tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74438063944767908862024-02-21T01:44:25.601-06:00StormFly CraftsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-89708319217363906322019-04-16T10:54:00.000-05:002019-04-16T10:54:35.253-05:00Crochet Game of Thrones Dragon Egg Inspired Dice Bag<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Hey guys! I know it's been quite a
while since my last post and I hope a few of you are still around.
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Over the past few weeks, I have been
obsessing over two things: Dungeons and Dragons and Game of Thrones.
(SEASON 8 IS FINALLY HERE!)</div>
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So, there came a point when I found
myself waiting. Waiting for GoT to start. Waiting for a few of us to
be able to get together for D&D. Waiting for some kind of
inspiration to be dropped on me by the Crochet Gods and end this
burnt out feeling I've been trying to deal with.
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Finally, it came to me: DICE BAGS! I
rolled (pun SOOO intended) all my current obsessions into one quick
and fun crochet project. I actually made the first bag while watching
the first episode of season 8 this past Sunday.
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This pattern uses a special stitch
called Crocodile Stitch that can be a bit frustrating to beginners.
Take your time and stick with it. Once you figure out the best way to
hold the project while you work, it comes a lot easier.
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Tamara Kelly from <a href="https://www.mooglyblog.com/" target="_blank">mooglyblog.com</a> has a wonderful video tutorial for this technique that you can find <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4in7seykYc" target="_blank">here.</a> Note: In this video, she only chains 1 between her sets of double crochets. For this pattern you will need to chain 2 as stated below or you bag will be too small.</div>
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This pattern works up quickly as it's
not very large.
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As always, this pattern is free but I have no problem with
finished items being sold at craft fairs or your Etsy shop. If you
post about this project, please link back this page so others can find
the pattern as well.
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Thank you and have fun with this one!</div>
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<b>Game of Thrones Dragon Egg Inspired
Dice Bag:</b></div>
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Size 7/1.65MM Crochet Hook</div>
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Size 10 Crochet Thread (Pictured colors
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This pattern is written using American
English crochet terms.
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<b>Terms Used:
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Ch = Chain</div>
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Sc = Single Crochet</div>
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Dc = Double Crochet</div>
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Slst = Slip Stitch</div>
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St = Stitch</div>
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Sk = Skip</div>
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Rep = Repeat</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b></div>
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<b>Bottom of bag:</b> Make sure you are
working the first stitch of each row in the same stitch as the one
you joined to in the previous row.</div>
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Ch 4 and join with a sl/st to form
a circle (or use a magic circle) and sc 10 times into the circle.
Join with a slst to the 1<sup>st</sup> st of the row. (10)</div>
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Ch 1, 2sc in each st around. Join
with a slst. (20)</div>
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Ch 1, sc, 2sc in next st around.
Join with a slst. (30)</div>
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Ch 1, sc in next 9 sts, 2 sc in
next st. Join with a slst. (33)</div>
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Ch 1, sc in BLO (back loop only)
around. Join with a slst (33)</div>
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<b>Body of bag:
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Work both rows 6 times. This will give
you a total of 12 rows. Row 1 will end up being slightly hidden while
row 2 will build the scales. When you are finished, you should have 6
visible rows of scales.</div>
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ch 3, dc in same st as join, ch 2,
sk 2. * 2dc in next st, ch 2, sk 2 * rep from * to * around to the
last 5 sts. Sk 1 instead of 2, 2dc in next st, ch2 sk 1, 2dc in
next st, ch 2 and join with a slst to the top of beginning ch 3.
(this should give you 12 spaces and 12 sets of 2 Dc)</div>
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ch 3, turn work sideways and work
4 dc around the beginning ch 3 sp from the previous row, ch 1, turn
and work 5 dc back up the post of the dc in the same st. sk 2 dc,
*turn project sideways and work 5 dc down the post of next dc, ch 1,
turn and work 5 dc up the post of next dc, sk next 2dc * rep from *
to * around and join with a slst to the top of beginning ch 3. (This
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<b>Note:</b> When working the repeats for this
section you want to slst to the first set of Dc BETWEEN the scales of
the previous row in order to created an offset pattern. You will find
these hidden BEHIND the area where 2 scales meet. Skipping every
other set of DC in row 3 creates a kind of doubled layered row. If
you choose to make your bag striped, simply fasten off after row 2
and join with a slst between any 2 dc in the same st.
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<b>Top of bag:</b> (first st of row should be
worked in same st as join.)</div>
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Ch 1 and work 48 sts around the
top of the bag working through both “layers” at the same time.</div>
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Ch 1, sc in each st around and
join.</div>
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Ch 1, * sc in next 2, ch 2, sk 2 *
rep from * to * around and join</div>
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Ch 1, sc in each st around w/2 sc
in each ch 2 sp and join</div>
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Ch 1, sc in each st around, join,
and fasten off and weave in ends</div>
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<b>Drawstrings: </b>Make 2</div>
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Ch 60 and fasten off leaving a
tail at both ends of the chain long enough to tie them together
later.</div>
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Weave 1 chain through holes
created by ch 2 sps at the top of the bag so that both ends come out
the same side of the bag. Tie the ends together and cut off any
extra length from the tails.
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Repeat step 2 with the other chain
making sure to have both ends come out at the same spot on the
OPPOSITE side of the bag from the one you already wove through. Tie
the ends together and cut off any extra length from the tails.
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Please feel free to comment with any
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I hope you enjoyed this one.
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As always, blessed be and happy
hooking.</div>
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Stormi</div>
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Hey guys! I apologize for how long it's been since my last post. Life's been busy, busy, busy!<br />
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While we all enjoy crochet and the lovely results of our time and work, there is a not-so-fun side that many people don't talk about. I've been crocheting for over twenty years now and its only been within the last five that hand and arm pain has really become an issue. At first, I thought this was simply because of the massive amount of projects I tend start in mid November and push myself to finish by Christmas. However, I also have a few friends who deal with this problem quite regularly and one suggested this topic for a post (Sorry it took so long to actually get it posted.)<br />
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There are a few different causes of pain while crocheting. We will go over them as well as ways to prevent pain and deal with it when it does happen.<br />
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<b>As with any pain, if you are having continued and/or intense pain, you should discuss it with a licensed medical professional. I am not a Doctor or other medical professional. Please be safe and take you health seriously. </b><br />
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Now, lets talk about types of pain while crocheting, the most common causes, and ways to prevent or help relieve it:<br />
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<li>Sitting for long periods of time is not healthy normally and can cause all different kinds of back/leg/hip/shoulder/neck pain. This is especially true when you spend the entire time looking down at a crochet project. </li>
<li>Preventing this type of pain is simple; Take breaks. For every thirty minutes to an hour you sit crocheting, take ten to fifteen minutes to get up and move around. Go for a walk, step outside for a few minutes. Just get up and stretch out your muscles.</li>
<li>If you do start having this type of pain, Take a longer break from crocheting and try to relax those muscles. Heating pads or a hot shower can go a long way toward making you feel better.</li>
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<li>Eye pain/Blur</li>
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<li>I find this is an issue not many people consider when crocheting. </li>
<li>Depending on how small and intricate your project is, this can be a more important issue. </li>
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<li>Across the room, out the window, etc.</li>
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<li>Hand/Wrist/Arm</li>
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<li>These are the most common types of pain I hear about from other crocheters. </li>
<li>If you have had previous issues with Carpal Tunnel, Arthritis, or other hand/wrist/arm injuries, it can make this type of pain a bigger and more serious issue.</li>
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<li>If your hands/wrists/arms are otherwise healthy, use common sense when dealing with fatigue or muscle strain. </li>
<li>Take breaks!</li>
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<li>I cannot stress this enough! Breaks are important. Let your hands/wrists/arms rest every once in a while. </li>
<li>I understand being excited to finish a project or wanting to get it done on time. There are times when I have pushed through the pain to finish a project by a deadline I had set. Doing this can cause the pain to worsen, last longer than it normally would, decrease your ability to use the hand/wrist/arm for an extended amount of time, and has the potential cause more damaging and serious injury.</li>
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<li>If you are having forearm pain, simple Carpal Tunnel stretches or exercises can help loosen up forearm muscles and lessen pain. </li>
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<li>Please check out this post by WebMD for some fantastic examples of <a href="http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/carpal-tunnel/stretching-exercises-for-preventing-carpal-tunnel-syndrome" target="_blank">Stretching Exercises to Help Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome</a> I use most of them daily.</li>
<li>Even if Carpal Tunnel is not something you are worried about or currently dealing with, these stretching exercises are a good idea both before an after crocheting.</li>
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Standard crochet hooks are pretty thin (even when using larger sizes.) This can add additional strain on your hands and the muscles in your forearm simply because you have to use a tighter grip when using them. </div>
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<b>Boye Brand Ergonomic Handle:</b></div>
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This is a good option if you don't want to by new hooks for every size. However, I did not find this handle very comfortable to use and it took quite a while to adjust and be able to crochet easily with it. Unless you are overly restrained by budget, this is not one I would recommend. </div>
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<b>Boye Brand Hooks:</b></div>
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Boye (as well as most other brands) also makes individual, ergonomic crochet hooks. I find these tend to be easier to use and adjust to. They are going to cost a bit more than the standard aluminum hooks, but the benefits are worth it. Honestly, looking at these for the first time, I couldn't imagine they would make the amount of difference they did. </div>
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<b>Susan Bates:</b></div>
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I own a few Susan Bates bamboo handled aluminum hooks. They are beautiful! However, as the handle does not extend over the grip, they do not add a whole lot in terms of pain prevention. They do give most of your hand a wider area to grip but depending on how you hold your hook (overhand or underhand) this style might not help you at all. This hook took almost no adjustment time to crochet normally with. </div>
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<b>Yarnology:</b></div>
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Most recently, I have been using Yarnology brand acrylic crochet hooks and I LOVE them. At first, I thought the design of the handle would be a bit awkward to hold, but its not. It actually gives you several different options on how to hold the hook so you can adjust and hold it in a way that is comfortable to you. They are light weight and smooth. They have the hook size printed on the lower part of the handle. The handle is wide enough to adjust your hand to a more healthy grip size without being uncomfortable. It didn't take long at all to adjust to using it. </div>
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If you are looking for a more personal touch, enjoy handmade tools, and have a little extra money to spend on new hooks, I encourage you to check out Etsy for some really amazing hooks. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/search?ref=auto1&as_prefix=ergonomi&q=ergonomic+crochet+hook&order=most_relevant&view_type=gallery&ship_to=US" target="_blank">Click here for a direct link to an Etsy search for ergonomic crochet hooks.</a> You will find handmade as well as manufactured ones here.</div>
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If you are like me and love any simple DIY, there are tons of tutorials online for how to modify your current steel/aluminum hooks to be more ergonomic. Please check out this simple tutorial from Dabbles & Babbles for a how-to <a href="http://dabblesandbabbles.com/diy-polymer-clay-crochet-hook-handles/" target="_blank">DIY Polymer Clay Crochet Hook Handle</a>. Polymer Clay is simple to use, it cures in your oven, is relatively cheap, and easy to find in amounts small enough for one or two hooks at a time. Most importantly, you can customize your hooks to fit your needs and style. <b>Tip: consider using rubber letter/number stamps to press the hook size into the end of your handle for easy identification later.</b></div>
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They can be found in almost any price range and in most stores. These are fantastic to use while crocheting. The only issue is finding an appropriate size. They should fit snugly without cutting off circulation. I would suggest reading customer reviews as different brands tend to stretch and sag with extended use.<br />
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This type of brace is especially helpful with more intense pain (like you might have if you have pushed through the pain to finish a project.) I have personally used one to help with upper forearm pain. Stabilizing/reducing thumb movement can give strained muscles time to heal and help ease pain. The drawback to this type is comfort and you obviously cannot crochet very well while wearing it. However, you should probably be taking an extended break from crochet if you are having the type of pain you would need this one for. </div>
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This type of wrap is soft. It doesn't have any hard bars or plates like the brace does. It is comfortable to wear and allows you to crochet while wearing it as long as you do not have any intense pain. It also helps stabilize/support your thumb and has some of the same benefits of the compression glove. The biggest advantage of this type of support is it is adjustable. The Velcro end can attach to any part of the wrap meaning it can fit all hand sizes with almost no effort. </div>
