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Sea Shore Skinny Scarf

The Sea Shore Skinny Scarf can be worn as you sit at the sea shore and catch those chilly breezes. You can wear it as a head scarf or as a perfect accessory to any outfit. Below you will find the crochet pattern for the Sea Shore Skinny Scarf.

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US Terminology

Beginner Friendly

I used Cascade Yarns North Shore Prints #3 Ply or DK Weight Yarn 100% Acrylic (220 yds/3.5 oz) (200 m/100 g)

Materials:
US G or 4.25 mm Crochet Hook
200-260 yds DK Weight Cotton/LInen Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used (US Terms):
ch = chain
st(s) = stitch(es)
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
ps = puff stitch
sk = skip
rep = repeat

Notes:
stitch count is a multiple of 10+1
scarf is worked in turning rows

Special Stitch:
Puff Stitch

YO, insert hook into specified st, YO, draw up a high loop, 3 loops on hook.
YO, insert hook into same st, draw up a high loop, 5 loops on hook.
YO insert hook into same st, draw up a high loop, 7 loops on hook.
YO, draw through all 7 loops on hook.

Gauge:
US G or 4.5 mm Crochet Hook
20 st x 8 row repeats = 4”

Gauge Swatch:

If you do not meet Gauge, try going up or down a hook size.

Note: the SeaShore Scarf is the same width and uses the same stitch repeats, so if you prefer, you can start at the actual pattern.

Gauge Swatch

R1: ch 22, sc in 2nd ch from hook *ch 5, sk 4 ch, sc in next ch. rep from * across. turn (4 ch-5 sp) (4 sc)

R2: ch 5, sk sc, ps in 3rd ch of ch-5 sp. *ch 5, sk next sc, ps in 3rd ch of next ch-5 sp. rep from* across until last ch-5 sp. ps in 3rd ch of last ch-5 sp, ch 2, dc in last st. turn (4 ps) (4 ch-5 sp) (ch 2) (1 dc)

R3: ch 1, sc in same st. *ch 5, sk the next ps, sc in 3rd ch of next ch-5 sp. rep from * until the last ps. ch 5, sk the last ps, sc in 3rd ch of last ch-5 sp. turn (4 ch-5 sp) (4 sc)

R4-R8: Rep R2-R3

Size Chart

Size	Width	Length	Yardage Used
Child	4”	48”	200
Small	4”	60”	220
Medium	4”	72”	240
Large	4”	84”	260

Sea Shore Skinny Scarf Crochet Pattern

If you prefer your scarf to be wider, add multiples of 10.

R1: ch 22, sc in 2nd ch from hook *ch 5, sk 4 ch, sc in next ch. rep from * across. turn (4 ch-5 sp) (4 sc)

R3: ch 1, sc in same st. *ch 5, sk the next ps, sc in 3rd ch of next ch-5 sp. rep from * until the last ps. ch 5, sk the last ps, sc in 3rd ch of last ch-5 sp. turn (4 ch-5 sp) (4 sc)

Rep R2-R3 until your Scarf measures 48” 60” 72” 84” or until you reach your desired length.

Once you reach your desired length, do not turn after R3

Border

Down the side
ch 1, sc in side of sc just made, sc in next st, 3 sc in ch sp, *sc in next 2, 3 sc in ch sp. rep from * until last st. (sc, ch 1, sc) all in last st.

Across the bottom
4 sc in ch sp, *sc in next st, 4 sc in ch sp. rep from * until last st. (sc, ch 1, sc) all in last st.

Up the side
sc in next st, 3 sc in ch sp, *sc in next 2 st, 3 sc in next ch sp. rep from * until last st. (sc, ch 1, sc) all in last st.

Across the top
4 sc in ch sp, *sc in next st, 4 sc in ch sp. rep from * until last st. sc, ch 1. sl st in 1st st to join.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Oyster Shell Napkin Free Crochet Pattern

Who doesn’t like adding a little something special to our table settings? Because I do, I want to share with you the Oyster Shell Napkin Free Crochet Pattern with you free here on my website.

