Pumpkin Washcloth/Dischcloth

On my hook this evening, Bright Orange and Black Cotton Yarn to make this Pumpkin Washcloth/Dishcloth, using the Herringbone Half Double Crochet Stitch (HHDC).  I love the texture and look of this stitch.

Fall Seasonal Decor lends itself to a myriad of amazing, deep, pure and gorgeous colors.  I love working on Fall projects - from blankets, hats, scarves, mittens to seasonal holiday decor - I love it all.

In the coming months, I'm hoping to do more tutorials from the basics of Crocheting to some great projects I'm working on.  I hope you will stop by, visit awhile and enjoy this journey with me...

Pumpkin Washcloth/Dishcloth

 Pumpkin Washcloth/Dishcloth Pattern

Difficulty Level:  Easy

Size: 14" from top of hat to bottom of pumpkin

Gauge:  I did not gauge this project

Materials:

--5mm hook

--1 skein each of Cotton Yarn in Bright Orange and Black (it did not require the whole skein of either)

--tapestry needle for weaving

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:

Ch:  chain

Sl st:  slip stitch

St:  stitch(es)

SC:  single crochet

HHDC:  herringbone half double crochet stitch

HHDC2tog:  herringbone half double crochet 2 stitches together

HHDC3tog:  herringbone half double crochet 3 stitches together

MR:  magic ring

FO:  fasten off

Note:  You can opt to just use the HDC (half double crochet stitch, if so desired)

If you would like to learn how to do the HHDC stitch, then here's my short video tutorial to help you understand this simple stitch:

HHDC Stitch Tutorial

Directions:

1.  With 5mm hook and Bright Orange yarn, 10 HHDC into MR.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (10)

2.  2 HHDC in each st around.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (20) 

3.  2 HHDC in first st.  1 HDC in next st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (30)

4.  2 HHDC in first st.  1 HDC in next 2 st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (40)

5.  2 HHDC in first st.  1 HDC in next 3 st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (50) 

6.  2 HHDC in first st.  1 HDC in next 4 st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (60) 

7.  2 HHDC in first st.  1 HDC in next 5 st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (70)

8.  2 HHDC in first st.  1 HDC in next 6 st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (80)

9.  2 HHDC in first st.  1 HDC in next 7 st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join to first st and FO.  Weave ends.  (90)

Hat Portion:

1.  Join Black yarn and Ch1.  Into same st, 1 HHDC st.  HHDC st into the next 19 st.  Ch1 and turn.  (20)

2.  2 HHDC in first st, HHDC in the next 18 st, 2 HHDC in last st.  Ch1 and turn.  (22)

3.  2 HHDC in first st, HHDC in the next 20 st, 2 HHDC in last st.  Turn; don't Ch1.  (24)

4.  Sl st over 4 st and Ch1.  Into same st, HHDC.  HHDC in the next 17 st.  Ch1 and turn.  (18)

5-6.  1 HHDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  After Row 6, just turn; don't Ch1.  (18)

7.  Sl st over 4 st and Ch1.  Into same st, HHDC.  HHDC in the next 11 st.  Ch1 and turn.  (12)

8-9  1 HHDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  After Row 9, just turn; don't Ch1.  (12)

10.  Sl st over 3 st and Ch1.  Into same st, HHDC.  HHDC in the next 8 st.  Ch1 and turn.  (9)

11-12.  1 HHDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  (9)

13.  HHDC2tog, HHDC in the next 5 st, HHDC2tog.  Ch1 and turn.  (7)

14.  HHDC2tog, HHDC in the next 3 st, HHDC2tog.  Ch1 and turn.  (5)

15.  HHDC2tog, HHDC in the next st, HHDC2tog.  Ch1 and turn.  (3)

16.  HHDC3tog.  FO and weave ends.  (1)

Eyes (make 2):

1.  With black yarn, Ch2.  1 HHDC in 2nd ch from hook.  Ch1 and turn.  (1)

2.  2 HHDC in st.  Ch1 and turn.  (2)

3.  2 HHDC in first st, 1 HHDC in next st.  Ch1 and turn.  (3)

4.  SC around.  FO, leave a long enough tail for attaching.

Mouth:

1.  With black yarn, Ch19.  HHDC in 2nd ch from hook.  Ch3.  HHDC in 2nd ch and next ch.  HHDC in the remaining 17 base chains.  Ch3.  HHDC in 2nd ch from hook and next ch.  FO, leave a long enough tail for attaching.

See pic for placement of eyes and mouth.

And, that's it for this cute Pumpkin with a Witch's hat to use in your bathroom or kitchen...

      Happy Crocheting...

