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12 Days of Crochet Gift Giving – Quick & Easy Holiday Gifts

November 24, 2018 By Corina Leave a Comment

During the holidays, everyone gets a special treat. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of gifts ideas for your neighbors and friends. Your children’s teachers. Just a bunch of simple projects that won’t take too long. Gifts for all those people in your day to day life that deserve some appreciation.

XS Dog Sweater

We all know someone whose animal is their baby. They take their dog everywhere they go and treat them just like little humans. Well, this dog sweater is the perfect gift to show you care about them as much as they care about their dog. It will keep their pooch warm this winter and it will look adorable too. You can make this pretty quickly, just in time for that dinner they invited you to!

Adult Duo-Tone Beanie

This is the perfect hat for couples in your life. This hat is unisex and comes in a goldenrod and grey color scheme. It’s a winter basic made out of a woolstok yarn. It’s sure to keep anyone warm, and it’s always fun to match with someone. This hat would make a fun gift set for the loved ones in your life. And it works up quickly. You can have two made in no time. Or make some for your children’s teachers. They’ll love that you thought of them!

Simple & Practical Dishcloth

This is a really straightforward gift. Everyone washes dishes, so these dishcloths are necessary and thoughtful. Just grab some scrap yarn and whip a bunch of these up in no time. Based on your yarn choice, they could even be washcloths. These are really sturdy and tough on scraps. Perfect for cleaning. Add these to a practical gift set for your neighbors. It’s a gift you know they’ll get use out of.

Swiffer Sweeper Cover

Using a swiffer is so much easier than a regular broom or mop. But it’s bad for the environment. All of those swiffer pads that get thrown out after a use or two really add up. If you want to do a favor for yourself and the environment, make a couple of these reusable swiffer covers. You swiffer like normal and then throw them in the wash with your laundry after. It prevents build up in the landfills and it makes a super gift.

Perfect Rainbow Net Hammock

This is the perfect gift to hang in a child’s bedroom. It can be used to store stuffed animals and toys out of the way and is made in fun rainbow colors. It’s a really fast crochet project. You can make a bunch of these for your grandkids or make some for a children’s charity in your area.

Crochet Cross Bookmark

This pattern was inspired by a cross bangle pattern and turned into a beautiful bookmark. These would make a unique and special stocking stuffer for those in your family who read a lot. These are really easy and can be made in multiple colors for multiple people. These are special gifts for special individuals. Pick up your hook and start making some today.

Easy Princess Crown

If you’re looking for a fun project for a children’s charity in your area or for the children in your grandchild’s class, check out this princess crown. This is a really easy, fun pattern. You can make a lot in a short amount of time which makes it a great group gift. This would even make a good party favor for a children’s birthday party. Stitch one up for your imaginative little ones this holiday season.

Botique Bow

This bow is based on Minnie Mouse’s famous bow. It’s an easy pattern, and your little ones will love wearing it around. You can attach it onto headbands and sweaters and hats. It can be a great little accent to anything you make. This project goes by really fast, so go ahead and make a few of them for the ones you love.

Steering Wheel Cover

One of the worst parts about winter is having to drive before your car heats up. Your hands always end up freezing. That’s why this crochet steering wheel cover would make a great present for some of your friends. It adds warmth and coziness to their driving experience and it’s a really fast project. This is thoughtful and easy to make, and a unique present idea.

Crochet Cupcake

This is an adorable little decorative item. You can make a bunch for your niece’s tea party. Or you can make one for a holiday centerpiece. This pattern is so fun and the end result looks sweet enough to eat. Make these in holiday colors or to look like your favorite sweet treat. It takes no time at all.

Simple Square Scrubbie Dishcloth

This is a great and easy way to clean leftovers off pans and dishes. They take virtually no time to make, and everyone could use a set. The textured yarn the pattern calls for, gives this dishcloth the exfoliating texture it needs to clean away grime. You could even make one to clean your shower. This little dishcloth is durable and practical. Something we all need.

