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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Double Cross Mobius Cowl

The Double Cross Mobius Cowl crochet is an oversized mobius cowl that is to be wrapped around your neck twice.  There are a couple of reasons I named this the Double Cross Mobius Cowl.

The wrapping around your neck twice is how I came up with the first part of it’s name.  The other part of the name I chose comes from the Double Crochet Cross Stitch, but with a different twist.

Because I used a thicker bulky yarn from knitpicks I wanted taller stitches in the cowl.  The extended double crochet and the extended double crochet cross stitch helped create those taller stitches.  

 

 

The extended double crochet and extended double crochet cross stitch is an idea that comes from using the Double Crochet Cross Stitch.  If you have never crocheted the Double Crochet Cross Stitch, I recommend trying this first.  To help you master all of these stitches, I have added 3 of my Left Handed Video Tutorials demonstrating how to crochet each stitch.

 

The Double Crochet Cross Stitch left handed video tutorial below demonstrates how to crochet this stitch.


The 2nd left handed video tutorial demonstrates how to crochet the Extended Double Crochet.


The 3rd left hand video tutorial I demonstrate how to crochet the stitch I created, the Extended Double Crochet Cross Stitch.

 

 

 

Check out more about the Double Cross Mobius Cowl crochet pattern, sponsored by #wecrochetofficial #wecrochet WeCrochet below.

 

 

Information about the Double Cross Mobius Cowl Crochet Pattern.

Material I Used:

MC – 270-400 yds of #7 Bulky Weight Yarn
CC – 230-370 yds of #7 Bulky Weight Yarn
US J Crochet Hook or 6 mm
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Marker

For the double cross mobius cowl I used  KnitPicks Brava yarn

This yarn is a thicker bulky yarn, #7.  The yarn is 100% acrylic and the yardage per skein is 136 yds or 100 g

I will definitely be using this yarn again because it is so soft and glides through your fingers like butter!

For my Main Color (MC) I used the color Sienna

 

 

For my Contrasting Color (CC) or second color I used Brindle

 

 

 

 

The Double Crochet Mobius Cowl Crochet Pattern has step-by-step picture tutorials and helpful left handed Video Tutorials for the 3 different stitches I used in making the cowl. 

The crochet pattern also has 3 different sizes to choose from; Small, Medium, and Large.  Inside the pattern you will also find out how to customize the cowl to fit your style, size, and colors.

If you are interested in trying to make one for yourself or someone you know, you can purchase a premium copy of my Double Cross Mobius Cowl at my Ravelry Store.

 

 

 

 


If you would like me to make the Double Crochet Mobius Cowl, I do take Custom Orders.  I can crochet you or someone you know, your  own Handmade Crocheted Creation is your style, size, and color(s)  You can email me at j.o@joscraftyhook.com

 

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Fall into Autumn Blog Hop 2022

September 1-30, 2022 starts the Fall into Autumn Blog Hop.  You can take advantage of daily FREE crochet patterns that are perfect for Autumn!  This blog hop is being sponsored by #wecrochetofficial #wecrochet #knitpicks  There is also a Fall into Autumn Bundle to treat yourself with!  More info below.

 

 

There will be 32 crochet designers participating and giving away a FREE copy of their newest Autumn designs!  The image below tells you how the Fall into Autumn Blog Hop works.

 

 

 

Itchin’ for Some Stitchin’ and Ned & Mimi will be hosting this blog hop.  To visit the Fall into Autumn Blog Hop and to find more information, click on the image below to be directed to the blog hop.  Each day you can also visit the roundup to get the daily free crochet pattern from another fabulous crochet designer’s newest Autumn design.

 

 

On Sept 23, 2022 I will be giving away FREE pdf copies of my newest Autumn design, the Double Cross Mobius Cowl.  Be sure to come back here on Sept 23, 2022 to grab a free copy of my Double Cross Mobius Cowl.

 

 

There will also be a Giveaway!  1 lucky WINNER will receive the 2022 Fall into Autumn Pattern Bundle and the Premium Winding Station Tool Kit from #wecrochet “WOW!!”

 

 

Like I said above, you can skip all the blog hopping and treat yourself to the Fall into Autumn Bundle.  

 

 
 
Here are some questions you may have before you decide to treat yourself to one…
What is the Fall into Autumn bundle?
A collection of all 33 patterns in the Fall Into Autumn Blog Hop.
How much does the bundle cost?
The bundle will be offered at $12.99 from August 31 – October 7, 2022, which is over 90% off what one would pay if the patterns were purchased individually. This comes out to about $0.38 per pattern.

How do I treat myself 👏👏 to one?

