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Silver Ruby Hat

Silver Ruby Hat

by | Mar 22, 2019 | Crochet, Free Patterns

Happy Friday, Everyone! 

We are entering spring break over here, and I am actually pretty excited to just spend a week at home with the kids! Although, I noticed yesterday that cleaning and sorting the kid’s playroom cannot be delayed any longer. Much to my dismay, as this is my least favourite chore!

First, however, we have a full fun day planned tomorrow with an epic breakfast, movie, games, and all that fun. We are all looking forward to that!

 

Last week when we were “down south” (if anywhere in Canada could be considered as “south”), we finally visited Wolseley Wool, a local yarn store that sells a lot of locally sourced/dyed yarn.

 

Guys, I thought I was in yarn-heaven! After a long time of touching and squishing all the yarns, trying not to look like a weirdo, I finally decided on a pack of Darling Sock mini skeins by Blossom & Fern Yarn Co. It is such a beautiful merino wool/nylon blend yarn, and I had to start working it up right away, lest it sits on my shelf forever, because it is too pretty to use! 

This hat design had been on my mind for a while and was just waiting for the perfect yarn. So, when I found the B&F sock yarn, I immediately knew it was meant to become this hat! 

It is a simple design with a beautiful texture that lets the colours of this yarn just shine, don’t you agree? The airy lightness of the fabric paired with the fingering weight merino wool makes this the perfect hat for spring or fall (or winter, if you don’t live in Canada. LOL).

So, here goes:

 

Sizes:

Toddler (18-19” head circumference)

Child (20-21” head circumference)

Adult (22-23” head circumference)

 

Gauge: 12dc/6rows in 2”

 

Materials:

Yarn: Sock weight yarn. Sample was made in Blossom and Fern Darling Sock (80% merino wool/20% nylon); 177yrds/50g); 50-75 grams

Hooks: 3.5mm

Other: Darning needle to weave in the ends

 

Abbreviations:

 Ch – Chain(s)

St(s) – Stitch(es)

Sk – Skip Stitch

Sc – Single Crochet

Dc2tog – Double Crochet two Stitches Together

Dc – Double Crochet

Slst – Slip Stitch

Blo – Back Loop Only

2cdc – 2 Crossed Double Crochet

 

2cdc:

Skip 2 sts, 1 dc into next st, ch1, 1dc into 1st of the 2 skipped sts, working back over last dc worked.

Notes:

  • Please measure the band before continuing on to the body of the hat. The number of rows needed depend on gauge and material. With wool, you will need fewer rows because it is very stretchy. At the same time with acrylic yarns, you might need more as it is not as stretchy. Pull band slightly when measuring to make sure it will fit.
  • The beginning chain counts as a stitch in the body of the hat (not the band)
  • Join to the 3rd loop of the chain after every round
  • When working the body of the hat, work the first stitch after the join into the next stitch, not the base of the chain

  

Instructions:

 

Band:

Ch 6, 7, 8

Row 1:          sc in 2nd ch from hook and in next 4, 5, 6 ch, turn

Row 2:         ch1, sc in first sc, sc in blo of next 3, 4, 5 sc, sc in last sc, turn

 

Repeat row 2 until your band measures 15”, 17”, 19”; approximately (96, 108, 124) rows, ending with an even number of rows. If using wool, stretch a bit before measuring, as it is extremely stretchy and will become looser with wear.

 

Fold band in half and align last worked row with base chain.

 

Ch1, slst together blo of each st with remaining loops of the base chain. Turn the seam inside and start working the body of the hat with the right side of the band facing.

Body:

Round 1:       ch3, dc into the end of each row of the band, join to 3rd ch of beginning ch. (96, 108, 124 dc) DO NOT TURN

Round 2:       ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, 1dc into next st) repeat around, ending with a 2cdc, join.

Round 3:       ch3, (dc into next st, dc into ch, dc into next 2 sts) repeat around, join (96, 108, 124 dc)

Repeat rounds 2-3 until hat including band measures about 6.5”, 7”, 7.5”, ending with a “row 2” (16, 18, 20 rounds).

 

Decrease:

Toddler:

Round 1:       Ch3, dc into next st, dc2tog, (dc into next 2 sts , dc2tog) repeat around, join (72 dc)

Round 2:       Ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, dc into next sts) repeat around, ending with a 2cdc, join

Round 3:       Ch3, dc2tog, (dc into next st, dc2tog) repeat around, join (48 dc)

Round 4:       Ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, dc into next sts) repeat around, ending with a 2cdc, join

Round 5:       Ch3, (dc2tog) around until 1 st remains, sk1, join (24dc)

Round 6:       Ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, dc into next sts) repeat around, ending with a 2cdc, join. *

 

Child:      

Round 1:       Ch3, dc into next st, dc2tog, (dc into next 2 sts , dc2tog) repeat around, join (81 dc)

Round 2:       Ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, dc into next sts) repeat around, ending with a dc, join

Round 3:       Ch3, dc2tog, (dc into next st, dc2tog) repeat around, join (54 dc)