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If you raise chickens, keep an eye out for a pattern I'm currently working on for a fun and handy egg gathering apron in both adult and child sizes. </div>
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Tunisian Crochet can be a fun change from normal versions of crochet. It can also help you achieve new textures. </div>
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There are different versions of hooks used for Tunisian crochet. Some look like crochet hoods with a cord attached to the end. The ones I usually use are more like a crochet hook/knitting needle hybrid. They have a hook at one end and a metal/rubber/plastic stopper at the other end. You can find them in different lengths and will want to use longer sizes for larger projects such as large blankets. A standard crochet hook can be used for smaller projects or for the purpose of learning. The hook I use in this post is a size 10 of the Susan Bates brand. This is equal to a regular J size crochet hook.</div>
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<b>Basic/Simple Tunisian Stitch</b><br />
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Start with a basic slip knot on your hook.</div>
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Your foundation chain needs to be equal to the number stitches across you need for your project (unless working working the double crochet style). For this post, I started with a foundation chain of 10.</div>
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Starting in the second chain from the hook and working in each chain across, insert the hook into the chain, yarn over, and pull through the chain. When you have pulled a loop through each of the chains, you will have 10 (equal to your foundation ch) loops on your hook.</div>
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When doing Tunisian crochet, you do not turn your work. Instead, you simply work back and forth. Once you have all your loops on the hook, you chain 1 (yarn over and pull through the first loop on the hook.)</div>
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Now you will work the loops off just like you are working single crochets. *Yarn over, pull through 2 loops* Repeat from *to* back across your project until you only have 1 loop remaining on your hook.</div>
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This is what it will look like when you have worked all but 1 loop off of your hook.</div>
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Notice the vertical posts across the front of the first row. This is what you will insert your hook behind the vertical loop and back out the front of the project to pull up the loops for your next row. </div>
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Treat the loop that is already on your hook as the first loop for the second row. Insert the hook behind the posts from right to left, yarn over, pull the loop back behind the post from left to right. In the picture above, I have pulled up one loop and now have two on the hook.</div>
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This is what the front side of the Basic/Simple stitch looks like. This is generally the most common type of Tunisian style crochet stitch I come across. </div>
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This is what the back side looks like. </div>
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To finish off when a nice neat end, you will insert the hook behind the posts in the same way you did when you were pulling up loops before, yarn over, pull the loop behind the post AND through the loop already on your hook so you still only have one loop. You are basically working slip stitches across the top of the project in the same style you were crocheting. You can also use this end to finish the next two types of stitches as well, you just have to make sure you go all the way through the back of the project to maintain the stitch style when working in the knit stitch. </div>
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To work the Tunisian Knit stitch, you start the same way you would for the basic stitch. After the first row, instead of inserting the hook behind the vertical post and back out the front of the project like you do for the basic stitch, you insert it behind the post and then straight through the back of the project. </div>
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Insert the hook behind the vertical post and through the back of the project, yarn over, pull back through the project to add a loop to your hook. Repeat across until you have 10 loops on your hook.</div>
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This is what the front side of the Knit Stitch looks like. You will notice the chain like V's down the front that mimic the pattern knit stitches in knitting make. </div>
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This is what the back of the knit stitch looks like. </div>
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From what I have noticed, knit stitch is usually slightly thicker feeling that the basic stitch and tends to work up slightly tighter for me. </div>
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<b>Double Crochet Tunisian Stitch</b></div>
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When working the double crochet style Tunisian crochet, you need to add a stitch to your foundation chain. Since I was working with 10 stitches in this post, I needed to start with a foundation chain of 11. You start by yarning over and inserting the hook into the 3rd chain from the hook to pull up a loop just like you would when working a double crochet in standard crochet.</div>
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Yarn over and pull a loop through the first two loops on the hook. You have now worked 1/2 of a double crochet and should have two loops on your hook just like in the picture above. </div>
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Repeat this across until you have 1/2 of a double crochet in each chain across and 10 loops on your hook. </div>
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Work the loops off the hook in the same way you would for the basic stitch. Chain 1, *yarn over, pull through 2 loops* repeat across until you only have 1 loop left on your hook.</div>
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When working the double crochet Tunisian stitch, you have to chain 1 between rows to bring you up to the proper height for the row. If you do not do this, your project will be shorter on one end. </div>
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For this post, I am working behind the vertical posts and out the front of the project just like you do for the basic stitch.</div>
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Either way you choose to work through the posts, work the 1/2 double crochet stitches across and then take the loops off in the same manner as before. Repeat until you have reached the desired length for your project. </div>
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This is what the front side of the double crochet Tunisian stitch looks like. </div>
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This is the double crochet Tunisian style stitch from the back.</div>
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Over the next month or so, I hope to have several more patterns posted. As of right now, I am looking at finishing and posting patterns for a "Giant" double sided checker board with checkers and a carrying bag, an adjustable version of my <a href="http://stormflycrafts.blogspot.com/2013/05/crochet-bow-tie-bow-ties-are-cool.html" target="_blank">crochet bow-tie pattern</a>, and a "Niffler" inspired by Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.<div>
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While I've been thinking about what new patterns I want to develop and post, I've come to the realization that I have been neglecting the "How To" side of this blog. So I have a few questions for all of you. </div>
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One of the things I have always loved about crochet is the ability to constantly learn new things and share the knowledge with others. However, I've been doing this for so long it is difficult to gauge what others (especially beginners) might be having difficulty with. </div>
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If you have any questions or suggestions for future "Help" or "How To" posts, please comment below or join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/354221231393426/?ref=bookmarks" target="_blank">Facebook Group</a> and post there to let me know. </div>
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<o:p>This pattern is worked in rounds. This means you use a stitch marker to mark the last stitch in each row and instead of joining with a slip stitch at the end of each row, you simply continue in one continuous spiral. </o:p></div>
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Fasten off leaving end open and
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A while back, my sister came to me with a blanket project that she wanted me to make for her. Well, one thing happened and then another and the blanket just never got made. Fast forward about a year and she comes to me with it again as a Christmas project.<br />
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If you've come across any of my previous posts, you will know I NEVER purchase patterns when I can make one of my own or find a free one that is similar enough to what I need. So, when my sister brought up the mermaid tails for a second time, I began by searching the internet. </div>
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There are TONS of patterns with TONS of different styles out there for free. There were things I liked about each and every pattern, however, none of them 100% fit what I was looking for. Instead, I printed off one that had a good general pattern and went from there. </div>
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The pattern I started with was <a href="https://www.madhooker.com/mermaid-lapghan/" target="_blank">Adult Sized Mermaid Lapghan</a> by Mad Hooker Crochet.</div>
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Over all, this is a great pattern and seasoned crocheters will have no problem following it. As for beginners, I think it may be a little difficult to follow. This is mainly due to the style in which the pattern is written out and edits were made to the post. I strongly urge you to check out their blog as there are several other patterns and fantastic project ideas.<br />
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This project is one that can be customized in an infinite number of ways. I have made three so far One was solid pink with solid green fins, one was solid pink with dark and light striped fins, and the other alternated colors with every row and has dinosaur spikes down the front of it. Change it up, experiment with color combos and different types of tails. The only thing I would discourage is attempting to make three in the two week span before Christmas. Speaking from experience, this can have some unfortunate consequences for your hooking arm.<br />
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The original pattern called for an H hook and I decided to use a K instead. When using the larger hook, the pattern works up much faster and the "scale" shapes become more prominent when only using one color instead of doing stripes. The larger hook size also meant that I had to adjust the numbers of stitches and rows for the pattern. This was something I was going to have to do from the start to make this pattern fit a child, but the numbers for the adult size would have changed as well.</div>
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What follows is the pattern/sizing instructions and pictures of my alterations to their original pattern.<br />
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Just as a fun bit of info and a glimpse into how I work, this is what often happens when I create or modify patterns. Unless I am planning on making a blog post about it, this is also what I usually have to work with if I ever decide to make more from the same pattern.<br />
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Most of this pattern is worked in a repeating pattern of shell clusters. This gives a nice "scale" look to the entire tail.<br />
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<b>K/6.50MM Crochet hook</b> (Keep in mind, the way this pattern is written, you can change the size of the hook without any issue. Larger hook sizes will mean less stitches and a more prominate "scale" pattern when working with only one color)<br />
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<b>Worsted Weight Yarn </b>(This is also not set in stone with this pattern. You could easily use a different weight pattern and add/subtract stitches as you need.)<br />
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<b>*Note on the amount of yarn: </b>Because this pattern is written to fit your needs, I cannot really give an accurate estimate of how much you will need as this will depend on the size of tail you are making. I will say the three I have made so far have been child-sized and fit the average size 4-8 year old. With these three, I think I used about 1 1/2 skeins EACH total.<br />
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<b>Yarn Needle </b>For hiding ends and attaching the fins/scales/etc.<br />
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<b>Abbreviations:</b><br />
Ch: Chain<br />
St: Stitch<br />
Sl: Slip<br />
Sk: Skip<br />
Dc: Double Crochet<br />
Sc: Single Crochet<br />
sc2tog: Single Crochet 2 Together<br />
Hdc: Half Double Crochet<br />
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<b>Pattern: </b>What follows will be the pattern for the child size tails I have made so far with suggestions for alterations in size and notes in <b>Bold.</b><br />
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Start with a foundation chain of 92.<br />
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<b>*IMPORTANT* When deciding how long your foundation chain needs to be, it should be at least long enough to easily tuck under both thighs when draped across the top of the legs. The only requirement is the number of chains MUST be a multiple of 6 (with 2 added to work as your first Dc) to accommodate the pattern in the following rows. </b><br />
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Dc in the third ch from hook and in each ch across.<br />
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1: Ch 1 and turn. Sc in last st of previous row, [Sk 2, dc 5 in next st, Sk 2 Sc in next st] repeat from [ to ] across ending with a Sc in the first st of the previous row.<br />
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2: Ch 2 and turn. 2 Dc in last st of previous row<b> (this counts as 3 Dc or 1/2 a shell st)</b>, [Sc in the center (3rd) dc of next shell, 5 Dc in next Sc.] repeat from [ to ] across ending with 3 Dc in the first Sc from the previous row. <br />
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Repeat rows 1 and 2 for 30 rows (This number could be off by one. You want to make sure the last row you do is pattern row 2)<br />
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<b>*For larger sizes or taller kids (or smaller if that is what you need) you will need to add (or remove) repeated rows here. You want to reach a length that fits from the hips to just below the knees when seated.</b><br />
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Join both ends (into a circle) with a Sl St into the first Dc of the row.<br />
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3: Ch 1, Sc into the St you joined into, 5 Dc into next Sc, [Sc in the center (3rd) dc of next shell, 5 Dc in next Sc.] repeat from [ to ] around and join with a Sl St into the first Sc of the round.<br />
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4: Ch 3, 4 Dc into the St you joined into, Sc in the center (3rd) Dc of next shell, [5 Dc in next Sc, Sc in the center (3rd) Dc of next shell] repeat from [ to ] around and join with a Sl St to the fist DC of the round.<br />
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Repeat rows 3 and 4 for 15 rows.<br />
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<b>*For larger sizes or taller kids (or smaller) you will need to add (or remove) repeated rows here. You want to reach total length that fits from the hips to mid calf (or just below) when seated.</b><br />
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Now you will start to decrease and bring the tail to a point. To do this, you will work a series of different decrease rows. <b>These decrease rows should work the same for any size of tail you are making. Simply follow the pattern as it is written from here on out.</b><br />
