I've shared two holiday patterns featuring different takes on this fun stitch - and now it's time to ensure those Happy Holidays with a video tutorial!
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Hookin On Hump Day #132: Link Party for the Yarny Arts!
As the year winds down, we come to the second to last Hookin On Hump Day for 2016! It's another amazing collection of projects and patterns, and I'm so happy to share them here! Keep them coming, and keep linking them up - and enjoy!
Lion Brand Yarn Heroes Vanna's Choice Giveaway!
Have you been keeping up with the #YarnHeroes? It's a fantastic initiative put together by Lion Brand Yarn, to encourage crocheting and knitting for the charities that are closest to our hearts. And to help keep the good works rolling, they are giving away 5 balls of Lion Brand Vanna's Choice to 3 winners! Enter below!
Happy Holidays Stocking
After making the Happy Holidays Tree Skirt, I wanted to make a Christmas stocking to match - so here's the Happy Holidays Stocking free crochet pattern!
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Personalize Your Holiday
The Happy Holidays Stocking uses Lion Brand Wool-Ease for a rich, elegant look - though the White Frost colorway is just a little whimsical, and full of sparkle! The pom poms are optional, but very on trend right now - and easy to remove later if you want to do so. Add a letter from the Moogly Crochet Alphabet to personalize a stocking for someone special this year!
Happy Holidays Stocking
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US - G, 4.0mm hook (Furls Fiberarts used)
Lion Brand Wool-Ease Solids and Heathers (Aran/yarn symbol "4"/UK: 10 ply; 197 yds/180 m; 3 oz)
Color A: Cranberry - 1 ball (197 yds)
Color B: Forest Green Heather - 1 ball (180 yds)
Lion Brand Wool-Ease Frosts (Aran/yarn symbol "4"/UK: 10 ply; 162 yds/146 m; 2.5 oz)
Color C: White Frost - 1 ball (85 yds - additional needed for pom poms)
Stitch Markers: Clover Lock Ring Markers used
Optional: Clover Pom Pom Maker
Gauge: 15 sts x 10 rows = 4"/10cm in main st pattern
Finished Size: 22" long x 9" wide laid flat
Helpful Links and Tutorials:
Happy Holidays Stitch Pattern Video Tutorial
Crochet Abbreviations
Switching Colors
BLO (back loop only)
Mattress stitch
Post stitches
Matching Patterns: Happy Holidays Tree Skirt; Snowdrifts Afghan
NOTE: Most of the pattern is worked in rounds, but the heel is made using rows - row/round count is maintained until the top cuff.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS STOCKING INSTRUCTIONS
Starting at the Leg
Round 1: With Color A, ch 69, skip ch closest to hook, sc in each remaining ch; join with sl st to 1st sc to work in the round. (68 sts)
Round 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a st here and throughout), dc in 1st 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in next st, *dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in next st; repeat from * around, join. (68 sts/17 scallops)
Round 3: Ch 2, dc in 1st 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in sl st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st, * dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in sl st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st; repeat from * around, join with Color B. (68 sts/17 scallops)
Round 4: Continuing with Color B, ch 2, working entire round in BLO, dc in 1st 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st, * dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st; repeat from * around, join. (68 sts/17 scallops)
Round 5: Ch 2, dc in 1st 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st, * dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st; repeat from * around, join with Color A. (68 sts/17 scallops)
Rounds 6 and 7: Repeat Rounds 4 and 5 with Color A.
Rounds 8 and 9: Repeat Rounds 4 and 5 with Color B.
Rnds 10 - 25: Repeat Rounds 4 and 5, switching colors every 2 rounds in established pattern.
Round 26: Repeat Round 4 with Color A.
Beginning the Heel
Row 27: Ch 1, sc in 1st 2 sts, [dc in next st, sc in next 3 sts] 4 times, dc in next st, sc in next 2 sts; turn (remaining sts unworked). (21 sts)
Row 28: Ch 1, sc in 1st 14 sts; turn. (14 sts)
Row 29: Ch 1, sc in 1st 7 sts; turn. (7 sts)
Row 30: Ch 1, sc in 1st 7 sts, sc in next st of Row 27; turn. (8 sts)
Row 31: Ch 1, sc in 1st 8 sts, sc in next st of Row 28; turn. (9 sts)
Row 32: Ch 1, sc in 1st 9 sts, sc in next st of Row 27; turn. (10 sts)
Row 33 - 42: Repeat Rows 31 and 32. (20 sts in Row 42)
Round 43: Ch 1, sc in 1st 20 sts, sc2tog in next 2 sts, dc in next st, [sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in next 3 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st] 11 times, sl st in next st; join with Color B. (66 sc and dc sts)
Round 44: Continuing with Color B, working entire round in BLO, ch 2, dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in next st, ch 2, [dc in next 3 sts, ch 2, sl st next st, ch 2] 3 times, dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog, ch 2, skip next st, sl st in next 3 sts, dc in next st, [sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as sl st, dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st] 9 times, sl st in next 3 sts; join to dc2tog. (52 dc)
Round 45: Ch 2, skip 1st st, dc2tog, [ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in slip st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as sl st, dc in next 2 sts] 3 times, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in sl st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc2tog in same st as sl st and next st, dc2tog twice, ch 1, hdc in next st, sl st in next st, [ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st, dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st] 8 times, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st, dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st, hdc in next st, ch 1, dc2tog in next 2 sl sts, dc2tog in last sl st and next st (working over the beginning ch 2); join to 1st dc2tog with Color A. (14 scallops)
Round 46: Continuing with Color A, working entire round in BLO, ch 2, dc in 1st st, [ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st, dc in next 2 sts] 13 times, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st, dc in next st; join. (56 sts/14 scallops)
Round 47: Ch 2, dc in 1st st, [ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st, dc in next 2 sts] 13 times, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, dc in same st as last sl st, dc in next st; join with Color B. (56 sts/14 scallops)
Round 48 - 57: Repeat Rounds 46 and 47, switching colors every 2 rounds in established pattern. After Round 57, break Color B.
