The Ultimate List of Color Made Easy Yarn Crochet Patterns
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The Ultimate List of Color Made Easy Patterns (Crochet) and Review
By Michele Thymmons
OF NOTE: Lion Brand has discontinued Color Made Easy yarn :( However, you can visit YarnSub for matches for yarn. I’m working through a couple of patterns I’ve made with Color Made Easy yarn using one of the recommend yarns and will let you know once I find a replacement. Any suggestions that you have would also be welcome. :)
Color Made Easy Yarn by Lion Brand is a gorgeous yarn, size 5 (bulky), and has a number of different gorgeous colors. It is surprisingly soft and light for a bulky yarn. After having discovered it earlier this year, I wanted to do a review and create a list of bulky crochet patterns that you could create something beautiful with this wonderful yarn!
I have truly fallen in love with using the Color Made Easy Yarn by Lion Brand , which you can find in Joann Fabric Stores , and some Etsy Sellers such as Anna’s Got Crochet and Smith Studio Knits have them marked down a little for destash. It is an amazing yarn, a true dream to work with, so soft and drapes beautifully while also having some vibrant colors and color combinations.
It doesn’t slip while working with it, or rub on my fingers as some yarns do when working with them a lot, and works up quickly using whatever pattern I have. It also frogs easy and doesn’t get stuck if you make a mistake and need to redo a portion of the pattern.
Stitch and Hustle’s Hooded Scarf Pattern
I have found it unwinds easily and doesn’t force you to put down your crochet project to unwind it. It is also easy to untangle when/if you are using several colors (as in the shawl) and the colors get tangled at all. The colors are vibrant and beautiful - my current favorite combination is the blue/silver/white (Huckleberry, Shade, Birch) that I used in the shawl pattern from Two of Wands, will also be using it for a hat and cowl for myself. :) Can’t wait to get started with this (happy dance!!!).
Oh and I found that if you have no stuffing but need some for stuffed animals, etc. You can use this yarn as stuffing and it works very well!!! We cut it into pieces about half an inch to an inch long and pulled them apart. Then once you get enough you use it to stuff whatever you need to stuff!!! :) Perfect if you cannot go out and buy stuffing during this time when stores are less likely to be open or if you simply cannot get stuffing but need it. :) One more thing that is perfect to keep the kids busy after they’ve asked you to make a crochet/knit/sewed stuffed animal :)
Two of Wands Gorgeous Fireside Wrap is what started my obsession with Color Made Easy Yarn!!!
The only downside I have found is that I cannot find all the colors I would like to use (such as a forest green or dark green to match Huckleberry dark blue) and that you do have to make sure you watch when you use any frogged yarn at times because it can be easier to miss getting your hook under the entire strand rather than part of it, but that is a majority of yarns after they have been frogged as they tend to show more wear after they’ve been used initially. However, it is still my favorite non-indie dyer yarn to date :)
I found this yarn through making this gorgeous shawl by Two of a Wand (Fireside Wrap) and have simply wanted to make everything with it now! I have found excuses to use it in patterns (even going so far as to decide to use it for Christmas presents just to use it and play with it more - yep full out obsessed with it now!) and have recently been scouring the web, Etsy, Ravelry, Pinterest for all types of sweaters and tops I could use this yarn to make for myself.
I’m not really a shawl person and the shawl I made with this yarn will keep me for a long time. However, in my searches I realized how hard it is to find sweater patterns using bulky (5) yarn. So, I thought I would gather them and some shawl/cowl patterns all together for you so that you can try this yarn to create your own sweater or top to wear all winter long!!!
If you have others you would recommend I add to this list send me an email at vamicreations17@gmail.com or comment below!
The Ultimate List of Color Made Easy Yarn Crochet Patterns
Camexia Designs Zendeya Inspired Wrap
Gorgeous Shawls:
Two of Wands' Fireside Wrap great combinations like what she made and also can substitute the Huckleberry (dark blue) for the pomagrante or shade (light grey/silver) for basalt (darker grey).
Two of Wands' Skyline Bias Scarf is a long beautifully striped scarf and can be created with any number of colors.
