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Nellie Summer Tee Free Crochet Pattern

Today I would LOVE to share with you another free crochet pattern by Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs! The Nellie Summer Tee Free Crochet Pattern started with a new stitch, the N-Stitch. I learned the N-Stitch during the Spring while testing for another great crochet designer group, Sunflower Cottage Crochet.

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If you have never crocheted the N-Stitch, I have a great one you can find on my YouTube Channel.

Easter Advent Calendar Event

Easter and Spring is a great time to add new items to your wardrobe. My Fingers Fly is hosting an Easter Advent Calendar Event that has FREE crochet patterns to help you crochet these things.

Day 8 – Clothing

The Nellie Summer Tee Crochet Pattern is being featured in the Easter Advent Calendar Event along with clothing from My Fingers Fly. You can find free crochet patterns her, the Pinstripe Sweater and the Tutti Frutti Poncho.

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You can find a premium copy of the Nellie Summer Tee Crochet Pattern on sale until April 30, 2025 for $2!

My crochet pattern testers fell in LOVE with the N-Stitch just like I did! I would LOVE to give them a BIG shout out because they worked really hard on this design. There were many hiccups because of the trying times we are in right now. There were yarn delivery delays, finding time to finish the test, and just trying to function during these troubled times.

I appreciate EVERY single one of them! They are Jolanta Urb, Anita Reinisch, L. Holly George, and Laina Mann Malcolm. Below are their versions of the Nellie Summer Tee.

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Nellie Summer Tee Free Crochet Pattern

Nellie Summer Tee Crochet Pattern

Finished Sizes

Size	Bust Size	Width of Panel	Length of Panel	Neck Opening	Armhole Opening
XSmall	34	16”	22”	9.5”	6.5”
Small	36	18”	24”	10”	7”
Medium	38	20”	24”	10”	7”
Large	42	22”	26”	11”	7.5’
XLarge	46	24”	26”	11”	7.5”
2XLarge	50	26”	28”	11.5”	8”
3XLarge	54	28”	28”	11.5”	8.5”
4XLarge	58	30”	30”	12”	9”
5XLarge	62	32”	32”	12”	9.5”

Materials:

800-1400 yards #3 Light Weight Yarn or DK Yarn
US Hook J or 6 mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Stitch Markers

Gauge:
12 stitches x 12 rows = 4”

Gauge Swatch:
You will be crocheting a 6” x 6” Swatch and use the N Stitch repeats to find your 4”

R1: fsc 18 or chain 19 and s in 2nd chain from hook and each st across. Ch 1 and Turn.
R2: sc in 1st, hdc, and N stitch until 2 st remain. Hdc in the next st and sc in the last st. Ch 1 and Turn.
R3: sc in 1st and each st across.
R4-R17: Repeats R2-R3
R18: Repeat R2 once more

Abbreviations/Stitches:

FSC = Foundation Single Crochet
CH = Chain
SC = Single Crochet
ST(S) = Stitch(es)
NS = N Stitch
SP = Space
RS = Right Side
WS = Wrong Side

Special Stitch:
The N Stitch

1. Sk 1 st
2. hdc in the next st
3. insert hook from the top to the bottom of the front loop of the skipped stitch
4. YO, pull up a loop,
5. YO, pull through one loop
6. YO, insert the hook back into the same st as the hdc, YO, pull up a loop,
7. YO, pull through all 4 loops on hook.

Notes:

Stitch count is a multiple of 2
Ch 1 does not count as a stitch
The sizes are XSmall (Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) consecutively

Video Tutorials:

N Stitch Right Handed Version here.
N Stitch Left Handed Version here.
Foundation Single Crochet Right Handed Version here.
Foundation Single Crochet Left Handed Version here.

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Nellie Summer Tee Crochet Pattern

Panel 1 (make 2)

R1: FSC 48 (54, 60, 66, 72, 78, 84, 90, 96) st. Turn

Optional: Chain 49 (55, 61, 67, 73, 79, 85, 91, 97), sc in 2nd chain and each st across. Turn. 48 (54, 60, 66, 72, 78, 84, 90, 96) st

R2 (RS): Ch 1 and sc in same st, hdc in the next st and NS to the last 2 st. Hdc in the next st and sc in the last st. Turn

R3 (WS): Ch 1, sc in the same st and each st across. Turn

R4 – 67 (73, 73, 79, 79, 83, 83, 89, 95): Repeat R2 & R3 or until you reach your corresponding length. 22 (24, 24, 26, 26, 28, 28, 30, 32)

Leave a long tail for sewing shoulders closed.

Sides:

Lay Right Sides of the panels facing each other.
Use the Table at the top of the pattern for the size of your Armholes. I measured from the top of the panels and placed Stitch Markers where you will stop when sewing sides closed.
Start at the bottom of the panels and sew the sides together using the Whip Stitch, or Mattress Stitch until you get to the Armholes.
If you would like more room at the hips, leave a 2”-4” slit at the bottom on each size of the Panels. I made a 2” slits.

Shoulders:

Using the Table at the top of the pattern, find the size of the neck hole opening.
Place your Stitch Marker where you want to stop the opening on both sides of the top.
Sew the panels together using the Whip Stitch or whichever method you prefer to sew the shoulders closed.

If you have any questions regarding the Nellie Summer Tee Free Crochet Pattern, please don’t hesitate to contact me at jo@joscraftyhook.com. I would LOVE to hear what you think of the Nellie Summer Tee, so please leave a comment or feedback below.

Below are the testers’ version of their Nellie Summer Tee. Please share YOUR version of the Nellie Summer Tee with me on Instagram, Facebook, or any of the social media sites listed below. Please use #nelliesummertee or #joscraftyhookdesigns when you do share your version with me.