Beginning the Toe
Round 58: Continuing with Color A, working entire round in BLO, ch 1, *sc in next st, dc in next st, sc in next 2 sts; repeat from * around, join. (56 sts)
Round 59: Ch 2, dc in each st around; join. (56 sts) Place st markers in sts #9, 10, 37, and 38 - these will mark the decreases on the following rounds. Lay stocking flat and make sure these markers are on the sides or "fold" of the stocking; adjust if needed.
Round 60: Ch 2, *dc in each st to 1 st before next marked st, dc2tog twice (move markers up); repeat from *, then dc in each remaining st; join. (52 sts)
Round 61: Repeat Round 60. (48 sts)
Round 62: Ch 2, *dc in each st to 3 sts before next marked st, dc2tog 4 times (move markers up); repeat from *, then dc in each remaining st; join. (40 sts)
Round 63: Repeat Round 62. (32 sts) Break yarn leaving a long tail, sew toe closed using mattress stitch.
TOP CUFF INSTRUCTIONS:
Round 1: With Color C, join to the top opening of the stocking near the seam, ch 2, dc in each st around; join. (68 sts)
Round 2 - 7: Ch 1, fpdc in each st around; join. (68 sts)
Round 8 - 11: Ch 2, dc in each st around; join. (68 sts)
Round 12: Fold cuff inwards, so that top of Round 11 meets the top of Round 1 on the inside of the stocking, ch 1, sc through each st of Round 11 and corresponding st of Round 1 to seam; join and break yarn.
Optional Additions
HANGING LOOP: With Color C, ch 25 (or to desired length), skip the ch closest to the hook, sl st in each remaining ch to end; sew to inside of top cuff.
POM POMS: Make 2 pom poms of desired size, attach each to an end of a long chain of desired length. Slip one pom pom through hanging loop and tie chain in a bow.
And that's the Happy Holidays Stocking pattern! I hope you enjoy making it, and that it helps your holiday be a little bit brighter!
The Fine Print
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2016, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details. Thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for providing the yarn for this pattern!
Knot Crafts & Rope Mats Review & Giveaway!
Nope, this one isn't crochet. Or knitting. But it's so much fun - and you get to use yarn! I received a copy of Des Pawson's Knot Crafts & Rope Mats to review - and another one to give away! So here's my thoughts, my attempts at a new hobby, my honest opinions... and a chance to win your own copy and give it a try yourself!
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Winged Wrap Tutorial
The Winged Wrap is a lot of fun to make, and mostly pretty easy... but there are a couple of rows that can be just a bit tricky! So here's a video tutorial for the free Winged Wrap crochet pattern!
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Crochet Style by Jennifer Dougherty: Review and Giveaway!
You might know Jennifer Dougherty better by her blog - Crochet by Jennifer. But it's time to get to know her as an author, because she's got a new book out, Crochet Style, and it's fantastic! I was sent a copy to review, and all opinions are my own - and I'll be giving away a copy as well!
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Yarn Lover's Gift List: Cyber Monday 2016!
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It's that time of year again - time to craft and shop and make for others... and to make our own wish lists for family and friends!
Favorite Gift Bag
'Tis the season for gift giving! And all too often, that means waste - paper, gift bags, all the stuff we use to bring color to the festivities! Well, going green doesn't have to mean boring - or not being able to present presents in a beautiful way. Introducing a crochet bag that becomes part of the gift - one that can be used for years and years to come - the free Favorite Gift Bag crochet pattern!
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Customize and Pass It Down
I made the Favorite Gift Bag in just 2 colors, for a classic, unisex look that's ready to give anyone from the office Secret Santa to your new nephew. The one part most likely to wear out - the handles - are just slipped over the buttons, making them easy to replace as needed, so you can keep passing this crochet gift bag around the family for a long long time. It's a great stashbuster too - how colorful will your gift bag be?
Favorite Gift Bag
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US - H, 5.0mm hook - Furls
235 yds Lion Brand Vanna's Choice (Aran/yarn symbol “4”/UK: 10 ply; 145 yds; 3oz)
Color A: Cranberry - 140 yds (1 ball)
Color B: Fisherman - 95 yds (1 ball)
4 Buttons - ¾"/19mm shown (LaMode Style 24534)
Optional: Clover Handy Thread Twister
Optional: Plastic Canvas (cut to 3-¾" x 7-⅞")
Gauge: 16 sts x 12 rows = 4" in hdc
Finished Size: 9" tall (excluding handles), 8.5" wide, 4" deep
Helpful Links and Video Tutorials:
changing colors for striped patterns
SPECIAL STITCH: Shallow bphdc - worked as for a normal back post hdc, but only inserting the hook under the top 2 loops of each st, rather than going around the post of the stitch itself. Please see the helpful video tutorial linked above.
