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Mini Crochet Shoulder Bag – Crochet Pattern

November 6, 2020 by Bethany 4 Comments

This mini crochet shoulder bag is just the right size for your phone and all your little essentials. Perfect to pair with leggings or pants with no pockets! The gorgeous stitch texture is easy to achieve. Make one in buffalo plaid or in a solid color.
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Well it’s taken me a bit longer to get back into my pre-pregnancy pants. Maybe it’s because breastfeeding didn’t work out as well as I had hoped, or thE fact I am nearing clinical “advanced” maternal age 😂 but I have been in leggings for about a year, I am not sure if I am going back anytime soon.

It’s a world of comfort, but no dang pockets!

Once again, crochet to the rescue.

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I am actually pleased as punch that chain purse straps are coming back. It turned out pretty cute. I wonder if a string of ribbon through the chain would be cute as well.

Of course this pattern is for Plaid Week, but I worked one up in a solid color and I adore it. Isn’t that texture wonderful?

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CROCHET SHOULDER BAG CROCHET PATTERN

What you need:
– 5.5mm Hook
– Dishie Yarn: 1 skein each of Black, Pomegranate and Fiesta Red
or 1 skein Swan
– Darning Needle
– Purse Strap (look in your local craft shop)
– 2 D rings/Large Jump Ring/Chain Link
OR
– about 48″ of chain (look in the jewelry aisle)
– 2 small swivel hooks
– 2 Large Jump Rings

Abbreviations: US Terms

Ch – Chain
Sc – Single Crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – Stitch

Gauge: Not Important

All the PLAID WEEK patterns are inside the Endless Bundle!
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Plaid Week patterns can also be purchased individually in my shops!
Where would you like to shop today?

– Whistle and Ivy Shop
– Ravelry
– Etsy

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Happy Plaid Week! I will be back next week with more plaid crochet!

xoxo,

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Flat Plaid Ornament – Crochet Pattern

November 5, 2020 by Bethany 6 Comments


These cute crochet flat plaid ornaments are another way to add plaid to your Christmas tree! Use different hook sizes and yarn weights to create different sizes and textures. These would be perfect for neighbor gifts this year!
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Welcome back to PLAID WEEK 2O2O! Todays pattern is a holiday stash buster, flat plaid ornaments!

I am so happy I got the shaping to work on these cute ornaments!
They are a lot of fun to make, they can be made with any hook and any yarn in plaid colors.
I used Heartland for the one on the left, Shine Worsted for the middle, and City Tweed HW for the last one. It’s fun to try out different colors and yarns.

These plaid ornaments could also make quick and easy neighbor gifts this year, pair with some spicy baked goods and you will be golden (except, can we give out home baked goods this year? Hm… 🤔 #covid2020)


CROCHET FLAT PLAID ORNAMENT – CROCHET PATTERN

What you need:
– Size 4mm Hook
– Various yarns from your stash in plaid colors (black, red, wine OR Black, white, gray)

Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch –chain
Sc –single crochet
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Sl st –Slip Stitch
St – stitch

Gauge: not important, mix up your yarns and hooks get different textures and sizes for your ornaments

All the PLAID WEEK patterns are inside the Endless Bundle!
What is the ENDLESS BUNDLE? It’s the ever-growing pattern bundle membership full of modern crochet patterns, videos, courses and crochet graphics! I add new content every month!

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This pattern is great for stash busting. Each ornament only uses a few yards of each color so you can use scraps from your stash to make them.
I think this tweed one is my favorite!

Aren’t interested in having access to hundred of patterns, videos, courses and graphics?
You can get the single pattern in my shops!
Where would you like to shop today?

– W&I Shop
– Ravelry
– Etsy

What do you think? Too early for Christmas and Holiday projects?


