Category: Crochet

Most Wonderful Time of the Year Roundup

As 2022 comes to an end, we all have so many things to be thankful for.

Most of all we are thankful for YOU! You are our friends, our families, those who make all of our hard work designing crochet patterns just right for you.

The crochet designers in the Most Wonderful Time of the Year Roundup want to celebrate their successes of 2022 with you!

Below you will find free and paid crochet patterns that are our most celebrated in 2022!

 

Most Wonderful Time of the Year Roundup featured the crochet designers listed below.
Be sure to stop by any of their social media sites and let them know what an awesome job they have done in 2022!

Jo’s Crafty Hook
Regina P Designs
Pine Tree Crochet
Crafty Patti
Made by Gootie
My Crochet Space
Straight Hooked
Raffamusa Designs
Golden Lucy Crafts
My Fingers Fly
Marsha Yarn Doodles
Lavender Cup Cottage Mosaic Crochet
Sandra Stitches
Ambassador Crochet
Frankie Kate
Big Momma’s Strings
Willow Crochet
OwensVillaChick Designs
Sunflower Cottage Crochet

Double Cross Mobius Cowl from Jo’s Crafty Hook.

This crochet design was one of my most favorite pattern to design this year.

Me and my husband had so much fun goofing off during the photo shoot.  He got me laughing, making funny faces and smiling just right for that perfect picture.

The Double Cross Mobius Cowl received yarn support from WeCrochet, which is always a plus to work with their gorgeous yarn!

For the whole month of December, you can get my Double Cross Mobius Cowl premium crochet pattern for 50% off using the Coupon Code:  DOUBLECROSS.

 

The Royal Bag from Regina P Designs.

This amazing bag was the result of multiple failed attempts to create a cute tank top. The top bombed but I managed to create this bag that I am so in love with!

You can find the Royal Bag as a free crochet pattern on Regina P Designs’ website.

 

Coastal Waves Beanie from Pine Tree Crochet.

I love matching sets and one skein wonders. The Coastal Waves Beanie is my most colorful pattern and best seller.

You can find the Coastal Waves Beanie as a free crochet pattern on Pine Tree Crochet’s website.

 

 

Daisy Holstein Cow Potholder from Crafty Patti.

The Daisy Holstein Cow Potholder is my top seller for 2022 and made with my mom.

The Daisy Holstein Cow Potholder crochet pattern can be purchased from Crafty Patti’s Ravelry Store.

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Bohemian Mosaic Placemat from Made by Gootie.

The Bohemian Mosaic Placemat is my first Mosiac pattern, and my first crochet along event I have hosted. The pattern is great for someone who is new to crochet mosaic technique as the first part of the pattern has a video to help you get going.

The Bohemian Mosaic Placemat crochet pattern can be found free on Made by Gootie’s website.

 

Mosaic Mug Rug from My Crochet Space.

This mug rug is perfect for those days when you just have an hour crochet time and want to finish your started project in one go! This pattern uses the overlay mosaic technique, which is one of my favourite!

The Mosaic Mug Rug crochet pattern can be purchased at My Crochet Space’s Ravelry Store.

 

Throwback Throw  Blanket from Straight Hooked.

Remember a simpler time as you create the different hexagons and join them to create a cozy masterpiece!

You can purchase the Throwback Blanket crochet pattern directly from Straight Hooked’s website.

 

Tutti Frutti Granny Squares from Raffamusa Designs.

The Tutti Frutti Granny Squares have the been the most fun squares I’ve crocheted this year! It’s been a true joy to work on them and to see that everyone loved them too 🙂

The Tutti Fruitti Granny Squares crochet pattern is free on Raffamusa Designs’ website.

 

Dogwood Flower from Golden Lucy Crafts.

I live in an area where dogwoods are blossoming in April – May and the amazing beauty of these trees inspired me to design this crochet dogwood flower.

You can find the Dogwood Flower crochet pattern free on Golden Lucy Crafts’ website.

 

Snow Globe Gift Bag from My Fingers Fly.

Everyone loves a snow globe! These snow globes work as gift bags and work up quickly in worsted weight yarn. Because they only use a few yards of each color, they are great stash busters. They are also easy to personalize by using different colors and adding embellishments.

You can find the Snow Globe Gift Bag crochet pattern free on My Fingers Fly’s website.

 

Mom’s Angel Slippers by MarshaYarnDoodles.

These slippers were designed for my mom while she was in the final stages of cancer. She loved them & they kept her feet toasty warm! You’ll feel like you’re walking on clouds when you wear them.

Marsha Yarn Doodles Angel Slippers crochet pattern can be purchased at her Ravelry Store.

 

Hannah Tropicana Blanket Mosaic Crochet Pattern from Lavender Cups Cottage Mosaic Crochet.

The Hannah Tropicana Blanket Mosaic Crochet Pattern is the perfect way to add a touch of style and comfort to your home. With this easy-to-follow pattern, you can create a beautiful blanket or bedspread that will keep you warm and snug while you watch your favorite show or use it as a bedspread or blanket on your bed. Yarn amounts and instructions for various sizes included.

The Hanna Tropicana Blanket Mosaic Crochet Pattern can be purchased from Lavender Cup Cottage Mosaic Crochet’s Ravelry Store.

 

Olive Scarf from Sandra Stitches

This Olive Scarf with pockets is the one you will go to on those winter days out! Easy to follow pattern with lots of texture, adding the fringe and pockets makes it the perfect Scarf for your winter wardrobe.