NOTES: This pattern begins with Rows, and switches to Rounds, but Row/Round count is maintained. Unused yarn is carried along the inside of the bag to reduce ends left to weave in, but you can cut after each color change if desired.
FAVORITE GIFT BAG INSTRUCTIONS:
Row 1: With Color A, ch 31, skip the ch closest to the hook, hdc in remaining chs; turn. (30 sts)
Row 2 - 10: Ch 1, hdc across; turn. (30 sts)
Rnd 11: Ch 1, hdc across to last st, 3 hdc in last st, turn work 90 degrees, hdc 10 across side of work, turn work 90 degrees, 3 hdc in 1st st of foundation ch, hdc across to last st of foundation ch, 3 hdc in last st of foundation chain, turn work 90 degrees, hdc 10 across last side of work, 2 hdc in same st as 1st hdc of the round; join. (88 sts)
Rnd 12: Ch 1, shallow bphdc around; join. (88 sts)
Rnds 13 - 15: Ch 1, hdc in each st around; join. (88 sts)
Rnds 16 and 17: Repeat Round 13 with Color B.
Rnd 18: Repeat Round 13 with Color A.
Rnds 19 and 20: Repeat Round 13 with Color B.
Rnds 21 and 22: Repeat Round 13 with Color A.
Rnds 23 - 25: Repeat Round 13 with Color B.
Rnd 26: Repeat Round 13 with Color A.
Rnds 27 - 29: Repeat Round 13 with Color B.
Rnds 30 and 31: Repeat Round 13 with Color A.
Rnds 32 and 33: Repeat Round 13 with Color B.
Rnd 34: Repeat Round 13 with Color A.
Rnds 35 and 36: Repeat Round 13 with Color B, break Color B.
Rnds 37 - 39: Repeat Round 13 with Color A.
Rnd 40: Continuing with Color A, ch 1, sc in each st around; join and break Color A. (88 sts)
Finishing:
- Cut plastic canvas if desired and insert into bottom of bag.
- Sew buttons to bag as shown in photo above, 2 on each side.
- Use Clover Handy Thread Twister and Color B to create handles of desired length (instructions in package). Alternatively, chain handles to desired length with Color B. Knot and cut each end to create tiny tassels.
- Slip ends of handles over buttons.
And that's the Favorite Gift Bag! It's in Christmas colors here, but you can mix it up and make gift bags for birthdays, other holidays - whatever you like! I hope you enjoy this free crochet pattern!
Oh and if you're interested in the fantastic crochet book shown in the bag, click here! 😉
The Fine Print
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2016, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern, or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details. Thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for providing the yarn for this pattern!
#MooglyCAL2016: Afghan Block #24!
It's been another amazing year, and I thank you all so much for joining me for another crochet along! It's been so fun seeing everyone's blocks every 2 weeks, and I can hardly believe we're at the end again. Luckily, I've already got 2017's CAL planned out - there will be more details on that in December! So let's get to that last square!
Happy Holidays Vanna's Choice Yarn Giveaway!
Just last week I shared my newest free crochet pattern, the Happy Holidays Tree Skirt - and now, thanks to Lion Brand Yarn, I get to give away all the yarn needed to make it!
Pia Thadani of StitchesNScraps: Designer Showcase!
It's time for the very last 2016's Designer Showcase! It's been so much fun highlighting my favorite designers the last few years, and now I need to know from you - would you like to see more Designer Showcases in 2017? Be sure to let me know in the comments, but first, let's highlight one of my dear friends, the wondeful Pia Thadani - blogger and designer behind StitchesNScraps!
Happy Holidays Tree Skirt
Introducing the Happy Holidays Tree Skirt!
One project I plan to do each year, is crochet a new tree skirt for our Christmas tree. And until now, I've always failed - too many gifts to make, too much to do to get ready. But THIS year, I finally got it on the to do list and I'm so very happy I did, and I can't wait to share it with all of you!
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Make It A Set
The Happy Holidays Tree Skirt can be made in a weekend if you're in a bit of a rush, but it's a great pattern to relax by the fire with too! The repeat is super easy to memorize, and carrying the yarn along the side means there are just a few ends to weave in when you're done.
And there's now a matching stocking too - the Happy Holidays Stocking!
So be sure to grab that pattern too! But first...
Happy Holidays Tree Skirt
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US - K. 6.5mm hook (Furls Fiberarts used)
1420 yds Lion Brand Vanna's Choice (Aran/yarn symbol “4”/UK: 10 ply; 145 yds; 3oz)
Color A: Cranberry - 560 yds (4 balls)
Color B: White - 450 yds (3 balls)
Color C: Kelly Green - 410 yds (3 balls)
Gauge: 12 sts x 7 rows = 4" in pattern
Finished Size: 50" diameter (customizable)
Helpful Links and Tutorials
Click here for the Happy Holidays stitch pattern tutorial
finishing a st with a new color
NOTES:
- Prefer a different size? Just repeat Rows 5 and 6 until you have the diameter desired!
- Carry the unused colors along the side to minimize ends to weave in, and then cover them with the edging.