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Oyster Shell Napkin Crochet Pattern

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Terminology:
US Terms

Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate

I used Big Twist #4 ply Medium Weight Cotton in Sherbert. (96 yds/1.94 oz) (88 m/55 g)
I used Premier Just Cotton #4 ply Medium Weight Cotton in Cream. (87 yds/ 50 g) (1.76 oz/ 80 m)

Materials:
US G or 4 mm Crochet Hook
40-50 yds #4 Medium Cotton Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
ch = chain
st(s) = stitch(s)
sl st = slip stitch
R = Row
dc = double crochet
alt ch 2 = alternate chain 2
rep = repeat
sp(s) = space
sk = skip
fpdc = front post double crochet
fpdc3tog = front post double crochet 3 together
fpdc6tog = front post double crochet 6 together

Special Stitches:

Shell Stitch – when you crochet (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) all in the same stitch.

Alternate Chain 2 – is used in place of ch 3, this creates a smoother edge.

Front Post Double Crochet – double crochet going around the front post of the dc from the previous row.

Front Post Double Crochet 3 Together – when you do a front post double crochet 3 decrease together around the next 3 double crochet, decreasing them into one stitch.

Front Post Double Crochet 6 Together – when you do a front post double crochet 6 dc decrease together around the next 6 double crochet, decreasing them into one stitch.

Video Tutorials (Left Hand):

Front Post Double Crochet

Front Post 3 Together

Front Post 6 Together

Notes:
ch 3 counts as a dc
ch 2 counts as a stitch
alt ch 2 counts as a dc
fpdc3tog creates a decrease into 1 st
fpdc6tog creates a decrease into 1 st
scarf is done in a multiple of 3 + 2
for a wider scarf add multiples of 3

Gauge:
US I Crochet Hook or 5.5 mm
12 dc x 8 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch:
US I Crochet Hook or 5.5 mm
Gauge Swatch only has 5 rows

**If you do not meet gauge, try going up or down a hook size**

R1: ch 17, dc in 4th ch and each ch across. turn (15 dc)

R2: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. turn (15 dc)

R3: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st, sk 3 st. *shell in next st, sk 3. rep from * once more. dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc & 2 shells)

R4: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st. fpdc3tog over the 1st 3 dc of shell, ch 2, sc in ch-2 sp of shell, ch 2. fpdc6tog over the next 6 dc of shells. ch 2, sc in ch-2 sp of shell, ch 2, fpdc3tog over the last 3 dc of shell. 2 dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 ch-2 sp, 2 sc, 2 fpdc3tog & 1 fpdc6tog)

R5: alt 2 or ch 3, dc in next st. *shell in sc. rep from * once more, dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc & 2 shells)

Oyster Napkin Free Crochet Pattern

R1: fdc 23. turn (23 dc)

Optional: ch 26, dc in the 4th ch and each ch across. turn (23 dc)

R2: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. turn (23 dc)

R3(WS): alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st, sk 3 sts. *shell in next st, sk 3 sts. rep from * 3 times, dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc & 4 shells)

R4(RS): alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st. ch 1, fpdc3tog over the 1st 3 dc of shell, ch 2, sc in ch-2 sp of shell, ch 2. *fpdc6tog over the next 6 dc of shells. ch 2, sc in ch-2 sps, ch 2. rep from * twice. fpdc3tog over the last 3 dc of shell, ch 1. 2 dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc, 4 sc, 2 ch-1 sp, 8 ch-2 sps, 2 fpdc3tog & 3 fpdc6tog)

R5: alt 2 or ch 3, dc in next st. *shell in sc. rep from * until last 2 st. dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc & 4 shells)

R6: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st. ch 1, fpdc3tog over the 1st 3 dc of shell, ch 2, sc in ch-2 sp of shell, ch 2. *fpdc6tog over the next 6 dc of shells. ch 2, sc in ch-2 sps, ch 2. rep from * twice. fpdc3tog over the last 3 dc of shell, ch 1. 2 dc in last 2 sts. turn (4 dc, 4 sc, 2 ch-1 sp, 8 ch-2 sps, 2 fpdc3tog & 3 fpdc6tog)

R7-R10: Rep R5 & R6

R11: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in next st, dc in ch-1 sp, dc in top of fpdc3tog , *dc in ch-2 sp, dc in sc, dc in ch-2 sp, dc in top of fpdc6tog. rep from * until last fpdc3tog, dc in top of fpdc3tog, dc in ch-1 sp, dc in last 2 sts. turn (23 dc)

R12: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. (23 dc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Lilac Cluster Stitch

I created this crochet stitch when I designed my Lilac Cluster Beanie and Lilac Cluster Cowl crochet patterns. The original version of the Lilac Cluster Stitch is worked in the round. You can find both of these crochet patterns at my Ravelry or LoveCrafts Stores.