 

Click HERE to purchase your own Fall into Autumn Bundle.
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Simplicity Set Free Crochet Pattern

Fall is the perfect time of year to crochet Hats, Scarves and Gloves.  When the air starts getting chilly, you want to wear something that keeps warm and toasty.  This is why I am sharing with you one of the most used crochet patterns, the Simplicity Set Crochet Pattern.  This is a great Unisex crochet pattern that can be made for both Men and Women.

In today’s post I am sharing with you a free crochet pattern of the Simplicity Set.  In the Simplicity Set crochet pattern you will find patterns for a matching Hat, Scarf and Fingerless Gloves.  Inside the Simplicity Set Crochet Pattern you will find multiple sizes, Teens, Small & Large Adults.

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Information about the Simplicity Set Crochet Pattern

Materials:
US H Crochet Hook  or 5 mm
250-500 yards of #4 Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
Scissors

Abbreviations:
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
alt ch 2 = alternate chain 2
rem = remaining
rep = repeat
sp = space

Notes:
ch 3 does count as a dc
alt ch 2 counts as a dc
the stitch count is a multiple of 4
Pattern written for: teen, small adult, large adult consecutively

Special Stitches:
alternate chain 2 – counts as a dc and takes the place of a chain 3 which makes a cleaner edge.

Gauge:
US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm
14 dc x 8 Rows = 4″

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Simplicity Beanie Crochet Pattern – #simplicitybeanie

Simplicity Beanie
Simplicity Beanie Crochet Pattern

R1:  ch 56 (64, 72) oin in the 1st ch, creating a circle, being careful not to twist the chain.  ch 3 and dc in each remaining st around.  56 (64, 72) dc

R2:  alt ch 2 or ch 3 and dc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 56 (64, 72) dc

R3-R4:  alt ch 2 or ch 3 and dc in each remaining st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  Turn 56 (64, 72) dc

R5:  alt ch 2 or ch 3 and dc in each remaining st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  Turn 56 (64, 72) dc

Rep R5 until the hat measures 6.5”  ( 7.5”, 8”)   Do NOT fasten off.

Once you have met the inches required for your size, leave a long tail of 4-6 inches and weave the top of the hat closed.

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Simplicity Scarf Crochet Pattern – #simplicityscarf

 

 


R1
ch 21 (25, 29) Turn

R2:  alt ch 2 or ch 3 and dc in each remaining st across.  turn 21 (25, 29) dc

rep R2 until the scarf measures 44” (56”, 68”) long  or until your desired length.

Fasten off and weave in your ends.

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Simplicity Fingerless Gloves Crochet Pattern 

 

First Glove

R1ch 20, 24 or 28, join in the 1st ch, creating a circle, being careful not to twist the chain.  alt ch 2 or ch 3 and dc in each remaining st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 20 (24, 28) 

R2-R8: alt ch 2 or  ch 3 and dc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 20 (24, 28) dc

**If you would like a longer glove body, add more dc rounds here**

 

Thumb Shaping

R9:  alt ch 2 or  ch 3, 2 dc in next 6 (8, 10) st and dc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 26 (32, 38) st

R10-R11:  alt ch 2 or  ch 3 and dc in each remaining st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 26 (32, 38) st

Thumb Decrease

R12-R14:  alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in the next 15 (19, 23) st, skip the next 7 (8, 9) st, dc in the rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join. turn 20 (24, 28) st

**If you would like to cover more of your hand, add more dc rounds here**

R15:  ch 1, sc in same sp and each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  20 (24, 28) sc

Fasten off.  Weave in ends.

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Second Glove

R1:  ch 20 (24 or 28)  sl st 1st ch to join, creating a circle, being careful not to twist the ch.  ch 3 and dc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 20 (24, 28) dc

R2-R8: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 20 (24, 28) dc

**If you would like a longer glove body, add more dc rounds here**


Thumb Shaping

R9:  alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next 15 (17, 19) st, 2 dc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 26 (32, 38) dc

R10-R11:  alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 26 (32, 38) dc

Thumb Decreases

R12:  alt ch 2 or ch 3, skip the next 7 (8, 9) st, dc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 20 (24, 28) dc

R13-R14:  alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  turn 20 (24, 28)) dc

R15
:  ch 1, sc in same sp, sc in each rem st around.  sl st in 1st to join.  20 (24, 28) sc

Fasten off.  Weave in ends.

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That’s it!  You have completed the Simplicity Set!  I would LOVE to see your version of my crochet pattern!  I LOVE to see all the different colors and sizes!

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Changing Seasons Centerpiece Free Crochet Pattern

I love to decorate my home for the different seasons.  Fall is my favorite time of year. I love seeing the different flowers in bloom and all tree leaves change colors!  Inside this post you will find the Changing Seasons Centerpiece Free Crochet Pattern, with 2 versions to choose from.