- Each row increases by 12 sts.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Row 1: With Color A, ch 49, skip 2 chs closest to the hook, dc in each remaining ch; turn. (47 sts)
Row 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a st), dc in 1st st, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st, ch 2, sl st in next st, ch 2, *dc in next st, 2 dc in next st, dc in next st,** ch 2, sl st in next st, ch 2; repeat from * across, finishing last repeat at ** and last st with Color B, turn. (59 sts)
Row 3: Continuing with Color B, ch 2, working entire row in BLO, dc in 1st st, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in sl st, sl st in next st, ch 2, *dc in same st as last sl st, 2 dc in next st, dc in next 2 sts,** ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in sl st, sl st in next st, ch 2; repeat from * across, finishing last repeat at **, turn. (71 sts)
Row 4: Ch 2, dc in 1st st, 2 dc in next st, dc in each st to next ch-sp, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, *dc in same st as last sl st, 2 dc in next st, dc in each st to next ch-sp,** ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2; repeat from * across, finishing last repeat at ** and last st with Color C, turn. (83 sts)
Begin Repeat
Row 5: Continuing with Color C, ch 2, working entire row in BLO, dc in 1st st, 2 dc in next st, dc in each st to next ch-sp, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, *dc in same st as last sl st, 2 dc in next st, dc in each st to next ch-sp,** ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2; repeat from * across, finishing last repeat at **, turn. (95 sts)
Row 6: Ch 2, dc in 1st st, 2 dc in next st, dc in each st to next ch-sp, ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2, *dc in same st as last sl st, 2 dc in next st, dc in each st to next ch-sp,** ch 2, sl st in same st as last dc, dc in next st, sl st in next st, ch 2; repeat from * across, finishing last repeat at ** and last st with Color A, turn. (107 sts)
End Repeat
Row 7 - 38 (or to desired size): Repeat Rows 5 and 6, cycling through the colors every 2 rows, ending with two rows of Color A; break Color B and C, turn. (491 sts in Row 38)
Edging and Ties: Continuing with Color A, ch 1, *sc in each st to next ch-sp, ch 2, 2 sc in the next st, ch 2; repeat from * to corner, 3 sc in the corner st, sc evenly along side, [sc, ch 31, skip ch closest to hook, sl st in each remaining ch, sc in same st as previous sc] in corner, sc in each st of the foundation chain, repeat from [ to ] at next corner, sc evenly along last side, 2 sc in the same st as the 1st st of the edging; join and break. Use the ties make at the top corners to secure the skirt around the tree trunk.
I hope you enjoy making and using the free Happy Holidays Tree Skirt crochet pattern for years to come! It's one of my holiday gifts to all of you - and I hope you all have a Happy Holiday season!
The Fine Print
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2016, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern, or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details. Thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for providing the yarn for this pattern!
Oh My Stitch Pattern in the Round
I love exploring a new stitch pattern, and one of my current favorites is the "Oh My" Stitch Pattern - the one used in the Oh My Hat and Oh My Cowl! The stitches themselves are pretty easy - double crochet and single crochet, with lots of chaining - but there are a few special moves that make this stitch pattern work particularly well. So here's how to crochet the Oh My Stitch Pattern in the Round!
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Stripey Baby Beanie
I do love making baby hats, and it feels so good to give them away to those who need them! This little Stripey Baby Beanie was made for the Yarn Heroes 2016, and it makes a fantastic topper for any newbie! Now is the perfect time to get the good feelings from crafting for charity - and this is an inexpensive and quick way to help!
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Double Trouble Baby Beanie
Crocheting baby hats is so much fun! And they make the perfect donation item too! I'm proud to be a Yarn Hero, and I'm sharing the Double Trouble Baby Beanie today so you can make it for a baby you love - or to donate!
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Hookin On Hump Day #131: Link Party for the Yarny Arts!
Time for another fantastic round of Hookin On Hump Day! We've put together yet another amazing collection of projects and patterns, and I'm so happy to share them here! Keep them coming, and keep linking them up - and enjoy!
Join Me! Be a Yarn Hero and Craft for Charity with Lion Brand Yarn!
I am absolutely thrilled to finally be able to tell you about something I (and many others) have been working on for the last few months: Lion Brand Yarn Heroes! And YOU can be a part of it!
Winged Wrap
I had so much fun making this wrap this weekend! It's just right for in-between weather. The yarn is warm, but the mesh is cool, and the "wings" in the stitches remind me of birds migrating for the seasons. Here's the free crochet pattern for the Winged Wrap!
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A Comfortable Comfort Shawl
Remember when you were a kid, and you drew birds flying like very tired Vs? I know I wasn't the only one! The subtle rows of wings in the Winged Wrap are like a flock of these birds hugging your shoulders, wrapping around your neck, or adding a splash of color to your next outfit! The Winged Wrap makes a wonderful layer, a fantastic gift, and a perfect comfort shawl.
Winged Wrap
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US - J, 6.0mm hook - Furls Crochet
600 yds Lion Brand Shawl in a Ball (Worsted/”4″/UK: 10 ply; 518 yds/473 m; 5.3 oz)
Colorway used: Calming Desert (2 balls)
Gauge: 11 sts x 7 rows = 4" in dc (unblocked)
Finished size: 60" long x 20" wide (after blocking)
To change the length, chain a mult of 10 +4. To change the width, repeat rows 3-8 as desired.
Helpful Links and Tutorials:
NOTES:
- Skip all ch-1 sps unless otherwise indicated (the ch sp is only worked into on repeats of Row 4 and 6).
- If you prefer to make this as a one skein pattern, skip Rows 51 - 56.
- Even rows are on the Right Side, odd rows are on the Wrong Side.