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Repeat rows 3 - 4 twice and <b>SUBSTITUTE every other shell in the row with a 1/2 shell </b>(3 Dc instead of 5)<b>. (i.e. full shell, Sc, half shell, Sc Full shell...)</b><br />
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Repeat row 3 once and <b>SUBSTITUTE every shell for a half shell.</b><br />
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<b>The next rows, you will repeat until the tail is closed on the end.</b><br />
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5: Ch 3, 2 Dc in the same st as join, Sk 1, sc2tog, Sk 1, [ 3 Dc in next St, Sk 1, sc2tog] repeat around and join with a Sl St into the first Dc of the round.<br />
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6: Ch 1, sc2tog, Sk 1, 3 Dc in next St, Sk 1, [ sc2tog, Sk 1, 3 Dc in next st] repeat around and join with a Sl St into the first sc2tog of the round.<br />
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When your tail is mostly closed at the end, fasten off, turn inside out, weave through the stitches of your last row, pull tight to close, tie off and weave in the end.<br />
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<b>Fins: Make 2</b><br />
1: Ch 25, Sc in the 2nd Ch from the hook and next 4 (for a total of 5 Sc) Hdc in next 4, Dc in the next 6, Hdc in the next 4, Sc in the next 5, Ch 2 and turn to work down the opposite side of the chain. Sc in next 5, Hdc in next 4, Dc in next 6, Hdc in next 4, Sc in next 5.<br />
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2: Ch 1 and turn. [Sc in next 3, Hdc in next 4, Dc in next <b>10*</b>, Hdc in next 4, Sc in next 3] (2 Sc, Ch 2, 2 Sc) in Ch 2 Sp. Repeat from [ to ] on the opposite side.<br />
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These were simple 1/2 granny squares that I made using 2 strands of yarn instead of 1 so that they stand up better.<br />
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<a href="https://rensfibreart.wordpress.com/2patterns-2/the-humble-granny-square/the-half-granny-square/" target="_blank">Click here for a pattern on how to crochet 1/2 granny squares.</a> This link includes both a written pattern and charts.<br />
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As always have fun with this pattern and feel free to comment with any questions/sugestions/etc.<br />
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It's been a while since I've made a new post. Between family and school, I just haven't had the time over the past year. Well, school's out for the summer and I've been looking for ideas. Last night, I sat down to try a pattern I came across on Pinterest and, during a particular frustrating tear out, inspiration struck. </div>
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One of the best things about Crochet is the ability to customize everything you make. It is VERY rare to come across a pattern that cannot be modified in one way or another. </div>
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If you know me, you know that most of the time, I write my own patterns for a lot of the projects I work on. Whether the project is 100% my own, or I've come across something in a store or online and thought to myself "I can totally make that." the process is the same and pattern writing takes time and patience. </div>
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If I come across a pattern I like and the pattern happens to be free, I usually always give it a try. After all, why would I put in all the time and work to make one of my own when someone else is offering up their time and work for free? </div>
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That being said, it is rare that I get all the way through a free pattern without changing something. Not all patterns you come across online (especially ones that you find for free) are free of errors. In fact, a large percentage of the patterns I come across on line have errors, are written in a way that is difficult for most beginner/intermediate crocheters to understand, or executed in a way that could have been done in a FAR more simple manner. </div>
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The other issue you come across with patterns (whether free or not) is a difficulty in finding a pattern that is exactly what you need/want and that also fits into your personal style. </div>
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Too many beginners are afraid to change up a pattern on their own and they really shouldn't be. As long as you have the basics down and a little bit of imagination, you can modify any pattern to result in something customized exactly the way you want it. </div>
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<b>On to my example:</b></div>
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The pattern I came across on Pinterest was for a zippered pouch.</div>
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<a href="http://www.mooglyblog.com/rainbow-happy-fun-pouch/#0B2IGigfdcUVRSHq.32" target="_blank">This is her original picture and it can be found along with the original pattern here.</a> </div>
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I highly suggest you give it a try! Aside from one issue I had at the beginning, I think it is a very well written pattern.</div>
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The only technical issue I had with the pattern was really about the execution of round 2 and this was 100% because I felt it could be done in a far simpler way so that's what I did. If you want to do this pattern and use the more simple way that I did, simply ch 40 like the pattern calls for, work a hdc in the 2nd ch from hook and in each ch to the end. Instead of following the rest of her round 2, simply turn the project and work 1 hdc in the other side of each ch to the other end and join with a slst to the 1st hdc in the round. Then continue with her pattern the way it is written. </div>
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<b>There were a few things I wanted to change about this pattern:</b></div>
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<li>I only had worsted weight cotton (not the DK the pattern calls for) This means that the pattern left the way it is written would have made this pouch HUGE.</li>
<li>I wanted the finished product to be a bit smaller than the one in the original pattern. </li>
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While the original pattern is FANTASTIC, I still wanted to make these changes so that when I was finished, I had something that fit my needs/style. </div>
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As with any pattern I find online, I gave it a go 100% following the pattern and then decided how to go about customizing it. </div>
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<b>The pictures that follow were that first attempt along with my thoughts on each part:</b></div>
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I think the main thing that really made me fall in love with this pattern was the texture. As you can see, I changed the color scheme right from the start. Color is one of the simplest and most effective way you can customize a pattern. I chose to stick with her original color change intervals (at first) but you could easily do this project in all one color if you want to. </div>
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This is as far as I went with the first attempt. I could feel that something wasn't quite right and did not see the point of finishing something that was going to be too large for me to use in a practical way. </div>
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The original pattern has this pouch measuring in at about 9.5 inches wide and as you can see, mine was closer to 11. This was the point I realized that I had made a mistake in regards to the yarn I was using. I read cotton and grabbed the cotton I had. The pattern calls for DK weight yarn which is slightly smaller than the worsted weight I had. <b>Read the materials list on you patterns CLOSELY!</b></div>
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And again, the pattern has the height on this measuring about 6.5 inches and you can see that I'm almost there and I still have a few more sections to go.</div>
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So, needless to say, I ripped all of that out and started over. </div>
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Since I wanted the finished project to be smaller than the one in the pattern, instead of chaining 40 like the original pattern calls for, I chained 26. If you are working in DK, you might not want to decrease quite this much as DK is a smaller weight yarn. </div>
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<b>Important: </b>It is really simple to change up the size of a pattern but there are a few things to keep in mind when doing this. </div>
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<b>The following pictures are of my finished pouch using the modified pattern:</b></div>
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This pouch ended up about 7 inches wide and 5 inches tall. As you can see, Instead of changing colors every 4 rows like the original pattern calls for, I changed colors every 2 rows. I liked the smaller bands of color and it really helped to keep the striped look of this pouch since I was using larger yarn but making a smaller pouch.</div>
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<b>This is a great example of how color changes can change the whole look of a project.</b> If I had changed color every row, the white would have faded into the background more and this pouch would have taken on more of a "basket weave" type of pattern.</div>
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This is the opening. Because this was smaller than I had originally planned based on the pattern, I had to cut the zipper shorter to get it to fit.</div>
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I am glad that I made it smaller than the pattern called for because it is the perfect size to hold the small amount of make-up that generally rolls around loose in my purse. </div>
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This pattern was simple to modify, but you can modify patterns for everything from blankets to toys, and purses to clothes. It can be as simple as changing the colors given in the original pattern, the size of the finished product, or adding or removing stripes,</div>
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You can also take a pattern of stitches from an existing pattern and use it to make one of your own. I think this stitch pattern would be just as amazing for a blanket as it is for this pouch. </div>
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Don't shy away from thinking outside the pattern. Customizing you patterns is super fun and exciting. I always love the finished product 100 times more when I have changed a little here and a little there to make it 100% my own style. </div>
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Go out and look around for a pattern you can tweak to fit your own needs/style and have loads of fun doing it.</div>
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Stay tuned for more blog posts in the near future and as always... </div>
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This is the original purse I made this pattern for. It worked up pretty fast after I figured out how the stitch was done. I took it slow and worked on it over two nights, but it could have easily been done in one night.</div>
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I tried to write this pattern so that it is easy to customize and make the way you really want it. Have fun making this pattern in different sizes and color combinations!</div>
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This was a pattern I made up as I went so please let me know if you have any trouble with it.</div>
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This pattern is mostly “crocodile stitch.” Once you figure it out, it is really easy. However, beginners to crochet may have difficulty figuring out the stitch from only a written pattern. If you find that you are having trouble, check out this blog ( http://yarn-muse.blogspot.com/2011/01/crocodile-stitch.html ) for a few fantastic videos on exactly how this “stitch” is done. The only difference between what you see in the videos and what you will do in this pattern is that the videos show you how to work the stitch in flat rows while in this pattern you will be working in a circle.</div>
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<b>As you progress through each row of this pattern, the “scales” should be off-set from each other. The point of the “scale” in one row should rest between two “scales” of the previous row. If this is not the case, make sure when you start row 4 (and every repeat of row 4) that your first 2 DC (it will read “ch 3, dc in same sp) is worked into the space BETWEEN two “scales” and NOT in the center of a “scale”</b></div>
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1.) Ch 34, <b>(If you
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sc in 2<sup>nd</sup> ch from hook and in each remaining ch. Turn and sc in each
ch sp down the other side of the ch, join with a sl st. (66 sc around <b>[If you changed the number of base chains,
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4.) Working through both layers,(If joining a new color:
join with a sl st to the space between “scales” and through the 2 skipped dc
from previous row.) <b>From this point on, when
making the pairs of dc, make sure you are working through both layers of the
previous row. Both the space between the scales and the space between the 2
skipped DC from the previous row. </b>Ch 3, dc in same sp, *ch 2, 2 dc in space
at center of “scale”, ch 2, 2 dc in space between “scales”* around. Join with a
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<b>The rest of the purse will be worked with two strands of yarn at the
same time. If you have been working the pattern in stripes, I would suggest
using one strand of both colors. If you used more than two colors, either pick
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5.) Using two strands of yarn,
and making sure you are going through both layers of the previous row, join to
any stitch with a sl st. Ch 1 and SC around putting 2 SC around each DC, 1 SC
between each “scale”, and 1 SC in the center of each “scale.” Join with a sl st
to the first sc in the row.<o:p></o:p></div>
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your purse. I highly recommend doing this. Due to the way this pattern is
worked, it is easy for small things (pens, chapstick, change, lipstick, etc.)
to slip through the sides. <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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two pieces of fabric roughly the same size of your purse. With right sides
together, sew around three edges, leaving one side open. LEAVE RIGHT SIDES
TOGHETER! Fold the open edge down to create a “hem.” Slip lining into purse and
line up the edge of the “hem” with the edge of the purse. Using a sewing
machine or by hand, sew the lining to the purse. MAKE SURE YOU DO NOT SEW OVER
THE TOPS OF THE STITCHES. You will need to be able to crochet through them to
finish the purse. <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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7.) (If you added a lining, join to any st close to one end
with a sl st) Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to first sc or row.
<b>If you are adding a button closure this
is the row to make the button hole. To do this, in the center of one side,
chain 1-3 and skip 1-3 sts depending on the size of your button. (If you use a
small button, you may only need to ch 1, sk 1. However, if you use a large
button, you may have to ch 3, sk 3.)<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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8.) Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to first
sc of row. <b>If you added a button hole,
make sure you sc in the sk st space. (If you chained 1 you will have 1 sc in
the space, if you chained two, you will have 2 sc in the space, and so on.)<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Now you are going to
make the straps. There are a few things you need to decide at this point. 1.)
How long do you want the straps? 2.) How close to the center of the bag do you
want them to attach? Once you decide where you want the straps attached, place
stitch markers at and even distance on both sides of the bag. (You should have
4 stitch markers. Two on each side of the bag.)<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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9.) Ch 1, sc to the first stitch marker. Ch 20 + (depending
on how long you want your straps to be), sc at next stitch marker and in each
st to next marker, ch the same amount you chained for the last strap, sc at
marker and in each remaining st. Join with a sl st to first sc of row.<o:p></o:p></div>
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10.) Ch1, sc in each st and ch around, join with a sl st.
