Hi,
Most publishers reject designs, made from rare or discontinued yarn. But i made it. Actually, I get really great yarns from Ebay, which are sold at a VERY low price. I prefer to buy cones - more yarn, which is enough for a large project and I can get such yarns as cashmere, angora, silk, bamboo, alpaca. And I am not talking about blends like Bernat has (Cashmere yarn in which only 5% actually are cashmere!), but blends which have at least 50% of wool, angora and so and sometimes you even can get 100% ones! Cotton ones you can get like 5-7 at least 2 lb cones for as low as $25 - and the colors are super bright! If you are making the projects for sale or for present or just for yourself (as long as they are not for publishers) they are SUPER DEALS FOR YOU!

* Linen machine knitting yarn size#30/3 of coral color, which is similar to mercerized cotton yarn #30
* Size 1.5 mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

Girl size 6

Dur to the uniqueness of the yarn I think the gauge is irrelevant for this project

Front and back are identical

1. Chain 167.
2. Sc into second chain from the hook, ch5, skip ch4, sc into fifth chain. Continue until the end f this row. Turn.
3. Ch5, Picot (1sc, ch3, 1 sc) into the middle of the ch5. Continue until the end of the row. Ch2, 1 dc into last sc. Turn.
4. Ch1, 1 sc into 1st chain. ( ch5, picot into the middle of ch5) until the end of the row.
5. Continue for total of 32 rows. At the end of 32nd row ch42. Finish off.
6. Join yarn at the beginning of this row. Ch47, turn
7. Sc into second chain from the hook, ch5, skip ch4, sc into fifth chain. Continue until the end of the ch47. Continue the main body part according to the pattern until the end of the main body part. Work second sleeve as first sleeve.
8. Continue according to the pattern for total of 21 more rows. Turn.
9. Ch5, sc into the middle of ch5. Continue until the end of the row. Turn.
Edging:
1. Ch8, dc into seventh sc. (ch5, dc into 6th sc) until the end of the row. Turn.
2. Ch6, work 3dtr into first dc. (3dtr,ch5, 3dtr) into each next dc until the end of the row, ending with (3dtr, ch2, 1tr) into 3rd ch. Turn
3. Ch1, 1 sc into first tr. ( Ch7, 1 sc into the middle of Ch5) until the end of the row, ending with last sc into 4th of first ch6. Turn.
4. Ch1, 1 sc into last sc. ( 9sc into next ch7, 1sc into next sc) until the end of the row. Finish off.

Assembling:
1. Sew side edges with sc together.
2. Make the same edging on the bottom of the body, continue rows in circles using sl st.
3. At the end of the shoulders sew one arch of back and one of front togther.
4. Make the same edging at the end of the sleeves.

This was one of the first designs I made. So the description probably could be better. First I made the outfit and then wrote what I remembered. Well, not the best way to design if you want to publish. My daughter is usually my inspiration. Almost everything I make I make for her. I hope that you will enjoy rocheting this top as much as i enjoyed designing it. And I hope that your little one will enjoy wearing it as much as my daughter during coming hot summer days.

Clea Crochet Thread (100% mercerized cotton) #10 threads (1094 yds/1000 m per skein):
1 skein # 1430
Size 8/1.50 mm crochet hook

Size 6 girls

Due to variety of the stitches it is almost impossible to obtain the gauge.

Back and front are identical.