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Copper Spice Top - Women's Large

Here's a size large, Copper Spice Top, made with Hobby Lobby's, "I Love This Cotton...". This was a fun, experimental top to design.  It went thru several revisions.  But, I'm happy with the end product.

Copper Spice Top

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Owl Garden Flag

I made this custom order Owl Garden Flag upon request from a customer. I hope she will love it as much as I do.

I used Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn and a 10 hook.

Owl Garden Flag

Owl Garden Flag Pattern 

Difficulty Level:  Easy 

Size:  14" x 16"

Gauge:  7 HDC stitches x 6 rows = 4" 

Materials:

--6mm, 8mm and 10mm hooks 

--Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn in Natural, Glowing Gold, Dark Taupe, Soft Taupe and Pumpkin Spice

--#6 Chunky Yarn in red and green ( for the nose, feet and leaves) 

--#4 worsted weight yarn in black, white and aqua (for the eyes) 

--tapestry needle for weaving

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:

Ch:  chain

Sl st:  slip stitch

St:  stitch(es)

SC:  single crochet

HDC:  half double crochet

DC:  double crochet 

MR:  magic ring

FO:  fasten off 

Directions:

Flag:

1.  With 10mm hook and Natural yarn, Ch23.  HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  Ch1 and turn.  (22)

2- 20.  1 HDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  At the end of Row 20, FO and weave ends.  (22)

21.  Join Glowing Gold yarn in any stitch and Ch1.  HDC in same st and around perimeter with 3 HDC st in each corner.  Sl st join to first st and FO.  Weave ends

22.  Join Dark Taupe and repeat #21.  FO and weave ends.

Tabs (make 3):

1.  With 10mm hook and Dark Taupe yarn, Ch5.  SC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  Ch1 and turn.  (4)

2-14.  1 SC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  At the end of Round 14, FO and leave a long tail for attaching.  (4)

--see pics for placement of tabs (left side, right side and center)

Owl Appliqué:

1.  With 6mm hook and Pumpkin yarn, 10 HDC into MR.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (10)

2.  2 HDC in each st around.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (20)

3.  2 HDC in first st, 1 HDC in next st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join and FO.  Weave ends.  (30)

Wings and ears:

4.  Join Soft Taupe yarn in any st and Ch1.  Into same st as Ch1, SC st.  2 HDC in next st, 2 DC in next st, 2 HDC in next st, 2 SC in next st and 1 SC in next 2 st (first wing made).  Into the next st (1 HDC, 1 SC, picot stitch, 1 HDC - first ear made).  1 SC in each of the next 4 st.  Into the next st (1 HDC, 1 SC, picot stitch, 1 HDC - second ear made).  1 SC in each of the next 2 st.  2 SC in next st, 2 HDC in next st, 2 DC in next st, 2 HDC in next st and 1 SC in next st (2nd wing made).  1 SC in each of the remaining st.  Sl st to join to first st and FO.  Leave a long tail for attaching.  

Eyes (make 2):

1.  With 6 mm hook and #4 black yarn, 6 SC into MR.  Sl st join and FO.  (6)

2.  Join #4 white yarn in any st and Ch1.  2 SC in each st around.  Sl st join and FO.  (12)

3.  Join #4 aqua yarn in any st and Ch1.  2 SC in first st, 1 SC in next st.  Repeat around.  Sl st join and FO.  Leave long tail for attaching.  (18) 

Nose:

1.  With 6 mm hook and #6 red/cranberry yarn, Ch3.  SC in 2nd ch and next.  Ch1 and turn.  (2)

2.  SC across.  Ch1 and turn.  (2)

3.  SC2tog.  FO.  Leave tail for attaching.  (1)

Feet (make 2):

1.  With 6 mm hook and #6 red/cranberry yarn, I sl st to join at the left side bottom.  Ch3, sl st into 1st ch.  Sl st into same st.  Ch3, sl st into the 1st ch.  Repeat one more time.  FO and weave ends.

2.  Skip over 3 stitches and repeat #1 for the right foot.

Tree Branch:

1.  With 8mm hook and Dark Taupe yarn, Ch31.  SC in 2nd ch from hook.  SC in next 24 ch.  Ch7.  SC in 2nd ch from hook and next 5 ch.  Now, continue to SC in the remaining 5 base chains.  

Large Leaf:

1.  With green yarn and 8mm hook, Ch7.  Sl st in 2nd ch from hook.  SC in next ch.  HDC in next ch.  DC in next 2 ch.  3 DC in last ch.  Rotate to work on base side.  DC in next 2 ch.  HDC in next ch. SC in next ch and sl st in last st.  FO and leave long tail for attaching.