Fasten off and weave in ends.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>For Button: </b>Using the button hole you made as a guide, attach
button to the <b>INSIDE</b> of the opposite
side of bag.<o:p></o:p></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-72295034671502015872013-08-29T23:12:00.001-05:002013-08-29T23:13:06.235-05:00Crochet Washable Swiffer Sweeper PadI love how simple it is to use my Swiffer Sweeper. What I don't love is constantly having to buy new boxes of wet or dry cloths for the thing. I get the appeal of the whole "throw the dirt out with the cloth" thing, but after a while all those cloths add up in cost. When I think about it, I also feel a bit guilty about all the extra waste disposable cloths add to our trash can. So I decided to make my own that are easy on your pocket and better for the planet!<br />
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These pads are awesome for other uses as well. They make great washcloths for dishes or other household cleaning and they are AMAZING to use when washing the car. <b>Washable and multipurpose! </b><br />
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This crochet pad fits the standard Swiffer Sweeper and can be used either dry or wet.<br />
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Just press edges into the cloth holders on your Swiffer Sweeper and sweep away. If you want to use it as a wet mop, simply soak in your favored floor cleaner, wring out, and attach to your Swiffer Sweeper. (I also like to use a spray bottle and spray my cleaner on the floor and start with a dry pad. It works just as good as soaking it!)<br />
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(Not sure how noticeable it is, but I made a mistake on this one. You can see it in the lower right corner. I missed a puff stitch. Annoying for me, but not the end of the world with something like this. Everyone makes mistakes.)<br />
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<b><u>Materials:</u></b><br />
Size H/8-5.00MM Crochet hook<br />
Yarn Needle<br />
Cotton Yarn. (I used 1 ball of Peaches and Cream brand in Bright Pink for the one pictured.)<br />
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<b>Puff Stitch: </b>This stitch is also often also called a popcorn stitch. To work this stitch, *YO, ( yarn over) insert hook into st, YO, pull through st* 5 times (Other patterns might use less than 5 for the puff st but this pattern needs the added bulk) YO, pull through all but the last loop on hook, YO pull through both loops on hook.<br />
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<b>As you work this pattern you may feel like the pad is going to be slightly too small. As long as you are using cotton yarn and size H hook, I wouldn't worry too much about it. After adding the edge and after the stitches relax a bit it will fit just fine. If you crochet a bit tight or are using a smaller hook, you may have to either use a larger hook or adjust the chain count in Rnd: 1.</b><br />
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<b><u>Pattern:</u></b><br />
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Rnd 1: Ch 31, sc in 2<sup>nd</sup> ch from hook and in each
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Rnd 6: Ch 1, turn, sc in next 2 sts, *puff st in next st, sc
in next st* across ending with 1 sc in each of the last 3 sts.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rnd 7: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rnd 8: Ch 1, turn sc in next 3 sts, *puff st in next st, sc
in next st* across ending with 1 sc in each of the last 2 sts.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rnd 9: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rnd 10-12: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across. DO NOT FASTEN
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Edge: Ch 1, turn sc in each st and row around working 3 sc
in each corner. Join with a sl st to first sc of edge, fasten off and weave in
ends.<o:p></o:p></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-8030130959970753792013-08-12T22:39:00.001-05:002013-08-12T22:39:53.914-05:00Puff Stitch Slouchy Beanie (Child size pictured. Pattern includes adult size as well.)<div class="MsoNormal">
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Recently I've been looking at hat patterns online. I was looking for inspiration and trying to decide what type of hat I wanted to make. I wanted something fun that would work up fairly quickly. While looking, it didn't take me long to stumble across the blog <a href="http://allaboutami.tumblr.com/post/12884250592/urbanjunglebeanie" target="_blank">All About Ami</a> and the <a href="http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/urban-jungle-crocheted-slouchy-beanie" target="_blank">Urban Jungle Crochet Slouchy Beanie</a> by: Vickie Howell. </div>
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There were several things I loved about this pattern including the texture of the puff stitch, the wide, flat band, and the loose slouchy style. </div>
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There were, however, a few things I did not like about the pattern.The first thing I didn't like was that the band was worked separately from the main body of the hat. I like the added strength of having them worked together. My main issue with the Urban Jungle pattern is that it is worked in a tube and then you have to "close" the end of the hat. I didn't like the added bulk and generally messy look "closing" the hat creates.</div>
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Because of the things I didn't like about this pattern, I decided to write my own with the Urban Jungle Beanie as inspiration. This pattern is worked in rounds starting with the back of the hat instead of the band and using increases to build the "slouch" so that you don't have to "close" the hat at the end. This also takes away some of the added bulk and results in less yarn being used over all. I also worked the band into the pattern instead of having it worked separate from the main body of the hat.<br />
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Pictures included are of the child size. Adult size is included in the pattern.</div>
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This pattern works up fairly quickly and is easy enough for a beginner to follow. The pattern is worked in such a way that makes it easy to use multiple colors and even work the whole thing in stripes. Have fun experimenting with this one!</div>
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This was a quick write up so if you come across any problems or have questions about any part of this pattern, please leave a comment and I will answer as soon as I can.</div>
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Enjoy,</div>
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My daughter sporting the Slouchy Beanie I just finished.<br />
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I love the texture of the puff stitches in this hat!<br />
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Because of the way I wrote up this pattern, the back looks super neat and has no added bulk.<br />
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Cute flower I decided to add to the band of my daughter's hat. It was not originally a part of this pattern, but it looked so cute I decided to include it at the end of this pattern. (Flower looks a little weird in this pic.)<br />
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<b>Materials:<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Size J-10/6.00MM Crochet Hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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1 1/2 - 2 balls of Peaches & Cream (or similar) 100% cotton, worsted weight
yarn. (Color pictured is Black Currant) <b>You
can use yarn of a different material (such as Acrylic) however, depending on
the material you use and the weight of the yarn, it might change the look and
feel of the finished hat. Also, when using other types of yarn keep in mind
that changing weights will affect the size of the hat.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Sl St: Slip Stitch<o:p></o:p></div>
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Puff: Puff Stitch<o:p></o:p></div>
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Work (Yo, (yarn over) insert
hook into st or space, yo and pull through) 3 times (you should have 7 loops on
your hook.) Yo and pull through all but the last loop on the hook. Yo and pull
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Rnd 1: Ch 5, join with a slst to the first ch to form a
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Rnd 2: Work (puff st, ch 1, puff st, ch 1) into each ch 1
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Rnd 3: *puff st, ch 1 in next st, (puff st, ch 1, puff st,
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Rnd 4: *puff st, ch 1 in next 2 sts, (puff st, ch 1, puff
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Rnd 5: *puff st, ch 1 in next 3 sts, (puff st, ch 1, puff
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Rnd 6: *puff st, ch 1 into next 4 sts, (puff st, ch 1, puff
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<b>If you would like
your hat to be wider/puffier add another row or two of increases here. ( “into
next 6 sts… into next 7 sts…” ect) Keep in mind that adding increase rows will
also add to the size of the finished opening of the hat. You may have to add
decrease rows to make the hat fit your head. (I will get into that later when
you will need to know how to do them.)<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Rnds 8-14 : *puff st, ch 1 into next st* repeat from *to*
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your hat to be longer add another few rows here before you move onto the band
of single crochets.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Rnd 15: Ch 1, sc in each ch 1 sp around and join with a sl
st to the first sc in the row. <b>(You want
to make the stitches in this row a bit tight. Because of the wide space between
them, they will want to pull a little loose. If you keep these stitches tight
then you will have to do fewer/no decrease stitches to make the hat fit your
head.)<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Rnds 16-21 : Ch 1, sc in each st around and join with a sl
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<b>If you added increase
rows to make your hat wider/puffier or if you need to make the opening of the
hat smaller to fit your head or the head of a child, you will need to replace one or more of Rnds 16-21
with decrease rows. </b></div>
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<b>To do a decrease
row, you will want to sc in each stitch around while evenly spacing 6 sets of
(sc 2 tog) This is pretty much the opposite of the increase row. For example,
instead of working *sc into the next 5 sts, 2 sc in the next st* you will work
*sc into the next 5 sts, sc 2 tog*. <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Sc 2 tog: insert hook
into next st, yo and pull through st, insert hook into next st, yo and pull
through st, yo and pull through both loops on hook. This basically turns two
sts into one in the next row.<o:p></o:p></b><br />
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<b>Don't worry if you need to add one or more single crochet decrease rows to the band. I think this hat also looks great with a wider band.</b><br />
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<b>Flower: (Not necessary but it looks super cute for children hats.)</b><br />
Ch 5, sl st into first ch to form a loop.<br />
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Ch 1, sc in loop, ch 3, *sc into loop, ch 3* repeat from *to* until you have 5 "Petal Loops" join with a sl st into first sc.<br />
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Work *sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc* into each "petal loop" to form the petals of the flower, join with a sl st to the first sc, fasten off leaving a tail long enough to sew on flower.<br />
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Using yarn needle, place the flower on the band. <b>I like to place the flower over "seam" in the band made by joining the ends of rows.</b></div>
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I spent about an hour looking for crochet bow tie patterns online and found none that I liked. Every pattern I could find used yarn and I really don't like the way they look in the end. So at the end of the hour, I decided to write up a pattern of my own using thread instead for a more tight and classy look.<br />
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Size 10 Crochet Thread (<b>See below for type) </b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Size 7 / 1.65mm crochet hook<o:p></o:p></div>
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Needle for weaving in ends<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="line-height: 150%;">Starch (If you want to starch the ends. I </span><span style="line-height: 24px;">recommend</span><span style="line-height: 150%;"> it.)</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 150%;">I have had several questions about the type of thread used for this pattern. The "thread" needed is NOT the kind you would use for sewing or embroidering. You need crochet thread. This is the kind of thread you will usually see used to crochet doilies or lace-type tablecloths. I usually use the Red Heart Classic Crochet Thread you can find at nearly any Walmart </span><span style="line-height: 24px;">(as my town lacks anywhere else to buy yarn, thread, etc.)</span><span style="line-height: 150%;">. You can usually find it close to where most stores stock their yarn. At Walmart it is usually on the same isle as the yarn. In other stores like, Hobby Lobby or </span><span style="line-height: 24px;">Joann's</span><span style="line-height: 150%;">, they usually stock it on the end of an isle. No matter what brand you end up buying, they will all look similar to the pic below.</span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><b>Decrease
Row</b>: Ch 1, turn, sc 2 tog, sc in next st and in each st across<o:p></o:p></div>
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Row</b>: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first st, sc in next st and in each st across<o:p></o:p></div>
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<u style="font-weight: bold;">Pattern:</u> [Main pattern makes a large "Bow" when tied. For a smaller sized "Bow" use stitch numbers inside ( ) In rows where you do increases and decreases, you will end up doing 5 less rows then the pattern says for the smaller sized "Bow" ]</div>
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2-4. Ch 1, turn, sc in each
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20. Ch 1,
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36-43. Ch
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44-58. Decrease rows. (Last row will have 5
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59-203. Ch
1, turn, sc in each st across. (<b>If you need this bow tie to fit larger or smaller neck sizes, simply add or leave off rows from this section)</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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204-217. Increase
rows (Last row will have 20 (15) sts.)<o:p></o:p></div>
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218-225. Ch
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226-240. Decrease
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241-242. Ch
1, turn, sc in each st across.<o:p></o:p></div>
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243-257. Increase
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258-261. Ch
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262. Without
turning, sc in each st around the outside of bow tie. Join with a sl st to
first st of previous row. Fasten off and weave in ends.<o:p></o:p></div>
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It is a good idea to starch the ends of the bow tie to get it to stand up right when you tie it. If you do not starch it, it has a softer, floppy sort of look and the ends will curl over on themselves a bit. </div>
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This pattern works up fairly quickly considering the small size of thread. I think it took me about 2.5 hours and that was with me typing out the pattern as I went.</div>
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Have fun with this one! This pattern can easily be adapted to use more than one color. (stripes, outside border a different color, etc.) I would love to hear how the pattern works for you and as always feel free to comment with any questions you have. </div>
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Lately I've been in a bit of a crochet rut. So for the past few days I've been spending my time surfing the web and checking out tons of free patterns trying to find one that really inspired me. </div>
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I've been getting more into Amigurumi style crochet projects. I haven't really done very many of these types of patterns.<a href="http://stormflycrafts.blogspot.com/2013/03/crochet-amigurumi-voodoo-doll.html" target="_blank"> My Crochet Amigurumi Voodoo Doll </a> was the first major Amigurumi pattern that I worked on. I wanted something to inspire me like the Voodoo doll idea had but I hadn't been able to find anything until a friend showed me one that she was getting ready to start.</div>
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The pattern she showed me was for a <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/5927584/dalek-crochet-pattern" target="_blank">crochet Dalek.</a> (click link for original pattern. Link also includes a chance to help out a needy family via the poster of the original pattern.) </div>
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I LOVED IT! It looks great but wasn't exactly what I wanted. The original pattern is a bit smaller than I wanted and calls for joins at the end of each row. I wanted something large and worked in continuous rounds so there is no seam line.</div>
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I decided to work the pattern using two strands of yarn and a J hook instead of the single strand and F that the pattern calls for. While the pattern was done well for the most part, it is a bit difficult to understand at times, there was a whole row I had to leave out to make it look right and another I had to change to make it look right as well. I also didn't like that the "arms" and "eye" were flat instead of round. I got about halfway through the pattern before I decided to pull it out and write up my own pattern inspired by the original one my friend showed me. </div>
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I designed a pattern to better fit using two strands and a larger hook size. I also added another color and changed a few of the rows to enhance the overall look of the Dalek. Then I added instructions for making the "eye" and "arms" round instead of flat and added instructions for making the "lights" for the top of the Dalek.</div>
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This was a super fun project to work on and it was made even better by the reaction of my daughter when she saw it. ("I LOVE DALEKS!")<br />
She is currently running around my house with it yelling "EX-TER-ME-NATE!<br />
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So, here is is. Enjoy!</div>
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<b><u>Crochet Dalek Pattern</u></b></div>
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Hook Size: US J / 6.00MM</div>
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2 Strands of Worsted Weight Yarn in color A (I used Red Heart acrylic yarn for this project but I think it would work well in cotton as well.) For A I used a caramel color.<br />
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2 Strands of Worsted Weight Yarn in color B. For B I used a Navy color.<br />
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2 Strands of Worsted Weight Yarn in color C. For C I used a scrap of a bright blue color.</div>
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Poly Fill</div>
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<b>This pattern is worked in continuous rounds using a stitch marker to keep track of where the row ends. Make sure you place the stitch marker in the last stitch of the row and make sure you move it up with each row so you can keep track of where you last stitch is.</b></div>
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<b><u>Body:</u></b></div>
