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Showing posts with label free pattern. Show all posts

Friday, February 6, 2015

Free Pattern: Cross Your Heartland Headband

Last year I released some fun designs using little hearts patterns! 
I'll link those up in the bottom of the post! 

I thought it would be fun to add in a headband pattern too!

I absolutely love Lion Brand Heartland yarn! These lovely colors were just perfect! 
They are warm, cozy, soft and blend so well! They have a Country Heartland feel! 
So That's why I called it......

 The Cross Your Heart-land Headband 




Level:
Intermediate

Materials:
Worsted Weight Yarn of Choice in 3 colors
I used Lion Brand Heartland Color = #1 Cream-Acadia, #2 Red -Redwood & #3 Blue-Glacier Bay


*Hook Sizes:
H-Hook - (5.00mm) J-Hook (6.00mm) 

*Terms and Stitches used:

ch - chain
st - stitch
sl st- slip stitch
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
dc- double crochet
fphdc - front post half double crochet
bphdc - back post half double crochet
rep - repeat


*Special Stitches:

Crossed Double Crochet: [csdc]
sk st, dc in next st, working across the front, dc in previous sk st.
This special stitch makes an “X” shaped texture.
*Click here to see video tutorial of this stitch - www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHDvbWdrdgk
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Hdc Chain-Less Foundation:
*Click here to see video tutorial of this stitch- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPXrPrbpqto
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Notes:
*Chain stitch does not count in stitch count, unless otherwise noted!
*The number at the end of each row is the stitch count for the row (#).
*As you change colors, carry up your yarn through out, do not fasten it off.

Kids size: 4-10 years, fits 18-20 in. Measures approx 9 1/2 in wide by 4 1/2 in tall 
Women's Size: fits 20-22 in. Measures approx 10 in. wide by 5 in. tall
Starting with H- Hook (for Kids) or J-Hook (for Women'sand Color #1, leave a tail about 4-6 inches long.

Round 1: using hdc chain-less foundation, work 60 sts, join with sl st to 1st st. (Take care not to twist the ch. You’ll use the tail to join the bottom of the hdc.)

Round 2: ch 2, *(fphdc around next 2 sts, bphdc around next 2 sts), Repeat from * around, join with a sl st to 1 st of round (60)
Round 3: ch 1, sc in each st around, join with a sl st to 1st sc (60)
Switch to color #2 
Round 4: ch 1, sc in each st around, join with a sl st to 1st sc (60)
Switch to color #3
Round 5: ch 2, CSDC around, join with sl st to 1st dc of round (60 or 30 csdc)

Switch to color #1
Round 6 - 7: ch 1, sc in each st around, join with sl st to 1st sc (60)

Switch to color #2 
Round 8: ch 3 {counts as 1st dc in this round only}, dc in same stitch as join, ch 1, sk 3 sts, *(2dc, ch1, 2dc) in next st, ch 1, sk 3 sts, Rep from * around. Work (2 dc, ch 1) in same stitch as join (already has the ch 3, dc from beginning), join with sl st to top of ch 3.  
Switch to color #1
Round 9:
ch 1, sc in ch 1 space before join (center of the 1st heart), *ch 2, sc in the center sc of the sk 3 from previous Round below, ch 2, sc in ch 1 space (center of heart), rep from * around. (you will end just before the center of the 1st heart with a ch 2 ) at end of round join with a sl st to 1st sc.

Round 10: ch 1, 1 sc in each sc and ch-2 space around, join with a sl st to 1st sc (60)
Switch to color #3
Round 11: ch 2, CSDC around, join with sl st to 1st dc of round (60 or 30 csdc)
Switch to color #2
Round 12: ch 1, sc in each st around, join with a sl st to 1st sc (60)
Switch to color #1
Round 13: ch 1, sc in each st around, join with a sl st to 1st sc (60)
Round 14: ch 2, *(fphdc around next 2 sts, bphdc around next 2 sts), 
Repeat from * around, join with a sl st to 1 st of round (60)
Round 15: ch 2, *(fphdc around next 2 sts, bphdc around next 2 sts), Repeat from * around, join with a sl st to 1 st of round (60)

*Fasten Off and Weave in Ends

Please check out these other fun designs of mine using little hearts too! 





Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Top 10 Crochet Pattern Posts of 2014

Top 10 of the most popular free pattern posts of 2014. 



1. Sunset Slouch 
(top pattern 3 years in a row) 



(a unique cowl)

(My Personal Favorite and it's part of a matching set) 


(My 1st paid pattern now free) 


(full of color) 


(learn Tunisian) 


(uses my favorite yarn)


(a "Love-ly" Stitch) 

(Quick and Warm)


(for your pet) 

Thanks for visiting the blog this year! I'm excited to design more pattern for free in 2015! 
Happy New Year! 

Saturday, December 13, 2014

Festive Fur Boot Cuffs

I was wanting to design a quick, cozy, and Christmasy free pattern for you. You cannot go wrong with red and fuzzy white trim this time of year. I hope you enjoy this pattern for Festive Fur Boot Cuffs. Don't get stuck on Red. These would be fun in lots of other colors too! Try Green, Blue or maybe even stripes! Enjoy!! 

Festive Fur Boot Cuffs




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One Skien of Loops & Threads Charisma in Red (Bulky 5)
One Skein of Bernat Pipsqueak (Bulky 5)

K-Hook (6.5mm)

Gauge: 2x2 inches = 6 sc in 3 rows (patterns rows 1-3)
Measurements: approx 7 in wide by 4 1/2 in long, fits approx 14-16 in Calves

Terms:
ch - chain
sc - single crochet
hdc - half double crochet
sl st - slip stitch
BL - back loop

Make 2

Starting with Red
Row 1: Ch 11, hdc in the 2nd ch from the hook and each ch across, ch 1, turn (10)
Row 2: hdc in the BL of each st across, ch 1, turn (10)
Row 3-19: repeat Row 2

Match right sides together and sl st in the back loops to join Row 1 to Row 19.
(DO NOT FASTEN OFF)

Row 20: Now working on the tops of the rows, sc evenly around. join with a sl st to 1st sc.
Fasten off Red and switch to Pipsqueak

Row 21: ch 1, hdc in each hdc around, join with a sl st to 1st sc. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Want more fur? add more rows :)



Thursday, September 25, 2014

Pattern Review : Rolling In The Deep Infinity Cowl

Yay! It's finally Fall! One of my favorite times of the year. Time to pull out the boots, scarves and hats! If you love warm fuzzy infinity cowls I have a great one for you! 




First of all this fabulous pattern is a freebie! The pattern very well written. 
It's actually a very easy pattern too once you get the rhythm of the chevron down. If you've never done a chevron stitch design then this would be a great starter because you are going to do it a lot for the short rows! 

The cowl is super long, but I love that. It can be worn in a number of ways, which you can find on Cre8tion Crochet's Blog post. I have mine wrapped 3 times in the pictures. 

I got distracted by other projects so I've been working on it in-between when I could. 
Took me about a week, but I bet you could whip it out in a couple days. 

I used Hobby Lobby's Effervesce in the color ways - Shadow and Petal. Just one skien of each was plenty.  I just adore pink and grey together. 

The Effervesce yarn is soo super soft and slightly fuzzy. It was nice to work with but not fun to unravel if you messed up on a stitch a few rows back (oops). It doesn't seem to leave little fuzzy's on your clothing though which is nice so you don't look like an animal shed on you. (LOL) 
 I hope it doesn't pill but it might. Just the nature of the yarn. 

Note that I did use an H- 5.00mm hook instead of the suggest to match gauge with this yarn and my tension. The scarf came out perfect! 

The pattern would be really easy to adjust if you wanted it shorter too! I just really liked the options with the long scarf! Just perfect for me. 

I look forward to it getting cooler so I can wear it! It's going to be a go to scarf for sure! 
I'm already thinking of making another one with different yarn in black and white or another neutral like tan since Zebra print is so in this fall! 

What do you think? Would you make it? What Colors would you choose? 




Friday, September 5, 2014

Freebie Friday

Our Facebook page is nearing 15K fans! I want to have a huge celebration so I thought we would kick start it off by offering a freebie for 24 HOURS ONLY. 

