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Drew Emborsky's quirky title as "The Crochet Dude" and his kitschy tongue-in-cheek designs have propelled him from a young, unknown fiber artist to the cutting edge of the fiber design world. His unique role as a male knitter and crochetier has opened doors for other men who were stuck in the closet with their yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks.

Drew studied fine art at Kendall College of Art & Design in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and is an Associate Professional member of the Crochet Guild of America where he received a master certificate in crochet. He has been featured in national publications including BUST Magazine, Interweave Crochet, and Knit.1, as well as international newspapers like The Sunday Telegraph (in London). Emborsky launched his website and blog in February 2005, and has gained a loyal following throughout the world—his wildly popular blog receives thousands of visits per day..

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Frill Seeker
New! This crocheted top is easy enough for anyone to make! Tiny cable twists create exquisite shaping without fancy calculations. Featuring the debut of The Crochet Dude's color combo called "Drewbilation" from Tilli Tomas.
Ming Tree
New! This Asian inspired skirt has a drawstring for easy sizing and versatility: wear it as a skirt or a halter dress! The pattern is written to fit small through xlarge but can easily be customized to fit you perfectly.
Cable Car Hobo
New! With just 16 oz of your favorite worsted weight yarn you can create this hobo-style bag.
Drew-string Purses for Fall and Winter
The much anticipated follow-up to Drew-string Purses for Spring & Summer! These great purses work up quickly just in time for fall and winter!
The Crochet Dude's Flying Afghan!
As seen in the Accord Crochet Pattern-a-Day Calendar, here are all the patterns you'll need to create this sampler afghan by The Crochet Dude. In no time you will have a wonderful gift (perhaps for yourself). Included are the instructions for twelve large squares and sixteen small squares. Mix and match to create your own layout! Oh, and you also receive the Dudessembly instructions to put it all together!
Allison – a crossbody purse to crochet!
Worsted weight cotton works up quickly into this cross-body purse. Cabled details on the front accent the tailored design of this little messenger bag, finished off with a handle of all cables.
Julia – a purse to crochet!
A chunky flat-bottomed purse with cables all around that closes with a drawstring and has heart-shaped handles. The purse is self-lining so you don't have to sew one in, it's part of the pattern! Once you get all your stuff in the purse and it bulges just a bit then you can see the pink lining in between the giant cables. *cat not included*
Dawn – a purse to crochet!
With just a few ounces of your favorite worsted weight cotton you can make this purse in a jiffy. Purse measures 10" x 7.5"(without handle).
Drew-string purses for spring and summer!
Two new purses to crochet from The Crochet Dude! Both are made using two strands of sportweight yarn held together. Make them both in a weekend!! Great for fall and winter too!
Five ponchos to crochet!
Five fantastic ponchos to crochet. Click to see preview page for description of each design.
Do Your Vest!
Create each of these vests in just a weekend. One is crocheted in a classic worsted weight wool, the other in a fun kettle-dyed Peruvian cotton. You'll want to make these up in every color! Finished bust sizes for Do Your Wooly Vest! (shown in blue): 36 (38.5, 41, 43.5, 46) for Do Your Cottony Vest! (show in pink): 35 (37.5, 40, 42.5, 45)
Ten Quick Bookmarks!
Ten quick bookmarks crocheted with size 10 and size 20 cotton. Make each bookmark as large as you'd like. All the readers on your gift list (including you!) will love getting these bookmarks!
Ten Crochet Dude Dishcloths!
Ten new dishcloth patterns from The Crochet Dude! These fun and quick dishcloths make doing the dishes easier and freshen the look of your kitchen. They also make great quick & easy gifts!
Traditional Print Versions! (for those who want to hold it in their hands)
Drew-string Purses for Fall and Winter
The much anticipated follow-up to Drew-string Purses for Spring & Summer! These great purses work up quickly just in time for fall and winter!
The Crochet Dude's Flying Afghan!
As seen in the Accord Crochet Pattern-a-Day Calendar, here are all the patterns you'll need to create this sampler afghan by The Crochet Dude. In no time you will have a wonderful gift (perhaps for yourself). Included are the instructions for twelve large squares and sixteen small squares. Mix and match to create your own layout! Oh, and you also receive the Dudessembly instructions to put it all together!
Allison – a crossbody purse to crochet!
Worsted weight cotton works up quickly into this cross-body purse. Cabled details on the front accent the tailored design of this little messenger bag, finished off with a handle of all cables.
Julia – a purse to crochet!
A chunky flat-bottomed purse with cables all around that closes with a drawstring and has heart-shaped handles. The purse is self-lining so you don't have to sew one in, it's part of the pattern! Once you get all your stuff in the purse and it bulges just a bit then you can see the pink lining in between the giant cables. *cat not included*
Dawn – a purse to crochet!
With just a few ounces of your favorite worsted weight cotton you can make this purse in a jiffy. Purse measures 10" x 7.5"(without handle).
Drew-string purses for spring and summer!
Two new purses to crochet from The Crochet Dude! Both are made using two strands of sportweight yarn held together. Make them both in a weekend!! Great for fall and winter too!
Five ponchos to crochet!
Five fantastic ponchos to crochet. Click to see preview page for description of each design.
Do Your Vest!
Create each of these vests in just a weekend. One is crocheted in a classic worsted weight wool, the other in a fun kettle-dyed Peruvian cotton. You'll want to make these up in every color! Finished bust sizes for Do Your Wooly Vest! (shown in blue): 36 (38.5, 41, 43.5, 46) for Do Your Cottony Vest! (show in pink): 35 (37.5, 40, 42.5, 45)
Ten Quick Bookmarks!
Ten quick bookmarks crocheted with size 10 and size 20 cotton. Make each bookmark as large as you'd like. All the readers on your gift list (including you!) will love getting these bookmarks!
Ten Crochet Dude Dishcloths!
Ten new dishcloth patterns from The Crochet Dude! These fun and quick dishcloths make doing the dishes easier and freshen the look of your kitchen. They also make great quick & easy gifts!
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Glass Flip Flops Chic on The Halfshell
Monet Afghan Dudessembly
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