As it always happens, the end of the year gets really busy. I am blessed to have so many orders to keep me busy, but it does delay pattern releases. At any rate, I have a new beanie pattern for you today. The Frankie Beanie! You may remember my Frankie Bloomers crochet pattern that I released last year. I had to make a coordinating beanie pattern, and I love how it turned out!
I am so excited to be a part of the Christmas Gift Blog Hop. If you crochet and need some Christmas gift ideas, this blog hop is the perfect opportunity to grab some amazing patterns for free. And they are all projects that can be completed in a few days so you can get those Christmas lists finished.
I am sharing my Taylor Beanie crochet pattern as a free pdf download. I love textured crochet. Even if the design is simple in construction, textured stitches can add so much detail and beauty. This pattern uses mainly front and back post stitches to create the texture. The pattern includes 3 sizes, Baby, Toddler, and Adult, so you can make it for the whole family!
One of my goals for 2020 was to be more consistent with pattern designing, and especially to create more crochet patterns. I have released nearly 30 patterns so far this year. And with the Taylor Beanie today, I have now released my 18th crochet pattern this year. I am very excited about this pattern. I love patterns with texture, and this pattern uses front post and back post stitches all throughout the pattern, creating gorgeous texture.
You can find the patterns in my Ravelry and Etsy shops. And if you want a discount code, I have a VIP group on Facebook that gets all the best deals and coupons, and even some freebies! Keep reading for more info on what to expect with purchase of this pattern.
This pattern comes in 3 sizes Baby (0-6m), Toddler (1-2 years), and Adult.
Materials:
H Hook (5mm)
I Hook (5.5mm)
Worsted Weight Yarn #4 (Caron Simply Soft) Approximately 100-150 yards
Scissors
Needle for weaving in ends
Optional – Pom pom maker, or furry pom
FHDC (Foundation Half Double Crochet)
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/459085755770169403/
FPDC and BPDC Tutorial:
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/459085755766469437/
I would love to see your Taylor Beanies! Tag me on Instagram @craftsbysarahliz so I can see your work! Thank you for purchasing my pattern. Your support of my small business is truly appreciated!
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When fall gets close, everyone goes nuts for pumpkins. Pumpkin Spice, pumpkin decor, and my favorite, pumpkin knitting and crochet projects. I've made quite a few crochet pumpkin beanies, but I wanted to design a knitting pattern for a pumpkin beanie. And since I am obsessed with cables, I could not resist throwing some into the design. This is a good pattern for cable beginners. It is a simple cable, and works up quickly with the thick yarn.
I absolutely love how it turned out! A couple of my test knitters even made the hat in cream, and now I want to as well! This pattern comes in 6 sizes from newborn to adult. Look below for more information on what to expect with purchase of the pattern.
Materials:
Size 13 (9mm) US needles, 16” circulars and dpn’s (or longer circulars for magic loop)
Size 15 (10 mm) US needles, 16” circulars and dpn’s (or longer circulars for magic loop)
Super Bulky Yarn #6 (Wool Ease Thick & Quick) 1 skein in pumpkin, small amounts of green
Stitch Markers
Cable Needle
Scissors
Needle for weaving in ends
Tape Measure – For checking gauge, and length during pattern
Today is the final installment of Washcloth Wednesday! Today's pattern is the Windmill Washcloth. This one was a little more work to get just right. The pattern is based off of my Windmill Face Scrubby, but the scrubby is round. After a couple tries, I ended up with this pattern, and I love how it looks! Don't forget to grab your copy of the Spa Collection E-book. It's on sale for 50% off through Friday!
Materials:
H Hook (5mm)
Worsted Weight Cotton Yarn #4
Scissors
Needle for weaving in ends
Abbreviations (US terms):
Ch - Chain
Sl st – Slip Stitch
SC – Single Crochet
DC – Double Crochet
FPDC – Front Post Double Crochet
St(s) – Stitch(es)
RS – Right Side
WS – Wrong Side
Notes:
Based on my tension, washcloth measures approximately 8 inches. You can use a larger or smaller hook to adjust the size, or repeat round 6 until you reach desired size.
Magic Ring Tutorial:
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/459085755768457963/
FPDC Tutorial:
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/459085755766469437/
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make Magic Ring. 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 3 (counts as DC), DC in the top of the next 2 sts. FPDC around the SAME st. *DC in the top of the next 3 sts. FPDC around the SAME st.* Repeat * * around. Sl st to top of Ch 3 to join. (48 sts)
5. Ch 3 (counts as DC).
Corner #1
In next st (2DC, FPDC around same st. Working behind the FPDC, 2DC in the same st). See photos below to help.
Side #1
DC in next st. FPDC around next st. *DC in next 3 sts, FPDC around next st*. Repeat * *one more time. DC in next st.
Corner #2
In next st create corner #2 by repeating instructions for corner #1.
Side #2
Repeat instructions for side #1
Corner #3
In next st create corner #3 by repeating instructions for corner #1.
Side #3
Repeat instructions for side #1
Corner #4
In next st create corner #4 by repeating instructions for corner #1.
Side #4
Repeat instructions for side #1. After making the final FPDC for the side, join with sl st to the top of the Ch3 at the beginning of the round.
6. Ch 3 (counts as DC), DC in each DC from previous round until you get to the corner FPDC.
Corner #1
In the corner FPDC, work corner #1 from round 5.
Side #1
DC in each DC, and FPDC around each FPDC along the side until you get to the next corner FPDC.
Corner #2
Repeat corner instructions.
Continue each side and corner around. Join with Sl st to top of Ch 3.
7.-8. Repeat round 6
9. Ch 1, SC in same st. SC in next 8 sts. *(SC, Ch 1, SC) in corner FPDC. SC in each st across side to next corner FPDC.* Repeat * * 3 more times, ending with Sl st to first SC to join.
Finishing:
Weave in any remaining ends.