You can purchase Sandra Stitches’ Olive Scarf crochet pattern from her Raverly Store.

 

Flagstone Blanket from Ambassador Crochet.

The Flagstone Blanket has beautiful texture and uses super soft yarn. The results are amazing! It quickly became my newest best seller this year and I’m celebrating it with you!

The Flagstone Blanket crochet pattern can be purchased from Ambassador Crochet’s Ravelry Store.

 

Nova Hooded Triangle Shawl by Frankie Kate.

This hooded triangle shawl warm and cozy shawl is perfect for fall, rainy days and chilly evenings, but irreplaceable during those snowy, winter days to toss over your shoulders while sitting in your favorite crochet chair or on your way out.

The Nova Hooked Triangle Shawl crochet pattern can be purchased at Frankie Kate’s Etsy Shop.

 

Tunisian Stacked Witch Scarf from Big Momma’s Strings.

This pattern is a perfect addition to your holiday outfit. This pattern is for those crocheters who are comfortable working with more than one color.

You can purchase the Tunisian Stacked Witch Scarf crochet pattern from Big Momma’s Strings’ Etsy Shop.

 

Tiger Sweater from Willow Crochet.

It was my first ever sweater pattern and I’m so happy with how it turned out and how well it was received by everyone!

You can purchase the Tiger Sweater crochet pattern from Willow Crochet’s website.

 

Crossroads Dishcloth from OwensVillaChick Designs.

I am celebrating my Crossroads Dishcloth! This pattern was my first published pattern and inspired me to keep designing more crochet patterns! The Crossroads Dishcloth is an advanced beginner pattern that features the link stitch and works up quickly! A photo tutorial of the link stitch is provided in this pattern.

The Crossroads Dishcloth is a free crochet pattern at Owens Villa Chick Designs website.

 

Nordic Snowflake Blanket from Sunflower Cottage Crochet.

I am able to celebrate the release of this blanket because I have had the idea for in my head for about 18 months and it finally released!

I love Nordic inspired crochet patterns. There is a simple beauty that translates so well into crafts when using only 2 colours in a project. I think that this is what makes the Nordic theme so popular!

The Nordic Snowflake Blanket crochet pattern can be purchased from Sunflower Cottage Crochet’s website.

 

Unisex Scrappy Scarf from Sunflower Cottage Crochet.

During 2022 I have had a goal to use all of my scraps and work from my stash as much as possible.

What can I say? I have bought maybe 1/4 of the yarn I ordinarily would have during a year. I am also deliberately raiding my scrap buckets before looking for part or full skeins of a particular colour or yarn.

So, I can say so far so good!

You can find the Unisex Scrappy Scarf can be purchased from Sunflower Cottage Crochet’s website.

 

Kawaii Pumpkin Blanket from Stardust Gold Crochet

The Kawaii Pumpkin C2C  Blanket was part of a Fall Mystery C2C CAL that showed so many beautiful version of this blanket.  The CAL was a great deal of fun!

You purchase the Kawaii Pumpkin Blanket from Stardust Gold Crochet’s website.

 

We are so appreciative of your support in 2022!  We pray you continue supporting our business’ and all the effort we put into making these designs the best they can be!

Be sure to watch out for more great crochet patterns to come in 2023 and help up us celebrate each and everyone!

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Email:  j.o@joscraftyhook.com

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Winter Pine Table Runner

During season changes, in certain areas of the world, you can see all of the beautiful pine trees change colors. 

I live in NE Ohio and I love to watch as my son’s pine trees change to beautiful colors in each season. 

With the Winter Pine Table Runner crochet pattern I want to show off some of the colors of the pine trees I see during the winter seasons.


More information about my Winter Pine Table Runner Crochet Pattern.

I used a filet design to create the pine trees.  I added a white border to create a ‘snow like’ affect.  I think the white border adds a little something extra to the design.

Inside the crochet pattern there are 5 sizes to choose from to fit any size table.  There are 3 panels, showing the different colors of the pine trees.  There is also a gauge inside to help you create the perfect size for your table.

Inside the premium crochet pattern you will find picture tutorials to help you see the pine tree repeats; how to add the edging of each panel; how to connect the panels; and how to add the border.

You can find the premium crochet pattern for a small fee at my Ravelry Store

I used 3 colors of KnitPicks 100% Premium Acrylic Yarn.  #4 Worsted Weight Yarn.  (218 yds / 100 g)

I used Dublin, Avocado, and Green Tea Heather.

You can find these colors and more at KnitPicks.



My Winter Pine Table Runner is being featured in the Winter Wonders 2022 Blog Hop hosted by Itchin’ for Some Stitchin’, Ned & Mimi, and HanJan Crochet. Sponsored by WeCrochet.

On December 12-13, 2022 you can get a FREE premium copy of my Winter Pine Table Runner crochet pattern as part of the Winter Wonders 2022 Blog Hop.

In the mean time you can visit the Winter Wonders 2022 Blog Hop to take advantage of the other free daily fabulous crochet designers from a bunch of fabulous designers!  Click on the image below to visit the main blog hop website.


On December 12-13, 2022, from 12a EST – 11:59p EST, be sure to visit the main roundup to get the Coupon Code needed.  Bring it back here to my website to use at Checkout at my Ravelry Store.