Round 4:       Ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, dc into next sts) repeat around until 5sts remain, 2cdc, dc in next, sk next, join

Round 5:       Ch3, (dc2tog) around until 1 st remains, sk1, join (27dc)

Round 6:       Ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, dc into next sts) repeat around until 2 sts remain, dc in next, sk next, join *

 

 

Adult:

Round 1:       Ch3, dc into next st, dc2tog, (dc into next 2 sts , dc2tog) repeat around, join (93 dc)

Round 2:       Ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, dc into next sts) repeat around, ending with a dc, join

Round 3:       Ch3, dc2tog, (dc into next st, dc2tog) repeat around, join (62 dc)

Round 4:       Ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, dc into next sts) repeat around until 5sts remain, 2cdc, dc in next, sk next, join

Round 5:       Ch3, (dc2tog) around until 1 st remains, sk1, join (31dc)

Round 6:       Ch3, (2cdc over next 3 sts, dc into next sts) repeat around until 2 sts remain, dc in next, sk next, join *

 

*For all Sizes:

             

Cut yarn leaving a 6” tail. Use the darning needle to weave the yarn tail through the remaining sts, pull the hole closed and weave in/secure yarn on the inside of the hat. Weave in all ends.

 

 

You’re done! 🙂

If you would like to get the downloadable and color coded PDF version of this pattern, you can find it here on Ravelry.

 

I hope you have lots of fun with this pattern, and share with me on Social Media: use hashtags #snowdropsilverruby #snowdropcrochet #silverrubyhat to be featured! 

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Have a happy, crafty week and until next week!

Emma

The Livia Hat

The Livia Hat

by | Mar 14, 2019 | Crochet, Free Patterns

Hello Friends,

are you ready for spring yet? This week has felt like it actually might be coming soon! It warmed up to 0 degrees C, which feels like so warm after having -35 for weeks! I can’t wait to make all the spring hats and to dress up the girls and actually make their hair! (Without having the full snow gear wreck it all! LOL)

So, in the spirit of spring coming soon, here is your new hat pattern: The Livia!

The Livia features a beautiful swirl, with a cute flower on the top. It is simple to make, with only single crochet stitches, and can easily be adjusted by adding or removing increase rows. Use 100% cotton sport weight yarn to make this perfect breathable Spring hat! I love them for accessorizing outfits. 

All the sizes are written out individually for easy reading. Find your size below:

Sizes:                                                             Finished Measurements:

Toddler (18-19” head circumference)            17” width/ 7” length

Child (20-21” head circumference)                19” width/ 7.5” length

Adult (22-23” head circumference)              21” width/ 8” length

 

Materials:

Yarn: Sport weight; Sample was made with Schachenmayr Catania (100% Cotton) (137 yards/50g) in color 244 “Agave” (2 skeins for all sizes)

Hooks: D/3.25mm

Other: Darning needle to weave in ends

 

Gauge: 10sc & 12 rows/2”

 

Abbreviations:

Ch – Chain

St(s) – Stitch(es)

Slst – Slip Stitch

Sp – Space

Sc – Single Crochet

Rev.sc – Reversed Single Crochet

Pm – Place Marker

 

Reversed Single Crochet: Worked just like a Single Crochet, except going towards the right instead of left of fabric. The Rev.sc in worked “backwards”. 

Instructions:

 

Toddler:

Base Ring: Ch5, join to first ch with slst

Round 1: (Ch6, 1sc into ring) 6 times, slst into first 3 chains of first space of this round.

Round 2: (Ch4, 1sc into next ch-6 sp) 6 times, work last sc into last slst before 1st ch-4 sp.

Round 3: (Ch4, 2sc into next ch-4 sp, 1sc into next sc) 6 times.

    After this round, PM into first ch of the round and keep moving it up as you go.

Round 4: (Ch4, 2sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 2 sc) 6 times.

Round 5: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 3 sc) 6 times.

Round 6: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 4 sc) 6 times.

Round 7: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 5 sc) 6 times.

Round 8: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 6 sc) 6 times.

Round 9: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 7 sc) 6 times.

Round 10: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 8 sc) 6 times.

Round 11: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 9 sc) 6 times.

Round 12: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 10 sc) 6 times.

Round 13: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 11 sc) 6 times.

Round 14: (Ch4, 1 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 11) 6 times.

 

Repeat round 14 until hat measures almost 7”.

(See below for finishing) 

Child:

 

 

Base Ring: Ch5, join to first ch with slst

 

Round 1: (Ch6, 1sc into ring) 6 times, slst into first 3 chains of first space of this round.

 

Round 2: (Ch4, 1sc into next ch-6 sp) 6 times, work last sc into last slst before 1st ch-4 sp.

Round 3: (Ch4, 2sc into next ch-4 sp, 1sc into next sc) 6 times.

    After this round, PM into first ch of the round and keep moving it up as you go.

Round 4: (Ch4, 2sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 2 sc) 6 times.

Round 5: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 3 sc) 6 times.

