Summer is all about outdoor plans and that is the reason why we need to walk around comfortably so, dressing up with lighter garments and accessories becomes a must.
The Fresco Mini Bag may appear to have an intricate stitch pattern but it is really quite easy to achieve, besides having a round seamless construction. And it is also a cross body bag which makes it even more practical.
This free pattern includes single crochets mainly, which are part of crochet essentials, perfect for beginners. But in case you have no experience in crochet at all, you can watch my Crocheting from Scratch video first, if you feel you need to practice a little before diving into a more specific design.
And if you are looking for other mini bag options for that coming trip you can also watch the Cotone Mini Bag tutorial, with basic stitches and few finishing steps too, to be completed in little time.
Or how about another similar project that includes tapestry crochet and a cute coin purse, like the Giorno Mini Bag and Coin Purse.
The project is one piece only, all worked in the round, and only basic sewing to attach a set of clasps for better finishing. An easy and fun crochet experience.
STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
Back loop slip stitch: Slip stitch, made in back loop of stitches from last row/round. Insert the hook in bl of next st, yarn over, pull through the st and pull through the loop on the hook.
This video tutorial for the Fresco Mini Bag covers all steps of the making. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have all written directions and images (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
Cotton worsted weight yarn was the selection for this design, for the stitch work to stand out and by combining two contrasting colors to get that beautiful striped pattern which is so cool for the season. PLEASE NOTE that the instructions below display the making with the LIME/BEIGE colors while the video tutorial shows steps for the DARK BLUE/GREEN combo.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE
Mini Bag
6.1” x 7.3” / 15.5 cm x 18.5 cm
Handle Length
31.5” / 80 cm
GAUGE
Single crochet, in the round
15 sts and 13 rows= 4”/10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy
This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
NOTES
FRESCO MINI BAG
Crocheted in the round, in a spiral, starting from the bottom. With LIME make a slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 8 sc inside the ring= 8 sts
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around= 16 sts
Rnd 3: (Sc 1, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 8 times= 24 sts
Rnd 4: Sc 1, (2 sc in next st, sc 2) rep ( ) 7 times, 2 sc in next st, sc 1= 32 sts
Rnd 5: (Sc 3, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 8 times= 40 sts
Rnd 6: Sc 2, (2 sc in next st, sc 4) rep ( ) 7 times, 2 sc in next st, sc 2= 48 sts
Rnds 7-11: Sc 48= 48 sts
Rnd 12: (Skip 1 st, sc 1, sc 1 in skipped st) rep ( ) 24 times= 48 sts
Rnd 13: (Skip 1 st, sc 1, sc 1 in skipped st) rep ( ) 24 times= 48 sts (closing last st of the Rnd with BEIGE). Do not cut LIME.
Rnd 14: (Skip 1 st, sc 1, sc 1 in skipped st) rep ( ) 24 times= 48 sts
Rnd 15: (Skip 1 st, sc 1, sc 1 in skipped st) rep ( ) 24 times= 48 sts (closing last st of the Rnd with LIME). Do not cut BEIGE.
Rnds 16-25: Rep Rnds 12-15 twice and rep Rnd 12 twice again (by cutting BEIGE after Rnd 23).
Rnds 26-27: Sc 48= 48 sts
Rnd 28: (Bl sl st 7, ch 16, skip 10 sts, bl sl st 14, ch 16, skip 10 sts, bl sl st 7)= 28 bl sl st and 2 ch-16 sp
Rnd 29: Bl sl st 60, ch 120, skip 29 sts, sl st 2, sl st 120 over the ch, sl st in 1st st of the Rnd
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
FINISHING
With sewing needle and thread, join each side of the snaps to the inside of the bag, over the Rnd on the edge of the mini bag, centered with the openings.
And you have finished such a cute bag to take advantage of your colorful yarns. With the ideal size to carry all your basics for the day in comfort and style.
Make one for you and one for a beloved friend, with that beautiful textured stitch work.
Another fun crochet project to learn and enjoy. Share your version with me, use #frescominibag to see your creation or just tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram.
All written instructions and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
]]>Headbands are so practical, for everyday looks or special occasions. They instantly set your hair tidier and give you a fresh appearance. And they are also a great choice for sporting events.
The Crochet Color Headband is perfect to customize with distinctive colors, for any country or team. It is fast to make, in only a few rows and with nice stitch work that creates a beautiful texture. And you can add an elastic band to make it more flexible.
Crochet stitch work involved is not exactly for beginners but it’s not hard either. In case you need to practice a little beforehand, you can watch my Basic stitches, back and forth video, where I display the making of crochet essentials. You can focus on double crochets, which are the base for this specific project.
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
2 double crochet cluster (2-dc cl)
Two double crochets, closed together and made in one same stitch. Yarn over, insert hook in next st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over, pull through two loops on the hook, yarn over, insert hook in same st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over, pull through two loops on the hook, yarn over and pull through the three loops on the hook.
Cluster “V” stitch
Special crochet stitch that combines 2dc-cl to shape a “V” for a texture pattern stitch. It is mainly created by working 2 dc-cl, 2 ch and 2 dc-cl.
Single crochet join (Standing single crochet)
Used to add a new yarn in the beginning of a new round, to get a cleaner start. Make a slip ring over the hook, insert the hook in the st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook.
All essential steps are covered in the Crochet Color Headband. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have the written directions (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
Written instructions give you the choice for 3 different sizes for the headband, which you can find between ( ). First size can fit children from 8 to 12 years of age, second size is suitable for teens and adults and third size is a bit larger, which can even work to be used on a hat or cap. PLEASE NOTE that the video tutorial and photos below display the making of the second size (M).
