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Sweetheart Cowl Crochet Pattern

April 27, 2018 By Corina Leave a Comment

Sweetheart Cowl Crochet Pattern

The most important accessory is a smile, but after that, it’s all up to you. This sweetheart cowl is bound to become one of your go-to accessories on colder days.

You’ll love the whimsical pattern almost as much as how easy it is to follow. This pattern is worked in the round, so brush up on those skills before you begin.

With a pattern this cute an unique, you’ll want to ditch your plain old scarves every time you see it hanging in your closet. You can choose to crochet with whatever color fits that outfit you have in mind. We’re envisioning how great it would look paired with some knee-high boots and layered under a winter coat.

While this design will have you wishing for chilly days, this cowl is also light enough to wear in warmer weather. Using bright colors can add a touch of spring to your everyday outfits. You might even want to make two, so you can rotate your wardrobe accordingly.

Grab your crochet hook and get ready to dress to impress.

Yarn: Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable worsted weight yarn (3.5 oz/270 yds): 1 skein #3965, Candied

Materials: US Size J/10 (6.0mm) crochet hook, yarn, needle, scissors

Difficulty: Easy

Size: One size fits most teens and adults.

Gauge: Not critical for this project.

Special Stitch:
Picot = Ch 5, sl st into 5th ch from hook

Notes:
Do not turn your work.
This pattern is worked in the round from the bottom up.
Round 1 is both the foundation ch and edging.

Instructions:

Round 1: *Picot, ch 5; repeat from * around 22 times, sl st through center of 1st Picot to form loop — 22 Picots, 22 ch-5 spaces.

Round 2: Ch 10 (counts as dc, ch 8), *dc in next Picot, ch 8; repeat from * around 21 times, sl st to 2nd ch of beginning ch-10 — 22 dc, 22 ch-8 spaces.

Round 3: Working in 1st ch-8 space, [sl st, ch 1] twice, sl st, ch 2 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same space, ch 2, *3 dc in next ch-8 space, ch 2; repeat from * around 21 times, sl st to top of ch-2 to join—66 dc, 22 ch-2 spaces.

Round 4: Sl st in next 2 dc, sl st in ch-2 space, ch 2 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same space, ch 2, *3 dc in next ch-2 space, ch 2; repeat from * around 21 times, sl st to top of ch-2 to join — 66 dc, 22 ch-2 spaces.

Rounds 5–25: Repeat Round 4.

Finishing: Fasten off and weave in the ends.

Now that you’ve made your sweetheart cowl, we want to see what you’ve got. Send us over a picture before you flaunt your work out in public. Once you’ve done that, browse for your next project. Since we know you’ve got a little taste for whimsy, might we suggest one of these circle vests?

Retro Messy Bun Hat Crochet Pattern

April 17, 2018 By Corina Leave a Comment

Retro Messy Bun Hat Crochet Pattern

This fun yellow hat will be sure to brighten up any gloomy day – even though you can choose whichever color you’d like. People won’t be able to help but ask you where you go your cheerful headpiece from.

In this easy to intermediate pattern, you’ll begin by creating the band. Next, you’ll work your way up to making the rest of the hat and finally add whatever button you may choose.

For yarn, we chose merino wool because it’s warm, soft, and breathable. It doesn’t have any of that itchy and scratchy feeling you might associate with wool.

Wear this versatile messy bun hat on a trip to the mountains or outside on a chilly morning walk. You might want to wear it everywhere, actually, and the good news is you don’t have to stop at making one.

So grab your yarn and let’s get started. Time to add some cheer to the world, one stitch at a time.