As part of the Winter Wonders 2022 Blog Hop you can purchase a bundle with ALL 43 premium crochet patterns + a chance to win 5 prizes from WeCrochet for $15.99.  How AWE-some is this!  To check out what all is inside the Bundle + Giveaway click on the image below.



When purchasing the Winter Wonders 2022 Bundle, you are automatically entered in the WeCrochet Prize Giveaway

Click on the image below to get your copy of the Winter Wonders 2022 Bundle and be entered for a change to win a prize from WeCrochet!



Stop by my Ravelry Store and get the premium crochet pattern with all of the helpful information inside.  You can get the Winter Pine Table Runner there for a small fee.

Find me, Jo Baird of Jo’s Crafty Hook at any of the places listed below.

Email:  j.o@joscraftyhook.com

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Baby’s First Poncho

With the Christmas Season right around the corner the Baby’s First Poncho Crochet Pattern would be perfect to dress up those little ones.

We all love to dress our babies up for those Christmas and Holiday pictures.

I know when I had my little ones the Christmas and Holiday pictures were always my favorite.  The pictures show us how cute they were dressed up in their holiday’s finest.

I have the perfect way to keep a memento of those special holiday pictures with my Baby’s First Poncho crochet pattern.




My Baby’s First Christmas Poncho crochet pattern is being featured in the Baby’s First Christmas Blog Hop hosted by Ambassador Crochet.

As part of the Baby’s First Christmas Blog Hop you can get a FREE premium crochet pattern of the Baby’s First Poncho.


You can get the Baby’s First Poncho crochet pattern by click on the image below to get the Coupon Code needed to get a free copy from my Ravelry Store.


After you visit the main blog hop page and get your Coupon Code bring it back here to get the free PDF by click on the image below. Then you will be able to use the Coupon Code at Checkout.


Information about the Baby’s First Poncho Crochet Pattern.

I used Bernat Softee Baby Yarn 100% Acrylic Yarn (395 yds/361 m)(5 oz/141 g) in Soft Red

I used We Love Yarn Mega Ball 100% Acrylic Yarn (1312 yds/1200 m) (14.1 oz/400 g) in White

Materials:
50-150 yds of #3 Lightweight/DK Weight Yarn as the MC
50-150 yds of #3 Lightweight/DK Weight Yarn as the CC
US G Crochet Hook or 4 mm
Scissors
Stitch Markers
Tapestry Needle

The crochet pattern uses most of the basic crochet stitches but also a couple of the special stitches like the Foundation Double Crochet, Triple Crochet, the Alternate Chain 2, and the Alternate Chain 3.

Inside the crochet pattern there are 4 sizes to choose from.  Baby Doll, 3-6 months, 6-9 months and 12-24 months.

To get a copy of the Baby’s First Poncho premium crochet pattern you can visit my Ravelry Store for a small fee.

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Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs

The Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs crochet pattern uses a stitch I fell in love with a couple of years ago, the Sedge Stitch.

As a crochet designer I try to incorporate new crochet stitches in my newer designs.  But, I recently saw the Sedge Stitch and remembered I used it in a couple of my previous designs.  I used the Sedge Stitch in my Messy Bun and Beanie crochet pattern and my Rugged Slopes Cowl crochet pattern.  

The Sedge Stitch is an easy stitch to do because all it consists of is a single crochet and 2 double crochet all in the same stitch.

Inside this post you will find a free crochet pattern for my Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs for 9″ wide by 4″ in height.

You can find the premium crochet patterns for my Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs, Rugged Slopes Messy Bun and Beanie; and Rugged Slopes Cowl at my Ravelry Store.

Inside the Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs premium crochet pattern, there are 5 different sizes to choose from based on the width of your calf and the height you prefer to do.

There are also step-by-step picture tutorials to help you figure out your width and how the other steps you may need to crochet your boot cuffs.

You can purchase the premium copy of the Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs to find the right size for you from my Ravelry Store for a small fee.  Click the button below to get a copy of the Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs.

Information about the Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs

I used Red Heart Super Saver.  I used 150 yds for the 13” boot cuffs.  Weight: Medium (4)  Contents: 100% acrylic  Skein Weight: 7 oz. / 198 g  Yardage: 364 yd. / 333 m

Materials:
75-300 yds of #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
US H Crochet Hook or 5mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
ch = chain
st = stitch
sl st = slip st
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
blo = back loop only
rem = remaining

Notes:
ch 1 does not count as a stitch.
The bottom cuff is worked in rows.
The body is worked in the round with turning rows.
The height of the cuff measures 2”
The stitch count is a multiple of 3 + 1

Size:
Widths is 9” 
Heights is 4″  

Special Stitch:
Sedge Stitch: consists of (sc, 2 dc) all in one stitch.

Gauge:
US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm
12 st x 8 rows = 4”
4 Sedge St x 8 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch Instructions:

Measure where you want the top of your boot cuff to be. 
The stitch counts below the size chart will correspond with your height and width.

You can purchase the premium copy of the Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs to find the right size for you from my Ravelry Store for a small fee.  Click the button below to get a copy of the Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs.

Boot Cuff Crochet Pattern

Make 2 

R1: ch 11,  sc into the 2nd ch from hook and in each rem ch. turn  (10 sc)

R2:  sc in 1st st, blo in the next 8 st, sc in last st.  turn  (10 sc)

R3-R28:  rep R2

Join Cuff:  

Hold both ends together without twisting, sl st the last row and foundation row together. 

