Chunk Lace Cowl

The Chunk Lace Cowl Pattern is no longer available as a free pattern.
Though, it is still available in the ChirpinBirdie Etsy shop!

Best Wishes,

Alison

Easy Pumpkin Scones

Happy Thursday!!!

My Thursday just got much better after I tasted these scones!  I was a bit nervous about making pumpkin scones, but I am so happy that I gave it a shot.  These scones were easy to make a taste great delicious!!!

Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour (plus some for kneading)

1/3 cup brown sugar

1 Tbsp baking powder

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 cup butter

1/3 cup Greek yogurt (I used non-fat vanilla)

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1/3 cup milk 

Preheat your oven to 400.

Lightly grease a baking sheet.  I spray foil with non-stick cooking spray and put it on a pizza pan.

Dice up the cold butter.

In a mixing bowl, add flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and diced butter.  Mix until it resembles coarse cornmeal. 

Add in Greek yogurt and pumpkin puree.  Once that has is just starting to incorporate into the dry ingredients, SLOWLY, add the milk.  Immediately stop the mixer once the batter has just come together.  

DO NOT OVER MIX!

Lightly flour a surface and pull out you dough.  

Roll the dough around (really, it is not so much of a knead, as it is 'playing' with the dough).  Continue to lightly roll it around until the dough is not so sticky, and pat it down into a circle.  Just use your hands for this, there is no need for a rolling pin!

Spray a butter knife with non-stick cooking spray, and cut the dough into even triangles. 

Place the triangles on your prepared baking sheet, and place in your preheated oven.  

Let them bake for 15-18 minutes.  They should be golden on top.  I also poke mine with my finger to make sure they don't feel wet on the inside.

I hope you all get a chance to enjoy this recipe!

~Best Wishes~

Alison

Feathered Yoga Mat Bag

Happy Saturday!

It has only been a few days since I came up with this pattern, but because I was struck down with a vicious cold, it seems like it has taken me forever to type it up for you guys.  I am feeling better, and am enjoying a nice cuppa while writing this post.

This is by far my favorite yoga mat bag that I have made...so much so, that I am keeping this blue one for myself!

You will need:

7 ounces/ 240 yards of worsted weight yarn

5.0 mm crochet hook

large needle

scissors

Abbreviations:

ch - chain

sl st - slip stitch

sc - single crochet

hdc - half double crochet

dc - double crochet

Strap Pattern:

ch 8

Row 1: hdc in second ch from hook and in each ch across (7hdc)

Row 2: ch 1, sc in first st, skip 2 stitches, 7 dc in next stitch, skip two stitches, sc in last stitch

Row 3: ch 6 (counts as first dc and chain 3), sc in 4th dc of 7dc cluster from previous row, ch 3, dc in last sc

Row 4: ch 1, sc in first stitch, 7 dc in sc from previous row, sc in 3rd chain from turning chain of previous row

Repeat rows 3 & 4 until you have 16 total fans (7dc clusters), end with a row 3

Last Row: ch 1, hdc in first stitch and in next 6 stitches across, fasten off (7hdc)

Bag Pattern:

ch 2

Round 1: 8 hdc in second ch from hook, sl st into first hdc (8hdc)

Round 2: ch 1, 2 hdc in each stitch, sl st into first hdc (16 hdc)

Round 3: ch 1, (1 hdc in first stitch, 2 hdc in next stitch) repeat 7 times, sl st into first hdc (24 hdc)

Round 4: ch 1, (1 hdc in first two stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch) repeat 7 times, sl st into first hdc (32 hdc)

Round 5: ch 1, (1 hdc in first 3 stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch) repeat 7 times, sl st into first hdc (40 hdc)

Round 6: ch 1, (1 hdc in first 4 stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch) repeat 7 times, sl st into first hdc (48 hdc)

Round 7: ch 1, sc in same space, *skip two stitches, 7 dc in next stitch, skip two stitches, sc in next stitch* repeat from *to** around ending with a 7dc cluster and sl st into first sc

Round 8: ch 6 (counts as first dc and ch 3), *sc in 4th dc of 7dc cluster, ch 3, dc in next sc, ch 3** repeat from *to** around ending with sc in top of 7dc cluster, sl st into 3 ch of beginning chain 6

Round 9: ch 3 (counts as first dc), 6 dc in same space, *sc in sc from previous round, 7dc in dc from previous round** repeat from *to** ending with sc in last sc, sl st into 3rd ch from beginning ch 3

Repeat rows 8 & 9 until bag measures about 25" (or long enough to accommodate your yoga mat). I also ended with a row 9 repeat, so my bag has a pretty scalloped edge.