1. Chain 149.
2. 1 TR in 5th ch from hook, 1 TR in each ch to end. Turn
3. Ch4, skip first tr, 1 TR in each tr.
4. Ch4, skip 1st TR, (1dc into next one, ch1, skip next dc) to end. Turn
5. Ch4, skip 1st and next ch, 1 dc into next dc, ch1, skip ch1, 1 dc into next dc, (ch5, skip ch5, dc3 tog into next dc, ch5, skip ch5, 1 dc into next dc, (ch1, skip ch1, 1 dc into next ch) 2 times). Repeat to end, ending with one ch1, skip ch1, 1 dc into next ch. Turn.
6. Ch4, skip 1st ch and next ch, 1 dc into next dc, (ch4, 1sc into ch5 arch, skip Cluster, 1sc into next ch5 arch, ch4, 1 dc into next dc, (ch, skip ch1, 1 dc into next dc) 2 times)). Repeat to end. Turn.
7. Ch4, skip 1st ch and next, 1 dc into next dc, ch1, skip ch1, 1 dc into next dc, (ch4, 1sc into ch4 arch, 1 sc between 2sc, 1 sc into next ch4 arch, ch4, 1 dc into next dc, (ch1, skip ch1, 1 dc into next ch) 2 times. Repeat to end. Turn.
8. Ch4, skip 1st and net ch, 1 dc into next dc, ch1, skip ch1, 1 dc into next dc, (ch5, dc3toginto 2nd of 3sc, ch5, 1dc into next dc, (ch1, skip ch1, 1 dc into next ch) 2 imes. Turn.
9. Ch4, skip 1st and next ch, 1 dc into next ch, (ch1, skip ch1, 1 dc into next ch). Repeat to end. Turn.
10. Repeat step 9 two more times.
11. Repeat steps 5,6,7,8.
12. Repeat step 9 7 times.
13. Ch2, Skip ch1, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch, ch4, skip ch7, (dc, ch4, dc) into next ch, ch4, skip ch7. Repeat to end, ending with (3dc, ch2, 3dc) in next ch, dc into last ch. Turn.
14. Ch2, Skip 4dcs, (3dc, ch2, 3dc) into ch2. {Skip (3dcs, ch4 and dc), ch2. Into next ch4 ( tr3tog, ch3)3 times, tr3tog, skip (dc, ch4 and 3 dc), ch2{. Repeat from { to{, ending with 93dc, ch2, 3 dc) on top of ch 2, dc in tch. Turn.
15. Ch2. Skip 4dcs. (3dcs, ch2, 3dcs) into ch2. Skip 3 dcs and ch2, (ch3, skip tr3tog, 2scs in ch3) 3 times, skip (tr3tog, ch2 and 3 dcs, ch3. Repeat to end. Turn.
16. Ch2. Skip 4dcs. (3dc, ch2, 3dc) into ch2, skip (3dc, ch3, and 2sc), ch4, 2sc into ch3, ch3, 2sc into ch3, ch4, skip ch3 and 3 dc. Repeat to end, ending with (3dc, ch2, 3 dc) into ch2, dc into last stitch.
17. Ch2. Skip 4 dc. (3 dc, ch2, 3 dc) into ch2, skip (3dc, ch4, 2sc), ch4, (dc, ch4, dc) into ch3, skip 2sc, ch4, 3 dc), ch4. Repeat to end, ending with (3 dc, ch2, 3 dc) into ch2, dc into last stitch.
18. Repeat steps 14-17.
19. Ch4, 1dc into ch2, ch1, 1dc into last of 3dc, ch7, 1dc into2nd on ch3, ch7, 1 dc into next ch2. Repeat to end. Turn
20. Ch4, 1 dc into next dc, (ch1, skip ch1, 1 dc into next stitch) Repeat to end. Turn.
21. Repeat step 20 5 more times. Turn
22. Slip stitch into next 7 dc and ch1. Ch4, (1 dc into next dc, ch1, skip ch1, dc into next dc) to end. Turn.
23. Ch4, (1 dc into next dc, ch1, skip ch1, dc into next dc) to end. Turn.
24. 1 sc into 2nd ch from hook, (ch5, skip ch3, 1 sc into next ch) to end. Turn.
25. (ch5, 1 sc into next ch5 arch) to end, ending with ch2, 1 dc into last sc, skip tch. Turn.
26. Ch3, 1dc into 1st stitch, ch2, 1 dc into next ch5 arch, ( ch2, 4dc into next arch, ch2, 1 dc into next arch) to end. Turn.
27. (Ch5, 1sc into next ch2) to end, ending with ch2, 1 dc into tch. Turn.
28. 1ch, 1sc into 1st stitch, (ch5, 1 sc into next ch5 arch) to end. Turn.
29. Repeat steps 25-26. Turn.
30. Repeat step 27, , turning at the end of 5 blocks. Sl st into next 3 sc, ch5.
31. Continue, following the pattern 2 more times, decreasing at the neck line every row, using slip stitches.
32. Repeat pattern one more time without decreasing. Finish off.

Sleeves (make 2):
1. Ch 94
2. 1 sc into 2nd ch from hook, (ch5, skip ch3, 1 sc into next ch) to end. Turn.
3. (ch5, 1 sc into next ch5 arch) to end, ending with ch2, 1 dc into last sc, skip tch. Turn.
4. Ch3, 1dc into 1st stitch, ch2, 1 dc into next ch5 arch, ( ch2, 4dc into next arch, ch2, 1 dc into next arch) to end. Turn.
5. (Ch5, 1sc into next ch2) to end, ending with ch2, 1 dc into tch. Turn.
6. 1ch, 1sc into 1st stitch, (ch5, 1 sc into next ch5 arch) to end. Turn.
7. Repeat steps 3-6 3 more times. Finish off.