Sport weight yarn is the selection for this design, because you will reach the desired length and width for the headband and it will also be light and comfortable, with defined stitches for that lovely texture on this weave.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE – width x circumference S/M/L
1.6” x 18.1”/19.7”/21.3” (4 cm x 46/50/54 cm)
GAUGE
(single crochet, back and forth)
22 sts and 20 rows= 4”/10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
NOTES
CROCHET COLOR HEADBAND
Crocheted back and forth, starting from one end. With GREEN ch 76/82/88 without tightening the foundation ch. Crochet by following “V” Cluster Chart or written instructions.
R1 (RS): (2 dc-cl, ch 2, 2 dc-cl) in 7th ch from the hook, [skip 2 ch, (2 dc-cl, ch 2, 2 dc-cl) in next ch] rep [ ] 22/24/26 times, skip 2 ch, dc 1= 2 dc and 23/25/27 cluster “V” sts (close last st of the R with WHITE)
Cut GREEN.
R2: Ch 3, [(2 dc-cl, ch 2, 2 dc-cl) in next ch-2 sp] rep [ ] 23/25/27 times, dc 1 in 3rd beg ch from last R= 2 dc and 23/25/27 cluster “V” sts (close last st of the R with RED)
Cut WHITE.
R3: Ch 3, [(2 dc-cl, ch 2, 2 dc-cl) in next ch-2 sp] rep [ ] 23/25/27 times, dc 1 in 3rd beg ch from last R= 2 dc and 23/25/27 cluster “V” sts
Do not turn, to continue crocheting over the side end of the band. Crochet by taking each dc of the edge of the R and the elastic tie to join both pieces.
R1: Ch 1, (3 dc in next dc from the edge) rep ( ) 3 times= 9 sts
Fasten off.
Take the opposite side end of the band. Crochet by taking each dc of the edge of the R and the elastic tie to join both pieces. With RED.
R1 (opposite edge): (Sc join, 2 dc) in 1st dc from the edge, (3 dc in next dc from the edge) twice= 9 sts
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
And your Crochet Color Headband has been finished and you are all set for that coming match or picnic.
So easy and fast to make that you will give one to every friend or relative this season. Share your makes with me, use #crochetcolorheadband tag for me to see your version or tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram.
All written instructions and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
]]>Flowers are a constant element in crochet, either within garments, accessories and lately in varied and very beautiful yarn bouquets.
The Crochet Mini Vase with Flowers has a nice a thick look, besides the long lasting temporality to embellish your spaces or make cute presents. And it can also be easily replicated for several center pieces, with different elements to use up varied colors, textures and yarn weights.
Another seasonal projects to bring joy into any atmosphere or even to give as single flowers that are equally special.
A suitable project to practice basic crochet stitches such as single crochet, half double crochet and double crochet. If you come across any questions about the differences between each stitch, I suggest you to watch my Basic stitches, back and forth video, where I display the making.
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
Invisible join: It is used to get a cleaner end of round. Finish last st of the Rnd, cut the yarn leaving a 4”/10 cm tail and pull the yarn through the final loop. Thread tapestry needle and insert in the first st of the rnd. Then, insert the needle on top of the last st of the rnd, by going through the center and pulling through the WS. Pull to close and fasten off.
Back loop single crochet: Single crochet, made in back loop of stitches from last row/round. Insert the hook in bl of next st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook.
Front loop single crochet: Single crochet, made in front loop of stitches from indicated round. Insert the hook in fl of st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook.
Single crochet join (Standing single crochet): Used to add a new yarn in the beginning of a new round, to get a cleaner start. Make a slip ring over the hook, insert the hook in the st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook.
Decrease (with single crochet): Two single crochets closed together, to decrease one stitch. (Insert hook in next st, yarn over, pull through the st) twice, yarn over and pull through the three loops on the hook. One st has been decreased.
Ch-3 Picot: Decorative round looking stitch, made from 3 chains which are closed in the round with a sl st. Ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from the hook.
All essential steps are covered in the Crochet Mini Vase with Flowers. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have the written directions (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
Worsted weight, sport weight and thread weight yarns, all used in one single project, with other materials like the wooden stick and floral tape to make a fast stem.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE
3.1″ x 7.1″ / 8 cm x 18 cm
GAUGE
(single crochet, back and forth)
15 sts and 16 rows= 4”/10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
NOTES
CROCHET MINI VASE WITH FLOWERS
CENTER
Crocheted in the round, in a spiral, starting from the center. With sport weight yarn in GREEN and 2.5 mm crochet hook make a slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 8 sc inside the ring= 8 sts
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around= 16 sts
Rnd 3: (Bl sc 1, 2 bl sc in next st) rep ( ) 8 times, close with invisible join in the 1st st of the Rnd= 24 sts
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
PETALS’ TOP LAYER
Crocheted back and forth and in the round, starting from one petal. With sport weight yarn in PURPLE/ORANGE and 2.5 mm crochet hook ch 8.
R1 (RS): (Starting in 4th ch from the hook hdc 1, dc 4, ch 8) rep ( ) 7 times, starting in 4th ch from the hook hdc 1, dc 4= 8 petals
Do not turn, to continue crocheting on the RS
R2 (RS): Ch 1, (3 dc over edge dc from each petal) rep ( ) 8 times= 24 sts
Do not turn, do not fasten off and drop the hook by leaving a long loop. Insert the hook in the fl from one st of Rnd 3 of the center of the flower, take the loop from the petals and pull through the fl of the center. Continue crocheting in the round, by taking the fl of each st from Rnd 3 of the center of the flower and each st from R2 of the petals to join both pieces.
Rnd 3: Sc 24= 24 sts
Sl st in next st.
Fasten off. With beg tail and tapestry needle close the sp between 1st and last petal.
Weave in all ends.
PETALS’ BOTTOM LAYER
Crocheted back and forth and in the round, in a spiral, starting from one petal. With sport weight yarn in PURPLE/ORANGE and 2.5 mm crochet hook ch 8.
