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Crochet Pattern: Ribbon Flower

Emilee — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:18:47 +0000

I am already missing spring. I can’t wait to see all my fall bulbs start to come alive with spring flowers and bring back a rainbow of color to our rather gray yard. This week I decided to try something different and use ribbon instead of yarn. I had so much fun with this project. I think this flower would look sweet on a headband, dress, coat, or as a stylish bow on a handmade gift. One thing I learned while making this project was to be sure the ribbon you use is similar on both the right and wrong sides.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 3″ (8 cm) long, 3″ (8 cm) wide

Materials:
3/8″ pink ribbon (3 yards)
3/8″ green ribbon (3 yards)
Crochet Hook H (5 mm)

Gauge:
Round 1 in pattern measures 1 1/4” (3 cm) in diameter.

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Crochet Pattern: Ribbon Flower

Round 1: with pink, ch 6, sl st in first chain made to form a ring, ch 3, 8 dc into ring, sl st in top of beginning ch-3, finish off: 8 dc

Round 2: with green, sl st to join into a pink dc, (ch 8, sl st into next dc) 8 times, finish off: 8 sl st

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Crochet Pattern: Cabled Mini Bag

Candace — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:33:32 +0000

While I’m a huge fan of the big tote bag that holds my yarn, patterns, notebooks, wallet, and everything else I can cram in there, sometimes the occasion calls for something smaller. This little evening bag has cables that snake their way up the front and a small flap that just covers the top without covering the cables.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 8″ (20.5 cm) wide, 6″ (15 cm) tall

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (100 yards)
Crochet Hook H (5.0 mm)
Fastener
Purse strap

Gauge:
10 hdc = 3’’ (7.5 cm)
8 rows = 3’’ (7.5 cm)

Special Instructions:
BCDCC (Back Cross Double Crochet Cable): Sk 2 sts, FPdc in next 2 sts, working behind the FPdcs, BPdc in skipped sts

FCDCC (Front Cross Double Crochet Cable): Sk 2 sts, BPdc in next 2 sts, working in front of the BPdcs, FPdc in skipped sts,

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Crochet Pattern: Cabled Mini Bag
Round 1: Ch 31, sc in back loops only of 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, sc in front loops only of each ch, sl st in turning ch: 60 sc
Round 2: Ch 2, hdc in first 4 sc, (BCDCC, hdc in next 5 sc) 2 times, FCDCC, hdc in next 34 sc, sl st in beg ch-2: 60 sts
Round 3: Ch 2, hdc in first 4 hdc, BCDCC, hdc in next 3 hdc, BCDCC, FCDCC, hdc in next 3 hdc, FCDCC, hdc in next 34 hdc, sl st in top of beg ch-2: 60 sts
Rounds 4 – 6: Ch 2, hdc in first 4 hdc, BCDCC, hdc in next 3 hdc, fpdc in next 2 dc, bpdc in next 4 dc, fpdc in next 2 dc, hdc in next 3 hdc, FCDCC, hdc in next 34 hdc, sl st in top of beg ch-2: 60 sts
Round 7: Ch 2, hdc in first 4 hdc, BCDCC, hdc in next 3 hdc, FCDCC, BCDCC, hdc in next 3 hdc, FCDCC, hdc in next 34 hdc, sl st in top of beg ch-2: 60 sts
Round 8: Ch 2, hdc in first 2 hdc, (BCDCC, hdc in next 5 hdc) 2 times, FCDCC, hdc in next 34 hdc, sl st in top of beg ch-2: 60 sts
Rounds 9-14: Repeat rounds 3-8
Round 15: Ch 2, hdc in each st around, sl st in top of beg ch-2: 60 hdc
Finish off.

Flap:
Row 1: Attach yarn to 31st hdc, ch 2, hdc in next 30 hdc: 30 hdc
Rows 2-3: Ch 2, turn, hdc in each hdc across: 30 hdc

Finish off.

Add fastener and strap.