Small Leaf (make 2): 

1.  With green yarn and 8mm hook, Ch6.  Sl st in 2nd ch from hook.  SC in next ch.  HDC in next ch.  DC in next ch.  3 DC in last ch.  Rotate to work on base side.  DC in next ch.  HDC in next ch. SC in next ch and sl st in last st.  FO and leave long tail for attaching. 

--see pics for where to attach tree branch and leaves. 

And, that's it.  Cute, simple and quick Fall Seasonal Flag for your yard!!!

Happy Crocheting!!!

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Plum Bedside Caddy

On my hook today was this super quick, cozy and pretty "Plum Bedside Caddy" using Bernat Blanket Yarn in Plum Chutney and Purple Plum.  These 2 colors together are so, so pretty.

This "Plum Bedside Caddy" could be used for yarn and notions; remote controls, tissues and magazines; children's books and small toys.  Lots of uses for it.  And, depending on the colors you use, this Caddy can be made for anyone!!!

Plum Bedside Caddy

  Plum Bedside Caddy Pattern

Difficulty Level:  Easy

Size:  14" wide x 8" diameter x 10" height

Gauge:  7 HDC stitches x 6 rows = 4"

Materials:

--10mm hook

--Bernat Blanket Yarn in Plum Chutney (210 yds) and Purple Plum (100-120 yds)

--Tapestry Needle for weaving

Stitch Abbreviations:

Ch:  chain

Sl st:  slip stitch

St:  stitch(es)

HDC:  half double crochet

FHDC:  foundation half double crochet

FO:  fasten off

Directions: 

The Bedside Caddy is made in 5 pieces and then you whipstitch it together.  

 A.  Back Piece: 

(this includes the flap portion - 7" - that will also go under the mattress)

12" x 17 1/2"   

1.  Using Purple Plum, 20 FHDC.  Or, Ch21, HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  Ch1 and turn.  (20)

2-26.  1 HDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  (20)

At the end of Row 25, FO.  Weave ends.

B.  Bottom Piece:

7" x 12"

1.  Using Purple Plum, 12 FHDC.  Or, Ch13, HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  Ch1 and turn.  (12)

2-18.  1 HDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  (12)

At the end of Row 18, FO.  Weave ends. 

C.  Front/Sides:

25" x 10"

1.  With Plum Chutney, FHDC 44.  Or Ch45, HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  Ch1 and turn.  (44)

2-15.  1 HDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  (44)

At the end of Row 15, FO.  Weave ends.

D.  Divider:

12" x 9"

1.  With Plum Chutney, FHDC 20.  Or Ch21, HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  Ch1 and turn.  (20)

2-13.  1 HDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  (20)

At the end of Row 13, FO.  Weave ends. 

E.  Divider:

5" x 9"

1.  With Plum Chutney, FHDC 8.  Or Ch9, HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  Ch1 and turn.  (8)

2-13.  1 HDC in each st across.  Ch1 and turn.  (8)

At the end of Row 13, FO.  Weave ends. 

Assembly: 

1.  Attach the bottom piece to the back piece.  (see pic)

2.  Attach the front/side piece to each side of the back piece.  (see pic)

3.  Whipstitch the front/side piece to the bottom piece.  

4.  Now, you will whipstitch the dividers to the inside of the Caddy.  (see pics)

 

 And, that's it!!!  Here's a few pics of the completed Plum Bedside Caddy!!!

Happy Crocheting!!!

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Fall Mini-Bags - Soap Savers, Treat Bags!!!

On this Sunday, instead of completing a few ongoing projects I have in the works, I decided to work on these cute little bags...lol.  

Fall mini bags using 100% cotton yarn and a 4.0mm hook.  You can use these as soap savers (in the bath/shower or kitchen), candy/treat bags (for kids, teachers, co-workers) or as a gift bag.  A pumpkin, ghost and Frankenstein - each used a small amount of yarn and were quick to work up.

The bags measures approximately 3" x 5".  You can easily adjust the pattern to make bigger.