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1.) Start with color A. Using "Magic Circle" technique start with 12 sc into Magic Circle.</div>
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2.) sc in next st, 2 sc in next st around (18 sts)</div>
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3.) sc in next 2 sts, 2sc in next st around (24 sts)</div>
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4.) sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next st around (30 sts)</div>
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5.) sc in next 4 sts, 2sc in next st around (36 sts)</div>
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6-12.) sc in each st around.<br />
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13.) Change to color B. Sl st into back loop only of first st of row. (st you sl st into at the end of previous row.) hdc into back loop only of same st and next 4 st, ch 1, sk 1 st, *hdc in back loop only of next 5 st, ch 1, sk 1 st* around.<br />
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14.) Change to color A. Sl st into first st of previous row. (st you joined to) *sc in next 5 st, 2dc in both loops skipped st of previous row* around. Join with a sl st to first st of row, fasten off. (42 sts)<br />
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15.) Change to color B. Sl st into back loop only of first st of previous row. (st you joined to) *hdc into next 6 st, ch 1, sk 1 st* around. Join with a sl st to first st of row, fasten off.</div>
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16.) Change to color A. Sl st into first st of previous row. (st you joined to) *sc in next 6 st, 2 dc in both loops of previous row* around. Join with a sl st to first st of row. Fasten off. (48 sts.)<br />
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17.) Change to color B. Sl st into back loop only of first st of previous row. (st you joined to). *hdc in next 7 st, ch 1, sk 1 st* around. Join with a sl st to the first st of the row.<br />
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18.) Change to color A. Sl st into first st of previous row. (st you joined to) *sc in next 7 st, 2dc in both loops of skipped st of previous row* around. DO NOT JOIN place Stitch Marker in last st of row. (54 sts)<br />
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19.) *Sc in back loop only of next 8 st., sc in next st* around<br />
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20-23.) *fpsc (front post single crochet) in next to st, bpsc (back post single crochet) in the next to st.* around.</div>
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24-26.) sc in each st around.<br />
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27.) *sc in next 8 st, 2 sc in next* around. (60 sts) sl st into next st and fasten off.<br />
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28.) Change to color B. Sl st into first st of previous row. (st you sl stitched into). *Pc in next st, ch 3, sk 3 sts* around. Join with a sl st and fasten off.<br />
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29.) Change to color A. Sl st into first st of row. (st you joined to.) *Sc in top of Pc, Dc in next 3 st of previous row* around. Join with a sl st.<br />
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30-31.) Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st and fasten off after row 32.<br />
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32.) Repeat row 29<br />
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33.) Repeat row 30<br />
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34-35.) Repeat row 31-32<br />
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36.) Repeat row 29<br />
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37.) Change to color A. Sl st into first st of row. (st you sl stitched into) * sc in top of Pc, dc in next st of previous row, 2 dc in next st of previous row, dc in next st of previous row.* around. Join with a sl st. (75 sts)<br />
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38-39.) Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st and fasten off.<br />
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40.) Change to color B. Sl into first st of row. (st you sl stitched into) *Pc in next st, ch 4, sk 4 sts* around. Join with a sl st and fasten off.<br />
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41.) Change to color A. Sl st into first st of row. (st you sl stitched into) * sc in top of Pc, dc in next 4 sts of previous row.* around. join with a sl st.<br />
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42-43.) Ch 1, sc in each st around, Join with a sl st AFTER ROW 44 DO NOT JOIN! Place stitch marker in last st of row.<br />
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44.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 14* st around. ( 80sts)<br />
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45.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 15* around (85 sts)<br />
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46.) sc in each st around, sl st into next st and fasten off leaving about a yard of yarn to sew on the base.<br />
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<u style="font-weight: bold;">Base:</u> ( Use color A)<br />
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1.) Using magic ring technique, start with 6 sc in magic ring. Place stitch marker in last sc of row.<br />
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2.) 2 sc in each sc around. (12 sts.) Make sure you are moving the stitch marker with each new row.<br />
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3.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next st* around (18 sts)<br />
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4.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts* around (24 sts)<br />
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5.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts* around (30 sts)<br />
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6.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 4 sts* around (36 sts)<br />
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7.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 5 sts* around (42 sts)<br />
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8.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 6 sts * around (48 sts)<br />
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9.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 7 sts* around (54 sts)<br />
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10.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 8 sts* around (60 sts)<br />
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11.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 9 sts* around (66 sts)<br />
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12.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 10 sts* around (72 sts)<br />
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13.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 11 sts* around (78 sts)<br />
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14.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next 12 sts* around (84 sts) sl st in next st and fasten off.<br />
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<u style="font-weight: bold;">Eye:</u> (When assembeling, eye should be attatched at row 10 of body.)<br />
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1.) Using color C and the magic ring technique start with 6 sc in magic ring DO NOT JOIN place stitch marker in last st of row and move it with each following row.<br />
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2.) 2sc in each st around (12sts) sl st into next st and fasten off<br />
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3.) Using color B sl st into first st of previous row (st you ls st into) *2sc in next st, sc in next st* around (18 sts)<br />
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4.) *sc in back loop only of the next st* around<br />
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5.) sc in each st around<br />
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6.) *sc 2tog, sc in next st* around (12 sts)<br />
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7.) *sc 2 tog* around (6 sts)<br />
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8-12.) sc in each st around. at the end of row 12 sl st into next st and fasten off leaving enough yarn attached to sew on eye.<br />
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<u style="font-weight: bold;">"Gun" Arm:</u> (Arms are attached to the body just below the ribbed section and just above the section with the "balls")<br />
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1.) Ch 2, 3 sc in 2nd st from hook. Place stitch marker<br />
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2.) 2 Sc in each st around (6sts)<br />
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3-12.) sc in each st around. Sl st into next st and fasten off leaving enough yarn attached to sew on arm.<br />
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<u style="font-weight: bold;">"Plunger" Arm:</u> (Arms are attached to the body just below the ribbed section and just above the section with the "balls")<br />
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Follow instructions for rows 1-7 of the "Gun" Arm, sl st into next st and fasten off leaving enough yarn to sew on arm.<br />
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1.) Sl St into row two and work 6 sl stitches around the end of arm. Place stitch marker in last st<br />
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2.) 2 sc in each st around (12 sts)<br />
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3.) *2sc in next st, sc in next st* around (18 sts)<br />
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4-10.) *2sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts* around (24 sts) Sl st into next st and fasten off. Weave in loose ends and attach to body.<br />
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11.) Using sl st, attach to to row 2 of "arm" you just made and work 6 slip stitches around the end of the arm. place st marker.<br />
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12.) *2 sc in each st* around. (12 sts)<br />
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13.) *2 sc in next st, sc in next st* around (18 sts)<br />
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14.) * 2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts* around (24 sts) sl st into next st, fasten off and weave in loose end.<br />
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<u style="font-weight: bold;">"Lights": Make 2</u> (As I originally forgot about them, the "lights" are not shown in the pics. Lights are attached at the top of the Dalek's "head" with one being to each side of the "eye" and a little farther back. [almost like horns or antlers.])<br />
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1.) Using color B (or white if you like) and magic circle technique, Start with 6 sc in magic circle. Place stitch marker.<br />
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2.) *2 sc in each st* around (12 sts)<br />
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3.) *sc in back loop only of next st* around<br />
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4-7.) sc in each st around. Sl st into next st, fasten off leaving enough yarn to attach to body.<br />
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Now all you have to do is stuff (stuff firmly!) all the parts and assemble! I cut a cardboard circle the same size as the base and sewed in after I stuffed the body to give it a flat bottom and help the whole thing stand better.<br />
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Finished project stands approx. 17 inches tall and is approx. 10 inches wide at the base.<br />
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Have fun with this one and I would love to hear what you think about the pattern.<br />
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<b>Edit: I added the pattern for the "lights" (not pictured) and added the missing part of the "plunger" arm pattern.</b><br />
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<b>Edit 2: There was a mistake in the main body pattern. Fixed now!</b></div>
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Finished doll is aprox. 2' tall.<br />
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Have fun with this one and really experiment with how you put it together and the colors and buttons you use. I can't find a picture of it right now, but I made one that was dark blue with neon blue stitches and eyes. They eyes were two different sizes and it turned out awesomely cute!<br />
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><span style="font-size: large; font-weight: bold;">IMPORTANT!!!: </span>This entire project is worked in the round. DO NOT join at the end of rounds. Use a stitch marker! Place it in the last stitch of the first round and move it to the last stitch of each round as you go. </span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">2 buttons (they can be the same size and color or different.)</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Main body color yarn (approx half a skein)</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">"Stitch" color (whatever odd ends you have will work.)</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">I used a G hook for the doll pictured. I've also used one size larger and one size smaller. Each worked just </span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">as well but keep in mind when changing hook sizes that larger hooks result in larger stitches and you will be</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">able to see the fill a little more especially with dark colored yarn.</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">Legs: </span></b>
1. 10 Sc in Magic ring
2. 2 sc in each st around.
3. 1 sc in next, 2 sc in next around
4. 1 sc in next 2, 2 sc in next around
5. sc in back loop only around
6-8. sc in each st around
9. 1 sc in next 2, sc 2tog around.
10. 1 sc in next, sc 2tog around.
11-17. 1 sc in each st around. Stuff foot.
18. 1 sc in next, sc 2tog around
19-28. 1 sc in each st around. Fasten off and stuff leg.
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1. 10 sc in magic ring
2. 2 sc in each st around.
3. 1 sc in next, 2 sc in next around
4. Sc in back loop only around.
6-8. Sc in each st around
9-10. 1 sc in next, sc 2tog around.
11-17. sc in each st around. Stuff arm
17. 1 sc in next, sc 2tog around.
18-25 1 sc in each st around. Fasten off and stuff arm. </span>
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<pre><span style="font-size: large;">(Quik note about sewing on the "stitches" I always sew them on after I have the doll together so that they</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-size: large;">do not pull as much when you stuff it but you may find it easier to do them before stuffing.)</span>
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<pre><b style="font-size: x-large;">Head </b>(head was written up from memory so please let me know if I need to tweak anything.)</pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">1. 10 Sc in Magic ring
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">5. 1 sc in next 3, 2 sc in next around</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">6. 1 sc in next 4, 2 sc in next around</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">7. 1 sc in next 5, 2 sc in next around</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">8. 1 sc in next 6, 2 sc in next around</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">12-15 decrease rows </span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">16-17 decrease rows</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">18-20 sc around</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">stuff second half of head. (head will round out more the more you stuff it.</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b>Body:</b></span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 1 – "Magic Loop" 7 sc in magic loop
Rnd 2 – 2 sc in each sc to marker, 2 sc in marked st, place marker in last sc made
(14 sc)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 3 – [sc in next sc, 2 sc in next sc] repeat around to sc before marker, sc, 2 sc in
marked sc (21 sc)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 4 – [sc in next 2 sc, 2 sc in next sc] around to 2 sc before marker, sc in next 2 sc, 2
sc in marked sc (28 sc)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 5 – [sc in next 3 sc, 2 sc in next sc] around to 3 sc before marker, sc in next 3, 2 sc
in marked sc (34 sc)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 6 – [sc in next 4 sc, 2 sc in next sc] around to 4 sc before marker, sc in next 4, 2 sc
in marked sc (41 sc)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnds 7 - 12 – sc evenly around, moving up marker to last sc of each round (41 sc)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 13 – [sc in next 5 sc, 2 sc in next sc] around to 5 sc before marker, sc in next 5, 2
sc in marked sc (48 sc)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 14 - 26 – sc evenly around, moving marker to last sc of each round (48 sc)
</span></pre>
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</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 27 – [sc in next 5 sc, dec. over next 2 sc] around to 6 sc before marker, sc in next
5, dec. over next sc and marked sc, (41 sts)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 28 – [sc in next 4 sc, dec. over next 2 sts] around to 5 sc before marker, sc in next
4, dec. over next sc and marked st (34 sts)
</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 29 – sc evenly around, moving up marker to last sc of each round (34 sc)</span></pre>
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</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 30 – [sc in next 3 sc, dec. over next 2 sts] around to 4 sc before marker. Dec. in
next sc and marked st (28 sts)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Stuff firmly
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 31 – [sc in next 2 sc, dec. over next 2 sts] around to 3 sc before marker, dec. over
next sc and marked st (21)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 31 – [sc in next sc, dec. over next 2 sts] around to 2 sc before marker, dec. over
next sc and marked st (14 sts)
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Rnd 32 – dec. over next 2 st around, cut leaving long tail.</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Weave tail through last row and pull tight and secure tightly to close end.</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">All that is left now is to sew the doll together. Use a yarn needle and the same color yarn as your main doll</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">body. The doll pictured is sewn together pretty evenly but it is also fun to experiment with sewing one of the arms lower than the other. You can also play around with adjusting the length of arms and legs if you want a more "Frankenstein" kind of look to yours.</span></pre>
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<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;"><b>EDIT: </b>I am currently working on a giant, semi-life size version of this pattern. it will be posted when I am</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">done making the first one and writing up a pattern for it. Make sure you check back soon if you would like</span></pre>
<pre><span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">see the giant pattern.</span></pre>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-73667596980808521922012-12-04T15:48:00.000-06:002012-12-05T00:35:11.606-06:00Doctor Who! - Fourth Doctor's Scarf Crochet PatternAs a HUGE Doctor Who fan, I wanted to make my own version of the iconic scarf worn by Tom Baker as the Fourth Doctor. My first step in making my pattern was to check out some of the others posted online. The best and , by far, most informative page I came across was <a href="http://www.doctorwhoscarf.com/s12.html" target="_blank">Doctor Who Scarf .com</a> The page gives background info on the scarf throughout its run on the show, suggestions for yarn brand and color, and several patterns depending on which version of the scarf you want to make and the type of yarn you want to use.<br />
