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 Winter 2015

Projects, tips & techniques for crochet enthusiasts

Techniques & More 40 Trendy Tunic 67 Medallion Mania Throw

Lisa Gentry Marly Bird
27 Beginner’s Guide – Tunisian
Crochet Short Rows 50 Granite Pullover
Sheryl Thies Melissa Leapman
Kids’ Projects

54 Knooking Corner – Easy 35 Biker Baby

Ribbed Bag Accessories & Fun Stuff Deborah Bagley
Sheryl Thies 12 Sparkling Snowflake Scarf 62 Oh Dear, Reindeer
Suzann Thompson Megan Kreiner
56 Stitch Dictionary – Textures
Amy Polcyn 16 Double Bullion & Shell Scarf 70 Plow Away Boredom
Suzann Thompson Megan Kreiner
58 Vintage Inspired – Winter
Wreaths Table Runner 20 Easy Asymmetrical Scarf
Amy Polcyn Tian Connaughton In Every Issue
60 Learn to Crochet - Vintage 30 Esmeralda’s Wrap 4 Editor’s Letter
Slippers Sheryl Thies 6 Trendspotting
Amy Polcyn 8 Bookshelf
38 Warm Winter Wrap 10 Crochet Corner
Stylish Garments Melissa Leapman
76 Basic Crochet Instructions
44 Woven Shells Hat and Scarf Set 79 Resources
24 Holiday Sequins Sweater
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32 Cozy Weekend Pullover 48 Two-Tone Chevron Scarf

Lorna Miser Susan Jeffers

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 Editor's Letter
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A we move into this Winter Issue, I have

As EDITORIAL
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 Trendspotting
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Three hot trends to keep you cozy this winter!

Rich reds
Ruby tones are inspiring fashion gurus, and delicious
reds have been spotted all over the runway. Ranging
from candy apple colors to deeper burgundy tones,
red projects are effortlessly chic. You can find reds as
bright or as muted as you like, so it’s easy to make this
trend work for your signature style. Freshen up your
favorite ensembles with a pop of red for a regal look
that will turn heads.
See our Woven Shells Set, page 44.

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Holiday Sparkles
Just as they did in fall, pieces with a bit of sparkle are
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fashion world. Whether you want just a hint of glamour
or a truly ornate look, embellished yarn is an easy way
to take your project to the next level. These gorgeous
yarns quickly add sparkle, shine, and pizzazz to even
the simplest sweater or accessory. Add a little holiday
cheer to your wardrobe this winter with a festive and
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Sparkling Snowflakes Scarf, page 12.
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The Crocheter’s Companion

BY NANCY BROWN
This helpful guide is the ultimate book for beginners! With
detailed instructions on the most common crochet stitches, as
well as reading charts and written patterns, you’ll find everything
you need to give you the confidence to tackle your first project.
Covering basic ideas like working in rows and rounds, as well as
advanced techniques including post stitches, cables, beading,
Irish crochet, and Tunisian crochet, this book will be a useful
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Interweave, 2013, 131 pages, $19.95, bit.ly/CrochetCompanion

Boho Crochet
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The bohemian look is one trend that’s shown serious staying
power, and crochet lends itself to this style perfectly. The fun-to-
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Martingale, 2015, 143 pages, $22.99, www.shopmartingale.com

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This book will encourage you to explore unique and fashionable
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them day after day.
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Sparkling Snowflake
Scarf KKKK Skill Level

This scarf borrows from Irish crochet techniques: motifs in three sizes are
worked in two weights of yarns, then joined with wee motifs filling the gaps
between flakes. Like snowflakes themselves, no two scarves are alike!

Designed by Suzann Thompson

Finished measurements: 2, 1 dc] in next ch-2 sp; rep from * 4
Materials Approx 9" wide x 61" long times, [ch 1, skip 1 sc, dc 1 in next
sc] twice, ch 1, skip next sc, join
Yarn weight: 4 5 Gauge with sl st to 3rd ch of ch-5 at beg of
rnd.
Gauge is not essential for this project. Rnd 4: Ch 1, sc 1 in same ch as sl st,
Yarn used: Wool-Ease and
Wool-Ease Chunky by Lion *[1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc] in next ch-2 sp, sc
Special abbreviations 1 in each of next 7 dc or ch-sps; rep
Brand Yarns
3-trCL (3 treble cluster): *[Yo] from * 4 times, [1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc] in
• 2 skeins Wool-Ease by Lion twice, pull up loop in ring, [yo and next ch-2 sp, sc 1 in each of next 6
Brand Yarns, 70% acrylic, draw through 2 loops] twice; rep dc or ch-sps, join with sl st to first sc
20% wool, 10% nylon (162 from * 2 times, yo and draw through of rnd, fasten off.
yds/70g) in color 501 White all 4 loops on hook. Rnd 5: From any ch-2 sp of rnd 4,
Frost (A) count back 3 sc and pull up a loop
FPdc (front post double crochet): in that sc, *ch 2, [1 dc, ch 3, 1 tr, ch
• 1 skein Wool-Ease Chunky Yo, insert hook from front of work to 3, 1 dc] in ch-2 sp, ch 2, skip 2 sc, sl
by Lion Brand Yarns, 78% back, then to front again around post st in next sc, ch 3, skip 3 sc, sl st in
acrylic, 19% wool, 3% of st indicated, yo and and pull up a next sc; rep from * 4 times, ch 2, [1
acrylic (153 yds/140g) in loop around post of st (3 loops on dc, ch 3, 1 tr, ch 3, 1 dc] in ch-2 sp,
color 301 Tinsel White (B) hook), [yo and draw through 2 loops] ch 2, skip 2 sc, sl st in next sc, ch 2,
twice, to complete dc. skip 3 sc, hdc 1 in next st (same st
Tools: as beg of rnd).
Rnd 6: *Hdc 1 in next ch-sp, ch 1,
• U.S. size I-9 (5.5mm) FPdc around next dc, ch 1, 3 hdc in
crochet hook (for A) PATTERN
ch-sp, ch 1, FPdc around next tr, ch
• U.S. size J-10 (6mm) 1, 3 hdc in ch-sp, ch 1, FPdc around
Large snowflake (make 2 each in next dc, ch 1, hdc 1 in ch-sp, sl st
crochet hook (for B) A and B) in next ch-3 sp; rep from * 4 times,
• Sturdy fabric, approx 9" Ch 6, join with sl st in first ch to form hdc 1 in next ch-sp, ch 1, FPdc
wide x 61" long a ring. around next dc, ch 1, 3 hdc in ch-sp,
Rnd 1 (RS): Ch 3, [(yo) twice, pull up ch 1, FPdc around next tr, ch 1, 3
• Approx 85 medium-sized a loop in ring, (yo and draw through hdc in ch-sp, ch 1, FPdc around next
safety pins 2 loops) twice] twice, yo and draw dc, ch 1, hdc 1 in ch-sp, sl st in next
• Yarn needle through all loops on hook (first ch-2 sp.
cluster made), ch 3, [3-trCL, ch 3] in Rnd 7: Sk next hdc (which was the
Stitches used: ring 5 times, join with sl st at top of last st of rnd 5), *sl st in next hdc,
first cluster. sl st in ch-sp before FPdc, sl st in
• Single crochet Rnd 2: Ch 1, *[1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc] in top FPdc, ch 2, sl st in next 5 sts, (sl st,
of cluster, 3 sc in ch-sp; rep from * ch 2, sl st) in next FPdc, sl st in next
• Half double crochet
5 times, join with sl st to first sc of 5 sts, ch 2, sl st in next FPdc, sl st in
• Double crochet rnd. next ch-sp, sl st in next hdc, sc 1 in
Rnd 3: Sl st in ch-2 sp, ch 5 (counts ch-3 sp of rnd 5 (sc will cover the sl
• Treble crochet as dc and ch 2), 1 dc in same ch-2 st already there); rep from * 5 times,
• Post stitches sp, *[ch 1, skip 1 sc, dc 1 in next sc] join with sl st in first sl st of rnd,
twice, ch 1, skip next sc, [1 dc, ch fasten off.

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 To see step-by-step photos of
needle-joining, please go to
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Finishing
Weave in ends. Block using steam iron.

Arrange the snowflakes on the fabric

template. Some will go over the
edges of the template.
Using photo as inspiration, arrange
snowflakes, facedown, on fabric
template. Use as many motifs as
possible, placing them so their
edges touch. If you are frustrated
during this process, take a break and
try again later.

Medium snowflake (make 5 in A, Filler motifs (make approx 24 in A, Use filler motifs to span the spaces
2 in B) and as many as possible, up to 10, between motifs. They also stabilize
with B) the scarf, as you sew the motifs
Ch 6, join with sl st to first ch to
together.
form a ring. Ch 4, join with sl st in first ch to form
Rnds 1–3: Work rnds 1–3 of large a ring.
Fill in too-large spaces bet flakes with
snowflake. Rnd 1: Ch 1, 9 hdc in ring, cut yarn,
one or more filler motifs. When you
Rnd 4: *(Sl st, ch 3, 1 dc, ch 3, sl st, needle-join.
are satisfied with the arrangement,
ch 4, 1 tr, ch 4, sl st, ch 3, 1 dc, ch 3, sl
safety pin motifs in place.
st) in ch-sp at corner, [sc 1 in next ch- Needle-join filler motifs
sp, sc 1 in next dc] twice, sc 1 in next After last stitch of round, cut yarn Pin each motif, right side down, to
ch-sp; rep from * 5 times, join with sl and pull last loop out the top of the fabric template.
st in first st of rnd and fasten off. stitch, paying attention to how it Cut sewing lengths of A, split
pulls through from the WS. each length into two 2-ply lengths.
Small snowflake (make 7 in A, 2 Thread end in yarn needle. Take Use a yarn needle to break apart
in B) needle from front to back under the strands joined by the yarn’s fuzz.
Ch 6, join with sl st to first ch to top loops of the first full hdc of the This process make take a while, but
form a ring. round, pull yarn through. it is worth it for the reduced bulk.
Rnd 1: Work rnd 1 of large Using split yarn, sew motifs together
snowflake. Insert needle in top of last stitch, where they touch, skimming needle
Rnd 2: Ch 1,*(1 sc, ch 5, sl st in 5th bring needle through the top loop under the loops just inside the edges
ch from hook forming first picot, ch 6, and remaining 2 loops in the back of of the motifs. Weave in and cut
sl st in 6th ch from hook, ch 5, sl st in the hdc. sewing yarn when necessary; restart
5th ch from hook, sl st in base of first in another place.
picot, 1 sc) in top of cluster, 3 sc in Pull yarn through, and adjust loop to
ch-sp; rep from * 5 times, join with sl look like other loops of the round. Remove pins, set fabric template
st in first st of rnd and fasten off. Weave in end. The round looks as if aside, turn scarf RS up. s
it has no beginning or end.

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Sparkling Snowflake

Large Snowflake

5
4

Medium Snowflake

1
2

Small Snowflake

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 Festive & Fancy

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Double Bullion &
Shell Scarf KKKK Skill Level
A simple yet elegant shell pattern is beautifully embellished with the
double bullion stitch. For added decoration, a bullion picot is added to
the end of each stitch.

Designed by Suzann Thompson

Finished measurements: PATTERN

Materials 7½" wide x 62" long
First half
Yarn weight: 4 Gauge Ch 30.
12 sts and 8 rows = 4" (10cm) in dc
Yarn used: Deborah Norville
Collection Alpaca Dance by Shell
Note Row 1 (WS): Sc 1 in 2nd ch from
Premier Yarns
Scarf is worked from center out to hook, pm sc 1 in next ch, [ch 1, skip
• 2 skeins Deborah Norville each end. 1 ch, sc 1 in next ch] 13 times, sc 1
Collection Alpaca Dance by in next ch, turn.
Premier Yarns, 75% acrylic,
25% alpaca (371 yds/100g)
in color 25-16 Silver Fog

Tools:
• U.S. size J-10 (6mm)
crochet hook, or size
required for gauge
• One split-ring stitch marker,
safety pin, or paper clip
• Yarn needle

Stitches used:
• Single crochet
• Double crochet
• Double treble crochet
• Double bullion stitch

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 and tall. One loop rem on hook,
which is the “waiting” loop, working
yarn is at base of stitch.

Pull up loop in next sc of prev

row, ch 6, draw last ch st through
waiting loop, ch 1, rotate piece to
work around the ch-6, [insert hook
under ch-6, yo, pull up loop, yo and
draw through one loop] 12 times,
skip next ch of prev row, pull up a
loop in next sc (14 loops on hook),
yo and draw through all loops on
hook, letting yarn flow easily through
loops until the st is straight and tall.
One loop rem on hook, which is the
“waiting” loop, working yarn is at
base of stitch.**

Rep from * to ** 3 times. Pull up

loop in last sc of prev row, ch 7,
draw last ch st through waiting loop,
sl st in 2nd ch from hook, ch 1, turn.
(9 double bullions plus sts at each
end of row)

Row 2: Sc 1 in ch-7 sp at beg of

row, *ch 2, skip double bullion st, sc
1 in next sp between double bullion
sts; rep from * 7 times, ch 2, skip
Row 2 (RS): Ch 2 (counts as dc here double bullion st, sc 1 in ch-6 sp at
12 times (13 loops on hook), skip
and throughout), dc 1 in next sc, ch end of row. If completing the first
next ch of prev row, pull up a loop
1, [dc2tog, placing first dc in same half of the scarf, fasten off and work
in next sc (14 loops on hook), yo
sc as prev dc, sk next ch, place 2nd second half of scarf. If finishing the
and draw through all loops on hook,
dc in next sc, ch 1] 13 times, dc2tog second half, turn and proceed to trim
letting yarn flow easily through loops
placing first dc in same sc as prev dc row 3.
until the st is straight and tall. One
and 2nd dc in last sc of row, turn. loop rems on hook, which is the
Row 3: Ch 1, sc 1 in first dc, sc 1 in “waiting” loop, working yarn is at Second half
ch-1 sp, [ch 1, skip next st, 1 sc in base of stitch. First double bullion With RS facing, working in free loops
next ch-1 sp] 13 times, sc 1 in last dc stitch complete. of foundation ch, pull up a loop in the
of row, turn. marked ch, ch 2, remove marker, dc
*Pull up loop in next ch-sp of prev 1 in next ch, ch 1, [dc2tog, placing
Rep rows 2 and 3 until piece row, ch 6, draw last ch st through first dc in same ch as prev dc, sk
measures approx 28", ending with waiting loop, ch 1, rotate piece to next ch, place 2nd dc in next ch, ch
row 3. work around the ch-6, [insert hook 1] 13 times, dc2tog placing first dc
under ch-6, yo, pull up loop, yo and in same ch as prev dc and 2nd dc in
Trim draw through one loop] 12 times, last ch of row, ch 1, turn.
skip next sc of prev row, pull up
Row 1 (RS): Ch 7 ch, dtr 1 in next Note: All of ch sts worked already
a loop in next ch-sp (14 loops on
st, ch 1, working around the dtr, have sc in them from row 1.
hook), yo and draw through all loops
[insert hook under dtr, yo, pull up
on hook, letting yarn flow easily
loop, yo and draw through one loop]
through loops until the st is straight

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 Next row: Work row 3 of shell patt. insert hook in marked ch st, reinsert Rotate piece and work trim row 3
hook in open loop, tighten and pull along end of the scarf.
Rep rows 2 and 3 of shell patt until loop through loop at end of bullion
second half measures same as first st, remove marker** ch 2, sl st in Rotate scarf to work long side trim
half, ending with row 3. next sc*; rep from * to * 3 times, row as above, ending at the corner
then rep between * and ** once. (5 where trim row 3 started. Fasten
Work trim rows 1 and 2. double bullion shells) off, or for a more beautiful finish, cut
yarn and needle join to next st.
Trim row 3: *Ch 6, pm in ch Long side trim row: Rotate piece
currently on hook, working around to work along long side of scarf, [sc Finishing
ch-6, [insert hook under ch-6, yo, 1 in next ch at end of trim row 1, ch Weave in ends. Block. s
pull up loop, yo and draw through 1, sk 1 ch] 3 times, *sc 1 in side of
one loop] 12 times, pull up a loop next sc (at edge of a row 3), sc 1 in
in next ch-2 sp (14 loops on hook), side of next t-ch or dc (at edge of
yo and draw through all loops on a row 2); rep from * across side of
hook. With loop firmly around hook, scarf, ending with sc 1 in side of last See Fall 2015 Issue of
tighten yarn until st bends over all sc before t-ch of trim row 1, [sc 1 in Love of Crochet page 26
the way, sl st in same ch-2 sp, sl st next ch at the end of trim row 1, ch for beginner’s guide to
in next sc, enlarge loop so it won’t 1, sk 1 ch] 3 times, sc 1 in side of sc the bullion stitch..
unravel, remove hook from loop, of trim row 2.