Round 6: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 4 sc) 6 times.

Round 7: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 5 sc) 6 times.

Round 8: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 6 sc) 6 times.

Round 9: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 7 sc) 6 times.

Round 10: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 8 sc) 6 times.

Round 11: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 9 sc) 6 times.

Round 12: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 10 sc) 6 times.

Round 13: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 11 sc) 6 times.

Round 14: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 12 sc) 6 times.

Round 15: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 13 sc) 6 times.

Round 16: (Ch4, 1 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 13) 6 times.

 

Repeat round 16 until hat measures almost 7.5”.

(See below for finishing) 

Adult:

Base Ring: Ch5, join to first ch with slst

Round 1: (Ch6, 1sc into ring) 6 times, slst into first 3 chains of first space of this round.

Round 2: (Ch4, 1sc into next ch-6 sp) 6 times, work last sc into last slst before 1st ch-4 sp.

Round 3: (Ch4, 2sc into next ch-4 sp, 1sc into next sc) 6 times.

    After this round, PM into first ch of the round and keep moving it up as you go.

Round 4: (Ch4, 2sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 2 sc) 6 times.

Round 5: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 3 sc) 6 times.

Round 6: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 4 sc) 6 times.

Round 7: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 5 sc) 6 times.

Round 8: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 6 sc) 6 times.

Round 9: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 7 sc) 6 times.

Round 10: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 8 sc) 6 times.

Round 11: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 9 sc) 6 times.

Round 12: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 10 sc) 6 times.

Round 13: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 11 sc) 6 times.

Round 14: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 12 sc) 6 times.

Round 15: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 13 sc) 6 times.

Round 16: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 14 sc) 6 times.

Round 17: (Ch4, 2 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 15 sc) 6 times.

Round 18: (Ch4, 1 sc into next ch-4 sp, sc into next 15) 6 times.

 

Repeat round 18 until hat measures almost 8”.

ALL SIZES:

 

Finishing round: Ch1, (rev.sc into stitch to the right) around, putting 4 rev.sc into ch-4 sp.

At the end of the round, cut yarn and thread yarn end through needle. Put needle from front to back into first st of the round (pic1). Put needle from front to back again but through last stitch of the round (pic 2). You should have a neat invisible join now, and can secure/weave in all ends (pic 3).

You’re done 🙂

 

 If you would like to get the downloadable and color coded PDF version of this pattern, you can find it here on Ravelry.

I hope you have lots of fun with this pattern, and share with me on Social Media! Use hashtags #snowdroplivia #snowdropcrochet #liviahat

Don’t forget to subscribe! There is a new free hat pattern released every week! 

 

Have a happy, crafty week and until next week!

Emma

The Brie Hat

The Brie Hat

by | Mar 4, 2019 | Crochet, Free Patterns

Happy Monday, Friends!

A new week, a new free pattern! And it is a good one this time! Something you might have never seen or done before. Are you up for learning a new skill?

I am really loving all the two-toned brioche knit things I have been seeing lately, and again, wanted to recreate the look with crochet! There are a few crocheters who tried to dabble in it already, and of course, I have to get in on that, too!

If I ever start up knitting again, it would be to make all things brioche! It is just stunning! And while the crochet brioche doesn’t look exactly like the knit counterpart, I am really excited about the effect that this technique creates with two colours of yarn. 

 

May I present: The Brie Brioche Hat!

An introductory pattern into the brioche crochet technique with an interesting, yet simple design that is perfect for your first crochet brioche project.

 

I will be honest with you and say that it was really tricky to write this pattern with a picture tutorial and describe everything so it would be easy to understand. The thing is, once you get how to increase and decrease, the rest is EASY! Really! And because I really want everyone to be able to make this hat and learn this crochet technique, I have made a video showing (in a lot of detail, many repetitions, and maybe a few too many words) how to make it.

This is my first ever video tutorial, and I am super nervous about it. So, please don’t judge me too harshly! 🙂 It is a long one, so don’t say you haven’t been warned. LOL 

And here goes the written pattern:

 

To Fit Sizes:                                                       Finished Size*:

Toddler (18-19” head circumference)          16” circumference / 7” height

Child (20-21” head circumference)              18” circumference / 7.5” height

Adult (22-23” head circumference)              20”circumference / 8.5” height

 

*The fabric of this hat will be stretchy, therefore, it is designed with at about 2” negative ease in the width. It will have a nice snug fit. If you would like a longer hat, just keep working rows in the body until the desired length is reached before decreasing.

 

Materials:

Yarn: Worsted weight; Sample was made with KnitPicks Brava (100% Acrylic) (218 yards/100g);

1 skein of each color A and color B for all sizes.

Hooks: I/5.50mm or size needed to obtain gauge.