You can decorate your end tables, coffee tables, and use them on your dining room table to add a festive touch!  The centerpiece is a great scrap busting crochet pattern that can be used to decorate your home any time of year! 

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Changing Seasons Centerpiece Information

I used Lion Brand Basic Stitch #4 Medium Weight Yarn.  (3.5oz, 100g) (185 yds, 170 m)

Materials:
US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm Crochet Hook
200-250  yards of #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
ch = chain
st = st
sc = single crochet
sp = space
dc = double crochet
sl st = slip stitch
alt ch 2 = alternate chain 2
beg shell = beginning shell
inc = increase
rep = repeat
rem = remaining

Special Stitches:

alternate chain 2 = takes the place of the ch 3 for a cleaner edge.
beginning shell = (alt ch 2 or ch 2, dc in same st, ch 2,  2 dc) all in the same space.
shell = (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) all in the same space.
beginning picot shell = alt ch 2 or ch 2, dc in same st, ch 4, sl st in 1st ch of ch 4, 2 dc) all in the same space.
picot shell = 2 dc, ch 4, sl st in 1st ch of ch 4, 2 dc) all in the same space.

Notes:

  • Table cover is worked in the round.
  • There are 2 versions to choose from.
  • alt ch 2 or ch 2 does count as a half double crochet.
  • alt ch 2 takes the place of a chain 2 or chain 3.
  • I changed colors after a certain amount of rounds, but you don’t have to.
  • Be sure to use the same thickness of yarn.

Finished Size:
20” x 20” Version 1
22” x 22” Version 2

Gauge:
Hook US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm Crochet Hook
Gauge Swatch is worked in the round.
4 shells x 4 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch:
Swatch is worked in the round.
R1-R3 of Base


Centerpiece Crochet Pattern -Version 1

Using MC

R1: ch 3 and 8 dc in 1st ch.  sl st in 1st dc to join. (8 dc)
Optional:  Make a Magic Circle adding 8 dc.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (8 dc)
R2 (inc): alt ch 2 (or ch 2), dc in same st and 2 dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (16 dc)
R3:  beg shell, sc in next st, *shell in next st, sc in next st.  rep from * around. sl to join in 1st st to join.  (8 Shells)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Change Color

R4:  attach yarn with a sl st in ch-2 sp, ch 1 and sc in ch-2 sp *ch 5, sc in next ch-2 sp of shell.  rep from * around.  sl st into 1st st to join.  (8 ch-5 sp)
R5:  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) and 4 dc all in ch-5 sp *5 dc in each ch-5 sp around.   sl st in 1st st to join.  (40 dc)
R6: alt ch 2 (or ch 2) in 1st st, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (40 dc)
R7:  beg shell, sc in 1st st, shell *sc in next 2 st, shell, sc in next st, shell.  rep from * around until last 2 st.  sc in last 2 st.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (16 shells & 24 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Change color

R8:  attach yarn with a sl st in ch-2 sp, ch 1 and sc in ch-2 sp *ch 5, sc in next ch-2 sp of shell.  rep from * around.  sl st into 1st st to join.  (16 ch-5 sp)
R9 (inc):  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) and 4 dc all in ch-5 sp *5 dc in each ch-5 sp around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (80 dc)
R10:  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) in 1st st, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (80 dc)
R11:  ch 1, sc in same st, next st. shell in next st *sc in next 4 st, shell.  rep from * around until last 2 st. sc in last 2 st.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (16 Shells & 64 sc)

Change color 

R12:  attach yarn with a sl st in ch-2 sp, ch 1 and sc in ch-2 sp *ch 7, sc in next ch-2 sp of shell.  rep from * around.  sl st into 1st st to join.  (16 ch-7 sp)
R13 (inc):  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) and 6 dc all in ch-7 sp *7 dc in next ch-7 sp.  rep from * around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (112 dc)
R14:  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) in 1st st, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (112 dc)
R15:  ch 1, sc in same st, sc in next 2 st, shell in next st *sc in next 6 st, shell.  rep from * around until last 3 st.  sc in last 3 st.  sl st in 1st st to join. (16 Shells & 96 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Make a Matching Set

If you like this crochet pattern, you can find the matching Changing Seasons Centerpiece Free Crochet Patterns HERE on my website or for a small fee, you will find it at Ravelry, LoveCrafts, or Etsy.