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Easy Asymmetrical
Scarf KKKK Skill Level

This wisp of a scarf is just right to add a bit of warmth and flair to any
outfit. Explore filet crochet as you work up this lacy swatch of fabric with
jaunty asymmetrical edges and a fancy picot edging.

Designed by Tian Connaughton

with a lacy picot edge. The piece is 1, skip dc, dc 1] 2 times, [dc in ch-1
Materials reversible with no WS or RS. sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc
1 in 3rd ch of t-ch, turn.
Yarn weight: 1 Row 13: Ch 3, dc 6, [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp,
PATTERN dc 1] 2 times, ch 1, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
Yarn used: Socks that Rock Row 14: Ch 3, dc 1 in first dc, [ch 1,
Lightweight by Blue Moon Ch 9. skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 3 times, dc 5, dc
Row 1: Dc 1 in 4th ch from hook and in 1 in t-ch, turn.
Fiber Arts Row 15: Ch 4, skip dc, dc 1, [ch 1,
next 4 ch, 2 dc in last ch, turn. (8 sts)
• 1 skein Socks that Rock Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc here skip dc, dc 1] 2 times, [1 dc in ch-1
Lightweight by Blue Moon and throughout), dc 6, dc 1 in t-ch, sp, dc 1] 3 times, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
Fiber Arts, 100% superwash turn. Row 16: Ch 4, skip first dc, dc 7, [ch
merino (405 yds/146g) in Row 3: Ch 4 (counts as first dc and 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, ch 1,
color Big Brain Blue ch-1 sp), skip dc, dc 1, [ch 1, skip dc 1 in 3rd ch of t-ch, turn.
dc, dc 1] 2 times, 2 dc in t-ch, turn. Row 17: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch
Tools: (9 sts) 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 6,
Row 4: Ch 3, dc 2, [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 2 dc in 3rd ch of
• U.S. size H-8 (5mm) crochet t-ch, turn.
dc 1] 2 times, ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1
hook, or size required for Row 18: Ch 3, dc 1 in first dc, dc 1 in
in t-ch, turn. (6 dc and 3 ch-1 sps)
gauge Row 5: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch 1, skip dc, dc 1] 3
1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 1, 2 times, [1 dc in ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc
• Yarn needle
dc in t-ch, turn. (7 dc and 3 ch-1 sps) 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1 in 3rd ch of t-ch, turn.
Row 6: Ch 3, dc 1, ch 1, skip dc, [dc Row 19: Ch 3, dc 6, [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp,
Stitches used: dc 1] 3 times, dc 2, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
1, dc 1 in ch-1 sp] 3 times, dc 1 in
• Double crochet t-ch, turn. (9 dc and 1 ch-1 sp) Row 20: Ch 3, dc 4, [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp,
Row 7: Ch 3, dc 6, ch 1, skip ch-1 dc 1] 3 times, dc 5, dc 1 in t-ch, turn.
• Half double crochet Row 21: Ch 4, skip dc, dc 1, [ch 1,
sp, dc 1 in dc, 2 dc in t-ch, turn. (10
• Treble crochet dc and 1 ch-1 sp) skip dc, dc 1] 2 times, [dc in ch-1 sp,
Row 8: Ch 4, skip dc, dc 1, ch 1, skip dc 1] 3 times, ch 1, skip dc, dc 1, ch
ch-1 sp, dc 6, dc 1 in t-ch, turn. 1, skip dc, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
Finished measurements: Row 9: Ch 4, skip dc, dc 1, [ch 1, skip Row 22: Ch 3, dc 1, [ch 1, skip ch-1
75" long x 16½" wide, after blocking dc, 1 dc] 2 times, dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 6, [ch 1, skip
in dc, dc 1 in ch-1 sp, 2 dc in 3rd ch of ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, ch 1, dc 1 in
Gauge t-ch, turn. (9 dc and 3 ch-1 sps) 3rd ch of t-ch, turn.
Row 10: Ch 3, dc 5, [ch 1, skip ch-1 Row 23: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch
14 sts and 8 rows = 4" (10cm) in patt 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 6,
sp, dc 1] 2 times, ch 1, dc 1 in 3rd ch
of t-ch, turn. [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, 2
Notes dc in t-ch, turn.
Row 11: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch
The filet crochet scarf/shawl begins 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 4, 2 Row 24: Ch 3, dc 2, [1 dc in ch-1 sp, dc
at the short end, increasing at one dc in t-ch, turn. 1] 3 times, [ch 1, skip dc, dc 1] 3 times,
edge. The shawl/scarf is finished Row 12: Ch 4, skip first dc, dc 1, [ch [dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 1 in

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 Row 38: Ch 3, dc 1 in first dc, [ch 1,
skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 6, [ch
1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 5,
dc 1 in t-ch, turn.
Row 39: Ch 4, skip first dc, dc 1, [ch
1, skip dc, 1 dc] 2 times, [1 dc in ch-1
sp, 1 dc] 3 times, *[ch 1, skip dc, 1
dc] 3 times, [1 dc in ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3
times; rep from *, ending with 2 dc
in t-ch, turn.
Row 40: Ch 4, skip first dc, *dc 7,
[ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times; rep
from * across, ending with dc 7, [ch
1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times, ch 1,
dc 1 in 2nd ch of t-ch, turn.
Row 41: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch
1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times, dc 6,
*[ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times,
dc 6; rep from * across, ending with
ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 2 dc in 2nd ch of
t-ch, turn.
Row 42: Ch 3, dc 1 in first dc, dc 1 in
ch-1 sp, dc 1, *[ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc] 3
times, [1 dc in ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times;
rep from * across, ending with [ch 1,
skip dc, 1 dc] 3 times, [1 dc in ch-1
sp, 1 dc] 2 times, dc 1 in first ch of
t-ch, dc 1 in 2nd ch of t-ch, turn.
Row 43: Ch 3, *dc 6, [ch 1, skip ch-1
sp, 1 dc] 3 times; rep from * across,
ending with dc 2, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
Row 44: Ch 3, dc 4, *[ch 1, skip ch-1
sp, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 6; rep from *
Row 32: Ch 4, skip first dc, dc 1, ch 1, across, ending with [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp,
ch-1 sp, dc 1 in 3rd ch of t-ch, turn.
skip ch-1 sp, dc 7, [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 5, dc 1 in t-ch, turn.
Row 25: Ch 3, dc 6, [ch 1, skip ch-1
dc 1] 3 times, dc 6, dc 1 in t-ch, turn. Row 45: Ch 4, skip first dc, dc 1, [ch
sp, dc 1] 3 times, dc 6, 2 dc in t-ch,
Row 33: Ch 4, skip dc, dc 1, [ch 1, 1, skip dc, 1 dc] 2 times, [1 dc in ch-1
turn.
skip dc, dc 1] 2 times, [1 dc in ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times, *[ch 1, skip dc, 1
Row 26: Ch 3, dc 7, [ch 1, skip dc,
sp, dc 1] 3 times, [ch 1, skip dc, dc 1] dc] 3 times, [1 dc in ch-1 sp, 1 dc]
dc 1] 3 times, dc 5, dc 1 in t-ch, turn.
3 times, dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1, dc 1 in 3 times; rep from * across, ending
Row 27: Ch 4, skip dc, dc 1, [ch 1,
ch-1 sp, 2 dc in t-ch, turn. with ch 1, skip dc, dc 1, ch 1, skip
skip dc, dc 1] 2 times, [1 dc in ch-1
Row 34: Ch 3, dc 5, [ch 1, skip ch-1 dc, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
sp, dc 1] 3 times, [ch 1, skip dc, dc 1]
sp, dc 1] 3 times, dc 6, [ch 1, skip Row 46: Ch 3, dc 1 in first dc, [ch 1,
3 times, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, ch 1, skip ch-1 skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times, *dc 6,
Row 28: Ch 3, dc 2, [ch 1, skip ch-1
sp, dc 1 in t-ch, turn. [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times; rep
sp, dc 1] 3 times, dc 6, [ch 1, skip
Row 35: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch from * across, ending with dc 6, [ch
ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, ch 1, dc 1 in
1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 6, 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times, ch 1,
3rd ch of t-ch, turn.
[ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 3 times, dc dc 1 in 2nd ch of t-ch, turn.
Row 29: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch
4, 2 dc in t-ch, turn. Row 47: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch
1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 6,
Row 36: Ch 4, skip dc, dc 1, [ch 1, 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times, *dc 6,
[ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 3 times, dc
skip dc, dc 1] 2 times, [1 dc in ch-1 [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times; rep
1, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
sp, dc 1] 3 times, [ch 1, skip dc, dc from * across, ending with dc 6, [ch
Row 30: Ch 3, dc 1 in first dc, ch 1,
1] 3 times, [dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times, 2 dc in
skip dc, dc 1, [dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1]
times, dc 1 in first ch-1 sp, dc 1 in t-ch, turn.
3 times, [ch 1, skip dc, dc 1] 3 times,
3rd ch of t-ch, turn. Row 48: Ch 3, dc 2, *[1 dc in ch-1
[dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, dc 1 in
Row 37: Ch 3, dc 6, [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times, [ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc]
ch-1 sp, dc 1 in 3rd ch of t-ch, turn.
sp, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 6, [ch 1, skip 3 times; rep from * across, ending
Row 31: Ch 3, dc 6, [ch 1, skip ch-1
ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times, ch 1, skip ch-1 with [1 dc in ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times,
sp, dc 1] 3 times, dc 6, ch 1, skip
sp, 2 dc in t-ch, turn. dc 1 in first ch of t-ch, dc 1 in 2nd ch
ch-1 sp, dc 1 in dc, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
of t-ch, turn.

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 times, dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1 in 3rd ch
of t-ch, turn.
Row 61: Ch 3, dc 6, *[ch 1, skip ch-1
sp, dc 1] 3 times, dc 6; rep from *
across, ending with [ch 1, skip ch-1
sp, dc 1] 2 times, ch 1, skip ch-1 sp,
2 dc in t-ch, turn.
Row 62: Ch 3, dc 1 in first dc, [ch 1,
skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 3 times, *dc 6,
[ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 3 times; rep
from * across, ending with dc 5, dc 1
in t-ch, turn.
Rep rows 39–62 twice more. Do not
fasten off.

Edging
Row 1: Ch 3, dc 1 in each dc and in
each ch-1 sp across, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3, dc 1, *ch 2, skip 2 dc,
dc 2; rep from * across, ending with
dc 1 in last dc and t-ch, turn.
Row 3: Ch 4, *[1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc]
in ch-2 sp, ch 1; rep from across,
ending with dc 1 in t-ch, turn.
Row 4: Ch 3, skip first ch-1 sp, *3
dc in center ch-1 sp of (dc, ch 1, dc)
cluster; rep from * across, ending
with dc 1 in t-ch, turn.
Row 5: Ch 2, hdc 1 in first dc, *[1 hdc,
1 tr, ch 4, sl st in the 4th ch from hook
(picot made) 1 tr, 1 hdc] in center dc of
Row 49: Ch 3, dc 6, *[ch 1, skip ch-1 Row 55: Ch 3, dc 6, *[ch 1, skip ch-1 3-dc cluster; rep from * across, hdc 1
sp, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 6; rep from * sp, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 6; rep from * in top of t-ch. Fasten off.
across, ending with 2 dc in t-ch, turn. across, ending with ch 1, skip ch-1
Row 50: Ch 3, dc 7, *[ch 1, skip sp, dc 1 in dc, 2 dc in t-ch, turn. Finishing
dc, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 6; rep from * Row 56: Ch 4, skip first dc, dc 1, ch
Weave in ends. Block. s
across, ending with [ch 1, skip dc, 1 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 7, *[ch 1, skip ch-1
dc] 3 times, dc 5, dc 1 in t-ch, turn. sp, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 6; rep from *
Row 51: Ch 4, skip first dc, dc 1, across, ending with dc 1 in t-ch, turn. Easy Asymmetrical Scarf
[ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc] 2 times, *[1 dc Row 57: Ch 4, skip first dc, dc 1,
in ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times, [ch 1, skip [ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc] 2 times, *[1 dc
dc, 1 dc] 3 times; rep from * across, in ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times, [ch 1, skip
10
ending with 2 dc in t-ch, turn. dc, 1 dc] 3 times; rep from * across,
Row 52: Ch 3, dc 2, *[ch 1, skip ch-1 ending with dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1, dc 9
sp, 1 dc] 3 times, dc 6; rep from * 1 in ch-1 sp, 2 dc in t-ch, turn.
across, ending with [ch 1, skip ch-1 Row 58: Ch 3, dc 5, *[ch 1, skip ch-1 8
sp, 1 dc] 2 times, ch 1, dc 1 in 2nd sp, dc 1] 3 times, dc 6; rep from *
ch of t-ch, turn. across, ending with [ch 1, skip ch-1 7
Row 53: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch sp, dc 1] 2 times, ch 1, skip ch-1 sp,
1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times, *dc 6, dc 1 in t-ch, turn. 6
[ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 3 times; rep Row 59: Ch 4, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1, [ch
5
from * across, ending with dc 1, 2 dc 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2 times, *dc 6,
in t-ch, turn. [ch 1, skip ch-1 sp, dc 1] 3 times; rep
from * across, ending with dc 4, 2 dc 4
Row 54: Ch 3, dc 1 in first dc, ch 1,
skip dc, dc 1, *[1 dc in ch-1 sp, 1 dc] in t-ch, turn.
3
3 times, [ch 1, skip dc, 1 dc] 3 times; Row 60: Ch 4, skip first dc, dc 1,
rep from * across, ending with [1 dc [ch 1, skip dc, dc 1] 2 times, *[dc 1
2
in ch-1 sp, 1 dc] 2 times, dc 1 in first in ch-1 sp, dc 1] 3 times, [ch 1, skip
ch of t-ch, dc 1 in 2nd ch of t-ch, turn. dc, dc 1] 3 times; rep from * across, 1
ending with [dc 1 in ch-1 sp, dc 1] 2
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Holiday Sequins
Sweater KKKK Skill Level

Go effortlessly from office to evening with this versatile sweater. The

hint of sparkle will light up your face, and the night. Pair it with jeans,
a pencil skirt, or anything in between. Worked top-down in a simple
textured stitch pattern, it is easy to customize and done in no time.

Designed by Linda Dean

PATTERN (7, 8, 8, 9) times, dc 1 in next ch, [1
Materials sc, ch 1, 1 dc] in last st, sl st in beg
Body sc to join, turn.
Yarn weight: 3 Rnd 2: Ch 3, *sc 1 in each dc and
Note: Sweater is worked top down. dc 1 in each sc around to ch-1 sp, [1
Sleeves stitches are joined and dc, ch 1, 1 sc] in ch-1 sp; rep from
Yarn used: Polaris by Rozetti worked shoulder to cuff. Then cowl is * around, sc 1 in each dc and dc 1
• 7 (8, 10, 11, 12) skeins joined to neck and worked upward. in each sc to end of rnd, sl st in beg
Polaris by Rozetti, 65% ch-3 to join, turn.
Dralon, 31% wool, 4% With smaller hook, ch 112 (112, 116, Rnd 3: Ch 1, sc 1 in same st, *dc
Payette (191 yds/50g) in 116, 124), join with a sl st to form a ring. 1 in each sc and sc 1 in each dc to
color 71004 Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc 1 in first ch, [dc 1 ch-1 sp, ch 1, skip ch-1 sp; rep from
in next ch, sc 1 in next ch] 19 (19, * around, sl st in beg sc to join, turn.
20, 20, 21) times, [1 dc, ch 1, 1 sc] Rnds 4–23 (4–29, 4–31, 4–35, 4–37):
Tools:
in next ch, [dc 1, sc 1] 7 (7, 8, 8, 9) Rep rnds 2 and 3.
• U.S. size G-6 (4mm) crochet times, dc 1 in next ch, [1 sc, ch 1, 1 Rnd 24 (30, 32, 36, 38): Rep rnd 2.
hook, or size needed to dc] in next ch, [sc 1, dc 1] 20 (20, 21, Rnd 25 (–, 33, –, 39): Rep rnd 3.
obtain gauge 21, 22) times, sc 1 in next ch, [1 dc, Rnd 26 (–, 34, –-, 40): Ch 3, *sc 1 in
ch 1, 1 sc] in next ch, [dc 1, sc 1] 7
• U.S. size J-10 (6mm)
crochet hook, or size
needed to obtain gauge
• Yarn needle

Stitches used:
• Single crochet
• Double crochet

Sizes:
Women’s Small (Medium, Large,
Extra Large, 2X)

Finished measurements:
Bust: 36 (39, 43, 47, 51)"
Length: 21 (21, 23, 23, 25)"

Gauge
16 sts and 14 rows = 4" (10cm) in
patt using smaller hook
12 sts and 12 rows = 4" (10cm) in
patt using larger hook

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each dc and dc 1 in each sc to ch-1 sp,
ch 1, skip ch-1 sp; rep from * around,
sl st in top of beg ch-3 to join, turn.
Rnds 27–30 (–, 35–36, –, 41–42): Rep
rnds 25 and 26 (–, 33–34, –, 39–40).
(216 [240, 248, 264, 280] sts)
Rnd 31 (31, 37, 37, 43): Ch 1, *sc
1 in each dc and dc 1 in each sc to
ch-1 sp, ch 8 (8, 12, 16, 18), skip all
sts from ch-1 sp to next ch-1 sp (arm
opening created); rep from * around,
sl st in beg sc to join, turn.
Rnd 32 (32, 38, 38, 44): Ch 3, *sc 1
in each dc and dc 1 in each sc to ch-8
(8, 12, 16, 18) sp, continue to alternate
sc and dc sts across ch-sp: rep from *
around, sl st in top of beg ch-3 to join,
turn. (144 [156, 172,188, 202] sts)
Rnd 33 (33, 39, 39, 45): Rep rnd 3.
Rnds 34–75 (34–75, 40–79, 40–79,
46–83): Continue working in pattern
as established, sc 1 in dc, dc 1 in sc.