More crochet plaid awesomeness coming up tomorrow! See you soon!

xoxo,

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Plaid Crochet Tartan Pumpkin – Crochet Pattern

November 4, 2020 by Bethany 4 Comments

These crochet tartan pumpkins add the perfect touch of rustic to your fall or thanksgiving home decor. The finished crochet plaid pumpkins look intricate but the color work and texture are easier than you think! You will love displaying them from the beginning of October for Halloween all the way to the end of November for Thanksgiving!
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Plaid pumpkins have been on my list for a long time! For Plaid Week this I decided to make it happen.
I really liked the idea of using my tartan plaid color work for these. It feels a bit more versatile to me. They really would work beautifully from October all the way until you get out your holiday decor after Thanksgiving!

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They turned out quite lovely and I especially love the orange spice colored pumpkin. Admittedly, I started with just the gray and black pumpkins, thinking they would be the only color way I would make. I decided a pumpkin spice colored one would be cute too, so I ordered some more yarn. Now that they are finished, I actually think the orange one is my favorite!

I wanted them to have a rustic feel, so I used a tweed wool yarn and I really love the finished look. Switching up the yarns would really change the look! I am excited to see what you come up with when you make yours.


CROCHET TARTAN PUMPKIN – CROCHET PATTERN

What you need:
– size 7 hook (4.5mm)
– Wool of Andes (1 ball each of Maple Heather, Sarsaparilla, Picket Fence Heather
OR
– Wool of Andes (1 ball each of Flagstone Heather, Wellies Heather, I used Oyster Heather because I had it on hand, but I think Down Heather would be a better choice for the light color ) 
– Polyfil
– Glue Gun
– Small sticks for stems
– Small stones or weights

Abbreviations: US Terms
Foundation SC
Ch –chain
Sc –single crochet
Dc –Double Crochet
Sl st –Slip Stitch
FPDC – Front Post Doube Crochet
St – stitch

Gauge: not important, just make sure your stitches are tight enough that you can’t see the stuffing between them.

PLAID WEEK is inside the Endless Bundle!
What is the ENDLESS BUNDLE? It’s the ever-growing crochet pattern bundle membership full of modern crochet patterns, videos, courses and crochet graphics! I add new content every month!

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If you love this crochet pumpkin pattern pattern and aren’t interested in having access to hundred of patterns, videos, courses and graphics, you can get the single pattern in my shops!

– W&I Shop
– Ravelry
– Etsy

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More crochet plaid awesomeness coming up tomorrow! See you soon!

xoxo,

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BABY CROCHET CANDY CORN HAT – FREE CROCHET PATTERN

October 22, 2020 by Bethany 6 Comments

This darling baby crochet candy corn hat is a festive crochet baby hat, it’s perfect for fall and Halloween! The earflaps looks just like candy corn! This hat is make with luscious Mighty Stitch, a soft super wash wool and acrylic blend you can get at Wecrochet. The post is provided by WeCrochet, an online yarn shop just for crocheters. Find your next favorite yarn!
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When I organized my stash a little while ago, I found a few long-forgotten projects. It was kind of fun to see some of the things I created long time ago.
One of them was this cute crochet candy corn hat.

To be brutally honest, I tucked it away because I wasn’t sure if it was a win or fail.
I showed it to my husband. Maybe it’s his blind support of everything I do, but he told me it was cute and to send out into the world!

crochet pattern for candy corn baby hat

To be totally fair, I have a track record of being a bit off the mark. My Moon Cycle mobile totally looks like Oreos (whoops), and I almost didn’t even release my Plaid Moose Lovey because I wasn’t sure if it was cute enough (that pattern is my best seller!).

So hopefully you think this whimsical hat is cute for baby on Halloween! 😆
I made this hat with luscious Mighty Stitch, a soft, squishy acrylic and super wash wool blend.

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BABY CROCHET CANDY CORN HAT – FREE CROCHET PATTERN

What you need:
– 5.5 mm Hook
– Mighty Stitch in Orange, Canary and Cream (1 skein each)

Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – stitch

Gauge: (see gauge check point)

The written pattern below is FREE in-text! If you would like an ad-free PDF  The PDF download pattern is also formatted for easy crocheting on-the-go or for easy printing, it doesn’t include ads or comments. The pattern download includes 3 sizes: 0-3 months, 3-6 months and 6-12 months.