Centerpiece Crochet Pattern – Version 2

Using MC

R1: ch 3 and 8 dc in 1st ch.  sl st in 1st dc to join. (8 dc)
Optional:  Make a Magic Circle adding 8 dc.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (8 dc)
R2 (inc): alt ch 2 (or ch 2), dc in same st and 2 dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (16 dc)
R3:  beg shell, sc in next st, *shell in next st, sc in next st.  rep from * around. sl to join in 1st st to join.  (8 Shells)

Fasten off and weave in ends

Change Color

R4:  attach yarn with a sl st in ch-2 sp, ch 1 and sc in ch-2 sp *ch 5, sc in next ch-2 sp of shell.  rep from * around.  sl st into 1st st to join.  (8 ch-5 sp)
R5:  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) and 4 dc all in ch-5 sp *5 dc in each ch-5 sp around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (40 dc)
R6: alt ch 2 (or ch 2) in 1st st, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (40 dc)
R7:  beg shell, sc in 1st st, shell *sc in next 2 st, shell, sc in next st, shell.  rep from * around until last 2 st.  sc in last 2 st.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (16 shells & 24 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Change color 

R8:  attach yarn with a sl st in ch-2 sp, ch 1 and sc in ch-2 sp *ch 6, sc in next ch-2 sp of shell.  rep from * around.  sl st into 1st st to join.  (16 ch-6 sp)
R9 (inc):  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) and 4 dc all in ch-6 sp *5 dc in each ch-6 sp around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (80 dc)
R10:  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) in 1st st, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (80 dc)
R11:  ch 1, sc in same st, next st. shell in next st *sc in next 4 st, shell.  rep from * around until last 2 st. sc in last 2 st.  sl st in st to join.  (16 Shells & 64 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Change color 

R12:  attach yarn with a sl st in ch-2 sp, ch 1 and sc in ch-2 sp *ch 7, sc in next ch-2 sp of shell.  rep from * around.  sl st into 1st st to join.  (16 ch-7 sp)
R13 (inc):  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) and 6 dc all in ch-7 sp.  *7 dc in each ch-7 sp around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (112 dc)
R14:  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) in 1st st, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (112 dc)

Edging

R15:  ch 1 sc in same st, sc in next 2 st.  picot shell *sc in next 6 st, picot shell.  rep from * around until last 3 st.  sc in last 3 st.  sl st in top of beg shell to join.  (16 Picot Shells & 96 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Make a Matching Set

If you like this crochet pattern, you can find the matching Changing Seasons Centerpiece Free Crochet Patterns HERE on my website or for a small fee, you will find it at Ravelry, LoveCrafts, or Etsy.

TESTIMONIAL from Catherine Henderson

Joey Lea Baird of Jo’s Crafty Hook has created another stunning pattern she called ” The Changing Seasons Centerpiece.

She has created this centerpiece using basic stitches with several different finishes.

I was so excited & grateful for being part of her test team!

I worked on my version for a weekend  This amazing centerpiece works up so fast, and changes with every new row.  The pattern works great for either a left or right handed crocheter.  With comprehensive easy to understand instructions and photos for reference.

I had so much fun making it, that I found myself rushing through my housework so I could sit down to work on my creation.  I used Value Ball Kringle Sparkle Yarn 8ply, in fall colors, with a 3.5mm hook. You can find this fantastic pattern!

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Changing Seasons Coasters Free Crochet Pattern

I designed the Changing Seasons Coasters because I love to decorate my home for the different seasons.  Fall is my favorite time of year. I love seeing all tree leaves change colors and the different fall flowers!  You can decorate your end tables, coffee tables, and use them on your dining room table to add a festive touch for any season.  There are 2 versions of the coaster inside this post that you can make again and again for all seasons.  

 

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Changing Seasons Coaster Crochet Patterns

Materials:

US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm Crochet Hook
MC – 2 yards of #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
CC – 5 yards of #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:

ch = chain
st = st
sc = single crochet
sp = space
dc = double crochet
sl st = slip stitch
alt ch 2 = alternate chain 2
beg shell = beginning shell
inc = increase
rep = repeat
MC = Main Color
CC = Contrasting Color


Special Stitches:

alternate chain 2 = takes the place of the ch 3 for a cleaner edge.
shell = (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) all in the same space.
beginning shell = (alt ch 2 or ch 2, dc in same st, ch 2,  2 dc) all in the same space.
beginning picot shell = alt ch 2 or ch 2, dc in same st, ch 4, sl st in 1st ch of ch 4, 2 dc) all in the same space.
picot shell = 2 dc, ch 4, sl st in 1st ch of ch 4, 2 dc) all in the same space.


Notes:

  • Coasters worked in the round.  
  • There are 2 versions to choose from.
  • alt ch 2 or ch 2 does count as a half double crochet.
  • alt ch 2 takes the place of a chain 2 or chain 3.
  • I changed colors after a certain amount of rounds, but you don’t have to.
  • Be sure to use the same thickness of yarn.