R1 (RS): (Starting in 4th ch from the hook hdc 1, dc 4, ch 8) rep ( ) 11 times, starting in 4th ch from the hook hdc 1, dc 4= 12 petals
Do not turn, to continue crocheting on the RS
R2 (RS): Ch 1, (2 dc over edge dc from each petal) rep ( ) 12 times, turn= 24 sts
Continue crocheting in the round, around the center of the flower, below the top layer of petals, by taking each st from R2 of the petals and the bl of each st from Rnd 3 of the center of the flower to join both pieces.
Rnd 3: Sc 24= 24 sts (close last st of the Rnd with sport weight yarn in GREEN)
Cut PURPLE/ORANGE.
Do not turn, do not fasten off. Continue crocheting in the round, in a spiral, to shape the flower receptacle.
Rnd 4: Sc 24= 24 sts
Sl st in next st.
Rnd 5: (Sc 1, dec 1) rep ( ) 8 times= 16 sts
Rnd 6: (Dec 1) rep ( ) 8 times= 8 sts
Rnd 7-8: Sc 8= 8 sts
Sl st in next st. Fasten off. With beg tail and tapestry needle close the sp between 1st and last petal. Weave in all ends.
TOP SMALL PETALS
Crocheted in the round, in one closed round, starting from one petal. With thread weight yarn in PURPLE/ORANGE and 2.5 mm crochet hook, starting in one st from the center of the petals’ top layer.
Rnd 1: (Sc join, 1 ch-3 picot) in 1st st, [(sc 1, 1 ch-3 picot) in next st] rep [ ] 23 times= 24 ch-3 petals
Sl st in next st.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
CENTER FILAMENTS
Crocheted in the round, in one closed round, starting from one filament. With thread weight yarn in GREEN and 2.5 mm crochet hook, starting in one fl of one st from Rnd 2 of the center of the flower.
Rnd 1: (Sc join, 1 ch-3 picot) in 1st st, [(sc 1, 1 ch-3 picot) in next st] rep [ ] 15 times= 16 ch-3 petals
Sl st in next st.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
MINI VASE
Crocheted in the round, in a spiral, starting from the center. With worsted weight yarn in STRAW and 5 mm crochet hook make a slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 8 sc inside the ring= 8 sts
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around= 16 sts
Rnd 3: (Sc 1, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 8 times= 24 sts
Rnd 4: Bl sc 24= 24 sts
Rnd 5-7: Sc 24= 24 sts
Rnd 8: (Sc 2, dec 1) rep ( ) 6 times= 18 sts
Rnd 9-10: Sc 18= 18 sts
Rnd 11: (Sc 1, dec 1) rep ( ) 6 times= 12 sts
Rnd 12-16: Sc 12= 12 sts
Rnd 17: Sl st 12, close with invisible join in the 1st sl st of the Rnd= 12 sts
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
FINISHING
Wrap the wooden stick with floral tape. Fill in the flower receptacle, insert the stem and glue to the receptacle to keep in place.
Place one or more flowers inside the vase.
And your Crochet Mini Vase with Flowers is all set to be the center piece on your table and to give as cute detail on Mother’s Day.
Make different flowers and mini vases in varied colors. Share your makes with me, use #crochetminivasewithflowers tag for me to see your version or tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram.
All written instructions and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
]]>I have found that Spring and Easter season are such a great crochet inspiration, to make colorful projects and welcome sunnier days.
The Crochet Easter Garland will be wonderful to decorate your home, for the Easter egg hunt or any special gathering with friends and family.
Easily adaptable, to hang from your door or from your table, with easy-to-make bunnies which can be replicated in different shades and mini pompoms for that extra festive look.
Broadening the season’s project catalogue, because there are already some other free crochet patterns that you can also make, to put together the complete Easter celebration. Like the Crochet Easter Bunny, which is a super cute mini bag, to be filled with sweet treats.
Or the Cotton Crochet Charm, which is so easy to make and also perfect for beginners, to weave beautiful little friends in no time with your yarn leftovers.
And even a big size crochet softie, with its carrot t-shirt, to make an amazing gift and learn intarsia crochet too. Hop-Hop Charlie free pattern, divided into four videos, for a super detailed step by step guide. Make sure to check the full blog posts and video tutorials for complete instructions.
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
Treble crochet
Double crochet, with an extra yarn over at the beginning, to create a taller stitch. Yarn over twice, insert hook in next st, yarn over and draw through the st, (yarn over and draw through two loops on the hook) twice, yarn over and draw through last two loops on the hook.
Double treble crochet
Double crochet, with two extra yarn overs at the beginning, to create a taller stitch. Yarn over three times, insert hook in next st, yarn over and draw through the st, (yarn over and draw through two loops on the hook) rep ( ) 3 times, yarn over and draw through last two loops on the hook.
All essential steps are covered in the Crochet Easter Garland. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have the written directions (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
Worsted weight, sport weight and fingering weight yarns, all are used in this single project because that is what I needed for only a few rows for the bunnies, full mini pompons and a light guide for the garland.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE
Bunny: 2.6” x 4.7” / 6.5 cm x 12 cm
Finished Garland: 37.8” x 4.7” / 96 cm x 12 cm
GAUGE
(single crochet, back and forth, with worsted weight yarn and 5 mm crochet hook)
15 sts and 16 rows= 4”/10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
NOTES
CROCHET EASTER GRALAND
EASTER BUNNY (Make 3 in GREEN, 2 in BEIGE and 2 in STRAW)
Crocheted in the round, in a spiral, and then back and forth, starting from the center of the body. With worsted weight yarn and 5 mm crochet hook, make a slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 6 sc inside the ring= 6 sts
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around= 12 sts
Rnd 3: (Sc 1, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 6 times= 18 sts
Rnd 4: Sc 1, (2 sc in next st, sc 2) rep ( ) 5 times, 2 sc in next st, sc 1= 24 sts
R5 (RS): (Sl st 1, ch 3, tr 1, dtr 1) in next st, sc 3, (dtr 1, tr 1, dc 1) in next st, turn.