I will hopefully get caught up within the next few weeks and add the FREE patterns for the following posts:
--the Pumpkin Trio
--Christmas Tree
--Mrs. Santa Hat and matching gloves
--Mommy & Me Ponytail Headband/Ear Warmer

Fall Mini-Bags/Soap Savers

Fall Mini-Bags/Soap Savers Pattern 

Difficulty Level:  Easy

Size:  approximately 3" x 5"

Materials:

--4mm hook

--Cotton yarn - orange, black, white and green 

--tapestry needle

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:

Ch:  chain

Sl st:  slip stitch

St:  stitch(es)

SC:  single crochet 

SC2tog:  single crochet 2 stitches together 

HDC:  half double crochet 

MR:  magic ring 

FO:  fasten off

Directions:

1.  Ch6.  HDC in 2nd ch from hook.  HDC in next 3 ch.  3 HDC in last st.  Rotate.  HDC in next 3 ch and 2 HDC in last ch.  Sl st join to first st and Ch1.  (12)

2.  HHDC in the first 5 st, 3 HDC in the next st, HDC in the next 5 st and 2 HDC in the last st.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (15)

3.  HDC in the first 6 st, 3 HDC in the next st, HDC in the next 7 st and 2 HDC in the last st.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (18)

4-13.  1 HDC in each st around.  Sl st join and Ch1.  (18)

14.  HDC in first st.  *Ch2, skip 2.  HDC in next st.* repeat around.  FO and weave ends.  

For strap:

1.  Ch65.  SC in 2nd ch and across.  FO and weave ends.  

Weave strap in and out of last row of the bag and tie.  

For facial features:

1.  I used black yarn and made triangle-shaped eyes for the pumpkin and ghost and circular eyes for Frankenstein.  The nose for the pumpkin and Frankenstein are triangle-shaped. 

Triangle:

1.  Ch4.  SC in 2nd ch and next 2 ch.  Ch1 and turn.  (3)

2.  SC across.  Ch1 and turn.  (3)

3.  SC2tog, SC.  Ch1 and turn.  (2)

4.  SC2tog.  FO and leave tail for attaching.  (1) 

Circular:

1.  6 SC into MR.  Sl st join and FO.  Leave tail for attaching.  (6) 

Mouth:

1.  With black yarn, I just made chains and then SC in 2nd ch from hook and across.  FO and leave a long enough tail for attaching.  Make as long or as short as you like.  All 3 of mine are different sizes.  

Hair for Frankenstein:

I made the same way as the mouth.  

And, that's it for these little bags.  Use as soap savers, treat bags or mini/gift bags...

Happy Crocheting!!!

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Santa Ponytail Hat & Fingerless Gloves

Christmastime and cooler (and for some, very cold) weather will be here before we know it.  So, here's a cute Mrs. Santa Messy Bun/Ponytail Hat with matching Fingerless Gloves.  This set is super soft.  I used Red Heart Soft Yarn in Very Red and Red Heart Buttercup in white for the trim.

Mrs. Santa Ponytail Hat & Fingerless Gloves

 

 

 

 

 

Happy Crocheting...

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Infinity Scarf...

This Infinity Scarf, using the Arruga Stitch, worked up fairly quickly with the Bernat Softee Chunky yarn and a 10mm hook.  I used the colors - Natural and Glowing Gold.  I'm hoping to make either a matching Hat, Messy Bun/Ponytail Hat or a Ponytail Headband/Ear Warmer to go with it.

Infinity Scarf

 

 

 Infinity Scarf Free Pattern 

Difficulty Level:  Intermediate (since you are using post stitches)

Size:  4 1/2" wide x 5' long before joining ends together

Materials:
--10mm hook
--1 skein each of Bernat Softee Chunky Yarn in Natural and Glowing Gold
--tapestry needle for weaving

U.S. Stitch Abbreviations:
Ch:  chain
Sl st:  slip stitch
St: stitch(es)
SC:  single crochet
DC:  double crochet
FPSC:  front post single crochet
BPSC:  back post single crochet
FO:  fasten off
Rep:  repeat

Special Stitch:
1.  Arruga Stitch -Start with an even number of chains.  It uses a row of DC stitches, then a row of FPsc and BPsc stitches. Row of DC stitches, then a row of BPsc and FPsc stitches. Row of DC stitches. 

Directions:
1.  With Natural yarn and 10mm hook, Ch150.  DC in the 4th ch from the hook and across.  Ch1 and turn. 
2.  SC in the first st, *BPsc in next st, FPsc in next st.*  Rep from * to * across.  SC in the top of the ch3.  Ch1 and turn.
3.  DC in the first st and across.  Ch1 and turn.
4.  SC in the first st, *FPsc in next st, BPsc in next st.*  Rep from * to * across.  SC in the last st.  Ch1 and turn.
5.  DC in the first st and across.  FO, leave a tail for attaching the ends together.

Border/Trim:
1.  With Glowing Gold, SC in each st across the top and the bottom.  FO and weave ends. 

Assembly:
1.  Join ends together with a whipstich.

And, that's it for the Arruga Stitch.  If you want your Infinity Scarf to be wider, then continue to Repeat Rows 2-5.

Happy Crocheting...

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