Lilac Cluster Stitch Video Tutorials

The Lilac Cluster Stitch uses 2 main crochet stitches, the FPDC3TOG or the front post double crochet 3 together and the FPDC6TOG or the front post double crochet 6 together.

You can find a Left Handed Video Tutorial on my YouTube Channel for my Lilac Cluster Beanie Part 1 and Part 2, that shows you how the Lilac Cluster Stitch was originally used.

Lilac Cluster Beanie Video Tutorial Part 1

Lilac Cluster Beanie Video Tutorial Part 2

You can also find more of my Left Handed Video Tutorials on my YouTube Channel.

I always wanted to use the lilac cluster stitch in a design that works in rows. The first crochet pattern I tried with the Lilac Cluster Stitch with rows was the Oyster Shell Scarf. I loved using this stitch in rows so much that I had to make another crochet design with this crochet stitch!

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Mae’s Flower Free Crochet Pattern

Mae’s Flower

In today’s post I am sharing with you a FREE crochet pattern of my Mae’s Flower. The Mae’s Flower is a simple and easy flower to crochet. Also, the Mae’s Flower can be added to headbands, pillows, purses, and more!

Speaking of purses, if you would like a fun and easy crochet project to do, I designed one, the Gram-Mae’s Purse. The Gram-Mae’s Purse is a crochet pattern that uses the Mae’s Flower in it’s design.

If you would like to use the Mae’s Flowers in a fun project, I do have the Gram-Mae’s Purse crochet pattern at my Ravelry and LoveCrafts stores.

For a small fee you can purchase the purse crochet pattern. Inside the Gram-Mae’s Purse crochet pattern you will find step-by-step picture and video tutorials to help you along the way!

Mae’s Flowers 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 = spacerep = repeat
RS = Right Side

Flower Size: 3” x 3”

Notes:
Flowers can be made in a solid color or a variety of colors.
Below is a video tutorial for the making of the flowers left handed.

Video Tutorial:
Flowers Instructions

Mae’s Flower Crochet Pattern in a Solid Color

Flower (Solid Color)

**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**

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.

Mae’s Flower Crochet Pattern in 2 Colors

Flowers (2 Colors)

**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**

Center of Flowers

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

Fasten off and weave in ends.

R2: attach another color of yarn with a sl st in any sc. ch 4, dc in ch 1 just made, ch 4, dc in 2nd ch 1, 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.

Again, you can use the Mae’s Flower Crochet Pattern to use in a fun project by doing the the Gram-Mae’s Purse. You can find the Ad-Free Premium Crochet Pattern at my Ravelry and LoveCrafts Stores for a small fee.

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Welsh Poncho Free Crochet Pattern

Are you looking to add a little luxury to your wardrobe? Well, using the Welsh Poncho Free Crochet Pattern will help you achieve just that!

The Welsh Poncho Crochet Pattern uses a crochet stitch that I fell in love with last year, the Triad Stitch. The Triad Stitch is just like a Puff Stitch, only it is done over 3 stitches.

The Triad Stitch has one meaning that I fell in love with, this is where I came up with it’s name Welsh. Triad means a Welsh form of literary composition with an arrangement of subjects or statements in groups of three.

If you think about a crochet pattern it is made up of 3 things:

using crochet stitches to create the design
a composition of writing the crochet pattern
taking pictures to showcase the design

I first used the Triad Stitch in my Welsh Braided Cowl Crochet Pattern (see info below) In the designing of the Welsh Braided Cowl I using another meaning of Triad, the braiding of three things together, this is where the Braided part of the design came in. You can find out more about this below.

This kind of sounds like an English lesson, doesn’t it?! lol

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Information about the Welsh Poncho Crochet Pattern

The Welsh Poncho Crochet Pattern has 4 different sizes to choose from to make for Small, Medium, Large and XLarge. Inside the Welsh Poncho Crochet Pattern you will find a size chart, step-by-step picture tutorials, and my Left Handed Triad Stitch Video Tutorial to help you every step of the way.