Camexia Designs' Zendeya Inspired Wrap is gorgeous and such a wonderful wrap that can be created in so many colors or combination of colors to allow for a very versatile wardrobe.
Posh Patterns' Triangle Scarf with shell stitch that can be made in any yarn size and color.
Stitch and Hustle Hooded Scarf Pattern is an absolutely gorgeous shawl that also has a hood to it. Beautiful granny squares can be crafted using a number of color combinations, all to create a wonderful present to a loved one or yourself! This would go beautifully with contrasting colors such as a light to highlight the middle design and a darker outside color such as Pomegrante and Shade or Ultra Violet and Shade.
Camexia Crochet Hooded Tunic Crochet Pattern
Bulky Sweaters:
The Velvet Acorn The Lark Sweater beautiful, warm, and luxurious, this sweater comes in sizes from children all the way to adult XL. It is one pattern I am greatly looking forward to creating for myself in Huckleberry - a gorgeous dark blue!
Camexia Crochet Hooded Tunic this one I’m really excited about and will be creating it in the lovely Pomegrante - a deep, rich red but it could easily be done in a lighter blue like Kingfisher or Blue Moon, a silver like Shade or even Basalt, the pink of Pink Lemonade or even the vibrant purple of Ultra Violet.
Serendipty as Always Tegan Tunic is beautiful and can be used with chunky or bulky yarns with either a couple of colors or one solid color.
I Love Tinder Box’s Crochet Pattern The Rebecca Raglan
I Love Tinder Box The Rebecca Raglan is another one I am excited about making soon and looks to work up quickly. It has so many possibilities and is a great way to wear warmth and luxury during cold times.
Luz Patterns Crochet Kimono Poncho Pattern looks to be amazing and a great pattern to work up quickly and use in many situations. You could use a combination of colors or make it in one solid color and you can create it from child size to adult. And this pattern has a wonderful feminine cut to it in a way that is still kimono without the full bulk of a poncho.
MY and GG Crochet Velvet Tunic Pattern is great for anyone that wants to wear an oversized sweater for lounging and relaxing in.
Purpose and a Stitch El’s Top Down Baby Sweater is an adorable and beautiful baby sweater which would be amazing in any color in Color Made Easy yarn and oh so soft!
Knitcro Addict Crochet Pull Over Sweater Pattern with Bell Sleeves looks amazing, something I definitely want to crochet and could see it being created in many different colors.
I Love Tinder Box’s Chevie Sweater in Color Made Easy Yarn
Hooked Homemade Happy Everyday Black Crochet Cardigan is a great cardigan that is light and airy while also being warm and fun to wear. While it was created in black (you can use Caviar for black), you could use a variety of other colors or color combos to create your own version.
Hooked Homemade Happy Kid’s Chunky Raglan Sweater Crochet Pattern is an awesome, quick work up ideal for Christmas presents or other occasions and can be created in multiple colors or one color.
Hooked Homemade Happy Sweater Vest Crochet Pattern looks to be so warm and versatile, being able to use many different color combinations.
I Love Tinder Box's Chevie Sweater is created specifically for Color Made Easy and can be created with so many color combinations. It looks to be such a wonderful pattern that I'm looking forward to making my own version soon!
Gleeful Things Crochet Point the Way Pullover is an beautiful and quick to work up crochet pattern that can be used to curl up with a good book or movie this holiday season.
TL Yarn Crafts has the gorgeous Veronica Cocoon Cardi that is a free on her blog. She creates some amazing and stunning patterns. This one in particular, I'm making for myself using two of my favorite colors in Color Made Easy yarn - Huckleberry as the main color as I LOVE this dark blue, and Shade as I also love this color combination and cannot get enough of it. :)
If you like this, you may like:
Hats:
The Velvet Acorn’s Snow Angel Set of Hat and Shawl Crochet Pattern
The Velvet Acorn's Snow Angel Set hat and shawl is a gorgeous set that can be created for all sizes as many of the Velvet Acorn’s crochet patterns are created to be.
The Velvet Acorn's The Feyona Cap/Mitt Set is an awesome set that you can do with your favorite colors and is a beautiful way to keep warm during a cold time.
