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Crochet Olympic Snowboarder Inspired Hat – Beginner Level

By Yolanda on February 15, 2018 in Crochet Hats, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Crochet Womens Garments, Learn to crochet 0

The Winter Games are here and now I wanted to share my version of an Crochet Olympic Snowboarder Inspired Hat. The hat that is getting all the attention at the winter games was worn by Olympic Snowboarder Chloe Kim. Not only did she win Gold for the USA but she looked great doing it. She was sporting a really cute Knit hat which used chunky yarn. The brim was folded over and it had a nice USA patch on it. I still have not been able to find the exact red USA patch but I’m still working on it. I wanted to make a crochet version of her hat.

The hat is really easy to make and it is a beginner level project. I used a weight 5 yarn (Patons Classic Wool Bulky) but you can use any Bulky weight (weight 5) yarn you like. This is some yarn I had available and I liked the color. The hat worn by the Olympic Snowboarder Chloe Kim is a much lighter color. The color I used is a little darker but of course you can make your hat whichever color you prefer.

This Crochet Olympic Snowboarder Inspired Hat is so easy to make because it is worked as a flat panel. Once your panel is the desired size then you seam the sides and gather up the top. It’s so fast and easy you can make it in less than a couple of hours (most people). The bulky yarn and large crochet hook make quick work of this hat.

Crochet Olympic Snowboarder Inspired Hat

Yesterday I also uploaded a free YouTube video tutorial on this hat. In the video I shared some suggestions for different sizes. Click on the video to watch it now:

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Measuring Tape

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Crochet Apache Tears Hat the easy way

By Yolanda on November 7, 2017 in Crochet Hats, Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Learn to crochet 10

Crochet Apache Tears Hat the easy way. When I first saw the Apache Tears pattern many years ago I fell in love with it. My YouTube video tutorial for the Apache Tears pattern has been a viewer favorite. With so many crochet and knitting projecting it seems I always have tons of half-used yarn skeins. If you’ve been following my posts of videos for any time you will know how much I hate to waste yarn and God forbid throw away partial skeins.

While looking thru my stash I found some colors that I felt would make a nice colorway. I choose shades of teal, mint, blue/greens and white. This pattern looks best when using several colors. You can make the hat all in a solid color but that doesn’t really seem to do the stitch pattern justice. With the cold weather soon upon us I wanted to make a hat using that same great Crochet Apache Tears pattern.

Crochet Hat with Apache Tears Stitch Design

For the Crochet Apache Tears hat you will need 5 colors of medium weight yarn. I used small amounts and it was probably only a couple ounces of each color. This hat is for a 19-24 inch head circumference since it does stretch. If you want to make it for a child I suggest using a smaller hook size perhaps a size H (5.0mm) hook. The rest of the instructions would remain the same.

For those who prefer a video tutorial, I have posted the links to my free YouTube videos on the last page of this post.

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Easy Crochet Ribbed Hat – A beginner level Crochet Hat

By Yolanda on November 1, 2017 in Crochet Hats, Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Kids Crochet, Learn to crochet 1

An Easy Crochet Ribbed hat was on my list of projects. With the weather finally turning a little chilly this month I have decided to write up a super easy crochet rib hat pattern. I wanted it to be able to be easy enough for even beginners to crochet. The hat is made in a flat panel so there is no need to know how to crochet in the round. This one is probably one of the easiest and pretty crochet rib hats.

You can choose whatever type of yarn you want. I used acrylic since I plan to give many of these hats to charity and as we all know not everyone has the time to hand wash.. lay flat to dry, etc. Acrylic is so forgiving and easy to maintain. I also like that there are so many colors available that you can find a color to suit just about anyone.

Easy Crochet Ribbed Hat

You can adjust the length by just changing the number of beginning chains. If you don’t want the brim (folded edge) to be so wide just start with fewer chains. On the other hand, if you plan to wear it as a slouchy and want it longer just begin with more chains.

Supplies needed:

4 oz. of Medium weight yarn

J crochet hook (6.0mm)

scissors

yarn needle

measuring tape

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Easy to Crochet Granny Square Top

By Yolanda on July 13, 2017 in Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Crochet Womens Garments, Learn to crochet 0

I was looking for an easy to crochet granny square top. I like to go to the pool or beach but I’m a bit modest. I wanted to have a top that I could use as a cover-up. I wanted to make something quick and easy enough for beginners. The granny square is one of the first patterns that crocheters learn to make. This is a super easy and quick project plus it looks great. This easy to crochet granny square top fits most women sizes. You can always adjust the size of the top by either using a smaller hook or changing the number of rounds of your granny squares. If you are making this for a child I would use a G size hook.

Easy to Crochet Granny Square top

Supplies:

2 Granny squares with 8 rounds each.

2 Granny squares with 3 rounds each.

3 Skeins of Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn from Redheart.com

J /10 Crochet Hook ( 6mm)

Scissors

Yarn Needle

To Begin: You will need to crochet 2 granny squares with 8 rounds each. You will need to crochet 2 granny squares with 3 rounds each. The two larger granny squares will be used for the front and back of the top. The two smaller squares will be the sides (underarm) of the top.

You will need to join your squares. You can join with a yarn needle or by joining with a crochet slip stitch. I joined my squares with a yarn needle using the same matching yarn. It is easier if you sew in your tails as you work. I hate sewing in tails but this makes it so much easier.

Step 1: Making sure right sides are facing up. Take one of the large granny squares and sew a small square to each lower corner of the square. I joined with a simple whip stitch using a yarn needle.

Step 2: Now flip your piece over so that the wrong sides are facing up. Now place your second large granny square on top of the other square. Making sure that wrong sides are facing each other. Now sew the free sides of the small granny squares to the lower half of the remaining large granny square.

Step 3: Attach your yarn along top edge of your work, (The bottom edge is the one with the small granny squares). You will work 2 rows of single crochet along the top edge. Work 2 single crochet in the underarm corners and work 3 single crochet into the top corners of the large granny squares. Fasten off and sew in tails.

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Learn to Crochet Hexagon with Circle Center

By Yolanda on March 22, 2017 in Crochet Projects, Crochet Stitches and Crochet Motifs, Learn to crochet 0

In today’s post you will learn to crochet a Hexagon with circle center. Learning new patterns or stitches is fun but sometimes can be frustrating. This little hexagon is so easy to crochet and so cute. It can be used for many projects. I used a medium weight yarn and a 6mm hook. You can use any size hook or yarn just be sure the yarn weight is appropriate for the hook you are using and vice versa.

Hexagon shapes give items a unique look. There are many patterns ranging from afghans, scarfs, sweaters and even some animals that use hexagon shapes. I have seen hippos, elephants and turtles using this stitch. The good news is that it is not difficult to make. Here I will show you how. If you are a visual learner I have also filmed and uploaded a free YouTube video for you to watch if you prefer.

Hexagon with circle center

Supplies:

Yarn

Crochet Hook

Yarn needle to sew in tail

Scissors

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