Sleeves
Rnd 1: With WS facing, join to any
dc in body rnd 31 of arm opening, ch
1, *sc 1 in each dc and dc 1 in each
sc to unused loops of ch-8 (8, 12, 12,
16), continue stitch patt around, sl st
in beg sc to join, turn.
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), [sc 1 in
each dc, dc 1 in each sc] around, sl
st in top of beg ch-3 to join, turn.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, [sc 1 in each dc, dc 1
in each sc] around, sl st in beg sc to
join, turn.
Rnds 4–15: Rep rnds 2 and 3. Fasten
off.

Cowl
Rnd 1: With larger hook, working in
Holiday Sequins Sweater
unused loops from beg ch and with
WS facing, join yarn to any ch, ch 3,
sc 1 in next ch, *dc 1 in next ch, sc 1
8 (8, 10,
10, 12)"

in next ch; rep from * around, sl st in

21 (21, 23, 23, 23)"

top of beg ch-3 to join, turn. 8"

Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc 1 in same st, dc 1 in 4"
next sc, *sc 1 in next dc, dc 1 in next
sc; rep from * around, sl st in beg sc
to join, turn. 28 (28, 29, 29, 31)"
13"

Rnd 3: Ch 3, sc 1 in next dc, *dc 1

in next sc, sc 1 in next dc; rep from
* around, sl st in top of beg ch-3 to
join, turn.
Rnds 4–23: Rep rnds 2 and 3.
Rnd 24: Rep rnd 2. Fasten off. 36 (39, 43, 47, 51)"

Finishing
Weave in ends. Block. s

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g 2014 Issue
Pinwheel Blanket, Summer 2013 Issue

A Beginner’s Guide to
Tunisian Crochet
Short Rows BY SHERYL THIES

The use of short rows is a technique that creates unique and

gentle curves and can slope an otherwise flat and straight edged
piece of Tunisian crochet fabric. Since the total number of stitches
is not altered, no stitches are added nor subtracted; the actual
width of the piece being worked is not changed, just the shape.

A short row is simply a row that is not worked completely

across; the remaining un-worked stitches are considered inactive
and wait until the next row to be re-activated and worked. Short
rows give a step-like appearance within the fabric being created.

A short row can be worked over any number of stitches and can
be worked from either the left or right edge of the piece. The
method for working the short row differs slightly depending on
which edge the short row is started.

Esmeralda’s Wrap, page 30

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From the right edge:
Working a short row from the right edge is like
working any other row, only just working across
part of the row, not the whole row. In the example
below there are a total of 12 sts on the swatch.
The first short row consists of working the forward
pass 5 stitches, with the loop at the beginning on
the hook; there are a total of 6 sts in the short row.
The standard return pass is worked to complete
the short row. The stitches to the left of the short
row are not worked, inactivated, and wait until a
subsequent row to be reactivated.

On the next forward pass, the stitches from the

short row are worked, as are the stitches to the
left of the short row, completing the entire row. A Right edge Short row. Notice
small hole develops at the point of the jog or the the jog or step like appearance
step of the short row and the remaining stitches of and un-worked stitches,
the row. Depending on the project this hole may be
desirable and a nice design element, but often the
preference is to minimize this hole.

Minimizing the hole

There are two easy ways of minimizing the hole
and both methods involve how the last stitch of the
short row is worked.

Slip stitch: Work the stitches normally up to the

last stitch of the short row. Slip this stitch on
to the hook without working the stitch, that is
insert the hook, behind the front vertical bar and
simply leave it on the hook. Continue working
completely across the row before beginning
the return pass. While minimizing the hole, this 2 Strands
worked
method creates an elongated stitch at the point
of the jog. This may or may not be a desirable
design element.

Two strand stitch: Work the forward pass Slip Stitch

normally across to the last stitch of the short
row. This is the last stitch of the short row and
can be thought of as a left edge stitch. Work this
stitch as the last stitch of the forward pass, that
Hole
is insert your hook behind the vertical bar and the
strand that lies right behind it, yarn over and pull
up a loop. Now, instead of beginning the return
pass, continue working the forward pass across
the row to the left edge of the fabric. Work the
return pass. This minimizes the hole and creates
a stitch that is the least noticeable.

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From the left edge
When working a short row from the left edge,
the forward pass is worked normally completely
across the pass and the return pass is worked
for the specified number of stitches. Then a new
forward pass is worked across to the left edge. In
this case the stitches from the previous forward
pass remain un-worked, inactivated, waiting on
the hook.

As with right side short rows, on subsequent

rows, a small hole appears over the jog. This
hole can be minimized when working the next
complete forward pass. Work normally across
to one stitch before jog of the short row, slip
this stitch by inserting the hook behind the
front vertical bar and leaving it on the hook Left edge short row. Notice the jog or step like
before completing the forward pass across the appearance and un-worked stitches on hook.
remaining stitches. This creates an elongated
stitch and minimizes the hole.

Any stitch can be used for sort rows and often a

stitch different from the stitches used for the rest
of the piece may be preferred to maximize the
visual impact of the short rows. The shawl in this
issue utilizes short rows to create a ruffle along
one edge. To give the ruffle more volume, the
short rows are worked using an extended stitch,
while the regular rows are worked in Tss over the
ruffle area and then in a pattern stitch.

Explore short rows and experience the unique

slopes and curves that can be created.
Slip Stitch
For additional patterns utilizing short rows to
shape and define the project see the following
back issues:
Pinwheel Blanket LOC Summer 2013. Every row
is a short row creating 6 segments of the round
blanket. Hole
Simple Spring Bag LOC Spring 2014. The
bottom of the bag is worked in left and right
edge short rows, giving the distinctive fat bottom
appearance. s

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 Festive & Fancy

Esmeralda’s Wrap KKKK Skill Level

Wrap up in style and flaunt your cascading ruffles. The honeycomb stitch pattern
gives the shawl a fantastic textured appearance. This texture adds weight and
beautifully complements the voluminous ruffle that is created with short rows.

Designed by Sheryl Thies

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 rep from * until 1 loop rem. Work return pass.
Materials Sl st: Insert hook behind front Row 2: With B, Tss 28, sl 1, *Tss,
vertical bar and leave on hook. Tps; rep from * to last 2 sts, end Tss
Yarn weight: 3 Sc BO: *Insert hook from right to 2. Work return pass.
left behind front vertical bar, yo and Row 3 (short row): With A, ch 1,
Yarn used: Toasty Toes by pull up loop, yo and pull up 2 loops ExTss 28, Tss (30 loops on hook).
on hook; rep from * across. Work return pass.
Interlacements Yarns
Row 4: With B, Tss 28, sl 1, *Tps,
• 1 skein Toasty Toes by Notes Tss; rep from * to last 2 sts, end Tss
Interlacements Yarns, 100% Right-hand color change is worked 2. Work return pass.
superwash merino wool at end of return pass when 2 loops
(560 yds/8 oz) in each of are left on hook. The stitch slipped in Work rows 1–4 of stitch patt
colors: rows 2 and 4 is the last stitch on the until piece measures 52" slightly
Renaissance (A) short row. See short row article on stretched, ending with row 3 (short
Emerald (B) page 27 for details. row) return pass.

Tools: Next row: Work in Tss across. Work

• U.S. size L-11 (8mm) return pass.
PATTERN Next row: Work in Tps across. Work
Tunisian crochet hook, or
size required for gauge return pass.
With smaller hook and A, ch 66.
• U.S. size J-10 (6mm) Change to Tunisian crochet hook and With smaller hook, Sc BO. Do not
crochet hook work foundation forward pass (66 loops cut yarn.
on hook). Work foundation return pass.
• Yarn needle Next row: Work in Tps across. Work Finishing
return pass.
Stitches used: Next row: Work in Tss across. Work With smaller hook and A, *sc, ch
return pass. 1; rep from * along straight edge.
• Single crochet Fasten off. Weave in ends. Block. s
• Tunisian crochet Stitch pattern
Honeycomb (worked over 66 sts
Finished measurements: total)
Row 1 (short row): With A, ch 1,
22" wide x 52" long
ExTss 28, Tss (30 loops on hook).
Gauge
12 sts = 4" (10cm) in honeycomb patt

Special abbreviations
Foundation forward pass: *Insert
hook in next ch, yo and pull up a
loop, leave loop on hook, rep from *
across. Do not turn.
Foundation return pass: Yo and
draw through 1 loop, *yo and draw
through 2 loops on hook; rep from *
until 1 loop remains.
Tss: Insert hook from right to left
behind front vertical bar, yo and pull
up loop, leave loop on hook.
Ex Tss: Insert hook from right to left
under front vertical bar, yo and pull
up loop, yo and draw through one
loop, leave loop on hook.
Tps: (Tunisian purl stitch): Wyf,
insert hook from right to left behind
front vertical bar, yo and pull up a
loop, leave loop on hook.
Return pass: Yo and draw through 1
loop, *yo and draw through 2 loops;

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 Cozy Clusters

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Cozy Weekend
Pullover KKKK Skill Level

Naturally you want to be warm and cozy and comfortable on

weekends! This classic-styled pullover is a perfect fit and fun to
make with a variety of stitches and interesting techniques.

Designed by Lorna Miser

Gauge st; rep from * around, sk 1, sl st in
Materials 16 dc and 8 rows = 4" (10cm) using 3rd ch of beg ch-4 to join. (96 sts)
smaller hook Rnd 2: Sl st in ch-1 sp, ch 3, beg
Yarn weight: 4 puff in same sp (counts as puff), ch
Special abbreviations 2, *puff in ch-1 sp, ch 2; rep from *
Yarn used: Pacific Color Wave around, sl st in top of beg ch-3 to join.
Puff: *Yo, insert hook in st, yo and Rnd 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), *2 dc in
by Cascade Yarns pull up a loop, yo and draw through ch-2 sp, dc 1 in next st; rep from *
• 5 (6, 7, 8, 9) skeins Pacific 2 loops on hook; rep from * twice around, sl st in top of beg ch-3 to join.
Color Wave by Cascade more in same st, yo and draw Rnd 4: Rep rnd 1. (144 sts)
Yarns, 40% superwash through all loops on hook. Rnd 5: Rep rnd 2.
merino, 60% acrylic (213 Beg puff: *Yo, insert hook in st, Rnd 6: Rep rnd 3.
yo and pull up a loop, yo and draw Rnd 7: Rep rnd 1. (216 sts)
yds/100g) in color 302 Vino
through 2 loops on hook; rep from * Rnd 8: Rep rnd 2.
once more in same st, yo and draw
Tools: through all loops on hook. Sizes Small and 2X only
• U.S. size H-8 (5mm) crochet Rnd 9: Rep rnd 3. (216 sts)
hook, or size needed to Special technique
obtain gauge Fsc (foundation single crochet): Size Medium only
Ch 2, insert hook in second ch from Rnd 9: Ch 3 (counts as dc), *dc 1 in
• U.S. size I-9 (5.5mm)
hook, yo and pull up a loop, yo and next 7 sts or ch-sps, 2 dc in next st
crochet hook
draw through 1 loop (first “chain” or ch-sp; rep from * around, ending
• Yarn needle made), yo and draw through 2 loops last rep dc 1 in last st, sl st in top of
on hook (first sc made), *insert beg ch-3 to join. (240 sts)
Stitches used: hook under 2 loops of the “chain”
just made, yo and pull up a loop, Size Large only
• Single crochet yo and draw through 1 loop (ch Rnd 9: Ch 3 (counts as dc), *dc 1 in
• Double crochet made), yo and draw through 2 loops next 4 sts or ch-sps, 2 dc in next st
on hook (sc made); rep from * for or ch-sp, dc 1 in each of next 3 sts or
• Foundation single crochet indicated number of foundation sts. ch-sps, 2 dc in next st or ch-sp; rep
from * around, ending last rep dc 1
• Puff stitches
in last st, sl st in top of beg ch-3 to
PATTERN join. (264 sts)
Sizes:
Size Extra Large only
Women’s Small (Medium, Large, Yoke Rnd 9: Ch 3 (counts as dc), *dc 1 in
Extra Large, 2X) With larger hook, fsc 64, sl st to join next 9 st or ch-sps, [dc in next 2 sts or
in a ring. (64 sts) ch-sp, 2 dc in next st or ch-sp] 5 times;
Finished measurements: Change to smaller hook. rep from * around, end dc 1 in last 2
Bust: 36 (40, 44, 48, 52)" Rnd 1: Ch 4, dc 1 in same st (counts sts or ch-sp, sl st in top of beg ch-3 to
Length: 22 (24, 25, 27, 28)" as V), *sk 1, [1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc] in next join. (276 sts)

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 Rep rnds 1–3 of three textures patt
until body measures 14 (15, 16, 17,
18)”. (144 [159, 177, 192, 207] sts)
Fasten off.

Sleeves
Set up rnd: Join yarn to beg of ch
underarm. Ch 3, *dc 6 (8, 7, 11, 14)
across base of underarm ch, dc 44
(48, 52, 54, 54) sleeve sts. (51 [57,
60, 66, 69] sts)
Rnds 1–12: Rep rnds 1–3 of three
textures patt four times.
Rnds 13 and 14: Rep rnds 1 and 2 of
three textures patt.
Dec rnd 15: Dc 1, dec 9 sts evenly
around. (42 [48, 51, 57, 60] sts)
Rnds 16–24: Rep rnds 1–3 of three
textures patt three times.
Rnds 25 and 26: Rep rnds 1 and 2 of
Sizes Small, Medium, Large, Extra Three textures three textures patt.
Large only Dec rnd 27: Dc, dec 6 (9, 12, 12, 12)
Rnd 1: Ch 4, dc 1 in same st (counts
Rnd 10: Ch 4, 1 dc in same st (counts sts evenly around. (36 [39, 39, 45,
as V), *sk 2 sts, [1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc] in
as V), *sk 2 sts, [1 dc, ch 1, 1 dc] in 48] sts)
next st; rep from * around, sk 2 sts,
next st; rep from * around, sk 2 sts, sl st in 3rd ch of beg-ch 4 to join.
sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-4 to join. (216 Next rnds: Rep rnds 1–3 of three
Rnd 2: Sl st in ch-1 sp, ch 3, beg
[240, 264, 276] sts) textures patt until sleeve measures
puff in same sp (counts as puff), ch
18 (18, 19, 19, 19)” or desired
2, *puff in ch-1 sp, ch 2; rep from *
Size 2X only length. Fasten off.
around, sl st in top of beg ch-3 to join.
Rnd 10 : Rep rnd 1. (288 sts) Rnd 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), *2 dc in
Rnd 11: Rep rnd 2. (216 [240, 264, ch-2 sp, dc 1 in next st; rep from *
Finishing
276, 288] sts) around, sl st in top of beg ch-3 to join. Weave in ends, block. s
Rnd 12: Rep rnd 3. (216 [240, 264,
276, 288] sts)
Rnd 13: Ch 4, dc 1 in same st
(counts as V), *sk 2 sts, [1 dc, ch 1,
1 dc] in next st; rep from * around,
sk 2 sts, sl st in 3rd ch of beg ch-4 to Cozy Weekend Pullover
join. (216 [240, 264, 276, 288] sts) 9(
1
Rep rnds 11–13 until yoke measures 11 0, 10
,1
8 (9, 9, 10, 10)”, ending with rnd 2. 2)" ,
14 (15, 16, 17, 18)"

Divide for sleeves and body

18

Set up rnd: Ch 3, dc 63 (71, 79,

(18

83, 89) sts for back, sk next 44 (48,

,1

52, 54, 54) sts for sleeve opening,

9,

ch 8 (8, 8, 12, 14) for underarm,

19

dc 64 (72, 80, 84, 90) sts for front,

,1
9)"

sk next 44 (48, 52, 54, 54) sts for

sleeve opening, ch 8 (7, 9, 12, 13)
for underarm, sl st in top of beg ch-3.
0)"
,1

(144 [160, 176, 192, 208] sts)

10
9,

Body
9,
8(

Work in three textures patt as

follows, adjusting the stitch counts
on the first rnd only: dec 0 (dec 1, inc
1, dec 0, dec 1) sts
16"

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Biker Baby KKKK

Skill Level

Your little cutie will be the toughest baby on the block in this fiery
sweater! Crocheted from the top down in a raglan construction,
this piece requires almost no sewing. The V-neck makes it easy to
pull over baby’s head and the flame pattern is sure to keep your
little one warm on a cold day.