Assembling:
1. Sew side edges and shoulders with sc together.
2. Sew sleeves’ bottoms.
3. Sew sleeves in.
Edging:

1. 1 row of sc around the neck opening. Sl st at the end. (Ch5, skip ch3, 1 sc into next stitch) repeat to end. Finish off.

Quick and simple Headband to help keep your hair out of your eyes on windy days.

J/10 Hook 6.00MM
Red Heart Hunter Green and Aqua
Tapestry Needle to sew in ends

15 inches Headband
Ties are 6.5 inches each
Total size 28 inches

6 stitches = 2 inches

ch 1 sc in first stitch throughout

Special stitch:
insert hook in same st,(first sc) YO and pull up a loop, insert hook in next st, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook

ch 41

1: sc in 2nd chain from hook *insert hook in same st, YO and pull up a loop, insert h ook in next st, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook* Repeat across ch 1 turn

2: sc in first stitch *insert hook in same st, YO and pull up a loop, insert h ook in next st, YO and pull up a loop, YO and draw through all 3 loops on hook* Repeat across ch 1 turn

3: repeat row 2 finish off

Join contrasting color in corner with a sl st, sc 3x's in same stitch as join

4: sc in each stich around, 3 sc in each corner, finish off

Ties:

Join with a sl st to Right Side in two middle stitches

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Ch 21, slt st in each stitch across on the underneath stitch (i-cord)

Repeat for the Left side

I’d like to share an original pattern of mine, cute bear for take care your key.
* easy for beginner
* can finish within an hour

1. Crochet Hooker size of 2.5 mm.
2. Acrylic Yarn (recommended) 4 ply - 1 skien
3. 1 pair of black beads as for eyes
4. fiberfill or polyester to stuff the head

approximately 2 inches wide

Gauge is not important. Depends on yarn and hooker you use but I would recommended hooker size 2.5 mm. with 4 ply yarn.

ch - chain
sc - single crochet
dec - decrease
sl st - slip stitch
sts - stiches

HEAD

ROW 1 Ch 2, 6 sc in second chain from hook (Magic Ring) (6 sts)

ROW 2 2 sc, in each sc around (12 sts)

ROW 3 1 sc, 2 sc in next sc , repeat 6 times (18 sts)

ROW 4 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc, repeat 6 times (24 sts)

ROW 5 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc, repeat 6 times (30 sts)

ROW 6 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc, repeat 6 times (36 sts)

ROW 7-10 (sc 36 sts)

ROW 11 10 sc, dec 1 , repeat 3 times (33 sts)

ROW 12 9 sc, dec 1 , repeat 3 times (30 sts)

ROW 13 sc (30 sts)

ROW 14 3 sc, dec 1, repeat 6 times (24 sts)

ROW 15 sc (24 sts)

ROW 16 2 sc, dec 1 , repeat 6 times (18 sts)

ROW 17 1 sc, dec1 , repeat 6 times, sl st in next sc
Stuff head with polyester and bind off and weave in loose end (12 sts)

- - -

EAR with skin color yarn (make 2)

ROW 1 Ch 2, 6 sc in second chain from hook (6 sts)

ROW 2 2 sc, in each sc around (12 sts)

ROW 3-4 sc, sl st in next sc, bind off and leaving long tail for sewing with body. NO NEED TO STUFF (12 sts)

any comments are welcome :)

I know so many people who love ladybugs but I could never find a great pattern, so here it is!

a ball of yarn about the size of your fist in any color you choose and black
crochet hook size H/8
yarn needle
polyfill

Roughly 6" x 4" x 2"

Gauge is unimportant since this is a toy

On round one for the body, head and dots you may find the instructions confusing or difficult. If this is the case you can use these ones instead:
ch 2, sc six times in sec ch from hook, mark first sc with a scrap of yarn in a different color so you know where the round begins
ABBREVIATIONS
sc - single crochet
scs - single crochets
rnd - round
ch - chain
slpst - slip stitch
sec - secound
lp - loop