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HOWEVER the patterns are all for the original knit version. Don't get me wrong, I love the look and feel of a knitted scarf. The problem is me. I've been crocheting from a very young age and only started really learning to knit very recently. I can handle a scarf as long as it is all one color. I originally started trying to knit this scarf but (as this was the first time I have been required to change colors when knitting) I didn't like how the edges were looking in the color change rows.</div>
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So, using the graph pattern from <a href="http://doctorwhoscarf.com/">doctorwhoscarf.com</a> I came up with my own pattern for this scarf in crochet instead.<br />
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(This is the semi-finished version of my scarf. This isn't really a good picture of it. The length of the scarf and the low light in my living room made it rather difficult to get a good picture.)</div>
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I would recommend checking out their great sight for brand and color suggestions before you start. All the yarn I used is Red Heart brand from Walmart. While I am happy with most of the colors, the red in my scarf is a little off. It needs to be a little brighter and more like the color of rust.</div>
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ALSO: When choosing your yarn for this pattern (ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE KNITTING!) It is a good idea to get all your colors from the same type and brand. That said, it is more important to make sure all your yarn is the same texture and thickness. During the brief time I spent trying to knit this scarf, I discovered that the red yarn was a bit more coarse and slightly thicker than the rest of my yarn. This lead to the red parts of the scarf bulging out on the sides even though I used the same size needles.</div>
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As you can see in this photo, the strip of red seems to have more stitches in it. It doesn't. The yarn is thicker than the rest of the colors so it bulges out on the sides. Now, this really isn't a huge deal, but I am a perfectionist when crocheting/knitting and really want the sides of my scarf to be even the whole way. To fix this problem in my crochet version, when I crochet the red stripes, I used a hook that was smaller than the one I used for the rest of the colors. If you run into this problem as well, try one or two sizes smaller to get the stitches the same size as the colors before them. I did most of the scarf with an I/9-5.50MM hook and for the red stripes, I changed to a G/6-4.25MM Hook.</div>
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Okay, lets talk about the pattern now.This is a<a href="http://www.doctorwhoscarf.com/pdf/inches.pdf" target="_blank"> link</a> to the knit pattern I worked off of to create my crochet version. The pattern in the link shows the color pattern and the stripe sizes in inches.</div>
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For the crochet pattern, I first started to work in Sc but I did not like how stiff it made the scarf and personally I like how it looks more than Sc. If you like the look of Sc, simply swap out the Dc in the pattern for Sc and do twice as many rows than the pattern says.<br />
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Below, is the full crochet version of the pattern. I hope you enjoy it.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b></div>
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Hook: I/9-5.50MM</div>
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Starting with the plum color, ch 37, dc in 3nd ch from hook and in every ch across. (35sc)</div>
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Fasten off</div>
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For the rest of the pattern, using the color stated, join in 1st Dc on next row, ch 2, and Dc across for stated number of rows.</div>
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Light Tan: 11</div>
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Light Caramel: 2<br />
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Mustard Yellow: 1<br />
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Rust Red: 4<br />
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Plum: 1<br />
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Charcoal Gray: 8<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Army Green: 4</span><br />
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Yellow: 1<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Tan: 4</span><br />
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Red: 2<br />
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Caramel: 1<br />
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Plum: 1<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Green: 9</span><br />
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Yellow: 1<br />
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Gray: 4<br />
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Red: 1<br />
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Tan: 11<br />
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Plum: 1<br />
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Green: 4<br />
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Gray: 2<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Yellow: 1</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Red: 4</span><br />
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Plum: 1<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Caramel: 7</span><br />
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Tan: 1<br />
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Gray: 1<br />
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Red: 8<br />
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Yellow: 2<br />
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Green: 4<br />
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Plum: 1<br />
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Tan: 8<br />
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Caramel: 1<br />
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Gray: 3<br />
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Red: 1<br />
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Plum: 2<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Tan: 1</span><br />
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Yellow: 2<br />
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Green: 12<br />
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Red: 2<br />
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Gray: 2<br />
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Yellow: 1<br />
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Caramel: 3<br />
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Plum: 1<br />
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Tan: 1<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;">Gray: 6</span><br />
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Red: 1<br />
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Yellow: 2<br />
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Tan: 2<br />
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Plum: 1<br />
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Caramel: 5<br />
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Red: 1<br />
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Plum: 6<br />
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Fasten off and weave in all loose ends.<br />
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It's up to you how many tassels you want to add to the ends. At first, I placed 12 with 2 stitches between each one. I think on one end I had three between the last two but you can't really tell by just looking at the scarf.<br />
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To make a tassel, cut a 6" strip of each color of yarn.<br />
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Put all the strips together (making sure you line up the ends to make sure they are even) and fold in half.<br />
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Insert your hook into the stitch you want the tassel to go through, grab the loop end of the strips and pull through the stitch. (<b>DO NOT PULL ALL THE WAY THROUGH</b>. You want a loop on one side of the scarf and the cut ends on the other.)<br />
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Pull the cut ends of the strips through the looped end and pull tight.<br />
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<b>*When making more than one tassel, make sure you are inserting your hook into the same side of the scarf so all of the knots end up facing the same way.</b><br />
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While it's not true to the original, I also like the look of smaller tassels. Instead of doing the bunches, I cut 5 strips of each color for each end of the scarf and put one through each stitch. This spreads the tassels across the entire end of the scarf. I like the even look to this type of ending but if you want to be more true to the original, stick with the first type of tassels.<br />
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(In the end, I decided to go with the more spread out version. This is what it should look like when you are done. I wouldn't choose yarn colors by this photo, the flash on my camera made them look a little weird)<br />
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I modified my finished scarf slightly from this pattern. After adding my tassels, I decided to take advantage of the considerable length and width of this scarf and turn it into a hooded scarf. To do this, I simply folded the scarf in half and stitched a seam about one foot long down one side. I LOVE THIS AS A HOODED SCARF! It looks really beautiful, but I can't get a good enough photo of it in a mirror, so you're going to have to wait to see it until I can get my husband to take a good photo of me wearing it.<br />
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This was a project that I really enjoyed working on as it combined two of my favorite things; crocheting and Doctor Who. This is a time consuming project, but it is well worth it in the end. (The time goes by much faster when you re-watch favorite episodes while you work.)<br />
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I hope all of you enjoy this project as much as I did!</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com25tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-81592525200293628582012-11-12T15:58:00.000-06:002012-11-12T15:58:01.711-06:00Crochet Hat With Ears<span style="background-color: white; color: #007f00; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px; text-align: justify;">I've been looking for an interesting way to do something charitable for the holidays this year. After thinking about it for a while, I've decided to crochet a bunch of hats to donate to a children's hospital for children going through chemo treatment. So, over the next few weeks, I'm going to be posting several patterns for fun hats. I hope that you enjoy them and will consider donating a few to a children's charity yourself.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #007f00; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px; text-align: justify;">This is the second hat pattern. It starts out a lot like the first with a simple hat pattern. There are a few changes toward the end so I could add the ear flaps.</span><br />
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This is my daughter wearing the hat. As you can see, it has ear-flaps as well as two ears added to the top. I thought about adding pom-poms to the ends of the ear-flaps. This could be a fun addition I just didn't do it with this one.<br />
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This is a better shot of the ears on top. If you wanted, you could do the inside a light pink to give the ears a two-toned look.<br />
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Hook: H/8-5.00 MM</div>
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<b>Hat Body</b></div>
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Ch 5, sl st in 1<sup>st</sup> ch to
create a circle</div>
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Ch 2, 10 dc in circle, join with a sl
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Ch 2, 2 dc in each dc around,</div>
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Ch 2, *dc in 1<sup>st</sup> dc, 2dc in
next dc* around, join with a sl st</div>
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Ch2, *dc in first 2dc, 2d in next dc*
around, join with a sl st</div>
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Ch2, *dc in first 3 dc, 2dc in next dc*
around, join with a sl st</div>
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<b>(If you are making this hat for an
adult or a child with a larger head, simply continue the pattern for
a few more rows here. With each new increase row, simply add 1 more
dc between the 2dc spaces for each round. So the next row you would
do would read: Ch2, *dc in first 4 dc, 2dc in next dc* around, join
with a sl st. Do this until the top of your hat reaches the desired
size. <u>Remember:</u> When you
start building the body of the hat, the top curves off so when you
size the top of the hat, it may look a little smaller than the head,
but that is okay because it will even out as you start building the
body.)</b></div>
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*Ch 2, dc in each dc around and join
with a sl st* repeat for 6 rows</div>
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DO NOT FASTEN OFF!</div>
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(First ear-flap)</div>
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Ch 2, turn, dc in 15 dc spaces.</div>
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*Ch 2, turn, dc 2tog, dc across until last two, dc 2tog,* repeat for 7 rows (the last row you do should be dc 2tog, dc, dc 2tog)</div>
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Ch 2, turn dc 3tog, ch 16, fasten off.</div>
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(second ear-flap)</div>
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Fold hat in half to line up where you need to start the next ear-flap. It should sit directly across the hat from the first one.</div>
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*Ch 2, turn, dc 2tog, dc across until last two, dc 2tog,* repeat for 7 rows (the last row you do should be dc 2tog, dc, dc 2tog)</div>
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Ch 2, turn dc 3tog, ch 16, fasten off.</div>
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Join to edge with a sl st, ch 1, sc in each stitch around base of hat, ear-flaps, and ch 15. When you reach the end of the ch, (sc, ch 1 sc) in last ch and (ch 1, sc, ch 1, sc) in the same ch going back down the ch. This will round off the ends of the "straps." When you reach your first sc, join with a sl st.</div>
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Ch 11, tr in 4th ch from hook, tr in next st, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next 2 ch, sc in last 2 ch, ch 1, sc in first 2 ch going back up the other side, hdc in next 2 ch, dc in next 2 ch, tr in last 2 ch.</div>
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Ch 1, turn, sc around, fasten off leaving a long tail so you can use it to sew on the ears.</div>
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Lay hat flat and decide where you wan the ears to be attached I chose to line mine up from the second to fourth rounds of the body of my hat. Use the extra tail on the ears and a yarn needle to sew on the ears.</div>
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I hope you had as much fun as I did making this one. I know children really love hats with ears like this. As usual feel free to re-post this pattern, but please include a link back to my page. Thank you.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-26046226064564919492012-11-12T12:50:00.000-06:002012-11-12T15:58:37.238-06:00Crochet Flower HatI've been looking for an interesting way to do something charitable for the holidays this year. After thinking about it for a while, I've decided to crochet a bunch of hats to donate to a children's hospital for children going through chemo treatment. So, over the next few weeks, I'm going to be posting several patterns for fun hats. I hope that you enjoy them and will consider donating a few to a children's charity yourself.<br />
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This is the first hat I worked on. It is a simple crochet hat pattern with a flower attached.<br />
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Ch 5, sl st in 1<sup>st</sup> ch to
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Ch 2, 10 dc in circle, join with a sl
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Ch 2, 2 dc in each dc around,</div>
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Ch 2, *dc in 1<sup>st</sup> dc, 2dc in
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Ch2, *dc in first 2dc, 2d in next dc*
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Ch2, *dc in first 3 dc, 2dc in next dc*
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<b>(If you are making this hat for an
adult or a child with a larger head, simply continue the pattern for
a few more rows here. With each new increase row, simply add 1 more
dc between the 2dc spaces for each round. So the next row you would
do would read: Ch2, *dc in first 4 dc, 2dc in next dc* around, join
with a sl st. Do this until the top of your hat reaches the desired
size. <u>Remember:</u> When you
start building the body of the hat, the top curves off so when you
size the top of the hat, it may look a little smaller than the head,
but that is okay because it will even out as you start building the
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*Ch 2, dc in each dc around and join
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*Ch 1, sc in each st around and join
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Ch 5, sl st in the
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ch 1, sc in 1<sup>st</sup>
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ch 1, (working in
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Fasten off and
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Again, I hope you enjoy this project and consider making one or two for some children in need. Feel free to re-post this pattern, but please include a link back to my page. Thank you.</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-54814275676154527232012-11-07T22:22:00.000-06:002012-11-07T22:33:46.187-06:00Crochet Baby Doll Carrier After seeing my aunt carrying my baby cousin in a front carrier, my daughter has been asking for one for her babies. So tonight, I sat down and made a pattern for one. I think this one turned out awesome. It looks great, is comfortable for her to wear, and baby stays in it really well.<br />
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This is my daughter sporting her new doll carrier. It has two straps coming off the top of the carrier. The straps cross in the back, go through a small loop on each side of the carrier and then tie a waist level.<br />
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This is a side view. You can see the straps coming off the top and if you look close by the doll hand, you can see the loop the strap goes through.<br />
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The carrier is pouch style with two holes at the bottom for the doll legs. If your child's doll has larger legs you may have to make the leg holes larger.</div>
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Ch 22, Dc in the 3rd ch from the hook and across. (22 Dc)</div>
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Ch 2, turn, Dc across for 7 rows (8 rows in total)</div>
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Ch 2, turn, Dc in next 5, ch 5, sk 5 st and Dc in 6th st ch 5 and Dc in last 5 st</div>
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Ch 2, turn, Dc across for 10 rows</div>
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Fold over at the row W/leg holes and (starting at the fold) Sc up side, across top, and down other side W/(sc, ch 1, sc) in both corners.</div>
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Ch 1, turn, sc in first 2 sc, ch 3, sk 3 st and sc in 4th st and around (w/(sc, ch 1, sc) in both corners) until last 5 st. Ch 3, Sc in last 2 st.</div>
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Ch 1, turn, sc to corner ch 1 sp. *Ch 77, Dc in 3rd ch from hook and down ch, sc in ch 1 sp* and across to the next corner.</div>
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<b>If your child is older you may need to lengthen the straps. To do this, simply add more chains to the ch 77 in the last row. </b><br />