Designed by Deborah Bagley of Yarnovations.com

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 Sizes: PATTERN
Materials Newborn
Yoke
Yarn weight: 3 Finished measurements: With A, ch 41.
Chest: 17" Rnd 1: Working in back bump, hdc
Yarn used: Anne Geddes Baby Length: 8½" 1 in 2nd ch from hook, hdc 3, corner
Yarn by Red Heart st, hdc 7, corner st, hdc 14, corner
• 1 skein Anne Geddes Baby Gauge: st, hdc 7, corner st, hdc 4, join with
Yarn by Red Heart, 80% sl st to first hdc. (44 hdc plus 4 ch-1
16 hdc and 16 rows = 4" (10cm)
acrylic, 20% nylon (340 sp)
Rnd 2: Ch 1 (do not count as a
yds/100g) in each of colors Special abbreviation st now or throughout), turn, hdc
Night-Night (A), Bumble (B), Corner st: (1 hdc, ch 1, 1 hdc) in 5, corner st in ch-1 sp, (here and
and Ladybug (C) ch-1 sp. throughout), hdc 9, corner st, hdc
16, corner st, hdc 9, corner st, hdc 5,
Tools: Notes join with sl st to first st, turn. (52 hdc
• U.S. size F-5 (3.75mm) When working charts, carry color plus 4 ch-1 sp)
crochet hook, or size not in use loosely on WS of work, Rnd 3: Ch 2 (counts as first st), hdc
required for gauge crocheting over it every 2–3 sts to 1 in 2nd ch from hook, hdc 6, corner
keep tension even and floats short. st, hdc 11, corner st, hdc 18, corner
• Yarn needle When changing colors, work last st st, hdc 11, corner st, hdc 5, 2 hdc in
until 2 loops remain on hook, then last st, join with sl st to t-ch, turn. (62
Stitches used: complete st in new color. hdc plus 4 ch-1 sp)
Rnd 4: Ch 1, hdc 8, corner st, hdc
• Single crochet
Body chart is worked twice on each 13, corner st, hdc 20, corner st, hdc
• Double crochet round; sleeve chart is worked once. 13, corner st, hdc 8, join with sl st to
first st, turn. (70 hdc plus 4 ch-1 sp)

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Rnd 5: Ch 1, hdc 9, corner st, hdc Body Rnds 19–20: With C, hdc around.
15, corner st, hdc 22, corner st, hdc Place m in 1st st, moving up each Rnd 21: Sc 2, sl st 2. Leave rest of
15, corner st, hdc 9, join with sl st to rnd. sts unworked. Fasten off.
first st, turn. (78 hdc plus 4 ch-1 sp) Rnd 10: 17 hdc, skip 25 sts for
Rnd 6: Ch 2, hdc 1 in 2nd ch from sleeve (count ch-1 sp as a st), 34 Finishing
hook, hdc 10, corner st, hdc 17, hdc, skip 25 sts for sleeve (count
corner st, hdc 24, corner st, hdc 17,
Collar
ch-1 sp as a st), 17 hdc, join with a sl Join A to beg of neck sts at rnd 1.
corner st, hdc 9, 2 hdc in last st, join st. (68 hdc)
with sl st to t-ch, turn. (88 hdc plus 4 Row 1: Ch 1, hdc 40, turn.
Begin working in spiral rounds do Rows 2 and 3: Ch 1, hdc 40, turn.
ch-1 sp) not turn
Rnd 7: Ch 1, hdc 12, corner st, hdc Row 4: Ch 1, working in flo, hdc 40,
Rnds 11–19: Hdc around. turn.
19, corner st, hdc 26, corner st, hdc Rnds 20–28: Working in hdc, work
19, corner st, hdc 12, join with sl st Rnd 5: Ch 1, working in both loops,
body chart. hdc 40, ch 1, sc 1 on end of each
to first st, turn. (96 hdc plus 4 ch-1 Rnds 29–30: With C, hdc around.
sp) row of collar, sc 1 on end of rows
Rnd 31: Sc 2, sl st 2. Leave rest of 1–9 of body, sc2tog at lower point
Rnd 8: Ch 1, hdc 13, corner st, hdc sts unworked. Fasten off.
21, corner st, hdc 28, corner st, hdc of V-neck, sc 1 on end of rows 8–1,
21, corner st, hdc 13, join with sl st ch 1, join with a sl st. Fasten off. Cut
Sleeves yarn, leaving a long tail for sewing.
to first st, turn. (104 hdc plus 4 ch-1
sp) Join A to beg of 25 sleeve sts at
Rnd 9: Ch 2, hdc 1 in 2nd ch from underarm gap. Fold collar inward so unused loops of
hook, hdc 14, corner st, hdc 23, Rnd 1: Hdc 1 in first st, hdc 24, hdc row 4 form the top edge. Sew rnd 5
corner st, hdc 30, corner st, hdc 23, 2 in underarm gap, join with a sl st. to top of row 1.
corner st, hdc 13, 2 hdc in last st, (27 hdc)
join with sl st to t-ch. (114 hdc plus 4 Rnds 2–9: Hdc around. Weave in ends. Block. s
ch-1 sp, 118 total sts) Rnds 10–18: Work sleeve chart.

Biker Baby

Flame - body

34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Flame - sleeve

27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

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Warm
Winter
Wrap KKKK Skill Level

Quickly memorize this simple

four-row pattern and enjoy hours
of easy crocheting. Worked in a
super soft wool, bamboo, and
nylon blend, this wrap will be light-
weight yet very warm to wear.
Begin this project on a Friday night
and enjoy wearing this fabulous
design on Monday.

Designed by Melissa
Leapman

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 Materials

Yarn weight: 1

Yarn used: Serenity Sock

by Premier Yarns/Deborah
Norville Collection
• 7 skeins Serenity Sock by
Premier Yarns/Deborah
Norville Collection, 50%
superwash merino, 25%
rayon from bamboo, 25%
nylon (230 yds/50g) in color
Burgundy

Tools:
• U.S. size G-6 (4mm) crochet
hook, or size required for
gauge
• Yarn needle

Stitches used:
• Single crochet
• Double crochet

Finished measurements:
Approx 26" wide x 68" long Row 1 (RS): Ch 3, skip first sc, *dc 1 Row 4: Ch 1, sc 2, *ch 6, sc 1 in
in next sc, ch 4, dc 1 in next sc; rep next 2 sc; rep from * across, turn.
Gauge from * across, ending with dc 1 in
last sc, turn. Rep rows 1–4 for patt until piece
1 rep of patt (5 sts) = 1" (2.5cm)
Row 2: Ch 3, skip first dc, *dc 1 measures approx 68" from beg,
in next dc, ch 3, working over ch-4 ending with row 3. Fasten off.
sp of previous row to sandwich it
PATTERN inside, sc 1 in ch-6 sp 2 rows below, Finishing
ch 3, dc 1 in next dc; rep from * Work 2 rnds of sc evenly around
Ch 118. across, dc 1 in t-ch, turn. piece, working 3 sc in each corner.
Foundation row (WS): Sc 1 in Row 3: Ch 1, sc 2, *ch 3, sc 1 in Fasten off. Weave in ends.
second ch from hook and in next ch, next 2 dc; rep from * across, ending Block. s
*ch 6, skip next 3 ch, sc 1 in next 2 with ch 3, sc 1 in next dc, sc 1 in
ch; rep from * across, turn. t-ch, turn.

Warm Winter Wrap

4
3

Foundation
Row

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 Cozy Clusters

Trendy
Tunic KKKK Skill Level

Easy to crochet clusters and

chains create the open and
airy fabric of this comfortable
tunic. Crocheting with warm
superwash wool makes this
sweater both cozy and easy
to care for. Slip this top over
your favorite leggings for a
fashionable and comfortable
outfit ideal for a day at home,
or out running errands.

Designed by
Lisa Gentry

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 hook (3 loops remain on hook); yo, 20 [24, 28, 32, 36] ch-3 sps)
Materials insert hook in same ch-3 sp, yo and Row 3: Ch 3, 3-dc beg cluster, ch
pull up a loop, yo and draw through 3, sc 1 in next sc, *ch 3, 4-dc cl, ch
Yarn weight: 3 2 loops on hook (4 loops remain on 3, sc 1 in next sc; rep from * to last
hook); yo and draw through all 4 ch-3 sp, ch 3, 3-dc end cl, dc 1 in last
Yarn used: LB Collection loops on hook. dc, turn. (9 [11, 13, 15, 17] clusters,
Superwash Merino by Lion 3-dc end cl: *Yo, insert hook in next beg and end cluster, 2 dc, 10 [12, 14,
ch-3 sp, yo and pull up a loop, yo 16, 18] sc)
Brand Yarns
and draw through 2 loops on hook; Row 4: Ch 1, sc 1 in next 2 sts, *ch
• 8 (10, 12, 12, 14) skeins LB rep from * in same ch-3 sp (3 loops 3, dc 1 in next sc, ch 3, sc 1 in 4-dc
Collection Superwash Merino on hook). Yo, insert hook in next cl; rep from * working last sc in 3-dc
by Lion Brand Yarns, 100% dc, yo and pull up a loop, yo and cl, sc 1 in last sc, turn. (10 [12, 14,
merino (308 yds/100g) in color draw through 2 loops; yo and draw 16, 18] dc, 13 [15, 17, 19, 21] sc, 20
102 Aqua Turquoise Blue through all 4 loops. (Cluster made). [24, 28, 32, 36] ch-3 sps)
4-dc cl: *Yo, insert hook in next ch-3 Row 5: Ch 1, sc 1 in next 2 sc, *ch 3,
Tools: sp, yo and pull up a loop, yo and draw 4-dc cl, ch 3, sc 1 in next sc; rep from
through 2 loops; rep from * in same * to last sc, sc 1 in last sc, turn. (10
• U.S. size K-10 1/2 (6.5mm) ch-3 sp (3 loops on hook); skip next [12, 14, 16, 18] clusters, 13 [15, 17,
crochet hook, or size dc, **yo, insert hook in next ch-3 sp, 19, 21] sc, 20 [24, 28, 32, 36] ch-3 sps.
required for gauge yo and pull up a loop, yo and draw
through 2 loops; rep from ** in same Rep rows 2–5 until piece measures
• U.S. size J-10 (6mm)
ch-3 sp (5 loops on hook); yo and draw approx 20” from beg, ending with a
crochet hook
through all 5 loops. (Cluster made). row 5. Fasten off.
• Yarn needle
Note Shape armholes
Stitches used: Yarn is held double throughout. Row 1 (WS): With WS facing, join
• Single crochet yarn with a sl st in 1st (1st, 2nd,
2nd, 2nd) cluster, ch 1, sc 1 in same
• Double crochet PATTERN cluster, [ch 3, 1 dc in next sc, ch 3, 1
sc in cluster] 9 (11, 11, 13, 15) times,
• Clusters
leaving rem sts unworked, turn. (9
Body
[11, 11, 13, 15] dc, 10 [12, 12, 14,
With larger hook and yarn held 16] sc, 18 [22, 22, 26, 30] ch-3 sps)
Sizes:
double, ch 84 (100, 116, 132, 148). Row 2 (RS): Ch 1, sl st in next 3 ch,
Women’s Small (Medium, Large, Row 1 (RS): Sc 1 in 2nd ch from ch 3, 3-dc beg cluster, ch 3, sc 1 in
Extra Large, 2X) hook, *sc 1 in next ch, ch 3, sk 1 ch, next sc, [ch 3, work 4-dc cl, ch 3, 1
[yo, insert hook in next ch, yo and sc in next cl] 7 (9, 9, 11, 13) times,
Finished measurements: pull up a loop, yo and draw through ch 3, 3-dc end cl, dc 1 in ch-3 sp,
Bust: 16¾ (19, 21¼, 23¼, 25¾)” 2 loops on hook] twice (3 loops on turn. (7 [9, 9, 11, 13] clusters, beg
Length: 27¼ (27¼, 27¾, 27¾, 28¾)” hook), skip next ch, [yo, insert hook and end cluster)
in next ch, yo and pull up a loop, yo Row 3: Ch 1, sc 1 in next 2 sc, *ch
Gauge and draw through 2 loops] twice (5 3, dc 1 in next sc, ch 3, sc 1 in 4-dc
loops on hook), yo and draw through cl; rep from * working last sc in 3-dc
3 clusters and 8 rows = 3½” (9cm) all 5 loops on hook (beg row cluster
in patt, using larger hook and yarn cl, sc 1 in last sc, turn. (8 [10, 10, 12,
st made); ch 3, sk 1 ch; rep from * to 14] dc, 11 [13, 13, 15, 17] sc, 16 [20,
held double last sc, sc 1 in last sc, turn. (10 [12, 20, 24, 28] ch-3 sps)
14, 16, 18] clusters, 13 [15, 17, 19, Row 4: Ch 1, sc 1 in next 2 sc, [ch
Special abbreviations 21] sc, 20 [24, 28, 32, 36] ch-3 sps) 3, 4-dc cl, ch 3, sc 1 in next sc] 8
3-dc beg cl: *Yo, insert hook in next Row 2 (WS): Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc (10, 10, 12, 14) times; sc 1 in last sc,
st, yo and pull up a loop, yo and draw 1 in next sc, *ch 3, sc 1 in cluster st, turn. (8 [10, 10, 12, 14] clusters, 11
through 2 loops on hook, yo, insert ch 3, dc 1 in next sc; rep from * to [13, 13, 15, 17] sc, 16 [20, 20, 24,
hook in next ch-3 sp, yo and pull up a last sc, dc 1 in last sc, turn. (13 [15, 28] ch-3 sps)
loop, yo and draw through 2 loops on 17, 19, 21] dc, 10 [12, 14, 16, 18] sc,