US Terminology

Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner/ Intermediate

I used KnitPIcks Sport Weight Yarn (340 yds/100 g)
I used We Love Yarn Mega Ball (14.1 oz/400 g) 1312 yds/1200 m)

Materials:
US I Crochet Hook or 5.5 mm
MC – Brown 550-680 yds of #3 ply Light/DK Weight Yarn
CC – Cream 700-1200 yds of #3 ply Light/DK Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
ch = chain
st(s) = stitch
dc = double crochet
sk = skip
rep = repeat
YO = Yarn Over
MC = Main Color
CC = Contrasting Color

Notes:
alt ch 2 counts as a dc.
ch 3 counts as a dc.
ch 4 counts as a dc + ch 1.
The chain-1 sp counts as a st in the Triad Stitch.
There are helpful Picture Tutorials below to help you with the Triad Stitch.

Video Tutorial:

Triad Stitch – Left Handed

You can find more of my Left Handed Video Tutorials at my YouTube Channel

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Welsh Poncho Crochet Pattern

Using MC

R1: fdc 192 turn (192 fdc)

Optional: ch 194 (210, 226, 242), dc in 4th ch from hook, dc across. (192 dc)

R2-R8: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc across. turn (192 dc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Change to CC

R9: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc across. turn (192, 208, 224, 240) dc

R10: Beginning Triad Stitch. (see Special Stitches above). rep from * across until last st. dc in last st. turn (95, 103, 111, 119) Triad Stitch & 2 dc

R11-R15: Triad Stitch. (see Special Stitches above). rep from * across until last st. dc in last st. turn (95 Triad Stitch & 2 dc)

R16: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. turn (192 dc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Change to MC

R17-R24: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. turn (192 dc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Change to CC

R25: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc across. turn (192 dc)

R26: Beginning Triad Stitch. (see Special Stitches above). rep from * across until last st. dc in last st. turn (95 Triad Stitch & 2 dc)

R27-R31: Triad Stitch. (see Special Stitches above). rep from * across until last st. dc in last st. turn (95 Triad Stitch & 2 dc)

R32: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. turn (192 dc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Change to MC

R33-40: alt ch 2 or ch 3, dc in each st across. turn (192 dc)

Leave a long tail of yarn for sewing Neck Opening closed.

Creating Neck Opening

Step 1:
Lay your long piece with the WS facing up

Step 2:

Fold from the longest side in half with the WS facing the WS.

Step 3:

Measure 10” 11” 12” 13” or your desired neck opening from the opposite corner from where your long tail of yarn is at.

Step 4:

Count the number of stitches from the corner of each side of the poncho and place SM in each side.

Step 5:

Sew evenly across the top of both poncho pieces, using the Whip Stitch, until you come to your SM.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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That’s it! You have finished crocheting your Welsh Poncho!

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Welsh Braided Cowl Crochet Pattern

My Welsh Braided Cowl Crochet Pattern designed for a special purpose. Ashley of Through the Loop Yarn Craft showcased me and this design in here Designer Spotlight in part with WeCrochet.

My Welsh Braided Cowl was excepted by WeCrochet and it became my very first published crochet pattern as part of their Independant Designer Partnership! to sell on their platform. This was a HUGE step forward for me as a crochet designer! Needless to say I was and still am Over the Moon about this crochet pattern! You can find my Welsh Braided Cowl Crochet Pattern here.

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Braided Basket Crochet Pattern

I wanted to design a basket that actually looked like a woven basket so that is how I came up with the Braided Basket Crochet Pattern. This design came about at the right time, it is almost Easter time! I am always SO excited about this time of year! This season brings resurrection of Jesus and flowers and birds and oh so much more!

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When my kids were little I loved filling in for the Easter Bunny by placing an Easter Basket at the end of my kids’ beds! I loved seeing the excitement on their faces when they woke up in the morning that would be the first thing they seen!

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The free crochet pattern below has all the information you will need to make your own Easter Basket or a customized Braided Basket.

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I used Red Heart Super Saver in Gold. 100 % Acrylic. 198 g/7 oz (364 yards/215 m)

Materials:
100-125 yds of #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
US H Crochet Hook or 5 mm
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Marker

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
st = stitch
sl st = sl stitch
ch = chain
dc = double crochet
ps = puff stitch
rep = repeat
alt ch 2 = alternate chain 2
blo = back loop only
SM = Stitch Marker
RS = Right Side

Finished Size: 4″ x 4″
Handle: 12″ x 1/2″

Special Stitches:

Invisible Join: instead of slip stitching to the top of the first stitch of that row, you’ll instead place a stitch marker and keep on crocheting without joining.

Notes:
The bottom of the basket is worked in the round.
The basket itself is also worked in the round with turning rows.
The handle is worked in rows.
The stitch count is a multiple of 8.
ch 1 counts as a stitch as part of the Puff Stitch.
ch 2 counts as a dc.
alt ch 2 counts as a dc.