Continue crocheting back and forth to shape the ears.
R6: Skip 1 st, (sl st in next st, ch 6, starting in 2nd ch from the hook sc 1, hdc 4) twice, sl st in next st.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
MINI POMPOMS (Make 4 in WHITE, 2 in YELLOW and 2 in PINK)
With fingering weight yarn and the fork, shape each pompom. Wrap the yarn around the center of the fork several times. Knot from the center and cut the ends. Even all yarn ends for a more circular shape.
FINISHING
GUIDE AND GARLAND JOIN
Crocheted in one row only, starting from one end. With sport weight yarn and 3 mm crochet hook, ch 241.
R1: Starting in 2nd ch from the hook sl st 40, (sl st 1 over the top of one ear and the next foundation ch, sl st 8, sl st 1 over the top of one ear and the next foundation ch, sl st 15) rep ( ) 6 times, sl st 1 over the top of one ear and the next foundation ch, sl st 8, sl st 1 over the top of one ear and the next foundation ch, sl st 40= 240 sts
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
With tapestry needle, sew the mini pompoms in the space between each bunny and the garland ends.
And your Crochet Easter Garland is ready to embellish your spaces this Spring, with beautiful colors and wishes to be shared with your loved ones.
Customize it for your own home and taste. Share your makes with me, use #crocheteastergarland tag for me to see your version or tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram.
All written instructions and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
]]>I have always loved little crochet appliqués because they are so cute and they can also be used for many different purposes, within other crochet pieces or other handmade projects.
The Crochet Mini Bear is so tiny that you will be able to apply for a hair pin, a paper clip, a bookmark and so many more day to day useful pieces.
And by being this small it is super fast to finish with only a few stitches and rounds, with minimal finishing steps too. Making it easier to replicate for a full collection.
Another option that can also be made for special occasions like Valentine’s Day, to give to family and friends as well. Such as the available options that you can already find as free video tutorials, like the Cupid Crochet Bookmark, that is also easy and fast to make. Make sure to check the full blog post and video tutorial for complete instructions.
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
Invisible join
It is used to get a cleaner end of round. Finish last st of the Rnd, cut the yarn leaving a 4”/10 cm tail and pull the yarn through the final loop. Thread tapestry needle and insert in the first st of the rnd. Then, insert the needle on top of the last st of the rnd, by going through the center and pulling through the WS. Pull to close and fasten off.
All essential steps are covered in the Crochet Mini Bear Video Tutorial. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have the written directions (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
I only used a very small amount of thread weight cotton yarn, to get the cute reduced size and just easy embroidery stitches to shape the pretty face.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE
1” x 0.8” / 2.5 cm x 2 cm
GAUGE
(single crochet, back and forth)
26 sts and 24 rows= 4”/10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
NOTES
CROCHET MINI BEAR
FRONT/BACK (MAKE 2)
Crocheted in the round, in a spiral, starting from the center. Make a slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 8 sc inside the ring= 8 sts
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around= 16 sts
Rnd 3: Sl st 5, (sl st 1, ch 1, 2 hdc, ch 1, sl st 1) in next st, sl st 4, (sl st 1, ch 1, 2 hdc, ch 1, sl st 1) in next st, sl st 5, close with invisible join in the 1st sl st of the Rnd
Fasten off and weave in all ends in one piece and fasten off by leaving a long tail on the other piece.
FINISHING
With sewing thread and needle, embroider the nose and muzzle of the bear over Rnd 1 of the front. Embroider the eyes to each side of the nose, between Rnds 1-2 of the front.
With tapestry needle, join front and back of the bear head, with WS together.
And as easy as that, you have finished this super cute crochet appliqué, to make many of them but all of them with their unique touch.
Which use are you planning for yours? Share your makes with me, use #crochetminibear tag for me to see your version or tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram.
All written instructions and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
]]>Fashion accessories such as bracelets may be small, but they can really complete our looks, especially if we can customize them with specific colors and pieces.
The Crochet Beaded Bracelet allows you to mix basic yarn craft skills with jewelry making. So easy and fast that you will want to make many of them for you, all family members and friends.
With only a few materials like leftover thread weight yarn and some beads. And only including chains, which are the most basic of all crochet stitches.
A suitable project for beginners, if you have little experience with the crochet hook. But in case you have never worked with crochet before and need a little practice, I suggest you watch my video Crochet from scratch first, where I show you the basics.
And you can also check some of my other easy patterns for jewelry, like the Catena Crochet Necklace/Bracelet if you are into fast and pretty projects. Make sure to read the full blog post and video tutorial for complete instructions.
All essential steps are covered in the Crochet Beaded Bracelet. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have the written directions (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
I used cotton thread weight yarn for the bracelet, because it will easily go through the beads so, just make sure that the little pieces that you will be using and your yarn are a good match.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE
6.7” / 17 cm long
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
CROCHET BEADED BRACELET
Before starting your crochet work, place all pieces over your fabric, this will prevent little pieces from sliding or falling. Place them in order, according to the sequence of color you wish your final bracelet to have. Then, insert the yarn through all pieces, by trying to leave some additional beads by the end, they can easily be removed before closing the bracelet. Crocheted in one row only. Make a slip ring.
Row 1: Slide first piece (this should be be the jump ring or lobster clasp) close to the slip ring and ch 1 by pulling the yarn over right after that first piece. Then, slide the next bead close to the last st made and complete 1 ch right after the bead. Rep until 0.4″ / 1 cm before the full length of the bracelet. You can also measure around the wrist to make sure you have almost reached the full circumference. Complete an additional sequence of beads if needed or cut the yarn by leaving 4″ / 10 cm. Remove beads that will not be used and slide the closing jump ring or lobster clasp, to complete the final chain right after.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
FINISHING
Use some glue for the yarn ends, in case you want to make the bracelet super secure and long lasting.
