The Bubbly Bobble Baby Blanket – Free Crochet Pattern

on July 18, 2018

The Bubbly Bobble Baby Blanket

July 18, 2018

As a school teacher, I find that the summer months are a wonderful opportunity to catch up on aspects of life that don’t revolve around classroom activities and responsibilities. And, as such, I decided to take this summer to get ahead on things in my crochet world. That included stocking up on some baby shower gifts so that I would be prepared if the need would arise during the school year.

I started by stocking up on Lion Brand’s Mandala yarn in preparation for some baby blanket creations. When I got my hands on some of the Wood Nymph colorway, I couldn’t wait to get to work! The colors in this yarn are gorgeous, and I love the way they blend with each other as the colors change!

I decided to stay simple with the stitching and let the yarn work its magic. By adding some bobbles along the way, this sweet blanket worked up quickly and beautifully with a little texture to travel along with the color changes.

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

Finished size: approximately 30” x 39”

My Materials:

weight 3 yarn: Mandala (Wood Nymph), 2 cakes – Color A
DIYarn (Cream), 1 skein – Color B (optional)
Hook H (5.00 mm), for blanket
Hook I (5.5 mm), for edging
tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
* – work directions between the 2 * on repeat, as stated for that round

Notes:

Here is the Bobble Stitch used in this pattern: *Yarn over, insert hook into the next stitch, yarn over, pull up loop, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on hook*, repeat 2 more times until there are 4 loops on hook, yarn over and pull through all 4 loops
When creating this blanket, I used 2 cakes of the same colorway of Lion Brand’s Mandala yarn. When purchasing the cakes, I bought 2 that were very similar in color changes, checking to make sure they began and ended with the same colors. I used the first cake as I usually do. However, when starting to use the second cake, I began it from the opposite end so that the coloring resulted in a mirrored effect rather than a repeated effect.

The Pattern

Blanket:

Using color A, ch 116

Row 1: Hdc in second chain and each remaining chain (115 hdc)

Row 2: ch 1, turn, hdc in the first stitch, *bobble stitch in the next stitch, hdc in the next 3 stitches*, repeat to the last 2 stitches, bobble stitch, hdc (86 hdc, 29 puffs)

Row 3: ch 1, turn, hdc across (115 hdc)

Row 4: ch 1, turn, hdc across (115 hdc)

Row 5: ch 1, turn, hdc in the first stitch, bobble stitch in the next, hdc across until 2 stitches remained, bobble stitch in the next, hdc in the last (113 hdc, 2 puffs)

Rows 6-119: Repeat rows 3-5

Row 120-121: Repeat rows 3-4

Row 122: Repeat row 2

Row 123: Repeat row 3

Finish off and tie in any ends.

Edging:

Using an I hook, attach color B (optional – you can use any remaining yarn from color A to work up the edging if you so desire) to any stitch in the middle of the last row worked. Single crochet in each stitch around, working 3 sc in each corner. Finish off and tie in ends.

Yarnfully Yours,

A Pocketful of Sunshine – Free Crochet Emoji Amigurumi Pattern

on July 10, 2018

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A Pocketful of Sunshine

July 10, 2018

About a month ago, the end of the school year was swiftly approaching, and I was busy collecting items for and packing summer goody bags for my students. And as I like to incorporate a handmade touch to my student gifts, I was also busy working up these little smiles.

These little friends are easy and quick to work up (in fact, they are very similar to my Classic Scrubby pattern). This was a perfect solution to the time crunch I faced as my to do list grew longer and the countdown grew shorter!

Adding the faces was a lot of fun and a great way to personalize the project for each student. I have a nice selection of eyes (and noses – notice the heart noses I re-purposed as eyes here) in my supplies, and by adding some black yarn and a red sharpie, I was able to create a slew of different expressions. I hope you have as much fun with this project as I did!

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

Finished size: approximately 3” in diameter

My Materials:

Hook G (4.00 mm)
DIYarn in yellow (I was able to get 5 of these little friends from one skein)
small amount of black yarn or embroidery thread
safety eyes (optional)
red sharpie (optional)
blunt tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
sc2tog – single crochet the next 2 stitches together
inc – work 2 single crochets into the next stitch
* – work directions between the 2 * on repeat, as stated for that round

The Pattern:

Round 1: working in a magic circle, sc 6 (6 sc)

Round 2: inc around (12 sc)

Round 3: *sc, inc* around (18 sc)

Round 4: *sc, sc, inc* around (24 sc)

Round 5: *sc, sc, sc, inc* around (30 sc)

Rounds 6-7: sc around (30 sc)

Round 8: *sc, sc, sc, sc2tog* around (24 sc)

Round 9: *sc, sc, sc2tog* around (18 sc)

Add face and stuffing.