I'm going to giveaway my newest design the RIOS SLOUCH

This promotion is only good 
Fri Sept 5, 2014 at Noon Central, Ending Sat. Sept 6, 2014 at Noon Central 
Reg. $4.50

All you have to do is click the link below. It will auto add it to your Raverly Cart and enter the Secret Coupon Code for you. All I ask is that you share the promotion with your crochet friends so they don't miss out on this fun deal! 





I hope you enjoy the Freebie and I look forward to more Freebies, Sales and Surprises in the coming weeks of September! We'll just call it the delayed B-day celebrations I ran out of time to do last month. Thanks so much for being a fan of Calleigh's Clips and making my business possible! 






Thursday, September 4, 2014

Thursday Yarn Talk - Unforgettable



I love trying new yarns. I've seen lots of gorgeous projects lately using Red Heart Boutique's Unforgettable. The colors are lovely. I was drawn to the Fall colors of the color way Sunrise with it's Jewel toned brown, oranges, reds and deep blues. The yarn is soft and silky feeling even though it's just acrylic. 


I had a pattern I wanted to make. I recieved it at when I went to my local yarn shop for a knit/crochet in night. Someone won a kit but she didn't crochet so she kept the yarn and gave me the pattern. You are in luck though because I found it on Raverly and it's a free pattern.  It's called the 
Cloudgate Cowl. It's a freebie from Cascade yarns.  




I love the texture of the stitching and the fun ripple. The colors just pop with it! It's a cozy little cowl and doesn't take to much time to work up! The pattern was great. I just would have preferred stitch counts on the rows but once I got it figured out then it was all good. Some times with the ripple stitch it's easy to miss or get and extra stitch and I had to frog several rows because I messed up. It's happens.  It's worked flat, back and forth and then you sew it together for the cowl. I think you could easily make it with a chunky yarn for a nice thick warm cowl and it would still come out a good size! I think I shall try that next! 

What do you think of this yarn? Have you made a project with it? 



Thursday, August 14, 2014

Balloon Bunting : Free Crochet Pattern

Well today is my Birthday! I'm now 32 years young! I usually do a birthday pattern and I had lots of ideas planned out for the party but they are works in progress. I do have one fun, simple new pattern for ya! 

Balloon Bunting


I had already have a free Balloon Applique' pattern (click here.

Just need to add some string! 

Step 1: Make as many balloons as you'd like. I use six but generally I like to use odd numbers. 

Step 2: Using Worsted Weight yarn of choice and your H- Hook. 

Row 1: Ch 30, *sl st in the back loop, in the top center of the balloon. (between the 12 HDC's on Round 4), ch 30.  Repeat from * until you have attached all your balloons. You will end on a ch 30. Fasten off, pull ends tight and trim as desired. 

Step 3: Decorate with it, have fun & Enjoy! 


Monday, April 21, 2014

Runner's Reflective Headband Crochet Pattern

These past few months have been all about branching out and doing new things! I took up running to help on my fitness journey! So I thought that it would be good to branch out and try new things in crochet too! I'd tried Tunisian crochet before and made a washcloth. I didn't enjoy it at all and swore I'd never do it again. 

I've gotten the opportunity to get to know the wonderful Kim Guzman (Queen of Tunisian some would say)! She has an amazing series of free videos on Tunisian Crochet.
 I sat down and watch most of them in one day! 

I decided it would be fun to work up a very simple beginner Tunisian headband. I had some fun reflective yarn left over from another project and it was still chilly in the mornings when I ran so this is were this little gem was inspired from!  I hope you enjoy this freebie and try to branch out and try something new too! 

This was written as if you already understand Tunisian crochet but there are links below so you can learn the same way I did. I made one in a Tunisian Simple Stitch and one in the Tunisian Knit Stitch. The TSS doesn't have a lot of stretch but I like it because it's warm but not super thick. The TKS is thicker and a little stretchier.  I also thought it worked up faster. You can use either stitch in the pattern interchangeably.  

Also note that you do not have to have a Tunisian or Afghan hook to make these. I use a regular boye hook with a little bit of clay on the end of  it but it was enough room to work it. You can also just put a rubber band on the end of the hook or my mom recommends a pencil top eraser.