The Velvet Acorn's The Aldan Cap is a great men’s cap and perfect for creating Christmas presents or gifts for a loved one.
The Velvet Acorn's The Wynter Hat is a beautiful crochet hat with ear flaps and a flower on the side to create a unique headpiece for every occasion during the cold months.
BubNut Patterns' Funky Chunky Beanie Pattern hat for boys is a perfect and fast work up for a gift for any boy or man as she has the pattern created for toddlers up to adult men. The pattern was also meant for a lot of stretch so the sizing will be different than her other patterns.
BubNut Patterns' Cabled Scarf Crochet Pattern with FREE Crochet Hat Pattern is a beautiful pattern that can be for either a man or a woman (boy or girl) depending upon the colors you use. AND you get a FREE hat pattern with it!!!
Play in Hooky Designs' Spire Slouch is a fast and fun pattern to create and can be done in one night! Great way to create Christmas or gifts for any occassion.
Crochet With Delight's One Hour Men’s Beanie Crochet Pattern is a great and fun pattern that can literally be created in an hour with any color of Color Made Easy yarn (or other size 5 bulky yarn).
Leesa’s Knotty Corner’s Winter’s Slouchy Hat and Infinity Scarf Crochet Pattern
Leesa's Knotty Corner's Winter’s Slouchy Hat and Infinity Scarf is an awesome way to keep warm and have a gorgeous item to wear whenever you’re outside. So many different color patterns you could use here!
Stitching Tog's Chunky Crochet Hat is a fun and quick crochet pattern that can be created using Color Made Easy for mommy and me matching hats, or any color combinations.
Mamachee's Noah’s Bulky Hat a great pattern for both adult and child and can be created as a beanie or a slouchy hat!! So many color combinations available!!!
Two of Wands' Winter Hat Toque is a quick project that is also part of Two of Wands' February in Paris Collection. It takes less than one skein of yarn and is simple but chic.
Two of Wands' La Tour Eiffel Beret is another quick project that is also part of Two of Wands' February in Paris Collection. It takes less than one skein of yarn and is simple but chic. You can make her 20 piece February in Paris collection and keep warm and stylish no matter the weather or occasion!
Cowls:
The Velvet Acorn’s Remington Cowl Crochet Pattern
Knot Your Mommas Yarn has a great Cowl - Marlo's Cowl that would be wonderful addition to the Marlo's Hat.
Cali Chic Style's Amelia Hooded Scarf Pattern is a gorgeous cowl with a hood designed to keep you warm and can be done in so many great colors.
While They Play's The Fisherman’s Wife Crochet Pattern is a stunning crochet cowl that can be made using two strands of Color Made Easy yarn.
The Velvet Acorn's Remington Cowl is a beautiful creation for all sizes from child and adult and a wonderful way to keep warm in cold months.
Posh Pattern's Crochet Cowl Pattern is a unique and warm cowl that can be created using so many different color combinations.
Stitch and Hustle's Chunky Crochet Cowl Pattern Gorgeous cowl that can be made in any color and with any color combination.
Two of Wands' Frozen Lake Infinity Cowl has bobble stitches and looks oh so fun to create in any number of colors!! You could make the cowl in one color and the bobbles in another to create a dramatic offsetting effect. :)
Two of Wands' Sacre-Coeur Cowl is another part of her February in Paris Collection and has simple elegance while keeping your neck warm.
Extras:
Crafty Intentions’ Crochet Dragon
Crafty Intentions ' dragon, mermaid unicorn and more Amigurumi would be simply amazing using this bulky yarn. I have seen others use the same pattern but with a bulky or chunky yarn to create a very large, stunning and huggable amigurumi. Like this Elemental Water Dragon could be done using Huckleberry (Dark blue), Kingfisher (medium blue) combo or Kingfisher and Blue Moon (light blue) combo as well as use Shade (silver/light grey). She also has other dragons, mermaid unicorns, baby dragons, unicorns, butterflies, weather (sun, clouds, moon, etc) patterns, cats, fish, and so many more. While the patterns use a smaller yarn, in her Crafty Intentions Crochet Group on Facebook a number of people have made her patterns using much larger yarns either bulky (5) or Chunky (6) and have created huge huggable versions that are gorgeous!