Round 10: *sc, sc2tog* around (12 sc)

Round 11: *sc2tog* around (6 sc)

Fasten off. Close stitches and weave in end.

Yarnfully Yours,

Introducing Pocket Pals – A DIYarn Review

on July 3, 2018

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Introducing Pocket Pals

July 3, 2018

I recently came across these incredibly adorable skeins of yarn…

Aren’t they sweet? I have to say, I instantly fell in love with them! I picked up every color they had in store (I was at Hobby Lobby at the time). I then tracked them down on-line and ordered several more colors.

Now, I know these are small skeins, but they are reasonably priced. And I just seem to be attracted to things that come in small packages!

Let me tell you a little more about this recently discovered treasure of mine…

This is a fairly new yarn put out by Lion Brand.
There are quite a few colors available (24, according to Lion Brand’s website), including brights, pastels, and neutrals.
This is a weight 4 category yarn.
Each skein is 1.05 ounces (30 g) and contains 65 yards (60 m).
The yarn is 100% acrylic and is therefore machine washable and dryable.

I was inspired by this yarn! I began to envision mini-projects coming from these mini-skeins. I got right to work and began creating. So, stay tuned for my first design inspiration in what I hope will grow to be a new line of patterns…

Yarnfully Yours,

DISCLAIMER: This is an honest review of my personal findings and opinions of this product. I was in no way compensated by Lion Brand for this review.

Ridgeline Washcloth Series, Part 3 – Free Crochet Pattern

on May 14, 2018

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Ridgeline Washcloth Series, Part 3

May 14, 2018

Here is the third and final (at least for now) installment of the Ridgeline Washcloth Series. The speckled nature of the yarn makes it a little more difficult to clearly see the ridges when photographed, but the physical result is quite lovely. Since there are quite a few vertical lines in this piece, the cloth holds its shape a little more rigidly and is a bit sturdier as a final product.

Take a look at the resulting texture in this collection of stitches – I think I like the reverse side of this one as much as the front!

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

You can view part 1 of this series here and part 2 here.

Finished size: approximately 8 ½” x 8”

My Materials:

worsted weight cotton yarn, (a little more than ½ skein of Sugar ’n Cream – Potpourri Ombre was used)
Hook I (5.5 mm)
tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
FPDC – front post double crochet
BPDC – back post double crochet

Notes:

The ch 2 at the beginning of each row counts as the first dc, which means that the first stitch of the previous row is skipped over to compensate.
To make the washcloth wider, add stitches to your starting chain. To make the washcloth longer, add rows.
Due to the increased amount of FPDC and BPDC stitches worked, the finished cloth will measure slightly smaller than the others in this series, even though it is worked up with the same stitch count.

The Pattern:

Ch 30

Row 1: Dc in third chain from hook (the skipped chains count as the first dc) and each remaining chain across (29 dc)

Row 2: Ch 2 (counts as first dc of this row and every dc row throughout), turn, skip the first stitch, FPDC in second stitch, FPDC in next, dc in the next 2, FPDC in the next 2, dc in the 2, FPDC in the next 2, dc in the next 2, FPDC in the next 3, dc in the next 2, FPDC in next 2, dc in the next 2, FPDC in the next 2, dc in the next 2, FPDC in the next 2, dc in the starting ch of the previous row (29 dc)

Row 3: Ch 2 (counts as first dc of this row and every dc row throughout), turn, skip the first stitch, BPDC in second stitch, BPDC in next, dc in the next 2, BPDC in the next 2, dc in the next 2, BPDC in the next 2, dc in the next 2, BPDC in the next 3, dc in the next 2, BPDC in the next 2, dc in the next 2, BPDC in the next 2, dc in the next 2, BPDC in the next 2, dc in the starting ch of the previous row (29 dc)

Rows 4-15: Repeat rows 2 and 3 (29 dc)

Edging: Ch 1, turn, sc across to the last stitch, work 3 sc into the corner; continue down the side with 2 sc at the end of each row, work 3 sc into the corner; sc across the bottom edge, work 3 sc into the corner; continue up the last side with 2 sc at the end of each row, work 2 sc into the last corner

(The sample photo shows 2 rows of sc at the base of the washcloth, resulting in a thicker bottom edging than what is seen on the remaining three sides of the cloth.)

