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Showing posts with label instructions. Show all posts

Thursday, October 31, 2013

Pattern for Leaf With Stem


Crochet Leaf




any size hook, any yarn... Ch 12

sc in 2nd ch from hook.

hdc in next st.

2 dc in next st.

tr in next st.

2 tr in next st.

tr in next stitch. 

dc in next 2 sts. 

hdc in next 2 sts.

sc & sl st in next (last) st.  

Work the stem: ch 4, sl st back over 3 ch, & into back side of that last st.

sc into the same st on the backside.

hdc in next 2 sts.

dc in next 2 sts.

tr in next st.

2 tr in next st.

tr in next st.

2 dc in next st.

hdc in next st.

sc in last st.

ch 1 & join with sl st into 1st sc created.

Fasten off… leaving a long tail to attach to project.

© Copyright 2011-13, Donna Bishop. All Rights Reserved. 

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Another Easy Knit Infant Beanie... Ribbed

Easy Knit Ribbed Newborn Beanie


Materials: 4 ply washable yarn and size 6 or 8 needles.
Cast on 66 stitches. P1 for 1".  In stockinette (k1, p1), knit until length is about 6".

Cut yarn (leave a 14" tail of yarn).  Run threaded needle through remaining stitches on knitting needle, while removing knitting needle.  Pull to draw closed.  Sew side seam, or crochet with slip stitch.  Add pompom or other decor to top if desired.

Weave in ends.


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Sunday, May 20, 2012

Finishing a Beanie: Weaving in the beginning yarn tail.

How to finish a beanie: weaving in the yarn tail at the beginning of the beanie.



At the top (beginning) of the beanie, thread the yarn tail into the needle.  Insert the needle in a counterclockwise direction, placing the needle between the inner and outer stitches, so that it is invisible, both inside and outside. 



Work between about 5 or 6 stitches at a time, working your way around the circle (counterclockwise).  Notice how the circle closes as you proceed.  When it feels secure, you are done!  Cut the yarn close to the beanie. 




The finished product!  This will insure survival from handling and washing.

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Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Foundation... NO chain

Here's a great site with descriptive diagrams of how to create a foundation chain of single crochet.  Great when creating something like a scarf lengthwise, where you don't want a chain foundation that might tug and pull too much.   http://snuffykin.livejournal.com/43642.html



Sunday, January 29, 2012

Hat (beanie) Toppers, Decor, Extras


Twirlies (curly-q) topper
Chain 10-15 (not too tight), leaving a 10" tail. *Work 3 sc in 1st chain from hook. Work 4 sc in each of the next 9-14 chains. Slip stitch in last chain (do not finish off).
Chain 10-15. Repeat from * above, slip stitching into 1st chain of 1st twirlie. This makes 2nd twirly. Repeat to create a 3rd twirlie. Finish off, leaving a 10" tail.
To attach: Take the 2 tails, tie them in a square knot (knot twice, left over right and pull, right over left and pull). Attach to your hat using a yarn needle. Thread 1 tail through top of hat, then thread the other tail through the top of the hat across from each other (not through the same hole). From inside the hat, weave in ends.

Flowers topper
Chain 10 (first chain is "starter" chain), leaving a 10" tail.
1st Flower:Slip stitch in 4th chain from hook to create a loop. Chain 1, slip stitch in loop, *3 DC, slip stitch in loop. Repeat from *, 3 times. Slip stitch back down the chain to the "starter" chain.
2nd Flower: Chain 10. Slip stitch in 4th chain from hook to create a loop. Chain 1, slip stitch in loop, *3 DC, slip stitch in loop. Repeat from *, 3 times. Slip stitch back down the chain, slip stitch in "starter" chain.
Repeat 2nd flower directions for 3 or more flowers. Finish off, leaving a 10" tail.
To attach: Take the 2 tails, tie them in a square knot (knot twice, left over right and pull, right over left and pull). Attach to your hat using a yarn needle. Thread 1 tail through top of hat, then thread the other tail through the top of the hat across from each other (not through the same hole). From inside the hat, weave in ends.