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Crochet Pattern: Business Card Holder

Emilee — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:35:40 +0000

I find myself traveling to business fairs and expos quite frequently throughout the year. I’ve been looking for a business card holder to hold my cards and one to hold the cards I pick up from fellow business people. My problem in the past has been when I get a card from someone I slide it in my purse and it gets mixed in with my own business cards. When someone asks for my card I’m embarrassed as I fumble through twenty from other people. So, I decided to make my own holder, one for me and one in a contrasting color for those cards I acquire.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 4 1/2″ (11 cm) long and 2 1/2″ (6 cm) wide

Materials:
Turquoise Medium Worsted Weight Yarn (approximately 50 yards)
Crochet Hook H (5 mm)
Sewing Needle
Sewing Thread
1 Buttons (1/2″ in diameter)

Gauge:
3 sc stitches = 1 inch
3 sc rows = 1 inch

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Crochet Pattern: Business Card Holder
Row 1: Ch 14, sc in second ch from hook and in each sc across. 13 sc

Row 2-15: ch 2, sc in each sc across.

Finish off.

Finishing
Fold crocheted square in half and sl st both the left sides together and finish off. Then, sl st the right sides of the business card holder together. Finish off and weave in ends.

Loop and Button Closure
Now, on the top-back of the business card holder, sl st yarn into the 6th ch and then ch 7. Now attach the chain with a sl st into the 7th ch. Finish off. Using a needle and thread sew a button on the front.

Fill with your business cards and you’re finished!

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Crochet Pattern: Button Cuff Bracelet

A Guest Writer — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:00:24 +0000

A Guest Post by Karen Vaughn.

I get easily distracted, especially when it comes to crocheting. This pattern came to me in 30 minutes which just happens to be the length of time for my evening news broadcast. I used brown yarn because it was closest at hand and I had this wonderful wooden button just hanging out in the pocket of my hoodie. Buttons tend to hang out in my pockets a lot! Enjoy!

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 8″ long (there is some overlap; this fit my 7.5 inch wrist)

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (small amount)
(Yarn used in photo: I Love This Yarn in Brown)
Crochet Hook F (3.75 mm)
1 – 1.5 inch shankless button
Embroidery Needle

Gauge: not important

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Crochet Pattern: Button Cuff Bracelet
Row 1: ch 10, sc in second chain from hook and in each chain across: 9 sc
Row 2: ch 1, turn, working in back loops only, sc in each sc across: 9 sc
Row 3: ch 1, turn, working in front loops only, sc in each sc across: 9 sc
Repeat rows 2 and 3 until the cuff ends overlap by approximately 1/2 inch when wrapped around your wrist. Do not finish off, continue with button hole.

Button Hole:
Row 4: ch 1, turn, sc in first sc, chain 7, skip 7 sc, sc in last sc: 2 sc, 7 ch
Row 5: ch 1, turn, sc in each st across: 9 sc
Finish off. Attach the button to the opposite end of the cuff. Wear and enjoy!

Karen is a stay-at-home mom with 4 children, 2 dogs, and a wonderful husband that puts up with her crafting and his lack of space in the closet. And buttons really do tend to hang out in her pockets.

Crochet Pattern: Amigurumi Octopus Holder

Candace — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:28:08 +0000

No, it doesn’t hold your amigurumi octopus. It’s a spiral-constructed amigurumi octopus that holds your stuff.

I love doing my nails, and having something small to stuff a few manicures’ worth of cotton balls in is a lot more convenient and cute than letting them hang loose in my bag of supplies. You can stuff yours with tissues, larger beads, or anything else that will fit or you can stuff it with fiberfill and draw the hole closed for a plain old amigurumi.

Skill Level:

Finished Size:
Body: 3 1/4″ (8.5 cm) diameter
Tentacles: 5 1/2″ (14 cm) long

Materials:
Bulky Weight Yarn (40 yards)
Stitch Marker (or scrap of contrasting yarn)
Crochet Hook H (5.00 mm)

Gauge:
Rounds 1-4 measure 2 1/4″ (5.5 cm) in diameter

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Crochet Pattern: Amigurumi Octopus Holder

Body:
Round 1: Make an adjustable ring, 8 sc into ring, place marker: 8 sc
Round 2: 2 sc into each sc around: 16 sc
Round 3: (sc into next sc, 2 sc in next sc) 8 times: 24 sc
Rounds 4 – 9: sc in each sc around: 24 sc
Round 10: (sc in next sc, sc2tog) 8 times: 16 sc
Round 11: sc2tog 8 times, sl st in first sc2tog: 8 sc
Finish off.

Tentacles:
Row 1: Ch 13, 2 sc in 2nd ch from hook and each rem ch: 24 sc
Finish off. Sew tentacles to body. If desired, embroider face on octopus.