Finish off and tie in ends.

Yarnfully Yours,

Ridgeline Washcloth Series, Part 2 – Free Crochet Pattern

on May 7, 2018

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Ridgeline Washcloth Series, Part 2

May 7, 2018

The first washcloth in this Ridgeline Series can be viewed here, featuring two pairs of ridges that travel along the outer sides of the cloth. Today I have part 2 of this series for you, which features these ridges not just along the outer edges but also through the center of the cloth. This is my personal favorite from this series (but, shhhhh, don’t tell the others!).

And, just as in part 1 of this series, there is a fun texture on the back of your finished piece as well!

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

Finished size: approximately 9” x 8 ½”

My Materials:

worsted weight cotton yarn, (a little more than ½ skein of Sugar ’n Cream – Lavender was used)
Hook I (5.5 mm)
tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
FPDC – front post double crochet
BPDC – back post double crochet

Notes:

The ch 2 at the beginning of each row counts as the first dc, which means that the first stitch of the previous row is skipped over to compensate.
To make the washcloth wider, add stitches to your starting chain. To make the washcloth longer, add rows.

The Pattern:

Ch 30

Row 1: Dc in third chain from hook (the skipped chains count as the first dc) and each remaining chain across (29 dc)

Row 2: Ch 2 (counts as first dc of this row and every dc row throughout), turn, skip the first stitch, FPDC in second stitch, FPDC in next, dc in the next 9, FPDC, dc, FPDC, dc, FPDC, dc in the next 9, FPDC in next 2, dc in the starting ch of the previous row (29 dc)

Row 3: Ch 2, turn, skip the first stitch, BPDC in second stitch, BPDC in next, dc in the next 9, BPDC, dc, BPDC, dc, BPDC, dc in the next 9, BPDC in next 2, dc in the starting ch of the previous row (29 dc)

Rows 4-15: Repeat rows 2 and 3 (29 dc)

Finish off and tie in ends.

Yarnfully Yours,

Ridgeline Washcloth Series, Part 1 – Free Crochet Pattern

on April 30, 2018

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Ridgeline Washcloth Series, Part 1

April 30, 2018

When looking for a more mindless project to work on during a more mindful movie or a simple project to take on the go, one of my go to projects is a washcloth. While I typically make my washcloths with rows of half double crochet worked in the front loop only, I thought I’d give something new a try.

To add a more textured scrubby effect, I played around with working in the front and back post of double crochet stitches. This produces a ridged line traveling up the sides of the front of the washcloth, and it even results in a fun, mini-ridged texture on the back!

After my first washcloth was complete, I continued with a couple more that added additional ridges in the center portion of the cloth. And hence the Ridgeline Washcloth Series came to be!

This post will release the first of three washcloths incorporating the use of front and back post double crochet.

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

Finished size: approximately 9” x 8 ½”

My Materials:

worsted weight cotton yarn, (a little more than ½ skein of Sugar ’n Cream – Hot Purple was used)
Hook I (5.5 mm)
tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
FPDC – front post double crochet
BPDC – back post double crochet

Notes:

The ch 2 at the beginning of each row counts as the first dc, which means that the first stitch of the previous row is skipped over to compensate.
To make the washcloth wider, add stitches to your starting chain. To make the washcloth longer, add rows.

The Pattern:

Ch 30

Row 1: Dc in third chain from hook (the skipped chains count as the first dc) and each remaining chain across (29 dc)

Row 2: Ch 2 (counts as first dc of the row), turn, skip the first stitch, FPDC in second stitch, FPDC in next stitch, dc in the next 23 stitches, FPDC in next 2 stitches, dc in the starting ch of the previous row (29 dc)

Row 3: Ch 2, turn, skip the first stitch, BPDC in the next 2 stitches, dc in the next 23, BPDC in the next 2, dc in the starting ch of the previous row (29 dc)

Rows 4-15: Repeat rows 2 and 3 (29 dc)

Finish off and tie in ends.

Yarnfully Yours,

Second-Winter Scarf – Free Crochet Pattern

on April 2, 2018

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Second-Winter Scarf

April 2, 2018

While I completed this project months ago, I never got around to posting the final product. When I woke up to winter wonderland again this morning (yes, it’s April 2 and still snowing), I decided it must not be too late! And since it is spring according to the calendar, who knows, you just might be able to find the yarn on winter clearance at your local craft stores.