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Notes: Ch 2 does not count as a stitch. Make sure you work the first st of each round in the same st as the chain. Always join with the first dc, not the chain.

6-12 month hat


(approx. 17″ circumference)
Begin with magic ring using Cream. 
1. Ch 2. Work 10 dc into ring. Join with first st with a sl st. (10 sts)
2. Ch 2. Work 2 dc in each st around. Join. (20 sts)
3. Ch 2. *Dc in next st. Work 2 dc in next st* work 10 times. Join. (30 sts)
(approx. diameter: 3.25″)
4. Ch 2. *Dc in next 2 sts. Work 2 dc in next st* work 10 times. Join. (40 sts)
5. Ch 2. *Dc in next 3 sts. Work 2 dc in next st* work 10 times. Join. (50 sts)
6. Ch 2. *Dc in next 4 sts. Work 2 dc in next st* work 10 times. Join. (60 sts)
7. – 13. Ch 2. Dc in each st around. Join. (60 sts)
Tie off.

Crochet Candy Corn Ear Flap


(this is a separate piece. Make two)

Begin with cream:
Ch 3.
1. Sc in 2nd ch from hook. Sc in last ch. Turn. (2 sts)
2. Ch 1. Sc in each st. Turn. (2 sts)
3. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (4 sts)
4. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (4 sts)
5. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 2 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (6 sts)
6. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (6 sts)
Join Ornage.
7. Ch 1. Sc in each st. Turn. (6 sts)
8. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 4 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (8 sts)
9. – 10. Sc in each st across. Turn. (8 sts)
11. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 6 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (10 sts)
12. – 13. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (10 sts)
14. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 8 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (12 sts)
15. – 16. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (12 sts)
Join Yellow.
17. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 10 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (14 sts)
18. – 19. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (14 sts)
20. Ch 1. Work 2 sc in same st. Sc in next 12 sts. Work 2 sc in last st. Turn. (16 sts)
21. Ch 1. Sc in each st across. Turn. (16 sts)
22. Ch 1. Sc2tog. Sc in next 12 sts. Sc2tog. (14 sts)
Tie off, leave a long tail.

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Crochet Candy Corn Hat Construction:

Be sure all the ends are weaved in on your candy corn ear flaps. Pin the ear flap in place before you begin. Count 8 stitches to the right of the seam.Line up the flap so only the yellow rows are on the hat, with the rest hanging down.
The candy corn edge should be flush with the 7 st from the seam. Use the tail to sew up the side of the yellow stripe, across the yellow top and down the other side of the yellow stripe.

 Repeat for the other flap , except attached the candy corn flap at 7 sts to the left of the seam.

Once both candy corn ear flaps are in place, you can finish with a pom-pom and tassels.
Need help making and attaching your pom-pom? See how here.

To make your tassels, cut 16 lengths of yarn from chin to arm with Cream. Take 8 of them and pull the ends through the tip of the candy corn flap. Pull so all the ends are equal lengths. Braid them and tie a trim not at the end. Clip the ends.

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Happy crochet season y’all! and Happy Halloween!
Be sure to check out WeCrochet to see all their fabulous yarns and crochet accessories.

xoxo,

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FUR STRIPE SURFACE CROCHET COWL – FREE CROCHET PATTERN

September 30, 2020 by Bethany 2 Comments

This darling crochet surface crochet cowl uses faux fur yarn to create a unique patterned trim! Perfect for fall and winter, this crochet cowl is sure to keep your chin and neck cozy and warm. This pattern is brought to you by WeCrochet, my favorite online yarn shop! Shop your new favorite yarns, hooks, crochet accessories and patterns! Check them out here.
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Do you have a favorite “too pretty” yarn that has been sitting in your stash for a while? This gorgeous gray Chroma Twist has been sitting on my shelf for far too long and I decided it was time to turn those hanks into a scrumptious and cozy fall accessory.

