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🎄 Sleigh the Holiday Make-Along 2025 — Join the Festive Fun!

It’s that time of year again, yarn friends… when our project bags start looking a lot more jolly and our WIPs get a little more sparkly! 🎁✨ I’m thrilled to invite you to this year’s Sleigh the Holiday Make-Along—a FREE seasonal event from me (Marly Bird!) designed to keep your hands stitching and your heart […]

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Free Corner-to-Corner Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern Featuring Ballet Slippers 🩰

Looking for a corner-to-corner crochet baby blanket pattern that’s as charming as it is cuddly? You’re going to love the Ballet Slippers C2C Blanket—a graceful and cozy creation designed to celebrate the elegance of dance while keeping your loved ones warm and snuggly. 💕 Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just diving into your first […]

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🎄Christmas in July with Marly Bird: Deals, Designs & a Whole Lot of Holiday Cheer!

It may be hot outside, but things are extra cozy over here at MarlyBird.com this month—because it’s CHRISTMAS IN JULY, baby! 🎅🧶✨ If you’ve been around for a while, you know this is one of our favorite times of the year. And this July? We’re going all out with festive freebies, fabulous deals, and stitchy […]

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Chunky Knit Shoulder Hug Capelet in a Weekend – Free Pattern

The Shoulder Hug Capelet: A Chunky Knit That’s Big on Style, Short on Time! Need a quick knit that looks like a million bucks but takes just a fraction of the time? Say hello to your new favorite layering piece—the Shoulder Hug Capelet! This free knitting pattern is stylish, simple, and oh-so-satisfying. Whether you’re knitting […]

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🧶 Prism Path Knit Swoncho Pattern – Free Colorwork Sweater Pattern for All Skill Levels!

The Prism Path Knit Swoncho is my size-inclusive, top-down sweater + poncho = swoncho design that’s packed with personality, warmth, and fun-to-knit stranded colorwork! It was originally released as part of the Prism Make-Along, and now you can access the entire pattern FREE on the blog—or snag the PDF or VIP Experience if you’re ready […]

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BiCrafty Pattern Pairs: Knit and Crochet Look-alike Patterns from Your BiCrafty Bestie 🧶🧵

Matching styles, two different crafts—because you shouldn’t have to pick just one! If you’ve ever looked at a gorgeous crochet design and thought, “I wish there was a knit version of that,” (or vice versa!)—you’re in the right place. These knit and crochet versions of the same pattern are what I like to call BiCrafty […]

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More Than 5 Must-Have Crochet Shawl Patterns by Marly Bird 🧶✨

If you’re looking for your next can’t-put-down project, these crochet shawl patterns by Marly Bird are calling your name! Whether you’re in the mood for delicate motifs, bold chevrons, or earthy drape, this roundup of must-make crochet shawls has a little something for every kind of maker. Wrap yourself in beauty with these standout shawl […]

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🌈 Spectrum Stitch Crochet Swoncho Pattern – A Free Stranded Colorwork Pattern You’ll LOVE!

If you’ve been searching for a stylish, cozy, and colorful crochet sweater pattern that blends the ease of a poncho with the comfort of a pullover—meet the Spectrum Stitch Crochet Swoncho! 🧶 This fun-to-make, eye-catching design is a perfect project for adventurous beginners and confident crocheters alike. Designed as part of the Prism Make-Along with […]

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Steam vs. Wet Blocking Superwash Yarn: What Every Swoncho Maker Needs to Know 🧺💨

Whether you’ve crocheted the stunning Spectrum Stitch Swoncho or knit your way through the Prism Path Swoncho, you’ve invested hours into colorwork, shaping, and beautiful handmade details. Now that you’re at the finish line, it’s time to block that masterpiece! But wait—how should you block it? Steam? Wet? Toss it in the washer and hope […]

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Big Twist Yarn Now Available at Herrschners | What Crafters Need to Know After Joann’s Bankruptcy

In a recent episode of “Mondays with Marly,” I had the pleasure of speaking with Jenni Mitchell, Creative Director at Herrschners, about the exciting news that Herrschners will now be carrying Big Twist yarns. This development comes as a relief to many crafters who were concerned about the availability of Big Twist yarn following Joann’s […]

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