Cozy Blanket Blessings

I don't often make afghan's or blankets! I tend to get bored or lose interest in large projects. Would you believe I've made two in the past month! I really enjoyed making both of these and I knew I had to share the links with you all. You'll want to add these to your to-make crochet lists! 

This first one was so fun and I loved the colors that were requested. 

This is the Circle Chevron Baby Blanket as I call it. 

You can find the free pattern on Ravelry

Rainbow Ripple Baby Blanket

While I followed the pattern for rounds and stitch counts I followed a picture example a friend of my hubby's sent me for the color changes. I had the perfect colors on hand which is always great! 

I used Hobby Lobby's I Love This Yarn in

Ocean, Black & White

This ended up being a little bigger than I expected as it's about 54 inches across. It's going to be a great blanket and treasured! I'll would love to make more of these! Could be a great stash buster.  It took me a good few days to make but once you get the hang of the pattern it goes pretty quickly as long as you don't lose count. 

The 2nd Blanket I made is a Free pattern by Mama in a Stitch called the 

Mod Heirloom Crochet Blanket

A friend of mine asked if I would like to make it for her! 

I gladly accepted the challenge. I have to say I really enjoyed making this. I love the Granite stitch, (Some times called the moss stitch) it's been a popular stitch pattern lately with all the planned pooling talk. I have to say though making a blanket with mostly sc crochet stitches seemed awful LOL! I used Hobby Lobby's I Love This Yarn in Ivory and Gray Mist. My saving grace was that I could use two strands at a time to make it bulky. I still used the J-Hook and the gauge was spot on for me as long as I didn't crochet too tight. 

I would have never thought to use these two colors together. 

They are so clean, crisp and fresh together. 

The blanket isn't to heavy and yet thick enough that it is going to make a great cozy blanket by the fire for the winter! 

This was a great project for my little vacation to Colorado. I worked on it little by little and had it done in a week. 

Maybe my fear of big projects is fading because I really want to make another blanket! I don't usually sell them because between time and materials they can become expensive fast but I'm happy to get a fair quote if you are ever interested in a custom order for them! Now I have to get to working on Christmas Presents! I have a feeling this month is going to go by fast! 

What are some of your favorite blanket/afghan patterns! Feel free to comment below or share a link or picture on my facebook page anytime! 

Parker Pom Hat : Free Crochet Pattern

I've been visiting family in Parker, Colorado for the Thanksgiving Holiday! I was finishing this new hat design and on Tuesday it began to snow. It was the perfect time to grab up some pics and have fun. This hat is perfect for this type of weather. It's got a fun cluster stitch and double thick band to keep it fluffy, cozy and warm in the cooler weather. The hat is inspired by the City and Snow! 

A video posted by Elisabeth Spivey (@calleighsclips) on Nov 22, 2016 at 7:38am PST

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Parker Pom Hat

Yarn : Worsted Weight Yarn of Choice 

Samples I used Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn and Vanna’s Choice 

Hook : H-(5.00mm)

Tapestry Needle

Terms and Stitches:

ch - chain

sc - single crochet

blog - back loop

YO - yarn over

st - stitch

sl - slip

Video to help with Round 2 ( all Sizes)

Child size 
Approx. 18-20 inches / 8.5 inches tall 

Ribbing:

Row 1: ch 15, (working in BLO only) sc in 2nd ch from the hook and each ch across, ch 1, turn (14) 

Row 2: sc in blo of each st across, ch 1, turn (14)

Row 3-60: Repeat Row 2

*Match up Row 1 and Row 60, sl st together in blo of each st across to join, ch 1 

*Do Not Fasten off!

Body of Hat:

Make sure right side is facing.

Round 1: working along the ends of the rows, sc in each row around, join with a sl st to 1st sc, ch 1 (60)

Round 2: sc in 1st st, *pull up a loop in same st as last st made and in next 2 sts, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook, ch 1 (NOTE: work ch 1’s loosely through out the pattern as you’ll be working into it on the next round), repeat from * around, sc in last st, join with a sl st to 1st sc, TURN

Round 3-16 : Rep round 2

Fasten off but leave a long tail to close the top of the hat. 

Whip Stitch around the hat evenly around. Pull the top of the hat closed. Weave in the end until the top is closed tight. Weave in all ends. 

Optional : Make a Pom Pom as desired and sew it to the top of the hat

Youth 
Approx: 20-22 inches / 9 inches tall 

Ribbing:

Row 1: ch 15, (working in BLO only) sc in 2nd ch from the hook and each ch across, ch 1, turn (14) 

Row 2: sc in blo of each st across, ch 1, turn (14)

Row 3-66: Repeat Row 2

*Match up Row 1 and Row 66, sl st together in blo of each st across to join, ch 1 

*Do Not Fasten off!