I received this fun, eclectic yarn back in October for my birthday from my wonderful brother (so grateful my family supports my love of yarn!), and I was excited to see how it worked up. I enjoyed playing around with it and loved how quickly it worked up.

With a simple stitch pattern, the yarn does all the work in creating a stunning, interesting finished piece. Look at the different textures right on one skein!

If you happen to be in an area that seems to be stuck in winter like I am, you can work up this scarf in no time and maybe even get some mileage out of it before packing up for the season!

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

Finished size: 5” x 55”

My Materials:

Bernat Mix Home (Wedgewood) – 1 skein
hook L (8 mm)
tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

BLO – back loop only
ch – chain
sc – single crochet
extsc – extended single crochet

Notes:

Work in the back loop only to complete rows 2-10.
When working with the blue “crimpy” yarn portions of the skein, work a normal single crochet (this cuts down on differing gauge).

Special stitch – extended single crochet (extsc):

Insert hook into the next stitch.
Yarn over and pull up a loop (2 loops on hook).
Yarn over and pull through the first loop on hook (still 2 loops on hook).
Yarn over and pull through both loops to finish stitch.

The Pattern:

Ch 111

Row 1: extended sc into 2^nd chain and all the rest, ch 1, turn (110 extsc)

Work in back loop only for the remainder of the project.

Rows 2-9: BLO, extsc in each stitch across, ch 1, turn (110 extsc)

Row 10: BLO, extsc into each stitch across (100 extsc)

Finish off and weave in ends.

Yarnfully Yours,

Jolly Jellybeans – Free Amigurumi Pattern

on March 25, 2018

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Jolly Jellybeans

March 25, 2018

With Easter just a week away, I’ve been busy stitching up these jolly jellybeans to add to my students’ Easter goodie bags. They work up quite quickly, and, using small amounts of yarn for each, they are another great stash-busting project. I had fun playing around with the stitching of their mouths and the placement of their facial features to produce slightly different expressions.

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

Finished size: approximately 3 ½” x 1 ½”

My Materials:

worsted weight yarn (pictured in Red Heart Super Saver – Medium Purple, Petal Pink, Spring Green, Bright Yellow, and Pumpkin)
Hook F (3.75 mm)
6 mm safety eyes
fiber fill
tapestry needle
small amount of black yarn or embroidery thread to sew on mouth

Abbreviations:

sc – single crochet
dec – (decrease) single crochet the next 2 stitches together
inc – (increase) work 2 single crochets into the next stitch
* – work directions between the 2 * on repeat, as stated for that round

Notes:

The piece is worked in the round.
I added my safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8.
After the face is applied, stuff throughout the remainder of the project.

The Pattern:

Round 1: In magic ring, sc 6 (6 sc)

Round 2: Inc around (12 sc)

Round 3: *Inc, sc* around (18 sc)

Rounds 4-7: Sc around (18 sc)

Round 8: Inc in the first stitch, sc in the remainder of the round (19 sc)

Round 9: Inc, sc in the next 7, dec, dec, sc in the next 7 (18 sc)

Round 10: Inc, sc in the next 7, dec, dec, sc in the next 6 (17 sc)

Round 11: Inc in the first stitch, sc in the remainder of the round (18 sc)

Insert safety eyes between rounds 7 and 8. Embroider on mouth. Stuff as you go.

Round 12: Sc in next 10, inc, sc in next 7 (19 sc)

Round 13: Dec, sc in next 8, inc, sc in next 8 (19 sc)

Round 14: Dec over the next 2 stitches, sc in the remainder of the round (18 sc)

Rounds 15-17: Sc around (18 sc)

Round 18: *Dec, sc * around (12 sc)

Round 19: Dec around (6 sc)

Finish off, close, stitches, and sew in the end.

Yarnfully Yours,

Happy Crayons – Free Amigurumi Pattern

on August 31, 2017

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Happy Crayons

August 31, 2017

It’s back to school season, and that has me thinking about school supplies. There’s pencils, folders, glue sticks, crayons, and something that has become a tradition for me in my years as a first grade teacher – first day student gifts.

I enjoy sending a little goodie bag home with my students at the end of the first day, and I want to incorporate a homemade item this year. Something small would be nice, small enough that I can convert it into a keychain that can be clipped on their backpacks to be enjoyed all year long. That’s where these happy little guys come in…

I ordered some inexpensive key chain rings to attach, and I’m rather pleased with the resulting gift ready to be shared!