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

My Left Handed Video Tutorials:

Puff Stitch Example

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.

Braided Puff Stitch – Left Handed

Example of Back Loop Only

Back Loop Only – Left Handed

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Braided Basket Crochet Pattern:

Notes:
Use the Invisible Join at the beginning of each round. Place a SM in 1st stitch at the beginning of every round.
Every round will increase by 8 stitches.

Bottom of Basket

R1: MC, 8 sc in magic circle (8 sc)
R2: 2 sc in each sc around. (16 sc)
R3: 2 sc in 1st, sc in next st. *2 sc in next st, sc in next. rep from * around. (24 sc)
R4: 2 sc in 1st, sc in next 2 st. *2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 st. rep from * around. (32 sc)
R5: 2 sc in 1st, sc in next 3 st. *2 sc in next st, sc in 3 st next. rep from * around. (40 sc)
R6: 2 sc in 1st, sc in next 4 st. *2 sc in next st, sc in 4 next. rep from * around. (48 sc)
R7: sc in each st around. (48 sc)
R8: 2 dc in 1st st, dc in blo only around. (49 dc)

Basket
Note: ch 1 counts as a st for R2-R6

R1: alt ch 2 or ch 2, *sk next st, dc in next st, ps in sk st, ch 1. rep from * around until last st. dc in last st. sl st in 1st st to join. turn (24 dc & 24 ps)
R2-R6: alt ch 2 or ch 2, *sk next st (ch-1 sp), dc in next dc, ps in sk st, ch 1. rep from * around until last st. dc in last st. sl st in 1st st to join. turn (24 dc & 24 ps)

Do NOT turn after R6

R7: ch 1, sc in same st, *sc in ch-1 sp, sc in next dc. rep from * around. sl st in 1st st to join. turn (48 sc)
R8: ch 1, sc in same st, sc around. (48 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Handle of Basket

12” long x 1 ½” wide

**you can adjust the length to fit your desired size**

Note: ch 1 counts as a st for R5-R23

Leave a long enough tail of yarn to sew the handle to the basket.

R1: fsc 6 turn (6 sc)
Optional: ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc across. turn (6 sc)
R2: ch 1, sc in same sp, sc across. turn (6 sc)
R3: alt ch 2 or ch 2, dc across. turn (6 dc)
R4: alt ch 2 or ch 2, *sk next st (ch-1 sp), dc in next st, ps in sk st, ch 1. rep once more. dc in last st. turn (2 dc & 2 ps)
R5-R22: alt ch 2 or ch 2, *sk next st (ch-1 sp), dc in next st, ps in sk st, ch 1. rep once more. dc in last st. turn (2 dc & 2 ps)
R23: alt ch 2 or ch 2, dc in ch-1 sp, dc in dc. rep once more. turn (6 dc)
R24-R25: ch 1, sc in same sp, sc across. turn (6 sc)

Leave a long enough tail of yarn to sew the handle to the basket.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

Handle Assembly:

Step 1:
Place a SM in same st as closing. Count over 6 st and place a SM in same st. Count over 19 st and place a SM in same st. Count over 6 st and place a SM in same st.

Step 2:
Place RS of 1 end of the handle to RS of the basket at the 1st set of SM. Using your long tail of yarn, whip stitch the handle to the basket.

Step 3:
Repeat Step 2 to sew the handle to the other side of the basket.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Floret Mobius Cowl

In today’s post you will find the free crochet pattern for my Floret Mobius Cowl. The pattern is called Floret for the floret stitch used to create the design. The Mobius part of the crochet pattern means it has only one continuous side that creates a 180° twist that creates a long narrow cowl.

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The size found in the free crochet pattern of the Floret Mobius Cowl, listed below is for 12 years to Adult.

Information Needed for the Floret Mobius Cowl crochet pattern.

I used Red Heart Super Saver in Turquoise- 7 oz/364 yds (198 g/333 m)

Materials:
650 yds of #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
US H or 5 mm Crochet Hook
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Marker

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
ch = chain
st = stitch
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
fs = floret stitch
alt ch 2 = alternate chain 2
sl st = slip stitch
SM = Stitch Marker

Notes:
Stitch count is multiple of 2
Alt ch 2 counts as a double crochet
Size: 12-adult
Beginning stitch count is 92 st
Ending stitch counts after Round 1 is 184 st
The crochet pattern has step-by-step picture tutorials for Round 1.