Please note this is my 1st Tunisian pattern, this has been tested but if you find errors or if there is a more proper way to write a "Tunisian" Pattern don't hesitate to let me know so I can fix it!

Runners Reflective Headband
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Level: Easy

Materials: 
Yarn: I Love This Yarn Worsted Weight (4) - Reflective or any regular worsted weight yarn of choice for non-reflective. 

(note Feb 5, 2015- Hobby Lobby Has discontinued their reflective yarn :( but again any worsted weight yarn will still work great, you can always add reflective thread to work along with it.) 

Hook: H - (5.00mm)
Tapestry Needle 

Gauge: 2x2 inch swatch - 11 tss in 9 rows 

Size: Kids— Fits Approx. 18-20 inches  
Women’s— Fits Approx. 20-22 inches


Terms and Stitches Used: 

ch: chain
st: stitch
tss: Tunisian simple stitch
tks: Tunisian knit stitch
m1: make 1 (increasing)
tss2tog: Tunisian simple stitch 2 together (decreasing)

Notes: Videos by Kim Guzman on How to do Tunisian Crochet 


Notes: 
*The number at the end of each row is the stitch count for the row (#).
*Each row is worked from right to left and then left to right. Ending with a standard 
 Tunisian Closing - ch 1, (yarn over, pull through 2 loops on hook) across  

Women’s Reflective Runners Headband
Measures 21 inches long by 3 inches wide at it’s widest point, in the center of the Headband. 

Note: For a knit look headband use a TKS instead OF TSS in the pattern. 


Row 1: ch 7, tss in each ch across (6)
Row 2-12: tss in next 6 sts (6)
Row 13: tss in next 2 sts, m1, tss, m1, tss in last 3 sts (8)
Row 14: tss in next 8 sts (8)
Row 15: tss in next 3 sts, m1, tss, m1, tss in last 4 sts (10)
Row 16: tss in next 10 sts (10)
Row 17: tss in next 4 sts, m1, tss, m1, tss in last 5 sts (12)
Row 18: tss in next 12 sts (12)
Row 19: tss in next 5 sts, m1, tss, m1, tss in last 6 sts (14)
Row 20: tss in next 14 sts (14)
Row 21- 66: Repeat row 20
Row 67: tss in next 5 sts, tss2tog, tss, tss2tog, tss in last 4 sts (12)
Row 68: tss in next 12 sts (12) 
Row 69: tss in next 4 sts, tss2tog, tss, tss2tog, tss in last 3 sts (10)
Row 70: tss in next 10 sts (10)
Row 71: tss in next 3 sts, tss2tog, tss, tss2tog, tss in last 2 sts (8)
Row 72: tss in next 8 sts (8)
Row 73: tss in next 2 sts, tss2tog, tss, tss2tog, tss in last 1 sts (6) 
Row 74: tss in next 6 sts  (6)
Row 75-85: Repeat Row 74

*Match row 1 to last row, right sides together and Sl st rows together to join.
*Fasten Off and Weave in ends. 



Kid’s Reflective Runners Headband
Measures 19 inches long by 3 inches wide at it’s widest point, in the center of the Headband. 

Note: For a knit look headband use a TKS instead OF TSS in the pattern.

Row 1: ch 7, tss in each ch across (6)
Row 2-12: tss in next 6 sts (6)
Row 13: tss in next 2 sts, m1, tss, m1, tss in last 3 sts (8)
Row 14: tss in next 8 sts (8)
Row 15: tss in next 3 sts, m1, tss, m1, tss in last 4 sts (10)
Row 16: tss in next 10 sts (10)
Row 17: tss in next 4 sts, m1, tss, m1, tss in last 5 sts (12)
Row 18: tss in next 12 sts (12)
Row 19: tss in next 5 sts, m1, tss, m1, tss in last 6 sts (14)
Row 20: tss in next 14 sts (14)
Row 21- 56: Rep row 20
Row 57: tss in next 5 sts, tss2tog, tss, tss2tog, tss in last 4 sts (12)
Row 58: tss in next 12 sts (12) 
Row 59: tss in next 4 sts, tss2tog, tss, tss2tog, tss in last 3 sts (10)
Row 60: tss in next 10 sts (10)
Row 61: tss in next 3 sts, tss2tog, tss, tss2tog, tss in last 2 sts (8)
Row 62: tss in next 8 sts (8)
Row 63: tss in next 2 sts, tss2tog, tss, tss2tog, tss in last 1 sts (6) 
Row 64: tss in next 6 sts (6)
Row 65-75: Rep Row 74 (6)

*Match row 1 to last row, right sides together and Sl st rows together to join.
*Fasten Off and Weave in ends. 