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From the Designer:

Thank you for your interest in this crochet pattern! Check out some of my patterns at my Ravelry Store Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs or Etsy Shop JosCraftyHook or at my website joscraftyhook.com! While you are at my website be sure to subscribe to my Mailing List and Newsletter. This way you will be notified when I release another pattern or blog post!
If you have any questions or concerns about this pattern or any other pattern please find me at Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs on Facebook or email me at jo@joscraftyhook.com
You are free to sell or gift the item, please do NOT claim this design as your own. Please forward any one who would like to do this crochet pattern or any of my patterns to my Etsy shop, the Ravelry Store, or to my website. The web addresses for any place to connect with me are listed below.
Every purchase of my patterns helps! It allows me to buy more yarn so I can create and design more Handmade Crocheted Creations for you to enjoy.
I would LOVE to see your version of my designs! You can “Hook It” at my Ravelry Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR add a pic on my Facebook Page Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR at anyone of the places below that allows you to connect with me! Pictures, Comments, Feedback, etc. are ALWAYS welcome at my website www.joscraftyhook.com!

Star Flowers Crochet Pattern

Day 5 – Blooming Flowers Wall Hanging CAL

Today we are making the Star Flowers I used in my version of the Blooming Flowers Wall Hanging. I made 4 of each of the 2 versions below.

The Star Flowers Crochet Pattern works up super fast! There are only 3 rounds. There are 2 versions of the Star Flowers Crochet Pattern, so you can make as many of these as you like to add to your wall hanging.

Yesterday we made the Large Flower Blossoms. If you missed yesterday’s flower, you can find the Large Flower Blossom Crochet Pattern HERE on my website.

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Shop LoveCrafts and find beautiful colors of yarn to use for your flowers!

If you have missed any of the days of the Blooming Flowers Wall Hanging CAL, I do have a Blooming Flowers Wall Hanging eBook you can get at a discounted price of $3 at my Ravelry Store.

My finished Blooming Flowers Wall Hanging

2 Free Versions of Star Flowers Crochet Pattern below

Information Needed for Both Versions

Materials:
10-15 yards of #4 ply Worsted Weight Yarn
US J or 6 mm Crochet Hook
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
ch = chain
sc = single crochet
scblo = single crochet in back loop only
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet
dcblo = double crochet in back loop only
sl st = slip stitch
rep = repeat

Size:
4”x 4″ round

Notes:
ch 3 counts as a double crochet
If you would like you can change colors after each round.

1st Version of the Star Flower Crochet Pattern

R1: Make a Magic Circle, 10 hdc in Magic Circle. Pull Magic Circle closed. sl st in 1st st to join. (10 hdc)

R2: ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dc in each st around. sl st in top of ch-3 to join. (20 dc)

R3: ch 3, dc in same st. ch 1, 2 dc in same st (1st Shell Made), sc in next st, *(2 dc, ch 1, 2dc) all in the next st (2nd Shell Made), sc in next st. rep from * around. sl st in top of ch-3 to join. (10 Shells)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

You are done! These work up so fast you can make them in under 10 minutes!

2nd FREE Version of the Star Flowers Crochet Pattern

R1: Make a Magic Circle, 10 hdc in Magic Circle. Pull Magic Circle tight to close. sl st in 1st hdc to join. (10 hdc)

R2: ch 3, dc in same st, 2 dcblo in each st around. sl st in top of ch 3 to join. (20 dc)

R3: (ch 3, dc, ch 1, 2 dc) all in same sp (1st Shell Made), scblo in next st, (2 dcblo, ch 1, 2 dcblo) all in next st (2nd Shell Made), scblo in next st. rep from * around. sl st in top of ch 3 to join. (10 Shells & 10 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends

You are done! Use any type of yarn, they work up in less than 10 minutes!

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Summer Solstice Roundup

I am taking part in another free crochet pattern roundup! The Summer Solstice Roundup consist of 25 Crochet Designers, including myself, and their designs. The Summer of Solstice Roundup is being sponsored by The Loophole Fox. You can find out more about The Loophole Fox here.

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Below you will find a picture of each crochet designer and their design and the FREE crochet pattern that you can download from the Summer Solstice Roundup. All you need to do is click on the link under each designer’s design and you will be redirected to that designer’s website where you can find their free crochet pattern.

Summer of Love Tank Top – Jo’s Crafty Hook

My design of the Summer of Love Tank Top crochet pattern, picture above, will be a FREE crochet pattern in the Summer Solstice Roundup! All you need to do is scroll down and find the free crochet pattern. If you would like an Ad-Free PDF copy of the Summer of Love Tank Top, click on the link under my picture or go to the Ravelry Store here.

Scroll down and find the design YOU like best! Click on the link under the picture and you will be directed to the designer’s FREE crochet pattern! Have FUN and ENJOY!

Gingham Tote by The Loop Hole Fox Crochet

Boho Goddess Kimono – Itchin for Some Stitchin

Crochet Mason Jar Covers-Crafting Each Day

Crochet Hairpin Lace Dreamcatcher-Raffamusa Designs

Susan Tote Bag-Sunflower Cottage Crochet

Bamboo Mini Crop Top-Brittany Alice Crochet

Summer Romance Crochet Top-Blue Star Crochet

Summer Nights Shawl-Three Fates Creations

Desamour Designs – In the Forest of Night Cardi

Reusable Crochet Flower Face Scrubbies-Made by Gootie

Crochet Sunglasses Case-Pine Tree Crochet

Thank you for stopping by Jo’s Crafty Hook’s and The Loophole Fox’s Summer Solstice Roundup! All of us designers would LOVE to see what your version of our crochet patterns look like! You can find each designer’s User Name on Instagram. Follow them, show their designs some LOVE, and share your version of their designs! If you do crochet any of these designs, please share them with the designer by using #CrochetSummer2020.