Rustic Love Slouchy Hat

If you love texture, this hat is perfect for you. It combines a series of different stitches into a unique and interesting hat. It fits children and small adults and is perfect for warm weather. Go ahead and make one of these beautiful hats for yourself and a couple more for loved ones.

There are so many important people in our lives that we want to show we care. It can be hard to find the time and money to do as much as we want for the ones we love. With these small and easy gifts, you can make a little something for everyone without feeling overwhelmed. Enjoy the holidays the way you want without the stress.

Warm Winter Cowl Crochet Pattern

November 15, 2018 By Corina Leave a Comment

Warm Winter Cowl Crochet Pattern

Winter will be here soon, and I’ve got just the thing.

If you’re looking for something to grab on your way out the door, the Warm Winter Cowl is perfect.

It will keep you warm and cozy outside in the cold. But it’s small enough to throw in your purse once you’re inside. No unnecessary bulk like with some scarves.

The best part about this cowl is the decorative puff stitch. It’s easy to get the hang of and looks beautiful whenever it’s used. It’s made out of plymouth encore yarn that’s an acrylic wool blend. It’s durable and soft making it perfect for this plushy cowl.

You can get access to the digital pdf pattern and 3 skeins of Plymouth Encore worsted yarn in the crochet kits I’ve put together here. The pattern will walk you through how to create this cowl and how to incorporate your decorative stitches. It’s simple and fun, and perfect for cold weather.

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:

Hook(s) size: 5.5mm

Yarn weight: Worsted

Preferred type of yarn: Acrylic/wool blend

Suggested yarn: Plymouth Encore; Color: 6007 Light grey heather

Yarn Yardage: 280 yds (4.9 oz)

Tools – scissors, tapestry needle

Approx. finished dimensions: Width: 14” Height: 11”

Gauge: 4” = 6 bobble sts

Special notes:

Fdsc – Foundation single crochet, ch – chain, sc – single crochet, st(s) – stitches, yoh – yarn over hook
Puff stitch – *Yoh, insert into st, pull up a loop* repeat 3 times. You will now have 9 loops on your hook, yoh and pull through all 9 loops.
Ch 1 does not count as a st

The pattern

Row 1: Fdsc 35, sc into the second ch from the hook and into each ch across

Row 2-4: Ch 1, turn. Sc into each st. – 34 sts

Row 5: Ch 1, turn. Puff st into first st, ch 1, skip 1 st. *Puff st into next st, ch 1, skip 1; repeat from* across. Puff st into the last st. 18 puff sts

Repeat rows 1-5, 18 times.

Cut yarn leaving a long tail. Fold project in half and whip st together.

The Warm Winter Cowl is a fast project that will look great with everything. It’s perfect to take on the go, and the pattern even walks you through a unique decorative stitch. Make one for your loved ones or keep it all for yourself. Whatever you do, it’s sure to become a classic.

Beanie Hat Crochet Pattern

November 13, 2018 By Corina Leave a Comment

Beanie Hat Crochet Pattern

Holiday season is rolling around. You’re probably excited to start working on a bunch of projects for friends and family. Stitch 11 has a million fun gift ideas but I’ve been really excited for the Beanie Hat.

This hat is perfect for so many reasons. It’s made using a beautiful daisy stitch with a pom pom on top. And it has a ribbed trim around the bottom. But the best part is the color!

The beanie is worked in a 100% merino wool yarn in a beautiful silver. This shade is so stunning. It’s subtle and fun.

The yarn is so warm and durable. It’s machine washable so you could wear it on a fall hayride or on the ski slopes this winter. It would make a perfect stocking stuffer or a fun gift from a secret Santa.

Whatever your plans are for this cozy hat, pick up a kit full of this beautiful yarn. Every kit has all the yarn you need, in the gorgeous silver heather hue, to create this project. And it has a detailed digital pattern to walk you through, step by step. Any questions you have will be answered right there in the pattern.