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Row 5: Ch 3, dc 1 in next sc, [ch 3, sc Rows 34–37: Rep rows 12–15. 7, 8] clusters, beg and end cluster)
1 in cluster, ch 3, dc 1 in sc] 8 (10, 10, Rows 38 and 39: Rep rows 12 and 13. Row 3: Ch 1, sc 1 in next 2 sc, *ch
12, 14) times, dc 1 in last sc, turn. (11 3, dc 1 in next sc, ch 3, sc 1 in 4-dc
[13, 13, 15, 17] dc, 8 [10, 10, 12, 14] Shape armholes cl; rep from * working last sc in 3-dc
sc, 16 [20, 20, 24, 28] ch-3 sps) Row 1 (WS): Join yarn with a sl st cl, sc 1 in last sc, turn. (7 [8, 8, 8, 9]
Row 6: Ch 3, 3-dc beg cluster, ch 3, sc in 1st (1st, 2nd, 2nd, 2nd) cluster, dc, 10 [11, 11, 11, 12] sc, 14 [16, 16,
1 in sc, [ch 3, 4-dc cl, ch 3, sc 1 in next ch 1, sc 1 in same cluster, [ch 3, dc 16, 20] ch-3 sps)
sc] 7 (9, 9, 11, 13) times, ch 3, 3-dc 1 in next sc, ch 3, sc 1 in cluster]
end cl, dc 1 in last dc, turn. (7 [9, 9, 11, 7 (8, 8, 8, 9) times, leaving rem sts Shape shoulders
13] clusters, beg and end cluster) unworked, turn. (8 [9, 9, 9, 10] dc, Row 1: With RS facing, join in 4th
Rows 7–10: Rep rows 3–6. 9 [10, 10, 10, 11] sc, 14 [16, 16, 16, sc, [ch 1, 2 sc] in same sp, [ch 3,
Rows 11–13: Rep rows 3–5. 18] ch-3 sps) 4-dc cl, ch 3, sc 1 in next sc] 3 (4, 5,
Fasten off. Row 2 (RS): Ch 1, sl st in next 3 ch, 5, 6) times, sc 1 in same sp as last
ch 3, 3-dc beg cluster, ch 3, sc 1 in sc. (3 [4, 5, 5, 6] cl, 6 [7, 8, 8, 9] sc, 6
Sleeves next sc, [ch 3, 4-dc cl, ch 3, sc 1 in [8, 10, 10, 12] ch-3 sps)
With larger hook and yarn held next cl] 6 (7, 7, 7, 8) times, ch 3, 3-dc Row 2: Ch 3, dc 1 in next sc, [ch 3,
double, ch 52 (60, 68, 68, 76). end cl, dc 1 in ch-3 sp, turn. (6 [7, 7, sc 1 in cluster, ch 3, dc 1 in sc] 3 (4,
Rows 1–5: Work as for body rows
1–5. (6 [7, 8, 8, 9] cl, 9 [10, 11, 11,
12] sc, 12 [14, 16, 16, 18] ch-3 sps)
Rows 6–9: Rep rows 2–5.
Row 10 (WS): Ch 6 (counts as dc,
ch-3 sp), dc 1 in next sc, *ch 3, sc 1
in cluster, ch 3, dc 1 in sc; rep from *
to last sc, ch 3, dc 1 in last sc, turn.
(9 [10, 10, 11, 11] dc, 6 [7, 8, 8, 9] sc,
14 [16, 18, 18, 20] ch-3 sps)
Row 11: Ch 1, 2 sc in first dc, *ch 3,
4-dc cl, ch 3, sc 1 in next sc; rep from
* to last ch-3 sp, ch 3, 2 sc in last dc
(in 3rd ch of beg ch-6), turn. (7 [8, 9,
9, 10] clusters, 10 [11, 12, 12, 13] sc,
14 [16, 18, 18, 20] ch-3 sps)

Sizes Small and Medium only

Rows 12–19: Rep rows 2–5 twice. (7
[8] cl, 10 [11] sc, 14 [16] ch-3 sps)
Rows 20–39: Rep rows 10–19 twice.
(9 [10] cl, 12 [13] sc, 18 [20] ch-3 sps)

Sizes Large, Extra Large, 2X only

Rows 12–15: Rep rows 2–5 once. (9
[9, 10] cl, 12 [12, 13] sc, 18 [18, 20]
ch-3 sps)
Rows 16 and 17: Rep rows 10 and
11. (10 [10, 11] cl, 13 [13, 14] sc, 20
[20, 22] ch-3 sps)
Rows 18–23: Rep rows 12–17. (11
[11, 12] cl, 14 [14, 15] sc, 22 [22, 24]
ch-3 sps)
Rows 24–31: Rep rows 12–15 twice.
Rows 32 and 33: Rep rows 16 and
17. (12 [12, 13] cl, 15 [15, 16] sc, 24
[24, 26] ch-3 sps)

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5, 5, 6) times, dc 1 in last sc, turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, 3-dc beg cluster, ch 3, Trendy Tunic
sc 1 in sc, [ch 3, 4-dc cl, ch 3, sc 1
in next sc] 3 (4, 5, 5, 6) times, ch 3, 8
3-dc end cl, dc 1 in last dc, turn. 7
Row 4: Ch 1, sc 1 in next 2 sts, [ch
6
3, dc 1 in next sc, ch 3, sc 1 in cl] 3 5
(4, 5, 5, 6) times, sc 1 in last sc, turn. 4
Row 5: Ch 1, sc 1 in next 2 sc, [ch 3, 3
4-dc cl, ch 3, sc 1 in next sc] 3 (4, 5,
5, 6) times, sc 1 in last sc, turn. 2
Rows 6–8 (6–8, 6–10, 6–10, 6–10): 1

Rep rows 2–4. Fasten off.

Finishing 6
Set in sleeves. Sew saddles in place, 5
8
sew side and sleeve seams.
join 7
here
6
Neck band finish off
5
here
8
Rnd 1 (RS): With smaller hook and
7
yarn held double, join in any seam
before shoulder saddle, work 20 (20,
22, 24, 26) sc across inside edge of
each saddle and 26 (30, 34, 38, 42)
sc each across front and back, join to
first sc. (92 [100, 112, 124, 136] sc)
Rnds 2 and 3: Ch 1, *sc 1 in corner
sc, sc2tog twice, work in sc to 4 sts
before next corner sc, sc2tog twice;
rep from * around, join. (76 [84, 96,
108, 120] sc)
Rnds 4 and 5: Ch 1, sc 1 in each sc.
Join. Fasten off.
10½ (11½, 12½,
Weave in ends. Block. s 12½, 13½)"
3½ (3½, 4¼, 3½ (4½, 5½,
4¼, 4¼)" 5½, 6½)"
9¼ (11½, 11½,
13¾, 15)" 17"
2 (2, 4,
4, 4)"

20"

16¾ (19, 21¼, 23½, 25¾)"

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 Simple Stitches

Woven
Shells
Hat
and
Scarf
Set KKKK Skill Level

The eye-catching woven shell

pattern on this brilliant set will
keep you warm and toasty this
winter. The distinctive stitch
pattern appears more intricate
than it actually is, making for
a quick yet impressive project
you won’t have to wait to
show off. Crochet these clever
accessories in this washable
wool blend for an easy-care set
that will have you savoring the
last chilly days of the season.

Designed by
Tian Connaughton

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 SCARF join with a sl st, turn.
Materials Rnd 6: Ch 2, 3-dc-cl-cross (putting
With larger hook, ch 32. first dc-group in center st of next dc-
Yarn weight: 4 Row 1: Hdc 1 in 3rd ch from hook group from previous rnd and second
and in each ch across. (30 hdc) dc-group in center st of previous
Yarn used: Pacific by Cascade Row 2: Ch 1, sc 1 in first st, *skip dc-group in rnd), *sc 1 in ch-3 sp,
3 sts, 3-dc-cl-cross (putting first dc- 3-dc-cl-cross (putting dc-groups in
Yarns
group 4th st and second dc-group center st of previous dc-groups); rep
• 3 (4) skeins Pacific by in 2nd skipped st), skip 1 st, sc 1 in from * around, ending with sc 1 in
Cascade Yarns, 60% acrylic, next hdc; rep from * across placing ch-3 sp, join with a sl st, turn.
40% merino (213 yds/100g) in last sc in t-ch, turn. Rnd 7: Ch 2, *sc 1 in ch-3 sp, 3-dc-
color 43 Ruby Row 3: Ch 2, 3 dc in first st, skip 3 cl-cross (putting dc-groups in center
dc, *sc 1 in ch-3 sp, 3-dc-cl-cross st of previous dc-groups); rep from *,
Tools: join with a sl st, turn.
(putting dc-groups in center st of
• U.S. size H-8 (5mm) crochet previous dc-groups); rep from *
hook, or size required for across, ending with sc 1 in ch-3 sp, Rep rnds 6 and 7 until piece
gauge skip 3 dc, 4 dc in t-ch, turn. measures 7 (7½)” from beg ch.
Row 4: Ch 1, *sc 1 in first st, 3-dc-
• U.S. size G-6 (4mm) crochet cl-cross (putting dc-groups in center
hook sts of previous dc-groups); rep from * Shape crown
• Yarn needle ending with skip dc, sc 1 in t-ch, turn. Beg working in the round.
Next rnd: Ch 2, work 72 (78) dc
Skills used: Rep rows 3 and 4 until piece evenly around, join with sl st.
measures 50” or desired length. Next rnd: Ch 2, dc2tog around, join
• Double crochet with sl st.
Next row: Ch 2, work 30 hdc sts Next rnd: Ch 2, dc around, join with sl
evenly across row. st.
Sizes: Fasten off. Work dc2tog around in a continuous
spiral until top completely closes.
Small/Medium (Large)
Fasten off.
Finished measurements: HAT
Finishing
Scarf: 56” long x 6½” wide, after With smaller hook, ch 73 (79). Join Weave in ends. Block. s
blocking with a sl st in a ring, taking care not
Hat: 19 (21)” circumference, to twist the sts.
stretches to fit
Rib
Gauge
Rnd 1: Ch 2 (counts as dc here and
3 patt reps = 3½” (9cm) in patt using throughout), 72 (78) dc around, join
larger hook with sl st.
Rnd 2: Ch 2, *dc 1 in flo, dc 1 in blo;
Special abbreviation rep from * around, join.
3-dc-cl-cross (3 crossed dc Rnds 3 and 4: Rep rnd 2.
clusters): 3 dc in indicated st, ch 3,
working over sts 3 dc just made, 3 Change to larger hook and begin
dc in indicated st. turning after each rnd, joining the
last st with sl st to beg ch-2.
Note
When working into skipped sts, Rnd 5: Ch 2, *skip 3 sts, 3-dc-cl-
work over previous 3 dcs rather than cross (putting first dc-group 4th st
behind or in front of them. and second dc-group in 2nd skipped
st), skip 1 st**, sc 1 in next dc; rep
from * around ending last rep at **,

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Woven Shells Set

Hat

Scarf

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Crocheted shawls inspired by
claic poetry!
Just as poetry laces together the simplest of words
into dramatic lyrical pieces, Poetic Crochet uses
basic stitches to create a romantic, breathtaking
collection of shawls and wraps. The patterns in
Poetic Crochet won’t require any special technique
knowledge, but rather they have been designed to
highlight the simple sophistication achievable with
the most basic of stitches. Crocheters with any
experience level, beginner to advanced, will find
something rewarding—and poetic—in this inspired
collection of 20 projects.

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Two-tone Chevron
Scarf KKKK Skill Level
This attractive scarf is created using a double-ended Tunisian crochet
hook. Combining an easy-to-master chevron stitch and a creative color
change, this scarf appears complicated but is easy to make. The stitch
pattern works well for men or women, making this scarf a great gift for
anyone on your holiday list.

Designed by Susan Jeffers

Sizes: Row 1:
Materials Approx 5” wide x 57” long Forward pass: Skip first vertical bar,
M1, pull up a loop in next 14 vertical
Yarn weight: 4 bars, Tss3tog, pull up a loop in next
Gauge
14 vertical bars, M1, pull up a loop in
4 sts = 1” (2.5cm) last vertical bar; turn, slide loops to
Yarn used: Vintage by Berroco 3 two-pass rows = 1 1/8” (3cm) opposite end of hook.
• 1 skein Vintage by Berroco Return pass: Change color, yo and
50% acrylic, 40% wool, 10% Special abbreviations draw through 1 loop, *yo and draw
nylon, (218 yds/100g) in each Yo: Yarn over through 2 loops; rep from * across.
of colors: M1: Yo (to make an extra st on hook Do not turn.
14849 Charcoal (A) to increase, not in preparation to
979 Smoke (B) draw though loops on hook) Rep forward and return passes until
Tss3tog (Tunisian simple stitch 3 there are 29 two-pass rows in A.
Tools:
together): Insert hook under vertical
• U.S. size I-9 (5.5mm) bars of next 3 sts, yo and pull up a At end of last return pass, do not
double-ended crochet hook, loop, leave loop on hook - decreases turn, change color, work forward
or size required for gauge 2 sts. pass. Cont in patt until there are 29
Bind off: *Insert hook under next two-pass rows in B; row colors will
• U.S. size I-9 (5.5mm) vertical bar, yo and draw through bar now be reversed.
crochet hook, or size and loop on hook; rep from * across.
required for gauge At end of last return pass, do not
turn, change color, work forward
• Yarn needle
pass. Cont in patt until there are 29
PATTERN two-pass rows in A, bind off on last
Stitches used: row. At end of bind off, there will be
With double-ended hook and A,
• Tunisian simple stitch an A loop on hook. Fasten off.
loosely ch 33.

Set-up row 1: Working through blo,

Finishing
pull up a loop in second ch from With standard crochet hook, join B
hook and in each ch across; turn, with a sl st at end of last row, sl st
slide loops to opposite end of hook evenly down long edge (57 sl sts in
(33 loops on hook). each color section), work 33 sl sts
Set-up row 2: With B, make a loose across bottom, sl st up opposite long
slip knot on hook and draw through edge as before, sl st in next 14 sts,
first loop on hook; *yo, draw through sl st dec over next 3 sts, sl st in next
2 loops on hook; rep from * across. 14 sts across top edge, join. Fasten
Do not turn. off.

Weave in ends. Block. s

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Granite Pullover KKKK Skill Level

Often it’s trouble crocheting a sweater for a man. Men can be so fussy.
But Melissa Leapman makes it easy with this rugged pullover worked
in the manly granite stitch and finished with ribbing at the cuff and just-
enough neckband.

Designed by Melissa Leapman

Sizes: through 2 loops] three times to
Materials Men’s Small (Medium, Large, Extra complete tr.
Large, 2X)
Yarn weight: 4 Note: Do not work sc behind FPtr st.
Finished measurements:
Yarn used: Simplicity by HiKoo Notes
Chest: 42½ (46½, 50½, 54½, 58½)"
Length: 26 (26½, 26½, 27½, 27½)" Throughout, each sc and FPtr counts
• 22 (22, 23, 24, 24) skeins of
as 1 st. Always skip the sc behind a
Simplicity by HiKoo, 55%
Gauge FPtr.
merino superwash, 28%
acrylic, 17% nylon (117 16 sts and 16 rows = 4" (10cm) in
yds/50g) in color 038: granite patt using larger hook
PATTERN
Tools: Special abbreviation
Back
• U.S. size G-6 (4mm) crochet FPtr (front post treble crochet):
[Yo] twice, insert hook from front With smaller hook, ch 16.
hook, or size required for
gauge of work to back, then to front again
around post of st in row below, yo Ribbing
• U.S. size E-4 (3.5mm) and pull up a loop around post of Work in sideways rib patt on 15 sts
crochet hook st (4 loops on hook), [yo and draw as follows:
• Yarn needle

Stitches used:
• Single crochet
• Treble crochet
• Post stitches

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Sideways rib
Row 1 (RS): Sc in second ch from
hook and in each ch across, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in blo of each sc
across, turn.

Continue to rep row 2 until piece,

when slightly stretched, measures
approx 20 ¾ (22 ¾, 24 ¾, 26 ¾, 28
¾)” from beg. Fasten off.

Body
With larger hook, join yarn to right edge
of one longer side of ribbed piece, ch 1.
Work 85 (93, 101, 109, 117) sc evenly
spaced along long edge, turn.

Beg granite patt as follows:

Granite
Row 1 (RS): Ch 1, sc in first sc,
*FPtr 1 in next sc 2 rows below, sc 1
in next sc; rep from * across, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc 85 (93, 101, 109,
117) in blo across, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc 1 in first 2 sc, *FPtr
1 in next sc 2 rows below, sc 1 in Granite Pullover
next st; rep from * across, ending 8"
with sc 1 in last sc, turn.
9½ (10½, 10½, 11½, 11½)"
1"

Row 4: Rep row 2.

2" 1"

19 (21, 21, 23, 23)"

21 (20¾, 20½, 20½, 20½)"

Continue to work even repeating
rows 1–4 of granite patt, until piece
measures approx 16 ½ (16, 16, 16,
16½ (16, 16, 16, 16)"

16)” from beg, ending with a RS row.

Next row (WS): Ch 1, sc 1 in each Front and Back Sleeve

sc across, turn.

Shape armholes
Next row (RS): Sl st in first 7 (9,
11, 13, 15) sts, ch 1, work in granite
patt to last 6 (8, 10, 12, 14) sts, turn,
leaving rest of row unworked (73 21¼ (23¼, 25¼, 27¼, 29¼)" 8¾"
[77, 81, 85, 89] sts rem).

Work even in granite patt until piece 4

measures approx 25 (25 ½, 25 ½, 26
½, 26 ½)” from beg, ending with a
3
WS row.

Shape neck
2
Next row (RS): Work in granite patt
across first 22 (24, 26, 28, 30) sts, 1
turn, leaving rest of row unworked.