Do not fasten off.

Boot Cuff Body

Boot Cuff Body


R1:  turn work to go around the sides of the cuff.  ch 1, sc in same st as joining, sc in each rem st around.   (28 sc)

Turn work slightly, ch 1, sc in same st and each st around.

R2:  ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the 1st  st, skip 2 st.  rep from * around.  sl st in 1st sc to join.  (9 sedge st)

R3:  ch 1 and turn, sk 2 st, sedge st in the 1st sc, skip 2 st. *sedge st in next st, sk 2 st.  rep from * around.  until last sc.  sedge in last sc.  sl st in 1st st to join (this will be your 1st sc)  (9 sedge st)

R4-R8:  rep R3 or until you reach your desired height.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

 

That’s it!  You have completed your own Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs!  I would LOVE to see your version of your Rugged Slopes Boot Cuffs!  You can tag me at any of my Social Media Sites listed above using any of the hashtags below.

#ruggedslopesbootcuffs #ruggedslopesbootcuffscrochetpattern #ruggedslopesbootcuffspattern #joeyleabaird #joscraftyhook #joscraftyhookdesigns #jo_bear38

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Free Cancer Hat Patterns Roundup

October is Cancer Awareness Month. There are many forms of cancer that can affect babies, toddlers, teens, and adults.

In recognition of Cancer Awareness Month I have enlisted a number of crochet designers who want to help raise awareness. You will find all of the crochet patterns below free on each designer's website.

You can crochet and donate these hat designs to donate to family, friends, and cancer centers across the world..

Berry Topper Beanie from Jo's Crafty Hook.

I used multiple colors to make the Berry Topper Beanie just for kids because their are many forms of cancer that they are diagnosed with.

https://joscraftyhook.com/berry-topper-beanie/

Cancer Chemo Hat Pattern - Kim's Beanie from Through the Loop Yarn Craft.

.This year Through The Loop Yarn Crafts design for a crochet chemo hat pattern is inspired by and in honor of a longtime friend who has had a long battle with breast cancer, Kim.

https://www.throughtheloopyc.com/crochet-chemo-hat-pattern-kims-beanie/

Winter Links Beanie from Emerald Cherub Crochet.

The Winter Links Beanie creates a thick fabric with minimal gaps, due to the nature of the stitches.

https://emeraldcherub.com/winterlinksbeanie/

Louka Beanie from Through the Loop Yarn Craft.

It’s October which means it time again for the Crochet Cancer Challenge. Through the Loop Yarn Craft has created a brand new pattern contribute; the Louka Beanie.

Ashley joins Sweet Potato 3 who hosts an amazing event that brings awareness and help support those battling Cancer. 

https://www.throughtheloopyc.com/louka-beanie-free-pattern/

Pink Ribbon Hat from My Fingers Fly.

My Fingers Fly’s crochet pattern is for an elegant chemo hat with a ring of pink ribbons around it using worsted weight yarn in white and pink.

https://myfingersflyblog.com/product/pink-ribbon-hat-crochet-pattern/

Victoria Kid's Pillow Hat from Regina P Designs.

The pillow hat looks like a pillowcase for your head. Victoria needed made for her and her little sister wanted one too. 

https://www.reginapdesigns.com/post/victoria-kid-s-pillow-hat-pattern

Rock Steady Beanie from Through the Loop Yarn Craft.

The Rocksteady Beanie design incorporates the color Lime to represent Lymphoma.

https://www.throughtheloopyc.com/rocksteady-beanie-free-pattern/

Little Nugget Preemie Beanie from Jo's Crafty Hook.

I wanted to share this beanie to bring awareness to Cancer because we recently lost our young niece who fought braving and never lost her love for life.  I have also have had family members who have had cancer in one form or another.

https://joscraftyhook.com/little-nugget-preemie-beanie/

Berry Topper Beanie

The Berry Topper Beanie is a FREE crochet pattern that is a great pattern for kids.  This design was created for Cancer Awareness. 

Cancer affects babies, kids, and adults alike.  I used multiple colors because there are many forms of cancer that have affected my family in one form or another.  Help me raise awareness by crocheting this hat and donating it to a cancer ward, anyone you know who is fighting cancer or for your family and friends.  You can also donate this to any Cancer Awareness Charity Drive for all ages.

The Berry Topper Beanie crochet pattern uses multiple stitches that you can master by doing the row repeats.  The crochet stitches used are the Back Loop Only, the Half Double Crochet in the 3rd Loop, the Puff Stitch, and the Half Double Crochet 2 Together.  There are Left Handed

 

 

 

Berry Topper Free Crochet Pattern

 

 

Materials Needed
  • J 6.0 mm Crochet Hook
  • 200 yds #4 yarn Worsted/Aran Weight
  • Scissors
  • Tapestry Needle

Stitches Used/Abbreviations

hdc – half double crochet
hd2tog – half double crochet 2 together
sl st – slip stitch
ps – puff stitch
ch – chain
blo – back loop only
st(s) –stitch or stitches
dec – decrease
rep – repeat
YO – Yarn Over
hdc 3rd loop – half double crochet in the 3rd loop
RS – Right Side

Pattern Notes

Pattern is written in U.S. Crochet Terms.
I am left handed so Video Tutorials demonstrated Special Stitches
Beginning chain 1 does NOT count as a stitch
chain 1 counts as a stitch in the puff stitch round.
chain 2 does not count as a stitch.
Beanie is worked from the bottom up.
Beanie is worked in the round.

