! 

Interested in purchasing an American Flag Poncho for yourself or another to dress up in Patriotic style, visit; Doily Designs Etsy.

Poncho is inspired by Doily Designs Boho Granny American Flag Blanket, but with lacy stars, and condensed stripes.

We are loving this design, and can't wait to share the pattern. Check back or contact Cathleen for details.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, and Happy Fourth of July! πŸ§¨πŸŽ‰πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ‰

God bless America πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

4th of July Crochet

Crochet Patterns for Independence Day, and year round American Pride. πŸ§¨πŸŽ‰


 Doily Designs Americana crochet patterns in many shapes and sizes, from bed to table, and more!


Celebrate Independence Day with Patriotic crochet. 🧨



Find links to various 4th of July crochet patterns below, including free pattern link at bottom of page. Or visit Doily Designs Etsy for availability.

American Flag HEARTS in various sizes ♥️

Fourth of July crochet patterns like this fun, quick, and easy Americana Doily Pattern. (Photo courtesy of Sarah Creations)

Classic, fun and easy Popsicle Holders are handy for frozen Summertime treats. Keep hands clean, and cozy with Patriotic red, white, and blue Popsicle Cozies, or choose various other colors for different looks, like watermelon πŸ‰ 

2 in 1 pattern gives directions to create several size holders, including can cozy, and lotion tote.

Popsicle pttern is new updated, 2.0 version, with crocheted in 'stars'.

And more!


Independence Day crochet from Doily Designs includes the popular Boho Granny American Flag Blanket patterns.


Original King/Queen, and Junior American Flag blankets patterns, and Blankets


American Flag Heart Patterns, from tiny to large snuggly sizes.


Americana Bunting crochet pattern.



Tiny Lip Balm, ChapStick Holder Pattern


Firecracker 🧨 Starburst Pattern


Patriotic Washcloth Pattern


Americana Star Coaster Pattern


Patriotic Water bottle carrier Pattern


Patriotic Phone Pouch 3 in 1 Pattern

Find Patriotic Mint Chocolate Chip Doily Pattern free here on Doily Designs blog.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, happy crocheting, and Happy Independence Day! πŸŽ‰πŸ§¨



Poker for Father's Day

 Father's Day poker crochet ♠️♥️♣️♦️

Poker Charm Patterns, with free card pouch pattern included, or find full pouch pattern here.

Quick, and easy poker charms can be used alone, add jump rings to hang, or sewn on for appliques.

New 🧢 crochet Poker Charm Pattern

Please contact Cathleen with questions.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, happy crocheting, and Happy Father's Day! ❤️ 

Poker and crochet

 Crochet, and Poker?

♦️♣️♥️♠️

Crochet Poker placemat is perfect for chip riffling, or use as poker night themed centerpiece doily or individual placements. πŸ˜ƒ ♠️♥️♣️♦️


Chip riffling video to Kenny Rogers, 'The Gambler'. πŸ˜…

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, happy crocheting, and happy gaming!

Patriotic Phone Pouch

3 in 1 pattern, Patriotic Crochet Phone Pouch Pattern.

3 designs in red, white, and blue, for a Patriotic phone tote.

Or in a variety of colors for various different looks.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, and happy crocheting!

Star Square Coasters

Crochet pattern for star square coasters using using celestial colors, and the Americana Coaster Pattern, by Doily Designs.

These fun and easy coasters work up quickly with the Americana Coaster Pattern, and can be made with 2 different edges, and your choice of colors other than red, white, and blue, like these blue and light yellow star coasters.

We still love the Red, White, and Blue πŸ’™ ❤️

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, and happy crocheting.

Phone Pouch

Crochet phone, and eyeglass carrier. Phone Pouch crochet pattern is a quick and easy crochet project. 

This crochet pattern comes with free Cross Pattern as seen above.

Crochet Cellphone Holder can be made in your favorite color or colors, with multiple strap choices included in the pattern.

Thank you for stopping by. 

Best wishes, and happy crocheting.

Americana Diverse Stitch Doily

American Flag crochet Collection includes the Americana Doily Pattern, and more,

Absolutely LOVE this share of SarahCraftCreation patriotic doily!


Sarah captured the American Spirit, with such beauty, in her lovely photo of her crochet Americana Diverse Stitch Doily creation.  Visit her shop at SarahCraftCreation. Thank you for sharing!


This Memorial Day, Independence Day, or to share your American Pride year round, crochet 1 Americana Doily for a centerpiece, or a whole set of patriotic placemats.

Crochet pattern is made with worsted weight yarn, and works up quickly for a festive gift or decoration. Colors can be changed to alter the pattern theme for year round use.

Thank you for stopping by.

Best wishes, and happy crocheting!



Free Crochet Cross Pattern

 Free Crochet Cross Pendant Pattern 

2 inch crochet CROSS Pendant, for add ons, necklaces, rosaries, and more.


Crochet Cross Pendant Pattern 

Written by Doily Designs, Cathleen Wake Gorbatenko Ⓒ 2025

Skill:  Easy

Yarn:  Small amounts of your choice worsted weight, size 4 yarn.

Hook:  E (4 mm) hook


Stitch Key

Ch:  Chain

Hdc:  Half Double Crochet 

Mr:  Magic Ring

Sc:  Single Crochet 

Sl st:  Slip Stitch 

Begin

Make a Mr, Ch 1,

8 Sc in mr, 

Ch 7, Hdc in 3rd ch and next 4 chs, Sl st in next Sc in mr, Sl st in next sc

*Ch 4, Hdc in 3rd and 4th ch sps, Sl st in next sc, Sl st in next sc,* repeat * to * 2 x's to form a Cross, fasten off, weave ends.

Make 2,

Line up 2 pcs and TOP Sl st together;

(2 Sl st on short side, Ch 1, 1 Sl st on end, Ch 1, 2 on side, Sl St in center) for short sides, (3 Sl st on long side, Ch 1, 1 Sl st on end , 3 Sl st on side, Sl st in middle)


Thank you for stopping by.

Happy crocheting, and God bless!

Below, double top Sl St with accent color.

Visit here on this blog to see more Crochet Cross Patterns.

Crochet Washcloth Pattern

 Harvest Washcloth Pattern

Blueberry 🫐 design.

This fun, and easy pattern works up quickly to make these cute, and useful washcloths. Make in various colors for different themes to use as soap savering luffas.


Pumpkin leaves, peach apple leaves and blossom, all are included in this Washcloth  pattern.


Thank you for stopping by.
Best wishes, and Happy crocheting!





Cranberry Pineapple Crochet Christmas Tree Skirt Pattern

⭐  Doily Designs Cranberry Pineapple  Crochet Christmas Tree Skirt Pattern One of a kind tree skirt  is an eye catching take on the classic ...