 

Gauge: 6 rows/8sts in 2”

Abbreviations:

Ch – Chain

St(s) – Stitch(es)

Sc – Single Crochet

Sk – Skip (…) Stitch(es)

Tr – Trebble Stitch

Fptr – Front Post Trebble Crochet

 

Notes:

 

  • The Brioche Stitch is worked in two colors, that are worked one at a time to create the Brioche look
  • Always work on the right side of the fabric, the color that is being worked is worked overtop the last row always (This can be seen in the pictures in the tutorial)
  • ALWAYS work your rows into the same color rows below (the other colored row will be resting in the back)
  • After round 2, the beginning chain will be on the back, but the first st and all stitches will be at the front of your work. This gives the hat a nice finish.
  • Rows 4 & 5 of the body pattern are the same, just reverse colors.

  

Instructions:

 

(Color A) Ch 60, 70, 80, join to first ch, careful not to twist the chain.

  1. Ch3, tr in first st, ch1, sk1, (tr in next st, ch1, sk1) repeat from ( to ) all the way around, join to first tr. Put loop on a stitch marker and take up color B yarn.

 

  1. (Color B) Join yarn in to the skipped chain right beside first tr of Color A. Ch3, tr into same st, ch1, (tr into next sk ch, ch1) repeat from ( to ) all the way around, join to first tr of that color. Put loop on a stitch marker and pick up color A loop.
  1. (Color A) Ch3, fptr into the stitch of the same color below. (It will be one stitch ahead of the first Color B stitch) fptr into next st, *^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 3, 4, 5 times, (fptr, ch1, fptr) in next st, ch1^, [increase], fptr in next two (do not ch in between) * [decrease] 

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat from ^ to ^ 1 more time. Join to first fptr. Switch to color B.

  1. (Color B) Ch3, fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join; fptr into next st, (see picture 1 below), * ^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 3, 4, 5 times,ch1, (tr, ch1, tr) through the color A increase into the loop of color B below (see picture 2), ch1^, fptr in next two (do not ch in between) * [“next two” refers to the color b stitches on either side of color A increase below].

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat ^to^ 1 more time, join to first fptr.  Switch to color A.

  1. (Color A) Ch3, fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join; fptr into next st, *^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 3, 4, 5 times,ch1, (tr, ch1, tr) through the color B increase into the loop of color A below, ch1^, fptr in next two (do not ch in between) *; repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat ^ to ^ 1 more time, join to first fptr. Switch to color B.

 

Repeat rounds 4-5 until piece measures approximately 5”, 5.5”, 6”.

 

Decrease:

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st, 

*^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 3, 4, 5 times,ch1, tr into loop between the increase  below, ch1, ^  fptr in next two (do not ch in between) *;

 Repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat from ^ to ^  1 more time.

 Join to first fptr. Switch colors.

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st, 

*^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 3, 4, 5 times, ch1 ^, fptr in next two (do not ch in between) *;

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat from ^ to ^  1 more time. 

Join to first fptr. Switch colors.

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st,

*^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 2, 3, 4 times, ch1^,

Fptr in next two (do not ch in between) *;

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat from ^ to ^ 1 more time.

Join to first fptr. Switch colors.

 

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st,

*^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 1, 2, 3 times, ch1^,

fptr in next two (do not ch in between) *;

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat from ^ to ^ 1 more time.

Join to first fptr. Switch colors.

  

Toddler:

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st, ch1,

*fptr in next two (do not ch in between), ch1 *;

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, join to first fptr. Cut yarn.

 

Child:

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st,

*^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 1 time, ch1, ^

fptr in next two (do not ch in between) *;

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat from ^ to ^ 1 more time.

Join to first fptr. Switch colors.

 

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st, ch1,

*fptr in next two (do not ch in between), ch1*;

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, join to first fptr. Cut yarn.

 

 Adult:

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st,

*^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 2 time, ch1, ^

fptr in next two (do not ch in between) *;

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat from ^ to ^ 1 more time.

Join to first fptr. Switch colors.

 

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st,

*^(ch1, fptr into next st) repeat 1 time, ch1, ^

fptr in next two (do not ch in between) *;

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, repeat from ^ to ^ 1 more time.

Join to first fptr. Switch colors.

 

  1. Ch3 fptr into the stitch of the same color before the join. fptr into next st, ch1,

*fptr in next two (do not ch in between), ch1*;

Repeat from * to * 3 more times, join to first fptr. Cut yarn.

 

Finishing:

Thread the yarn end of the last round and weave through front loops of the remaining stitches. Pull closed. Weave in/secure the ends inside the hat.

Join Color A to the bottom of the hat, sc in each of the remaining loops of the beginning chain. Join into first sc. Bind off and weave in tail.

You’re done 🙂

 

 

I really hope you enjoy making this hat. If you encounter any problems, please do not hesitate to reach out to me! 

 

If you would like to get the downloadable and color coded PDF version of this pattern, you can find it here on Ravelry.

Don’t forget to subscribe! There is a new free hat pattern released every Monday! 

 

Until next time!

Emma

The Twist

The Twist

by | Feb 25, 2019 | Crochet, Free Patterns

Happy Monday, Friends!