And your Crochet Beaded Bracelet has been completed, so easily that you will want to try in different color combinations, by playing with yarn shades. Or even add many more beads to make a super cool long necklace.
Such a simple and pretty way to mix your crochet with other accessories to create wearable items for your loved ones. Share yours with me, use #crochetbeadbracelet tag for me to see your version or tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram.
All written instructions and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
]]>Charms and little crochet details are the perfect solution to give your accessories an extra special touch. And they can also be made quicker than other projects because of the fewer steps involved.
The Crochet Angel Charm is one of those patterns that intends to be simple and cute. And it also works perfectly for Christmas season, as a symbol of peace and good wishes.
With the perfect small size to be given as a beautiful and practical present. Including basic stitches and construction, looking to facilitate the making in case you want to make more than one (which I am pretty sure you will do).
A suitable project for beginners, if you have little experience with the crochet hook. But in case you have never worked with crochet before and need a little practice, I suggest you watch my video Crochet from scratch first, where I show you the basics.
Another option that adds up to your Christmas crochet plans, like the Abundance Lamb Keychain, that is also perfect for the new year to come, to give to family and friends as well. Make sure to check the full blog post and video tutorial for complete instructions.
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
Treble crochet
Double crochet, with an extra yarn over at the beginning, to create a taller stitch. Yarn over twice, insert hook in indicated st, yarn over and draw through the st, (yarn over and draw through two loops on the hook) twice, yarn over and draw through last two loops on the hook.
Invisible join
It is used to get a cleaner end of round. Finish last st of the Rnd, cut the yarn leaving a 4”/10 cm tail and pull the yarn through the final loop. Thread tapestry needle and insert in the first st of the rnd. Then, insert the needle on top of the last st of the rnd, by going through the center and pulling through the WS. Pull to close and fasten off.
All essential steps are covered in the Crochet Angel Charm Video Tutorial. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have the written directions (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
I used a mix of cotton and hemp yarn in DK weight for this little angel, but it can really be made with any fiber you have at home, only add the bead to give it that unique look and work it even faster.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE
2” x 2.4” / 5 cm x 6 cm
GAUGE
(single crochet, back and forth)
22 sts and 20 rows= 4”/10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
NOTES
CROCHET ANGEL CHARM
BODY
Crocheted in the round, in a spiral, starting from the top. With 3 mm crochet hook and CREAM make a slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 6 sc inside the ring= 6 sts
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around= 12 sts
Rnd 3: Sc 12= 12 sts
Rnd 4: (Sc 3, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 3 times= 15 sts
Rnds 5-6: Sc 15= 15 sts
Rnd 7: Sc 2, (2 sc in next st, sc 4) twice, 2 sc in next st, sc 2= 18 sts
Rnd 8: Sc 18= 18 sts
Rnd 9: Sc 18, close with invisible join in the 1st sc of the Rnd= 18 sts
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
ROBE
Crocheted in the round, in a spiral, and back and forth, starting from the top. With 3 mm crochet hook and CREAM make a slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 6 sc inside the ring= 6 sts
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around= 12 sts
Rnd 3: Sc 12= 12 sts
Rnd 4 (RS): Sc 11= 11 sts (leave 1 st uncrocheted)
Turn the work, to continue crocheting back and forth, to shape the robe bottom.
R5-12: Ch 1, sc 11, turn= 11 sts
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
WINGS
Crocheted in the round, in a spiral, starting from the center. With 3 mm crochet hook and CREAM make a slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 6 sc inside the ring= 6 sts
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around= 12 sts
Rnd 3: (Sc 1, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 6 times= 18 sts
Rnd 4: Sl st 2, (ch 4, 3 tc) in next st, 3 dc in next st, hdc 1, sc 1, sl st 7, sc 1, hdc 1, 3 dc in next st, (3 tc, ch 4, 1 sl st) in next st, sl st 1, close with invisible join in the 1st sl st of the Rnd
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
HANDS
Crocheted in the round, over the side of the work, starting from one end. With 2.5 mm crochet hook and BEIGE ch 2, by leaving a long tail at the beg to sew afterwards.
Rnd 1: Sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook= 1 st
Rnd 2: Turn the work slightly to the left. Insert the hook in the horizontal thread of sc from Rnd 1, over the side of the work.
Sc 1= 1 st
Rnd 3: Turn the work slightly to the left. Insert the hook in the two horizontal threads of sc from last Rnd, over the side of the work.
Sc 1= 1 st
Rep Rnd 3 until cord is 1.2” / 3 cm long.
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
FINISHING
Cut two 11.2”/30 cm strips of CREAM. Fold each strip in half, insert the hook in the bead, pull one strip through the bead, then pull the yarn ends through the loop to hold the bead. Rep for the other yarn strip on the other side of the bead. Tie the bead between Rnds 1 and 2 of the body, by tying up the strips’ ends on the WS.
Place the robe over the bead, by covering the thread from the sides and join to the body. Join the hands together from the center to shape and then sew the hands to the body, centered with the face, between Rnds 3 and 4 of the body. Sew the wings over the back center.
Pin one end of the key chain to one st of Rnd 1 of the head. Use pliers to open and close the ring if necessary.
And your Crochet Angel is all set, so fast and pretty that you will want to make it in different colors to surprise your loved ones.
How many are you planning to make? They can even become part of the Christmas tree decorations, they would look so lovely. Share your makes with me, use #crochetangel tag for me to see your version or tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram.
All written instructions and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
]]>Winter season is always a very creative and fun time to take advantage of our crochet skills. The cold weather and Christmas festivities ahead become the main inspirations for new projects.
It’s been a while since I made the Oriens Mug Cozy and personally, I have using my own quite a lot, because it is a practical and cute home accessory. So, I decided I wanted to make the Christmas themed version, by adding a few easy changes.