Special Stitches 

HDC in 3rd Loop  – when working in rounds without turning, the front of the previous round is facing you. In this case, the third loop is at the back. You can find it by tilting the work towards you slightly and looking behind the front and back loops.  Video Tutorial here.

Puff Stitch: YO, insert hook into indicated st. YO, pull up loop. (YO, insert hook into the same st, YO, pull up loop) 2 times. YO, pull through 7 loops on the hook.

HDC2TOG:  half double crochet 2 st(s) together.  YO, insert hook in next st, YO, pull up a loop, insert hook in next st, YO, pull up a loop, pull through all 4 loops on hook.

Running Stitch – weave into each stitch around to close.

 

Left Video Tutorials:

Half Double Crochet in 3rd loop

Puff Stitch

Half Double Crochet 2 Together

Running Stitch

Free Crochet Pattern

 

BAND:

R1: ch 11, sc into the 2nd ch from your hook, sc next 8 st(s), sc in last st . (10 sc)

R2: ch 1, turn. sc into 1st st, blo next 8 st(s), sc in last st (10 sc)

R3-R56: ch 1, turn. sc in the 1st st, sc in blo in next 8 st(s), sc in the last st.  (10 sc)

Once you work 56 rows place the RS (last row) together, sl st or sewing the band closed.  band should measure 16”.

Do NOT turn or fasten off.

 

Hat Body:

R1:  ch 1, sc in same st and each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (56 sc)

R2:  ch 2, hdc in same st and each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join. (56 hdc)

R3-R4:  ch 2, hdc in same st, hdc in 3rd loop around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (56 hdc)

R5:  ch 2, hdc in same st, *sk the next st, ps in the next st.   rep from * around.  sl st in top of ch 2 to join.  (56 hdc)

Rep R2-R5 three times.

 

Crown:

R1 (dec):  ch 2, hdc in same st and in next 5 st(st), *hdc2tog, hdc in next 6 st(s).  rep from * around.  sl st in top of ch 2 to join.

R2 (dec):  ch 2,  in same st and in next 4 st(s), *hdc2tog, hdc in next 5 st(s).  rep from * around.  sl st in top of ch 2 to join.

R3 (dec):  ch 2, hdc in same st and in next 3 st(s), *hdc2tog, hdc in next 4 st(st). rep from * around.  sl st in top of ch 2 to join.

R4 (dec):  ch 2, hdc in same st and in next 2 st(s), *hdc2tog, hdc in the next 3 st(s).  sl st in top of ch 2 to join.

R5:  ch 2, hdc in same st.  ps around.  sl st in top of ch 2 to join.

R6:  ch 2, hdc in same st and each st around.  sl st in top of ch 2 to join

leave a long tail of to sew top of crown closed.  I used the running st.  pull yarn tight, sl st in 1st st to close.

asten off and weave in ends.

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That’s it!  You have completed your Berry Topper!  I would LOVE to see your version!  Please tag me at any of my Social Media Sites listed below.

Jo’s Crafty Hook on IG
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You can find more of my premium crochet patterns at the links below.  You can also find FREE crochet patterns on my website.

Ravelry

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Etsy Shop

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Email:  j.o@joscraftyhook.com

Website

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Facebook Page:  Crochet Designer Community

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Turning Leaves Scarf

With the weather changing here in NE Ohio I love to see the leaves turning colors and turning towards the middle.  This is how I came up with the design of this crochet pattern.  The Turning Leaves Scarf shows the leaves turning colors and shows them turning towards the middle.

My guys, my hubby and my son and my son’s dog Freyja look great modeling the Turning Leaves Scarf for me.  I even got my son’s dog Freyja modeling the Turning Leaves Scarf.  lol  As you can see this is a great Unisex scarf.

 

 

In the Turning Leaves Scarf crochet pattern I used part of the flower making  technique that was originally used in my Mae’s Flowers and my Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan.  I did a CAL in May sharing my Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan crochet patterns.  You can find out the story behind this design and find the free pattern for the flowers and afghan on my website.  You can find the premium version of the Mae’s Flowers Crochet Pattern at my Ravelry Store.

 

 

Here is a little video I put together showing what goods sports they all are even when they are being silly.  lol

 

 

 

 

I hope you find some awesome crochet patterns to use up the scrap yarn you have stashed away, wondering what you were going to do with.  lol

 

As you can see by the pictures of my fabulous testers’ version, the design creates a nice textured look due to the turning of the leaves.

Thank you Beth Bjerklie, Suzanne Lively Boren, Frances Gonzales, Liz Hasler, and Karen Reinhart for your lovely versions and your great feedback!

 

 

 

You will find the free crochet pattern for the Turning Leaves Scarf Below.

Thank you for your interest in my Turning Leaves Scarf crochet pattern.  Inside the premium version of the Turning Leaves crochet pattern you will find step-by-step picture tutorials for left and right hand crocheters.  These pic tutorials are to help you with the leaf part of the pattern.  You can the a premium copy from my Ravelry Store by clicking on the picture below.