Body of Hat:

Make sure right side is facing.

Round 1: working along the ends of the rows, sc in each row around, join with a sl st to 1st sc, ch 1 (66)

Round 2: sc in 1st st, *pull up a loop in same st as last st made and in next 2 sts, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook, ch 1 (NOTE: work ch 1’s loosely through out the pattern as you’ll be working into it on the next round), repeat from * around, sc in last st, join with a sl st to 1st sc, TURN

Round 3-18 : Rep round 2

Fasten off but leave a long tail to close the top of the hat. 

Whip Stitch around the hat evenly around. Pull the top of the hat closed. Weave in the end until the top is closed tight. Weave in all Ends

Optional : Make a Pom Pom as desired and sew it to the top of the hat

Adult 
Approx.  21-23 inches / 10 inches tall

Ribbing:

Row 1: ch 15, (working in BLO only) sc in 2nd ch from the hook and each ch across, ch 1, turn (14) 

Row 2: sc in blo of each st across, ch 1, turn (14)

Row 3-76: Repeat Row 2

*Match up Row 1 and Row 76, sl st together in blo of each st across to join, ch 1 

*Do Not Fasten off!

Body of Hat:

Make sure right side is facing.

Round 1: working along the ends of the rows, sc in each row around, join with a sl st to 1st sc, ch 1 (76)

Round 2: sc in 1st st, *pull up a loop in same st as last st made and in next 2 sts, YO and draw through all 4 loops on hook, ch 1 (NOTE: work ch 1’s loosely through out the pattern as you’ll be working into it on the next round), repeat from * around, sc in last st, join with a sl st to 1st sc, TURN 

Round 3-20 : Rep round 2

Fasten off but leave a long tail to close the top of the hat. 

Whip Stitch around the hat evenly around. Pull the top of the hat closed. Weave in the end until the top is closed tight. Weave in all ends. 

Optional : Make a Pom Pom as desired and sew it to the top of the hat

Cousins showing off their Parker Pom Hats! 

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Book Review : Bountiful Wonders

Happy Thanksgiving! While Crocheting and Knitting are some of my favorite things to do all the time. Sometimes I need a little brain break as my kids say! My Hubby got me hooked on Adult coloring books. We both love to color. Honestly I think he loves to more than I do. We're always finding fun books. I was so excited when Leisure Arts asked me to review this fantastic Fall Themed color book : Bountiful Wonders!



Maybe you have friends and family coming for the Holidays! I love to have these on hand with some colored pencils and markers for people to color sitting out on the coffee table. These are easy to share as there are 24 unique designs with perforated, one sided papers.  This book is full of Fall Festive Photos! Pumpkins, Thanksgiving, Owls and more! You can see the sample pages at the link to the book below.

My hubby Colored this one! 

I colored this one over the course of a few days! 

I really enjoy that the books offers coloring tips.

*Colors that go well together

*How to use the color wheel. 

*How to Shade

So Grab up this great Color book and be sure to check out all the other books they have too! They make great gifts for everyone! 

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Book Review : Ice Box Crochet

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however the review is my honest, un-biased opinion. 

Oh my goodness! I can't even contain the cuteness in Ice Box Crochet. I love "Ami" crochet and this book has over 45 food items and so much more. If you have a little girls or boys like me who loves to play with dolls or make believe and needs play food. This is the book for you! I've already made 4 items out of the book and my kids are begging for the mini refrigerator and more.  I plan to surprise them with more goodies for Christmas. 

Ice Box Crochet patterns were designed by Wai Yee Ng. 

The book is broken down into 9 sections

1. Bread and Condiments

2. Dairy

3. Drinks

4. Fruit

5. Meals

6. Meats

7. Sweets

8. Vegetables

9. Dishes

The book over all is colorful and fun. My kids just enjoyed looking through it and planning meals for mom to make! 

They want to learn more how to crochet soon! My son can chain and single crochet rows and he was ready to jump into the book and make food. I bet with a little practice these could be fun beginner projects. 

I didn't want to just skim through the book and tell you what I thought. I wanted to make a little something! With Thanksgiving coming up I thought what better than to start with a turkey! I love the simple shaping and little details the patterns have. Not to much details making it difficult but just enough to make it adorable and look almost like the real thing. 

Next, I picked out a carrot and corn cob. Of course they needed a tray to go on! 
(all patterns from the book) 

Now the Dolls are ready for Thanksgiving. Although I think they need at a dessert. 