What do you think?

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You guys know I love gray. This color features a lovely, moody ombre that moves from charcoal to light gray and back. (called “Wednesday” 😆)

The gray on gray with the Fable Fur is beautiful in my opinion but I think a bright, contrasting color would be wonderful as well. Fable Fur comes in a few bright colors, I might make another one using the color Paloma, a gorgeous blush color.

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faux fur yarn

The fun thing about this crochet cowl is that you can completely change the look by using different yarns to make the stripes. I made a sampler with a few different yarn variations (scroll down to see them). I think all of them would work and create a completely different looks.

The effect is created by surface crochet. I am excited to show this technique to those of you who haven’t tried it yet. It’s EASY and has an amazing look.

Watch the video here.

FUR SURFACE CROCHET COWL – FREE CROCHET PATTERN

What you need:
– 8mm Hook
– 2 Hanks Chroma Twist Bulky Weight in favorite color
– 1 Skein Fable Fur
– Large Eye Plastic Darning Needle

Abbreviations: US Terms
Ch – chain
Sc – single crochet
Dc – Double Crochet
Sl st – Slip Stitch
St – stitch

Gauge: 8 sc = 3″ long

SIZE: approx. 22″ circumference, 16″ tall.

The written pattern below is FREE in-text! If you would like an ad-free PDF  The PDF download pattern is also formatted for easy crocheting on-the-go or for easy printing, it doesn’t include ads or comments. Thanks for your support!

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COWL PATTERN

Notes:
Ch 1 does not count. Always work the first st in the same st as the chain and always join with the first st, not the chain.

This project requires 2 skeins, so try to join your second skein in a way that makes the color look seamless.


1. Begin with a chainless sc foundation that is 22″ long, 66 sts. Count does not matter a great deal here, just make sure it’s in multiples of 2. Join with first st.

2. Ch 1. *Hdc in next st. Ch 1. Sk next st* repeat for the entire round. Join with first st.

3. Ch 1. Sl st into next ch-1 space. Ch 1. *Hdc into ch-1 sp. Ch 1.* repeat for the entire round. Join with first st.

4. Ch 2. Reach backward and work a Hdc in last ch-1 sp of previous row. Ch 1. *Hdc in next ch-1 sp. Ch 1* repeat for the entire round. Join with first st. (make sure you don’t work in the final ch-1 sp because you already worked in that one at the beginning of the round.

5. – 32. To keep the seam from wandering left to right, you will repeat row 4 twice, then repeat row 3. Then repeat row 4 twice, following by repeating row 3 until you reach 32 total rows.

Weave in both ends.

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stitch texture

You can see you have lovely diagonal holes, ready for your surface crochet.

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I wasn’t quite sure which yarns I wanted to use so I put a few different rows onto the cowl. Honestly, I think each of these yarns would look amazing!
Ultimately because of the unique, cozy look I wanted it to have, I went with Fable Fur but I still think any of these yarns would be so lovely on this cowl.

Yarns from left to right:
Chroma Twist (Pixie) , Tuff Puff (Marina), Fable Fur (Lapin), Biggo (Bare)

To add the stripes (which ever yarn you choose), you will work a surface slip stitch from the top to the bottom.

See a video for how to work a surface sl st here.

I worked each row about 6 sts apart.

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From here, weave in the tails of the fur yarn (or whichever yarn you chose) by treading onto a large-eye plastic darner needle and weaving it back into the slip stitches. Weave them each in well and snip the ends.


I haven’t made too many cowls in the past, (I have a few) but I think my main mistake has been not making it narrow enough to snug around the neck, and not making it long enough! Seriously, the longer it is, the cozier it is!
You do you, make it as long as you like it to be!

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I love my new surface crochet cowl!
REMINDER: You can find all these yarns at crochet.com! WeCrochet!

Happy crochet season y’all!

xoxo,

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