 

Info about the Turning Leaves Crochet Pattern

I used Red Heart Super Saver in 3 colors.  I used 350 yds for a 66” scarf.  Weight: Medium (4)  Contents: 100% acrylic  Skein Weight: 7 oz. / 198 g  Yardage: 364 yd. / 333 m

Materials:

400-700 yds of #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
US H Crochet Hook or 5mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

sc = single crochet
 sp = space
dc = double crochet
 rep = repeat
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
st = stitch
MC = Main Color
CC = Contrasting Color
CC2 = 2nd Contrasting Color
WS = Wrong Side

Notes:
You will find step-by-step pic tutorials for left and right handers inside the premium crochet pattern. (I am a lefty)
The scarf uses a multiple of 3+1
ch 5 counts as a dc + ch 2
each ch counts as a st
The scarf can be customized using the multiples of 3 for width.
You can customize the length by using your height plus 4-6” 

Special Stitch:

Leaf – sl st in the st marked.  ch 4, dc in the 1st ch of ch 4.  ch 4 again, dc in the ch 1 of the ch 4 just made.  sl st in the same st as the beginning of the leaf.

 

Using MC

R1:  ch 17 (25, 33, 41) sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch across.  turn  (16, 24, 32, 40)

R2:  ch 5, sk 2 st  *(sl in next st, ch 4, dc in ch 1 of ch 4, ch 4, dc in ch 1 of ch 4, sl st in same st) ch 2, sk 2 st  rep from * until last st.  ch 2, dc in last st. turn Small (2 dc, 4 leaves, 5 ch-2) Medium (2 dc, 7 leaves, 5 ch-2) Large (2 dc, 10 leaves, 5 ch-2) XL (2 dc, 13 leaves, 5 ch-2) 

R3:  ch 5, *sc between 2 dc (the leaf) from previous row, ch 2. rep from * until ch-5 sp, dc in top ch-3.  turn 

R4:  ch 5, sk 2 st  *(sl in next sc, ch 4, dc in ch 1 sp, ch 4, dc in ch 1 sp, sl st in same sc) ch 2, sk 2 st.  rep from * until last st.  ch 2, dc in last st. turn

Small (2 dc, 4 leaves, 5 ch-2)
Medium (2 dc, 7 leaves, 5 ch-2)
Large (2 dc, 10 leaves, 5 ch-2)
XL (2 dc, 13 leaves, 5 ch-2) 

Rep R3-R4 until your scarf measures 54” (60” 66” 72” 78”) or until your desired length.  Do NOT fasten off.  turn

**You can use a CC after every 2, 4, etc rows**

Rep R3 once more.

Last Row:  ch 1, sc in same st and each rem st across.  Do NOT fasten off IF using the same color for Border.

Fasten off IF you are changing colors.

Border:

Attach CC2 yarn with a sl st in last st worked.

Step 1:
Turn to work down the side of the scarf.  ch 1, *sc in next st, sc in side post. rep from * until last st.  (sc ch 1, sc) all in last st.

Step 2:
Turn to work across the bottom of the scarf.  sc in each sc until last st.  (sc, ch 1, sc) all in last st.

Step 3:
Turn to work up the side of the scarf.  ch 1, *sc in next st, sc in side post. Rep from * until last st.  (sc ch 1, sc) all in last st.

Step 4:
Turn to work across the top of the scarf.  sc in each st across. sl st in last st to join.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

That’s it!  You have completed your own Turning Leaves Scarf!  I would LOVE to see your version of your Turning Leaves Scarf!  You can tag me at any of my Social Media Sites listed above using any of the hashtags below.

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C2C Sun Square

I am SO excited to finally able to share my very 1st C2C crochet pattern, the C2C Sun Square!  I got to tell ya, I was SO freaked out when Helen of Sunflower Cottage Crochet first asked me to design one for the C2C Community Garden CAL!!

 

 

 

The Community Garden C2C Blanket CAL hosted by Sunflower Cottage Crochet that started back in September.  You can find out more about the CAL at the Main Roundup Page.

 

Community Garden CAL

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Community Garden eBook

 

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Enjoy the Sun C2C Square Free Crochet Pattern  Below.

 

Colour Colour you are using No of Sts
Blue (B) 400
Yellow (Y) 225

 

Written Instructions:

 

↙ Row 1 [RS]: (B) x 1 (1 square)

↗ Row 2 [WS]: (B) x 2 (2 squares)

↙ Row 3 [RS]: (B) x 3 (3 squares)

↗ Row 4 [WS]: (B) x 4 (4 squares)

↙ Row 5 [RS]: (B) x 2, (Y) x 1, (B) x 2 (5 squares)

↗ Row 6 [WS]: (B) x 2, (Y) x 2, (B) x 2 (6 squares)

↙ Row 7 [RS]: (B) x 3, (Y) x 1, (B) x 3 (7 squares)

↗ Row 8 [WS]: (B) x 3, (Y) x 2, (B) x 3 (8 squares)

↙ Row 9 [RS]: (B) x 4, (Y) x 1, (B) x 4 (9 squares)

↗ Row 10 [WS]: (B) x 4, (Y) x 2, (B) x 4 (10 squares)

↙ Row 11 [RS]: (B) x 5, (Y) x 1, (B) x 5 (11 squares)

↗ Row 12 [WS]: (B) x 5, (Y) x 2, (B) x 5 (12 squares)

↙ Row 13 [RS]: (Y) x 1, (B) x 12 (13 squares)

↗ Row 14 [WS]: (B) x 12, (Y) x 2 (14 squares)

↙ Row 15 [RS]: (B) x 1, (Y) x 2, (B) x 12 (15 squares)