Winged Wrap INSTRUCTIONS:
Row 1: Ch 184, skip the 5 chs closest to the hook (count as dc, ch 1, sk 1), dc in next ch, *ch 1, skip 1, dc in next ch; repeat from * to end, turn. (91 dc)
Rows 2 and 3: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), dc in next dc st, *ch 1, dc in next dc st; repeat from * to end, turn. (91 dc)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, *ch 5, skip 2 dc sts, sl st in next ch-1 sp of row below previous row, ch 5, skip 2 dc sts, sc in next dc st; repeat from * to end, turn. (36 ch-5 loops)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, *[ch 1, then working in front of ch-5 loops, dc in next dc of row below previous row] 4 times, ch 1, sc in next sc st; repeat from * to end, turn. (91 total dc and sc sts)
Row 6: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, *ch 5, skip 2 dc sts, sl st in next ch-1 sp of row below previous row, ch 5, skip 2 dc sts, sc in next sc st; repeat from * to end, turn. (36 ch-5 loops)
Row 7: Repeat Row 5.
Row 8: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), dc in next st, *ch 1, dc in next st; repeat from * to end, turn. (91 dc)
Row 9 - 56: Repeat Rows 3 - 8.
Row 57: Repeat Row 3.
Edging: Sc evenly around, working 3 sc in each corner. Wet block.
And that's the Winged Wrap! I hope you enjoy making it - I can't wait to see your versions! After I started designing this, Lion Brand also came out with Shawl in a Ball that **sparkles**! Oh my gosh! I can't wait to make a Winged Wrap with built in bling!
The Fine Print
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2016, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern, or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details. Thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for providing the yarn for this pattern!
Your Favorite Lion Brand Yarns on Sale thru Saturday, November 19th!
Crochet Ballet Slippers
A couple years ago, I had the opportunity to design a pattern for Crochet Ballet Slippers for Country Woman Magazine. And now I get to share it here on Moogly!
One of My First Published Patterns
This pattern debuted in the December/January 2015 issue of Country Woman, and it was such a thrill to see my first "published" pattern! It was also shared free on their website, which was just extra fantastic. Alas, since then, they have remodeled the site and the pattern can no longer be found.
Which led to lots of emails! Turns out, it was quite the go-to pattern for some crocheters, especially for the holidays. So I wrote to Country Woman and got their permission to share it with you all here! Thank you Country Woman!
This pattern is available in a ready to print PDF: just CLICK HERE for the Crochet Ballet Slippers Pattern! This will open it up in your computer's PDF reader, and you can make it right from the screen, or print it for personal use. I am so glad this pattern gets a second life. Enjoy! And don't forget to add it to your Ravelry Queue and Favorites!
And a couple of tips! I like the bow tied on the ankles - try it both ways and see which one you like best! Additionally, the original yarn is lovely, but a bit high maintenance. Try Lion Brand's Pound of Love, or 24/7 Cotton for an easy care alternative for gifts!
The Fine Print
Written pattern and photo under copyright, all rights reserved, shared here with permission from Country Woman Magazine. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern, or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details.
#MooglyCAL2016: Afghan Block #23!
What what what? It's the penultimate block for 2016! Where DID the year go?? I'm so glad and grateful to all of you who crochet along with me this year - and 2017 is already in the works! I've got a great mix of old and new designers lined up, and it's going to be so much fun! But in the meantime, it's still 2016, so without further ado... here's block #23 in the 2016 Moogly Afghan Crochet Along!
Chameleon Crafters Crochet Kits: Review & Coupon Code!
Chameleon Crafters is a UK based duo who make super cute stitch markers, and have put together some fantastic crochet kits! And I got to review one here on Moogly!
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Wraps for All Seasons by Andee Graves: Review & Giveaway!
Wraps for All Seasons is a brand new book by Andee Graves, published by Annie's. And it's fantastic! Read on to get a peak inside - and enter to win your own copy!
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OttLite Wake Up Your Way Light & Alarm Clock Giveaway!
As an OttLite Ambassador, I got to try out the OttLite Wake Up Your Way Light & Alarm Clock - and I love it! Check out all the great details and features - and enter to win one below!
Moroccan Handbag
Every once in awhile I get the itch to do something new with the Moroccan Tile stitch... and it's an itch I love to scratch! With the holidays coming up, it's the perfect time to add the latest addition to the series: the Moroccan Handbag free crochet pattern!
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EZPacking for Yarnies: Review, Coupon Code, and Free Printable!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and is sponsored by EzPacking, but all opinions are my own.
I love organizational supplies - a lot. Maybe an unhealthy amount. But can you ever be too organized? I don't think so! And I have a LOT of yarn and crochet projects that I need to keep organized. And my favorite new organizational tool are these EzPacking cubes! I love them so much, I decided to review them on Moogly - and share a discount code for you to order your own! And I've put together a handy printable to use with them too!
The Perfect Gift for Crafters: Cricut Explore Air 2 Review!
Disclamer: This post is sponsored by Cricut, and I received a Cricut Explore Air 2 for review, but all opinions are my own. This post includes affiliate links.
I got to try out the new Cricut Explore Air 2 - and I'm obsessed! It's one of my new favorite things - and I think it makes a perfect gift... even if you're gifting it to yourself!
Hookin On Hump Day #130: Link Party for the Yarny Arts!
Hookin On Hump Day is back again, and I can tell you're all feeling the yarny fumes - such amazing projects and patterns coming out these days! And I'm so happy to share them here!
Yarn Weights and Symbols: A Chart!