What are you waiting for? Gear up for two holidays at once with this Silver Beanie.

Skill Level: Easy

Materials:

Hook(s) size: H/8 5mm

Yarn weight: Worsted

Suggested yarn: Cascade 220 Superwash Merino 2 skeins in Silver Heather (26)

Yarn Yardage: 280 yds

Tools: tapestry needle, 7” cardboard (pompom)

Approx. finished dimensions: Height: 8” Width (laying flat at widest part) 11”

Gauge: 2” = 4 star stitches

Abbreviations

Ch – chain, sc – single crochet, st(s) – stitch(es), blo – back loops only, hdc – half double crochet, yoh – yarn over hook

The pattern:

Hat Ribbing

Ch 13

Row 1: Sc into the second ch from the hook and into each st across – 12 sts

Rows 2-89: Ch 1, turn. Sc blo into each st across.

Turn the ribbed cuff portion you’ve completed. You’ll now start working across the long side of the ribbing.

Upper Hat

Row 1: Place 1 sc into the end of each row across. – 89 sc

Row 2: Ch 2, turn. Pick up a loop in the front strand of 2nd ch from hook, then pick up a loop in the back strand of the same ch. Pick up a loop in each of next 3 sts (6 loops on hook), yoh, draw through all loops on hook (star stitch made), ch 1 (eye of star). *Pick up a loop in the eye of the last star. Pick up a loop through the last loop of the previous star st. Pick up a loop through the same st as the last loop of the previous star. Pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), yoh, draw through all loops on hook, ch 1. Repeat from * across. 1 hdc in last st (same st as the last loop of the last star). 44 star stitches

Row 3: Ch 1, turn. 1 sc in same st. 1 sc in the eye of the 1st star st. *2 sc in the“ey” of the next star st. Repeat from * across. 1 sc in the last st. – 89 sts

Rows 4-19: Repeat Rows 2 and 3

Fold hat in half, right side facing in and stitch together from ribbing to top of beanie. Turn hat right side out. Cut a 24″ piece of yarn. Using the darning needle with the yarn in it, weave the yarn in and out of the top edge of the hat all the way around (every few stitches) until you’re around the entire top. Cinch the two ends of the yarn together so that the top edge of the hat all comes together. When you’ve got it pulled as tight as you can, knot the yarn together and weave the yarn ends into the hat.

Pom Pom

Wrap yarn around a 7” piece of cardboard, 70 times. Lay the pom pom flat and tie a piece of yarn tightly around the middle. Trim sides of pom pom to liking and attach at the top of the hat. Weave in all ends.

This beanie is a modern and bold Christmas present for someone challenging to shop for. It’s a warm and thoughtful stocking stuffer for a loved one or a fun hat for Autumn festivities.

The Beanie Hat is so versatile and truly special. Get your kit here and start making your beanie today. Whoever you decide to give it to will be so blown away with your originality and impressive stitch work.

Bright Stripe Blanket Crochet Pattern

October 25, 2018 By Corina Leave a Comment

Bright Stripe Blanket Crochet Pattern

If you’re looking for a magic carpet, this afghan is as close as you’re going to get. The Bright Stripe Blanket has a magical color scheme. When you see it, it will transport you to fantasies of far away places and adventures.

It has stylish tassels added to all corners of the blanket, and it alternates between Peanut Butter, Sapphire and Purple Iris in a soft 100% acrylic yarn.

It’s machine washable and dryer safe for easy care, and the fibers make this blanket soft and cozy without sacrificing durability. Not to mention this yarn comes in striking and vibrant colors, adding to the design of this blanket.

Pick up a pattern kit here and gain access to all these beautiful colors and a detailed digital PDF pattern. It’s everything you need to speedily create this blanket!