The Loophole Fox Crochet @theloopholefoxcrochet
Itchin for Some Stitchin @itchinforsomestitchin
Green Fox Farms @greenfoxfarms
Crafting Each Day @craftingeachday
Raffamusa Designs @raffamusa_designs
Carroway Crochet @carrowaycrochet
Hanjan Crochet @hanjancrochet
Ned and Mimi @nedandmimi
Simply Hooked by Janet @simplyhookedbyjanet
Crochet Fosbas @crochet_fosbas
Sunflower Cottage Crochet @sunflower.cottage.crochet.too
King and Eye @kingandeye.co.uk
Noors Knits @noorsknits
Jo’s Crafty Hook @joscraftyhook
Needle Klankers @needlesklankers
Brittany Alice Crochet @brittanyalicecrochet
My Fingers Fly @myfingersfly
Blue Star Crochet @bluestarcrochet
Three Fates Creations @threefatescreations
Desamour Designs @desamourdesigns
No Hooks Given @nohooksgiven
Made by Gootie @madebygootie
Yarn Hild @yarnhild
Pine Tree Crochet @pretty.pine.tree.crochet

Below you will find out more about the Summer of Love Tank Top and the free crochet pattern that follows. Again, thank you for taking part in the Summer Solstice Roundup!

The Summer of Love Tank Top Crochet Pattern is another design I created in recognition of Cancer Awareness Month and the women in my family who were diagnosed with one form of Cancer or another. I am glad to say they all are cancer FREE right now. I am so proud of them and their survival, so I decided to design another crochet pattern called the Summer of Love Tank Top!

I would LOVE to thank 5 of my crochet pattern testers for all of their hard work and dedication to this design. They are Lindsay Silvestrini, Candace Broussard Doucet, Kelly Vecchione, Laura Poulsen, and Tara Smith. Below their versions of the Summer of Love Tank Top are being modeled.

Summer of Love Tank Top Crochet Pattern

Materials:
US Hook I or 5.5 mm
500-1200 yards of #3 Light Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Markers

Stitches Used:
DC = Double Crochet
SC = Single Crochet
Ch Sp = Chain Space
St = Stitch
SS = Slip Stitch
SC = Single Crochet
SS = Slip Stitch
FDC = Foundation Double Crochet (YouTube video here.)
LDC = Long Double Crochet (YouTube has GREAT instructional videos!)
Beg Shell = ch 3, DC, ch 1, 2 DC all in the same stitch
Shell = 2 DC, ch 1, 2 DC all in same stitch

Gauge:
US Hook I/5.5 mm
8 DC x 5 Rows = 2”

4” x 4” Gauge Swatch:

16 FDC or ch 18, dc in the 4th ch from hook and remaining 14 st. Turn
R2-R8: Ch 3 and dc in each st across. Turn (16 dc)

Notes:

You can find a Video Tutorial for the Straps at my YouTube Channel here.
Ch 2 does not count as a DC
Ch 3 does count as a DC
Shells made create the Heart

Special Notes
*Sizes range from S, M, L, XL, 2X, and 3X
*FDC 112 (126, 140, 154, 168, 184)
*The Top is crocheted from the Bottom to Top.
*The top is crocheted as One Piece except for when attaching the Sleeves.

Bust Size	34	38	40	42	44	46
Sizes	Small	Medium	Large	X-Large	2X	3X
Tank Top Width	15”	17”	19”	21”	23”	25”
Tank Top Height w/o Straps	14”	16”	18”	20”	22”	24”
Tank Top Straps Height	6”	6”	8”	8”	10”	10”
Tank Top Height	20”	22”	26”	28”	32”	34”

Tank Top

Starting at the Bottom of the Top

R1: For Bottom of the Top FDC 112 (126, 140, 154, 168, 184) Join in 1st FDC OR Chain 118, 132, 146, 160, 174, 190, join to form circle being careful to keep it straight. Ch 3 and DC in each ch across. 112 (126, 140, 154, 168, 184) DC.

R2: ch 3, dc in each st around. 112 (126, 140, 154, 168, 184) DC. Join in top of Ch 3.

With a Tapestry Needle sew the FDC row closed.

R3 Video Tutorial

R3: [Ch 3, dc, ch 1, 2 dc all in same stitch. (Beg Shell) made] ch 3, skip 6 st, 2 dc, ch 1. 2 dc all in the same stitch. (Shell made). *Ch 3, skip 6 st, Shell in next st.* Repeat from * to * around. ss in top of ch 3 of Beg Shell.

R4 Video Tutorial

R4: ss in ch 1 sp of Beg Shell, ch 1, sc in same st., *ch 2, skip 2 dc from previous row, 1 ldc in next 2 st of previous Row, ch 2, sc in ch 1 space of next Shell.* Repeat from * to * around. Join with ss into SC.

Repeat R2-R4 until your Top measures 14” (16” 18” 20” 22” 24”) Be sure to end with R3. Do not turn.

Once your Top measures correctly move on to the Straps.

Straps

Step 1: Fold Shirt in ½ using the Hearts/Shells as your Guide. Place Stitch Markers using the Steps below.
Step 2: Skip 2 Hearts from the Left and Right for Small and Medium
Step 3: Skip 3 Hearts from the Left and Right for Large and XLarge
Step 4: Skip 4 Hearts from the Left and Right for 2X and 3X

Video Tutorial for the Straps

Attaching the Strap

R1: Skip 2 st from previous row, ss in next st, ch 4, ldc, ch 2, sc in sc of Shell, ch 2, skip 2 st from previous row, ldc in last 2 st. Turn

R2: ch 3, dc in each st across. (9 dc) Turn

R3: ch 1, sc in same st, ch 3, skip 3 st, Shell in next st, ch 3, sc in last st. Turn

R4: ch 3, ldc in next st, ch 2, sc in heart, ch 2, ldc and dc in last 2 st. Turn

Repeat R2-R4 3 more times for Small and Medium; 4 more times for Large and XLarge; and 5 more times for 2X and 3X. If you need to, add more Rows needed to reach the correct Strap size for You.