I've get questions about yarn weights and thicknesses all the time - and with readers from around the world, I know not every yarn label follows the same system! So I put together a handy printable and Pinterest ready chart for your reference!
Oh My Hat
The Oh My Cowl was too lovely to stay single for long - now there's the Oh My Hat to match!
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Pick Your Style
The Oh My Hat can be made beanie style or slouch style - the slouch style is shown here. It fits most teens/adults and is topped off with an (optional) pom pom. You can make your own, or use a purchased one like the fun Lion Brand fur one shown here!
Oh My Hat
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US - J, 6.0mm hook; US - I, 5.5mm hook; US - H, 5.0mm hook; US - G, 4.0mm hook (Furls Fiberarts hooks used)
190 yds LB Collection Baby Alpaca (DK/“3” light/UK: 8 ply; 100% baby alpaca; 146 yds/133 m; 1.75 oz/50 g)
Color A: Tan (1 ball - 90 yds)
Color B: Natural (1 ball - 100 yds)
Pom Pom (optional)
Gauge: 2 pattern repeats x 10 rows = 4"/10 cm in pattern with largest hook
Finished Size: Fits most teens/adults (head circumference 21" - 24")
Stitch Multiple: mult of 8, +1
Helpful Links and Tutorials
Matching Cowl: Oh My Cowl
Special Stitches
Big Shell: (4 dc, ch 1, 4 dc) in indicated stitch
Medium Shell: (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in indicated stitch
Small Shell: (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) in indicated stitch
V st: (dc, ch 1, dc) in indicated stitch
Note: This hat is worked from the bottom up, then the brim is added afterwards.
Instructions
Round 1: With Color A and largest hook, ch 81, skip the ch closest to the hook, sc in each remaining ch, sl st in first sc made (without twisting) to work in the round. (80 sts)
Round 2: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, skip 3 sts, *big shell in next st, skip 3 sts,** sc in next st, skip 3 sts; repeat from * around, finishing last repeat at **; join to 1st sc of round with sl st using Color B. (10 big shells)
Round 3: Continuing with Color B, ch 8, *skip next big shell, V st in next sc, ch 5; repeat from * around, dc in same st as join, ch 1, sl st in 3rd ch of ch-8 (counts as V st). (10 V sts)
Round 4: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), 4 dc in ch-1 sp before the join, *sc in ch-1 sp of next big shell (enclosing previous round ch-5 in the st),** big shell in ch-1 sp of next V st; repeat from * around, ending last repeat at **, then 3 dc in same ch-1 sp as 1st 4 dc of round (work over the unused Color A, to bring it up to the next round), join to 3rd ch of ch-4 with sl st using Color A (finishes a big shell). (10 big shells)
Round 5: Continuing with Color A, ch 1, sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 2, *V st in next sc st,** ch 5, skip big shell; repeat from * around, ending last repeat at **, ch 2, join to 1st sc with sl st.
Round 6: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, big shell in ch-1 sp of next V st, *sc in ch-1 sp of next big shell (enclosing previous round ch-5 in the st), big shell in ch-1 sp of next V st; repeat from * around, join to 1st sc with sl st using Color B. (10 big shells)
FOR THE SLOUCH STYLE: Round 7 - 18: Repeat Rounds 3 - 6 three times. Go to Round 19 below.
FOR THE BEANIE STYLE: Round 7 - 10: Repeat Rounds 3 - 6 once. Go to Round 19 below.
Round 19: Continuing with Color B, ch 7, *skip next big shell, V st in next sc, ch 4; repeat from * around, dc in same st as join, ch 1, sl st in 3rd ch of ch-7 (counts as V st). (10 V sts)
Round 20: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), 3 dc in ch-1 sp before the join, *sc in ch-1 sp of next big shell (enclosing previous round ch-4 in the st),** medium shell in ch-1 sp of next V st; repeat from * around, ending last repeat at **, then 2 dc in same ch-1 sp as 1st 3 dc of round, join to 3rd ch of ch-4 with sl st using Color A (finishes a medium shell). (10 medium shells)
Round 21: Continuing with Color A, ch 1, sc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, *V st in next sc st,** ch 3, skip medium shell; repeat from * around, ending last repeat at **, ch 1, join to 1st sc with sl st. (10 V sts)
Round 22: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, small shell in ch-1 sp of next V st, *sc in ch-1 sp of next medium shell (enclosing previous round ch-3 in the st), small shell in ch-1 sp of next V st; repeat from * around, join to 1st sc with sl st using Color B. (10 small shells)
Round 23: Continuing with Color B, ch 5, *skip next small shell, V st in next sc, ch 2; repeat from * around, dc in same st as join, ch 1, sl st in 3rd ch of ch-5 (counts as V st). (10 V sts)
Round 24: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), dc in ch-1 sp before the join, *sc in ch-1 sp of next small shell (enclosing previous round ch-2 in the st), V st in ch-1 sp of next V st; repeat from * around, join to 3rd ch of ch-4 using Color A. (10 V sts)
Round 25: Continuing with Color A, ch 1, sc in next ch-1 sp,*V st in next sc**, ch 1, skip next V st; repeat from * around finishing last repeat at **, join to 1st sc. (10 V sts)
Round 26: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, 2 dc in ch-1 sp of next V st, *sc in ch-1 sp of next Row 24 V st (enclosing previous round ch-1 in the st), 2 dc in ch-1 sp of next Row 24 V st; repeat from * around, join to 1st sc with sl st using Color B. (30 sts)
Round 27: Continuing with Color B, ch 2, dc2tog around; join. (15 sts)
Round 28: Ch 2, dc in 1st st, dc2tog around; join and break yarn leaving a long tail to gather the crown. (8 sts)
Brim Instructions:
Round 1: With Color B and largest hook, join to bottom of first foundation ch (or nearby), ch 1, hdc in each st around; join. (80 sts)
Round 2: Switch to next largest hook (US-I, 5.5mm), ch 1, hdc in 3rd loop of each st around; join. (80 sts)
Round 3: With next largest hook (US-H, 5.0mm), repeat Round 2.