GETTING STARTED
BODY
RND 1: With the color of your choice make a loop in the yarn. Hold the yarn together where it crosses. Make sure the tail is on the right and the ball end on the left. sc six times in the lp, mark first sc with a scrap of yarn in a different color so you know where the round begins
RND 2: sc twice in next six sc (12 sc)
RND 3: *sc in next sc, sc twice in next sc*, repeat from * to * around (18 sc)
RND 4:*sc in next two scs, sc twice in next sc*, repeat from * to * around (24 sc)
RND 5:*sc in next three scs, sc twice in next sc*, repeat from * to * around (30 sc)
RND 6:*sc in next four scs, sc twice in next sc*, repeat from * to * around (36 sc)
RND 7:*sc in next five scs, sc twice in next sc, repeat from * to * around (42 sc)
RNDS 8-10:sc in next sc and in each sc around (42 sc)
join with slpst to next sc, finish off
RND 11: join black with slpst to any sc, *skip next sc, sc in next 6 scs*, repeat from * to * around (36 sc)
RND 12:*skip next sc, sc in the next 5 scs*, repeat from * to * around (30 sc)
RND 13:*skip next sc, sc in the next 4 scs*, repeat from * to * around (24 scs)
RND 14:*skip next sc, sc in the next 3 scs*, repeat from * to * around (18 scs)
RND 15:*skip next sc, sc in the next 2 scs*, repeat from * to * around (12 scs)
Before you close off the body stuff it now.
RND 16:*skip next sc, sc in next sc*, repeat from * to * around (6 scs)
RND 17:sc in next sc and in every sc following, finish off and close remaining hole.
THE BODY IS FINISHED!
HEAD
RND 1: With black, make a loop in the yarn. Hold the yarn together where it crosses. Make sure the tail is on the right and the ball end on the left. sc six times in the lp, mark first sc with a scrap of yarn in a different color so you know where the round begins
RND 2:sc twice in next sc and in each sc around (12 scs)
RND 3:*sc in next sc, sc twice in next sc*, repeat from * to * around (18 scs)
RND 4:*sc in next 2 scs, sc twice in next sc*, repeat from * to * around (24 scs)
RND 5-7:sc in each sc around
RND 8:*skip next sc, sc in next 3 scs*, repeat from * to * around (18 scs)
RND 9:*skip next sc, sc in next 2 scs*, repeat from * to * around (12 scs)
Stuff head then continue to round 10
RND 10:*skip next sc, sc in next sc*, repeat from * to * around
(6 scs)
finsih off and attach head to body
ANTENNE (MAKE 2)
With black ch 4, sc in sec ch from hook andin next 2 scs, finish off and attach to head
LEGS (MAKE 6)
With black ch 8, sc in sec ch from hook and in next 6 scs, finish off and attach to body
BIG DOTS (MAKE 2)
RND 1: With black, make a loop in the yarn. Hold the yarn together where it crosses. Make sure the tail is on the right and the ball end on the left. sc six times in the lp
RND 2: sc twice in next 6 scs, join to next sc with a slpst, finish off and attach to sides of body
SMALL DOTS (MAKE 5)
with black, ch 2, sc 6 times in sec ch from hook, slpst in next sh, finish off and sew onto body where you think it looks best.
Stitch on face with scraps of yarn.
YOUR LADYBUG IS NOW FINISHED!!!!

I designed this cute guy for my cute nephew Sid :)

• Hook: 3 mm
• Yarn: Fine yarn in 4 colors - I used Mille Fili from Wolle Rödel (100% mercerized cotton, 130m/50g) in caramel (MC), white, red and black
• Stitch marker
• Polyfil for stuffing
• Yarn needle

Height (sitting): 14 cm

If you use a thicker yarn and a bigger hook, your teddy will also be bigger :)

Gauge is unimportant. Make tight stitches.

Each piece starts with an adjustable ring like The Magic Adjustable Ring
All body parts are worked in spirals. Use a stitch marker to keep track of rounds.
Use main color unless otherwise mentioned.

Ear (make 2)

Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tail end to tighten ring. - (6 sc)
Round 2: Work 2 sc in each st around – (12 sc)
Round 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around– (18 sc)
Rounds 4-7: Sc in each st around. – (18 sc)

Sl st in next stitch; fasten off, leaving a long tail.