I hope you guys enjoy this pattern! 

As always, feel free to use this pattern for your personal use.  You may also sell finished products you make with this pattern, but please, link back to this blog as the source of the pattern.  Thank you kindly!

~Best Wishes~

Fun Flower Coaster

Happy Thursday!

I hope this blog post finds you well...or that when you found this blog post, you are doing well...you know what I mean! I hope that you are happy and healthy!

I was recently part of a handmade coaster swap through Instagram, and found a cute owl coaster pattern to send to my partner.

The pattern for this coaster can be found here.

This got me in the coaster making mood, so last night I decided to make myself one.  But I did not want an owl...I know, I know, they are the 'in' thing right now, but they are not MY thing.  So I didn't know what I wanted, but my water for tea was already on to boil and I needed a coaster FAST!

So, I sat down and just started to crochet and came up with this.

It is very simple, and only takes a few minutes to make.

You will need:
Small amount of 3 different colors of worsted weight yarn
5.0 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Large needle

Abbreviations:
ch - chain
sl st - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
dc - double crochet

Pattern:

Round 1: ch 4, in 4th ch from hook dc 11 times, sl st in top of ch 3 to form circle.  FO

Round 2: with CB, sl st between any two dc from previous round, ch 3 (counts as first dc) and dc in same space, in next space and in each space around 2 dc, sl st into top of ch 3, FO (24 dc, all worked in the space between the dc from previous round)

Round 3: with CC, slip st into any dc from previous round, ch 1 *hdc in first stitch, 2 hdc in next stitch** repeat from *to** around, DO NOT fasten off (36 hdc)

Round 4: ch 1, *sc in first stitch, skip two stitches, 7 dc in next stitch** repeat from *to** around. sl st into first sc, FO

Sew in your ends and you have cute little flower coaster.

I hope you all enjoy this pattern!

Feel free to use this pattern for personal use.  You may also sell the finished items you make with this pattern, but be sure to reference back to this blog for the pattern.  Thank you kindly!

~Best Wishes~

Ridiculously Easy Yoga Mat Bag

Happy Friday Everyone!

It has been too long since my last post, but I am happy to be writing for you guys today, because I have another crochet pattern to share.

I recently got back in touch with an old friend, and yesterday was her birthday.  I love giving handmade gifts, and thought a yoga mat bag would be perfect, since she is now a yoga instructor.

I have posted a yoga mat carrier pattern before, called the Bubble Yoga Mat Bag, but I wanted something that made a solid fabric.  All of the circles in the Bubble Yoga Mat Bag look awesome, but they can also be a hassle when quickly trying to get the mat into the bag.  I also wanted something where I didn't have to pay so much attention to the pattern.
So, I thought: 'What is my favorite crochet stitch?'

Of course!  Let's do a bag that is completely half double crochets!  Nothing can be more simple!  It is so simple, it is hardly worth calling this a pattern.

You will need:
275 yards of worsted weight yarn
4.5mm crochet hook
scissors
large needle

Abbreviations:
ch = chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet

Pattern Notes:
I recommend making the strap first and sew the first end to the bag before the bag gets too long (around row 16).  This just makes it easier to sew on.
I used an entire skein (244 yards/7oz) for the actual bag, and used scrap yarn in a complimentary color for the strap.


