Free Crochet Pattern: Ribbed Button Cowl

Ribbed Button Cowl

I am simply loving the cowls of the season!  I can't seem to stop looking in Department Stores and Boutiques for new ideas.  I love the natural wooden buttons and comforts of fall.  This is a quick and easy pattern for your most amateur beginners!

Supplies:
I Hook (5.5 mm)
Worsted Weight Yarn of your choice
Tapestry Needle for finishing


Abbreviations:
HDC - Half Double Crochet
CH - Chain



Instructions:

Row 1: Ch 86 - HDC in 2nd CH from hook and across, CH 2, Turn.  (85)

Row 2: In this row and remaining rows we will be working in the 3rd loop to give us the ribbed effect.  When working in the 3rd loop, you will notice your HDC from Row 1 will have 2 loops on top of your row and a "3rd" loop to the side of your row.  You will work a single  HDC in each 3rd loop across, CH 2, turn (85)

Row 3 - 19: Repeat Row 2.  Do not tie off at the end of Row 19.

Finish: At the end of row 19 SC up your short side (22)

Finish End:

Row 2-14: SC each across, Ch 1, Turn (22)










Add 2 (or 3) buttons, whatever your preference, to the unfinished end.  I used medium sized buttons so no need to worry about button holes on the opposite end!







Add buttons to unfinished end (end without SC)

Free Pattern: Simply Soft Baby Poncho (size 3-6 mos)

On this snowy day I can't help but think of spring! This Simply Soft Poncho will complete any spring outfit my mini fashionista has in her wardrobe! It's delicate and dainty and so boho fashionable while girly and sweet. 

In keeping with my 'beginner' pattern theme, this pattern is so simple it's ridiculous! 

Materials: 

Yarn-

Color A - Caron Simply Soft blackberry

Color B - Caron Simply Soft White

Color C - Caron Simply Soft Soft Pink

4.25 hook (G)

Tapestry Needle for finishing 

Abbreviations: 

Ch - Chain Stitch
SC - Single Crochet
DC - Double Crochet

TR - Treble/Triple Crochet
SL - Slip Stitch

SK - Skip

Instructions: 

Color A

Ch 72. SL to join with 1st CH to make a round. 

Row 1 - SC each. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Color B

Row 2 - CH 2, Dc each remaining st. 

Row 3 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 35, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 35, 2TR SL to join. 

Row 4 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 36, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 36, 2TR SL to join.  Tie off and finish. 

Color C 

Row 5 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 38, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 38, 2TR SL to join. 

Row 6 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 40, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 40, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Color A

Row 7 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 42, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 42, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish 

Color B

Row 8 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 44, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 44, 2TR SL to join. 

Row 9 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 46, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 46 2TR SL to join. 

Row 10 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 48, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 48, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish 

Color C

Row 11 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 50, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 50, 2TR SL to join. 

Row 12 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 52, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 52, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Color A

Row 13 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 54, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 54, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Shoulder Ties - (Color A) Ch 40 - count 18 from front middle of Row 1 and join with SC, Sc next 35, ch 40. Tie off and finish. 

Fringe - (All colors) Cut strands of each yarn approximately 3-4 inches in length. Hold 3 mixed yarns together and pull middle of loose strands through a loop in the bottom row in a slip knot. (I added fringe every 3rd stitch) Add fringe to the ends of ties at the shoulder. Enjoy!

If you're looking for a finished product please visit my etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/listing/264672507/baby-poncho

Update!! The snow is falling again and I am struggling with an acute case of spring fever. I decided to add some little daisies to this poncho for a little spring fling! Dainty Daisy pattern here: 

http://tonesofhomeky.blogspot.com/2016/01/dainty-daisy-applique.html

 

Free Crochet Pattern: ZigZag Baby Afghan

I accidentally made these zig zags in my last afghan project when I changed color too soon. Oops!  It happens... I thought to myself "What a great idea for a sassy little baby blanket!" and with that, this pattern was born. I love how it compliments my little fashionista's personality...so full of pizazz and flash! 

The pattern is so simple even for the newest beginner and works up so quickly it's a perfect last minute gift or weekend project. I just love how it turned out!

Materials: 

- Yarn - I used Red Heart Black, White, Heather Gray and Magenta.

- 4.25 mm (G) Hook

- Tapestry Needle for finishing

(Hint: To soften the Red Heart yarn for baby soak your finished product in warm water and drop a few squirts of hair conditioner on your afghan. Work the conditioner into your afghan until it begins to soften then rinse thoroughly. Toss it in the dryer for a few and viola! Super simple and much softer!) 

Abbreviations: 

Ch - Chain Stitch
SC - Single Crochet
DC - Double Crochet
SL - Slip Stitch

SK - Skip

Instructions: 

Afghan:

Row 1: (black) Ch 85 - SL st in 3rd ch from hook, *sk 2, 3 DC in next st* repeat between (*) until last st, finish with 1 DC in last st

Row 2: (magenta) Ch 2, *DC in 2nd DC of the 3 DC cluster in1st row, ch 2, DC same st* Creating your 'V' stitch (Zigzag) Repeat between (*) until last st, finish with 1 DC in last st

Row 3-40: Repeat rows 1 and 2 rotating magenta and white on 2nd row of each pair.

Edging:

Row 1: (Heather Gray) Starting in a corner SC, CH 1, SC in same stitch. 1 SC in each st around continuing with same st combination in each of the remaining 3 corners (SC, Ch 1, SC)

Row 2: (White) Repeat row 1 

Row 3: (Black) Starting in a corner, DC, CH 2, DC in same st. 1 DC in each st around, continuing with same st combination in each of the remaining 3 corners (DC, ch 2, DC)

Row 4: (Magenta) *SL st first 2 st, DC next* repeat between (*) around. Sl into starting st and tie off

I hope you enjoy this zig zag afghan as much as I did! If you need a finished product please visit my Etsy store https://www.etsy.com/listing/263942608/zig-zag-baby-afghan