SKILL LEVEL: Beginner

MATERIALS:

Hook: 5.5mm

Yarn: Universal Uptown worsted weight yarn

Purple Iris- 540 yds

Peanut Butter- 350 yds

Sapphire- 350 yds

Tools: Scissors, tapestry needle, 6” cardboard square

ABBREVIATIONS:

st = stitch

ch = chain

sl= slip stitch to join

hdc=half double crochet

3rd loop hdc= hdc in only the 3rd loop of the st, not the top two loops.

FINISHED SIZE: 34” x 44”

Gauge: 12 hdc x 6 rows = 4”

PATTERN:

Ch 151 (Peanut Butter)

Row 1: Hdc in the 2nd ch from the hook, and each st across (150 hdc)

Rows 2-12: Ch 1, hdc in the 3rd loop of the 1st st. Hdc in the 3rd loop of each st across.

Rows 13-24 (Purple Iris): Repeat row 2

Rows 25-36 (Sapphire): Repeat row 2

Rows 37-48 (Peanut butter): Repeat row 2

Rows 49-60 (Purple Iris): Repeat row 2

Rows 61-72 (Sapphire); Repeat row 2

Rows 73-84 (Purple Iris): Repeat row 2

Row 85: Ch 1, sc into the first hdc of the row, and into each st across. In last st of row, work 3 sc, and mark the center of the 3 st. Working down the side of the blanket, make 2 sc in each row of hdc. In the next corner, work 3 sc, mark center st, and sc into each st across. Make 3 sc in the last st, and mark center st. Make 2 sc in each row of hdc up the other side, and work 3 sc into the last corner, marking the center st. Sl to join.

Row 86: Ch 1, sc into the first st, and into each st around. Make 3 sc in each of the marked st.

Break yarn and weave in all ends. To make tassels using Purple Iris, wrap the yarn around the 6” cardboard square about 75 times. Slide another piece of yarn under one end of the wrapped yarn, and tie tightly, leaving the long tail separate from the rest of the tassel. Pull yarn off of the square, and tie another short length about 1” below the top to create the neck. Trim the ends so they form a tassel. Attach the tassels on each corner and weave ends in securely.

This Afghan is one of a kind. With its vibrant stripes and decorative tassels, you’re sure to have some fun adventures if you take this blanket along.

Pick up a kit today and start making memories! You’re sure to have an exciting time.

Pom Pom Slipper Socks Crochet Pattern

October 22, 2018 By Corina Leave a Comment

Pom Pom Slipper Socks Crochet Pattern

The Pom Pom Slipper Socks make adorable stocking stuffers. Or make them for a spooky night this October. The design is classic with adorable pom pom ties threaded through the top of the sock.

They’re really easy to make too, as the base of the sock is worked using single crochet. And the cuff of the sock is worked using a decorative ribbed stitch.

The pattern calls for 3 skeins of Carlton Country Chunky yarn which is an acrylic/wool blend. It’s machine washable and is super soft.

You can get this squishy soft yarn in Blue 24 and Blue 25 in the new Crochet Kit I put together. The kit also includes the digital PDF pattern walking you through every step to create these little socks.

I want you to feel good about every project you make which is why all of the yarn I use supports small businesses who are passionate about crochet. Just like you. What are you waiting for? Get started on these sweet socks!

Skill Level: Intermediate

The pattern is written for women’s small (shoe size 4-6.5) with changes for medium (shoe size 7-9.5) and large (shoe size 10-12.5) in parentheses.

Finished Measurements:

Circumference: 7 (8, 9)”

Length: 9 (10, 11.25)”

Materials:

Hook(s) size: K/10.5/6.5mm

Yarn weight: Chunky

Preferred type of yarn: Acrylic/wool blend

Suggested yarn: 2 skeins of Carlton Country Chunky in Blue 24 (Color A), 1 skein of Carlton Country Chunky in Blue 25 (Color B). Get this yarn and the digital pattern in the Pom Pom Slipper Socks Crochet Kit we put together here.