Finished Size:

6” x 6” Version 1

8” x 8” Version 2

Gauge:

Hook US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm Crochet Hook
4 shells x 4 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch:
Swatch is worked in the round.
R1-R3 of Base

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Using MC

R1: ch 3 and 8 dc in 1st ch.  sl st in 1st dc to join. (8 dc)
Optional:  Make a Magic Circle adding 8 dc.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (8 dc)

R2 (inc): alt ch 2 (or ch 2), dc in same st and 2 dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (16 dc)

R3:  beg shell, sc in next st, *shell in next st, sc in next st.  rep from * around. sl to join in 1st st to join.  (8 Shells)

Fasten off and weave in ends.


Using CC

R4:  attach yarn with a sl st in ch-2 sp, ch 1 and sc in ch-2 sp *ch 5, sc in each ch-2 sp of shell around.  sl st into 1st st to join.  (8 ch-5 sp)  

R5:  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) and 4 dc all in ch-5 sp *5 dc in each ch-5 sp around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (40 dc)

R6: alt ch 2 (or ch 2) in 1st st, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (40 dc)

R7:  beg shell, sc in 1st st, shell *sc in next 2 st, shell, sc in next st, shell.  rep from * around until last 2 st.  sc in last 2 st.  sl st in top of beg shell to join.  (16 shells & 24 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Make a Matching Set

If you like this crochet pattern, you can find the matching Changing Seasons Centerpiece Free Crochet Patterns HERE on my website or for a small fee, you will find it at Ravelry, LoveCrafts, or Etsy.

 

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Using MC

R1: ch 3 and 8 dc in 1st ch.  sl st in 1st hdc to join. (8 dc)
Optional:  Make a Magic Circle adding 8 dc.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (8 dc)

R2 (inc): alt ch 2 (or ch 2), dc in same st and 2 dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (16 dc)

R3:  beg shell, sc in next st, *shell in next st, sc in next st.  rep from * around. sl st in top of ch 3 to join.  (8 Shells)

Fasten off and weave in ends.


Using CC

R4:  attach yarn with a sl st in ch-2 sp, ch 1 and sc in ch-2 sp *ch 5, sc in next ch-2 sp of shell.  rep from * around.  sl st into 1st st to join.  (8 ch-5 sp)  

R5:  alt ch 2 (or ch 2) and 4 dc all in ch-5 sp *5 dc in each ch-5 sp.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (40 dc)

R6: alt ch 2 (or ch 2) in 1st st, dc in each st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (40 dc)

Edging

R7:  beg picot shell, sc in 1st st, picot shell *sc in next 2 st, picot shell, sc in next st, picot shell.  rep from * around until last 2 st.  sc in last 2 st.  sl st in top of beg shell to join.  (16 shells & 24 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Make a Matching Set

If you like this crochet pattern, you can find the matching Changing Seasons Centerpiece Free Crochet Patterns HERE on my website or for a small fee, you will find it at Ravelry, LoveCrafts, or Etsy.

 

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Drawstring Gift Bag

The Drawstring Gift Bag crochet pattern would be the perfect gift to make during the Holidays.  But it doesn’t have to be made only for the holidays, it can be made any time of year when you want to give a gift.  The drawstring gift bag can also be something the recipient can use time and time again.  

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I used Joann Big Twist (6 oz/380 yd)

 

Materials:

40 yds MC 4 ply Worsted Weight/Aran Weight Yarn
20 yds CC 4 ply Worsted Weight/Aran Weight Yarn
US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Markers
4 Beads (Optional)


Stitch/Abbreviations:
st = stitch
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
ps = puff stitch
MC = Main Color
CC = Contrasting Color
SM = Stitch Marker (optional)

 

Notes:
The bag is worked in the round from the bottom up.
Chain 1 of the ps counts as a stitch.
Chain 2 counts as a half double crochet.
Chain 3 counts as a double crochet.
You may want to use a stitch marker at the start of each new row.
If you do not like to fasten off when changing colors, you can carry the colors on the inside of the bag.

 

Special Stitches:
Puff Stitch – Yarn over, Insert hook into the next stitch, *Yarn over and pull up a loop, insert the hook into the same st* rep from *to* for a total of 3 times. You will have 7 loops on hook. Yarn over and pull through all 7 loops on your hook.

 

Video Tutorials:
Puff Stitch Right Handed

Puff Stitch Left Handed

 

Gauge:
US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm
14 dc x 8 rows = 4”

 

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Drawstring Gift Bag Crochet Pattern:

Starting with MC
You will be working on both sides of the starting chain.