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Crochet Pattern: Valentine Envelope

Emilee — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:46:49 +0000

Valentine’s Day is soon approaching so, it’s high time to start creating a few projects with this holiday in mind! This week’s project is perfect for winter evenings by the fire, as you think of doing something special for those you love. It is very quick and simple to crochet! It’s also a great project for those who are new to using fingering yarn. Finish it off by making a tiny card to tuck inside for someone special in your life. If you mail Valentine’s to loved ones, this project would be the perfect addition and a sweet handmade surprise for the recipient.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 1 1/2″ (4 cm) long, 1 1/2″ (4 cm) wide

Materials:
White Fingering Yarn (approximately 3 yards)
Red Fingering Yarn (approximately 1 yard)
Crochet Hook 7 (1.50 mm)
Red Thread
Needle
Scissors

Gauge:
4 sc stitches = 1/2″ (1 cm)
4 sc rows = 1/2″ (1 cm)

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Crochet Pattern: Valentine Envelope

Row 1: Ch 17, sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across: 16 sc

Row 2-17: ch 2, turn, sc in each sc across

Finish off.

Finishing
With red yarn, sc around the entire perimeter of the square. Then fold three corners to the center of the square, creating an envelope. Use needle and thread to stitch each seam together.

Add a love note and you’re finished!

If you need help, feel free to ask a question and I’ll respond as soon as possible! Have fun and happy crocheting!

Crochet Pattern: Bordered Bib

Candace — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 15:51:30 +0000

Babies sure are cute, but they’re also messy and unpredictable, so it’s good to have a sizable collection of bibs on hand. This bordered bib will catch your baby’s food and protects clothes– maybe even that sweater you crocheted.

The raised post stitches and simple decreases make this a good pattern for beginners who want to branch out.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 8″ (20.5 cm) wide bottom, 6″ (15 cm) wide top, 7 3/4″ (19.5 cm) tall

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (40 yards)
Crochet Hook G (4.00 mm)

Gauge:
11 dc = 3’’ (7.5 cm)
7 rows = 3’’ (7.5 cm)

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Crochet Pattern: Bordered Bib
Row 1: ch 31, sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn: 30 sc
Row 2: ch 3, bpdc in first 2 sc, dc in each sc across until 2 sc remain, bpdc in last 2 sc, turn: 30 dc
Row 3: ch 3, fpdc in first 2 sts, dc in each dc across until 2 sts remain, fpdc in last 2 sts, turn: 30 dc
Row 4: ch 3, bpdc in first 2 sts, dc in each dc across until 2 sts remain, bpdc in last 2 sts, turn: 30 dc
Repeat rows 3 – 4, 4 more times. Then repeat row 3, 1 more time.
Row 5: ch 3, bpdc in first 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in each dc across until 4 dc remain, dc2tog, bpdc in last 2 sts, turn: 28 dc
Row 6: ch 3, fpdc in first 2 sts, dc2tog, dc in each dc across until 4 dc remain, dc2tog, fpdc in last 2 sts, turn: 26 dc
Repeat row 5.
Row 7: ch 3, fpdc in first 2 sts, dc in next 2 dc, dc2tog, dc in each dc across until 6 dc remain, dc2tog, dc in next 2 dc, fpdc in last 2 remain, turn: 22dc
Row 8: ch 3, bpdc in first 2 sts, fpdc in next 2 dc, fpdc2tog, fpdc across until 6 dc remain, fpdc2tog, fpdc in next 2 dc, bpdc in last 2 sts: 20 dc
Finish off.

For the ties, make two 40-stitch chains. Attach the ties to the bib.

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Crochet Pattern: Prospector’s Change Purse

Emilee — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:35:43 +0000

My daughter and I both love purses. It seems from dawn to dark my little lady has some kind of handmade purse on with all her goodies inside. So, she keeps me busy repairing and making her a new purse just about once a month. We have lots of fun designing them together and she is quite honest about how she thinks they should look. So, this week’s pattern is inspired by the leather pouches prospectors stored their gold in. So our little pennies might not be gold, but it’s fun for little ones to pretend. This purse can also be modified to look like a teddy bear.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 4 1/2″ (11 cm) long and 3 1/2″ (9 cm) wide

Materials:
Light Tan Medium Worsted Weight Yarn (approximately 50 yards)
Dark Tan Medium Worsted Weight Yarn (approximately 10 yards)
Crochet Hook H (5 mm)
Sewing Needle
Sewing Thread
1 Buttons (1/2″ in diameter)

Gauge:
Round 1 in pattern measures 1/2” (1 cm) in diameter.