Keeping it easy skill level, with the same in the round and back and forth construction, by making last rows with chenille yarn for texture and different finishing steps.
A suitable project for beginners, if you have little experience with the crochet hook. But in case you have never worked with crochet before and need a little practice, I suggest you watch my video Crochet from scratch first, where I show you the basics.
You can also take a look at the original Oriens Mug Cozy project which includes an eyelet, if you have some beautiful buttons at home that you want to use. Make sure to check the dedicated blog post and video tutorial, if you need more step by step photos or a longer video, for a more extensive reference on the making.
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
Invisible join
It is used to get a cleaner end of round. Finish last st of the Rnd, cut the yarn leaving a 4”/10 cm tail and pull the yarn through the final loop. Thread tapestry needle and insert in the first st of the rnd. Then, insert the needle on top of the last st of the rnd, by going through the center and pulling through the WS. Pull to close and fasten off.
All essential steps are covered in the Oriens Mug Cozy – Christmas Version Video Tutorial. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have the round by round directions (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
For this Santa-like look, I used both acrylic and cotton sport weight yarns for the main body of the mug cover, then some chenille DK weight yarn for the puffy look on the edge. But you could really use any kind of yarn you have, as long as it is close to sport weight, you will get a similar size and fit for medium size mugs. With a pair of snaps this time, for the flap to be easily opened.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE
10.8”/ 27.5 cm (circumference) x 3”/ 7.5 cm high (to cover a medium size mug)
GAUGE
(single crochet, back and forth)
23 sts x 24 rows= 4”/ 10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
NOTES
ORIENS MUG COZY – CHRISTMAS VERSION
Crocheted in the round, in a spiral and back and forth, starting from the bottom. With RED make a magic/slip ring.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, 6 sc inside the ring= 6 sts
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around= 12 sts
Rnd 3: (Sc 1, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 6 times= 18 sts
Rnd 4: Sc 1, (2 sc in next st, sc 2) rep ( ) 5 times, 2 sc in next st, sc 1= 24 sts
Rnd 5: (Sc 3, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 6 times= 30 sts
Rnd 6: Sc 2, (2 sc in next st, sc 4) rep ( ) 5 times, 2 sc in next st, sc 2= 36 sts
Rnd 7: (Sc 5, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 6 times= 42 sts
Rnd 8: Sc 3, (2 sc in next st, sc 6) rep ( ) 5 times, 2 sc in next st, sc 3= 48 sts
Rnd 9: (Sc 7, 2 sc in next st) rep ( ) 6 times= 54 sts
Rnd 10: Sc 4, (2 sc in next st, sc 8) rep ( ) 5 times, 2 sc in next st, sc 4= 60 sts
Rnds 11-13: Sc 60= 60 sts.
To shape the mug cozy flap, continue crocheting back and forth, starting from the outer edge of the flap. Turn.
R14 (WS): Ch 15, starting in 2nd ch from the hook sc 14 and continue with 59 sc over sts of Rnd 13 (leaving 1 sc uncrocheted), turn= 73 sts
R15-16: Ch 1, sc 73, turn= 73 sts (change to BLACK in last st of R16)
Cut RED.
R17-20: Ch 1, sc 73, turn= 73 sts (change to RED in last st of R20)
Cut BLACK.
R21-24: Ch 1, sc 73, turn= 73 sts (change to WHITE in last st of R24)
Cut RED.
R25-27: Ch 1, sc 73, turn= 73 sts
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
BELT BUCKLE
Crocheted in the round, in one round, starting from one side. With YELLOW ch 18.
Rnd 1: Starting in first ch made to close in the round (taking care not to twist the foundation ch), [sl st 3, (1 sl st, ch 2, 1 sl st) in next ch, sl st 4, (1 sl st, ch 2, 1 sl st) in next ch] twice, close with invisible join in the 1st sl st of the Rnd= 14 sl st and 4 corners of 2 sl st and 1 ch-2 sp
Fasten off leaving a long tail for sewing.
FINISHING
With sewing thread and needle, join one side of the snaps to the inner part of the flap end, over the black and white bands. Sew the opposite side of the snaps to the mug cozy, over the black and white bands, 2″ / 5 cm from the open end.
With tapestry needle, sew the belt buckle to the black band, on the front of the mug cozy, 5.5″ / 14 cm from the flap end.
And your mug cozy is ready for all the Christmas events and gatherings. You can even give them as cute gifts for your friends, by pairing them with the actual mug and some delicious treats.
Crochet a complete set for all your mugs for Christmas Eve and Christmas morning! They will also become part of your Winter decor. Share your makes with me, use #christmasmugcozy tag for me to see your version or tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram.
All written instructions and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
]]>The third stage in our C2C crochet learning journey, moving forward with a new step and a new project too. Just in time for Fall season, with beautiful colors and texture.
The Maple C2C Crochet Hot Pad is a great project to practice drawing with corner to corner technique, with that fun diagonal dynamic that gives such beautiful pixels to create.
It follows the basics of C2C technique by increasing and decreasing within a simple square but now, with the added feature of color changes between two yarns to display the Maple leaf, which calls out for those Autumn warm tones.
A small size project, to ease the medium skill level of changing from one tone to the other. Only a few rows to reach the widest diagonal to then go back by decreasing one block in each row and shape the cute square.
A free pattern that is worked mainly with double crochets, chains, slip stitches and single crochet, to create every little block that puts all the project together and then making the nice edge. But if you do not have many notions of these basic stitches, you can watch my Basic Stitches back and forth video below, which covers all the essentials for three different stitches, including double and single crochets, if you feel you need to practice first.
A pattern that uses thread weight cotton yarn, for bright colors and nice stitch definition. And another square is made as backing, to get that padded texture that is ideal for hot pads.