R1:  ch 11, 2 sc in the 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 6 st, 2 sc in the next 2 st.  2 sc in the bottom of the starting ch.  2 sc in the next st, sc in the next 6 st, 2 sc in the last 2 st.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (28 sc)

R2-R4: ch 2, hdc in each remaining st around.  sl st in top of ch 2 to join.  (28 hdc)

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to CC

R5:  ch 3, *ps in the next st, ch 1, sk 1.  rep from * until last st, ps in the last st.  sl st in top of ch-3 to join.  (28 st)

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to MC


R6-R8:  ch 3, dc in ps and ch space around.  sl st in top of ch-3 to join.  (28 dc)

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to CC

R9:  ch 3, *ps in the next st, ch 1, sk 1.  rep from * until last st, ps in the last st.  sl st in top of ch-3 to join.  (28 st)

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to MC

R10-R12:  ch 3, dc in ps st and ch space around.  sl st in top of ch-3 to join.  (28 dc)

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to CC

R13:  ch 1, sc in same st and each remaining st around.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (28 sc)

R14:  ch 3, ps in each remaining st around.  sl st in top of ch-3 to join.  (28 st)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Drawstring
Can be made with the color of your choice.


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Step 1:
Leave a 2”-3” tail of yarn for beads, ch of 80.

Step 2:
Leave a 2”-3” tail of yarn for beads. 

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Repeat Steps 1 & 2 for second drawstring.


Drawstring Assembly:

 

Lay your bag flat, staring at an edge of R13,  weave one drawstring through every other st to the end of one side.

Flip the bag over, starting of the opposite side of R13, weave the second ch through every other st to the end of one side.

 

Embellishment

Add 1 bead to the end of each chain.

Tie off, placing knots, at the end of the beads.

Trim your long tails to the same size. 

 

I want to thank my wonderful testers for their awesome versions of the Drawstring Gift Bag!  Thank you Kami Jones, Dana Leigh, Stay Secoy and Kristen Temple Taylor.

 

 

 

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Gentle Waves Baby Blanket Free Crochet Pattern

The Gentle Waves Baby Blanket Free Crochet Pattern was designed to soothe you and your baby as you rock them in gentle waves.  The crochet pattern uses a different version of the ripple stitch.

Inside the pattern you will find 4 different sizes you can crochet.  The 4 sizes are Preemie, Cradle, Receiving and Stroller sizes.  There is also a gauge if you would like to make a smaller or larger version.  You can also  find the Premium crochet pattern in my Ravelry Store.

 

Gentle Waves Baby Blanket FREE Crochet Pattern

 

 

Information Needed:

I used Bernat Softee Baby (362 yds/331 m)  (5 oz/140 g) 

Materials:
1448-2000 yards of #3 ply or DK weight yarn
US G Crochet Hook or 4mm
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
fsc = foundation single crochet
ch = chain
st = stitch
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
sk = skip
RS = Right Side


Gauge:
US G Crochet Hook/4mm
16 dc x 8 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch:
R1: ch 19, dc in 4th ch from hook and in each st across.  Turn
R2-R8:  ch 3 and dc in each remaining st across.

Notes:
alt ch 2 counts as 1st dc
ch 3 counts as 1st dc
Pattern is worked in rows
The blanket comes in 4 sizes:  Preemie, Cradle, Stroller, and Receiving
Stitch count is a multiple of 9

Video Tutorial:
Foundation Single Crochet

Size Chart
Each size can be adjusted by using a multiple of 9 and adding or subtracting the number of rows.

Size Foundation Row Width Height Rows
Preemie 81 20 24 57
Cradle 99 24 28 65
Stroller 144 28 32 73
Receiving 162 32 36 81

 

 

 

 

Gentle Waves Blanket Crochet Pattern:

R1:  fsc 81 (99, 144, 162) turn
Alternative:  ch 82 (100, 145, 163) sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem st across.  turn (81, 99, 144, 162 st)

(RS)  R2: ch 1, sc in 1st st and next 3 st, *3 dc in next st, sc in next 8 st.  rep from * until the last 5 st.  3 dc in next st, sc in last 4 st.  turn  (99, 144, 162, 180 st)

R3: alt ch 2 (or ch 3) sk 1 st, dc in next 3 st, 3 dc in next st, dc in next 4 st, sk 2 st.  *dc in next 4 st, 3 dc in next st, dc in next 4 st, sk 2 st.  rep from * until the last 10 st.  dc in the next 4 st, 3 dc in next st, dc in next 3 st, sk 1 st and dc in last st.  turn (99, 144, 162, 180 st)

(RS) R4: alt ch 2 (or ch 3) sk 2 st, dc in next 2 st, *3 dc in next st, dc in next 3 st, sk 4 st, dc in next 3 st.  rep from * until last 5 st.   dc in next 2 st, sk 2 st, dc in last st.  turn (81, 99, 144, 162 st)

R5:  alt ch 2 (or ch 3) dc in the next 3 st, *3 dc in next st, dc in the next 8 st. rep from * until last 5 st.  dc in next 3 st, sk 1 st, dc in last st.  turn (99, 144, 162, 180 st)

**I changed colors after every R3-R5 rep**

R6-R57 (65, 73, 81):  Repeat Rows 3-5 or until you reach your desired length.  Repeat R3-4 once more.

