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: Crochet Dragon Fly Afghan

 

 As much as I love the summer months, I do enjoy the comfort of cooler weather.  I enjoy the delicious smells in my kitchen, sitting in front of a crackling fire and snuggling under a cozy blanket with my family.  It's also that time of year again, the time when I'm scouring through patterns and ideas looking for Christmas present opportunities! My mother is my biggest fan yet I'm ashamed to say I seldom crochet for my mom.  I'm not sure why, but aside from a quick scarf I hooked when I first started learning, I haven't thought to share one of my creations with her.  Being a lover of the dragonfly, when I saw this instructional video for the dragonfly stitch I knew it was perfect for a project for Mom!  This afghan not only worked up quickly, it's also easy for beginners!



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8LyxJN4P54





Materials:

Yarn - (Mom has a romantic rose color theme in her bedroom)

Color A - Lion  Brand Pound of Love in Oxford Grey
Color B - Caron One Pound in Rose
Color C - Lion  Brand Pound of Love in Antique White
5.0 mm (H) Hook
Tapestry Needle for finishing

Abbreviations:

CH - Chain Stitch
SC- Single Crochet
DC - Double Crochet
SL - Slip Stitch
SK - Skip Stitch
TRC - Triple (Treble) Crochet

Instructions:

Afghan:

(Color A) - CH 157
Row 1 (Color A) - DC in 3rd CH from hook.  DC across, CH 2
Row 2 - DC Next 12 *CH 1, SK next st, DC next 12* Repeat between (*) across, CH 2 and turn
Row 3 - DC Next 8, *CH 3, SK next 3 st, SC in space left by CH 1 in previous row, CH 3, SK next 3 st, DC Next 8* Repeat between (*) across. CH 2 and turn
Row 4 - DC Next 7, *CH 4, SK next 4 st, SC in SC from previous row, CH 4, SK next 4 st, DC next 7* Repeat between (*) across. CH 2 and turn
Row 5 - DC Next 7, *DC in 4 CH from previous row, TRC in SC from previous row, DC in 4 CH from previous row, DC Next 7* Repeat between (*) across.  Ch 2 and turn
Row 6 - DC Across, Tie off and finish

Row 7 (Color C) - SC across

Row 8 (Color B) - DC in 3rd CH from hook.  DC across, CH 2
Row 9 - DC Next 12 *CH 1, SK next st, DC next 12* Repeat between (*) across, CH 2 and turn
Row 10 - DC Next 8, *CH 3, SK next 3 st, SC in space left by CH 1 in previous row, CH 3, SK next 3 st, DC Next 8* Repeat between (*) across. CH 2 and turn
Row 11 - DC Next 7, *CH 4, SK next 4 st, SC in SC from previous row, CH 4, SK next 4 st, DC next 7* Repeat between (*) across. CH 2 and turn
Row 12 - DC Next 7, *DC in 4 CH from previous row, TRC in SC from previous row, DC in 4 CH from previous row, DC Next 7* Repeat between (*) across.  CH 2 and turn
Row 13 - DC Across, CH 2 and turn
Row 14 - DC Next 12 *CH 1, SK next st, DC next 12* Repeat between (*) across, CH 2 and turn
Row 15 - DC Next 8, *CH 3, SK next 3 st, SC in space left by CH 1 in previous row, CH 3, SK next 3 st, DC Next 8* Repeat between (*) across. CH 2 and turn
Row 16 - DC Next 7, *CH 4, SK next 4 st, SC in SC from previous row, CH 4, SK next 4 st, DC next 7* Repeat between (*) across. CH 2 and turn
Row 17 - DC Next 7, *DC in 4 CH from previous row, TRC in SC from previous row, DC in 4 CH from previous row, DC Next 7* Repeat between (*) across.  CH 2 and turn
Row 18 - DC Across

Row 19 (Color A) - SC across

Repeat pattern (Row 1 - 19) and color scheme until desired length completed.  I repeated 5 times and finished with a repeat of Rows 1-6.  This gave my afghan a consistent start and finish with a single row of dragonflies. 