Pom-Pom
1. Cut two cardboard circles the size you wish the finished pompom to be, then cut a small hole about the size of a dime in the center of each one.
2. Measure off approximately 6 strands of yarn, 2 yards long; hold the two cardboard discs together in your left hand and wind the strands of yarn through the hole and around the rim as shown below. The quantity of yarn used will determine the fullness of the pompom.
3. Insert sharp scissors carefully between the two cardboard discs and cut the yarn all around.
4. Separate the discs slightly, take a strand of yarn 12 inches long and wind around the cut strands (between the discs) twice and tie tightly.
5. Remove the discs and trim any stray ends.
Tassel
To make a tassel, cut a piece of cardboard 1/2" longer than you want the tassel to be. Wrap the yarn around the cardboard until it's a full as you like (remember that you see only half the tassel on one side of the cardboard; it'll be twice as thick when you're finished).
Thread a piece of yarn (at least 6" long) between the cardboard and the loops and tie a knot. This will be the hanging thread for the tassel. Slip the loops off the cardboard carefully.
Now you need to bind the tassel at the top, just below the hanging loop. A simple way to do this is to wrap the yarn around and then thread each end in a needle and "bury" it. After completing the winding, cut the other end of the loops and trim the ends so they're even. You're done! Consider the addition of beads and other items.

Loose pom-pom
wrap yarn around your 4 fingers a number of times. cut a piece of yarn about 12", and bring it up though space between ring and middle fingers, and wrap and knot around center of yarn. Pull off wrapped yarn and cut rounded ends. shake pom pom to get the loose look.

Simple chained flower
Use any size hook, any yarn… depends on size desired.
Leaving a tail of yarn, Ch 6.
Sl st in 6th ch from hook. This forms one petal.
Repeat 4 more times (for total of 5 petals).
Fasten off, leaving a long tail, and stitch tails securely through back of flower, inconspicuously. Long tails make attaching flower to item possible.

Crochet 5-Petal Flower Pattern
any hook, any yarn
Rnd 1: Ch 5, join into a ring w/sl st in 1st ch.
Rnd 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), work 9dc in ring, join to top of ch w/ sl st-- 10 sts.
Rnd 3: **Ch 2, work 3dc in next st, ch 2 sl st in next st** five times. Fasten off.

Crochet Small Cluster Petal flower
1st Rnd: Ch 1. 12 sc in ring. Join with sl st to first sc.
2nd Rnd: Ch 1. 1 sc in same sp. *Ch 2; 1 cluster in next sc. Ch 2. 1 sc in next sc. Rep from * around, ending with 1 cluster in last sc. Ch 2. Join with sl st to first sc.
Fasten off. (Cluster = Yoh and draw up a loop. *Yoh and draw through 2 loops on hook* 3 times in next sp or st. Yoh and draw through all loops on hook)

Knit Rose
Cast on 6 Stitches
Row 1: Knit into the front and back of each stitch
Row 2: Knit across
Row 3: Knit into the front and back of each stitch
Row 4: Knit across
Row 5: Knit into the front and back of each stitch
Row 6: Knit across
Bind off all stitches.
Shape into rose and stitch.
Crochet Daisy
---with brown or green, ch 5. sl st in first ch to form a circle.
---ch 1, work 10 sc into the loop. sl st in top of ch-1 to join. Clip yarn.
---with white or yellow, * sl st in top of next st. ch-9, sl st in top of same st.
---repeat from * around. sl st in top of first st to join. clip yarn.
---weave in all ends.

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Monday, October 3, 2011

Santa Infant Hat to Crochet








Materials:
small amount of 4-ply worsted yarn, in red and white;
for 12” head circumference, use K hook;
for 16" head circumference, use N hook


RED yarn: ch 4, join w/ sl st for circle, or magic ring
R1: ch1, 8 sc in circle; join (8)
R2: ch1, 1 sc in each st; join (8)
R3: ch2, 2 dc in 1st st,1 dc in each of next 4 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 2 st; join (10)
R4: ch2, 2 dc in 1st st,1 dc in each of next 5 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 3 st; join (12)
R5: ch2, 2 dc in 1st st,1 dc in each of next 6 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 4 st; join (14)
R6: ch2, 2 dc in 1st st,1 dc in each of next 7 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 5 st; join (16)
R7: ch2, 2 dc in 1st st,1 dc in each of next 8 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 6 st; join (18)
R8: ch2, 2 dc in 1st st,1 dc in each of next 9 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 7 st; join (20)
R9: ch2, 2 dc in 1st st,1 dc in each of next 6 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 6 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 5 st; join (23)
R10: ch2, 2 dc in 1st st,1 dc in each of next 5 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 5 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 5 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 4 st; join (27)
R11: ch2, 2 dc in 1st st,1 dc in each of next 6 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 6 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 6 st, 2 dc in next st, 1 dc in next 5 st; join (31)

R12-15: ch2, 1 dc in each stitch; join (31) finish. weave in end.