Strap Pattern:

Ch 51

Round 1: In second chain from hook, 2 hdc in first stitch, 1 hdc in each of the next 48 chains, 5 hdc in last chain, (continue working on the unused side of the chain) 1 hdc in each of the next 48 stitches, 3 hdc in last
chain, sl st into first hdc

Round 2: ch 2, 1 hdc in each of the next 52 stitches, 3 hdc in next stitch (should be the 3rd stitch from the set of 5 hdc in last row), 1 hdc in each of the next 52 stitches, 3 hdc in last hdc, sl st into first hdc

Fasten off and weave in ends


Bag Pattern:
ch 2

Round 1: In second chain from hook, 8 hdc, sl st into first hdc

Round 2: ch 1, (2 hdc in first stitch) repeat 7 times (16 hdc)

Round 3: ch1, (1 hdc in first stitch, 2 hdc in next stitch) repeat 7 times, sl st into first hdc (24 hdc)

Round 4: ch 1, (1hdc in each of the first two stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch) repeat 7times, sl st into first hdc (32 hdc)

Round 5: ch 1, (1 hdc in each of the first three stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch) repeat 7 times, sl st into first hdc (40 hdc)

**Starting from Round 6, do not slip stitch at the end of each round; work continuously around, so there is not seam in your bag**

Round 6 → End: 1 hdc in each stitch (40 hdc/round)

If you feel the need, you can keep track of the rounds as you go, but is not necessary.  I simply just kept crochet around and around until the bag was long enough for my bag.

Last Round: sc in each stitch around (40 sc), sl st into first sc (this make the edge more smooth)

Fasten off and weave in ends

Sew on the top of the strap about 5 rows down from the top of the bag.

I really hope that you guys enjoy this pattern. It is so simple!  This is the perfect mindless pattern to work on and have the music cranked up or your favorite show playing on the TV.

Feel free to use this pattern for personal projects.  You can also make this pattern and sell the finished item for profit, but please, link back to this blog so people know where the pattern came from.

~Best Wishes~
Alison

Big Puff, Little Slouch Beanie

Hello Everyone!

Can you believe January is over?  It is crazy for me to think about, but I am very happy about it because it means that I am that much closer to moving to the Bay Area!!! EEEEKKK!  I am so excited for so many reasons!

Well I don't know if you have noticed yet, but I am crazy for puff stitches lately.  This pattern will solidify my craziness for puff!  I hope you all enjoy.

I am not giving this gray slouch away! It is all mine!

Materials Needed:
5.0mm crochet hook
2-3 oz of worsted weight yarn (Photos feature Red Heart)
scissors
large needle

Abbreviations:
ch - chain
sl st - slip stitch
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
PS - Puff Stitch
VPS - (PS, ch1, PS, ch1) in same space

Pattern Note:
This pattern is easily worked with one or two colors.
I am working this pattern with two colors so that the stitches are easier to see in photos.  If you would like to work with two colors, pull the new color through the last sl st of the row.  I carried both color up the inside of the beanie, so that there was less ends to weave in.

Pattern:

ch 3, sl st into first ch to form ring

Row 1: ch 2, *PS, ch 1* repeat 6 times, sl st to first PS (7 PS and 7 ch 1 spaces)

Row 2: sl st into first ch 1 sp, ch 1,  (hdc, ch 1, hdc, ch 1) and in each ch 1 sp around, sl st into first hdc (14 hdc and 14 ch 1 spaces)

Row 3: sl st into first ch 1 space, ch 2, *PS, ch 1, VPS in next ch 1 space** repeat from *to** around, sl st into first PS (21 PS and 21 ch 1 spaces)

Row 4: sl st into first ch 1 sp, ch 1, (hdc, ch 1, hdc, ch 1)in first ch 1 space, (hdc, ch1) in next ch 1 space, *(hdc, ch 1, hdc, ch 1) in each of the next two ch 1 spaces, (hdc, ch 1) in next ch 1 space** repeat from *to** around, sl st into first hdc (35hdc and 35 ch 1 spaces)

Row 5: sl st into first ch 1 space, ch 2, (PS, ch 1) in first ch 1 space and in each ch 1 space around (35 PS and 35 ch 1 spaces)

Row 6: sl st into first ch 1 space, ch 1, (hdc, ch 1) in first ch 1 space in each ch 1 space around, sl st into first hdc (35 hdc and 35 ch 1 spaces)

Row 7 - 23: repeat rows 5 and 6

Row 24: sl st into top of first PS, ch 1, *1sc in top of PS, 1 sc in ch1 space** repeat from *to** around, sl st into first sc (70 sc)

Fasten off and weave in ends.

I am in love with this slouch!

Here are some pictures of the first few rows, just in case you need some visualization.