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
C2C Crochet (Corner to corner)
Crochet technique that is made from small blocks which are worked diagonally. The blocks are commonly made of 3 double crochets and 3 chains (they can also be made with half double crochets). It is worked back and forth, by increasing or decreasing one block in each row, depending on the final shape needed (square, rectangle, triangle).
Single crochet join (Standing single crochet)
Used to add a new yarn in the beginning of a new round, to get a cleaner start. Make a slip ring over the hook, insert the hook in the st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook.
Invisible join
It is used to get a cleaner end of round. Finish last st of the Rnd, cut the yarn leaving a 4”/10 cm tail and pull the yarn through the final loop. Thread tapestry needle and insert in the first st of the rnd. Then, insert the needle on top of the last st of the rnd, by going through the center and pulling through the WS. Pull to close and fasten off.
This video tutorial for the Maple C2C Crochet Hot Pad covers all steps of the making. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have all written directions, charts and images (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
If you want the formatted, ad free, 11 page PDF document (with written instructions, chart and more than 50 images in photo tutorials) of the Maple C2C Crochet Hot Pad, this is available in my pattern stores (Ravelry, Etsy, Lovecrochet) for USD $4.70.
Thread weight yarn with a 2 mm crochet hook was the right combination for me, to get nice little squares and a defined shape, perfect for a detailed leaf. PLEASE NOTE that the video tutorial displays the hot pad made with BROWN and GREEN, while this post focuses on the ORANGE/BROWN combination.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE
6.1” x 6.1” / 15.5 cm x 15.5 cm
GAUGE
C2C pattern, back and forth
One block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp= 0.4”/1 cm
10 blocks x 10 blocks= 4”/10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
This design includes crochet basic stitches, easy level shaping mixed with C2C (corner to corner) technique color changes and simple finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
NOTES
MAPLE C2C CROCHET HOT PAD
MAPLE C2C CROCHET SQUARE
Crocheted back and forth, starting from one corner. With BROWN ch 6. Crochet by following Maple C2C Crochet Square Chart below and/or written instructions.
R1 (RS): Starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, turn= 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R2: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, sl st in 3rd ch of block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, turn= 2 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R3: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, turn= 3 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R4: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, turn= 4 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R5: From this R on switch colors between BROWN and ORANGE to shape the drawing, by closing last dc of the block (before the sl st) with the new color and by cutting the color that will not be used. Leave the beg and final tails for each color change on the WS.
With BROWN ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, turn= 5 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R6: With BROWN ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, turn= 6 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R7: With BROWN ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, turn= 7 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R8: With BROWN ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, with ORANGE sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with BROWN sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, turn= 8 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R9: With BROWN ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, with ORANGE sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with BROWN sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, turn= 9 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R10: With BROWN ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 6 times, with BROWN sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, turn= 10 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R11: With BROWN ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 5 times, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 4 times, turn= 11 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R12: With BROWN ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 8 times, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, turn= 12 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R13: With BROWN ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 7 times, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, turn= 13 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R14: With BROWN sl st 4, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 6 times, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 4 times, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, turn= 12 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R15: With BROWN sl st 4, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 4 times, with BROWN sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with BROWN sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, turn= 11 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R16: With BROWN sl st 4, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 5 times, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, turn= 10 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R17: With BROWN sl st 4, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 4 times, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, turn= 9 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R18: With BROWN sl st 4, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with BROWN sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with BROWN sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, turn= 8 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R19: With BROWN sl st 4, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, with ORANGE sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, turn= 7 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R20: With BROWN sl st 4, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, with ORANGE (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, with BROWN (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, turn= 6 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R21: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 5 times, turn= 5 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R22: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 4 times, turn= 4 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R23: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 3 times, turn= 3 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R24: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) twice, turn= 2 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R25 (RS): Sl st 4, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, turn= 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
Do not turn, to continue working on the RS, in the round, to make the square edging.
Rnd 26: Ch 1, (3 sc in ch-3 sp, sc 3) rep ( ) 26 times= 156 sts
Sl st in next st.
Fasten off.
C2C CROCHET SQUARE
Crocheted back and forth, starting from one corner. With BROWN ch 6. Crochet by following C2C Crochet Square Chart below and/or written instructions.
R1 (RS): Starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, turn= 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R2: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, sl st in 3rd ch of block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, turn= 2 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R3: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, turn= 3 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R4: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, turn= 4 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R5-13: Rep the sequence of R, by increasing 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp in each R, until reaching R13 and having 13 blocks.
R14: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 12 times, turn= 12 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R15: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 11 times, turn= 11 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R16: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 10 times, turn= 10 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R17-25: Rep the sequence of R, by decreasing 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp in each R, until reaching R25 and having 1 block only.
Do not turn, to continue working on the RS, in the round, to make the square edging.
Rnd 26: Ch 1, (3 sc in ch-3 sp, sc 3) rep ( ) 26 times= 156 sts
Sl st in next st.
Fasten off.
FINISHING
MAPLE LEAF EMBROIDERY
With yarn needle and BROWN, embroider the leaf veins, by making long stitches that cover one block approximately, pulling the thread for each stitch twice.
HOT PAD JOIN AND EDGE
Crocheted in the round, in closed rounds, by working all around the squares’ edge. Hold the Maple C2C Crochet Square and the C2C Crochet Square together, with WS facing. With ORANGE, on the RS of the Maple C2C Crochet Square, starting from the upper left corner, inserting through both pieces to join.
Rnd 1: Sc join, sc 116, ch 25, sc 39, sl st in first st= 156 sc and 1 ch-25 sp
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc 180, close with invisible join in the 3rd beg ch= 181 sts
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
And you have finished making the Maple C2C Crochet Hot Pad, with a beautiful drawing to celebrate nice warm gatherings with family and friends. To crochet in different shades, inspired by the Autumn leaves.
