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Easy to Crochet Messy Bun hat – Fun and Easy!

By Yolanda on December 15, 2016 in Craft Tools, crochet equipment, knitting equipment, Crochet Hats, Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Crochet Womens Garments, Holiday Projects, Kids Crochet 94

Yes, I got on the Messy Bun bandwagon

Today I want to share a pattern for an Easy to crochet “Messy Bun” hat. I have received so many requests for an easy pattern.

So, by popular demand here it is. This is what I came up with for an “easy” pattern. You can follow the instructions for rows 11-12 for a mock rib brim or just continue with double crochet for a plain edge hat.

Either way, it looks and fits great. You can customize the hat by choosing your own colors. School colors, favorite colors or season colors make it so much better.

I later realized that perhaps using this type of yarn might not have been the best choice. Oh, well live and learn.

Easy Messy Bun Hat

Supplies Needed

Approximately 3 1/2 ounces of Medium weight yarn. I used RedHeart Supersaver Cameo – Color Mirage

Scissors

Yarn needle

Crochet Hook (I used a size I ) for larger heads use a J hook. For children use an H hook

I apologize for this photo. I was having technical issues and just couldn’t get my beautiful photo to upload so I was stuck using this one. Boohoo

If you prefer you can purchase an Ad-Free PDF pattern Here:

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/my-messy-bun-hat-2

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Crochet Super Scarf using Chunky Yarn

By Yolanda on October 28, 2016 in Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Crochet Womens Garments 1

Now you can crochet a super scarf using chunky yarn. I have created this pattern using a Jumbo weight yarn from RedHeart. It is called “Grande” yarn. I chose the “Foggy” color since this could work for most wardrobes as it is a neutral color. Since this super scarf uses this chunky yarn it works up very quickly. I wanted to design a pattern that would be easy enough for beginners to crochet. I hope you like this scarf. I wrapped it around myself several times and it feels so plush and comfy. I want to thank RedHeart Yarns and Boye for sponsoring this project. It was a great opportunity to try the Boye ergonomic hooks and the Red Heart Grande yarn. (photos courtesy of RedHeart Yarns).

Crochet Super Scarf

Super Scarf by Yolanda Soto-Lopez

I usually don’t use Chunky yarns but creating this pattern allowed me to step out of my comfort zone and use a chunky yarn and the Boye ergonomic hooks. I am really pleased with how it came out. I also uploaded a free YouTube video tutorial of this project. On the next page, I had included the free written pattern and a link to the video tutorial for visual learners. Enjoy!

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Autumn is here and it’s Pumpkin Hat time

By Yolanda on September 20, 2016 in Baby Crochet Projects, Crochet Hats, Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Holiday Projects, Kids Crochet 5

Pumpkin hat time is here. It seems everywhere I look traces of Autumn are finally arriving in my neck of the woods. OK, so I live in San Diego, California and there aren’t many signs of the seasons changing. However, stores are now decorated with items that remind us it’s Autumn. Pumpkins are making an appearance in windows and advertisements. Halloween is just around the corner. Pumpkin spice lattes are brewing and I am crocheting pumpkin hats.

I decided to design a pumpkin hat that can be worn by babies to adults. I used medium weight acrylic yarn for my hat. The hat in the photo I used an H hook however by adjusting the hook size the hat can be made for various sizes. Here is a suggestion for hook sizes. Please remember that everyone crochets with a different tension and these are just suggestions. I used a fpdc (front post double crochet) stitch to simulate the ridges on a pumpkin. You can choose any shade of orange and green for your hat. You could even choose a ten or brown color as pumpkins come in a variety of colors.

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Easy to Crochet Flower Headbands

By Yolanda on August 20, 2016 in Baby Crochet Projects, Crochet Hats, Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs 0

Crochet Flower Headbands are so quick and easy to make. I’m aways looking for ways to use up my many partial skeins of yarn. It seems those partially used skeins keep multiplying. I hate to throw them away and sometimes there isn’t enough yarn to make a big or medium sized project. I saw these little stretchy headbands at my local Dollar Tree store. I liked them but they were just too plain. I decided to add some crochet flowers to the headbands to make them a little fancier. Here is what I came up with: Crochet Flower Headbands.

You can also just make the flowers and add them as embellishments on hats, scarfs, etc. I have included the link for a free video tutorial on the last page of this post for visual learners.

Crochet Flower Headband

Supplies needed for your Crochet Flower Headbands:

Stretchy headbands (purchase at store near you)

Small amount of yarn (approx. 3 oz.) of your favorite color. You will need a minimum of 2 colors. One for center and one for petals

scissors

yarn needle

stitch marker (optional)

Crochet Hook J/10 6.0m (for middle flower)

crochet hook H/ 5.0mm (for 2 side flowers)

The above flower cluster is made with 3 flowers. One large one in the center and 2 small ones on the side.

To begin Crochet Flower Headbands:

(with contrasting color) Magic circle, (leave a long tail to sew flower onto headband) ch 1, 6 sc into circle, pull shut

Round 1: (Working in front loop only) sl st into 1st sc, (to close circle), sl st into next sc, *[ch 2, 3dc, ch 2, sl st into next st]* all in same stitch. Petal made. Rep from * to * until you have completed 5 petals, sl st into same st.

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List of Crochet and Knitting Resources

By Yolanda on July 7, 2016 in Craft Tools, crochet equipment, knitting equipment, Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Knitting 2

List of Crochet and Knitting Resources

Finding crochet and knitting resources doesn’t have to be difficult. There are many great places you can turn to for help. When you have a question or are in doubt about a stitch, technique or other tips help can be as easy as a mouse click away. There are of course many paid resources and free resources. Which you choose will depend on the scope of help you need and of course your budget.

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Here is a list of some Crochet and Knitting Resources:

Craft Yarn Council – This is one of my go to sites when I am searching for information. They are a great resources for information on anything to do with yarn. Weights, standards, stitch abbreviations. Their site is well laid out and easy to navigate.

Crochet Guild of America – The Crochet Guild of America. This Guild was established in 1974. This guild charges a low yearly membership and the membership also includes a subscriber to Crochet Magazine. The Guild has 2 major conferences each year. This is a great place to take some in-person classes from qualified instructors. They also sponsor a yearly design competition. If there isn’t a local chapter near you that would be a great opportunity for you to start your own local chapter.

The Knitting Guild Association – Just like the Guild for Crocheters there is a Guild for Knitters. The membership to this Guild also includes a membership for their Cast On magazine. Belonging to a Guild is a great way to build friendships and grow your skills.

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Supplies needed for your Crochet Flower Headbands:

To begin Crochet Flower Headbands:

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