Pattern Title: Retro Messy Bun Hat

Skill Level: Easy/Intermediate

Materials:

Hook(s) size: k/10.5 – 6.5mm

Yarn weight: Size 5 bulky weight yarn

Preferred type of yarn: Merino Wool

Yarn Yardage: Color A – approx 85 yds, Color B – approx 85 yds

Tools – scissors, tapestry needle, stitch marker, 1.5” button

Approx. finished dimensions: 3” diameter opening, 19” circumference at the band, 20” circumference at the crown, 7.5” in length

Gauge (if necessary): 4”= 10 sc, 11 rows

Pattern details:

Special notes (anything important that should be added):

Ch – chain, sc – single crochet, st(s) – stitch(es), yoh – yarn over hook, sl/st – slip stitch
In round 1 of the beanie portion randomly place the 50 sc around the top as evenly spaced as you can.
The beanie portion is worked in the round
You will be working with 2 colors of yarn starting in round 3 of the beanie portion. I find it easiest to attach the second color by leaving a long tail and crocheting over it with the first color. I carry my second color of yarn on top of the previous row of stitches.

The pattern:

The band – Color A

Chain 10

Round 1 – sc into the second ch from hook and in each st across – 9sts

Round 2 to 28 – ch 1, turn, sc in each st across – 9sts

Fold ¾ of the way, leaving 4 rows hanging out at the end. This part will be our flap where we place the button, sl/st into the 4th row from the end and down remaining 8 sts. Tie off yarn and break.

Beanie Portion – Color B

Round 1 – attach color B, sc 50 sts around – 50 sts

Round 2 – sc in each st around – 50 sts

Attach color A, you will be carrying it throughout the pattern

Round 3 -* Using color B, sc in the next st, in the following st pull through color A, yoh with color B to complete the st; repeat from * to end of round – 50 sts

Round 4-5 – Using color B, sc in each st around – 50 sts

Round 6 – repeat round 3

Round 7-8 – repeat round 4-5

Round 9 – repeat round 3

Round 10-11 – repeat round 4-5

Round 12 – repeat round 3

Finishing

After round 12, sl/st into the next st; tie off and cut both yarn strings but leave a tail of color B approx 45”. Turn hat inside out and work a running st in and out of each loop at the top. Pull string to tighten until there is an approx 3” hole at the top. Tie off yarn to secure hole.

Turn hat right side out, using the tail of the yarn still, sc in approx every second st all around. Tie off yarn, sew in ends and add a button to secure flap.

You’ll definitely fight against the cold by feeling all warm and fuzzy from the compliments you’re bound to receive on this hat. Once you’ve got your hat finished, you can continue the cozy train by choosing a scarf to make. If you’ve got a beautiful end result – and of course you do – show it off! We’d love to see it.

Star Stitch Neck Warmer Crochet Pattern

April 11, 2018 By Corina Leave a Comment

Star Stitch Neck Warmer Crochet Pattern

You know what it’s impossible to do when wearing a cowl? Scowl. You’ll have a smile on your face the whole time you’re wearing your easy to make neck warmer.

Throw this on whenever you need a little extra layer against the elements, and you want to look good doing it. We’re all about easy ways to look great and feel great, and that’s what you’re going to be crocheting when you choose this pattern.

We chose worsted wool in heather and pink to get this muted look. Choose whatever colors tickle your fancy and keep your neck warm.

You get to use your star stitch. You know what that means. The entire time you’re wearing it, you’ll feel like a star. Grab some wool in whichever color you’re feeling, get your crochet needle, and get ready to party like a rockstar.

Pattern Title: Star Stitch Cowl

Skill Level: Easy / Intermediate

Materials:

Hook(s) size: J/10 6mm

Yarn weight: Worsted

Preferred type of yarn: wool

Suggested yarn: Cascade 220 Heathers

Yarn Yardage: Color A – Cascade 220 doeskin heather (8012) 220 yds (approx), Color B – Cascade 220 soft pink (4192) 140 yds (approx)

Tools – scissors, tapestry needle, stitch marker

Approx. finished dimensions: Height 10.5,” circumference at bottom 26.5,” circumference at neck 20”

Gauge: 4” = 12 sc by 8 rows

Pattern details (ex. How many squares needed to make to complete the blanket):