The patterns are written very clearly and when I did have questions (which were very minor) they were answered in the back of the book with diagrams, pictures and general instructions.

Ice Box Crochet is amazing if you have a lot of scrap yarn around. The book includes a discussion of what types of yarn to use and what to expect for sizing. I did all my samples in worsted weight yarn, but you can use yarn as small as lace weight up to a chunky yarn with hook of choice for the size you want. Make a tiny donut or a gigantic starfruit! The possibilities are endless.

I enjoyed also that some of the chosen food items aren't maybe what you would expect. The fruits, vegetables and desserts are unique for a very wide variety of choices. There is even sushi!  I can't wait to make more items from these patterns very soon. I know you will love it too! 

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Enchanting Elf Hat : Free Crochet Pattern

Christmas is just around the corner. I'd recently made this fun Lil' Goblin Hat, but just missed Halloween time frame to post the pattern. So, before it was to late I thought how perfect would it be to turn it into a Elf Hat for the Holidays! I'm just in love with it! I hope you like it too! Enjoy! 

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Enchanting Elf Hat 

size Nb - 2 mo (13-14 inches) 

Measures 7 inches across by 5 inches long (rows10-30, excluding pixie tip)

Materials: 

Worsted Weight Yarn (red, green and cream) 

I used 1 Skein Each: 

Lionbrand Heartland in Colorways : Redwood, Joshua Tree, & Acadia

H-Hook : 5mm

Tapestry Needle 

Scissors 

Gauge: 8 sc in 9 rows = 2 x 2 in square

Stitches Used: 

ch: chain

sl: slip  

st: stitch

sc: single crochet

rem: remaining 

sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together

Notes:

*Join each round with a sl st to 1st stitch of the round

*Chain stitch at beginning of the row is NOT counted in stitch count.

*For Stripes change colors every 3 rounds.

Starting with Red (Redwood) 

Round 1: ch 2, in the 2nd ch from the hook work 6 sc, join with a sl st (6) 

Round 2: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (6)

Rounds 3-6: Repeat Round 2 

Round 7: ch 1,*(2 sc in the next st, sc in next st) rep from * around,  join (9)

Round 8: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (9)

Round 9: Repeat Round 8

Round 10: ch 1, 2 sc in 1st st, sc in rem sts around, join (10) 

Round 11: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (10)

Round 12: ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, join (20)

Round 13: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (20)

Round 14: ch 1, *(2 sc in next st, sc in next st) rep from * around,  join (30)

Round 15: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (30)

Round 16: ch 1, *(2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts) rep from * around, join (40)

Round 17: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (40)

Round 18: ch 1, *(2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts) rep from * around, join (50)

Round 19: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (50)

Rounds 20-30:  Rep Round 19

Fasten off Weave in Ends 

Earflaps

Right Earflap: 

Row 1: from the last st made of round 30, count over 9 sts to the left, join with a sl st in that 9th st, sc in same st as join and next 7 sts, ch 1, turn (8)

Row 2: sc in each st across, ch 1, turn (8)

Rows 3-5 Rep Row 2 

Row 6: sc in each st across, fasten off & weave in ends

Left Earflap: 

Row 1: From the last st made of round 30. count over 17 sts to the right, join with a sl st in the 17th st and the next 7 sts, ch 1, turn (8)

Row 2: sc in each st across, ch 1, turn (8)

Rows 3-5: Rep Row 2 

Row 6: sc in each st across, fasten off & weave in ends

Edging: Join with a sl st to the last st made of Round 30, sc evenly around the the last row and earflaps, be sure to work 2 sc in the corners of the earflaps for shaping. join with a sl st, fasten off & weave in ends

Ears: (Make 2) 

Work ears in a continuous round, do not join. 

Use a stitch marker to mark rounds if desired. 

Round 1: Working with Acadia/Cream - ch 2, in 2nd ch from the hook work 6 sc (6)

Rounds 2-4: sc in each st around (6)

Round 5: *(2 sc in next st, sc in next st) * around (9)

Round 6-8: sc in each st around (9)

Round 9 *(2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sc)* around (12)

Round 10-12: sc in each st around (12)

Round 13: *(2 sc in next st, sc in next st) * around (18)

Round 14: sc in each st around (18)

Round 15: *(sc2tog, sc in next st)* around (12)

Round 16: sc in each st around (12)

Fasten off leaving a long tail to sew Ear to Hat. 

Fold ear slightly less than half way to shape the ear, then sew it to hat. 

See main picture for placement. Fasten off and weave in all end! 