Posh Patterns' Baby Granny Square Baby Blanket is a beautiful blanket by which to create a priceless present for either a boy or a girl. It will also go fast as this pattern uses a larger hook so as to be a quick project.
Camexia Designs Twilight Wrap Shrug Crochet Pattern
MJOffThe Hook Designs has an amazing amount of crochet patterns that you could use one or two strands of Color Made Easy to create gorgeous blankets, hooded blankets, hats, scarves and so much more!! This princess blanket is perfect to use for two strands of Color Made Easy yarn to create either a princess blanket or an Elsa blanket from Frozen!
Mary Abbie986's Winter Dragon would be simply stunning and amazing in the silver and white and grey of the Color Made Easy. It would be much bigger and huggable, but one that kids would love (and adults!)
Krawka has amazing patterns for so many different animals and items that you could make using Color Made Easy to create bigger dragons, cats, deer, owls, bunnies, and so many more! No 1903 Black Dragon would be amazing as a huge dragon - very similar to Toothless from How to Train A Dragon.
Tiny Alchemy has an actual Toothless pattern that would be an awesome large stuffed Toothless if you use Caviar (black), pink lemonade (pink), crimson (red) and birch (cream)!
How to Loom Your Dragon has sweet little baby Toothless and Light Fury baby Nightlight patterns that would be amazing using a size 5 yarn to create a big huggable Toothless. :)
Strawberry Daisy Chain's Falkor , everyone loves Falkor and using this pattern combined with the white of the Color Made Easy would create a huge Falkor that could be used as a reading pillow or a movie pillow to watch the Never Ending Story!
The Hook Nook12's Hooded Bliss Blanket Crochet Pattern is an awesome blanket complete with a hood! What a great way to keep warm with camping, curled up with a movie or a good book. And the Hook Nook also has her own yarn, crochet, and knitting line that are in Joann Fabrics stores and online!!!! How awesome is that?! I have already bought her end weaver and will be using that often…I do hate weaving in all the ends and am looking forward to the chore being made much better with the end weaver that is also quite pretty too!
CamexiaDesigns Twilight Wrap Shrug Crochet Pattern is a gorgeous shrug that you could use with a variety of colors using the Color Made Easy Yarns.
Two of Wands’ Bon Voyage Purse
Two of Wands' Creme De La Creme Braided Headband is a fun and fast project, part of her February in Paris Collection, that will keep your ears warm no matter the weather while looking stylish!
Two of Wands' Blanket Poncho is warm and can be done in so many color combinations from one solid color to stripes or multi-colored.
Two of Wands' L'Opera Fingerless Gloves is part of her February in Paris Collection and can be done in so many color combinations from one solid color to stripes or multi-colored. You can even make each of her 20 pieces in this collection in the same color (Huckleberry - dark blue; Kingfisher - medium blue; or Pomegrante - deep red would be simply stunning)!
Two of Wands' Bon Voyage Purse is part of her February in Paris Collection and can be done in so many color combinations. You could even make several in different colors to match any outfit you wear!
Two of Wands' La Vie En Rose Sunglasses Case is part of her February in Paris Collection and can be done in so many color combinations to match your glasses or any purses you tuck it into.
Two of Wands' Entre-Nous Tablet Case is part of her February in Paris Collection and can be done in so many color combinations to match your IPad or bag you place it in for safekeeping.
Vintage Pattern Faves’ Hooded Sweater Coat
Vintage Pattern Faves' Hooded Sweater Coat is an beautiful and warm sweater coat with a hood and looks so warm and inviting. I can't wait to create my own coat with some of this yarn as well. :) Now to choose what color I will make it!
Also, If you are looking for hand dyed yarns, check out our round up of over 90 yarn dyers from around the world found here which is continually updated! I have bought from many of them and continue to grow my wardrobe and yarn stash from them :)
So, looking at all of these amazing and beautiful crochet patterns that could be used with Color Made Easy Yarn by Lion Brand or any number of other bulky yarns you can find at Joann Fabric Stores, Etsy , or another craft store, what will you make and with what colors?
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