This is a simple purse pattern, perfect to make as a gift or simply to keep for yourself!

This was first published on my blog http://hookylove.blogspot.com/

You will need around 55 metres of aran weight yarn (I used Patons Dew) a 4.5mm crochet hook, two buttons, some material for lining, a yarn needle, a sewing needle, some thread, a 10cm x 5cm purse frame and some textile glue. (I got the frame and glue from http://www.u-handbag.com )

Diameter tbc

diameter after 9 rows = tbc, 16sts = 10cm wide to fit purse frame.

It's easy enough to adjust the purse size depending on the frame. The purse diameter can be increased by adding rows follwing the same increase of 9 sts per row (or omitting rows for a smaller diameter) and the top of the purse can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the number of htr in the centre of row 10. For more depth add rows of dc.

All terms used in this pattern are in UK terminology:

st - stitch
sts - stitches
blo - Back loop only
Ch - chain
sl st - slip stitch
dc - double crochet
htr - half treble
tr - treble
dtr - double treble
WS - wrong side
RS - right side

Purse body - make 2

Ch5 sl st into 1st ch to join.

Row 1: Ch 2 (counts as dc) 8dc in circle. (9sts)

Do not join. Work rows in a spiral. Mark end of each row with a stitch marker and move up as purse progresses. All sts worked in blo.

Row 2: 2dc in each dc around (18sts)

Row 3: (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc) Repeat around. (27sts)

Row 4: (dc in next 2dc, 2dc in next dc) Repeat around (36sts)

Row 5: (dc in next 3dc, 2dc in next dc) Repeat around (45sts)

Row 6: (dc in next 4dc, 2dc in next dc) Repeat around (54sts)

Row 7: (dc in next 5dc, 2dc in next dc) Repeat around (63sts)

Row 8: (dc in next 6dc, 2dc in next dc) Repeat around (72sts)

Row 9: (dc in next 7dc, 2dc in next dc) Repeat around (81sts)

End of spiral rounds.

A quick, easy project made from super bulky yarn. Great for spring or fall weather.

-1 skein super bulky weight yarn (weight category 6)
I used Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick (75% acrylic/25% wool) in Lemongrass.
-10 mm (US N/P-15) crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge
-Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Fits an average adult woman's neck.

Approx. 3 stitches and 2.5 rows = 5 cm (2") in dc

Exact gauge is not critical, but it needs to fit over your head :)

Stitches used:
ch: chain
sl st: slip stitch
sc: single crochet
dc: double crochet

tch: turning chain

Pattern is worked in rounds that are joined, but not turned.

Foundation row: Ch 40. Join to first ch with sl st, making sure not to twist work.
Row 1: Ch 1 (does not count as st). Sc in each sc. Sl st in first sc to join (40 sc).
Row 2: Repeat Row 1.
Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as first dc). Dc in next 5 sc. [Ch 2 loosely. Skip next 2 sc. Dc in next 6 sc] 4 times. Ch 2 loosely, skip next 2 sc. Sl st in 3rd ch of tch to join. (40 sts: 30 dc, 5 ch-2 spaces)
Row 4: Ch 3 (counts as first dc). Dc in next 3 dc. [Ch 2 loosely. Skip next 2 dc. Dc in next 2 ch, dc in next 4 dc] 4 times. Ch 2 loosely, skip next 2 dc. Dc in next 2 ch. Sl st in 3rd ch of tch to join. (40 sts: 30 dc, 5 ch-2 spaces)

This hat was inspired by a trip to the Big Red Trees along the Coast of California. It is a simple Tam pattern. Very adaptable to your own head and style.

This uses basic stitches like single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet.

Crochet Hook US J/10/6.00MM
Tapestry needle for sewing ends
Lion Brand Wool 100% cocoa (To clean: hand wash, lay flat to dry) 1skein
Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice Olive Small amount for Edging

circumference is approx. 33inches which fits my Large head a little loose. If you have dreads or Long thick hair this is perfect.

Gauge: 5dc=4inches;circumference is approx. 33inches

Stitches Used:

Double Crochet
Decrease Double Crochet
Single Crochet
Slip Stitch
Ch2 does not count as first DC (it is used as a filler)
Do not join unless noted

Resources:

Double Crochet (DC) – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gQMTXrIP40

Decrease Double Crochet (DC2tog) – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxwqTkbx4xI

Changing Colors – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3DnuYR9dCg

Chain 3

Row1: 8DC in third chain from hook, ch2 (ch2 does NOT count as first dc)

Row2: 2dc in each stitch around (16dc) ch2

Row3: *1 Dc in first stitch, 2Dc in next stitch* Repeat this 7more times, ch2 (24DC)

Row4: *1 Dc in first 2 stitches, 2DC in next stitch * Repeat this 7 more times, ch2 (32DC)

Row5: * 1 DC in first 3 stitches, 2DC in next stitch * Repeat this 7 more times, ch2 (40DC)