Round 4: With smallest hook (US-G, 4.0mm), sc in 3rd loop of each st around; join. (80 sts)
Round 5: Continuing with smallest hook, ch 1, *(sc, dc) in next st, skip next st; repeat from * around, join and break yarn. Gather the crown using long tail and weave in ends. Add PomPom (optional).
And that's the Oh My Hat! I hope you enjoy this free crochet hat pattern - and the matching Oh My Cowl! What other pieces do you think should be added to the Oh My Collection? Let me know in the comments!
The Fine Print
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2016, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern, but please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. If you wish to make items for sale from this pattern, or translate it to another language, please visit the About page for details. Thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for providing the yarn for this pattern!
#MooglyCAL2016: Afghan Block #22!
It's the final countdown... ♪ ♫ This CAL is almost done for the year, just these last 3 blocks and then the joining! So let's get to it - here's block #22 in the Moogly Afghan Crochet Along!
Happiest Blanket Ever Tutorial
The Happiest Blanket Ever is just that - cheerful, fun, relaxing, bright, and bold! And it's really just a simple 2 row repeat - here's how to crochet the Happiest Blanket Ever!
CrafterJewelry Crochet in a Bottle Necklace Giveaway!
Are you living a crochet lifestyle? Okay, I'm not sure what that is... but I'd like to think I am! And if you are too, then you're going to love this giveaway from CrafterJewelry - a Crochet in a Bottle Necklace!
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Jennifer Pionk of A Crocheted Simplicity: Designer Showcase!
Something spooky this way comes... spooky good crochet that is: it's time for October 2016's Designer Showcase! I like to wrap up most months by having one of my fellow designers share a bit about themselves, and then I follow it up by sharing my 5 favorite free patterns that they've designed! This month I get to share just a few of the gorgeous designs from the delightful Jennifer Pionk - blogger and designer behind A Crocheted Simplicity!
Clover Tassel Makers and Thread Twister Giveaway!
Just a bit ago I shared the Snow Drops Hat pattern - featuring super fun tassels! How did I make them? The Clover Tassel Maker! And I get to share more about the tassel makers (in two sizes!) as well as their Handy Thread Twister - and give the whole set away to one lucky winner here on Moogly!
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Snow Drops Hat
The Snow Drops Reversible Cowl... inspired a hat! And while it isn't reversible, the Snow Drops Hat is fun, fresh, and ready for any autumn or winter adventures on your horizon!
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Crochet Bonnet or Beanie with a Brim?
The Snow Drops Hat is a slouchy beanie with an open brim - so popular right now, and it means the hat fits just about everyone! The lace portion is pretty and feminine, and the pom pom and tassels make it youthful and fun. Overall, it's the perfect hat to pair with the cowl - or wear on it's own!
Snow Drops Hat
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US-I, 5.5 mm hook - Furls
310 yds LB Collection Superwash Merino (DK/yarn symbol "3"/UK: 8ply; 306 yds/280 m; 100 g/3.53 oz)
Color A – Eggplant: 1 ball (155 yds)
Color B – Ivory: 1 ball (155 yds - includes 2.5" pompom and tassels)
Clover Large Pom Pom Maker (optional - used smaller/2.5" maker)
Clover Small Tassel Maker (optional - used medium setting)
Gauge: 16 sts x 12 rows = 4″ in main Color A st pattern (dc in 3rd loop row and hdc row alternating)
Finished Size: Fits most Teens/Adults
Helpful Links and Tutorials
BLO/FLO (back loop only/front loop only)
bpdc/fpdc (back post double crochet/front post double crochet)
Coordinating Pattern: Snow Drops Reversible Cowl
NOTES:
- This pattern is worked in rounds through Round 19, and then it switches to Rows.
- The pom pom and tassels are optional - but fun!
- See chart below for the Color B stitch pattern.
Snow Drops Hat INSTRUCTIONS:
Round 1: With Color A, ch2 (does not count as a st, here and throughout), work 12 dc into the ring; join to 1st dc with a sl st and tighten ring. (12 sts)
Round 2: Ch 2, 2 dc in each st around; join. (24 sts)
Round 3: Ch 1, *hdc in next st, 2 hdc in next st; repeat from * around, join. (36 sts)
Round 4: Ch 2, *working into the 3rd loop for each st of this round, dc in the next 2 sts, 2 dc in the next st; repeat from * around, join. (48 sts)
Round 5: Ch 1, *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 3 sts; repeat from * around, join. (60 sts)
Round 6: Ch 2, *working into the 3rd loop for each st of this round, dc in the next 4 sts, 2 dc in the next st; repeat from * around, join. (72 sts)
Round 7: Ch 1, *2 hdc in the next st, hdc in the next 5 sts; repeat from * around, join. (84 sts)
Round 8: Ch 2, *working into the 3rd loop for each st of this round, dc in each st around; join. (84 sts)
Round 9: Ch 1, hdc in each st around; join. (84 sts)
Round 10 - 17: Repeat Rounds 8 and 9.