Head

(worked from front (nose) to back)

Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tail end to tighten ring. - (6 sc)
Round 2: Work 2 sc in each st around – (12 sc)
Round 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (18 sc)
Round 4: *Sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (24 sc)
Round 5: *Sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (30 sc)
Round 6: *Sc in each of next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (36 sc)
Round 7: *Sc in each of next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (42 sc)
Round 8: *Sc in each of next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (48 sc)
Round 9: *Sc in each of next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (54 sc)
Round 10: *Sc in each of next 8 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (60 sc)

Rounds 11-16: Sc in each st around. – (60 sc)

Round 17: *Sc in each of next 8 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (54 sc)
Round 18: *Sc in each of next 7 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (48 sc)
Round 19: *Sc in each of next 6 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (42 sc)
Round 20: *Sc in each of next 5 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (36 sc)
Round 21: *Sc in each of next 4 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (30 sc)

Embroider the teddy face: nose, mouth and only one eye :-)
Sew on the ears using the long tails. Stuff.

Round 22: *Sc in each of next 3 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (24 sc)
Round 23: *Sc in each of next 2 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (18 sc)

Stuff some more. Decrease evenly until head is almost closed. With yarn needle make a loop with the remaining stitches and pull tight, make a knot; hide the yarn inside the head.

Eye Patch

Use black yarn.

Round 1: Work 4 sc into the ring. Pull tail end to tighten ring. - (4 sc)
Round 2: Turn; Work 2 sc in each st - (8 sc)

Add chains until strap is long enough to fit around head. Join with main part of patch; leave a long tail. Sew patch to head.

Body

Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tail end to tighten ring. - (6 sc)
Round 2: Work 2 sc in each st around – (12 sc)
Round 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (18 sc)
Round 4: *Sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (24 sc)
Round 5: *Sc in each of next 3 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around– (30 sc)
Round 6: *Sc in each of next 4 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (36 sc)
Round 7: *Sc in each of next 5 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (42 sc)
Round 8: *Sc in each of next 6 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (48 sc)
Round 9: *Sc in each of next 7 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (54 sc)
Rounds 10-13: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)

Round 14: White: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)
Round 15: Red: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)
Round 16: White: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)
Round 17: Red: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)
Round 18: White: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)
Round 19: Red: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)
Round 20: White: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)
Round 21: Red: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)
Round 22: White: Sc in each st around. – (54 sc)
Round 23: Red: *Sc in each of next 7 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (48 sc)
Round 24: White: Sc in each st around. – (48 sc)
Round 25: Red: *Sc in each of next 6 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (42 sc)
Round 26: White: Sc in each st around. – (42 sc)
Round 27: Red: *Sc in each of next 5 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (36 sc)
Round 28: White: Sc in each st around. – (36 sc)
Round 29: Red: *Sc in each of next 4 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around – (30 sc)
Round 30: White: *Sc in each of next 3 sts, Sc2tog; rep from * around– (24 sc)

Change back to main color:
Rounds 31-32: Sc in each st around. – (24 sc)

Sl st in next stitch; fasten off, leaving a long tail. Stuff.

Arm (make 2)

Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tail end to tighten ring. - (6 sc)
Round 2: Work 2 sc in each st around – (12 sc)
Round 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around– (18 sc)
Rounds 4-9: Sc in each st around. – (18 sc)

Round 10: White: Sc in each st around. – (18 sc)
Round 11: Red: Sc in each st around. – (18 sc)
Round 12: White: Sc in each st around. – (18 sc)
Round 13: Red: Sc in each st around. – (18 sc)
Round 14: White: Sc in each st around. – (18 sc)
Round 15: Red: Sc in each st around. – (18 sc)

Sl st in next stitch; fasten off, leaving a long tail. Stuff.

Leg (make 2)

Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tail end to tighten ring. - (6 sc)
Round 2: Work 2 sc in each st around– (12 sc)
Round 3: *Sc in next st, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around– (18 sc)
Round 4: *Sc in each of next 2 sts, 2 sc in next st; rep from * around – (24 sc)
Round 5: Sc in each st around. – (24 sc)
Round 6: Sc in each of next 10 sts, Sc2tog 2 times, Sc in each of next 10 sts - (22 sc)
Round 7: Sc in each of next 9 sts, Sc2tog 2 times, Sc in each of next 9 sts - (20 sc)
Round 8: Sc in each of next 8 sts, Sc2tog 2 times, Sc in each of next 8 sts - (18 sc)
Rounds 9-15: Sc in each st around. – (18 sc)

Sl st in next stitch; fasten off, leaving a long tail. Stuff.