Repeat Steps 1-4 3 more times using the same methods mentioned above being sure to place Stitch Markers in the correct positions.

Fasten off and weave in ends. Share your version of the Summer of Love Tank Top at any of my Social Media sites listed below, I would LOVE to see them!

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From the Designer:

I originally designed the Wrapped in Love Hat and Cowl Set to show my support for Cancer Awareness Month. As I grow as a Fiber Artist, my designs grow. This Tank Top is another design that has been added to the Wrapped In Love Line. I have more than one loved one who had been diagnosed with cancer and have BEATEN It! They are true Survivors and the inspiration behind my crochet patterns in the Wrapped In Love Line.

Thank you for crocheting from the Wrapped In Love Line of Crochet Patterns! You can check out my other crochet patterns at my website joscraftyhook.com. While you are there be sure to add your email address to my Mailing List and Newsletter. This way you will be notified when I release another pattern, have a sale or produce another blog post! If you have any questions or concerns about any pattern find me at Jo’s Crafty Hook on Facebook!
You can also find ANY of my Crochet Pattern Designs here at my Etsy Shop or here from the Ravelry Store.
Every purchase of my patterns helps! It allows me to keep my website going and to buy more yarn so I can create and design more Handmade Crocheted Creations for you to enjoy. If you like to donate to Jo’s Crafty Hook, click on the PayPal button below.
You are free to sell or gift the item from the Wrapped In Love Line, but Please forward anyone who would like to do this pattern or any other one of my patterns to my Etsy shop, the Ravelry Store, or to my website. The web addresses for any place to connect with me are listed below.
I would LOVE to see your version of the crochet pattern in the Wrapped In Love Line! You can upload it to any one of the places below that allows you to connect with me! Pictures, Comments, Feedback, etc. are ALWAYS welcome at my website www.joscraftyhook.com!

Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs at the Ravelry Store

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Below you will find the links to some of my favorite crochet patterns that I have in my Ravelry design’s library. I hope you are as EXCITED as I am! Now you can find all of my patterns, from Ravelry, all in one place!

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From the Designer:

Thank you for your interest in this crochet pattern! Check out some of my patterns at my Ravelry Store Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs or Etsy Shop JosCraftyHook or at my website joscraftyhook.com! While you are at my website be sure to subscribe to my Mailing List and Newsletter. This way you will be notified when I release another pattern or blog post!
If you have any questions or concerns about this pattern or any other pattern please find me at Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs on Facebook or email me at jo@joscraftyhook.com
You are free to sell or gift the item, please do NOT claim this design as your own. Please forward any one who would like to do this crochet pattern or any of my patterns to my Etsy shop, the Ravelry Store, or to my website. The web addresses for any place to connect with me are listed below.
Every purchase of my patterns helps! It allows me to buy more yarn so I can create and design more Handmade Crocheted Creations for you to enjoy.
I would LOVE to see your version of my designs! You can “Hook It” at my Ravelry Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR add a pic on my Facebook Page Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR at anyone of the places below that allows you to connect with me! Pictures, Comments, Feedback, etc. are ALWAYS welcome at my website www.joscraftyhook.com!

The Summer of Love Tank Top Crochet Pattern

The Summer of Love Tank Top Free Crochet Pattern

The Summer of Love Tank Top Crochet Pattern is another design I created in recognition of Cancer Awareness Month and the women in my family who were diagnosed with one form of Cancer or another. I am glad to say they all are cancer FREE right now. I am so proud of them and their survival, so I decided to design another crochet pattern called the Summer of Love Tank Top!

This post contains affiliate links. You can make a purchase using these links that I provide where I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you.)

You can find the Ad-Free pdf copy of the Summer of Love Tank Top at these stores listed below for a small fee.

Ravelry

LoveCrafts

Etsy Shop

Information Needed

Materials:
US Hook I or 5.5 mm
500-1200 yards of #3 Light Weight Yarn
Scissors
Tapestry Needle
Stitch Markers

Abbreviations/Stitches Used:
DC = Double Crochet
SC = Single Crochet
Ch Sp = Chain Space
St = Stitch
SS = Slip Stitch
SC = Single Crochet
SS = Slip Stitch
FDC = Foundation Double Crochet (YouTube video here.)
LDC = Long Double Crochet (YouTube has GREAT instructional videos!)
Beg Shell = ch 3, DC, ch 1, 2 DC all in the same stitch
Shell = 2 DC, ch 1, 2 DC all in same stitch

Gauge:
US Hook I/5.5 mm
8 DC x 5 Rows = 2”

4” x 4” Gauge Swatch:

16 FDC or ch 18, dc in the 4th ch from hook and remaining 14 st. Turn
R2-R8: Ch 3 and dc in each st across. Turn (16 dc)

Notes:

You can find a Video Tutorial for the Straps at my YouTube Channel here.
Ch 2 does not count as a DC
Ch 3 does count as a DC
Shells made create the Heart

Bust Size	34	38	40	42	44	46
Sizes	Small	Medium	Large	X-Large	2X	3X
Tank Top Width	15”	17”	19”	21”	23”	25”
Tank Top Height w/o Straps	14”	16”	18”	20”	22”	24”
Tank Top Straps Height	6”	6”	8”	8”	10”	10”
Tank Top Height	20”	22”	26”	28”	32”	34”

Tank Top

Starting at the Bottom of the Top

R2: ch 3, dc in each st around. 112 (126, 140, 154, 168, 184) DC. Join in top of Ch 3.