R58 (66, 74, 82):  ch 1, sc in same st and each rem st across.   (81, 99, 144, 162 st)

Do not fasten off.

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Border:

Turn slightly, to work down the side of the blanket.

 Side One:

sc evenly down the side until the last st.  (sc, ch 1, sc) all in the last st.  

Bottom:

sc in each st across the bottom until the last st.  (sc, ch 1, sc) all in the last st.

2nd Side:

sc evenly up the side until the last st.  (sc, ch 1, sc) all in the last st.

Top:

sc across the top until the last st.  (sc, ch 1, sc) all in the last st.  sl st in the 1st st.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

 

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I would LOVE to thank Ruth Graham and Taralyn Myers for testing.  As you can see, their versions came out Wonderfully!

 

 

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Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Baby Blanket

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Baby Blanket

 

Sweet Dreams Preemie Blanket

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Sweet Dreams Preemie Blanket

 

 

Jacob’s Ladder Kradle Blanket

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Jacob’s Ladder Kradle Blanket

 

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Guy’s Drawstring Bag Free Crochet Pattern

Guy’s Drawstring Gift Bag Free Crochet Pattern

In today’s post you will find the Guy’s Drawstring Bag Free Crochet Pattern.  Have you ever wondered what those guys in your life do with the little things they collect??  

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With Father’s Day right around the corner, this would make the perfect gift for him to store his collectibles.  This crochet pattern doesn’t have to made just for the guys, it can be made for the girls as well!

The Guy’s Drawstring Bag would make a perfect gift for Birthdays, Christmas & the Holidays or just because.

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Information Needed to crochet the bag:

I used Joann Big Twist (6 oz/380 yd)

Materials:
40 yds MC 4 ply Worsted Weight/Aran Weight Yarn
20 yds CC 4 ply Worsted Weight/Aran Weight Yarn
US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Markers

Stitches Used/Abbreviations:
st – stitch
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
hbhdc = herringbone half double crochet
bs = bean stitch
MC = Main Color
CC = Contrasting Color
SM = Stitch Marker
RS = Right Side
WS = Wrong Side

Notes:
The bag is worked in the round from the bottom up with turning rows.

Using a SM will help you keep track of where you start and end the specific rows.

If you do not like to fasten off when changing colors, you can carry the colors on the inside of the bag.

Special Stitches:
Bean Stitch – insert your hook into the stitch, pull up a loop *yarn over insert your hook into the same stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop.  Rep from * once more.  You will have 6 loops on your hook.  Yarn over and pull through all 6 loops.

My Left Handed Video Tutorial for the Herringbone Half Double Crochet can be found on my YouTube Channel.


My Left Handed Herringbone Half Double Crochet


Size:  4” x 5”

Gauge:
US H or 5 mm Crochet Hook
16 hbhdc x 8 rows = 4”

 

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Guy’s Drawstring Bag Free Crochet Pattern:

 

Guy’s Drawstring Bag Ad-Free Premium Crochet Pattern

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Starting with MC

You will be working on both sides of the starting chain.

Starting Chain

ch 13, 2 sc in the 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc in next st, sc in next 8 st, 2 sc in the next 2 st.  continuing around the ch, 2 sc in the next 2 st, sc in the next 8 st, 2 sc in the last 2 st.  place a SM in the last st.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (32 sc)

R1-R4: ch 1 and turn.  hbhdc in next st (where you placed your SM) and each remaining st around.  place SM in the last st.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (32 hbhdc)  R4 will be the RS.

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to CC

R5:  Attach yarn in the 1st st on the RS of the previous row.  ch 1 and sc in same st *bs in the next st, sc in the next st.  rep from * until last st, bs in the last st.  place SM in last st.  sl st in 1st to join.  (32 st)

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to MC


R6:  turnattach yarn in the SM of the previous row on the WS.  ch 1, hbhdc in the next st and each rem st around. place SM in last st.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (32 hbhdc)

R7-R8:  ch 1 and turn.  hbhdc in st with SM and each st around.  place SM in last st.  sl st in 1st to join.  (32 hbhdc)

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to CC

R9:  turn.  attach yarn in the same st as join, on the WS of the previous row.  ch 1 and sc in same st *bs in the next st, sc in the next st.  rep from * until last st, bs in the last st.  place SM in last st.  sl st in 1st to join.  (32 st)

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to MC


R10:  do not turnattach yarn in the last st of the previous row on the RS.  ch 1, hbhdc in the next st and each rem st around.  Place SM in last st.  sl st in 1st st to join.  (32 hbhdc)

R11-R12:  ch 1 and turn. hbhdc in st with SM and each st around.  place SM in last st.  sl st in 1st to join.  (32 hbhdc)

Fasten off and weave in ends or carry your color up the inside of the bag.