If you'd like to make the Goblin hat instead it's basically just color changes and not striped. You can find that example pattern by clicking the image below! 

Lil' Goblin Hat : Free Crochet Pattern

Way back in 2010 when Calleigh's Clips and Crochet Creations was just starting, I was commissioned to create a Goblin Hat for a little boy's Halloween Costume. You can read about that on this post or in my Ravelry Projects. Well here 6 years later someone found the picture and asked me to recreate it for their little newborn. I had to re-re-create the design as it's had been so long! LOL I couldn't remember what I'd done and I hadn't followed a pattern. So I though now would be a good time to write out the pattern as I made it. Although I'm a few days late for Halloween now you have plenty of time to make it for next year, plus I turned it into an Enchanting Elf Stripped Hat just in time for Christmas! PS: If that link doesn't work it will be loaded sometime Friday/Saturday!! :) 

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Lil' Goblin Hat

size Nb - 2 mo (13-14 inches) 

Measures 7 inches across by 5 inches long (rows10-30, excluding pixie tip)

Materials: 

Worsted Weight Yarn 

I used 1 Skein Each: 

Hobby Lobby's, I Love This Yarn Worsted in Brown and Mid Green

H-Hook : 5mm

Tapestry Needle 

Scissors 

Gauge: 8 sc in 9 rows = 2 x 2 in square

Stitches Used: 

ch: chain

sl: slip  

st: stitch

sc: single crochet

rem: remaining 

sc2tog: single crochet 2 stitches together

Notes:

*Join each round with a sl st to 1st stitch of the round

*Chain stitch at beginning of the row is NOT counted in stitch count.

Round 1: With Brown - ch 2, in the 2nd ch from the hook work 6 sc, join with a sl st (6) 

Round 2: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (6)

Rounds 3-6: Repeat Round 2 

Round 7: ch 1,*(2 sc in the next st, sc in next st) rep from * around,  join (9)

Round 8: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (9)

Round 9: Repeat Round 8

Round 10: ch 1, 2 sc in 1st st, sc in rem sts around, join (10) 

Round 11: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (10)

Round 12: ch 1, 2 sc in each st around, join (20)

Round 13: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (20)

Round 14: ch 1, *(2 sc in next st, sc in next st) rep from * around,  join (30)

Round 15: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (30)

Round 16: ch 1, *(2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts) rep from * around, join (40)

Round 17: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (40)

Round 18: ch 1, *(2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts) rep from * around, join (50)

Round 19: ch 1, sc in each st around, join (50)

Rounds 20-30:  Rep Round 19

Fasten off Weave in Ends 

Earflaps

Right Earflap: 

Row 1: from the last st made of round 30, count over 9 sts to the left, join with a sl st in that 9th st, sc in same st as join and next 7 sts, ch 1, turn (8)

Row 2: sc in each st across, ch 1, turn (8)

Rows 3-5 Rep Row 2 

Row 6: sc in each st across, fasten off & weave in ends

Left Earflap: 

Row 1: From the last st made of round 30. count over 17 sts to the right, join with a sl st in the 17th st and the next 7 sts, ch 1, turn (8)

Row 2: sc in each st across, ch 1, turn (8)

Rows 3-5: Rep Row 2 

Row 6: sc in each st across, fasten off & weave in ends

Edging: Join with a sl st to the last st made of Round 30, sc evenly around the the last row and earflaps, be sure to work 2 sc in the corners of the earflaps for shaping. join with a sl st, fasten off & weave in ends

Ears: (Make 2) 

Work ears in a continuous round, do not join. 

Use a stitch marker to mark rounds if desired. 

Round 1: Using Mid Green - ch 2, in 2nd ch from the hook work 6 sc (6)

Rounds 2-4: sc in each st around (6)

Round 5: *(2 sc in next st, sc in next st) * around (9)

Round 6-8: sc in each st around (9)

Round 9 *(2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sc)* around (12)

Round 10-12: sc in each st around (12)

Round 13: *(2 sc in next st, sc in next st) * around (18)

Round 14: sc in each st around (18)

Round 15: *(sc2tog, sc in next st)* around (12)

Round 16: sc in each st around (12)

Fasten off leaving a long tail to sew Ear to Hat. 

Fold ear slightly less than half way to shape the ear, then sew it to hat. 

See main picture for placement. Fasten off and weave in all end! 

Happy November

Happy November! Oh this is my favorite time of year! We have so much to be Thankful for don't we! I know I'm thankful for you, so I hope you enjoy the savings you'll get when you grab up some great patterns for the upcoming holiday season! Which ones will you get? 

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