You can add this pattern to your Ravelry queue here or Pin It for later here.

Finished size: approximately 5 ½” x 1”

My Materials:

worsted weight yarn, 1 color in 2 different shades (referred to as darker color and lighter color throughout the pattern)
black worsted weight yarn
6 mm safety eyes
fiber fill
Hook F (3.75 mm)
tapestry needle
swivel lobster key chain

Abbreviations:

BLO – back loop only
FLO – front loop only
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dec – (decrease) single crochet the next 2 stitches together
inc – (increase) work 2 single crochets into the next stitch
* – work directions between the 2 * on repeat, as stated for that round

Notes:

Join at the top of the chain with a slip stitch to end each round.
Do not count the join as a stitch.
Stuff as you go.

The Pattern:

begin with darker color

Round 1: in magic ring, ch 2, sc 4, join in ch using sl st (4 sc)

Round 2: BLO ch 2, inc, sc, inc, sc, join with sl st (6 sc)

Round 3: ch 2, *inc, sc, sc* around, join with sl st (8 sc)

Round 4: ch 2, *inc, sc, sc, sc* around, join with sl st (10 sc)

Round 5: ch 2, *sc, sc, inc, sc, sc* around, join with sl st (12 sc)

Round 6: FLO ch 2, *inc, sc, sc, sc, sc, sc* around, join with sl st (14 sc)

Round 7: BLO ch 2, sc around, join with sl st (14 sc)

change to lighter color

Rounds 8-9: ch 2, sc around, join with sl st (14 sc)

change to black

Round 10: ch 2, sc around, join with sl st (14 sc)

change to lighter color

Rounds 11-14: ch 2, sc around, join with sl st (14 sc)

insert safety eyes between rows 12 and 13

Rounds 15-19: ch 2, sc around, join with sl st (14 sc)

sew on mouth using black yarn or embroidery floss

change to black

Round 20: ch 2, sc around, join with sl st (14 sc)

change to lighter color

Rounds 21-22: ch 2, sc around, join with sl st (14 sc)

change to darker color

Rounds 23-24: ch 2, sc around, join with sl st (14 sc)

Round 25: BLO ch 2, *dec, sc*4 times, dec, join with sl st (9 sc)

Finish off, close stitches, and sew in any ends.

Make your favorite color or make up a whole box of crayons. They are quick to make and sure to spread cheer!

Yarnfully Yours,

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The Classic Scrubby – Free Pattern

on August 4, 2017

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The Classic Scrubby

August 4, 2017

I first began making the Classic Scrubby when a family friend came to me in her desperate search for them. She had used these for years, finding them at local craft shows, but had been unable to find them anywhere for a while. She was on her last remaining scrubby from her previously shopped stash and was loathe to part with it before finding a new supplier.

After she explained that they were made from nylon mesh netting and were safe on all pots and pans, I told her I would look into it. I was unsuccessful in finding the netting for quite some time until one day I happened to stumble across the material needed and gave it a go.

After playing around with a couple of different patterns, I worked this adapted pattern for the perfect sized scrubby.

Give the Classic Scrubby a try – it does wonders on those stubborn dirty dishes!

Pattern Note: Beginning in round 2, you will work stitches in the back loop only to give you the nice spiral line you see running from the center of the scrubby as seen in the photo above.

Finished size: approximately 3.5” in diameter (different color net works up slightly differently to slightly change the finished size)

My Materials:

100% Nylon Net (3 in. wide)
Hook J (6.0 mm)
blunt tapestry needle

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
sc2tog – single crochet the next 2 stitches together
inc – work 2 single crochets into the next stitch
* – work directions between the 2 * on repeat, as stated for that round

The Pattern:

Round 1: working in a magic circle, sc 6 (6 sc)

For the remainder of the pattern, work in the back loops only.

Round 2: inc around (12 sc)

Round 3: *sc, inc* around (18 sc)

Round 4: *sc, sc, inc* around (24 sc)

Round 5: *sc, sc, sc, inc* around (30 sc)

Round 6: *sc, sc, sc, sc2tog* around (24 sc)

Round 7: *sc, sc, sc2tog* around (18 sc)

Round 8: *sc, sc2tog* around (12 sc)

Round 9: *sc2tog* around (6 sc)

Fasten off. Close stitches and weave in end.

Enjoy using your new favorite scrubby!

Yarnfully Yours,

Disclaimer: While I have found them to be effective, without causing damage, on a variety of pots and pans, please use these scrubbies at your own discretion and own risk.

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