Special notes

Ch – chain, sl/st – slip stitch, st(s) – stitch(es), sc – single crochet, sp – space, yoh – yarn over hook, hdc – half double crochet,
This pattern is worked in the round from round 2-37
The star stitch consists of two rows and explained in rounds 2 and 3. I would highly recommend watching a video on the star stitch if it is new to you, as it’s a bit tricky to explain. The variation I use may differ as it is worked in the round, but watching a tutorial will help with understanding the general way this stitch is worked.
The even moss stitch is used and explained in rounds 4-6
The decrease is worked by crocheting 2 sts together

The pattern

Color A

Ch 90, sl/st in first ch to create a loop (make sure the ch is not twisted)

Round 1 – Ch 1, sc in each st around, sl/st into ch 1 – 90 sts

Round 2 – ch 2, pull up a loop in second ch from hook, pull up a loop in same sp as ch 2, pull up a loop in each of the next 2 sts (5 loops on hook); yoh and pull through all 5 loops, ch 1 to close star stitch. *Pull up a loop in the eye of the star stitch, pull up a loop in the space between the 2 posts below the eye of the star, pull up a loop in the same ch space, pull up a loop in each of the next 2 sts (6 loops on hook); yoh and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1 to close star stitch; repeat from * to end. The last star stitch is completed by pulling up a loop in the same sp as the ch 2 at the beginning of the round. – 45 star stitches,

Round 3 – *sc in the next st, sc in the eye of the star stitch; repeat from * to end – 90 sts

Round 4-6 – *sl/st in the next st, hdc in the following st; repeat from * to end – 90 sts

Round 7 – sl/st in the next st; ch 2, pull up a loop in second ch from hook, pull up a loop in same sp as ch 2, pull up a loop in each of the next 2 sts (5 loops on hook); yoh and pull through all 5 loops, ch 1 to close star stitch. *Pull up a loop in the eye of the star stitch, pull up a loop in the space between the 2 posts below the eye of the star, pull up a loop in the same ch space, pull up a loop in each of the next 2 sts (6 loops on hook); yoh and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1 to close star stitch; repeat from * to end. The last star stitch is completed by pulling up a loop in the same space as the ch 2 at the beginning of the round. – 45 star stitches,

Round 8 – repeat round 3 – 90 sts

Round 9-11 – repeat round 4-6 – 90 sts

Round 12 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 13 – repeat round 3 – 90 sts

Round 14-16 – repeat round 4-6 – 90 sts

Round 17 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 18 – repeat round 3, in the last st, attach color B; tie off and cut color A

Color B

Round 19 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 20 – repeat round 3 – 90 sts

Round 21-23 – repeat round 4-6 – 90 sts

Round 24 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 25 – repeat round 3 – 90 sts

Round 26-28 – repeat round 4-6 – 90 sts

Round 29 – repeat round 7 – 45 star stitches

Round 30 – repeat round 3 , in the last st, attach color A; tie off and cut color B- 90 sts

Color A

Round 31 – ch 1 in the next st, sc in each of the following 2 sts, decrease in the following. Sc in each of the next 3 sts, decrease in the following; repeat from * to end – 72 sts

Round 32 – sc in each of the next 4 sts, decrease in the next st; repeat from * to end – 60 sts

Round 33-35 – repeat round 4-6 – 60 sts

Round 36 – Repeat round 7 – 60 star stitches

Round 37 – repeat round 3, sl/st into the last st, cut yarn and tie off – 60 sts

Sew in all ends with a tapestry needle.

All done? Don’t stop there. Don’t let this go over your head – pun intended. So you’re rocking your cowl? Rock some socks, too. Once you’ve mastered this pattern, these ones should be a walk in the park. Don’t forget to show us what you’ve made – we’d love to see your work.