Another step into C2C technique that you will want to keep practicing to discover all its lovely possibilities. Share your version with me, use #maplec2chotpad to see your creation or just tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram. And keep following for more C2C and crochet projects ahead!
All written instructions, chart and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
]]>Learning a new technique is kind of a path, where you begin with first steps and continue discovering with further possibilities. That is the way I will be covering C2C crochet topic for some more posts, because it is worth going through the most important variations to understand it.
The Colors C2C Crochet Blanket tutorial, which was launched a couple of weeks ago was the first approach, to learn the basic corner to corner square construction. And now, the Pixel C2C Crochet Scarf goes a little further, to display a rectangle structure, to go on with this fun diagonal and colorful dynamic.
If you want to check my Colors C2C Crochet Blanket to start with a C2C basic square you can watch that video tutorial first, to get those essential notions.
Because breaking it into separate projects can make it easier to practice, starting with the easiest steps and evolving little by little in complexity. As mentioned before, the scarf involves a rectangle, that still uses basic corner to corner principles and with the perfect size for a medium scarf you can wear all year long.
Repetitive crochet patterns are used to complete the design, to increase one block in each row to begin and then, keeping the same number of blocks diagonally, to grow the scarf in length. And by the end, going back by decreasing one block in each row.
A free pattern that is worked mainly with double crochets, chains and slip stitches, to create every little block that puts all the project together. But if you do not have many notions of these basic stitches, you can watch my Basic Stitches back and forth video below, which covers all the essentials for three different stitches, including double crochets, if you feel you need to practice first.
One project that could be considered small and perfect to display colorful yarns too, allowing the color transitions to pop up so beautifully in little pixels.
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
C2C Crochet (Corner to corner)
Crochet technique that is made from small blocks which are worked diagonally. The blocks are commonly made of 3 double crochets and 3 chains (they can also be made with half double crochets). It is worked back and forth, by increasing or decreasing one block in each row, depending on the final shape needed (square, rectangle, triangle).
Single crochet join (Standing single crochet)
Used to add a new yarn in the beginning of a new round, to get a cleaner start. Make a slip ring over the hook, insert the hook in the st, yarn over, pull through the st, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook.
This video tutorial for the Pixel C2C Crochet Scarf covers all steps of the making. Video is in Spanish, but you have the option to see the Closed Caption in the language of your choice, by selecting the settings icon on the video then, select Closed Caption, Automatic Translation and select your language. And you also have all written directions, a chart and images (below this same post), to follow every detail step by step.
If you want the formatted, ad free, 9 page PDF document (with written instructions, charts and more than 50 images in photo tutorials) of the Pixel C2C Crochet Scarf, this is available in my pattern stores (Ravelry, Etsy, Lovecrochet) for USD $4.70. And I think I should also mention that this includes the formatted Colors C2C Crochet Blanket PDF as well.
I used DK weight yarn and 5 mm crochet hook to create a light yet cozy scarf. And with a yarn that already includes color changes, like I did with the blanket project, to take advantage of that square block effect all over the piece. PLEASE NOTE that the video tutorial displays the scarf made with PURPLE/PINK yarn while this post display the making with PINK SHADES option.
SUGGESTED MATERIALS
FINISHED SIZE
5.5” x 34.8” / 14 cm x 88.5 cm
GAUGE
C2C pattern, back and forth
One block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp= 0.8”/2 cm
5.5 blocks x 5.5 blocks= 4”/10 cm
SKILL LEVEL
Easy: This design includes basic crochet stitches, simple shaping and finishing techniques.
STITCH GUIDE
NOTES
PIXEL C2C CROCHET SCARF
Crocheted back and forth, starting from one corner. Ch 6. Crochet by following Pixel
C2C Crochet Scarf Chart below and/or written instructions.
R1: Starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, turn= 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R2: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, sl st in 3rd ch of block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, turn= 2 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R3: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) twice, turn= 3 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R4: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 3 times, turn= 4 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R5-8: Rep the same sequence of R, by increasing 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp in each R, until reaching R8 and having 8 blocks.
R9: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 7 times, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, turn= 8 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R10: Ch 6, starting in 4th ch from the hook dc 3, (sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp) rep ( ) 7 times, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R, turn= 8 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R11-47: Rep R9-10, 18 more times and R9 once more.
R48: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 7 times, turn= 7 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R49: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 6 times, turn= 6 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R50: Sl st 4, (ch 3, 3 dc in ch-3 sp, sl st in 3rd ch of next block from last R) rep ( ) 5 times, turn= 5 blocks of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp
R51-54: Rep the same sequence of R, by decreasing 1 block of 3 dc and 1 ch-3 sp in each R, until completing R54 and having 1 block only.
Do not fasten off, turn to make one new R to continue working on the narrow edge of the scarf.
R55 (RS): Sl st 4, ch 1, (2 sc in ch-3 sp, sc 3) rep ( ) 4 times= 20 sts
Fasten off.
Rotate the scarf on the RS, to work on the opposite narrow edge. Starting in 1st dc of the edge.
R1 (RS): Sc join, sc 2, (2 sc in ch-3 sp, sc 3) rep ( ) 3 times, 2 sc in ch-3 sp= 20 sts
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
And your Pixel C2C Crochet Scarf is done, with those amazing shades of color going back and forth, to give your outfits that extra pop of joy.
A fun variation of C2C basic technique that you will definitely want to try. Share your version with me, use #pixelc2cscarf to see your creation or just tag me as @chabepatterns on my Instagram. And keep following for the next C2C project ahead!
All written instructions, chart and images in this pattern are protected by Copyright. This pattern is for personal use and not to be copied or reproduced, partially or totally, for any purpose. It may not be redistributed or shared anywhere, either online or offline. Finished items made from this pattern may be sold, in small quantity. But they cannot be promoted using the images contained in this pattern. Proper credit for the original design must be given to Chabepatterns and link back to this post and/or designer’s pattern shop.
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