Tail

Round 1: Work 6 sc into the ring. Pull tail end to tighten ring. - (6 sc)
Round 2: Work 2 sc in each st around – (12 sc)
Rounds 3-4: Sc in each st around. – (12 sc)

Sl st in next stitch; fasten off, leaving a long tail. Stuff a little.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Sew on everything using the long tails and enjoy!

This whimsical puppet inspired by the classic toy is sure to
keep any child entertained for hours!

Color A (Shown: Tan) – 1 skein (162 yd) 4/worsted-weight yarn
Color B (Shown: Cream)– 1 skein (162 yd) 4/worsted-weight yarn
Color C (Shown: Red) – Scrap 4/worsted-weight yarn
Size H-8 (5.0 mm) hook
2 15mm google eyes
Stitch markers
Yarn needle

8” tall x 4.5” wide

Not necessary.

http://www.crochetkitten.com/files/Sock_Monkey_Hand_Puppet.pdf

My daughter, Laura, was my inspiration for this pattern. She is so much like me in so many ways and such a joy to watch grow up. Her favorite color is brown, which, much to her mother's shopping happiness, replaced her preschool desire to be exclusively pink. Influenced by her devotion to her Girl Scout Brownie troop, she has named her hat Brownie. You can find me at www.tiffcrochets.com.

Bernat Cashmere Natural Blends (worsted weight, 65% acrylic/30% nylon/5% cashmere, approx. 60 g/2.1 oz, 94 m/103 yds). Color Earth.

Complementary substitution: Lion Brand Wool Ease (worsted weight, 80% acrylic/20% wool, approx. 70 g/3 oz, 180 m/197 yds). Color Chocolate Brown.

H (5.00 mm) hook
Tapestry needle

Fits an average woman's 20" (50.5 cm) head circumference. If you would like to make a smaller size, replace Round 6 with instructions for Round 8.

Length of hat from center to bottom shell edge is 7 1/2". If you would like to shorten hat, remove Rounds 15 and 16.

3 groups of 2 dc clusters in round = 2"

Ch. 2. Work 8 dc into the 2nd chain from the hook. Join with sl st to first dc.

Round 1: Ch 1, sc in first dc, (ch 1, sc in next dc) 7 times, ch 1. Join with sl st to first sc.
Round 2: Sl st into first ch-1 sp, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-1 sp, (sk next sc, 4 dc in next ch-1 sp) 7 times. Join with sl st to first sc.
Round 3: Ch 1, sc in first dc, (sk next dc, ch 2, sc in next dc) around; at end of round, skip last dc, ch 2, join with sl st to first sc.
Round 4: Sl st into first ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc into same ch-2 sp, (sk next sc, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp) around. Join with sl st to first dc.
Round 5: Ch 1, sc in first dc, (sk next dc, ch 2, sc in next dc) around; at end of round, skip last dc, ch 2, join with sl st to first sc.
Round 6: Sl st into first ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc into same ch-2 sp, (sk next sc, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, sk next sc, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp) around; at end of round sk next sc, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, join with sl st to first sc.
Round 7: Ch 1, sc in first dc, (sk next dc, ch 2, sc in next dc) around; at end of round, skip last dc, ch 2, join with sl st to first sc.
Round 8: Sl st into first ch-2 sp, ch 3, dc, (sk next sc, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp) around. Join with sl st to first dc.
Rounds 9 – 16: Repeat Rounds 7 and 8 four times
Round 17: Ch 1, sc in first dc, (sk next dc, ch 2, sc in next dc) around; at end of round, skip last dc, ch 2, join with sl st to first sc.
Round 18: Sl st into first ch-2 sp, ch 3, 2 dc in same ch-2 sp, (sk next sc, sc in next ch-2 sp, sk next sc, 3 dc in next ch-2 sp) around, sc in last ch-2 sp, join with sl st to first dc.

This started as a mistake, but I ran with it, and now it's one of my favorite caps. It leaves room for people with curly or thick hair, if you just had a hairstyle done. It's also just plain fashionable! Takes no time at all (accomplished in about 45 minutes in between watching TV). No need for lots of attention to make this cap.

Caron Perfect Match Black (don't need a whole skein)

Divine yarn for the rim (but you can use whatever you fancy)

Fits almost any size head. And as usual, you can decrease or increase accordingly.

Totally depends on the yarn you use. This was mostly done visually, so take a guess and go with it!

Ch 5, slip stitch into a circle.