BRIM: attach white yarn and crochet 2 rows of dc OR 3 rows of fpdc, joining, weaving in ends.

POM-POM: create pom-pom; after weaving in yarn tail inside top of hat, weave in tails of pom-pom to secure! (pom-pom size is approximately 1.5" or larger)


© Copyright 2009-2013, Donna Bishop. All Rights Reserved. created for Holy Needles, Tucson AZ

Friday, September 30, 2011

Holy Needles’ Crochet Booties in the Round

These booties are crocheted in the round, are very easy to make, and require no sewing of seams! Enjoy creating these beautiful booties for a newborn, or adapt for larger sizes.

Materials: G, H, or I hook, and soft worsted yarn, such as simply soft.
The length of a newborn’s foot is 3 – 3.5 inches. Everyone’s tension is different, and hook size and yarn type all make a difference. When in doubt, rip it out!


Bootie:

Ch 4, join. Wrap yarn tail around circle so it can be pulled later (to close hole).

R1: ch 2, 7 dc into circle. Sl st into 1st dc. (7)

R2: ch 2, 1 dc in same st; 2 dc in each st around. Join with sl st into 1st dc. (15)


R3-5: ch 2, 1 dc into same st, dc into each dc. Join with sl st into 1st dc. (15)

R6: ch 2, dc into next 12 st, leaving last 3 sts undone. Ch 2, turn. (12)

R7: dc into each st. ch 2, turn. (12)


R8: dc in each st. (12)


With right sides together, sl st back seam. Pull long loop along seam (or you can sl st 1/2 way up the back to decrease loop length, and decrease tension). Remove hook and turn bootie right side out.


Cuff:  Insert hook into top of bootie just to left of back seam.
R1: ch 2, work 16 dc evenly around top edge. Join with sl st into 1st dc. (16)
R2: ch 2, dc in each st around. (16)


Edging: ch 1 and sc in each st. Join with sl st. (or use any stitches you desire!) Fasten off and securely weave in ends. Do NOT knot your work… weave back and forth inconspicuously instead.

Optional: ch 70 to make ‘shoelace’ to weave in and out of the first cuff row created.

© Copyright 2011, Donna Bishop. All Rights Reserved. Created for Holy Needles, Tucson AZ


***Some changes were made to this pattern in 2012, to make it easier.  See http://holyneedles.blogspot.com/2012/05/holy-needles-crochet-booties-in-round.html


Creating a Crocheted Border on Fleece

Start by inserting hook into fleece, a few inches to the side of a corner.  Grab yarn with your hook, and pull through, leaving a 6" tail. Make a single crochet. Chain 1, then insert hook into next hole, continuing to make a single crochet stitch.


Repeat all around fleece single crochet, chain 1.  In the corners, create 3 single crochet stitches (NO chain inbetween).  When you finish, you will use a tapestry needle to weave in your ends, back and forth nicely.  The original tail will initially finish the V stitch visualized on the back of the fleece, then you can weave.  NEVER use knots... ALWAYS leave tails & WEAVE!


Again... NEVER use knots... ALWAYS leave tails and WEAVE!

Copyright 2010 by Donna Bishop... all rights reserved.

Using the Skip-Stitch Blade to Create Blanket Borders...

This is a great tool for putting holes into fleece edge, to be able to crochet a border.  The tool is a blade for a 45mm rotary cutter. 

It's called a skip stitch blade.  check it out at http://www.skipstitch.com/products.htm



Also, check out a You Tube video on using this blade.  It's not done quite the way we do it... we put holes 3/8" - 1/2" from the edge.  Also, place the clear straight edge over the edge of the fleece, so that you can use the measurements on the straight edge as your guide. (Maybe someday we'll create a video!)