Row6: * 1 DC in first 4 stitches, 2DC in next stitch * Repeat this 7 more times, ch2 (48DC)

Row7: * 1 DC in first 5 stitches, 2DC in next stitch * Repeat this 7 more times, ch2 (56DC)

Row8: 1 DC in each stitch around, (56DC)

Row9: Change to Olive – ch2, 1DC in each stitch around, (56DC)

Row10: Change to Cocoa – ch2, 1DC in each stitch around, (56DC)

This is a pattern for Plus Size Arm Warmers. There are a lot of arm warmer - wrist warmer patterns out there and most are made for thin long arms. My chubby arms and wrists are large and get larger as they go up toward the elbow. I came up with this pattern for myself but thought others might want to have a simple arm warmer pattern that they can tweak to fit their unique arms. :)

Size H/8 5.000mm Hook
2 skeins Patons SWS (soy wool solids) I used Natural Raisin and Natural Moss
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle

Abbreviations:
sc = single crochet
sl st = slip stitch
hdc = half double crochet
dc= double crochet
ch= chain
st = stitch

Size L - XL (customizable to your arms)

Gauge is not known. For thicker yarn weight like one used above, you will need less stitches. (use your arm width and length of armwarmers you wish as a guide)

This was a thicker yarn, if you use a thinner weight yarn you will have to increase the # of stitches for length and width.

Natural Raisin:

Start out with a chain of 26. Then sc in second ch from hook. Single Crochet in each st across. (25stitches)

chain1 turn (each row)

Single crochet in each stitch across for 13 rows

Slip Stitch in the first 8stitches, then single crochet in the remaining 17 stitches. (This is the hole for the thumb) chain 1 and turn

Single crochet in next 17stitches, chain 7, then sc in last stitch. Chain 1 turn

Sc in each stitch across. (25stitches) ch 1, turn
Repeat this 13 more rows.

You'll have a total of 26 rows.

Finish off

Fold the 'square' in half matching up the 'thumb holes'.

You will now need to thread your tapestry with the yarn you will be using to sew up the armwarmers. (I used natural raisin)

These great legwarmers use a color changing, self-striping sport weight Bernat yarn that has a crinkle to it. Super soft and oh so fashionable.

Sport weight Bernat yarn in Splash Stripes used about 1/2 a skien for the pair.
K hook.

length from knee to ankle on a 10 year old, width 30 stitches or to fit the largest part of the calf.

I really never calculate gauge, but I used a nice fat K hook. Obviously the smaller the hook the tighter the stitch and I wanted these to be done quickly and have a slouchy look to them.
Note: this size is usually good for child/teen. Increase beginning chain by 5, or 10 to make med, or large sizes, or make a chain and wrap it around the largest part of the calf and count how many chains it is.

Abbreviations:
Ch = chain
Dc = double crochet
Hdc = half double crochet
St(s) = stitch(es)
Ss = slip stitch
Sc = single crochet

Pattern:
Rnd 1: ch 31, turn.

Rnd 2: Hdc in 2nd ch from hook. Hdc in each st across. (30 sts.) Do not turn. Ss in 1st hdc to form a circle.

Rnd 3: ch 2 (counts as first Dc) Dc in each st around. (30 sts.) Ss into top of ch 2 to join.

Rnd 4: ch 1 (counts as first Hdc) Hdc in each st around. (30 sts.) Ss into ch 1 to join.

Rnd 5 -23 odd: repeat Rnd 3.

Rnd 6-24 even: repeat Rnd 4.

Rnd 25: Do Not do ch 2. Dc in each st around. (29 sts) Ss into 1st Dc. This will taper down the ankle area.

Rnd 26: (no Ch) Hdc in each st around. (28 sts) Ss into 1st Hdc.

Rnd 27: Dc in each st around. (27 sts) Ss into 1st Dc.

Rnd 28: Hdc in each st around. (26 sts) Ss into 1st Hdc.

Rnd 29: Dc in each st around. (25 sts) Ss into 1st Dc.

Fall is nearly here where I live in central NY, and that means it's time for fingerless glove/armwarmers. I love the warm, harvest colors!

H hook

150g worsted weight yarn (I used a blend of 70% wool & 30% alpaca yarn)

2 small pom-poms

tapestry needle

11 & 1/2" long

Fits an average arm width

20 hdc and 12 rows = 4"

Make 2

ch 50

Row 1: hdc in 2nd loop from hook to end, ch2, turn

Row 2: hdc in back loop of each st

Row 3-20: rep Row 2, ch 1

sc across the top (over the 20 st), finish off, leaving a 25" tail

Finishing:

Fold in half and sew long sides together for about 2". Run yarn through 9-10 stitches for thumb hole. Continue sewing to bottom. Finish off. weave in ends.

Embellish each with one small pom-pom.

It took me 3 nights of Tunisian crochet but it was worth it.
It's a combination of 3 different Tunisian Crochet stitches (a 3 row pattern stitch), and let me add that it's very easy to follow.
The variegated yarn and the texture completes the look. The big hook makes this wrap works up fast.