↗ Row 16 [WS]: (B) x 6, (Y) x 5, (B) x 1, (Y) x 2, (B) x 2 (16 squares)

↙ Row 17 [RS]: (B) x 3, (Y) x 1, (B) x 1, (Y) x 7, (B) x 5 (17 squares)

↗ Row 18 [WS]: (B) x 5, (Y) x 8, (B) x 5 (18 squares)

↙ Row 19 [RS]: (B) x 5, (Y) x 9, (B) x 5 (19 squares)

↗ Row 20 [WS]: (B) x 6, (Y) x 9, (B) x 5 (20 squares)

↙ Row 21 [RS]: (B) x 6, (Y) x 9, (B) x 6 (21 squares)

↗ Row 22 [WS]: (B) x 6, (Y) x 10, (B) x 6 (22 squares)

↙ Row 23 [RS]: (B) x 7, (Y) x 9, (B) x 7 (23 squares)

↗ Row 24 [WS]: (B) x 2, (Y) x 4, (B) x 1, (Y) x 10, (B) x 7 (24 squares)

↙ Row 25 [RS]: (B) x 3, (Y) x 4, (B) x 1, (Y) x 9, (B) x 2, (Y) x 4, (B) x 2 (25 squares)

Corner at both sides 

↗ Row 26 [WS]: (B) x 2, (Y) x 4, (B) x 1, (Y) x 10, (B) x 1, (Y) x 4, (B) x 2 (24 squares)

↙ Row 27 [RS]: (B) x 2, (Y) x 4, (B) x 1, (Y) x 9, (B) x 7 (23 squares)

↗ Row 28 [WS]: (B) x 6, (Y) x 10, (B) x 6 (22 squares)

↙ Row 29 [RS]: (B) x 6, (Y) x 9, (B) x 6 (21 squares)

↗ Row 30 [WS]: (B) x 5, (Y) x 9, (B) x 6 (20 squares)

↙ Row 31 [RS]: (B) x 5, (Y) x 9, (B) x 5 (19 squares)

↗ Row 32 [WS]: (B) x 5, (Y) x 8, (B) x 5 (18 squares)

↙ Row 33 [RS]: (B) x 5, (Y) x 7, (B) x 5 (17 squares)

↗ Row 34 [WS]: (B) x 3, (Y) x 1, (B) x 1, (Y) x 5, (B) x 6 (16 squares)

↙ Row 35 [RS]: (B) x 11, (Y) x 2, (B) x 2 (15 squares)

↗ Row 36 [WS]: (B) x 1, (Y) x 2, (B) x 11 (14 squares)

↙ Row 37 [RS]: (B) x 11, (Y) x 2 (13 squares)

↗ Row 38 [WS]: (Y) x 1, (B) x 4, (Y) x 2, (B) x 5 (12 squares)

↙ Row 39 [RS]: (B) x 5, (Y) x 1, (B) x 5 (11 squares)

↗ Row 40 [WS]: (B) x 4, (Y) x 2, (B) x 4 (10 squares)

↙ Row 41 [RS]: (B) x 4, (Y) x 1, (B) x 4 (9 squares)

↗ Row 42 [WS]: (B) x 3, (Y) x 2, (B) x 3 (8 squares)

↙ Row 43 [RS]: (B) x 3, (Y) x 1, (B) x 3 (7 squares)

↗ Row 44 [WS]: (B) x 2, (Y) x 2, (B) x 2 (6 squares)

↙ Row 45 [RS]: (B) x 2, (Y) x 1, (B) x 2 (5 squares)

↗ Row 46 [WS]: (B) x 4 (4 squares)

↙ Row 47 [RS]: (B) x 3 (3 squares)

↗ Row 48 [WS]: (B) x 2 (2 squares)

↙ Row 49 [RS]: (B) x 1 (1 square)

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Maze’s Cat Toy Free Crochet Pattern

Maze’s Cat Toy Free Crochet Pattern

Does your cat like to curl up on your clothes, your current WIP or anything else they can find?  Well, I decided to design a crochet pattern for a cat toy that they can play with or even cuddle up with.  Below you will find the Maze’s Cat Toy Free Crochet Pattern. The cat toy crochet pattern can be customized for any size cat.  You can even make this for your puppy or dog.

 

 

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Info Needed for Maze’s Cat Toy

 

 

I used Red Heart Super Saver for both colors.  Contents: 100% acrylic  Skein Weight: 7 oz. / 198 g. Yardage: 364 yd. / 333 m

Materials:
US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm Crochet Hook
MC – 120-130 yds #4 Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
CC – 15-20 yds #4 Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
.4-.6 oz Dacron/Pillow Stuffing

Finished Size:
6” x 12”
Customize to your size

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
fdc = foundation double crochet
fpdc = front post double crochet
ldc = long double crochet
rep = repeat

Special Stitches:
Front Post Double Crochet – Double crochet around the front post of the dc from the previous row.
Long Double Crochet –  Yarn over, insert hook in the double crochet 2 rows down, yarn over, pull up a loop to the height of the previous stitch, [yarn over, draw through 2 loops on hook] 2 times.

Special Notes:

  1.  Ch 3 counts as a dc. 
  2. Stitch count is a multiple of 3.
  3. Gauge and Size are not 100% necessary for the cat toy, so size may be different than gauge.
  4. If you would like a bigger or smaller size use a multiple of 3.  You can also add or decrease the rows stated.