What do you think about  a crochet swirl? I am loving the look lately, and after making the Wanderlust hat, I thought, hey, why not make a swirl hat?! Hence, may I introduce to you: The Twist!

 

 

Can we talk about this yarn for a minute? This was the first time using the Knitpicks Paragon yarn, and I am in LOVE with it! It is SO soft, SO shiny, and SO beautiful. An absolute joy to work with! I think this just might just be my new favorite yarn by KnitPicks! In my mind, there is already a shirt, a sweater, another hat, and some socks made with it… now, to find the time to actually make all of that AND write up the patterns… sheesh!

But, you don’t want to read about my mind, that never shuts off and won’t let me sleep, so…

Here we go:

*As always, have fun with this pattern and please read all the notes before starting to crochet*

 

To Fit Sizes:                                               Finished Size*:

Toddler (18-19” head circumference)

Child (20-21” head circumference)

Adult (22-23” head circumference)

16” circumference / 6” height

18” circumference / 6.5” height

20”circumference / 7” height

 

*The fabric of this hat will be VERY stretchy, therefore, it is designed with at least 2” negative ease in the width, and 1” in the height. It will have a nice snug fit. If you would like a longer hat, just add stitches to the beginning chain.

 

Materials:

Yarn: Sport weight; Sample was made with KnitPicks Paragon Yarn (50% Fine Merino, 25% Baby Alpaca, 25% Mulberry Silk) (123 yards/50g)  in color “Ash” (2 skeins for all sizes)

Hooks: D/3.25mm, 7/4.5mm

 

Gauge: 10 sts/6.5-7 rows in 2” of body, unstretched.

Abbreviations:

Ch – Chain

St(s) – Stitch(es)

Sc – Single Crochet

BLO – Back Loop Only

Sc2tog – Single Crochet two Stitches Together (Decrease)

Inc – Put two Single Crochet into one Stitch (Increase)

Pm – Place Marker

RS – Right side of fabric

 

Notes:

  • The entire hat is worked into BLO! Except:
  • When working the decrease (sc2tog) at the beginning of a row, put your hook into both loops of the first stitch, and then into the BLO of the second stitch. In the same way, when coming back to the decrease, put hook into BLO of second to last, and through both loops of the last stitch. Doing this will give you a neat edge around the band.
  • The section that is worked with the smaller hook (the “decrease” end of the hat) is the band of the hat. It is crocheted tighter so that it doesn’t stretch out as quick and has a better fit.
  • Put a stitch marker into the last stitch that is worked with the smaller (3.25mm) hook (picture 1)
  • Coming back towards the band, switch back to smaller hook one stitch before the stitch marker; this is to keep the stitch count in the band correctly (picture 2)

Instructions:

 

NOTE: The entire hat is worked into BLO!

 

With larger hook (4.5mm), chain 51, 58, 65

 

Round 1. With smaller (3.25mm) hook, sc2tog over 2nd and 3rd chain from hook, sc in next (4, 5, 6) chains (pm), switch to larger hook, sc in next (43, 49, 55) chains, inc. in last ch, turn (50, 57, 64 sts)

Round 2. (RS) Ch1, inc in first st, sc in next (43, 49, 55) sts, switch to smaller hook, sc in next (4, 5, 6) sts, sc2tog, turn (50, 57, 64 sts

Round 3. Ch1, sc2tog, sc in next (4, 5, 6) sts (pm), switch to larger hook, sc in next (43, 49, 55)sts, inc, turn (50, 57, 64 sts)

 

Repeat rows 2 & 3 in this way until the band measures about (18”, 20”, 22”) when stretched (or 16”, 18”, 20”, unstretched). This will be approximately (60, 68, 76) rows.

 

Finishing:

 

Fold your work in half so the angled edges meet. Slst together the unworked loops of the starting chain and the back loop of your last worked row. Do this on the right side of the hat, so the seam is less visible.

Cut yarn, leaving a very long tail. Thread tail into a darning needle and weave through the last stitch of each row that is facing you (at the top of the hat):

Pull very tight and secure/weave in ends on the inside. Weave in all other ends.

 

Youre done 🙂 

 

If you would like to get the downloadable and color coded PDF version of this pattern, you can find it here on Ravelry.

I hope you have lots of fun with this pattern, and share with me on Social Media! Use hashtags #snowdropthetwist #snowdropcrochet #thetwisthat

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Emma

The Sock Monkey Hat

The Sock Monkey Hat

by | Feb 18, 2019 | Crochet, Free Patterns

Happy Monday, Friends!

This week, we are jumping on the Sock Monkey wagon, with this cool hat. Can you believe this is a crochet hat?! Believe it! This epic stitch looks like it is knit, so the hookers among us can still get a “knit” hat, without having to use the sticks. 

 

The stitch we are using is called the Waistcoat Single Crochet, and while it can be tricky at first, it is not at all hard to do! So, I would still consider this hat to be an (advanced) beginner pattern.

There are a few things to keep in mind with this stitch. If you have never made it, a swatch is highly recommended. This is so you know if you have to adjust the hook size to get the gauge. It is the “advanced” part of this project.

