Eloise Earwarmer - Knitting Pattern

I had some small 50g skeins of yarn that I didn't know what to do with. I figured I had enough yardage for an earwarmer so I designed this Eloise Earwarmer pattern and it came out just like I wanted!

Here is some more info about the pattern:

Sizes:

Adult (You can easily adjust the length to fit larger or smaller as needed)

Materials:

Size 7 (4.5mm) US needles

Worsted Weight Yarn #4, or for a slightly wider/thicker version use Aran Weight
Cable Needle
Stitch Markers
Scissors
Needle for weaving in ends
Optional – Small length of scrap yarn for provisional cast on

Gauge:

Earwarmer measures approximately 3.25 inches wide.

I tend to knit tightly, so check your gauge and adjust needle size accordingly.

You can purchase the Eloise Earwarmer on my Ravelry shop here.

I would love to see your Eloise Earwarmers! Tag me on instagram @craftsbysarahliz so I can see your work!

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from this pattern. I would appreciate links back to my blog, Ravelry, or Etsy shop to credit me as the designer.

- You may not use my photos.

- You may not share this pattern, but please share the listing link so your friends can buy it too.

- You may not sell this pattern, distribute it, or claim it as your own.

© 2019 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Windmill Face Scrubby - Free Crochet Pattern

I ran out of cotton pads to wash my face, and with a two month old baby, I rarely go out unless I have to. So since I didn't want to go to the store to replace them right away, I had to figure out something else. I had a stash of partially used skeins of cotton yarn so I decided to play around and make my own reusable ones. I came up with 4 face scrubby patterns that I will be sharing here on my blog every Friday, starting today, and the next 3 weeks. I am calling it Face Scrubby Friday!

The first week of Face Scrubby Friday is the Windmill pattern. I wanted a scrubby that had a little texture to it, and using the Front Post Double Crochet stitch seemed like the way to go.

Materials:

G Hook (4mm)

Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn #4 (like Lily Sugar and Cream yarn)
Scissors
Needle for weaving in ends

Gauge:
Scrubby measures approximately 3 ½ inches.
I tend to crochet tightly, so check your gauge and adjust hook size accordingly.

Abbreviations (US terms):
CH - Chain
Sl St – Slip Stitch
DC – Double Crochet
FPDC – Front Post Double Crochet
RSC – Reverse Single Crochet (also known as Crab Stitch)
St(s) – Stitch(es)
RS – Right Side
WS – Wrong Side

Notes:
Repeat sections are notated with *  *
Ch 3 counts as a DC
Magic Ring Tutorial: https://craftykittycrochet.com/2018/07/30/magic-ring-a-photo-tutorial/
Reverse Single Crochet/Crab Stitch Tutorial: http://www.sigonimacaroni.com/crab-stitch-crochet-tutorial/ 

Instructions:

Magic Ring

1. Ch 3 (counts as DC), DC 11 in ring. Pull ring tight to close. Sl st to top of ch 3 to join. (12 sts)

2. Ch 3 (counts as DC), FPDC around ch 3 from previous round. *DC in the top of the next st, FPDC around the SAME st.* Repeat around. Sl st to top of ch 3 to join. (24 sts)

3. Ch 3 (counts as DC), DC in the top of the next st, FPDC around the SAME st. *DC in the top of the next st. DC in the top of the next st. FPDC around the SAME st.* Repeat around. Sl st to top of ch 3 to join. (36 sts)

4. Ch 1 (does NOT count as st), SC in same st. RSC around. Cut yarn and join to 1^st SC. 

Finishing:

Weave in any remaining ends.

I would love to see your Windmill Face Scrubbies! Tag me on instagram @craftsbysarahliz so I can see your work!

Here are all the patterns in the Face Scrubby Friday series:

Week 1: Windmill Face Scrubby

Week 2: Sunburst Face Scrubby

Week 3: Puffy Clouds Face Scrubby

Week 4: Flower Face Scrubby

(This post may contain affiliate links. See my full affiliate disclosure here.)

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from this pattern. I would appreciate links back to my blog, Ravelry, or Etsy shop to credit me as the designer.