Video Tutorials:
You can find all of the Video Tutorials on my YouTube Channel

Front Post Double Crochet – Right Handed

Front Post Double Crochet – Left Handed

Long Double Crochet – Right Handed

Long Double Crochet – Left Handed

Running Stitch


Gauge:
US G Crochet Hook or 4.5 mm Crochet Hook
16 st x 8 rows = 4”

**Due to different thicknesses in yarn, gauge does not need to be met**

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Maze’s Cat Toy Free Crochet Pattern:



Using MC

Leave a long tail of yarn to sew the top of the toy closed.

R1:  fdc 48 sl st in top of 1st st to join. Sew foundation row closed. 48 fdc
Optional:  ch 48 sl st in 1st st to join, being sure not to twist the chain.  ch 3 and dc around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  48 dc

R2-R4: ch 3, fpdc in the next st *dc in the next st, fpdc in the next st*  rep from * around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  48 st

Using your tapestry needle and the Running Stitch, weave your yarn through each stitch.  Pull yarn tight to close the bottom of the cat toy and fasten off.

Running Stitch

Pull tightly to close.

R5-R6:  ch 3, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  48 dc

Change to CC 

R7:  ch 3, ldc in next st and in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  48 ldc

Change to MC

R8-R9:  ch 3, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  48 dc

Change to CC

R10:  ch 3, ldc in next st and in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  48 dc 

R11-R21:  Rep R8-10

Change to MC

R22-R24:  ch 3, fpdc in the next st *dc in the next st, fpdc in the next st.   rep from * around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  48 st 

R25:  ch 3, dc in next st and in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  48 dc 

Leave a long tail of yarn to sew the pillow closed.

Stuff the cat pillow with as much dacron/pillow as you’d like to have a firm toy.


Adding Dacron

Using your tapestry needle and the Running Stitch, weave your yarn through each stitch.  Pull yarn tight to close the top of the cat toy and fasten off.


Running Stitch

Pull tight to close top of cat toy.

Weave in any loose ends and fasten off.

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Little Nugget Preemie Beanie

The Little Nugget Beanie is a crochet pattern I designed especially for Preemie Babies.  The Beanies can be donated to your local hospital’s NICU, to the families who have preemie babies,  or any charity that needs beanies because the Little Nugget Beanie crochet pattern can be customized for any size found in the Gauge below.

 

October is Cancer Awareness Month.  I wanted to share this beanie and bring awareness to Cancer because we recently lost our young niece who fought braving and never lost her love for life.  I have also have had family members who have had cancer in one form or another.  The Little Nugget Beanie is a pattern that can be customized for small babies to young toddlers.  This beanie can also be donated to Cancer Patients, Cancer Wards at your local hospital or donating to any local charity.

 

The Little Nugget Beanie free crochet pattern is listed below.  You can also be find a premium copy FREE download from my Ravelry Store that has all of the steps listed below.  You can share the link to your family and friends who would love to help spread the word about Cancer Awareness.

Materials Needed


US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm Crochet Hook
50-75 yds #4 Worsted Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle  

Stitches Used/Abbreviations
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
fsc – foundation single crochet
hhdc – herringbone half double crochet
sl st – slip stitch
st – stitch
WS – Wrong Side

Gauge
US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm Crochet Hook
12 st x 12 Rows = 4”

Finished Size:
6” x 8”

Pattern Notes 

  1. Ch 1 does NOT count as a st.
  2. This beanie is worked as a rectangle.  The chain length is the height of the hat, and the length of the rectangle will be the circumference.
  3. To close the top of the hat, you will use a running stitch sewing and weaving the side and the crown closed.

 

Video Tutorials
Foundation Single Crochet here.
Invisible Stitch here.
Running Stitch here

Herringbone Half Double Crochet Right Handed here

Here is a great left handed video tutorial I made to help you with the Herringbone Half Double Crochet (hhdc)

 

Special Stitch
Herringbone Half Double Crochet:

1. Yarn over, insert hook into next stitch and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook)
2. Pull first loop straight through the second (similar to a slip stitch)
3. Yarn over, pull through two remaining loops on hook.

 

Little Nugget Beanie Free Crochet Pattern

 

 

 

6” x 16”  Preemie

R1:  FSC 18 turn
Optional:  ch 19, sc in the 2nd hook and each remaining st.  Turn (18 sc)

R2:  Ch 1, sc in same st, hhdc in the next 16 st, and sc in the last st. Turn (2 sc & 16 hhdc)

R3-R48:  Repeat R2 or until the piece measures 16”

Leave a long tail of yarn about 22” – 24” to sew together the sides of the hat and the crown.

 

Rectangle for Circumference

 

Step 1:
Line up the WS of the last row to the WS of the foundation row.

 

Sew Short Row Closed

 

 

Step 2:
With your tapestry needle, use the running stitch to sew the short rows together,  Do not pull the yarn tight or fasten off.

Short Side Closed

Step 3:
Turn your work with the long side facing up.

Step 4:
With your tapestry needle, weave the yarn through each st to sew the long side together.  

Step 5:
Pull your yarn tight to close the crown.

Fasten off and use your tapestry needle weave in any loose ends.

 

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That’s it!  You have completed your Little Nugget Beanie!  I would LOVE to see your version!  Please tag me at any of my Social Media Sites listed below.

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