Row 1

Slip Stitch with a different color, if you want to make the two color version.

Row2

Row 3

Close up view of row 4

Complete view of row 4

Row 5

Finished!

My supervisor is never far away.  He always makes certain that I am getting my work done.

~Best Wishes~

Solid Circle in Square

Hello and Happy Wednesday!!

I recently made an afghan using squares with circles inside of them.  I was originally planning to make and keep the blanket for myself, and I wanted it to be completely solid.  No toes sticking through it while cuddling on the couch!

Well, I ended up making it into a baby afghan, because I had other projects come in and I did not want this cute afghan to be cast into the pile of "I will finish it later", since I just got done finishing all of the projects I had in that pile and I do not want to start a new one!

Here is a collage of the Lollipop Circles and Squares afghan.

I was asked for the pattern on Instagram, but did not follow a pattern since I could not find a square with a prominent circle that was completely solid.  There is a similar square by Manner's Crochet and Craft that is similar.  I almost used this square, but I didn't want the hole in the middle of the circle, and I needed a bigger square (the bigger the square the less squares I would need to join).

So, I got my hook and yarn and started to experiment.

This is how I do my version of the circle in the square, granny.

You will need:

5.5 mm crochet hook

worsted weight yarn (I used Red Heart Super Saver)

scissors

needle

Abbreviations:

ch - chain

sl st = slip stitch

dc - double crochet

tr - treble crochet

Pattern:

ch 3

Row 1: 12 dc in 3rd ch from hook, sl st into first dc (12 dc)

Row 2: ch 2, 2dc in first dc and in each dc around, sl st into first dc (24 dc)

Row 3: ch 2, *1 dc in first dc, 2 dc in next dc** repeat from * to** around, sl st into first dc (36 dc)

Fasten Off

Join contrasting color with a sl st to any dc

Row 4: ch 2, 1 dc in each of the first 4 dc, *(1 dc, 2 tr, 1 dc) in next dc, 1 dc in each of the next 8 dc** repeat from *to** twice, (1 dc, 2 tr, 1 dc) in next dc, 1 dc in each of the next 4 dc, sl st into first dc 

Row 5: ch 2, 1 dc in each of the next 5 dc, *(2 dc, 1tr) in first tr, (1tr, 2 dc) in next tr, 1 dc in each of the next 10 dc** repeat from *to** twice, (2dc, 1 tr) in first tr, (1 tr, 2 dc) in next tr, 1 dc in each of the next 5 dc, sl st into first dc

Fasten off and weave in ends

Here are row by row photos.

Row 1

Row 2

Row 3

Row 4

Row 5...FINISHED!!!

~Best Wishes~

Easy Puffy Headband

Hello All!

I hope your week is starting out well. I wanted to share with you a pattern for a cute headband made with the puff stitch. This headband works up so quickly and is perfect to bring some sparkle to a gloomy day.

You will need:

5.0mm crochet hook

Appoximately 2 ounces of worsted weight yarn

scissors

large needle

Abbreviations:

ch = chain

sl st = slip stitch

hdc = half double crochet

PS = Puff Stitch

*If you need to learn how to do the puff stitch, please look at my free pattern for Puffing Warm Fingerless Gloves**

Pattern:

ch 60

slip stitch into first chain to form ring

Row 1: ch1, 1hdc in first ch and in each ch around, sl st into first hdc (60 hdc)

Row 2: ch 2, PS in first hdc, ch 1, skip next hdc, *PS in next hdc, ch 1, skip next hdc** repeat from *to** around, sl st into first PS (30 PS and 30 ch 1 spaces)

Row 3-6: sl st into first ch 1 space, ch 2, PS in same ch 1 space, ch 1, *PS in next ch 1 sp, ch 1** repeat around from *to** sl st into first PS (30 PS and 30 ch 1 spaces)

Row 7: ch 1, 1hdc in same space, *1hdc in ch 1 space, 1 hdc in PS** repeat around from *to** sl st into first hdc (60 hdc)

Fasten off and weave in ends

This headband can be worn as is now, or you can snazzy it up with a flower!

I added a golden flower to this teal headband. 

This headband will be part of a giveaway on my ChirpinBirdie Facebook page.

The giveaway will begin on Wednesday, January 30th 2013.