Work even in granite patt on this

side until piece measures approx 26

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(26½, 26½, 27½, 27½)" from beg. Work even in patt, until piece Work even in patt until sleeve
Fasten off. measures same as back to measures approx 21 (20 ¾, 20 ½, 20
shoulders. Fasten off. ½, 20 ½)” from beg. Fasten off.
For second side of neck, with RS
facing, skip center 29 sts, join yarn Sleeves Finishing
with a sl st to next st, ch 1, and With smaller hook, ch 11. Sew shoulder seams.
complete same as first side.
Work in sideways rib patt on 10 sts Neck edging
Front until piece, when slightly stretched, With RS facing and smaller hook, join
Work as for back until piece measures measures approx 8¼" from beg. yarn with a sl st to lower edge of left
approx 23 (23½, 23½, 24½, 24½)” Fasten off. front neck edge, ch 1. Work one row
from beg, ending with a WS row. of sc around neckline. Fasten off.
With larger hook, join yarn to right
Shape neck edge of one longer side of ribbed Neckband
Next row (RS): Work across first 29 piece, ch 1.
Work 35 sc evenly spaced along long With smaller hook, ch 6.
(31, 33, 35, 37) sts; skip center 15
sts, join second ball of yarn with a edge, turn.
Work in sideways rib patt on 5 sts
sl st in next st, ch 1, work in granite until piece, when slightly stretched,
patt to end. Next row (WS): Ch 1, sc 1 in each
sc across, turn. fits along neckline. Fasten off.
Working both sides at once with Sew neckband in place, placing
separate balls of yarn, dec 1 st each Beg granite patt, inc 1 st each end of
row every other row 7 (17, 18, 27, 28) seam at center back of neck.
neck edge every row 7 times, then Set in sleeves. Sew sleeve and side
every other row once (21 [23, 25, 27, times, then every 4 rows 14 (8, 7, 2,
1) times (77 [85, 85, 93, 93] sts). seams. Weave in ends. Block. s
29] sts rem each side).

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Easy Ribbed Bag KKKK Skill Level

Be the first to show off your talent for “knitting” a project with a Knook
hook, a special crochet hook with a hole near the bottom for a cable
cord. The small size of this project makes it a wonderful way to master
this easy technique. Quickly create this fun ribbed bag, add decorative
handles and a lining by hand or with a sewing machine, and you have a
bag perfect for your next outing.

Designed by Sheryl Thies

Finished measurements: from * until 1 st remains on hook.
Materials 10" wide x 20", before seaming Fasten off.

Yarn weight: 3 Gauge Finishing

15 sts = 4" (10cm) in St st On RS, bring B colored ribs tog and
Yarn used: Cabled Cotton by using tail, seam for approx 4".
Interlacements Yarns Note With B, rep on opposite side. Fold
piece in half by bringing seamed edges
• 1 skein Cabled Cotton by Colored ribs are worked horizontally, tog. With RS tog, whip stitch side
Interlacements Yarns, 100% but in finishing piece is turned so the seams from end of ribs to bottom fold.
mercerized cotton (270 ribs run vertically. Rep for opposite side. Fold seamed ribs
yds/113g) in each of colors: over handle and whip stitch securely in
Renaissance (A) place. Weave in ends.
Emerald (B) PATTERN
Lining (optional)
Tools: With A, ch 77. Pick up a stitch in Cut lining before seaming bag. Use
• U.S. size G-6 (4mm) each ch (77 sts). piece as a pattern, cut lining, adding
Knooking hook, or size Work in horizontal rib patt as follows: ½" seam allowance. With RS of
required for gauge lining tog and sewing needle and
Horizontal rib thread, sew side and bottom seams.
• Oval wood purse handles by Row 1 (RS): With A, knit. Insert lining in bag and fold top edge
Everything Mary (6½" by 4") Row 2: Purl. of fabric to inside along handle edge.
• ¼ yd cotton lining fabric Row 3: Knit. Sew lining to bag. s
(optional) Row 4: Purl.
Row 5: Knit.
• Sewing needle and thread Row 6: Purl. Cut A.
Row 7: With B, knit.
• Yarn needle
Row 8: Knit.
Row 9: Purl.
Skills used: Row 10: Knit.
• Knooking Row 11: Purl.
Row 12: Knit. Cut B.

Rep rows 1–12 for a total of 36 rows

or until piece measures 8½".

With A, work rows 1–6 once more.

Bind off as follows:

With A, knit 2 sts, *pull st just made
through first st on hook, knit 1 st; rep

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Stitch Dictionary
Textures
Nothing makes handmade pieces feel warmer than texture, and
it's a great way to showcase the stitches rather than letting the
yarn do all the work! Here are three easy to work patterns that
will add depth to even the most basic crochet project.
By Amy Polcyn

Textured Picots
Rather than being worked around
the edge, this pattern uses picot
stitches throughout the body of
the fabric, giving the appearance of
bobbles without the work.

Special abbreviation
Picot sc: *Insert hook in indicated
st, yo, pull up a loop, [yo and draw
through 1 loop on hook] 3 times
(picot ch made), yo and draw
through both loops on hook to
complete sc, picot sc complete.

(Multiple of 4+2 for beg chain)

Row 1: Sc 1 in 2nd ch from hook
and each ch across.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc 1 in first st, *picot
sc in next st, sc 1 in next st; rep
from * to end, turn.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc 1 in each st across, 5
turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc 2, *picot sc in next
4
st, sc 1 in next st; rep from * to last
st, sc 1, turn.
3
Row 5: Rep row 3.
Rep rows 2–5 for patt..
2

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Two in One
This pattern is deceptively simple—
alternating 2 single crochets worked
in the same stitch with skipped
stitches. Perfect for beginners!

(Start with multiple of 10 sts plus 2

for base chain)
(Multiple of 2+3 for beg chain)
Row 1: Skip 2 ch (counts as sc), sc
1 in next ch, *skip 1 ch, 2 sc in next
ch; rep from * to last 2 ch, skip 1 ch,
sc 1 in last ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1 (counts as sc), sc 1 in
first st, *skip 1 st, 2 sc in next st;
rep from * to last 2 sts, skip 1 st, sc
1 in t-ch, turn.
Rep row 2 for patt.

Cobblestones
Combine half double crochet and
slip stitches to form this texture.
The slipped stitches slant, giving
an interesting effect to the finished
fabric.

(Multiple of 2+1 for beg chain)

Row 1: Skip 2 ch (counts as hdc),
*sl st in next ch, hdc 1 in next ch;
rep from * across, ending sl st in last
ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 2 (counts as hdc), skip 1
st, *sl st in next hdc, hdc 1 in next
st; rep from * across, ending sl st in
t-ch, turn.
Rep row 2 for patt.

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 Great Gifts

Vintage
Inspired
s

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Winter Wreath Table
Runner KKKK Skill Level
Inspired by a vintage afghan, quick and easy motifs are joined to form a festive
mat for your holiday table. Crochet more or fewer motifs to create any size you
desire, creating potholders, matching placemats, the sky’s the limit!

Designed by Amy Polcyn

Rnd 1: With A, ch 3 (counts as dc, Finishing
Materials here and throughout), dc 11 in ring.
Sew motifs together as follows: 1
Fasten off. (12 dc)
row of 4, then 1 row of 5, then 1 row
Yarn weight: 4 Rnd 2: With B, join yarn, sl st
of 6, then 1 row of 5, then 1 row of
between 2 dc, ch 3, dc 1 in same
4, as shown.
Yarn used: 220 Superwash by sp, *2 dc between 2 dc; rep from
* around, join with sl st. Fasten off.
Cascade Yarns
(24 dc)
• 1 skein 220 Superwash
Border
Rnd 3: With C, join yarn, sl st
by Cascade Yarns, 100% between 2-dc groups, ch 1, sc 1 in With RS facing and C, work 1 rnd of
superwash wool (220 same sp, ch 2, *sc 1 between 2-dc single crochet around outside edge,
yds/100g) in each of colors groups, ch 2; rep from * around, join working (1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc) in each
809 Red (A), 910A White (B), with sl st. (12 ch-2 sp) outside corner and sc2tog in each
864 Green (C) Rnd 4: With C, sl st in first ch-2 sp, inside corner, fasten off. With A,
ch 3, dc 1 in same sp, [2 dc, ch 2, work 1 more rnd of single crochet in
Tools: same manner. Fasten off.
2 dc] in next ch-2 sp, *2 dc in next
• U.S. size G-6 (4.25mm) ch-2 sp, [2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc] in next
crochet hook, or size ch-2 sp; rep from * around, join with Weave in ends. Block lightly. s
required for gauge sl st. Fasten off.
• Yarn needle
Winter Wreath Table Runner
Skills used:
• Single crochet 4

• Double crochet

Finished measurements: 3

20" long x 15½" wide

2
Gauge
1
Motif = 3½", gauge is not essential
for this project.

PATTERN
Motif (make 24)
With A, ch 4, join with sl st to form
a ring.

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Vintage Slippers KKKK
Skill Level

Winter is a magical season, and these easy slippers with a hint of sparkle
make it even more fabulous. With their simple shaping and seaming,
they’re a fun beginner project you’ll be proud to show off. The ribbed side
bands and single crochet fabric make this pair fantastic for keeping your
toes cozy on chilly evenings.

Designed by Amy Polcyn

Sizes: Toe
Materials Women’s Small (Medium, Large) Ch 17.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and
Yarn weight: 4 Finished measurements: each ch across, turn (16 sc).
Length: 9 (10, 11)" Row 2: Ch 1, sc 16, turn.
Yarn used: Classic Shades
Metallic by Universal Yarn Gauge Work even in sc until piece
measures 3 (3½, 4)".
• 1 skein Classic Shades 16 sc = 4" (10cm) Shape toe as for sole.
Metallic by Universal Yarn,
69% acrylic, 29% wool, 2%
Side band
glitter (175 yds/100g) in color
607 Zenith
PATTERN Ch 5.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and
Tools: Sole each ch across, turn (4 sc).
• U.S. size G-6 (4mm) crochet Ch 9. Row 2: Ch 1, in blo sc 4, turn.
hook, or size required for Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and Rep row 2 until piece measures 8 (9,
gauge each ch across, turn (8 sc). 10)". Fasten off.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn.
• Yarn needle Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in first sc, sc to Toe band
last st, 2 sc in last st, turn (10 sc). Work as for side band until piece
Skills used: Rows 4 and 5: Rep rows 2 and 3 measures 4". Fasten off.
• Single crochet (12 sc).
Finishing
Work even in sc until piece
measures 4 (4½, 5)". Sew toe band to wide top edge of
toe piece.
Rep rows 2 and 3 twice more (16 sc). With RS facing, join toe to sole by
working sl st around through both
Work even in sc until piece thicknesses. Join side band to back
measures 7 (8, 9)". Don’t fasten off. of heel in same manner. Sew short
ends of side band to toe band.
Shape toe Weave in ends. s

Next row: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc to last 2

sts, sc2tog, turn (14 sc).
Rep last row until 2 sts rem. Fasten off.

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Oh Dear, Reindeer KKKK Skill Level

This adorable little reindeer would love nothing more than to snuggle under a cozy
blanket while watching the snow fall. Crocheted with durable acrylic yarn and easy
crochet stitches, this little friend will quickly become a cherished toy. Make one
special reindeer to cuddle or make an entire herd for snow day play. When you
present this darling toy as a gift, don’t forget the hot chocolate!

Designed by Megan Kreiner of MK Crochet / MK Knits

Finished measurements: around. (24 sts)
Materials Approx 9" tall x 7" long Rnd 14: *Sc 1, sc2tog; rep from *
around. (16 sts)
Yarn weight: 4 Rnd 15: Sc2tog 8 times. (8 sts)
Gauge
Stuff head. If not using plastic eyes,
Gauge is not essential for this you can close up hole at this time.
Yarn used: Soft Yarn by Red project.
Heart
Nose
• 1 skein Soft Yarn by Red Special technique
With E, make a 5-st adjustable ring.
Heart, 100% acrylic (256 Adjustable ring: Make a large loop Rnd 1: 2 sc in each st around. (10
yds/140g) in each of colors: with yarn leaving a 4" tail. With hook, sts)
1882 Toast (A) draw the working yarn through Rnd 2: *Sc 3, sc2tog; rep from *
4601 Off White (B) the loop; ch 1, follow the pattern around. (8 sts)
9344 Chocolate (C) instructions from here. Once the first Fasten off and stuff nose lightly.
4614 Black (D) rnd of sts is complete, pull tail snug
4608 Wine (E) to close the ring. Ear (make 2)
With A, loosely ch 5.
Tools: Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook
• U.S. size G-6 (4mm) crochet PATTERN and working in back ridge loops, sc
hook 3, 3 sc in next st. Rotate ch so front
Head loops are facing up. Starting in next
• Stitch markers st and working in front loops, sc 2, 2
With A, make an 6-st adjustable ring.
• Stitch holders Rnd 1: *Sc 1, 2 sc in next st; rep sc in next st. (10 sts)
from * around. (9 sts) Rnd 2: 2 sc in next st, sc 2, 2 hdc in
• Yarn needle Rnd 2: *Sc 2, 2 sc in next st; rep next 3 sts, sc 2, 2 sc in next st, [1 sc,
from * around. (12 sts) 1 hdc, 1 sc] in next st. (17 sts)
• 9mm plastic safety eyes, 2
Rnd 3: *Sc 3, 2 sc in next st; rep Rnd 3: Sl st 17.
total
from * around. (15 sts) Fasten off, leaving a long tail for
• Fiberfill Rnd 4: Sc 15. sewing.
Rnd 5: *Sc 4, 2 sc in next st; rep
• 4” square black felt (optional) from * around. (18 sts) Antler (make 2)
• Sewing needle and thread Rnd 6: Sc 18. With C, loosely ch 11. Leave a long
(optional) Rnd 7: Hdc 4, 2 sc in next 5 sts, pm, tail at beg of ch.
2 sc in next 5 sts, hdc 4. (28 sts) Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook
Skills used: Rnd 8: Hdc 28. and working in back ridge loops;
Rnd 9: *Sc 6, 2 sc in next st; rep sc 5, ch 5. Starting in 2nd ch from
• Single crochet from * around. (32 sts) hook and working in back ridge
• Half double crochet Rnds 10–12: Sc 32. loops, sc 4. In back ridge loops of
Rnd 13: *Sc 2, sc2tog; rep from * foundation ch; sc 2, ch 5. Starting

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 Change to D.
Rows 21–23: Ch 1, sc 4, turn. (4 sts)
Fasten off D, leaving a long tail for
sewing.

Belly
With B, loosely ch 4 sts.
Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook,
sc 3, turn. (3 sts)
Rows 2–7: Ch 1, sc 3, turn.
Row 8: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc
1, turn. (4 sts)
Rows 9 and 10: Ch 1, sc 4, turn.
Row 11: Ch 1, sc 4, turn. Pm on
edges at beg and end of row.
Row 12: Skip first ch, sc2tog, turn.
(2 sts)
Row 13: Ch 1, sc 2, turn.
Row 14: Ch 1, 2 sc in next 2 sts,
turn. (4 sts)
Row 15: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next 2
sts, sc 1, turn. Pm on edges at beg
and end of row. (6 sts)
Rows 16 and 17: Ch 1, sc 6, turn.
Row 18: Ch 1, sc 2, 2 sc in next 2
in 2nd ch from hook and working in Row 10: Ch 1, sc 13, turn.
sts, sc 2, turn. (8 sts)
back ridge loops, sc 4. In back ridge Row 11: Ch 1, sc 1, pm, sc 12, turn.
Row 19: Ch 1, sc 8, turn.
loops of foundation ch; sc 2, sc 3 in
Row 20: Ch 1, sc2tog 4 times, turn. Pm
back ridge loop of last foundation Start back leg on edges at beg and end of row. (4 sts)
chain. Turn work so front loops of Row 12: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 3, Row 21: Ch 1, sc2tog, turn. (2 sts)
foundation ch are facing up. Starting turn. (5 sts) Row 22: Ch 1, sc 2, turn.
in next ch and working in front loops, Row 13: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, 2 sc in Row 23: Ch 1, 2 sc in next 2 sts,
sc 9. Pm. next st. turn. (4 sts)
Rnd 2: Sc 1 in each sc around, Row 14: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc2tog Row 24: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next 2
ending at pm. twice, turn. (4 sts) sts, sc 1, turn. Pm on edges at beg
Sl st in next st and fasten off, leaving Row 15: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, turn. (3 and end of row. (6 sts)
a long tail for sewing. sts) Row 25: Ch 1, sc 6, turn.
Rows 16–19: Ch 1, sc 3, turn. Row 26: Ch 1, sc 1, sc2tog 2 times,
Body Row 20: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 1, turn. (4 sts)
Side (make 2) sc 1, turn. (4 sts) Rows 27 and 28: Ch 1, sc 4, turn.
With A, loosely ch 4. Change to D. Row 29: Ch 1, sc 1, sc2tog, sc 1,
Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, Rows 21–23: Ch 1, sc 4, turn. (4 sts) turn. (3 sts)
sc 3, turn. (3 sts) Fasten off D, leaving a long tail for Rows 30 and 31: Ch 1, sc 3, turn.
Rows 2 and 3: Ch 1, sc 3, ch 1, turn. sewing. Row 32: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st,
Row 4: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc sc 1, turn. (4 sts)
1, turn. (4 sts) Start front leg Row 33: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next 2
Row 5: Ch 1, sc 4, turn. (14 sts) Row 12: To rejoin A, (sl st, ch 1, 1 sts, sc 1, ch 1, turn. (6 sts)
Row 6: Ch 10, starting in 2nd ch sc) in marked st, sc 4, turn. (5 sts) Row 34: Ch 1, sc 6, turn.
from hook, 2 sc in next st, sc 12, Row 13: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 3, turn. (4 Row 35: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, sc2tog,
turn. sts) turn. (4 sts)
Row 7: Ch 1, sc 13, 2 sc in next st, Row 14: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, turn. (3 Row 36: Ch 1, sc2tog 2 times, turn.
turn. (15 sts) sts) (2 sts)
Row 8: Ch 1, sc 15, turn. Rows 15–19: Ch 1, sc 3, turn. Row 37: Ch 1, sc2tog. (1 sts)
Row 9: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 11, sc2tog, Row 20: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, Fasten off, leaving a long tail for
turn. (13 sts) sc 1, turn. (4 sts) sewing.