Thursday, September 1, 2011

Holy Needles' Beanie Crochet Pattern

Newborn Infant Baby Beanie Hat

This baby beanie pattern was created specifically for charitable giving.  It is quick, easy, and can be made simply, or you can make some changes and adjustments and add decor to create a different look.  You can even take this pattern and expand upon it to size it for children and adults. Find head size chart info on this website, and a variety of embellishments and edgings.  Be creative!


***Newborn size = 6” width, 6” height***
MATERIALS:

3 or 4 ply soft acrylic yarn
I, J or K crochet hook (depends on size desired, thickness of yarn, and tension)

DIRECTIONS:


ch 4 or 5; sl st to form ring. Wrap yarn tail around circle so it can be pulled later (to close hole), or make magic ring.


ROUND 1: ch 2; 15 dc in ring. Join with sl st into the top of the first dc (to complete the round) (15 total)


ROUND 2: ch 2; 1 dc in same space as ch 2; 2 dc in each st around. Join with sl st into the top of the first dc (to complete the round) (31 total)


ROUND 3: ch 2; *1 dc in next 4 st, 2 dc in 5th st. Repeat from *. Join with sl st into the top of the first dc (to complete the round) (37 total)


ROUNDS 4 – 9 (or more… until 6” length/width. Or add 2 more inches to length for brim): ch 2; 1 dc in same space as ch 2; 1 dc in each st around, joining each round with a sl st into the first dc.


Fasten off; securely weave in ends. Do NOT knot your work… weave back & forth inconspicuously instead.

(about crocheting in rounds: each round begins with chains that equal the height of the row (1 ch = sc and hdc; 2 ch = dc), and ends by joining the last stitch with a sl st into the top of the first dc, to create a round)

Use your discretion when creating this beanie. Adjust your stitches accordingly, to create a beanie that fits a newborn… (laid flat) 6 inches wide by 6 inches high (to fit 12-14” head). Everyone’s tension is different, and hook size and yarn type all make a difference. When in doubt, rip it out!

trio of twisties (décor for top of beanie)


Leaving a 10” tail, chain 10 (not too tight). Work 3 sc or dc in 2nd chain from hook. Work 4 sc or dc in each of the next 7 chains. Slip stitch in last chain (do not finish off).


Continue to *Chain 10. Work 3 sc or dc in 2nd chain from hook. Work 4 sc or dc in each of the next 7 chains. Slip stitch in the last chain. Repeat from *1 or more time.


Finish off, leaving a 10” tail.
To attach: Take the 3 twistie tails, and attach to your hat using a yarn needle. Thread 1 tail through top of hat, then thread the other tail through the top of the hat close to the other but not through the same hole. From inside the hat, tie in a square knot twice and weave in ends.

© Copyright 2009-2013, Donna Bishop. All Rights Reserved. Created for Holy Needles, Tucson AZ



Thursday, July 21, 2011

Edging Fleece with Crochet

Fleece Blanket using Skip-Stitch blade to crochet edge




Easy-to-follow instructions for making a blanket using a Skip-Stitch blade (blade available at http://skipstitch.com/ )






  1. Place fleece on self-healing cutting mat.  Cut fleece into size desired, removing selvages (if necessary). (Rounding corners is optional... use plate or container cover to create rounded corner). 
  2. Position see-through ruler over 1/2" - 3/4" edge of fleece.
  3. Using a 45mm rotary cutter with the Skip-Stitch blade installed, run cutter along edge of ruler with enough pressure to perforate the fleece.
  4. Reposition ruler to continue cutting. Place a blade tooth in the last perforation in the fleece, and continue cutting.
  5. With right side facing you, just to the left of a corner, start edging the fleece by putting your hook (size H is favorable) through a hole, from the front, picking up the yarn from the back.  Pull through and continue to work a single crochet.  Chain 1. Continue single crochet, chain 1 around the fleece, completing the round with a slip stitch atop beginning stitch. (Work 3 single crochet stitches in each corner if you did not round the corners).
  6. Options: crochet only this initial row, add another row of single crochet, or try anything creative!