- You may not use my photos.

- You may not sell this pattern, distribute it, or claim it as your own.

© 2019 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Cecilia Knit Scarf - Knitting Pattern

I wanted a scarf that would coordinate with my Cecilia hat pattern. It took me a few tries, but I eventually settled on a pattern that I loved.

Here are some pattern details:

Sizes:

Adult – One Size

Materials:

Size 15 (10mm) US needles

2 skeins Super Bulky Yarn #6 (Wool Ease Thick n Quick) – I used approximately 152 yards, about 1.5 skeins

Scissors

Needle for weaving in ends

You can purchase the pattern on my Ravelry store here.

I would love to see your scarves! Tag me on instagram @craftsbysarahliz so I can see your work!

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from this pattern. I would appreciate links back to my blog, Ravelry, or Etsy shop to credit me as the designer.

- You may not use my photos.

- You may not share this pattern, but please share the listing link so your friends can buy it too.

- You may not sell this pattern, distribute it, or claim it as your own.

© 2019 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Reagan Earwarmer - Free Knitting Pattern

What do you do with 66 yards of yarn? I made a hat using some yarn that my husband put in my Christmas stocking. I had used over 2 thirds of it and really wanted to find something to do with the rest so I didn't end up adding to my box of leftover yarn. And that is how the Reagan Earwarmer pattern was born! See below for the free pattern!

You can also find a free pdf of the pattern in my Ravelry shop here.

Sizes:

Adult – One Size

Materials:

Size 7 (4.5mm) 16” circular needles

Worsted Weight Yarn #4 – I used a little less than 66 yards

1 ¼  inch button

Scissors

Needle for weaving in ends

Gauge:

22 sts in 1x2 ribbing pattern = 4 inches. This is BEFORE stretch.

The ribbing pattern is super stretchy so it will look small (my earwarmer measures between 15 and 16 inches before stretch, but it stretches to fit my 22.5 inch head nicely)

I tend to knit tightly, so check your gauge and adjust needle size accordingly.

Abbreviations:

CO – Cast on

K – Knit

Purl – Purl

St(s) – Stitch(es)

RS – Right Side

WS – Wrong Side

Notes:

To adjust size, cast on in multiples of 3.

I used the long-tail cast on method.

For binding off, either bind of loosely, or use a super stretchy bind off like this:

https://shop.mybluprint.com/knitting/article/super-stretchy-bind-off/

Instructions:

Cast on 90 sts (long-tail cast on). Join to start working in the round.

*K1, p2* repeat around

Keep repeating 1x2 ribbing until it measures approximately 4 inches from cast on edge.

Bind off loosely, or use super stretchy bind off (see link above)

Finishing:

Cut yarn, leaving long tail. Pinch the earwarmer and sew with the yarn tail (see photo below). Sew on button of choice.

I would love to see your earwarmers! Tag me on instagram @craftsbysarahliz so I can see your work!

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from this pattern. I would appreciate links back to my blog, Ravelry, or Etsy shop to credit me as the designer.

- You may not use my photos.

- You may not sell this pattern, distribute it, or claim it as your own.

© 2019 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Cecilia Hat - Knitting Pattern

In September 2018 I introduced a new hat to my Etsy shop. I called it the Cecilia Hat. It ended up being my most popular item ever! I decided that such a great hat needs to be written up so fellow knitters can make them too.

This hat features so much texture and detail. I used Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick (Gray Marble has been a customer favorite), and size 13 (9mm) needles. I topped it off with the furriest of my furry poms, and voila! The Cecilia in all its awesomeness. You can get the pattern on my Ravelry or Etsy shop.

For the non-knitters, you can purchased the actual hat in my Etsy shop. 

For fellow knitters, here is some info for you about the pattern:

With the purchase of this pattern, you will receive an 8 page pdf file with the knitting instructions to make your very own Cecilia hat. Instructions include written instructions for 6 different sizes ranging from Newborn to Adult!