Special Stitches:
Floret Stitch (fs) = alternating sc and dc then when you go to start the next round you add a dc in the sc and a sc in the dc.

Mobius = causes your cowl to twist as shown in the picture above. The twist will continue throughout the pattern as you work in a continuous circle. To achieve the ‘mobius’ effect there are 4 steps to R1

Step 1: twisting or rotating the chain
Step 2: crocheting along the bottom (or backside) of the chain
Step 3: crocheting along the foundation row
Step 4: working in a continuous circle

Video Tutorials:
Alternate Chain 2 here

Size:
30″ wide
12″ height

Gauge:
US H or 5mm Crochet Hook
12 st x 12 rows = 4″

Gauge Swatch:
R1: ch 13, sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in next st, *sc in next st, dc in next st. rep from * across. turn (12 st)
R2-R12: ch 1, sc in same st, dc in next st, sc in next st. rep from * across. turn (12 st)

Floret Mobius Cowl Crochet Pattern

Round 1

Step 1:

ch 56 (62, 68, 74, 80, 86, 92) twist ch and sl st in the bottom of beginning ch to join.

**most patterns tell you to be careful NOT to twist your chain when you join, but here you want to twist to create the continuous circle of the Mobius.**

Step 2:

ch 1, sc in same st and sc across the bottom of the ch until you come to the 1st sc. Do NOT join.

Step 3:

then sc across the foundation row of ch until you come to the last st. Do NOT join.

Step 4:

Place a stitch marker in 1st sc. Ending st count 112 (124, 136, 148, 160, 172, 184)

R2: sc in the 1st st and dc in the next st (floret stitch made). fs around to the 1st sc where you placed your stitch marker. Do NOT join.

Repeat R2 eleven more times or until your desired height is reached.

Fasten off and weave in your ends.

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Serenity Lapghan Crochet Pattern

Below I am sharing a FREE copy of my Serenity Lapghan Crochet Pattern.

The Serenity Lapghan crochet pattern uses 5 different basic crochet stitches that add different textures to the design. The crochet stitches used are the:

Suzette Stitch
Half Double Crochet V-Stich
Elizabeth Stitch
Crossover Stitch
Single Crochet & Double Crochet

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Information about the Serenity Lapghan Crochet Pattern

Inside the Serenity Lapghan Crochet Pattern you will find a Child Size Lapghan. Also the Serenity Lapghan Crochet Pattern can be customized using the Gauge inside the pattern. Also, each color block has it’s own gauge that will help you customize the Lapghan as well.

Materials:
US H or 5 mm Crochet Hook
MC – 700 yds #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
CC – 150 yds #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
CC1 – 150 yds #4 ply Worsted/Aran Weight Yarn
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

MC = Main Color
CC = Contrasting Color
CC1 = 2nd Contrasting Color

Size:
36″ x 30″

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

Notes:
I used 3 different colors, but you can use as many as you like.
Each color block measures 6″
Each color block has a different gauges you can also follow to customize the Lapghan.
The row counts will vary due to the different stitches used.
There are pictures inside the pattern to show you what the different stitches look like.

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Serenity Lapghan Free Crochet Pattern

Size: 36″ x 30″

Suzette Stitch
145 st x 18 rows = 6”

Using MC

R1: ch 145, sc in 2nd ch from hook, dc in same st, sk st. *(sc, dc) in same st, sk st. rep until last ch, sc in last ch. ch 1, turn (145 st)

R2: (sc, dc) in 1st sc, sk next st. *(sc, dc) in next sc, sk st. rep from * until last sc. sc in last sc. ch 1, turn (145 st)

R3-R18: Repeat R2. turn after R18

fasten off and weave in ends.

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Change to CC
Half Double Crochet V-Stitch
144 st x 14 rows = 6”

R1 (RS): attach yarn with a sl st in 1st st, ch 1, sc in same sp, sk next st, sc in each rem st across. turn (144 st)

R2: alt ch 2 or ch 2, (counts as a hdc) sk next st (hdc, ch 1, hdc) all in same st (hdc v-st made) *sk next st, hdc v-st in next st. rep from * until last 2 st. sk next st, hdc in last st. turn (2 hdc & 70 V-St)

R3-R13: alt ch 2 or ch 2. (hdc, ch 1, hdc) all in ch-1 sp across until last st. hdc in last st. turn (2 hdc & 70 V-St)

R14: alt ch 2 or ch 2, hdc in next hdc, hdc in ch-1 sp (counts as a st), hdc in next hdc. hdc in each hdc across until last hdc v-st. hdc in next hdc, hdc in ch-1 (counts as a st) hdc in last 2 hdc. turn (144 st)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Elizabeth Stitch
144 st x 19 rows = 6”

Special Stitches
Bean Stitch (bs) : insert hook into next st, YO, pull up a loop, YO, insert hook into same st (3 loops on hook) YO, pull through all 4 loops.

