by Jessie
on February 26, 2015
Skylark in Wonderland
Free Crochet Pattern
Easy/Intermediate Skill Level
Designed by Jessie Rayot for Frabjous Fibers
After designing the Skylark scarf, I had a few ideas for a spin~off pattern. The opportunity to bring life to the idea came when I was contacted by Frabjous Fibers to make a version using 2 of their mini~skein packs of Mad Hatter (sport weight). It was a perfect pairing, and I am madly in love with the result!
Size:
11.5″ tall, approx 67″ wingspan
Yarn:
Wonderland Yarns Mad Hatter Mini Skein packs:
1 Dark Rainbow part 1
1 Neon part 2
Hook:
G/6/4.0 mm
Gauge:
20 sts by 11 rows in 4″ in double crochet ~ use whatever size hook is necessary to obtain gauge.
Other Notions:
yarn needle
Stitches and Skills used:
ch ~ chain
sc ~ single crochet
hdc ~ half double crochet
dc ~ double crochet
st(s) ~ stitch(es)
*optional stitches*
Fsc ~ foundation single crochet
Fhdc ~ foundation half double crochet
Fdc ~ foundation double crochet
Getting Started: [click to continue…]
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by Jessie
on February 25, 2015
There are so many uses for triangles in crochet. Shawls, bunting, head kerchiefs, afghans, even parts of clothing. Today I have collected some crochet patterns that use triangles for you to enjoy!
Here are the names and links of each pattern, along with a little something that each designer has to say about them. [click to continue…]
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by Jessie
on February 24, 2015
Fleece Flair Skirt
Free Knit Pattern
Easy Skill Level
Designed by Jessie Rayot
This adorable fleece skirt is just perfect for wearing over leggings or tights on a cold day. It works up very quickly, so you can delight the little girl in your life in no time at all! The waist has a tie string, so it fits for a long time. I have also included a bonus scarf pattern for you.
Size:
Child medium
Waist 16~22″
Hip 20~28″
Skirt length 12″
Yarn:
Fleece yarn ~ 300 g for skirt and scarf together.
Premier yarns, Deborah Norville, Cuddle Fleece used in samples seen.
Needle:
US 13/9 mm
Gauge:
11 sts in 4″ of stockinet stitch
Stitches and Skills used:
K ~ Knit
yo ~ yarn over
K2tog ~ Knit 2 together
st(s) ~ stitch(es)
Getting Started:Use a different marker as the round marker so that you always know when you have come to the end. If you only have one kind of marker, place 2 next to each other for the round marker.
To make the skirt longer, add more repeats of the rows marked with **. Remember that making the skirt longer will take more yarn.
Designer Notes: [click to continue…]
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by Jessie
on February 23, 2015
To read about the Jake’s Blankie CAL (Crochet ALong) and to find the links to each week’s post,click here. The intro post will also give you all the yarn info for the blanket, and other links that may help. I have created an event in my Facebook page to share photos and ask questions. You can find the event here.
This week we will be making the last Kismet square!! Next week we will begin the border!
If you need a refresher on the Join As You Go method, find that here.
Square #12: [click to continue…]
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by Jessie
on February 22, 2015
Every Sunday night I post a link blast of knit and crochet goodies on Twitter and Facebook. Here is a copy of the Feb 22, 2015 link blast.
17 UNIQUE FREE CROCHET BASKET PATTERNS AND 30 WAYS TO USE THEM #CrochetPattern #RoundUp from @SCCelinaLane
Casino Wallet for Purse or Belt #FreeCrochetPattern
Bountiful Butterflies #FreeCrochetPattern from @becraftsy
Kitty Skull n Bones Applique #FreeCrochetPattern
DAY 48: TODDLER ROUNDUP. #CrochetPattern #RoundUp
Biscotte Rainbow Shawl #FreeKnitPattern from @beCraftsy
DAY 50: AMISH INSPIRED HAT #FreeCrochetPattern
Featured Designer & Free Pattern Review! from @hookdhaberdashr
Ink Ripples Kit #CrochetKit from @beCraftsy
Wedding Dog Collars #FreeCrochetPattern from @PoshPoochDesign [click to continue…]
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by Jessie
on February 19, 2015
Chained to Infinity
Free Crochet Pattern
Easy Skill Level
Designed by Jessie Rayot
I love those big infinity scarves with solid sections and open sections. Chained to Infinity is my version of one of those fun scarves. It has alternating angled single crochet sections and chain sections. I made my sample in a color that is similar to Pantone’s 2015 Color of the Year: Marsala.
Size:
65″ around and 5 1/2″ wide (make the scarf wider by making more rounds)
Yarn:
Berroco Vintage Chunky ~ 2 skeins of color 6181 used in the sample in the pictures
Hook:
US J/10/6.00 mm
Gauge:
13 sts 14 rows in a 4″ square in single crochet
Stitches and Skills used:
ch ~ chain
sl st ~ slip stitch
sc ~ single crochet
st(s) ~ stitch(es)
Getting Started:
At the end of every round, the stitch count is listed in between {brackets}, this will help you determine if you have worked the round correctly.
For the first few rounds you will want to be very careful that you do not twist your scarf, it is quite easy to accidentally add a twist at first, but after a few rounds it stays in place better.
If your finished piece is curling a bit (mine was) you may need to block it.
Pattern: [click to continue…]
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by Jessie
on February 18, 2015
Slouch hats!! Slouch hats have become wildly popular over the past few years. So, I thought you may like a little round up of crochet slouch hat patterns.
Here are the names and links of each pattern, along with a little something that each designer has to say about them. [click to continue…]
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