**Feel free to use this pattern for person use, and to sell.  All I ask is that you give me credit for the pattern by citing this ChripinBirdie blog.**

~Best Wishes~

Puffing Warm Fingerless Glove Pattern

Happy Friday!!

I hope this week has treated you well.  It has been pretty good for me!  Jixer and I celebrated our first year together, Christopher moved to San Francisco to start his new job as a software engineer at Charles Schwab (Jixer and I will be moving up there towards the end of February!), and I also had lots of family time this week!

Anyways, I am excited to bring you another free crochet pattern today!  It is for a pair of fingerless gloves, and I am in love with them.  They are so warm, and look really cute.

You will need:

4.5mm crochet hook

worsted weight yarn (I am guessing about 2-3 ounces)

scissors

large needle

Abbreviations:

sl st = slip stitch

ch = chain

sp = space

yo = yarn over

hdc = half double crochet

PS = puff stitch

How to do the puff stitch:

Insert hook into space indicated, yo and pull yarn up 1/2"

yo, insert hook into same space, yo, pull up yarn 1/2"

yo, insert hook into same space, yo, pull up yarn 1/2"

yo and pull yarn through all 6 loops on hook

Pattern:

ch 24

sl st into first ch to form ring

Row 1: ch 1, 1 hdc in first ch and in each ch across (24 hdc)

Row 2: ch 1, 1 hdc in first hdc, *ch 1, skip next hdc, 1 hdc in next hdc** repeat around from *to**, sl st into first hdc (12 hdc and 12 ch 1 spaces)

Row 3: sl st into first ch 1 space, ch 2, *PS in ch 1 space, ch 1** repeat around from *to**, sl st into first PS (12 Ps and 12 ch 1 spaces)

Row 4: sl st into first ch 1 space, ch 1, *1 hdc in ch 1 sp, ch 1** repeat around from *to**, sl st into first hdc (12 hdc and 12 ch 1 spaces)

Rows 5-9: repeat rows 3 and 4

Row 10:sl st into first ch 1 space, ch 1, *1 hdc in ch 1 sp, ch 1** repeat from *to** once, in next chain 1 sp (hdc, ch 1, hdc), ch 1, *1 hdc in next ch 1 space, ch 1** repeat from *to** 8 times, 1 hdc in space between last PS and ch 2 (do not ch 1 after this hdc), sl st into first hdc (13 hdc and 13 ch 1 spaces)

Row 11: sl st into first ch 1 space, ch 2, *PS in ch 1 space, ch 1** repeat around from *to**, sl st into first PS (13 PS and 13 ch 1 spaces)

Row 12: ch 1, 1 hdc in space between ch 2 and 1st PS, ch 1, *1hdc in next ch 1 sp, ch 1** repeat from *to** around, sl st into first hdc (13 hdc and 13 chain 1 spaces)

Row 13: repeat row 11, BUT do not crochet 13th PS, after 12th PS, ch 2 and sl st into first PS --this creates the hole for the thumb-- (12 PS, 11 ch 1 spaces, and 1 ch2 space)

Row 14: repeat row 12, with the 12th and 13th hdc being worked into ch 2 space created by the thumb hole

Row 15-18: repeat rows 11 and 12

Row 19: ch 1, 1 hdc in first hdc, *1hdc in ch 1 sp, 1 hdc in next hdc** repeat from *to** around, sl st into first hdc (26 hdc)

Here is a photo of where the hdc between the PS should be worked

The great thing about this pattern is that you don't need to make any adjustments to make them fit the right or left hand.  Just make two identical gloves and they will fit either hand!

Here is what your Puffing Warm Fingerless Gloves can look like if you do all of the 'hdc-ch1' rows in a different color.  I am in love with these!

I really hope that you all enjoy this pattern!  

Please, feel free to use it for personal uses, and sell the items made using this pattern.  All I ask is that you give me credit for the pattern when selling or if somebody asks you for the pattern.

~Best Wishes~

Alison

Double Chain Cowl Pattern

Hello Everyone!

Have you come across any of the beautiful chunky knit cowls that are becoming popular?  My favorites are the ones made by Neckwear Outfitters!  They just look so pretty and cozy.  The only thing is, I am not a fan of things wrapping around my neck...weird I know.  I can handle my hair and a scarf, but things brushing against the front of my neck is too much for me to handle. 