Using MC
R1(RS): attach yarn with a sl st in 1st st, ch 1, sc in same st, sc in each st across. turn (144 sc)

R2: ch 1, sc in same st *bs in next st, ch 1, sk 1 st. rep from * until last st. sc in last st. turn (2 sc & 71 bs)

R3: ch 1, sc in same st, *bs in ch-1 sp, ch 1. rep from * across until last 2 st. sk next st, sc in last st. turn (2 sc & 71 bs)

R4-R19: Repeat R3. turn

fasten off and weave in ends.

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Cross Over Stitch
142 st x 14 rows = 6”

Using CC1
R1: attach yarn with a sl st in 1st st, ch 1, sc in same st, sk next st, sc in each st across until last 2 st. sk next st, sc in last st. turn (142 sc)

R2: alt ch 2 or ch 3 (counts as a dc) *sk next st, dc in next 3 st, dc in sk st. rep from * across until last st. dc in last st. turn (142 dc)

R3: ch 1, sc in same st, sc in each st across. turn (142 sc)

R4: alt ch 2 or ch 3, *sk next st, dc in next 3 st, dc in sk st. rep from * across until last st. dc in last st. turn (142 dc)

R4-R14: Repeat R3-R4

fasten off and weave in ends.

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SC & HDC Stitch
144 st x 19 rows = 6”

Using MC

R1(RS): attach yarn with a sl st in 1st st, sc in 1st sc, 2 sc in next st, *sc across until last 2 st. 2sc in next st, sc in last st. turn (144 sc)

R2: ch 1, sc in 1st st, sk st, *(sc, hdc) all in same st. sk st. rep from * sc in last st. turn (144 st)

R3: ch 1, sc in 1st st, (sc, hdc) in next sc. rep from * across until last sc. sc in last sc. turn (144 st)

R4-R19: Repeat R3. You will end on the WS after completing R19. Do not fasten off unless changing colors.

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Border:

Step 1:
turn slightly. *sc in next st, ch 2. rep from * until last st. (sc, ch 2, sc) in last st.

Step 2:
turn to work across the bottom. sc in each st until last st. (sc, ch 2, sc) in last st.

Step 3:
Repeat Step 1.

R4:
turn to work across the top. sc in each st across until last st. (sc, ch 2, sc) in last st. sl st to join.

fasten off and weave in ends.

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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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Maze’s Cat Toy Free Crochet Pattern

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:

Ch 3 counts as a dc.
Stitch count is a multiple of 3.
Gauge and Size are not 100% necessary for the cat toy, so size may be different than gauge.
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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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

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

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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Lilac Cluster Beanie Free Crochet Pattern

In today’s post I will be sharing the Lilac Cluster Beanie FREE Crochet Pattern. I am so excited to be sharing this free crochet pattern with you for a number of reasons. The main one is that I looked at a store bought hat and was able to create a crochet pattern from it! Another reason is that it is a Beautiful design and a Great Beanie! lol The last reason is the flower clusters look like Lilacs, which is my ALL time favorite flower. I just LOVE their smell!

Flower Cluster Beanie Free Crochet Pattern — Found Hat

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My son found a hat and gave it to me last year. When it was taken out of storage this past winter I was like “I NEED to copy this pattern!” I took a real good look at it and wanted to see if I could crochet it because it said on the label “Crocheted.” Well I finally worked out a pattern and I hope you love it as much as I do!