Rd 1: Ch 3 (counts as first DC) and then dc 9 more in circle. Slip stitch to 3rd ch in first ch3.

Rd. 2-3: 2 DC in EACH dc in the round.

These fingerless gloves are quick and easy to make. They will keep your hands warm in winter and make great gifts.

Size H/5.00mm Crochet hook.
Approx 32g of any 8ply yarn. I used 8ply mulitcolored yarn that i had left over from another project.

Approx 16cm long.

18 sc and 12 rows of cuff pattern = 4" (10cm)

Abbreviations:

st / sts = stitch / stitches

ch = chain

ss = slip stitch

sc = singe crochet

tr = treble crochet

Cuff:

Work all sts through back loop only.

Beg: Make 16 ch.

Row 1: 1 sc in 3rd ch from hook, 1 ch in next 13 ch, 1 ch, turn.

Row 2: sc in next 14 ch, 1 ch, turn.

Rows 3-25. Repeat row 2.

Join beg row and row 25 together using ss, 1 ch, do not fasten off.

Mitten:

Working into the ends of the cuff rows.

Row 1: sc in the end of each cuff row (25 sc), ss to join, 1 ch.

Turn cuff inside out, the right is now facing.

Row 2: 2 sc, *(1 tr and 1 sc in next sc), 2 sc, 1 tr, 3 sc,  repeat from * to end, ending with 3 sc, ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

You now have bobbles on the the outside of your gove

Row 3: sc in next 26 sc, ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 4: 4 sc, *(1 tr and 1 sc in next sc), 3 sc, repeat from * to end, ending with 4 sc, ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 5: sc in next 30 sc, ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 6: 2 sc, *1 tr, 4 sc,  repeat from * to end, ending with 2 sc, ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 7: repeat row 5.

Row 8: 6 sc, *1 tr, 4 sc,  repeat from * to end, ending with 4 sc, ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 9: repeat row 5.

Row 10: 2 sc, 5 ch, skip next 5 sc, 5 sc, *sc 1 tr, 4 sc,  repeat from * to end, ending with 6 sc, ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 11: sc in next 30 sc, ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 12: sc in next 30 sc, ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 13: dec 2 sts, sc in each sc to end (28 sc), ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 14: dec 2 sts, sc in each sc to end (26 sc), ss to join, 1 ch, turn.

Row 15: dec 2 sts, sc in each sc to end (24 sc), ss to join, fasten off.

Just in time for the holidays. Children LOVE this cute little reindeer hat.

Tan (warm brown), brown, white, black, red - 4 ply yarn (I used Red Heart Super Saver)
Size G hook
Darning Needle
Small amount of polyester batting

This will fit children from about 2-6 years.

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Suitable for beginners- Single crochet

HAT -using tan
Rnd 1- Ch 2, 8 sc in 2nd ch (8 sc)
Rnd 2- Work 2 sc in each sc around (16 sc)
Rnd 3- *sc in next sc, 2sc in next sc, repeat from * around, (24 sc)

Gittle was inspired by the Dastardly Bear I completed from a Stitch-n-Bitch pattern. At first I thought stuffed animals were one of the most horrid things to do. I had almost resigned myself to sticking to hats, scarfs, shawls and purses. Than I started tinkering around with a brown scrap skein and the Puff Puff Puffin was born. Gittle was a bit of an homage to my friend and turtle lover Michelle. Gittle is also my inaugural free pattern for my blog! So - here goes nothing. If the directions are way skewed or something seems amiss email me and I will try and adjust it post haste.

Yarn: You can use any brand. I used generic acrylic scrap pieces from my own collection. The soft kind from the baby section works really well. The body is a sage green (color 1) and standard black (color 2). The head, tail and legs are a butter cream yellow with a touch of ruby red for eyes. I don't have numbers because the tags are long gone.

Quantity: I would have to estimate less than 6 oz of each would probably suffice.

Hook & Needle: Size 5 or F American hook and a yarn needle.

Stuffing: Enough to fill all the pieces. Possibly 1 oz. You can use cluster fill, polyester fill or go natural and organic.

Cluster fill is downy and feathery. It's also very loose and fluffy for stuffing. Will shed a little bit.

Polyester fill is stringing and stuck together. It does fill tightly and doesn't shed as much as cluster fill.

Organic or Natural. Rice, legumes or precooked popcorn. If going more natural the piece will need stitched very tightly with slip stitches instead of single crochets and possibly lined so the "stuffing" doesn't fall out.