Legal stuff! Copyright 2014 Calleigh's Clips and Crochet Creations

Thank you for using a Calleigh’s Clips original pattern. I have done my best to keep my patterns simple and easy to understand. If at any time you need assistance, please feel free to contact me using the contact me tab.

Please remember that there may be a slight variance in sizing due to different tensions of each individual and materials used.

All patterns are copyright protected, but you are welcome to sell finished products made from my patterns. I do ask, however, that you mention my company name along with my web shop address as follows:

Calleigh’s Clips & Crochet Creations by Elisabeth Spivey 

I would love to see your finished products if you would like to send me pictures. These will be for my personal use only and will not be posted anywhere without prior written permission from you.

Enjoy,
Elisabeth


.....Sometimes taking pictures of your little ones you just have to be silly! I sure to love my Calleigh! 





Friday, April 11, 2014

Floral Pop Washcloth Crochet Pattern

I have a fun freebie friday for you! I love using handmade cotton washcloths. It was time for me to make some new ones and I really thought this design was fun. It has a unique floral design perfect for spring.  The popcorn stitches make for nice scrubby spots on the washcloth too! 
I hope you enjoy this washcloth as much as I do! 


Level: Intermediate

Materials: 
Yarn: Worsted Weight Cotton, I used Lily Sugar & Cream 

Hook: H - (5.00 mm)
Tapestry Needle 

Gauge: 2x2 inch swatch = 5 rows of 10 dc

Terms and Stitches Used: 
ch– Chain, st – Stitch, dc – Double Crochet, sl st – Slip Stitch, 
YO – Yarn Over, Rep — Repeat, fpc st — Front Popcorn, bpc st — Back Popcron

Special Stitch: Front and Back Popcorn
 *Front Popcorn Stitch - (fpc st) Work 3 dc in indicated stitch, drop loop from hook, insert hook from front to back through top of first dc made, place dropped loop on hook and pull through 1st dc
*Back Popcorn Stitch - (bpc st) Work 3 dc in indicated stitch, drop loop from hook, insert hook from back to front through top of first dc made, place dropped loop on hook and pull through 1st dc 

*Video Note: in the video I say to ch 1 after the popcorn st. For this pattern please omit! Do not ch 1 after the popcorn st in this pattern. 

Notes: 
*Chain stitch does not count in stitch count!
*The number at the end of each row is the stitch count for the row (#).


Floral Pop Washcloth                                                                       
Measures approx 6 x 6 inches
Round 1: ch 27, sc in the 2nd chain from the hook and each ch across, ch 2, turn (26)
Round 2: (wrong side) Dc in 1st 5 sc, ch 2, *(bpc st in next st, sk next 2 sts, bpc st in next st, ch 2, dc in next 4 sts, ch 2) Rep from * 2 more times, bpc st in next st, sk next 2 sts, bpc st in next st, ch 2, dc in last st, ch 2, turn 

Round 3: (right side) dc in 1st st, sk ch-2 space (fpc st, ch 2, fpc st) in next pc st, *(sk next ch-2 sp, dc in next 4 dc, sk next ch-2 sp, (fpc st, ch 2, fpc st) in next pc st), Rep from * 1 more time, skip last ch-2 sp, dc in last 5 dc, ch 2, turn

Round 4: (wrong side) dc in 1st st, ch 2, *(bpc st in next st, sk next 2 sts, bpc st in next st, ch 2, dc in next pc st cl, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next pc st, ch 2,) Rep from * 2 more times, dc in last st, ch 2, turn

Round 5: (right side) dc in 1st st, *(sk next ch-2 sp, dc in next 4 dc, sk next ch-2 sp, (fpc st, ch 2, fpc st) in next pc st), Rep  from * 2 more times, dc in last st, ch 2, turn