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I used 100% cotton yarn for this project. I thought this would be a good idea because kids are messy and I will be able to throw it in with the laundry without really having to worry about it. The yarn I used was Peaches and Cream brand from Wal-Mart. I thought I could get away with only using one ball. As it turns out, I needed slightly more than one ball so now I have some left over for washcloths or something.</div>
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I hope you had fun with this one. Please feel free to comment and if you re-post this, please link back to my page.</div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-43699812524426479902012-10-16T12:28:00.000-05:002012-10-16T12:28:39.279-05:00Cute Fall/Winter Leg Warmers: Made from the sleeves of an old sweater! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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For a while now, I've been wanting a cute pair of leg warmers to wear with my boots this fall/winter. At first, I considered knitting a pair from start to finish but due to all the other projects I have going on (11 foot knitted scarf among others) I just don't have the time and I am far too impatient to wear them. So while I was going through my closet I came across this old sweater. While it is still in great condition, I just don't wear it as much anymore and decided it would go to far better use as my new leg warmers.</div>
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One of the main tools you are going to need (aside from scissors and your sewing machine) is a seam ripper.<br />
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Turn you sweater inside-out and located the shoulder seam. If you are working with a tight-knit sweater, it may be possible to just cut your shoulder seam. In my case, this sweater was rather loose-knit. It may be difficult to find the seam thread, but if you can, you will be able to handle the sleeve with less unraveling.<br />
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Carefully remove both sleeves from the sweater.<br />
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Depending on the size of your sleeves and the style of leg warmers you want, you may have to cut down the length of the sleeve. You can't see it in this photo but before cutting, I used my sewing machine and stitched down the length of the sleeve before cutting so there was no unraveling as I cut of the unwanted material.<br />
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Cut the end of the sleeve off where it starts to curve.<br />
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Carefully fold over cut end making sure you line up the seams. Sew around the opening to create a hem. Make sure you do not pull the sleeve as you go because you don't want to stretch out the end of your legwarmer.<br />
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This is the finished product. I wanted mine more fitted. If you want a loose style, leave the extra fabric on instead of cutting along the length of the sleeve.<br />
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I hope you find this project as easy and fun as I did. I love how these turned out and I can't wait to wear them with my boots.<br />
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Also, don't worry about the rest of this nice sweater going to waste. I'm thinking a pair of mittens and some sort of ear-warmer/scarf are in the works for this sweater as well. So look for those projects in the near future.<br />
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StormiUnknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-66508791628387221692012-10-08T13:28:00.002-05:002012-11-29T08:35:53.677-06:00Flower Winter Headband/Ear-warmer<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Flower Ear-Warmer Headband</span></b></div>
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(More photos follow at the end of the post.)</div>
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<b>Introduction</b><br />
This is a pattern I made based on a <a href="http://pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a> pin. I'm not sure where the original pattern came from because the link was broken when I clicked on it. I fell in love with this headband/ear-warmer as soon as I saw it and had to come up with a pattern of my own for it. I'm not sure how accurate this is to the original pattern, but it looks very much like the Pinterest photo I was working off of. Once I got the pattern down, it only took me 1 to 1 1/2 hours to finish this headband so it is a pretty quick and easy pattern.<br />
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<b>Materials List</b><br />
Any worsted weight yarn (I used acrylic yarn for the one in the photo, but this pattern would work great with cotton or wool as well.)<br />
USA G-4.25 mm hook<br />
Yarn needle<br />
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<b>Headband</b><br />
Ch 4<br />
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and across, ch 1, turn<br />
Row 2: 2 sc in 1st st, sc 1, 2 sc in last ch, ch 1, turn<br />
Row 3: sc across, ch 1, turn<br />
Row 4: 2 sc in 1st st, sc to next to last st, 2 sc in last st, ch 1, turn<br />
Repeat Rows 3 and 4 until you have 13 stitches.<br />
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<b>Pattern Row: </b><br />
dc in first stitch, *skip 1 stitch, work (sc, dc) in next stitch; repeat from * until there are two stitches remaining. skip 1 stitch, sc in the turning chain of the previous row, ch 1, turn<br />
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Work pattern row until it reaches approximately 12 inches** from the start of the pattern (do not count the sc).<br />
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**If you need to adjust the pattern to fit your head better or to fit the head of a child change the length of pattern rows you do. If you need the headband to be larger, work for an additional inch or two. If you need to shorten the headband, work the pattern for fewer inches.<br />
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Row 1: Sc 2 tog, sc to last 2 st, sc 2 tog, ch 1, turn<br />
Row 2: sc across, ch 1, turn<br />
Repeat rows 1 and 2 until you have 3 stitches remaining.<br />
Ch 1, Turn, sc across for 3 additional rows.<br />
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Sc around headband, with 2 sc in corner stitches. When you reach the first end, sc in the first st, ch 5, sc in 3rd st and continue around making sure you sc twice in each corner. Join with sl st and fasten off.<br />
Attach button to top side of other end. Use yarn needle to weave in ends.<br />
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<b>Flower</b><br />
ch 5; join with a slip st to form ring.<br />
Round 1: Ch 5 (counts as dc and ch-2), [dc, ch 2] 5 times in ring; join to 3rd ch.<br />
Round 2: Ch 1, (sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc) in each ch-2 space around – 6 petals.<br />
Round 3: Holding Round 2 forward, * sc in dc from Round 1, ch 3; repeat from * around; join.<br />
Round 4: Ch 1, (sc, hdc, dc, 3 tr, dc, hdc, sc) in each ch-3 space around – 6 petals.<br />
Round 5: Holding Round 4 forward, * sc in sc from Round 3, ch 4; repeat from * around; join.<br />
Round 6: Ch 1, (sc, hdc, dc, 5 tr, dc, hdc, sc) in each ch-4 space around – 6 petals. Fasten off.<br />
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Position flower where you want it on the headband. (I prefer how it looks off to one side. ) Using your crochet hook, pull a length of yarn through so one end is through the front of the head band and the other through the back. Using the end through the front, insert the end up (back to front) through the center circle of the flower, pull it back down through one of the ch 2 spaces and back up through the center circle, then insert the end through the ch 2 space directly across from the one you put it through before and down through the headband. Tie the two ends together and use yarn needle to weave in the ends.<br />
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Have fun with this one. I hope you love it as much as I do and if you share this, please link back to my blog.<br />
Happy Crocheting!<br />
Stormi<br />
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(Up-close shot of the stitch pattern)</div>
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(Picture of the back of the headband)</div>
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(This is the pattern size on my daughter. I'm going to make one to fit her. I think I will make the "patterned" section of her's about 9 inches instead of 12 so it fits her head better.)</div>
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(Side view of the pattern size headband on my daughter.)</div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-44834842178997620552012-10-07T14:24:00.000-05:002012-10-07T14:24:02.405-05:00Beautiful Winter Bow-Tie Headband/Earwarmer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hook used: I (5.50 mm)<br />
Yarn used: Red Heart Super Saver (This pattern would also work great with wool or cotton yarn)<br />
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The Head Band<br />
Ch 12<br />
ROW 1: dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each ch across. (10 dc)<br />
ROW 2-25: ch2, turn, dc in each st across, (10 dc)<br />
Fold in half to line up both ends.<br />
Ch1, turn, sc in each stitch across. (make sure you are working your sc through both ends at the same time.) This connects the ends.<br />
Fasten off and weave in ends.<br />
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(If you need to make the band longer or shorter to fit any head, simply add or leave off rows.)<br />
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Bow-Tie Band<br />
Ch 5<br />
ROW 1: Sc in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each across (4 sc)<br />
ROW 2-10: ch 1, turn, sc in each st across<br />
Fold in half around headband and line up ends.<br />
Ch 1, turn, sc in each stitch across. (make sure you are working your sc through both ends at the same time.)<br />
Fasten off and weave in ends.<br />
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Twist Bow-Tie Band around so the seam is underneath, Line the Bow-Tie band up over the seam of the headband to hide the seam.<br />
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* If you would like to adjust this pattern to make a Bow-Tie Headband for a child, start with a ch 7 instead of 12 and work enough rows to fit the child's head. When making the Bow-Tie band, work 5 rows instead of 10.<br />
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7443806394476790886.post-88116409188198880732012-09-17T13:39:00.000-05:002013-03-15T22:19:38.168-05:00Awesome Coffee Mug Cozy patternA few days ago, I was looking through crafts one of my friends had pinned on Pinterest and I came across a photo and link to another blog.<br />
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This is the photo from <a href="http://allaboutami.tumblr.com/post/5392680874/cupcozytutorial" target="_blank">All About Ami</a> an awesome blog with lots of cool ideas. I made the cozy to her instructions and I loved it! It's worth trying if you like this style because it is easy to do and looks great.<br />
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After making one of this style, I realized that it does have a few drawbacks. It will really only fit the mug size and style you make it for. I wanted to come up with a pattern of my own that would fit any mug I wanted to put it on, (even the tall, no-handle style you get at gas stations or coffee shops) and still had a nice classy look.<br />
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So after a little planning and experimenting, I ended up with something that looks like this:<br />
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I changed how the cozy loops around the handle of the mug so that it feels slightly more secure and to add the option to use it on handle less cups.<br />
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By attaching three buttons, you can use the cozy on almost any size mug. I also reinforced my button hole to make it feel more sturdy.<br />
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To use this cozy on a tall handle less cup, you simply thread the "strap" part of the cozy through the hole for standard mug handles before buttoning it.<br />
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This cozy looks awesome and works awesomely on any style and size of coffee mug!</div>
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Now for the pattern!</div>
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<b>Awesome Coffee Mug Cozy:</b></div>
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Cotton yarn in the color(s) of your choice</div>
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Three buttons</div>
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Size H crochet hook</div>
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Ch 1, turn and sc in first sc of previous row, ch 8 and sc in last sc of previous row.</div>
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*Ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across* </div>
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Ch 1, sc in 2nd sc space (skipping the first sc) sc across skipping the 2nd to last sc and sc in last sc of previous row. (This is a decrease row.)</div>
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*Ch 1 sc in each sc across.* </div>
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Ch 1, turn, sc in first sc from previous row, ch 5, sc in last sc of previous row.</div>
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Sl st in same sc. ( to slip stitch, you work it just like a sc, instead of keeping the second loop on the hook, you pull it through the first.)</div>
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Ch 1, single crochet around the entire outside of the cozy with 6sc in the ch 5 loop. Join with a sl st, cut yarn, and use a yarn needle to hide the ends.</div>
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Attach your first button about 2" from the inside of the handle hole. Attach the other two buttons about 1" apart along the cozy. Use your yarn needle to hide the ends and you're done!</div>
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I've decided to make learning the stitches fun by incorporating the learning into a pattern for a Cool Weather Scarf. This pattern is quick and simple and is the&nbsp;perfect&nbsp;pattern for learning the basic stitches. I will include the pattern, followed by photos demonstrating the stitches while I work the scarf pattern as well as how to finish and trim the edges of the scarf. Good luck with your first pattern. I would love comments telling me how it went for you.<br />
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<b>Cool Weather Scarf</b><br />
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Size H/8 - 5.00MM Crochet hook<br />
1 skein worsted weight cotton yarn in your choice of color<br />
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Leaving a 3" tail at the start, Ch 16<br />
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Sc in 2nd Ch from hook and in each Ch across (15 sc)<br />
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Ch 1, turn and sc in each sc across &nbsp;(15 sc)<br />
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*Ch 2, turn and dc in each sc across (15 dc)<br />
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Ch 2, turn and dc in each dc across (15 dc)<br />
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Ch 1, turn and sc in each dc across (15 dc)<br />
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Ch 1, turn and sc in each sc across (15 dc) *<br />
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Repeat from * to * until your scarfs reaches desired length.<br />
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Fasten off leafing 3" tail.<br />
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Cut 30 6" pieces of yarn. For each stitch across each end, fold 1 piece of yarn in half and insert the looped end through both loops of 1 sc. Thread the cut ends through the loop and pull tight. (At each end, make sure you pull the left over 3" tail through the loop as well before you pull the yarn tight. This will hide your start and finish tails in your fringe.) After you have done this for each stitch across each end of your scarf, lay flat and trim fringe to desired length.<br />
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So, I wanted to have a few videos here showing you how to do each of these stitches, but for some reason, I cannot get them to upload. I'll work on getting that fixed, but for now, pictures are going to have to do.<br />
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For this project, you will need a skein of cotton yarn in the color of your choice, a pair of scissors, and your size H crochet hook.</div>
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When I was first learning as a child, this is how I was taught you hold your yarn while you crochet. Some people hold their's differently so go with what you are comfortable with. This is how you will see me hold mine because it keeps the yarn where you need it and the rest of it out of the way at the same time. Starting on the palm side of your hand, wrap the yarn around your little finger counter clockwise. After pulling the yarn back to the palm side of your hand, wrap around the back of your index finger and hold yarn end between your thumb and middle finger.</div>
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You want to start with a slip knot on your hook. You can do this by making a loop in your yarn, holding the loop together between your thumb and middle finger, and using your hook to pull a loop of yarn through the first loop. Pull tight and you should have a nice slipknot to start with. You want to start with a slip knot because you can pull it to adjust it's size if you need to and also because if you make a mistake or if you don't like how your project is turning out, you can simply remove your hook and pull the yarn to take it out and not waste any yarn.</div>
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This is how you start any stitch in crochet. Most patterns will refer to this as a YO (yarn over). When holding your yarn the way I showed before, you twist the hook so that it goes under the yarn and grabs it like this.</div>
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This is your first Ch (chain) To do this, you YO and pull the yarn you grabbed through your slipknot. This is the most basic stitch in crochet and you will use it in every crochet pattern you come across.</div>
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This is what it looks like when you do several chains all together. You want it to be a nice middle ground between loose and tight. This may take some practice as most people will either crochet too tight or too loose to begin with, it just depends on the person. It takes practice to learn the correct tension for your yarn. Many patterns will refer to this as the base chain because it often makes up the base of your pattern. As you can see, the chain is made up as a series of V's. Each set of V's is one chain. When doing the next row, you will only go through the top part of the V.</div>
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Now we are going to do the first sc (single crochet) To start, you insert the hook into the top loop of the second chain from your hook. If you look close in the photo, between the two loops on the hook, you can see the first ch that is skipped. Once you have your hook inserted, YO and pull a loop of yarn back through the ch. Now you should have two loops on your hook just like the picture above.</div>
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YO and pull a loop of yarn through both loops on your hook. This is how you single crochet. All together, you insert your hook into the second ch from your hook, YO, pull the loop through the ch, YO and pull the yarn through both loops on your hook.</div>
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You will do this same stitch all the way back down your chain, inserting your hook in the top loop of each remaining chain.</div>
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Now you have to start the second row. To do this, you ch 1 and then turn the whole thing to the left. Now you will be looking at the back side of the row you just finished and you will have lined the stitches up so that you can now work across the top of the previous row.</div>