Smaller than a football. It's a stuffed animal so the size isn't really an exact science.

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Please Note: The exact stitches I used or size hook isn't that instrumental as long as the stitches are increased evenly as noted. If they aren't done evenly it will look a bit oblong like an overstuffed sausage in places. The bigger the hook the larger apart the holes where stuffing could fall out. For an extremely tight piece slip stitch in place of the single crochets. I also did this entire piece by crocheting in the back loop only for a ribbed effect. If you want a more knobby look crochet through both stitches.

Overall Assembly: Stitch the legs, tail and head first. (All as separate pieces.) As you work on the body you will join the legs, tail and head pieces. The tail is attached with the piece correct side out. The legs are attached with the torso inside out. The head is attached last, after all the stuffing.

The Jargon:
sc = single crochet.
sc2tog (decrease) = single crochet two together. put hook in stitch, pull yarn through the stitch, leave loop on hook. put hook into next stitch. pull yarn through that stitch. 2 loops should be on the hook. yo, pull through both stitches.
2sc (increase) = 2 single crochets in same stitch.
hdc = half double crochet.
sts = stitches
sl sts = slip stitch
ch = chain

LEGS: CROCHET (Make 4)
Row 1: Ch 13, turn
R2-11: Ch 1, sc in next 10 stitches, turn (11 sts total)
R12: Ch 1, sl sts entire row. Tie off.
Leave 18 inch to 2 feet sewing length.

This pattern was designed for an afghan to be donated to Project Linus, a charity that donates blankets to kids in hospitals. Project Linus requires that all blankets must be made using acrylic, but the pattern could be used for any yarn. The design was inspired by the granny square and the fact that Arizona is a warm climate. The open, airy feel of the stitch allows the blanket to be cuddly without being bulky.

Worsted weight acrylic:
MC—variegated pink and purple (approx 16 oz)
CC—solid pink (approx 16 oz)
Desired Hook Size
Check gauge for desired width and length

Based on individual piece. Pictured afghan approximately 50" by 60"

Check your gauge for desired width and length using hook of choice.

This patterns is designed to be a template, therefore, specific gauge is based on individual hook choice and intended size. The directions for the foundation chain are given in multiples so it can be crocheted to desired width.

Body:

Foundation Chain:
With MC, ch [multiple of 4 sts plus 3] for desired length.

My daughter Selma is in Peace Camp this week and she has a very
favorite counselor named Ariel who, I'm guessing, is about 15. She
wanted to give her a little present on the last day, so I quickly made
her this kerchief using some flag yarn I got from the Crochetville Sea of Yarn Swap.

1 oz. or less worsted weight yarn (I used some vintage Dupont Orlon I
snagged at Value Village, the orlon made the kerchif a bit heavy, it
would also be nice in a lighter-weight cotton, but I went with it
because I liked the color combination)
1 ball carrying weight novelty yarn--I used Red Heart Tiki in "Aruba".

Size H/5mm crochet hook

Yarn needle

About 10" across the widest part.

As the kerchief is crocheted to fit, gauge is not essential for this pattern.

Note, Main yarn and carrying yarn are held together throughout.

Instructions:

Chain 4, DC in 4th chain from hook. Chain 3, turn.

Spring can be chilly, so a wool cap ain't out of season. Worked up in oh-so-appropriate green yarn, this one is super simple, with a twist. Textured stitches are worked doubled, through first the back and then the front loop of the stitch. Totally nifty.

• MC: Patons Merino Wool-1 skein (3½ ounces/100 grams, 223 yards) -- I used approximately 1/3 skein. Color Deep Olive
• CC: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes (50 grams, 100 yards) -- I used approximately 20 yards. Color Avocado
• (One skein of each is enough to make at least two skull caps, with lots of leftovers from the Knit Picks -- perfect scrap yarn project)
• J (6.0 mm) hook
• I (5.5 mm) hook
• Tapestry needle

Fits an average sized head (about 21½” in circumference). To make smaller (for a child), skip Round 6. To make larger (about 23” in circumference), add another increase round after Round 6 and work Round 9 twice. For the well above average head, add two increase rounds after Round 6 and work Round 9 three times.

13 dc = 4" using J (6 mm) hook

Back Front Single Crochet (bfsc):  Insert hook in back loop of stitch and draw up a loop, insert hook in front loop of same stitch and draw up a loop (2 loops on hook), yo and draw through all three loops on hook.