Round 6: (wrong side) dc in 1st st, *(dc in next pc st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, dc in next pc st, ch 2, bpc st in next dc, skip next 2 dc, bpc st in next dc, ch 2), Rep from * 2 more times, dc in last st, ch 2, turn
Round 7-10: Rep Rows 3-6
Round 11: Rep Row 3 
Round 12: (wrong side) sc in 1st st, *(sc in next 4 dc, sc in next pc st, 2 sc in next ch-2 sp, sc in next pc st), Rep from * 2 more times, sc in last st, ch 1, turn

Edging: sc evenly around entire washcloth, join with a sl st to 1st sc


*Fasten off & weave in ends. 


Legal stuff! Copyright 2014 Calleigh's Clips and Crochet Creations

Download the PDF File here!

You will need Adobe to read this pattern. 
Please do not copy and/or redistribute this pattern, but direct people back to the blog post.


Thank you for using a Calleigh’s Clips original pattern. I have done my best to keep my patterns simple and easy to understand. If at any time you need assistance, please feel free to contact me using the contact me tab.

Please remember that there may be a slight variance in sizing due to different tensions of each individual and materials used.

All patterns are copyright protected, but you are welcome to sell finished products made from my patterns. I do ask, however, that you mention my company name along with my web shop address as follows:

Calleigh’s Clips & Crochet Creations by Elisabeth Spivey 

I would love to see your finished products if you would like to send me pictures. These will be for my personal use only and will not be posted anywhere without prior written permission from you.

Enjoy,
Elisabeth

Saturday, January 11, 2014

Platypus Birthday Party Ideas

My son's b-day was Tuesday but his party was last night! I'm not a great cook/baker but I made an attempt to bake a Perry The Platypus cake he picked out! 


Little sister was lots of help and we had fun. I think she just did it for the frosting! 

Whether I'm a good baker or not the cake was a hit and he loved it. That's what matters to me!



 I found a lot of neat party ideas online! I'll share these links below! 

Birthday Interview
This was fun and I'm saving his answers and will try to do it every year to see how he changes.

 Free Printables -Straight from Disney
There are invitations, paper crafts, cupcakes, games and more all free! It's a great resource. 

We can't leave crochet out of the post so here are some free patterns
I came across for Perry and his pals! 









Tuesday, January 7, 2014

10 Free Birthday Party Themed Crochet Patterns

I thought today it would be fun to share some of my favorite 
Birthday Party Themed Crochet Patterns.


Today is my sons 6th birthday! I can hardly believe it! He started Kindergarten this year and absolutely loves it! He was so excited to get back to school yesterday after winter break. He's growing up so fast and I love him dearly! 


Now on to what you really want! Free patterns! 

1. Party Hat by Mamachee

I love this pattern and have made in many times in different variations! They are always a fun hit for the party. You can see my versions here.

2. Ballon Applique - By Me

The appliqué's are great on hats and other clothing. They even make great embellishments on cards or bunting. 

3. Birthday Candle Scarf by Twinkie Chan

Who doesn't love Twinkie Chan's Whimsical designs! They are always fun, colorful and unique. 

4. Cupcake Pin Cushion by One and Two Company 

I'm always losing my tapestry needles. I really should make a good pincushion. 
This one looks yummy but don't eat it!! 

5-7. Party Pennant Garland by Moogly. 

She also has crochet Letters and Numbers for you to make the perfect pennant! 


These would be great with a name, age, number and/or ballon appliqués. 

8. Cupcake Hat by Sara of Repeat Crafter Me


I love Sara's Patterns. I've made several. They are well written and on gauge for me! 

9. Rainbow Cake Tissue Cozy by Ashley Nichole


I just came across this adorable pattern! I will have to add this to my to do list! I love the colorful rainbow of colors and little textures added to the frosting! 


10. Party Cake Dishcloths by Jennifer of Fiber Flux 


I love crochet dishcloths! These caught my eye because of the bright colors. 
A great modern granny square! 

I hope you enjoyed this Round up! Which one(s) will you try? Have you made any of these already? 
Feel free to link up your favorite Birthday themed patterns in the comments!