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**Before beginning legs, select a
side of your belly piece to be the
“right side” and mark this side.**

Left front leg

Row 1: With RS facing up, work
along edge from row 15 marker
toward row 11 marker. To rejoin A,
[sl st, ch 1, 1 sc] in row 15 marked
st, sc 4 to row 11 marked st, turn.
Remove these markers. (5 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 3, turn. (4
sts)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, turn. (3
sts)
Rows 4–8: Ch 1, sc 3, turn.
Row 9: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc
1, turn. (4 sts)
Change to D.
Rows 10–12: Ch 1, sc 4, turn. (4 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for
sewing.

Right front leg

Row 1: With WS facing up, work
along edge from row 15 marker
toward row 11 marker. To rejoin A,
[sl st, ch 1, 1 sc] in row 15 marked
st, sc 4 to row 11 marked st, ch 1,
turn. Remove these markers. (5 sts)
Row 2: Skip first ch, sc2tog, sc 3, ch
1, turn. (4 sts)
Row 3: Skip first ch, sc2tog, sc 2, ch
1, turn. (3 sts)
Rows 4-8: Skip first ch, sc 3, ch 1,
turn. Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, turn. (3 twice, turn. (4 sts)
Row 9: Skip first ch, sc 1, 2 sc in sts) Row 4: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, turn. (3
next st, sc 1, ch 1, turn. (4 sts) Rows 5–8: Skip first ch, sc 3, ch 1, turn. sts)
Change to D. Row 9: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc Rows 5–8: Ch 1, sc 3, turn.
Rows 10-12: Skip first ch, sc 4, ch 1, 1, turn. (4 sts) Row 9: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc
turn. (4 sts) Change to D. 1, turn. (4 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for Rows 10–12: Ch 1, sc 4, turn. (4 sts) Change to D.
sewing. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for Rows 10–12: Ch 1, sc 4, turn. (4 sts)
sewing. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for
Left back leg sewing.
Right back leg
Row 1: With RS facing up, work
Row 1: With WS facing up, work Back stripe
along edge from row 24 marker
toward row 20 marker. To rejoin A, along edge from row 24 marker With A, loosely ch 4 sts.
[sl st, ch 1, 1 sc] in row 24 marked toward row 20 marker. To rejoin A, Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook,
st, sc 4 to row 20 marked st, turn. [sl st, ch 1, 1 sc] in row 24 marked sc 3, turn.
Remove these markers. (5 sts) st, sc 4 to row 20 marked st, ch 1, Rows 2 and 3: Ch 1, sc 3, turn. (3
Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, 2 sc in turn. Remove these markers. (5 sts) sts)
next st, turn. Row 2: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, 2 sc in Row 4: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, sc
Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc2tog next st, turn. 1, turn. (4 sts)
twice, turn. (4 sts) Row 3: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc2tog Rows 5–11: Ch 1, sc 4, turn.
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Row 12: Ch 1, sc 1, sc2tog, sc 1, (3 of ear together and hold shaping Stuff legs. Match up edges of back
sts) in place with a few stitches before stripe to side edges of the neck,
Rows 13–18: Ch 1, sc 3, turn. joining to sides of head. back, and tail and whip stitch all
Row 19: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next st, matching edges together. Stuff tail
sc 1, turn. (4 sts) To finish antlers, use leftover yarn lightly once top and bottom are
Row 20: Ch 1, sc 1, 2 sc in next 2 tail at end of rnd 2 and with RS of sewn together. Stuff body firmly
sts, sc 1, turn. (6 sts) antler piece facing up, fold and sew through neck opening. Sew head to
Row 21: Ch 1, sc 6, turn. just the long edges of each antler open edge of neck.
Row 22: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 2, sc2tog, prong together, followed by the
turn (4 sts) remaining edges along the main Weave in ends. s
Row 23: Ch 1, sc2tog 2 times, turn. length of antler. Sew antlers to head.
(2 sts) Embroider eyebrows with C.
Row 24: Ch 1, sc2tog (1 st)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for With RS of belly piece facing down,
sewing. take one side piece and match up
the legs to one side of the belly
Finishing piece. With leftover black yarn tails,
Install plastic safety eyes, embroider sew edges of hoofs together. With
French knots with D, or apply circles yarn needle and A, start at top corner
of black felt for eyes. Close hole of neck and whip stitch edges of
at back of head. Stuff nose lightly neck, chest, front leg, belly, back leg
before joining open edge to front and rump together, stopping right
of muzzle. Pinch larger rounder end before tail section on each side.

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Medallion Mania KKKK Skill Level

Chunky yarn and easy to make motifs make this project the perfect last
minute gift. With three fabulous motif patterns to choose from this blanket
is easy to customize for your gift recipient. Make a small blanket for a
cherished baby, or make a king size version for a dear friend. Regardless of
the color combination, or finished size, this blanket is sure to be a hit.

Designed by Marly Bird

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 Finished measurements: PATTERN
Materials
50” long
Large flower motif (make 8)
Yarn weight: 6
Gauge Ch 8, join to form a ring.
Yarn used: Grande by Red Large flower motif =10" (25cm) Rnd 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc 1 in
diameter ring, [ch 6, 3 dc in ring] 4 times, ch 6,
Heart Yarn
Small medallion = 4¾" (12cm) dc 1 in ring, join with a sl st on top of
• 1 skein Grande by Red Heart diameter beg ch-3.
Yarn, 78% acrylic, 22% wool Large wheel = 7½" (19cm) diameter Rnd 2: Ch 1, sc 1, *ch 1, [1 sc, 1
(46 yds/150g) in each of hdc, 7 dc, 1 hdc, 1 sc] in ch-6 sp,
colors: ch 1, sc 1 in center dc of next 3-dc
901 Currant (A) Special abbreviations group; rep from * 5 times, ch 1, join
110 Aran (B) with a sl st in beg sc. Fasten off.
4-dc cluster: [Yo, insert hook in
402 Foggy (C) indicated st, yo, pull up a loop, yo
and draw through 2 loops on hook] Small motif (make 21)
Tools:
4 times, yo, draw through all loops Ch 4, join to form a ring.
• U.S. size L-11 (8mm) on hook. Rnd 1: Ch 1, *sc 1, ch 2; rep from *
crochet hook, or size 3-dc cluster: [Yo, insert hook in 5 times, join with a sl st in first sc.
required for gauge indicated st, yo, pull up a loop; yo Rnd 2: Ch 2, 3-dc cluster in ch-2 sp,
and draw through 2 loops on hook] *ch 3, 4-dc cluster in next ch-2 sp;
• Yarn needle
3 times, yo, draw through all loops rep from * 4 times, ch 3, join with a
on hook. sl st in 3-dc cluster. Fasten off.
Stitches used:
• Single crochet Notes
Make all motifs first, then join Wheel (make 15)
• Half double crochet
together in a random layout. Ch 9, join to form a ring.
• Double crochet Rnd 1: Sc 14 in ring, join with a sl st
to first sc.

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Rnd 2: Ch 7 (counts as dc and ch 4) Finishing
*sk 1 sc, dc 1 in next sc, ch 4; rep Arrange motifs as desired. Cut a 24"
from * around, join with a sl st to 3rd length of yarn, split the plies and use
ch of beg chain. a single ply to sew motifs together.
Rnd 3: Ch 1, *(1 sc, 1 hdc, 1 dc, Weave in ends. Block. s
1 hdc, 1 sc) in ch-4 sp; rep from *
around, join with a sl st to first sc.
Fasten off.

Medallion Mania

3
2

Wheel

1
Large Flower

Small Motif

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Plow Away Boredom KKKK Skill Level

This huggable snow plow is full of soft and fun details such as a siren light, a plow,
and a tipping dumper filled with road salt. It’s sure to make quick work of clearing
away deep drifts of yarn skeins (or even occasional yarn-a-lanche)

Designed by Megan Kreiner of MK Crochet / MK Knits

Finished measurements: PATTERN
Materials 9½" long x 4½" tall x 5" wide
Truck cab sides (make 2*)
Yarn weight: 3 Gauge * To create a driver’s side and
Gauge is not essential for this passenger’s side, switch which side
Yarn used: Ultra Pima by project. of pattern leftover yarn tails lie on
Cascade Yarns when constructing second piece.
• 1 skein Ultra Pima by Special techniques
Cascade Yarns, 100% Pima With A, loosely ch 20.
Adjustable ring: Make a large loop
cotton (220 yds/100g) in each Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook
with yarn leaving a 4” tail. With
of colors: and working in back ridge loops, sc
hook, draw the working yarn through
3803 Tiger Lily (A) 19, turn. (19 sts)
the loop; ch 1, follow the pattern
3774 Major Teal (B) Rows 2–8: Ch 1, sc 19, turn. (19 sts)
instructions from here. Once the first
3759 Taupe (C) Row 9: Ch 1, sc 17, sc2tog, turn.
rnd of sts is complete, pull tail snug
(18 sts)
3754 True Black (D) to close the ring.
Row 10: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 16, turn.
3729 Gray (E)
(17 sts)
3727 Sky Blue (F) Surface single crochet: Draw a loop
Rows 11–14: Ch 1, sc 2, change to
3718 Natural (G) of yarn through surface of work, ch
F; sc 7, change to A, sc 2, turn. (11
1. Proceed to insert crochet hook
Tools: sts)
through surface and sc to create
Row 15: Ch 1, sc 2, change to F; sc
• U.S. size D-3 (3.25mm) a line of stitches. When turning a
6, change to A, sc 1, sc2tog, turn.
crochet hook corner, sc 3 in a surface stitch at
(10 sts)
corner.
• Yarn needle Row 16: Ch 1, sc 2, change to F; sc
6, change to A, sc 2, turn.
• Fiberfill Notes Row 17: Ch 1, sc 8, sc2tog, turn. (9
When changing color, stop just sts)
Skills used: before completing last st in old color Row 18: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 7. (8 sts)
(2 loops on hook). Complete st with Fasten off, leaving a long tail for
• Single crochet new color, then proceed as directed. sewing.
• Surface crochet
Unless otherwise directed, work
rnds continuously, do not join. Mark
end of rnds and move marker as
work progresses.

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 Row 51: Ch 1, 2 sc in next sc, sc 11,
2 sc in next sc, turn. (15 sts)
Row 52: Ch 1, in flo, sc 15, turn.
Rows 53–69: Skip first ch, sc 15,
turn.
Row 70: Ch 1, sc 15.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for
sewing.

Tires (make 4)
With D, make a 6-st adjustable ring.
Rnd 1: 2 sc in each sc around. (12
sts)
Rnd 2: *Sc 1, 2 sc in next sc; rep
from * 5 more times. (18 sts)
Rnd 3: *Sc 2, 2 sc in next sc; rep
from * 5 more times. (24 sts)
Rnd 4: *Sc 3, 2 sc in next sc; rep
from * 5 more times. (30 sts)
Rnd 5 and 6: Sc 30.
Rnd 7: *Sc 3, sc2tog; rep from * 5
more times. (24 sts)
Rnd 8: *Sc 2, sc2tog; rep from * 5
more times. (18 sts)
Rnd 9: *Sc 1, sc2tog; rep from * 5
more times. (12 sts)
Stuff wheel.
Rnd 10: [Sc2tog] 6 times. (6 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for
sewing. Close hole. Thread yarn tail
Truck cab center F; sc 13, change to A; sc 1, turn.
back and forth through center of tire
With A, loosely ch 16. Row 22: Ch 1, sc 1, change to F;
3-4 times, pulling tightly as you sew
Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook sc2tog, sc 9, sc2tog, change to A; sc
to shape tire.
and working in back ridge loops, sc 1, turn. (13 sts)
15, turn. (15 sts) Row 23: Ch 1, sc 1, change to F; sc
Hubcaps (make 4)
Rows 2–10: Ch 1, sc 15, turn. 11, change to A; sc 1, turn.
Row 24: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 9, sc2tog, With C, make a 6-st adjustable ring.
Row 11: Ch 1, in blo, sc2tog, sc 11, Rnd 1: 2 sc in each sc around. (12
sc2tog, turn. (13 sts) turn. (11 sts)
Row 25: Ch 1, sc 11, turn. sts)
Row 12: Ch 1, sc2tog, sc 9, sc2tog, Fasten off, leaving a long tail for
turn. (11 sts) Row 26: Ch 1, in flo, sc 11, turn.
Rows 27–33: Ch 1, sc 11, turn. sewing.
Rows 13–16: Ch 1, sc 11, turn.
Row 17: Ch 1, 2 sc in next sc, sc 9, Row 34: Ch 1, in flo, sc 11, turn.
Row 35: Ch 1, sc 11, turn. Truck bed wheel well (make 2)
2 sc in next sc, turn. (13 sts)
Row 18: Ch 1, in blo, sc 1, change to Rows 36–41: Ch 1, sc 1, change to With C, make a 6-st adjustable ring,
F; 2 sc in next sc, sc 9, 2 sc in next F, sc 9, change to A: sc 1, turn. turn.
sc, change to A; sc 1, turn. (15 sts) Rows 42–49: Ch 1, sc 11, turn. Row 1: Ch 1, *sc 1, 2 sc in next sc;
Rows 19–21: Ch 1, sc 1, change to Row 50: Ch 1, 2 sc in next sc, sc 9, rep from * 2 more times, turn. (9 sts)
2 sc in next sc, turn. (13 sts) Row 2: Ch 1, *sc 2, 2 sc in next sc;