Rustic Love Slouch Crochet Pattern

January 21, 2018 By Corina 1 Comment

Rustic Love Slouch Crochet Pattern

I had planned to make myself a new hat, but about halfway through, I couldn’t decide if this should be MY hat or for my daughter. She is 7 now, and we can share hats! It seems that most children’s hat sizes fit me and most small adult hat sizes fit her. She is growing up so fast, it’s not even fair!!! After taking the photo’s she told me she wants to keep that hat for wearing to school… maybe next winter I will be able to take over and start wearing it myself. 😉
My goal was to use only one skein of Super Saver Stripes – Latte Stripes, but to make this hat have the perfect slight slouch to it and a large full pom pom, I had to bust out a second skein. I didn’t even use half of the second, leaving you enough yarn to make fingerless gloves or an ear warmer set!

Rustic Love Slouch - Free Crochet Pattern - Stitch11

Rustic Love Slouch Crochet Pattern

Supplies
1 1/2 Skeins of Red Heart Super Saver Stripes “Latte Stripe” (approx 320 yrds)
H/5 mm Crochet Hook
Yarn Needle

Stitches used
CH – Chain
SC – Single Crochet
3-HDC-Popcorn
5- DC-Popcorn
FPSC – Front Post Single Crochet

How to crochet the 3 HDC Popcorn Stitch
-Work 3 half double crochet (hdc) stitches in the same stitch.
-Drop the loop from your hook.
-Insert your hook from front to back under the top 2 loops of the first half double crochet of the group.
-Grab the dropped loop with your hook and pull it through the stitch.

How to crochet the 5 DC Popcorn Stitch
-Work 5 double crochet (dc) stitches in the same stitch.
-Drop the loop from your hook.
-Insert your hook from front to back under the top 2 loops of the first double crochet of the group.
-Grab the dropped loop with your hook and pull it through the stitch.

Note- Your starting CH length will be the width of the hat. You will continue with the same number of stitches through the entire slouch. If your starting CH is too long or too short to fit around the head you are making the hat for, you can adjust the size by counts of 2.
Note – This pattern is written to fit Child /Small Adult.

You will be working from the top of the slouch down. Leave a 2 ft starting end. (You will use this to close the top of the hat once it’s finished.)
Round 1: CH 66 . Join to first CH. CH 1. SC into each CH. Join to first SC. (66 SC)
Round 2-4: CH 1. SC into each stitch. Join to first SC. (66 SC)
Round 5: CH 1. *3-HDC-popcorn stitch into first stitch. CH 2. 3-HDC-popcorn stitch into same stitch. Skip next stitch. Repeat from * around. Join to first popcorn. (66 popcorn stitches)
Round 6: Slip stitch into CH 2 space. CH 2. 5-DC-Popcorn into CH space. CH 1. *5-DC-Popcorn into next CH space. CH 1. Repeat from * around. Join to first popcorn. (33 Popcorn stitches)
Round 7: Slip stitch into CH 1 space. CH 1. 2 SC into each CH 1 space around. Join to first SC. (66 SC)
Rounds 8-25: Repeat rounds 2-7 Three more times.
Round 26-29: CH 1. SC into each stitch. Join to first SC. (66 SC)
Round 30: CH 1. FPSC around each stitch around. Join to first FPSC.
With your starting end, weave back and forth between each stitch from round 1. Close the hole as much as possible. You will still have an opening about the size of a dime.
Make your Secure Pom Pom. Attach it over the opening. Secure it well with your yarn needle and it will cover the hole.

This Rustic Love Slouch Hat crochet pattern is perfect the cold weather to keep head and ears warm. The popcorn stitches around and in several rows, adds a dimension and interest to an otherwise simple slouchy hat. #crochet #crochetpattern #crochethat #crochetlove #crochetaddict #ilovecrochet

Archways Throw

January 6, 2018 By Corina Leave a Comment

The Archways throw is the ideal project when you want to complete a comfy blanket in no time at all. While the textured open stitch works up quickly and easily, it’s also simply beautiful on the eyes.
Using Red Heart Super Saver yarn, this crocher throw is super affordable! Calling for 2 skeins 360 Café Latte, the color will give a clean warm touch to any home decor- making this a foolproof gifting idea!
Get your copy of this FREE Red Heart crochet pattern HERE!
Free Throw Crochet Pattern