Still, these new chunky cowls inspired me to make a version of my own.  It is the most simple pattern, and the cowl works up in no time!

If you like the cowl, but don't feel like making it, you can purchase them in customizable colors in the ChirpinBirdie Etsy shop!

Double Chain Cowl Pattern

Materials Needed:

•  3-4 oz each of two different colors worsted weight yarn
• 10mm crochet hook
• scissors
• yarn needle

Abbreviations:

ch = chain

sl st = slip stitch

hdc = half double crochet

Pattern:

With both colors of yarn together, fasten slip not and secure it to your hook.

Row 1: ch 52, sl st into first chain to form large circle, ch 1, 1 hdc in each ch around, sl st into first hdc (52 hdc)

Row 2: ch 54, sl st into first chain to form a large circle, ch 1, 1 hdc in each ch around, sl st into first hdc (54 hdc)

Row 3: ch 52, sl st into first chain to form large circle, ch 1, 1 hdc in each ch around, sl st into first hdc (52 hdc)

Row 4: ch 50, sl st into first chain to form a large circle, ch 1, 1 hdc in each chain around, sl st into first hdc (50 hdc)

Row 5 - 8: Repeat rows 1 - 4

Row 9: ch 36, 1 hdc in second chain from hook and in each chain across (35 hdc)

Finishing:  Wrap the row of 35 hdc around all 8 rows of circles three times, and sl st into the turning chain from row 9 to secure wrap.  Finish off.

Pattern Notes:

With both yarn colors together, form slip knot and fasten to crochet hook.

When forming the chain circles, pay careful attention not to twist the chain.  

I hope you all enjoy this pattern!  It is super easy and works up incredibly fast.  

Just don't let your supervisor work you too hard like mine does ;)

~Best Wishes~

Perfect Wave Beanie Pattern

Hello Everyone!

I cannot believe that it has been almost a month since my last post.  I have been working on the blog to spruce it up and make it more user friendly.  I have some big ideas for 2013, and the way my blog is now just will not do!  No noticeable changes have been released yet, but they are coming!

Anyways, today I wanted to share my pattern for the Perfect Wave Beanie!  It is one of my most favorite beanie patterns to make and I have made many of them for friends, for Knots of Love, and for my ChirpinBirdie shop, on Etsy, where the colors can be customized to fit anybody!

The pattern seems to be popular on Instagram too, since many people have asked me for the pattern.  Well, today I finally wrote down what I did and made it into a pattern...yay me!

Perfect Wave Beanie


Materials Needed:
Size 5mm crochet hook
About 3-4 ounces each of two different color yarns in worsted weight
Scissors
Needle to sew in the ends

Abbreviations Used:
Ch = Chain
sl st = slip stitch
sc = single crochet
hdc = half double crochet
dc = double crochet

Pattern:

Chain 2

Round 1: 12 hdc in second ch from hook, sl st into first hdc (12 hdc)
Round 2: ch 1, 2 hdc in each stitch, sl st into first hdc (24 hdc)
Round 3: ch 1, 1 hdc in first stitch, 2 hdc in next stitch, *1hdc in next stitch, 2 hdc in next stitch** repeat from * to ** around, drop color A, and sl st with Color B into first hdc (36 hdc)

Round 4: ch 1, 1hdc in first two stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch, *1 hdc in each of the next two stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch** repeat from * to ** around, sl st into first hdc (48 hdc)
Round 5: ch 1, hdc in first 3 stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch, *1 hdc in each of the next 3 stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch** repeat from * to ** around, sl st into first hdc (60 hdc)
Round 6: ch1, 1 hdc in first four stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch, *1 hdc in each of the next 4 stitches, 2 hdc in next stitch** repeat from * to ** around, drop Color B and sl st into first hdc with Color A (72 hdc)

Round 7 - 8: ch 2, 1 dc in first st, 1 dc in  each of the next 3 stitches, 1 hdc in each of the next two stitches, *1 sc in each of the next four stitches, 1 hdc in each of the next two stitches, 1 dc in each of the next 4 stitches, 1 hdc in each of the next two stitches** repeat from * to ** around, sl st into first dc (72 stitches)
Row 9: ch 1, 1 sc in each stitch around, drop Color A and sl st into first sc with Color B