 

What is a swatch, you ask?

A swatch is a sample piece of, say 20 stitches, where you crochet up the pattern for a few rows to practice and be able to measure your gauge before you commence to make the actual item. This sounds like a tedious waste of time, but it is much quicker than having to open up your work after hours of working on it, just because it does not fit right! (That, in my opinion, is the biggest drag of them all!)

 

Everyone’s gauge is different, but especially with this stitch, I have found, the variations can be significant. Therefore, make a swatch with the recommended hook size, and then adjust and swatch again.

 

An example:

  • A swatch with the 8mm hook results in 8sts in 2”. You will have to go one hook size down and try again, until you get close to the 6sts in 2” that this hat was designed for.
  • OR a swatch with the 8mm hook results in 4 sts in 2”. Try again with one size up until you get closer to the right gauge.

Easy enough, right?! And TOTALLY worth the end result, believe me!

 

On another note, it was so freaking cold when we took these pictures, that I could barely breathe and my eyes were watering. So there you see how much I like all of you to go through all that trouble to be able to share this pattern with you! You’re welcome. 😛 

 

So, here goes the pattern! Enjoy! 

Sizes:

Toddler (18-19” head circumference)

Child (20-21” head circumference)

Adult (22-23” head circumference)

  

Gauge:   9rows/6sts in 2” (measured in body of hat)

 

Materials:

Yarn: Worsted weight yarn, Sample was made using KnitPicks Brava Worsted in colors White, Red, Cobblestone Heather (1 ball of grey plus a about 20 g white and a little red)

Hooks: 7mm , 8mm hooks

Other: Large fur or yarn pompom (3”-4”)

 

Abbreviations:

Ch – Chain

St – Stitch

Slst – Slip Stitch

Wcsc – Waistcoat Single Crochet

Wcsc2tog – Waistcoat Single Crochet 2 together

 

Special Stitch WCSC:

This stitch is a single crochet, except that it is worked into the post of the stitch below, rather than between stitches:

 

Placement for regular SC

Placement for WCSC

Make sure to go toward the left of that “third leg” on the back!

WCSC2Tog:

Work just like a normal sc2tog except, again into the post of the stitch below.

 

Notes:

  • Work the WCSC loosely.
  • Pull the joining slst VERY tight, that way the seam becomes almost invisible. (To do that, work your join, then pull on your yarn until it is nice and tight, then continue with the next round.)
  • After joining, place first stitch into the same sc (wcsc) as the join.
  • Gauge is very important for this pattern. Because this stitch has to be worked loosely, it is important that you adjust the hook to get the right measurements, or adjust the stitch count. (Everyone’s “loose” stitches might look different.)
  • Band width will be about 2”, 5”, 3” once folded. Total length of hat (with band folded over) will be about 7”, 7.5”, 8”. The weight of a pompom will give this hat a slouchy look, but it is easy to adjust for more slouch by simply adding rows to the body before decreasing.

Instructions: 

Band:

With 7mm hook and white yarn, ch 56, 63, 70, join to first ch to make a circle, being careful not to twist the chain.

  1. Ch1, sc in each ch around, join to first sc (pull join tight) (56, 63, 70 sts)
  2. Ch1, wcsc into each st around, join to first sc (change color to red)
  3. – 4. Rep row 2 (at the end of row 4, change color back to white)

Repeat row 2 (5, 7, 9) times, switch to grey yarn and 8mm hook.

Turn your work so you are working on the wrong side of the band. You will be working in the opposite direction of the band from now on. That way, both the band and the body of the hat will be right side facing after folding the band over.

 

Body:

Switch to 8mm hook.

  1. ch1, sc into each st around, join (56, 63, 70 sts)
  2. ch1, wcsc into each st around, join

Repeat row 2 until hat from color change measures 6”, 6.5”, 7” (27, 29, 31 rows), or to desired length.

 

Decrease:

  1. ch1, (wcsc in next 5sts, wcsc2tog) repeat around, join (48, 54, 60)
  2. ch1, (wcsc in next 4sts, wcsc2tog) repeat around, join (40, 45, 50)
  3. ch1, (wcsc in next 3sts, wcsc2tog) repeat around, join (32, 36, 40)
  4. ch1, (wcsc in next 2 sts, wcsc2tog) repeat around, join (24, 27, 30)
  5. ch1, (wcsc in next sts, wcsc2tog) repeat around, join (16, 18, 20)

 

Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Weave yarn back and forth through the remaining sts and pull tight to close the hole. Secure the yarn on the inside of the hat and weave in your ends. Attach a pompom if you like.

 

Optionally, the band can be sewn on to the hat to make sure the grey isn’t showing on the bottom.

 

You’re done 🙂

 

If you would like to get the downloadable and color coded PDF version of this pattern, you can find it here on Ravelry.

I hope you have lots of fun with this pattern, and share with me on Social Media! Use hashtags #snowdropsockmonkey #snowdropcrochet #sockmonkeyhat

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Have a happy, crafty week and until next week!