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When doing the next row, look at the top of the previous row and you will see the same V's the chain made. This time, instead of going through only one loop, you will go under both sides of the V. Some patterns you come across will tell you to only go under one or the other, this creates a texture that we will go over in another project.</div>
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Now that you have finished your first two rows of sc, we are going to do a row of dc (double crochet) To start this row, you ch 2 (this chain at the beginning of the row is to bring your yarn up to the height of the stitch you are doing. ch 1 for sc and ch 2 for dc) turn the project to the left so you see the back side of the previous row.</div>
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To start the dc, you are going to YO BEFORE you insert your hook into the first sc of the previous row.</div>
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YO and pull the yarn through both loops on your hook. This is how you dc. All together, you YO, insert your hook into the sc of the row before, YO and pull the yarn back through the stitch, YO and pull yarn through the first 2 loops on your hook, YO and pull the yarn through the last two loops on your hook. </div>
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This picture shows a small sample of the pattern you will be doing. As you can, startign at the bottom, there are two rows of sc, a row of dc, and two rows of sc. This is a very simple way to add a pattern to your scarf without doing anything too difficult. These three stitches make up about 90% of the stitches you will use in crochet. There are others, but for the most part, you will be using these three or a variation of one or more of them.</div>
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To finish this scarf, ch 1 and cut your yarn about 3" from your hook. </div>
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Use your hook to pull the loop until the cut end pulls free. Pull the yarn until the ch 1 pulls tight.</div>
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The pattern calls for you to cut 30 6" pieces of yarn. To make the fringe at the ends of the scarf, fold each piece in half so that there is a loop at one end like in the picture above.</div>
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Insert you hook through one stitch in your last/first row of your scarf. </div>
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Pull the thread tight so that the loop closes around the yarn and holds it tight to create the fringe at the ends of your scarf. You can either leave the fringe long, or lay the scarf flat and use your scissors to cut it to a shorter length. </div>
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You can also finish this scarf another way if you do not like fringe. Simply use a plastic, blunted yarn needle to pull the tail ends back down through the sc row. If you look at the row from the side, you will see a series of upright V's. The needle will slip easily through these. Pull the yarn through, pull it a little tight, cut it, and then flatten the row to hide the end. </div>
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I hope you found these instructions easy to follow. Please leave comments to let me know how easy it was to follow.</div>
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Enjoy working on this Cool Weather Scarf. My next post will be a pattern for how to make this really awesome coffee mug cozy.</div>
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(Photo taken of page 68 of 24 Hour Crochet Projects by Rita Weiss)<br />
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This photo shows how a standard pattern will look. The first few things it will show is a list of materials you will need to complete the project. This will include the type and amount of yarn needed, hook sizes, and any additional materials such as buttons/ribbon/etc. While some patterns will list specific colors of yarn, unless you want your finished project to look exactly like the photo in the pattern, you can choose any color/combination of colors you wish.<br />
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The next section of your pattern will likely include any special instructions, stitches/patterns unique to the pattern, and the gauge you will need to work to for the pattern to come out properly. In most patterns (especially clothing items) gauge is VERY important. Most patterns will tell you to do a few stitches or rows and measure to make sure you are crocheting in the correct gauge. It will often read something like this:<br />
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Or, in the case of this pattern: With larger hook size, First 2 rows = 2 1/4"<br />
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So, how does Gauge work? You follow your pattern for the first few rows and then use your ruler/measuring tape to measure either how many stitches are in the measurement listed, or how many rows. Since everyone crochets a little different (some are tight crocheters, some loose, and some right in the middle) gauge helps you determine if you are using the right hook size for you. If you have too few stitches/rows in your 2" you may want to use one hook size smaller than your pattern states. The same for if you have too many stitches in your 2" you may want to use one hook size larger.<br />
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Gauge is really important because you want your project to be the right size when it is finished. If you are working on a beautiful winter hat and you don't check your gauge, you might end up with a hat sized for a doll instead. ALWAYS MAKE SURE YOUR CHECK YOUR GAUGE! You will be much happier in the long run if you remember this step.<br />
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The next part is the pattern itself. Depending on what you are making, the pattern will be broken up into parts. If you are making a sweater, you will have instructions for each individual panel and the sleeves followed by instructions on how to put the parts together. It is important to do these parts in order as you will sometimes come across patterns that have you put the pieces together as you go.<br />
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As I said in the previous post, most patterns are straight forward and easy to read. Take this one for example:<br />
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<b> Rnd 4: </b>Ch 1, sc in same ch as joining; * ch 3, sk next dc, sc in next dc; rep from * 16 times more; ch 3, join in first sc: 18 ch 3 sps.<br />
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Now, as this is the middle of the pattern, it might be a little hard to follow at first, but when you start from the beginning, you will know exactly what is going on. The man reason I chose to point out this part of the instructions is that it has almost every part of a pattern you will need to know about. So let's break it down:<br />
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<b>"Rnd 4" </b>A pattern will often start each step with either Rnd or Row depending on if you are working on a straight line or in a circle. As this is a pattern for a hat, it is worked in a circle. In most patterns, each Rnd/Row will be marked with a number making it easy to find where you are.<br />
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<b>"*" </b>Most patterns will use this symbol or one similar in their short hand way of writing. Most patterns will repeat along a row or round. The symbol is the patterns way of alerting you to a repeat pattern and helping you know where the repeat starts and ends.<br />
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<b>"Ch1, sc in same..." </b>This is the main part of the pattern. Patterns are written in a special kind of shorthand so that the pattern can fit on just a few pages instead of needing a whole book to make one hat. When you are first learning, it can be difficult to remember what all the abbreviations mean. As you learn and become more used with the shorthand, you will start reading it as naturally as reading any other instructions.<br />
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<b>"...join in first sc..." </b>When working in a circle, after each round you will be instructed to either "join" or "Place a stitch marker" Depending on the pattern, at the end of each round, you will join to the first stitch of that round or continue crocheting without joining. Either way, it is important to know where the first stitch of each round is for later.<br />
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"<b>18 ch 3 sps" </b>In many patterns, you will see something similar to this at the end of each row/rnd. This tells you how many stitches/pattern repeats are in that row/rnd. It is often a good idea to go back and count them every row or two to make sure you have the right amount. A little mistake along the way can often be big trouble later.<br />
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So, as you can see, when you break down the parts of a pattern, it becomes a little easier to follow. Most patterns will follow this same format whether they are American patterns or English patterns. The only exception to this format is often homemade patterns. If you get your patterns from free sites online, they will often be written as the crocheter went along. Often, these can be somewhat difficult to follow. However, if you put in the effort and keep in mind that there may be a few tweaks you have to make, many of these projects turn out beautiful.<br />
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In my next post, I will begin to demonstrate how to make a ch, (chain) sc, (single crochet) and dc. (double crochet) I hope to demonstrate this with still photos as well as a few videos. Other stitches will follow, but as these are the main stitches in most patterns, they are the most important to learn first.<br />
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See you next time,<br />
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Most important in crochet is the crochet hook. You will find many different brands on the market as well as different materials ranging from metal to wood to plastic as well as a few others. The main difference between brands (aside from the material they are made of) is slight differences in the shape of the hook. These differences are not really enough to affect how you use the hook. Most hooks are relatively the same shape and you will rarely notice a difference. </div>
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Most hooks with have this same general shape. As you can see in the photo I have mostly metal hooks with a few plastic ones. There is even one I think might be some kind of bone from the texture of it. The hook to the far right (the one I think may be bone) even has a decorative handle. While this adds to the style of the hook, it really does nothing for the overall function of the crochet hook. Don't waist extra money on more expensive/decorative hooks when the cheep (though still good quality) hooks do just as good a job. The only time it makes sense to spend a little extra money on crochet hooks would be for people who have arthritis. Sometimes, the slim hooks can be difficult for those with arthritis. I have seen something rather cool for crocheters with this problem.</div>
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Most sizes of crochet hooks can fit in this and the wide handle makes it more comfortable for people with problems such as arthritis.</div>
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The main thing you need to know about crochet hooks before you start is SIZE MATTERS! Generally, the larger the hook, the larger the stitches you will make. Most of the time, your pattern will tell you what size hook to use, but if you are unsure, check the label on the yarn you are using and it will usually tell you the recommended hook size for that yarn. It also never hurts to play around with different hook sizes. (depending on what you are crocheting)</div>
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In this picture, you can see the size of the hook. This hook has both the USA and Metric sizes for this hook. When reading a pattern, you will usually see one of three size styles: USA, English, or Metric. Not all hooks have more than one size style on it so it is a good idea to keep a chart with the corresponding sizes. </div>
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USA = English = Metric</div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">7.00mm<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">13<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">B-1<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">14<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1.75mm<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">7 steel<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">-<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<td style="border: none; padding: 3.75pt 3.75pt 3.75pt 3.75pt;">
<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1.50mm<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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While any good pair of scissors will work just fine, I prefer to use the style on the left. They are small so they don't take up too much space and since they have small points, they get into small spaces easier.</div>
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You will also want a ruler/measuring tape as many patterns go more by measurements than rows.</div>
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Stitch markers: some patterns call for stitch markers. Personally, I use a small bit of a contrasting color of yarn or a safety pin. They work just as good and don't cost a ton of money. DO NOT USE STITCH MARKERS INTENDED FOR KNITTING!!! These are a different kind and you will NOT be able to remove them from your crochet without taking it out or cutting your stitch markers.</div>
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A small plastic needle (easily found next to the crochet hooks) for hiding ends or stitching parts together.</div>
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For the most part (unless your pattern says different) these are all the supplies you need. There are only two other things I would suggest, though they are unnecessary. 1- A bag or basket to store your crochet project in while you are not working on it. There is nothing more frustrating than being almost finished with a project and having to start over because the kids/dog/cat got a hold of your project. 2-A yarn bowl if you like to work off of balls like I do. You can order one online that is beautiful, has holes for your hooks, and a slot for your yarn. Many bowls straight from you kitchen cabinets work just as well. The main point of the yarn bowl is to keep your yarn ball from rolling all over the place while you work.</div>
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(This is a yarn bowl my sister made for me not to long ago.)</div>
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For the most part (especially with beginner patterns) patterns are fairly easy to read once you know the lingo. The first time you look at a crochet pattern, you might think it is written in some alien language. If you work out of a beginners pattern book, there is likely to be a list of abbreviations at the start/end of the book to help you sort out all that Greek. If not, here is a general guide to crochet abreviations:</div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">beg</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= beginning</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>bpdc</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= backpost double
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<b>CC</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= Contrasting Color</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>ch</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= chain</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>cl</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= cluster</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>dc</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= double crochet</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>dec</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= decrease</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>dtr</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= double treble
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<b>hdc</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= half double crochet</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>inc</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= increase</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>lp(s)</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= loop(s)</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>MC</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= Main Color</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>p</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= picot</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>rep</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= repeat</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>rnd</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= round</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>RS</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= Right Side facing
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<b>sk</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= skip</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
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<b>ss or sl st</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= slip stitch</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>sc</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= single crochet</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>sp</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= space</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>tog</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= together</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
<b>tr</b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">= treble</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br />
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Other than this short hand, patterns are usually straight-forward and easy to follow. I do still come across one every now and then that takes me a while to sort out, but with a little effort it's usually not too bad. The biggest problem (especially for a beginner) is where the pattern comes from. American and English patterns often look exactly the same in terms of abbreviations but what the English refer to as a dc (double crochet) in America we refer to as a sc. (single crochet) This small difference can make a HUGE difference in the outcome of your project so it's important to know the difference. </div>
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I will talk more about pattern reading in my next post and begin to cover what these stitches actually are and how to do them.</div>
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From there, I plan to move on into more advanced projects and "How To's" of different kinds of stitch patterns. Once the basics are covered, I will get more into actual patterns and how to alter patterns you find but may not like certain aspects of. Off the top of my head, I can think of an amazing sweater pattern I found recently. It had a rather large blocky collar that I just didn't like. The solution: extending the collar and reworking it into a hood. I've found that more often than not people will completely pass on a pattern because of one small detail when a small alteration can make a world of difference. </div>
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While I love to crochet, I also love crafts of all kinds. I will also be posting about other crafts I come across from sewing to jewelry making to re-purposing old/unused items. I also love to try out crafts and "for the home" ideas I find on <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. I will be sharing those on this blog as well.</div>
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The only thing I love more than crafts is sharing crafts with others. I look forward to building a reader base to share crafting fun with as this blog grows. I'll be back in a day or two with installment 1 of Crochet Basics.</div>
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