Round 18: Ch 1, *sc in the next 4 sts, sc2tog; repeat from * around, join. (70 sts)
Round 19: Ch 1, sc in each st around; join. (70 sts)
Row 20: Sl st in 1st 4 sts, ch 2, dc in BLO of next 61 sts (remaining sts unworked); turn. (61 dc)
Row 21 - 27: Ch 2, dc in each st across; turn. (61 sts) After Row 27, remove hook from active loop and place st marker in loop to secure.
ADDING THE LACE INSTRUCTIONS:
Row 1: With Color B, join to 1st unworked FLO of Round 19, ch 1, sc in each of the 61 front loops; turn. (61 sc)
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in 1st st, *ch 5, skip 4 sts, sc in next st, ch 5, skip 4 sts,** 5 dc in next st; repeat from * around, finishing last repeat at **, then 3 dc in last st, turn. (5 5-dc shells, 2 3-dc half shells)
Row 3: Ch 2, skip 1st st, dc in next st (counts as dc2tog), *ch 3, skip next st, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 5, skip next st, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 3, skip next st, ** dc3tog over next 3 sts; repeat from * around, finishing last repeat at **, dc2tog in last 2 sts, turn. (5 dc3tog sts, 2 dc2tog sts)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, *ch 5, skip ch-3 sp, skip next st, 5 dc in next ch-5 sp, ch 5,** skip next st, skip ch-3 sp, sc in next st; repeat from * around, finishing last repeat at **, sc in last st, turn. (6 5-dc shells)
Row 5: Ch 6 (counts as 1st dc and ch 3), *sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 3, skip next st, dc3tog over next 3 sts, ch 3, skip next st, sc in next ch-5 sp,** ch 5, skip next st; repeat from * finishing last repeat at **, ch 3, dc in last st. (6 dc3tog sts)
Row 6: Ch 3 (counts as 1st dc), 2 dc in 1st st, *ch 5, skip next st, skip ch-3 sp, sc in next st, ch 5, skip ch-3 sp, skip next st, ** 5 dc in ch-5 sp; repeat from * finishing last repeat at **, then 3 dc in last st, turn. (5 5-dc shells, 2 3-dc half shells)
Row 7: Repeat Row 3, break Color B.
ASSEMBLY AND FINISHING INSTRUCTIONS:
Row 28: (see asterisks in chart above) Reinsert hook in active loop of Color A (remove stitch marker), ch 2, dc through 1st st of both layers (Color B Row 7 and Color A Row 27), *dc in next 4 Color A sts, dc through Color B ch-5 loop and next Color A st, dc in next 4 Color A sts, dc through Color B dc3tog st and next Color A st; repeat from * to end, turn. (61 sts)
Row 29: Ch 1, hdc in 1st st, *bpdc in next st, hdc in next st; repeat from * to end, turn. (61 sts)
Row 30: Ch 1, hdc in 1st st, *fpdc in next st, hdc in next st; repeat from * to end, do NOT turn. (61 sts)
Edging and Strings: *Ch to desired string length (shown: ch 41), skip 1st ch, sl st in each ch to end,** then sc along side of Rows, going through both Color A and Color B layers, sc across back of hat, sc along next side going through both layers again, then at corner repeat from * to **, then sc in each st of Row 30; join to 1st ch and break Color A.
OPTIONAL: Add pom pom (Color B) and tassels (Color B with Color A accents) if desired. Follow package directions, then sew to hat as shown.
And that's a hat! A Snow Drops Hat, to be precise, the perfect accompaniment to the Snow Drops Reversible Cowl. The hat isn't reversible, but it showcases both patterns to great advantage. And it makes a wonderful gift set! I hope you enjoy both of these free crochet patterns!
The Fine Print
Written pattern copyright Tamara Kelly 2016, all rights reserved. Please do not reprint or repost this pattern. Please do link to this page to share this pattern with others. For more information, please visit the About page. Thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for providing the yarn for this pattern!
Furls Odyssey Crochet Set Giveaway on Moogly!
Did you catch that in the title? Furls Odyssey Crochet SET Giveaway... that's right, the entire set! What what? That's 10 hooks, the holder, *and* the yarn bowl! All being given away to one super lucky winner here on Moogly!
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The Knitter's Journal: From Swatch to Stash: Review & Giveaway!
The Knitter's Journal isn't your standard knitting book! It's not full of patterns - until you add them yourself. But if you're a knitter, you'll love what you do find inside! And if you enter the giveaway below, you just might win one!
Hookin On Hump Day #129: Link Party for the Yarny Arts!
Autumn is here and the crochet and knitting season is off to a tremendous start! I love seeing what you've all been making, and looking through all the fantastic entries every 2 weeks here on Hookin On Hump Day! And I know that those of you who don't design or blog love browsing through all the amazing projects and patterns on offer too - thank you ALL so much for being here! If it's your first visit to HOHD, you should know that it's hosted here on Moogly and I have a fantastic co-host - Kara from Petals to Picots ! HOHD is a link party where you can submit your blog posts to be featured - and/or see the best new projects available on blogs across the web! We share your most clicked projects twice a month, from the posts you submit. It's a great way to check out projects from all over the web, and to promote your own! Here are the projects that your clicks and I put together this round!