Emma

The Wanderlust Hat

The Wanderlust Hat

by | Feb 11, 2019 | Crochet, Free Patterns

It is Monday you guys!!! I could hardly wait to show you the Wanderlust hat. It is a truly amazing design (if I might say so myself) with stunning texture and perfect fit! With just the right amount of slouch, this hat will turn eyes wherever you go. 🙂

When I saw the Rudbekia hat by Drea Renee Knits, I just fell in love with the texture and wanted to create something similar for the crocheters of the world. So that beautiful knit pattern was the inspiration for the Wanderlust. Hopefully, you love it as much as I do! 

 

The pattern is made for DK weight yarn. Use wool for warmth and durability, and this beautiful accessory will serve you well for years to come! One of my favourite features is that it uses decrease rows on the top rather than being gathered, which means it does not require a pompom to “hide” that gather. (Of course, you are still welcome to add one!)

 

A few notes before we go to the pattern:

  • Please make sure you have the right gauge or measure the band on your hat before going on to the body of the hat. This is VERY important. The band should fit with a bit of ease, not too tightly. The stitch count does not matter in this design so much, except you might have to make some alterations in the decrease rows. This is not very hard to do though and well worth it to get a hat that fits properly.
  • Crochet the slst VERY loosely, otherwise those rows will be too tight later. 

Here goes:

Sizes:

Toddler (18-19” head circumference)

Child (20-21” head circumference)

Adult (22-23” head circumference)

 

Gauge: 9sts & 5 rows/2” of fpdc/bpdc section

 

Materials:

Yarn: DK weight yarn. Sample was made in Knitpicks Gloss DK (70% Merino wool, 30% Silk; 123yrds/50g)  2 (2, 3) skeins

Hooks: G/4.5mm  & J/6mm crochet hooks

Other: Stitch marker

 

Abbreviations:

Ch – Chain

St(s) – Stitch(es)

Sc – Single Crochet

Dc2tog – Double Crochet two Stitches Together

Dc – Double Crochet

Slst – Slip Stitch

Blo – Back Loop Only

Slst2tog in BLO – Slip Stitch 2 Together in Back Loops

Inc – Increase

 

Slst2tog in blo: put hook into the back loop of next 2 stitches, yarn over, pull through all loops on hook. (If you have another way of doing it, go for it. This is what I do)

 

Increase: Work two sc in the same stitch/chain.

 

Notes:

  • Please read instructions and notes carefully
  • When doing slst, remember to do so loosely, it is easy to make them too tight
  • The band is worked in the back loops only
  • The body of the hat consists of 2 sections that are repeated 3 times each. The slst section is entirely worked in the back loops 

Instructions:

 

Toddler:

 

Using smaller (G/4.5mm) hook, leave a long tail about 7”. Ch 9

Row 1. sc 2 in 2nd chain, sc in next 5 chains, sc last 2 chains together, turn (8 sc)

Row 2. ch1, sc2tog in BLO, sc in BLO in next 5 sts, inc in BLO, turn

Row 3. ch1, inc in BLO, sc in BLO in next 5 sts, sc2tog in BLO, turn

 

Continue rows 2-3 until you have 60 rows or your band measures about 16”.

Slst into the top of the first row to create a loop. DO NOT FASTEN OFF. You will be working on the outside of the hat in the round and use the tail to sew the band together later.

Body:

Change to J/6mm hook and work into the side on the band (picture demonstrates where to put stitches):

Round 1. Ch1, (sc in next 4, 2sc inc in next) repeat around, join (72)

Round 2.  Ch1, slst in BLO in each stitch around. Work your slst loosely! Do not join, instead pleace a stitch marker in the first stitch and work in the round.

Rounds 3. -5. slst in BLO in each st around. At the end of round 5, join into first stitch.

Round 6. ch2, dc in each st in BLO around, join

Round 7. ch2, (bpdc around first st, fpdc in next st) repeat around, join

Round 8. ch2, (bpdc, fpdc)  around, join

Round 9. ch1, sc in each st around, join

Rounds 10.-14. Repeat rows 2-5

 

Repeat rounds  6-14 one more time. Repeat rounds 6-8 one more time. You should now have three slst sections and three dc sections.

 

Decrease:

 

Round 1. ch1, (sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) 12 times around, do not join. Place stitch marker. (60)

Round 2. (slst in BLO in next 3, slst2tog in BLO) around (48)

Round 3. (slst in BLO in next 2, slst2tog in BLO) around (36)

Round 4. (slst in BLO in next, slst2tog in BLO) around(24)

Round 5. (slst2tog in BLO) around (12)

 

Slst2tog in BLO around until the hole is almost closed. Cut yarn, weave through remaining stitches and pull hole closed. Weave in/secure tail.

 

Use the long tail you left in the beginning to sew the band closed on the inside of the hat and weave in/secure yarn.