Change to CC

R13:  turn.  attach yarn in the same st as join, on the WS of previous row.  ch 1, sc in same st, *ch 1, sk st and sc in next st.  rep from * until the last st, ch 1.  sl st in 1st st st join.

**ch-1 counts as a st**

R14:  do not turn.  ch 1, sc in same st, *bs in ch-1 sp, sc in next st. rep from * until last st, bs in the last st.  sl st in 1st st to join.  place a SM in last st.  (32 st)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Drawstring
Can be made with the color(s) of your choice.

Using MC and CC

Leave a 4-6” tail of yarn for knots and ch 40.  Leave a 4-6” tail of yarn at the end of your ch for knots.


Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Drawstring Assembly:

Step 1:
Place SM in the last st of R14.

Step 2:
Lay the bag flat.  count over 4 bs.

Step 3:
Place SM in the ch-1 sp under the 4th bs and the 5th ch-1 sp under the bs. 

Step 4:
Start weaving your drawstring in the 3rd SM.  weave the drawstring around, ending in the 2nd SM.

Step 5:
Tie off by placing knots at the end of the chain.

Step 6:
Trim your long tails to the same size.

Fasten off and weave in ends.


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Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan Crochet Pattern

Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan Crochet Pattern

You can create your own beautiful blanket using the Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan Crochet Pattern.  This is a great scrap busting project!

Thank you for your interest in my Mae’s Flowers Crochet Pattern.  This is a project that has been in the works for over 25 years.  My gram started making these flowers for an Afghan back in 1994.  I inherited the Afghan when she passed away about 20 years ago.  It moved from house to house, taken out every once in a while, and I always said I was going to finish it and I have.

I decided I would write out the steps she did and turn it into a crochet pattern.  I took the flowers apart to learn the stitches she used, so I could make my own.  This pattern is dedicated to Gram.  She was a very important part of my life.   I hope you enjoy making the Mae’s Flowers too!  

 

The afghan can be made in a solid color or a variety of colors as you like.  The flowers use such a small amount of yarn that you can use up ALL of that Scrap Yarn you have laying around!

You can find the premium copy of the Mae’s Flower Garden Crochet Pattern for $5 at my Ravelry Store.  Inside the PDF copy of the Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan crochet pattern there are a lot of extra goodies for Right & Left Handed crocheters.

  • 2 Sizes to Choose from – Throw or Lapghan
  • Step-by-Step Picture Tutorials
  • Video Tutorials of Flowers and Assembly

 

Crochet Pattern Details

I used a variety of yarns in a variety of colors.  The Mae’s Flowers can be made in solid or contrasting colors.  This crochet pattern is a great way to use up your scrap yarn.

Materials:
2-4 yds of 4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
US H Crochet Hook or 5mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
ch = chain
st = stitch
sl st = slip stitch
sp = space
rep = repeat
RS = Right Side

Flower Size: 3” x 3”
Flowers Needed:  176

Throw Afghan Size:  48″ x 60″


Notes:
It would be a great idea to weave in your ends as you go.  If you do not, you will spend a long time weaving them in after the afghan is complete

Mae’s Flower Video Tutorial

Mae’s Flower Free Crochet Pattern
Mae’s Flower

R1: make a loose slip knot or a magic circle, ch 2, 8 sc in ch 1 or magic circle.  sl st in 1st sc to join.

R2:  ch 4, dc in ch 1 just made , ch 4, dc in 2nd ch 1 made, sl st in same sc.  *sl st in next sc, ch 4, dc in ch 1 just made, ch 4, dc in 2nd ch 1, sl st in same sc.  rep from * around.  sl st in 1st st to join.

Rep R2 until you have 8 flower petals.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Continue these steps until you have 180 flowers

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Border Pieces

ch 1, 4 dc in ch-1 sp.  sl st in 1st dc to join.  4 dc

Fasten off and weave in ends.

rep until you have 50 Edgers.

Connection Pieces

ch 1, 8 dc in ch-1 sp.  sl st in 1st dc to join.  8 dc

Fasten off and weave in ends.

rep until you have 180 Connectors.

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The Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan Assembly

The assembly of the afghan is simple, but it is better explained in my Assembly Instructions Video Tutorial found on my YouTube Channel.

 

You can purchase the premiun copy of the Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan Crochet Pattern for $5 at my Ravelry Store.  

Inside the premium copy of the Mae’s Flower Garden Afghan crochet pattern there are a lot of extra goodies.  You get:

  • 2 Sizes to Choose from – Throw or Lapghan
  • Step-by-Step Picture Tutorials
  • Video Tutorials of Flowers and Assembly
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