Pattern is in US terms

Materials:

Size 13 (9mm) US needles, double pointed and 16” circular

1 Skein Bulky Yarn #6 (Wool Ease Thick n Quick)

Large Stitch Markers

Scissors

Needle for weaving in ends

Optional – Large Pom Pom Maker, or Faux Fur Pom Pom

I would love to see your Cecilia hats! Tag me on Instagram @craftsbysarahliz so I can see your work!

*Permissions*

- You are free to sell what you make from this pattern. I would appreciate links back to my blog or Etsy shop to credit me as the designer.

- You may not use my photos.

- You may not share this pattern, but please share the listing link so your friends can buy it too.

- You may not sell this pattern, distribute it, or claim it as your own.

© 2019 Sarah Gross - Crafts by Sarah Liz

Chicken Noodle Soup

The winter months always mean colds and other sickness for my family. One of my kids is usually the first to present with the symptoms. And then the cycle of sharing germs with the rest of the family begins. Nothing tastes better during sickness than some good old homemade chicken noodle soup. While I can never really get mine to taste as good as my mom's soup (mama always makes the best soup!), I figured out a recipe that we all like. Even my picky children will eat it!

Ingredients

2 Tbsp olive oil

1 large chicken breast

Salt and pepper

Half a small onion diced

1 rib celery chopped

1 large carrot peeled and chopped

3 cloves garlic minced

8 cups chicken broth

Fresh poultry herbs (sage, rosemary, thyme) bundled with kitchen twine

8 oz pasta or egg noodles

Salt to taste

Directions

Heat olive oil over medium heat in Dutch oven or large pot. Slice chicken breast in half to make thinner fillets. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Brown in pot until lightly browned on both sides, about 3 minutes each side (adjust time if fillets are thicker or thinner). Remove and set aside.

Add onion, celery, and carrots to oil and saute for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add broth and bundle of herbs. Raise heat and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until carrots are tender. Add noodles and cook until tender. Add more broth if needed. Remove herb bundle. Add chopped chicken and cook until heated/cooked through. Finish with salt to taste. Wishing you a tasty and healthy year! ~Sarah Liz

Sweet Potato Hash

I have a confession to make. I do not like sweet potatoes! Every Thanksgiving and Christmas there would be either sweet potatoes or yams. I could not bring myself to eat them. As an adult now, I have found that if I have to eat sweet potatoes, I prefer my sweet potatoes to be cooked as a savory dish, not a "sweet" dish. Now, even though I do not like sweet potatoes, I have actually found a dish where I LOVE sweet potatoes! Shocking!

I have been on a recent health kick, and have been doing a low-carb lifestyle. Therefore my preferred starchy potatoes are out, and healthier sweet potatoes are in. I was making a smoked sausage and potato hash for the kids (and the hubby), so I decided to cook my sweet potatoes just like their starchy ones and make a hash of my own. I was not sure if I was going to like it, but I ended up absolutely loving it! I made it again the next day (minus the smoked sausage) and it was just as good. So here I am sharing it with all of you because even if you do not like sweet potatoes, you may just like this sweet potato hash like I do.

**Ingredients**
(This is for a multiple serving hash. I cut these in half for a serving just for me.)
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
1 Onion, diced
1 Green Bell Pepper, diced
2 Sweet Potatoes, peeled and diced
1 lb Turkey Smoked Sausage, diced
Big handful of Spinach
Salt
Pepper
Season Salt (optional)

**Directions**
In a large frying pan over medium low heat, heat olive oil. Saute onions and peppers in olive oil with salt and pepper. Saute until soft, this should take a few minutes. Remove the onions and peppers from the pan. Add a little more olive oil. Add diced sweet potatoes. Add salt, pepper, and season salt (optional). Fry in pan until brown. Only stir occasionally, otherwise they will not brown well. When golden brown, add onions and peppers back in. Add sausage. Cook for a few minutes. Add spinach. Saute until spinach is wilted, this only takes a minute or two. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

The lesson I have learned with sweet potatoes is that I should not be afraid to try different things. Maybe I will start experimenting with other foods that I thought I did not like and end up finding amazing new recipes. I would love to know your thoughts, drop a comment below!

Happy Cooking!
~Sarah Liz