Tools – Scissors, tapestry needle

Approx. finished dimensions: Length: (from heel to toe) 9” Height (heel to top); 10.5” Height: (sole to top of foot) 4.5”

Gauge: 1” = 3 sc by 3 sc rounds

Abbreviations:

Ch – chain, sl st – slip stitch, sc – single crochet, st(s) – stitch(es), sc2tog – single crochet 2 together

The pattern

With color A, ch 4, join in beginning ch with sl st to form a ring.

This pattern is worked in the round, use a st marker if needed to keep track of the beginning of round. Ch 1 does not count as a stitch.

Toe

Round 1: Ch 1, sc 8 times into ring – 8 sts

Round 2: 2 sc into each st – 16 sts

Size Small Only

Round 3: *2 sc into next st, 1 sc into each of next 2 sts; repeat from * around, 1 sc into last st – 21 sts

Size Medium Only

Round 3: *2 sc into next st, 1 sc into next st; repeat from * around – (24) sts

Size Large Only

Round 3: *2 sc into next st, 1 sc into next st; repeat from * around – (24) sts

Round 4: *1 sc into each of next 7 sts, 2 sc into next st; rep from * around – (27) sts

Foot

All Sizes

Round 1: Sc into each st around – 21 (24, 27) sts

Repeat Round 1 another 14 (17, 20) more times or until foot is 3 inches less than the desired length. Sl st in first st.

Heel Flap

Row 1: Ch 1, turn. Sc into the next 16 (18, 20) sts. Leave remaining sts unworked – 16 (18, 20) sts

Rows 2-9: Ch 1, turn. Sc across.

Turn inside out and sc back of slipper heel together. Fasten off.

Ankle

Attach color A at back at heel seam. Sc 27 (28, 29) sts evenly around opening.

Size Small Only

Round 1: Sc2tog, sc into next st, *sc2tog, sc into each of the next 2 sts; repeat from * around –21 sts

Round 2: Sc into first st, *sc2tog, sc into each of the next 8 sts; repeat from * around – 19 sts

Size Medium Only

Round 1: *Sc2tog, sc into each of the next 5 sts; repeat from * around – (24) sts

Round 2: *Sc2tog, sc into each of the next 10 sts; repeat from * around – (22) sts

Size Large Only

Round 1: Sc into first st, *Sc2tog, sc into each of the next 12 sts; repeat from * around – (27) sts

Round 2: Sc into first st, *sc2tog, sc into each of the next 11 sts; repeat from * around – (25) sts

All Sizes

Rounds 3-6: Sc into each st around – 19 (22, 25) sts

Round 7: 2 sc into first st, 1 sc into each of the next 8 (10, 11) sts, 2 sc into first st, 1 sc into each of the next 9 (10, 12) sts – 21 (24, 27) sts

Rounds 8-10: Sc into each st around.

Sl st into first st. Fasten off.

Cuff

With Color B, ch 7.

Row 1: Sc into the second ch from the hook and into each st across- 6 sts

Rows 2-21 (2-24, 2-27): Ch 1, turn. Sc in back loops of each st across.

Fold in half and sc together; fasten off leaving a long tail. Turn right side out and pin to the top of the sock. Whip stitch around to attach. Sc evenly around the top of the cuff for a clean finished look.

Pom pom tassels (make 2 per slipper)

Ch 50 and tie off, weave through midsection of cuff. To make pom pom, wrap yarn around 3 fingers several times and cut. Tie a piece of yarn in the center of the pom pom and double knot tightly. Trim pom pom to liking, leaving the tail of yarn tied through the center. Pull 1 strand of yarn through the last ch and tie tightly, Trim ends to blend in.

Sew in all ends with a tapestry needle.

Cold weather is just around the corner, and these socks are perfect for keeping toes warm. With the super soft yarn the pattern calls for, you’ll be prepped for dropping temps in no time.

You can get the yarn and the digital pattern in the special kit I put together here. Picking up a kit is a great way to join a community of supportive, creative individuals like yourself. And it’s easy too.