Row10 - 11: ch 1, 1 sc in each of the first four stitches, 1 hdc in each of the next two stiches, *1 dc in each of the next four stitches, 1 hdc in each of the next two stitches, 1 sc in each of the next four stitches, 1 hdc in each of the next two stitches** repeat from * to ** around, sl st into first sc (72 stitches)
Row 12: ch 1, sc in each st around, drop Color B and sl st into first sc with Color A

Continue Rows 7 - 12 until desired length

Row 22: ch 1, hdc in each stitch, finish off

Pattern Notes:
  - The color is changed every three rows.  You can finish off at the end of every third row if you like, but I recommend just dropping the current color and using a slip stitch to start the new color.  There are less ends to weave in, and it makes it harder to tell where the joining in when the hat is being worn.

Here is how the first slip stitch looks:

This is what the inside looks like with all of the yarn being carried up on the inside:

Carrying all of the yarn up on the inside also makes it easier for the person wearing the beanie wear it rightside out!  It is always a pet peeve for me to see somebody wearing a hat inside out...

***Important Update***

After posting a link to this blog post on Facebook, it was brought to my attention that a the designer of Playin' Hooky Designs has a pattern for a very similar style hat. The way the hat is worked up in her pattern is a little different from the way I use to work up my version. In no way was I trying to rip off her design, and the design for her Brain Waves Beanie is also available for free!  She even has a version for to fit little boys.  So please, check out her blog and her many fantastic patterns.

Well, that is the pattern!  I hope you all enjoy!  As always, if you have any questions, you can comment here or email me.  Also, if you would like a very nice looking PDF file of this pattern, you can email me with the pattern name in the subject line, and I will email it to you.  My email is over on the right >>>>

~Best Wishes~

Simple Shell Blanket

Happy Friday!!!

I hope you all are having a wonderful day.  Today, I am going to be sharing the pattern I used to make this absolutely adorable baby blanket.

This is one of my favorite blankets that I have ever made!  The colors are so vibrant and the pattern is mesmerizing.

This pattern is simple and works up very quickly!

You will need your favorite size hook (I used my 5.5mm/I hook), and your desired colors.

I recommend using an odd number because it makes the resulting pattern more interesting.

ch = chain

sc = single crochet

dc = double crochet

Chain a multiple of 3

For this size blanket I chained 141

Row 1: 2 dc in 4th ch from hook, skip two chain, *1 sc in next chain, skip two chain, 5 dc in next chain** Repeat from * to ** until 3 chains remain.  If your last stitch was a sc then skip two chain and 3 dc in last chain.  But if your last stitch was a shell (5 dc), then skip the last 2 chains and sc in last chain.

Now, if you are using more than one color for this pattern, then you have a big decision to make here.  You can 1) finish off that color or 2) pull out a big loop and simply keep all of your skeins attached to your piece as you are working.  

I chose option 2 because I hate weaving in ends.  If you are using 3 colors like I did, that is a lot of ends to weave!  So, I worked the yarn up the side.

This is what my sides looked like before I crocheted a border.

If you are changing colors, then at the beginning of each row, slip stitch the new color into the last stitch from the previous row.

Row 2: Again, this depends on how you finished your last row. 

If you ended with a sc in the last chain: ch 3, 2 dc in same stitch, skip two dc, sc in next dc (the 3rd dc in shell from previous row), *skip two dc, 5 dc in sc crochet from previous row, skip 2 dc, sc in next dc (the 3rd dc in shell from previous row)** Repeat from * to ** sc in turning chain from previous row.

If you ended with 3 dc in the last chain:  ch 1, sc in same stitch, and then follow the above instructions starting from * and ending at **

Basically, sc in the top of each shell, and shell stitch (5 dc in same stitch) in each sc.  Once you get the first couple of rows done, you will fall into the pattern, and it will start working up quickly.

I know this pattern is roughly written, and for that I do apologize!  If you have any questions, you can leave a comment or email me, and I will be more than happy to answer your question or point you to somebody that can.

I hope you all have wonderful day!

Happy Hooking!!!!

~Best Wishes~