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Crochet Pattern: Prospector’s Change Purse (Make 2)
Note: if you find it difficult to see where one round ends and the next begins, feel free to place a stitch marker (or scarp of contrasting yarn) at the end of each round.

Round 1: with light tan, ch 3, sl st in first chain made to form a ring, ch 1, 10 sc in ring, sl st in top of beginning ch-1:10 sc
 
Round 2-3: ch 1, 2 sc in each sc around, sl st in top of beginning ch-1 

Round 4: ch 3, 6 tr in next sc, sc in next 5 sc across, 6 tr in next sc, sl st in next sc, finish off.

Assembly
Place wrong sides together. Sl st the perimeter of the purse to join the two pieces. I recommend joining at least ½ of each lobe of the purse to keep it looking neat.

Closure
Row 1: with dark tan, on the back of the purse join at the right-inside lobe with a sl st and sc in each of the 5 sc across: 5 sc

Row 2: ch 2, turn, dc in each sc across: 5 dc

Row 3: ch 1, turn, sc in each sc across: 5 sc

Row 4: Repeat row 2, and finish off.

Finishing
Using needle and thread sew a button between the two lobes on the front of the purse.

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Crochet Pattern: Wrist Cuffs

Emilee — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 18:18:43 +0000

These wrist cuffs coordinate with my Chic and Simple Neckwarmer pattern. They are really fast to crochet and it’s a great project for beginners. I love using boucle yarn because it is not only soft but it also disguises the stitches, making the end result look like faux fur. If you have matching vintage buttons around they can add a lot of punch to this project making it as elegant or downplayed as you like. If you need the wrist cuffs to be slightly larger, simply add to the beginning chain and lay it over your wrist and adjust accordingly. Have fun!

Skill Level:

Finished Size (unbuttoned): 10″ (25 cm) long and 2 1/2″ (6 cm) wide

Materials:
Medium Weight Boucle Yarn (approximately 50 yards)
Crochet Hook H (5 mm)
Sewing Needle
Sewing Thread
2 Buttons (1″ in diameter)

Gauge:
3 dc = 1” (3 cm)
1 row = 1″ (3 cm)

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Crochet Pattern: Wrist Cuffs (Make 2)
Row 1: ch 30, dc in fourth ch from hook (beginning ch 3 counts as 1 dc now and throughout) and in each ch across: 27 dc
Row 2-3: ch 3, turn, dc in each dc across: 27 dc
Once you have completed 3 rows, finish off and weave in loose ends.

Finishing
It’s now time to sew on your button. Button placement is on the center row and 2 double crochet stitches from the outside edge of the cuff. Use the spaces between the double crochet stitches on the opposite end of the cuff for the button hole.

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Crochet Pattern: Cup Corset

Candace — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:08:29 +0000

Personalize your morning coffee with a stylish handmade cozy instead of using a generic paper sleeve.

Corsets are fun and fashionable, and putting one on your cup will make a statement.

Post stitches make up the “boning” while the ribbon can be swapped out and adjusted to fit your mood and your cup.

Skill Level:

Finished Size: 6″ (15 cm) wide, 2 1/2″ (6.5 cm) tall

Materials:
Medium Weight Yarn (45 yards)
Crochet Hook H (5.0 mm)
1/8″ (3 mm) Wide Ribbon (3 feet)

Gauge:
7 sc = 2″ (5 cm)
8 rows = 2 1/2″ (6.5 cm)

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Crochet Pattern: Cup Corset
Row 1: Ch 20, sc in second ch from hook and in each ch across: 19 sc
Row 2: Ch 3, turn, dc in first sc, bpdc in next sc, (fpdc in next sc, bpdc in next sc) until 1 sc remains, dc in last sc: 19 dc
Row 3: Ch 3, turn, dc in first dc, fpdc in next st, (bpdc in next st, fpdc in next st) until 1 dc remains, dc in last dc: 19 dc
Row 4: Ch 3, turn, dc in first dc, bpdc in next st, (fpdc in next st, bpdc in next st) until 1 dc remains, dc in last dc: 19 dc
Repeat Rows 3 and 4, 2 more times.
Finish off.

Using photo as a guide, lace the ribbon through the edge stitches.

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