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rep from * 2 more times, turn. (12 Fasten off. Fold lengthwise and whip Rnd 4: Sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc 9, 3
sts) stitch first and last rows tog. sc in next st, sc 6, 3 sc in next st, sc
Row 3: Ch 1, *sc 3, 2 sc in next sc; 9, 3 sc in next st, sc 4. (42 sts)
rep from * 2 more times, turn. (15 Truck bed Rnd 5: Sc 3, 3 sc in next st, sc 11, 3
sts) With C, loosely ch 58. sc in next st, sc 8, 3 sc in next st, sc
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook, 11, 3 sc in next st, sc 5. (50 sts)
sewing. sc 57 turn. (57 sts) Rnd 6: Sc 4, 3 sc in next st, sc 13, 3
Rows 2 and 3: Ch 1, sc 57, turn. sc in next st, sc 10, 3 sc in next st,
Fenders (make 2 in A and 2 in C) Fasten off. Turn work. sc 13, 3 sc in next st, sc 6. (58 sts)
With A or C, make a 6-st adjustable Row 4: Count 22 sts in from end.
ring. Working in flo of 22nd st, work (sl Begin cab wall
Rnd 1: 2 sc in each sc around. (12 st 1, ch 1, 1 sc). Cont to work down To begin: Sl st 5, ch 1, turn.
sts) row in flo, sc 14, turn. (15 sts) Row 1: In blo, sc 12 and turn. (12
Rnds 2–16: Sc 12. Rows 5–24: Ch 1, sc 15, ch 1, turn. sts)
Rnd 17: Sc2tog 6 times (6 sts) Row 25: Ch 1, in flo, sc 15, turn. Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 10, 2
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for Rows 26 and 27: Ch 1, sc 15, turn. sc in next st and turn. (14 sts)
sewing. Row 28: Ch 1, in blo, sc 15, turn. Row 3: Ch 1, sc 14 and turn.
Rows 29–48: Ch 1, sc 15, turn. Row 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 12, 2
Grille Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sc in next st and turn. (16 sts)
With C, loosely ch 11. sewing. Row 5: Ch 1, sc 16 and turn.
Row 1: Starting in 2nd chain from Loosely sl st 5 down side edge of
hook, sc 10, turn. (10 sts) Siren light cab wall.
Row 2: Ch 1, sl st 10, turn. With B, make a 4-st adjustable ring.
Row 3: Ch 1, sc 10, turn. Rnd 1: 2 sc in blo of each st around. Begin side wall A
Rows 4–7: Rep rows 2 and 3. (8 sts) Row 1: Sk next st of rnd 6, in blo, sc
Row 8: Sl st 10. Rnd 2: Sc 8. 15 and turn. (15 sts)
Ch 1 and sl st around outside edges Change to C. Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 14
of grille to other side of row 8. Rnd 3: In flo, *sc 1, 2 sc in next st and turn. (16 sts)
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for around; rep from * 3 more times. Row 3: Ch 1, sc 16 and turn.
sewing. (12 sts) Row 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 15
Rnd 4: In blo, sl st 12. and turn. (17 sts)
Headlights (make 2) Fasten off, leaving a long tail for Row 5: Ch 1, sc 17 and turn.
With G, make a 4-st adjustable ring. sewing. Loosely sl st 5 down side edge of
Rnd 1: (Sl st, 1 sc, sl st) in each st side wall A.
around. (12 sts) Dumper
Change to C. With E, loosely ch 8. Begin tail wall
Rnd 2: In blo, sl st 12. Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch and Row 1: Sk next st of rnd 6, sc 12
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for working in back ridge loops, sc 6, sc and turn. (12 sts)
sewing. 4 in next ch. Rotate work so front Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 10, 2
loops of ch are facing up. Starting in sc in next st and turn. (14 sts)
Front bumper next ch, sc 5, sc 3 in next ch. (18 sts) Row 3: Ch 1, sc 14 and turn.
With C, loosely ch 19. Rnd 2: 3 sc in next st, sc 5, 3 sc in Row 4: Ch 1, 2 sc in next st, sc 12, 2
Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook next st, sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc 5, 3 sc in next st and turn. (16 sts)
and working in back ridge loops, sc sc in next st, sc 2. (26 sts) Row 5: Ch 1, sc 16 and turn.
18, turn. (18 sts) Rnd 3: Sc 1, 3 sc in next st, sc 7, 3 Loosely sl st 5 down side edge of
Rows 2–8: Ch 1, sc 18, ch 1, turn. sc in next st, sc 4, 3 sc in next st, sc tail wall.
7, 3 sc in next st, sc 3. (34 sts)

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 Rnd 7: Sc 58 in blo.
Rnds 8–12: Sc 58. On last rnd, work
sc2tog 8 times evenly around. (50
sts)
Rnd 13: *Sc 3, sc2tog; rep from * 9
more times. (40 sts)
Rnd 14: *Sc 2, sc2tog; rep from * 9
more times. (30 sts)
Rnd 15: *Sc 1, sc2tog; rep from * 9
more times. (20 sts)
Rnd 16: Sc2tog 10 times. (10 sts)
Stuff.
Rnd 17: Sc2tog 5 times. (5 sts)
Cut yarn and close hole.

Plow blade
With E, loosely ch 25.
Row 1: Starting in 2nd ch from hook,
sc 24, turn. (24 sts)
Rows 2–4: Ch 1, sc 24, ch 1, turn.
Begin side wall B Rnd 6: Sc 66.
Row 5: Ch 1, sc 11, 2 sc in next 2
Row 1: Sk next st of rnd 6, in blo, sc Fold dumper lip over towards ribbing
sts, sc 11, turn. (26 sts)
15 and turn. (15 sts) detail and sl st rnd 1 and rnd 6 tog
Rows 6–8: Ch 1, sc 26, ch 1, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc 14, 2 sc in next st (working in exposed ridge loops) to
Row 9: Ch 1, sc 12, 2 sc in next 2
and turn. (16 sts) secure dumper lip in place.
sts, sc 12, turn. (28 sts)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc 16 and turn. (16 sts) Rows 10–12: Ch 1, sc 28, ch 1, turn.
Row 4: Ch 1, sc 15, 2 sc in next st Salt Row 13: Ch 1, sc 13, 2 sc in next 2
and turn. (17 sts) With G, loosely ch 8. sts, sc 13, turn. (30 sts)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc 17 and turn. Rnd 1: Starting in 2nd ch and Rows 14–16: Ch 1, sc 30, ch 1, turn.
Loosely sl st 5 down side edge of working in back ridge loops, sc 6, sc Row 17: Ch 1, sc 14, 2 sc in next 2
side wall B, cut yarn and fasten off. 4 in next ch. Rotate work so front sts, sc 14, turn. (32 sts)
loops of ch are facing up. Starting in Rows 18–20: Ch 1, sc 32, ch 1, turn.
Match up and sc side edges of walls next ch, sc 5, sc 3 in next ch. (18 sts) Row 21: Ch 1, sc 15, 2 sc in next 2
tog to form corners of dumper. With Rnd 2: 3 sc in next st, sc 5, 3 sc in sts, sc 15, turn. (34 sts)
E, apply 1 vertical line of sc surface next st, sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc 5, 3 Rows 22–24: Ch 1, sc 34, ch 1, turn.
sts to middle of dumper sides for a sc in next st, sc 2. (26 sts) Row 25: Ch 1, sc 16, 2 sc in next 2
ribbing detail. Rnd 3: Sc 1, 3 sc in next st, sc 7, 3 sts, sc 16, turn. (36 sts)
sc in next st, sc 4, 3 sc in next st, sc Rows 26–28: Ch 1, sc 34, ch 1, turn.
Dumper lip 7, 3 sc in next st, sc 3. (34 sts) Fasten off, leaving a long tail for
Rnd 1: With E and working in sts Rnd 4: Sc 2, 3 sc in next st, sc 9, 3 sewing.
along top edge of dumper, start at sc in next st, sc 6, 3 sc in next st, sc
center of cab wall top edge and, 9, 3 sc in next st, sc 4. (42 sts) Finishing
working in blo, sc 1 in all sts around. Rnd 5: Sc 3, 3 sc in next st, sc 11, 3
sc in next st, sc 8, 3 sc in next st, sc Truck cab
(66 sts)
11, 3 sc in next st, sc 5. (50 sts) Match side pieces of truck cab with
Rnd 2: In flo, sc 66.
Rnd 6: Sc 4, 3 sc in next st, sc 13, 3 center piece, taking care to keep
Rnd 3: Sc 66.
sc in next st, sc 10, 3 sc in next st, exposed ridge loops from rows 11,
Rnds 4-5: In flo, sc 66.
sc 13, 3 sc in next st, sc 6. (58 sts) 18, 26, 24, and 52 facing out. These

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ridge loops will line up with hood,
roof and floor corners of truck cab
side pieces. Sew edges tog and stuff
firmly before closing seam. With
yarn needle and A, apply a running
stitch back and forth between
bottom row of windshield and floor
of cab to define hood shaping.

Sew grille (lines horizontal) to center

of hood. Sew bumper to front of
cab covering bottom edge of grille.
Sew headlights next to top corners
of grille.

With D, work surface sc on truck cab

around side windows, back window,
door, and around just sides and top
of windshield. Stuff and sew siren
light to top of cab.

Truck bed
Sew row 48 to middle 15 sts of row
1, taking care to keep exposed loops
from rows 4, 35, and 28 facing out.
Sew edges of free strips on either
sides of rows 1-3 to open edges of
truck bed. Stuff lightly before closing
seam. Square up shaping by applying
a gentle line of running stitches For back tires: flatten fenders and Plow blade
between top and bottom layers of sew back edges to rounded edges of Fold plow blade in half so long edges
truck bed every 2-3 rows and then wheel well pieces. Sew assembled match up. Sc long edge tog. With
back and forth between 2 long sides. wheel wells to back half of truck bed crochet hook and E, sl st side edges
Sew one short end of truck bed to with bottom of wheel well flush with tog. With yarn needle and C, apply
back of truck cab. bottom edge of truck bed. Sew tires 4-5 evenly spaced vertical lines of
into wheel wells. running stitches through front and
Tires back surfaces of plow, pulling gently
Dumper to curve blade. Fasten off and sew
Sew hubcaps to center of tires.
For front tires: flatten and wrap Place salt inside dumper and secure in ends.
fender around upper half of tire and to bottom of dumper with E.
secure in place. Sew both tire and Place dumper on truck bed with cab With sc edge at bottom and taller
inside edge of fender to sides of wall flush against back of truck cab. edge of blade on passenger side,
hood directly behind bumper. With With yarn needle and E held double, join middle of blade to lower portion
A, draw a few stitches back and whip stitch bottom of tail wall edge of grille (above bumper).
forth through hood between insides to surface of truck bed to create a
of front wheels and pull gently to hinge. Weave in ends. s
square up tires.

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Basic Crochet Instructions

STANDARD YARN WEIGHT SYSTEM
Standards and guidelines for crochet and knitting: categories of yarn, gauge ranges, and recommended needle and hook sizes

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Yarn weight symbol

SUPER SUPER JUMBO,
and category LACE FINE LIGHT MEDIUM BULKY
FINE BULKY ROVING
names
Type of yarns in Fingering 10 Sock, Finger- Sport, Baby DK, Light Worsted, Chunky, Bulky Roving Bulky Roving
category count cro- ing, Baby Worsted Afghan, Aran Craft, Rug
chet thread

Knit gauge range* 33–40** sts 27–32 sts 23–26 sts 21–24 sts 16–20 sts 12–15 sts 6–11 sts 6 sts and
in stockinette stitch fewer
to 4 inches

Recommended 1.5–2.25 mm 2.25–3.25 3.25–3.75 3.75–4.5 mm 4.5–5.5 mm 5.5–8 mm 8 mm and 12.75 mm

needle in metric mm mm larger and larger
size range

Recommended 000 to 1 1 to 3 3 to 5 5 to 7 7 to 9 9 to 11 11 and larger 17 and larger

needle in U.S. size
range

Crochet gauge* 32–42 21–32 sts 16–20 sts 12–17 sts 11–14 sts 8–11 sts 5–9 sts 5 sts and
range in single double fewer
crochet to 4 inches crochets**

Recommended Steel*** 2.25–3.5 mm 3.5–4.5 mm 4.5–5.5 mm 5.5–6.5 mm 6.5–9 mm 9mm and 16 mm and
hook in metric size 1.6–1.4mm larger larger
range regular hook
2.25 mm
Recommended Steel*** 6, B–1 to E–4 E–4 to 7 7 to I–9 I–9 to K–10½ to M–13 and Q and larger
hook in U.S. size 7, 8 K–10½ M–13 larger
range regular hook
B–1

* These are guidelines only: They reflect the most

SKILL LEVELS FOR CROCHETING commonly used gauges and needle or hook sizes for
specific yarn categories.

   Beginner Projects for first-time crocheters using basic ** Lace weight yarns are usually knitted or crocheted
on larger needles and hooks to create lacy, openwork
stitches. Minimal shaping. patterns. Accordingly, a gauge range is difficult to
   Easy Projects using yarn with basic stitches, repetitive stitch determine. Always follow the gauge stated in your
patterns, simple color changes, and simple shaping and pattern.
finishing. *** Steel crochet hooks are sized differently from
   Intermediate Projects using a variety of techniques, such as regular hooks — the higher the number, the smaller
the hook, which is the reverse of regular hook sizing.
basic lace patterns or color patterns, mid-level shaping, and
finishing. A Standard & Guidelines booklet from the Craft Yarn
Council of America is available at www.craftyarn-
   Experienced Projects with intricate stitch patterns, council.com/standards.html. Click on the “Download-
techniques, and dimension, such as non-repeating patterns, able Guidelines PDF” link on the left side of the page.
multi-color techniques, fine threads, small hooks, detailed
shaping, and refined finishing.

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ABBREVIATIONS
alt • alternate fl/flo • front loop only (insert rep • repeat
beg • beginning hook under front loop only) rnd • round
bet • between foll • following RS • right side
bl/blo • back loop only (i.e. insert FPdc • front post double crochet sc • single crochet
hook under back loop only) gp(s) or gr(s) • group(s) sc2tog • work 2 sc together
BPdc • back post double crochet hk • hook sk • skip
ch(s) • chain stitch(es) hdc • half double crochet sl st • slip st
ch sp(s) • chain space(s) hdc2tog • work 2 hdc together sp(s) • space(s)
cl (s) • clusters inc • increase st(s) • stitch(es)
cm • centimeters in • inch(es) t-ch(s) • turning chain(s)
cont • continue lp(s) • loop(s) tog • together
dc • double crochet nc • not closed tr • treble
dc2tog • work 2 dc together mm • millimeter(s) tr2tog • work 2 tr together
dec • decrease patt • pattern WS • wrong side
dtr • double treble crochet pm • place marker yo/yoh • yarn over hook
dtr2tog • work 2 dtr together prev • previous
ea • each rem • remaining

WORKING PATTERNS… CHARTS KEY GETTING STARTED…

Turn a row Slip stitch The slip knot
At the end of a row, when you turn Slip stitch - back loop
the work to begin the next row, you Chain
need to complete a turning chain
(t-ch) to get to the right height of Single crochet
the stitch you’re working, as demon- Half double crochet
strated on the dc. This chain counts
as the first stitch in the row and each Double crochet
1
technique, depending on its height, Treble crochet Step 1: Make a loop in the yarn.
uses a different number of chains at
the start of the row. Double treble crochet
sc = 1 t-ch hdc = 2 t-ch dc = 3 t-ch Worked in front loop
Worked in back loop
Measuring gauge
Before starting on a project, it’s
advisable that you do a gauge swatch
to ensure that you’re crocheting at
the right tension. This enables you to
2
correct any deviances from the working
Step 2: With your crochet hook, catch
pattern before you begin, ensuring
the ball working end of the yarn and
your project is the correct size. The
draw through loop.
swatch should be just over 4"(10cm)
square. If the tension is wrong, you
must re-work the swatch with larger
or smaller hooks until you obtain the
correct gauge. Measure out 4"(10cm) Slip stitch (sl st)
along a row and place markers. Slip stitch is used to join one stitch
Measure out 4"(10cm) down the rows to another or to join a stitch to
and place markers. Use these two sets another point. It’s usually made by
of markers to count how many stitches picking up two strands of a stitch.
and rows there are to 4"(10cm),
and compare to the pattern’s gauge Insert the hook into the back loop
swatch. You may wish to take a few
measurements in this way to create an
of the next stitch and pass yarn
over hook, as in chain stitch. Then 3
average. Before starting a project, do a draw yarn through both loops on
stitch and repeat to end. Step 3: Pull firmly on yarn and hook to
tension swatch.
tighten knot and create first loop.

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Making a chain Single crochet (sc): The most basic crochet stitch Half Double crochet
Step 1: Skip 2 ch and in- (hdc): The second
1 sert hook, front to back
into next stitch, under
essential crochet stitch
top loop of next ch. Yarn
over hook (yo).

Step 2: Pull loop through

to front, two loops on
hook.

Step 3: Yo.
Step 1: To make a chain,
hold the tail end of the yarn Step 4: Draw through both loops to complete the single
and bring the yarn over the
hook by passing the hook in
crochet. 1
front of the yarn, under and Step 5: Work one sc into every ch to end. For next row,
around it. turn your work and chain 1, called a turning chain. Skip
stitch at the base of the turning chain, then work a sc
2 under both top loops of next st. When working any
stitch in crochet, you must work through both loops
of each stitch, unless the pattern calls for just working
through either the front or back loop of next stitch. Work Step 1: Yo, insert hook in
one sc into each stitch to end of row. Repeat this row for next stitch, from front to
sc fabric (shown at right). back, and pull the loop
through just the chain stitch.

1 2 2
Step 2: Keeping the yarn
taut, draw the hook and
yarn through the loop on
the hook. Pull it through.
Step 2: This creates three
3 loops on the hook.

3 4
Step 3: Ensuring the stitches
are fairly loose, repeat to
4
make the number of chains
required.
To count the stitches, use the
right side of the chain, or the
one that has more visible and
less twisted “V” shapes. Each Steps 3 and 4: Yo, as for
dc, but draw yarn through
“V” is one chain. Remember
three remaining loops on
to count the slip knot as the
hook together to complete
first stitch, but do not count half double. Repeat the hdc
the loop on the hook. along the row for hdc fabric.

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Double crochet (dc): A taller crochet stitch

1 2 3

Step 1: Yo. Step 2: Insert hook in next Step 3: Three loops on hook.
stitch, from front to back. Yo
and pull the loop through
just the chain stitch.

4 5 6 7

Step 4: Yo and draw the Step 5: Two loops on hook. Step 6: Yo. Step 7: Draw through remain-
loop through the first two ing two loops to complete
loops only. double crochet. Repeat this
along the row for dc fabric.

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