Sam Bartley Designs

Sam Bartley Designs a PNW Based Crochet & Knitwear design page. Free patterns on my website. My Youtube has tutorials

I mentioned the other day I was working on more crafts that I wanted to do vs the same ones I’ve been forcing myself to ...
04/25/2026

I mentioned the other day I was working on more crafts that I wanted to do vs the same ones I’ve been forcing myself to finish and it’s been doing wonders for my motivation.

I started this cat hat design with some ACOTAR yarn from Red Door’s collection a few years back. This one is crocheted, and I have a few adjustments to make, and the final yarn will be different, but it’s a set with fingerless gloves, and there is a knit version of the set too 👀

The second project is my cross stitch. This one was put on hold for a minute, but I need to buy a light to backlight the fabric because I can’t see the holes anymore and I keep screwing up the stitches. And I also completely fu**ed the whole right side up, but here we are.

Third is my crochet cardigan cover-up design I am SO excited to get back to work on. This is made with Dishie yarn from Knit Picks and will be an oversized delight for summertime.

Next is the Curtsey Collar (Ravelry, not my pattern) I am knitting for a friend. I have about 7 rows left still, but if you’ve ever knit with a single strand of mohair you know it’s not the fastest work 😂

My knit neon skater skirt design is also coming along and I am SO EXCITED to get this one done. It’s hard to work on when it’s dark outside, but the days are getting longer so I can knit for longer

I’ve been “slacking” on my TBR recently and I think I figured it out why. It’s because I’ve been doing other s**t lol ✌🏻...
04/22/2026

I’ve been “slacking” on my TBR recently and I think I figured it out why.

It’s because I’ve been doing other s**t lol ✌🏻😝

I was feeling super burnt out and I was just tired of the same routine. I was crocheting or knitting or reading and that was it. I wasn’t even reading what I wanted to read, I was reading what past Sam signed us up for and now that its 8 months past, we just aren’t that into the book. Not that it’s bad, but because I don’t know if I can handle another dystopian romance while the IRL world is on fire, which really sucks because I have like 27 dystopian romantasys on my actual bookshelf right now I want to dive into, but my brain just can’t separate real from fake when it all feels fake… and real???

Anyway, this April has been filled with crafting of all kinds, reading books that give me happy and safe feelings, and covering everything I can in rhinestones. Whoever introduced me to diamond painting has some answering to do… Like where do I buy the gems at the best price? Is amazon my only option?

04/15/2026

Come cozy up with me as I take you through ALL of my current works in progress! From crochet and knitting to cross stitch, I'm finally sitting down and getting real about where every single WIP stands — what's close to done, what's been neglected, and what I'm most excited to finish.

https://sambartley.com/2026/04/14/april-wip-update-2026/

☕ Grab your tea, get your yarn, and let's chat WIPs!
In this video:

🧶 Crochet WIPs — current projects & progress
🪡 Knitting WIPs — what's on the needles
🧵 Cross Stitch WIPs — stitching updates & goals

04/11/2026

Learn how to crochet an easy Corner-to-Corner (C2C) dishcloth in this beginner-friendly tutorial 🧶✨

In this step-by-step video, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to get started with C2C crochet, including how to increase, decrease, and read the pattern. This simple dishcloth project is perfect for beginners who want to build confidence while creating something practical and cute for their home or as a handmade gift.

Whether you’re brand new to crochet or just new to C2C, this tutorial will help you master the basics in a fun and approachable way.

🧵 What you’ll learn:
• How to start a C2C crochet project
• How to increase and decrease in C2C
• How to keep your edges straight
• Tips for beginner crocheters
• How to finish your dishcloth cleanly

🧶 Materials:
• Cotton yarn (recommended for dishcloths)
• Crochet hook (size appropriate for your yarn)
• Scissors
• Yarn needle

🌐 Follow & Support:
Instagram: Instagram.com/sambartleydesigns
Website/Blog: https://sambartley.com/2026/04/04/corner-to-corner-for-beginners/

💛 About Me:
Hi! I’m a crochet and knitting creator who loves making cozy, beginner-friendly projects and sharing tutorials to help you feel confident with your craft. I also share bookish content and creative inspiration, so if you love yarn and stories, you’re in the right place!

💬 Comment below:
Have you tried C2C crochet before, or is this your first project? Let me know how your dishcloth turns out or what you want to learn next!

👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and save this tutorial for later!

04/10/2026

Hi pals! Welcome to my 2025 Temperature Blanket Reveal, where I share all the details of my final design, and a preview of the 2026 concept and what it looks like so far!

If you're looking for the links, keep reading!

Head on over to https://sambartley.com/2026/02/07/2025-crochet-temperature-blanket-pattern/ and get all the details! I cover the yarn and link you to a few places you can now get it, as well as the rest of what you need! (including the tutorials I talked about!)

Thanks pals, love you!

04/10/2026

Welcome to my NetGalley ARC (Advanced reader copy) list for the first half of 2026!

✨ A Vow in Vengeance - https://amzn.to/45lW8kv

✨ Cross Your Heart and Hope He Dies - https://amzn.to/3NqtBEn

✨ One Week to Win the Chocolate Maker - https://amzn.to/4jSIY4z

✨ Heart's Gambit - https://amzn.to/4pTPKbs

✨ Heir of Illusion - https://amzn.to/4qHRINC

✨ The Dragon & the Sun Lotus - https://amzn.to/4be9GlN

✨ Toe to Toe - https://amzn.to/4sTNyUb

✨ Save the Date - https://amzn.to/49PrRfo

✨ Cherry Baby - https://amzn.to/45no6MJ

✨ The Last Page - https://amzn.to/4rb4KD6

✨ Long Island Girls - https://amzn.to/3LNGsjp

✨ This Blade of Ours - https://amzn.to/4jTt3mt

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