With a Tapestry Needle sew the FDC row closed.

R3 Video Tutorial

R4 Video Tutorial

Repeat R2-R4 until your Top measures 14” (16” 18” 20” 22” 24”) Be sure to end with R3. Do not turn.

Once your Top measures correctly move on to the Straps.

Straps

Video Tutorial for the Straps

Attaching the Strap

R1: Skip 2 st from previous row, ss in next st, ch 4, ldc, ch 2, sc in sc of Shell, ch 2, skip 2 st from previous row, ldc in last 2 st. Turn

R2: ch 3, dc in each st across. (9 dc) Turn

R3: ch 1, sc in same st, ch 3, skip 3 st, Shell in next st, ch 3, sc in last st. Turn

R4: ch 3, ldc in next st, ch 2, sc in heart, ch 2, ldc and dc in last 2 st. Turn

Repeat R2-R4 3 more times for Small and Medium; 4 more times for Large and XLarge; and 5 more times for 2X and 3X. If you need to, add more Rows needed to reach the correct Strap size for You.

Repeat Steps 1-4 3 more times using the same methods mentioned above being sure to place Stitch Markers in the correct positions.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

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Tulip Mug Rugs Free Crochet Pattern

It seems like every crochet designer I know are creating beautiful crochet patterns for Mug Rugs, so I decided to design my own mug rugs and share the crochet pattern with you for free. The Tulip Mug Rugs Free Crochet Pattern was designed using a version of the Tulip Stitch. There are many versions of the Tulip Stitch to choose from. I decided to use the easiest one. No matter your skill level, this crochet pattern is easy to follow.

If you have been to my website and checked out some of my free crochet patterns, than you have seen my Tulip Sweater Vest crochet pattern. If you are new to my website, welcome! My Tulip Sweater Vest crochet pattern can be found here. It really is a beautiful design! What do you think? I would love your input! You can use the Comments Box below!

Tulip Sweater Vest Free Crochet Pattern — Tulip Sweater Vest

my very first EVER CAL (Crochet-A-Long)! — Little Black Sweater

Tulip Mug Rugs Crochet Pattern

Materials:
100-200 yards of #3 or DK weight cotton. I used Lion Brand Comfy Cotton
US G Hook or 4mm
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Size:
5.5” wide x 5” long

Gauge:
5 Shells x 10 Rows = 4”

Gauge/Gauge Swatch is not needed for this pattern. Due to different thicknesses of DK weight cotton, your mug rug may measure differently from mine. If your mug rug is smaller or larger, try going up or down a hook size.

Abbreviations:
ch = chain
st = stitch
sc = single crochet
dc = double crochet
fsc = foundation single crochet

Special Stitches:
Shell = 2 dc, ch 2, sc all in the same stitch

Make 4 or as many as you like.

R1: fsc 19 turn or ch 22, add 2 dc, ch 2, sc all in the 4th ch from hook (shell made). *skip 2 st, shell in the next st* Repeat from * to * to the end of the row. turn

R2: ch3, dc, ch 2, sc all in the ch 2 space, *shell in next ch 2 space* Repeat from * to * to the end of the row.

R3: ch 3, turn, dc, ch 2, sc all in the ch 2 space. *shell in the ch 2 space.* Repeat from * to * to the end of the row.

R4- R12: Repeat R3.

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

The Tulip Mug Rugs Free Crochet Pattern has been tested by experienced crocheters. Thank you Ami Anderson and Christina Anderson, your time and sacrifice are greatly appreciated! Check out their version below.

I would LOVE to see your version of the Tulip Mug Rugs! You can send me a pic and what you think of the pattern at any of the social media links below.

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From the Designer:

Thank you for your interest in this crochet pattern! Check out some of my patterns at my Ravelry Store Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs or Etsy Shop JosCraftyHook or at my website joscraftyhook.com! While you are at my website be sure to subscribe to my Mailing List and Newsletter. This way you will be notified when I release another pattern or blog post!
If you have any questions or concerns about this pattern or any other pattern please find me at Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs on Facebook or email me at jo@joscraftyhook.com
You are free to sell or gift the item, please do NOT claim this design as your own. Please forward any one who would like to do this crochet pattern or any of my patterns to my Etsy shop, the Ravelry Store, or to my website. The web addresses for any place to connect with me are listed below.
Every purchase of my patterns helps! It allows me to buy more yarn so I can create and design more Handmade Crocheted Creations for you to enjoy.
I would LOVE to see your version of my designs! You can “Hook It” at my Ravelry Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR add a pic on my Facebook Page Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR at anyone of the places below that allows you to connect with me! Pictures, Comments, Feedback, etc. are ALWAYS welcome at my website www.joscraftyhook.com!

Wrapped in Diamonds Wrap

Jo’s Crafty Hook’s design,Wrapped in Diamonds Wrap, is being featured in the Sun at Home Blog Hop that starts May 11, 2020 and runs until June 1, 2020. Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs design will be featured on May 21, 2020. This Wrap is perfect for those warm summer days and those long chilly nights.

Helen and Sara of Sunflower Cottage Crochet are sponsoring the Sun at Home Blog Hop. There are 22 fabulous crochet designers that have the perfect crochet pattern to match the Sun at Home theme. To see the free crochet pattern of the day and more information about this event, click on the button below to be directed to Sunflower Cottage Crochet.

On May 21, 2020 you will be able to download an Ad Free PDF crochet pattern of my Wrapped in Diamonds Wrap for 24 hours! There are 2 ways you can get the free crochet pattern. One way is to use the Coupon Code SUNATHOME at my Ravelry Store here. The second way is to click on the Button below and you will be directed to Ravelry and the crochet pattern. Be sure to save the crochet pattern in your Favorites while at Ravelry!

