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Help! I need you to participate in our annual Hat & Scarf Drive

By Yolanda on September 29, 2015 in Crochet Hats, Crochet Projects, Holiday Projects 16

I am writing this post to ask for help. That’s right, I can’t do it alone. For over a decade now my husband and I have been supporting the Lily of the Valley orphanages in Mexico. There are 3 total (so far). 1 is located in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico and 2 others are located in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico. Each Christmas I like to coordinate a Hat and scarf drive for the children of the orphanages. This is a chance for children to receive a new hat and scarf set made with love. This year once again I am running the drive. We are in need of hats and scarfs for both sexes and for ages Infant to 18 years of age.
You can make any style of hat. It can be crochet, knit, loom, or sewn. Our goal is to receive 800 sets. This will ensure that each child will receive a set. I would also like to request baby blankets (approximately 33 x 35 inches) or lap afghans for the younger children. Many people seem surprised to learn that Mexico has some very cold regions. Not every part is tropical. I hope you will consider participating.

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Crochet Cape / wrap

By Yolanda on July 20, 2015 in Crochet Projects, Crochet Womens Garments 2

Crochet Capelet / Wrap

Learn to crochet this Cape

Summer is here and in full swing. It seems like we’ve had a very warm summer here in San Diego and are suffering from humidity. Arggh, yes I know to some that is a normal part of warm weather but not here. We finally got some rain which we desperately needed since we have been in a sever drought for several years now. The bad part is that these rains brought humidity which doesn’t usually happen.

I’ve been looking for projects to work on that aren’t too heavy or warm. Here is a capelet I designed a few years ago. I used an acrylic blend but of course you can use a cotton yarn for comfort. It is something that you can wear just to cover your arms or on an evening when it’s not too cool. The written pattern can be purchased at my Ravelry store. Just click here: Capelet Pattern

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It’s Hat Monday! Well, it’s a Headband but I think you’ll like it

By Yolanda on April 27, 2015 in Uncategorized 6

Ok, so it’s not exactly a hat but I think it qualifies for Hat Monday since it’s worn on your head. (Did you see how I snuck this in?)

This headband is so fun and easy to make. You will be using medium weight yarn and a size J/10 6.00 mm crochet hook. What I love about this headband is that it’s a great way to use up your scraps and it’s a beginner level project. If you can chain, half double crochet, double crochet and sew a simple seam you can make this. I think making these in your favorite team colors is a great alternative to a hat.. and no more hat head : )

If you would like to purchase the written pattern (English only) It is available here at my Ravelry store.

As always the YouTube Video tutorial is free and you can click Here to view it.

I hope you enjoy today’s Hat Monday project. Happy Crocheting! Yolanda

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Easy to Crochet Headband

By Yolanda on July 2, 2013 in Crochet Hats, Crochet Projects

This Crochet Headband is fast and easy to craft. You can choose colors to match your own wardrobe. Just by changing your hook size and the number of rows you add you can adjust the size of your headband. A headband is also another way that I use up yarn scraps. As you all know, I hate throwing away partially used yarn skeins. I also like to keep a little basket full of different types of flowers. Making a headband allows me to use up these scraps of yarn and at the same time make something useful. By adding different types of embellishment a plain headband can be dressed up. You can use roses, or another of type of flower.

Supplies:

Medium weight yarn in your choice of color.

Hook: I/9 5.5 mm

scissors

yarn needle

To begin: Ch 10

Row 1: 1hdc in ea st beginning in 2^nd ch from hook

Row 2 – 5: ch 1, hdc in same st, 1 hdc in ea st

Row 6-10: Ch 3, dc in same st, dc in ea st

Row 11-20: Ch 3, DC in same st, 1 dc in ea st to end, last dc into 3^rd ch of turning ch

(For children only: 11-18 rows of the above row)

Row 21- 25: ch 3, dc2tog, dc in ea st, last dc in 3^rd ch of training chains

(For children only: 19-23 of the above row)

Row 26: ch 1, hdc in same st, 1 hdc in ea st

Row 27-29: ch 1, hdc in same st in next 3 st, ch 1, skip 1 st, 1hdc in ea remaining st

Row 30: Ch 1, 1hdc in ea st, fasten off

Flowers are optional. Choose from a list from my playlist :

http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL63E7C80712D86E76

If you prefer a video tutorial click on the link below;

If you want to add a Rose please check out this post: https://allcraftschannel.com/2014/01/how-to-crochet-a-rose.html

How to put in a lining for your Crochet Bag

By Yolanda on April 17, 2013 in Craft Tools, crochet equipment, knitting equipment, Home Decor, Sewing Projects

Lined Crochet Bag

Learn how to sew a Lining to your Crochet Bag

In this post I will show you how to sew a Lining to your crochet bag. Follow these steps to line your bag. You will need about 1 1/2 yards of fabric. Please note, this lining fabric will show thru your granny squares so be sure to get a color you like and that coordinates with your bag colors. For best results please block your Granny Squares BEFORE sewing on the lining.

You can purchase your fabric at your local fabric store. I purchased my white fabric at Joann Craft and Fabric Store. Hobby Lobby also have a a nice selection of fabrics.

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Learn to crochet this Cape

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Learn how to sew a Lining to your Crochet Bag