YARN:
Shown in Joann’s Sensations Angel Hair [wool 22%, acrylic 50%, nylon 28%] 120 yd/110m per 3 ½ oz/100gr: Color #110 Blue/taupe stripes: 3 skeins

HOOKS:
Tunisian crochet hook size N-15/10 mm
Crochet hook size M-13/9 mm or any size to obtain correct gauge
Tapestry needle

one size
Finish length: 57”/148.8cm
Finish width: approx 12”/30.5cm

11 sts/10 rows of Tunisian Simple Stitch - TSS= approx 4"x4"/10cmx10cm

Special Stitches

Tunisian Simple Stitch - TSS: Forward: Insert hook in st indicated (second ch from hook or next vertical bar), yo, pull up lp.
Reverse: yo, pull through first lp on hook; * [yo, pull through 2 lps] repeat from * all sts across until remain with 1 lp on hook.

Tunisian Double Twisted Stitch - TDTS: Forward: yo, insert hook in indicated vertical bar from left to right, pull up lp, yo, pull through 2 lps.
Reverse: same as TSS.

Tunisian Double Stitch - TDS: Forward: yo, insert hook in indicated vertical bar from right to left, pull up lp, yo, pull through 2 lps.
Reverse: same as TSS

Tunisian Extended Stitch - TES: Forward: insert hook in indicated vertical bar, pull up lp, ch 1.
Reverse: same as TSS

Bind off - BO: Forward: * [Insert hook in next vertical bar and upper horizontal bar, pull up lp through lp on hook], repeat from * all sts across remaining last st. Insert hook in last vertical bar, pull up lp through lp on hook.

BODY
With Tunisian crochet hook, ch 28.
Row 1: Work TSS in second ch from hook and in all ch across.
Row 2: Ch 1 (only in first st), work TDTS in second st and all across until remain 1 st, 1TDS in last st.
Row 3: Ch 1 (only in first st), work TDS in second st and all sts across.
Row 4: Ch 1 (only in first st), work TES in second st and all sts across.

Work row 2, 3 and 4 in that order until obtain 72 rows.
Row 73: BO, remaining with last st on hook.

TRIM
Switch to crochet hook,
Row A: [ch 3, sk 2 sts, sc in next st] 9 times.
Row B: Ch3, sc in ch space of row bellow, [ch 5, sc in ch space of row bellow] 8 times, ch 3, sl st in last st. Fasten off. Weave in end.
Repeat rows A-B in the other short side of work. Fasten off. Weave in end.

Copyright © 2008 by AG mode
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Have you ever seen Knitty's famous Clapotis pattern? If not, you're missing out. It's a lovely little number that can either be worn as a scarf or a shawl. It's knit on the diagonal with variegated yarn, so that it stripes in the opposite direction as the texture. The Animator's Wife has been longing for such a scarf, but lacking the skill to knit, has come up with a crochet version.

Our crochet Clapochet is also worked on the diagonal, with chain spaces peppered throughout to create a texture similar to the original Clapotis. If variegated yarn is used, it will stripe with the texture instead of against it, but the final result is just as versatile as the original in that it may be scrunched up and worn as a scarf or spread out and worn as a shawl. We hope you enjoy it!

650 yd 4/worsted-weight yarn
Size J-10 (6.0 mm) crochet hook

18" wide x 72" long

Not needed.

http://crochetkitten.blogspot.com/2009/02/clapochet.html

This is a crochet version of Knitty's Voodoo Wrist Warmers. Mmm... So warm!

110 yd 4/worsted-weight yarn
J-10 (6.0 mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle

One size fits all.

Not needed.

http://crochetkitten.blogspot.com/2009/01/charmed-wrist-warmers.html

A versatile unisex pattern, the puff stitch provides textural interest in this quick project.

Materials:
Size J Hook/6 MM
1 skein Worsted Weight yarn, I used Red Heart Sage

Approximately 60 inches long.

Not important to this pattern

Stitches Used: ch, sc, dc, puff stitch

SPECIAL STITCH: PUFF STITCH:

Wrap the yarn over your hook. Insert the hook through the same stitch or space. Wrap the yarn over the hook and pull through. There will be 5 loops on the hook.

Chain 204.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd chain from hook and in each chain across. Ch 1, turn
Row 2: Sc in every stitch, ch 1, turn.
Row 3: Sc in every stitch, ch 2 (counts as 1 dc), turn.
Rows 4 & 5: Dc in BACK LOOP ONLY of each sc in previous row, ch 2, turn.
Row 6: puff stitch, dc across.
Rows 7 & 8: Dc in BACK LOOP ONLY of each sc in previous row, ch 1

Repeat rows 1-8 for pattern repeat until run out of yarn.

Designed by Paulissa Kipp
Copyright 2009
A copy of the pattern may be printed for personal use; this pattern may not be distributed on any other websites without the express written permission of the designer. The pattern may be linked to. You may sell the items made from the pattern; you may not sell the pattern as your own.