 

 Child:

 

Using smaller (G/4.5mm) hook, leave a long tail about 7”. Ch 11

Row 1. sc 2 in 2nd chain, sc in next 7 chains, sc last 2 chains together, turn (10)

Row 2. ch1, sc2tog in BLO, sc in BLO in next 7 sts, inc in BLO, turn

Row 3. ch1, inc in BLO, sc in BLO in next 7 sts, sc2tog in BLO, turn

 

Continue rows 2-3 until you have 68 rows or your band measures about 18”.  

 

Slst into the top of the first row to create a loop. DO NOY FASTEN OFF. You will be working on the outside of the hat in the round and use the tail to sew the band together later. (See picture in the Toddler instructions)

 

Body:

 

Change to J/6mm hook, working into the side on the band (See picture in the Toddler instructions):

 

Round 1. Ch1, (sc in next 4, 2sc inc in next) repeat 13 times, sc in last 3 sts, join (81)

Round 2.  Ch1, slst in BLO in each stitch around. Work your slst loosely! Do not join, instead pleace a stitch marker in the first stitch and work in the round.

Rounds 3. -6. slst in BLO in each st around. At the end of round 6, join into first stitch.

Round 7. ch2, dc in each st in blo around, join

Round 8. ch2, (bpdc around first st, fpdc in next st) repeat around, join

Round 9. ch2, (bpdc, fpdc)  around, join

Round 10. repeat 9

Round 11. ch1, sc in each st around, join

Rounds 12.-16. Repeat rows 2-6

 

Repeat rounds 7-16 one more time. Repeat rounds 7-10 one more time. You should now have three slst sections and three dc sections.

 

Decrease:

 

Round 1. ch1, (sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) 13 times, sc in last 3 sts, do not join. Place stitch marker. (68)

Round 2. (slst in BLO in next 3, slst2tog in BLO) around, slst in BLO in last 3 sts (55)

Round 3. (slst in BLO in next 2, slst2tog in BLO) around, slst in BLO in last 3 sts (42)

Round 4. (slst in BLO in next, slst2tog in BLO) around, slst in BLO in last 3 sts (29)

Round 5. (slst2tog in BLO) around (16)

 

Slst2tog in BLO around until the hole is almost closed. Cut yarn, weave through remaining stitches and pull hole closed. Weave in/secure tail.

 

Use the long tail you left in the beginning to sew the band closed on the inside of the hat and weave in/secure yarn.

 

Adult:

 

Using smaller (G/4.5mm) hook, leave a long tail about 7” Ch 13

Row 1. sc 2 in 2nd chain, sc in next 9 chains, sc last 2 chains together, turn (12)

Row 2. ch1, sc2tog in BLO, sc in BLO in next 9 sts, inc in BLO, turn

Row 3. ch1, inc in BLO, sc in BLO in next 9 sts, sc2tog in BLO, turn

 

Continue rows 2-3 until you have 75 rows or your band measures about 20”

 

Slst into the top of the first row to create a loop. You will be working on the outside of the hat in the round and use the tail to sew the band together later. (See picture in the Toddler instructions)

 

Body:

 

Change to J/6mm hook, working into the side on the band (See picture in the Toddler instructions):

 

Round 1. Ch1, (sc in next 4, 2sc inc in next) repeat 15 times,join (90)

Round 2.  Ch1, slst in BLO in each stitch around. Work your slst loosely! Do not join, instead pleace a stitch marker in the first stitch and work in the round.

Rounds 3. -6. Slst in BLO in each st around. At the end of round 6, join into first stitch.

Round 7. ch2, dc in each st in BLO around, join

Round 8. ch2, (bpdc around first st, fpdc in next st) repeat around, join

Round 9. ch2, (bpdc, fpdc)  around, join

Round 10. repeat 9

Round 11. ch1, sc in each st around, join

Rounds 12.-16. Repeat rows 2-6

Repeat rounds 7-16 one more time. Repeat rounds 7-10 one more time. You should now have three slst sections and three dc sections.

 

Decrease:

 

Round 1. ch1, (sc in next 4 sts, sc2tog) around, do not join. Place stitch marker. (75)

Round 2. (slst in BLO in next 3, slst2tog in BLO) around (60)

Round 3. (slst in BLO in next 2, slst2tog in BLO) around (45)

Round 4. (slst in BLO in next, slst2tog in BLO) around (30)

Round 5. (slst2tog in BLO) around (15)

 

Slst2tog in BLO around until the hole is almost closed. Cut yarn, weave through remaining stitches and pull hole closed. Weave in/secure tail.

 

Use the long tail you left in the beginning to sew the band closed on the inside of the hat and weave in/secure yarn.

 

You’re done 🙂

 

If you would like to get the PDF version of this pattern, you can find it here on Ravelry. 

I hope you have lots of fun with this pattern, and share with me on Social Media! Use hashtags #snowdropwanderlust #snowdropcrochet #wanderlusthat

Don’t forget to subscribe! There is a new free hat pattern released every Monday! 

 

Have a happy, crafty week and until next week!

Emma

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