In designing my Wrapped in Diamonds Wrap I was scrolling through Pinterest trying to find some inspiration for a new design. I was scrolling through my Crochet Stitches Board, which can be found here, looking for that perfect stitch. I came across the Argyle Shell Stitch and fell in LOVE!!

My Wrapped in Diamonds Wrap measures 26″ wide x 73″ long. The yarn I used is Lion Brand Coboo Yarn. I used 1000 yards of this beautiful lightweight cotton and bamboo mix. You can make yours any size you like. I wanted it long to be able to wrap around myself.

The Argyle Shell Stitch consists of a 4 row pattern repeat. The pictures below show how the Diamonds take shape after each row is added. Rows 2-5 create the pattern repeats that build the Diamond shapes.

As you can see by the picture below the Argyle Shell Stitch creates the perfect Diamond shapes that come out in the Wrapped in Diamonds Wrap. The picture below also shows the Edging that I created to surround the beautiful Diamond shapes.

You can use the Argyle Shell Stitch yourself and create a beautiful Wrap, Blanket, and so much more! I have a Video Tutorial that has a great example on how to crochet the Argyle Shell Stitch.

To purchase the Wrapped in Diamonds Wrap’s Ad Free PDF Crochet Pattern from Ravelry you can find it here. While you are there, be sure to check out some of my other crochet designs here.

I LOVE the Argyle Shell Stitch so much that I have designed a lightweight Summer Tee! The crochet pattern will go into the Testing Phase next month! If you are interested in Testing the Summer Tee or any of my newest designs, you can join me at Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs Tester Group here! The Nellie Summer Tee below is in the Testing Phase right now.

Be sure to stop by Sunflower Cottage Crochet daily to get your free crochet patterns and check out the Sun at Home Event and the fabulous crochet designers!

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Thank you for your interest in my website Jo’s Crafty Hook! Check out my other patterns at my Etsy Shop JosCraftyHook or at my Ravelry Store Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs! While you are at my website be sure to subscribe to my Mailing List and Newsletter. This way you will be notified when I release another pattern or blog post!
If you have any questions or concerns about this pattern or any other pattern please find me at Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs on Facebook or email me at jo@joscraftyhook.com
You are free to sell or gift the item, please do NOT claim this design as your own. Please forward any one who would like to do this crochet pattern or any of my patterns to my Etsy shop, the Ravelry Store, or to my website. The web addresses for any place to connect with me are listed below.
Every purchase of my patterns helps! It allows me to buy more yarn so I can create and design more Handmade Crocheted Creations for you to enjoy.
I would LOVE to see your version of my designs! You can “Hook It” at my Ravelry Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR add a pic on my Facebook Page Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR at any one of the places below that allows you to connect with me! Pictures, Comments, Feedback, etc. are ALWAYS welcome! Be sure to stop by my website www.joscraftyhook.com and my Facebook Page Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs!

Fairland Cardigan CAL

During the month of April I will be hosting the Fairland Cardigan CAL! I am SO excited! I am nervous as well, I have never done a month long CAL, but I am looking forward to this new experience! I hope you will join me for the Fairland Cardigan CAL on Facebook.

The Fairland Cardigan CAL will be done at my friend’s, Audrey Friesen, Facebook Group Canoe Mtn Designs FREE Crochet Patterns & Mini CALS. You can join me for this free CAL inside the Facebook Group here.

I hope you can join me here for the Fairland Cardigan CAL! It will be FREE inside the Facebook Group Canoe Mtn Designs FREE Crochet Patterns & Mini CALS!

If you can not take part in the Fairland Cardigan CAL, you can still find the Crochet Pattern at my Ravelry Store Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs here or at my Etsy Shop JosCraftyHook here.

From the Designer:

Thank you for your interest in my website! Check out my GREAT patterns at my Etsy Shop JosCraftyHook or at my Ravelry Store here! While you are here at my website be sure to subscribe to my Mailing List and Newsletter. This way you will be notified when I release another pattern or blog post!
If you have any questions or concerns about this pattern or any other pattern please find me at Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs on Facebook or email me at jo@joscraftyhook.com
You are free to sell or gift the item, please do NOT claim this design as your own. Please forward any one who would like to do this crochet pattern or any of my patterns to my Etsy shop, the Ravelry Store, or to my website. The web addresses for any place to connect with me are listed below.

Every purchase of my patterns helps! It allows me to buy more yarn so I can create and design more Handmade Crocheted Creations for you to enjoy.
I would LOVE to see your version of my designs! You can “Hook It” at my Ravelry Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR add a pic on my Facebook Page Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR at any one of the places below that allows you to connect with me! Pictures, Comments, Feedback, etc. are ALWAYS welcome at my website www.joscraftyhook.com!

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Rugged Slopes Cowl Crochet Pattern

Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs is bringing you another free crochet pattern, the Rugged Slopes Cowl. The Rugged Slopes Cowl Crochet Pattern has a matching hat, the Rugged Slopes Messy Bun & Beanie which you can find here on my website.

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The Rugged Slopes Cowl also uses the Sedge Stitch, which is a new stitch I learned not that long ago. I love learning new stitches and I hope you do too! I currently learned how to do the Celtic Weave, the Crunch Stitch, the N Stitch and more. This year has opened so many new things that I never tried before. You can read more about some of the new things I have tried here on my website.

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Rugged Slopes Cowl

Materials:

US Hook I or 5.5mm
180-220 yards of #4 Worsted Weight Yarn
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Gauge:
US Hook I or 5.5mm
12 rows = 4″
11 st = 3.5″
Gauge is not that important in this pattern.