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Information about Lilac Cluster Beanie:

Skill Level:

Advanced Beginner/Intermediate
US Terms

Yarn Used:

**I used Lion Brand Mandala Yarn 3 ply light weight yarn or DK weight yarn. (5.3 oz/590 yds)**

Materials:

US Hook K or 6.5 mm
200-500 yds of 3 ply Light Weight or DK Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle

Gauge:

US K Hook or 6.5 mm
16 fpdc x 12 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch:

R1: Chain 10, dc in 4th st from hook and remaining 7 st. Turn.
R2: Ch 3, fpdc in the next 7 st. Turn
R3-R12: Repeat R2

Abbreviations:

ch = Chain
sl st = Slip Stitch
mc = Magic Circle
dc = Double Crochet
sp = Space
fpdc = Front Post Double Crochet
fpdc3tog = Front Post Double Crochet 3 Together-Decrease
fpdc6tog = Front Post Double Crochet 6 Together-Decrease

Notes:

ch 2 does NOT count as a stitch
ch 3 counts as a dc
Stitch count is multiples of 6, so if your brim is too tight or too loose try going up or down in hook size before you adjust the stitch count.
Pattern written for: 0-6mth (6-12 mth, 12-24 mth, 2-5 yrs, 5-10 yrs, Teen/Sm Adult, Med Adult, Lg Adult)
The Crown will Increase every other Row as the Sizes increase every other Row. The Increase will be done every other Row.
24 (36, 48, 60, 72, 84) will be your ending row count after you complete the increases for your size.
This Beanie can be made into a Slouchy Hat. You can add more Rows during the Shells & Clusters by doing R3-R4 and ending with R3 . You can also add more Rows to the Brim, that will work too to make a Slouchy Hat.

Special Stitches:

Front Post Double Crochet – Double Crochet going around the Front Post of the DC in the Previous Row.
Cluster Stitch or Front Post Double Crochet 6 Together – when you front post double crochet 6 dc together, you are taking what were six double crochet stitches and turning them into just one front post double crochet stitch or one cluster stitch by using the first 3dc, skip (ch2, sc, ch2) then using the following 3 dc.
Beginning Shell Stitch – when you (ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) all in the same stitch.
Shell Stitch – when you crochet (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) all in the same stitch.

Left Handed Video Tutorials:

Video Tutorial Part 1: fpdc

Video Tutorial Part 2: fpdc3tog

Video Tutorial Part 3: fpdc6tog

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Lilac Beanie Pattern

Crown

R1: Make a Magic Circle. Ch 2 and add 24 dc to the circle. Ss into 1st dc to join. (24 dc)
**Or you can chain 5 sl s in the 1st stitch to join. Ch 3, dc 23 into the hole. (24 dc)**

R2: Ch 2 and dc in same space. *2 fpdc in the next dc, dc in the next dc.* Repeat * around ending with 2 fpdc in the last st. Ss into to join. (36 dc)

R3: Ch 2 and dc in the same space. *fpdc around the next 2 st, dc in the next dc.* Repeat * around. Ending with fpdc around the last 2 stitches. Ss into 1st dc to join. (36 dc) 0-6 mths STOP here and go to Shells & Clusters

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Flower Shells & Clusters

R1: Ch 1, sc in the same sp, and each stitch around. sl st into 1st sc to join. 36

R2: Beg Shell (ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc all in the same stitch) *ch 2, skip 2 st, sc in the next st, ch 2, sk 2, Shell (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc all in the same stitch)*. Repeat * around ending with ch 2, sk 2, sc in the next st, ch 2, sk 2. sl st in top of Ch 3 of the Beg Shell to Join. 6 Shells

R3: ch 2, fpdc3tog around the next 3 st, *ch 1 ( be sure to chain loosely. In the next row you will add a Shell in that ch 1), sc in ch 2 sp of Shell in previous row, ch 1, fpdc6tog around the next 6 st.* Repeat * around. End with fpdc3tog, sl st loosely into fpdc3tog. 6 Clusters

R4: Beg Shell in the ss of the fpdc3tog just made in the last row. *ch 2, sc in the sc, ch 2, Shell in the ch 1 sp of Cluster.* Repeat * around. End with ch 2. sl st in top of ch 3 of the Beg Shell. 6 Shells.

Ages 0-6 mth

R5-R7: Repeat R3-R4 once, then add R3 once more. (Since you are using #3 yarn, you may need to add R3-R4 once more.) Go to the Brim

Brim:
**If Brim is too tight, try going Up a hook size. If the Brim is too loose, try going Down a hook size.**

R1: Ch1, sc in same space. *Sc in sc, sc in ch 1, 2 sc in side of fpdc3tog/fpdc6tog, sc in ch 1.* Repeat around.

R2-R5: Ch 1, sc in same space. Sc in each sc around. **If you would like your Brim to be longer, repeat this row until you are satisfied.**

Fasten off and weave in ends with Tapestry Needle.

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