Scallop pattern: work this into the foundation row, or after a second row of single crochet, or try something different!
  1. From the front side of your project, slip-stitch into the foundation row.
  2. Skip a stitch and work 3 double crochet stitches in the next stitch .(or 3 hdc)
  3. Skip a stitch and slip stitch into next stitch.  Continue around, finishing the row with a slip stitch into the original slip stitch. (compromise as needed for a neat finish).
  4. Finish by weaving in ends. NO KNOTS!
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Thursday, April 21, 2011

Terry's Crochet Booties... Fast & Easy!

Terry’s Crochet Booties






Newborn booties are 3 – 3 ½ inches long.

Use yarn and hook necessary to obtain size. Suggest 4-ply soft worsted yarn, and H hook.

Chain 22 stitches.

First row: sc starting in second stitch from hook in back loop only to create a ridge. At the end of the row, chain 2, then turn.

Round 1: dc across. At end of row, chain 2, then turn.

Round 2: dc across. DO NOT chain 2 at end of row.

Round 3: slip stitch first 4 stitches, then chain 2 and dc across, leaving last four stitches to match other end of round 3. At end of row, chain 2, then turn.

Round 4: You can hdc across or use the shell pattern. There are enough stitches to make 3 shells, skipping a stitch in-between shell and slipped stitch.

To finish, fold in half with the starting yarn on right. Cut off a portion of yarn, and slip stitch bootie together. You can finish with yarn to make a bow. Bootie top can be folded down, or you can leave it up.

© Copyright 2011, Terry Boyle. All Rights Reserved. Created for Holy Needles, Tucson AZ


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Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Applying Wrights Blanket Binding...

http://www.wrights.com/wrights/class/sewing/blanketbinding/blanketbinding.htm



Applying Blanket Binding

Wrights®Blanket Binding has woven edges. That means there is no need to use a zig zag stitch when applying it. Additionally, when washed and dried it will not fray nor loose it's luster.

The thickness of blanket may cause binding to pucker. This can be reduced by loosening stitch tension.

Blanket binding is folded slightly off center for ease of use. Place narrow side up when applying.


What's Great About Blanket Binding?


  • It's woven edges won't fray  
  • It's completely washable and dryable  
  • It's folded to make using it extra easy  
  • It's 100% polyester for a beautiful luster

To Apply:

1.With narrow side up, fold blanket binding over edge of fabric, pin in place and stitch as close to the woven edge of the blanket binding as possible.

2. To bind around a corner,sew blanket binding to corner of fabric, as shown. Stop at corner, remove from sewing machine, and clip threads. DO NOT CUT BLANKET BINDING.

3.Fold blanket binding around corner so that a neatly mitered pleat is formed on the top and bottom at the corner and pin.
 
4. Place fabric under pressure foot at the mitered pleat and begin to sew, making sure to backtack at the mitered pleat.

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Crochet Infant Ruffle Hat



SIZE: fits 13" - 16" head
Worsted weight or sport weight yarn
Size I crochet hook
GAUGE: 8 dc = 2"

Ch4. Join with slst to form ring.
Rnd I: ch 2, 11 dc in ring. Slst into beg ch 2
Rnd 2: Sc in joining, 2 sc in each dc around; join with sl st in beg sc.
Rnd 3: Ch 2, 2 dc in next sc; *dc in next sc, 2 dc in next sc; rep from *; join with slst in beg ch 3.
Rnd 4: Ch 2, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc; *dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc; rep from *; join with slst in beg ch 3.
Rnd 5: Ch 2, dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc; *dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc; rep from *; join with slst in beg ch 2.
Rnd 6: Ch 1, 2 sc in joining; working in back loops only, sc in each dc around, join in beg sc.
Rnd 7: Ch 3 (counts as a dc and ch 1 sp), skip next sc, dc in next sc; *ch 1, skip next sc, dc in next sc; rep from *, ending ch 1, join beg ch 1.
Rnd 8-11: Ch 3, dc in next dc; *ch 1, dc in next dc; rep from * around, join.
Rnd 12(ruffle): Ch 2, 2 dc in joining; work 3 dc in each ch 1 sp, and in each dc around; join, weave in ends.


© Copyright 2009, Donna Bishop. All Rights Reserved. created for Holy Needles, Tucson AZ