Abbreviations:
CH = Chain
SC = Single Crochet
HDC = Half Double Crochet
3rd Loop = 3rd Loop behind HDC
ST = Stitch
STS = Stitches
SS = Slip Stitch

Notes:
Chain 1 does NOT count as a stitch.
The Cowl is worked in Rows and in the Round.
SC are done in the 3rd Loop of the HDC
Pattern is written for Small.
Stitch count is 72.

If you would like to purchase a pdf version of this crochet pattern for a small fee you can find it any any of my shops listed below.

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Rugged Slopes Cowl

Size	Circumference	Width	Height	Yardage Used
Small	28” – 30”	14” – 15”	10” – 12”	200
Medium	30” – 32”	15” – 16”	12” – 14”	300
Large	32” – 34”	16” – 17”	14” – 16”	400

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Rugged Slopes Cowl

R1: FSC 72 (82, 92) being sure not to twist, ss into the 1st sc to join. turn 72 (82, 92)

Optional: ch 73 (83, 93) sc in 2nd ch from hook and each remaining ch. Being sure not to twist, ss in 1st st to join. 72 (82, 92)

R2: ch 1, hdc in the same st and each st around. ss in 1st st to join. Do NOT turn. 72 (82, 92)

R3: ch 1, sc in the same st. sc in the 3rd loop of hdc around. ss in 1st st to join. Do NOT turn. 72 (82, 92)

R4: ch 1 *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts*. Repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Turn. 144 (164, 194)

R5: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* Repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Turn. 144 (164, 194)

R6: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* Repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Turn. 144 (164, 194)

R7: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* Repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Turn. 144 (164, 194)

R8: Ch 1 *hdc in the next 2 st, skip 1 st* repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Do not turn. 72 (82, 92)

R9: ch 1, sc in same st, and sc in 3rd loop of hdc around. ss in 1st st to join. Do not turn. 72 (82, 92)

R10: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* Repeat from * to * around until the last st, skip last st. ss to in 1st st to join. Turn. 144 (164, 194)

R11: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* Repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Turn. 144 (164, 194)

R12: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* Repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Do NOT turn. 144 (164, 194)

R13: Ch 1, *hdc in the next 2 st, skip 1 st* repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Do not turn. 72 (81, 99)

R14: ch 1, sc in same st, and sc in 3rd loop of hdc around. ss in 1st st to join. Do not turn. 72 (82, 92)

R15: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* Repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Turn. 144 (164, 194)

R16: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* Repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Turn. 144 (164, 194)

R17: ch 1, *hdc in the next 2 st, skip 1 st* repeat around. ss in 1st st to join. Do not turn. 72 (82, 94)

R18: ch 1, hdc in same st and hdc in 3rd loop of hdc around. ss in 1st st to join. Do not turn. 72 (82, 92)

R19: ch 1, sc in 1st st and each remaining st around. Do not turn. 72 (82, 92)

R20: ch 1, ss in 1st st and each remaining st around. 72 (82, 92)

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

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From the Designer:

Thank you for your interest in this crochet pattern! Check out some of my patterns at my Ravelry Store Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs or LoveCraft or Etsy Shop JosCraftyHook or at my website joscraftyhook.com! While you are at my website be sure to subscribe to my Newsletter. This way you will be notified when I release another pattern or giveaway or blog post!
If you have any questions or concerns about this pattern or any other pattern please find me at Joey Lea Baird on Facebook or email me at jo@joscraftyhook.com
You are free to sell or gift the item, please do NOT claim this design as your own. If you share your finished product, please acknowledge me as the designer. Please forward any one who would like to do this crochet pattern or any of my patterns to the Ravelry Store or to LoveCraft or to my Etsy shop, or to my website. The web addresses for any place to connect with me are listed below.
Every purchase of my patterns helps! It allows me to buy more yarn so I can create and design more Handmade Crocheted Creations for you to enjoy.
I would LOVE to see your version of my designs! You can “Hook It” at my Ravelry Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR add a pic using the hashtag #nellieponcho or #joscraftyhook or #jo_bear38 or at anyone of the places below that allows you to connect with me! Comments, Feedback, etc. are ALWAYS welcome at my website www.joscraftyhook.com!
If you would like to make a donation to Jo’s Crafty Hook and help me with the costs of running my website, crocheting new designs I would greatly appreciate it!

Rugged Slopes Beanie & Messy Bun Crochet Pattern

WoW! I can finally take a breath and add one of my newest designs for you to my website, the Rugged Slopes Beanie & Messy Bun Crochet Pattern. This crochet pattern is a 4-in-1 pattern. As you can see by the pictures above there are quite a few different versions. In the pattern here on the website I give you instructions for a Beanie and Messy Bun that can be turned into 4 different versions. You will see once you get into the pattern.

On top of all the excitement going on here at Jo’s Crafty Hook I have been learning a lot of new stitches and one of them is featured in this crochet pattern. It is called the Sedge Stitch, I hope you fall in love with it as much as I have!

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Below you will find 3 adult sizes to choose from. If you would like to purchase you can find the pdf crochet pattern at any of the places listed below.

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Materials:

US Hook I or 5.5mm
US Hook J or 6mm
150-200 yards of #4 Worsted Weight Yarn
Tapestry Needle
Scissors

Gauge
US Hook I or 5.5mm
11 st = 3.5” wide
12 rows = 4” long

Gauge Swatch:
US Hook I or 5.5mm or size to meet Gauge.
11 st = 3.5” wide
12 rows = 4” long

Video Tutorial on how to crochet the Alternative Hat Brim or Band here.

R1: Ch 12, sc into the 2nd ch from your hook and in the next 10 ch. (11) sts

R2: Ch 1, turn. sc into 1st st, blo of the next 9 sts, sc into the last st. (Go through both loops for the first and last st.) (11)sts

R3-R12: Ch 1, turn. sc in the 1st st (go through both loops), sc in the blo in the next 9 sts, sc in the last st. (11) sts

Abbreviations:
CH = Chain
SC = Single Crochet
HDC = Half Double Crochet
HDC2TOG = Half Double Crochet 2 stitches Together
HDC3TOG = Half Double Crochet 3 stitches Together
DC = Double Crochet
BLO = Back Loop Only
3rd Loop = 3rd Loop behind HDC
ST = Stitch
STS = Stitches
SL ST = Slip Stitch

Notes:

This is a 4-in-1 pattern. Each hat can be made into a Messy Bun or a Beanie:

Solid color Messy Bun
Solid color Beanie
Multi-color Messy Bun
Multi-color Beanie

Some yarns are different. Gauge may need to be met using a different size Hook.

Rugged Slopes Messy Bun Hat

Using I Hook

BRIM

Using MC
R1: ch 5 (7, 12) sc into the 2nd ch from hook and in each remaining ch. 4 (6, 11) sc

R2: ch 1, turn. sc into 1st st, blo of the next 2 (4, 9) st, sc into the last st. (Go through both loops for the first and last st.) 4 (6, 11) sc

R3-R54 (60, 66): Ch 1, turn. sc in the 1st st (go through both loops), sc in the blo in the next 2 (4, 9) st. sc in the last st. 4 (6, 11) sc

Join Brim: Once you work 54 (60, 66) rows hold both ends together without twisting, sl st together through the blo loop of the previous row and foundation row. Do NOT turn or fasten off.

If you would like to do a solid color beanie or messy bun hat, disregard the colors changes from MC to CC.

Switch to J Hook

HAT BODY

ALL SIZES

Change to CC

R1: ch 1, hdc in each st around. sl st in 1st to join. Do not turn. 54 (60, 66) hdc

R2: ch 1, sc in same st, and sc in 3rd loop around. sl st in 1st to join. Do not turn. 54, (60, 66) sc

Change to MC

R3: ch 1 *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts*. Repeat around. sl st in 1st to join. Turn. 54, (60, 66) st

R4: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* Repeat around. sl st in 1st st to join. Turn. 54, (60, 66) st

R5 & R6: Repeat R3 & R4

Change to CC

R7: ch 1, hdc in each st around. sl st in 1st to join. Do not turn. 54 (60, 66) hdc

R8: ch 1, sc in same st, and sc in 3rd loop around. sl st in 1st to join. Do not turn. 54, (60, 66) sc

Change to MC

R9: ch 1, *(sc, 2 dc) all in the same st (the 1st sc of the previous row), skip 2 sts.* sl st in 1st to join. Repeat from * to * around. Turn. 54, (60, 66) hdc

R10: Repeat R9

R11: Repeat R9 but do NOT turn

Change to CC

R12: ch 1, hdc in each st around. sl st in 1st to join. Do not turn. 54 (60, 66) hdc

R13: ch 1, sc in same st, and sc in 3rd loop around. sl st in 1st to join. Do not turn. 54, (60, 66) sc

Change to MC

R14: Repeat R9

R15: Repeat R9. Turn

Change to CC

R17: ch 1, hdc in each st around. sl st in 1st to join. Do not turn. 54 (60, 66) hdc

R18: ch 1, sc in same st, and sc in 3rd loop around. sl st in 1st to join. Do not turn. 54, (60, 66) sc

Leave a long tail for closing the beanie. Use the running stitch or weave through the stitches to close.

Messy Bun Optional: Use the running stitch to weave the crown almost closed. Leave a 2” hole for the ponytail to fit through.

Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Rugged Slopes Multi-Color Options

I would LOVE to thank ALL of my crochet pattern testers, Thank You! They did an amazing job keeping me on my toes and working with me to bring you this awesome crochet pattern! They are: Tara Womack, Jennifer Secord, Tammy Alexander, Alison Christie, Brucene Plass, Crystal Marin Long, LJ Read, Amanda Cornellio, and Christal Dines Friend.

Jo Baird’s Rugged Slopes Messy Bun & Beanie

You can find my crochet patterns at these locations listed below.

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Find me, Jo of Jo’s Crafty Hook at any one of these places listed below!

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From the Designer:

Thank you for your interest in this crochet pattern! Check out some of my patterns at my Ravelry Store Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs or LoveCraft or Etsy Shop JosCraftyHook or at my website joscraftyhook.com! While you are at my website be sure to subscribe to my Newsletter. This way you will be notified when I release another pattern or giveaway or blog post!
If you have any questions or concerns about this pattern or any other pattern please find me at Joey Lea Baird on Facebook or email me at jo@joscraftyhook.com
You are free to sell or gift the item, please do NOT claim this design as your own. If you share your finished product, please acknowledge me as the designer. Please forward any one who would like to do this crochet pattern or any of my patterns to the Ravelry Store or to LoveCraft or to my Etsy shop, or to my website. The web addresses for any place to connect with me are listed below.
Every purchase of my patterns helps! It allows me to buy more yarn so I can create and design more Handmade Crocheted Creations for you to enjoy.
I would LOVE to see your version of my designs! You can “Hook It” at my Ravelry Jo’s Crafty Hook Designs OR add a pic using the hashtag #nellieponcho or #joscraftyhook or #jo_bear38 or at anyone of the places below that allows you to connect with me! Comments, Feedback, etc. are ALWAYS welcome at my website www.joscraftyhook.com!
If you would like to make a donation to Jo’s Crafty Hook and help me with the costs of running my website, crocheting new designs I would greatly appreciate it!