Edging:

Round 1 - (Color A) Single Crochet around perimeter of afghan
Round 2 - (Color C) I started at the SC before a corner - SC, CH 2, SK 1 around.  In Corners SC, CH 2, SC in each corner ST. 

If you'd like a finished product please visit my Etsy store: 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/490954307/dragonfly-afghan

https://www.etsy.com

Crochet Funky Daisy Appliqué

I put together this funky little daisy for my Fall Baby Poncho but I'm excited to use this pattern for future projects! The different colored petals really give this flower a whimsical feel! I apologize in advance for not snapping some pics along the way and before it was sewn onto the poncho (I just got so carried away!) but I will update with pics on my next daisy. Pinky promise! 

Supplies- 

I used scraps to put this funky little Daisy together so there is no telling what yarns I've used. This is where our art turns on those creative juices... Grab whatever you've got handy and start hooking. I used 8 different colors (one for each petal and 2 for the body) but it would be adorable with any color scheme so get crazy with it!  

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

Body - 

Round 1 - Magic Circle, CH 3, 10 DC in center of circle

Round 2 - 2 SC each around. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Petals- (6)

CH 10, TRC in 3rd chain, TRC in next, DC in next 3, HDC in next 2, SC in next, SL in last CH. Work remaining stitches around on opposite site of CH. SC in next, HDC in next 2, DC in next 3, TRC in last 2 st. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Repeat for each petal. 

Stitch petals to body and Ta-da! Add some adornments if you like (buttons, sequins, etc). I hope you share your daisies once completed. I'm always looking for new ideas! 

http://tonesofhomeky.blogspot.com/2016/08/fall-poncho-for-baby.html

Crochet Owl Appliqué

If you're like me, I've loved owls since before owls were cool. I include owls in many of my projects from hats to scarves and amigurumi plush owls. Seriously, they're a hoot! (Okay, that was corny) Anyway... I put together this pattern for an owl appliqué to include on the Fall Baby Poncho and I couldn't be more happy with how he livened up this project! 

I apologize in advance for not taking pics along the way. I was caught up in a Netflix binge of 'Dexter' and I just kept hooking. Oops. Sorry. I am sure I will use this pattern again and I will do better next time. 😉 I promise to update with instructional pics on my next owl. 

Supplies- 

I used scraps to put this guy together so there is no telling what yarns I've used. This is where our art turns on those creative juices... Grab whatever you've got handy and start hooking. I used 7 different colors (one for each round) but he would be adorable with any color scheme so get crazy with him! 

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

Body-

Round 1: Magic Circle, CH 3, 10 DC in center of circle. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Round 2: CH 3, DC in same st, 2DC in each DC around. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Round 3: CH 3, *DC in next st, 2DC in next* Repeat between (*) around. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Round 4: CH 4, Sk 1DC, SL in next. *CH 2, Sk 1 DC, DC in next* Repeat between (*) around. SL to join.  Tie off and finish. 

Round 5: CH 3 under 1st CH st from previous round. 2DC in same CH space, *CH 1, 3 DC in next CH space* Repeat between (*) around. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Round 6: CH 1 under first CH st from previous round. 2 SC in same CH space, *CH 2, 3SC in next CH space* Repeat between (*) around. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Round 7: SL into 2nd DC in cluster on Row 5, CH 4. *DC in next 3 st (SC from prev row), TC in 2nd DC Row 5* Repeat between (*) around. SL to join. 

Round 8: CH 3, TRC next st, DC next 2, HDC next 2, SC next 10, HDC next 2, DC next 2, TRC next 2

Round 9: Repeat round 8. SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Eyes- 

Round 1 - Magic Circle, CH 2, 10 DC in center of circle. 

Round 2- (change color) CH, SC around. Tie off and finish.
 

Nose- 

CH 5, DC in 2nd CH, HDC in next, SC in next. Tie off and finish. 

Sew eyes and nose onto owl. 

http://tonesofhomeky.blogspot.com/2016/08/fall-poncho-for-baby.html

Fall Owl Poncho for Baby

You may remember, earlier in the year I was itching with Spring Fever and put together the adorable Simply Soft Baby Poncho for my little Princess. Found here: 

http://tonesofhomeky.blogspot.com/2016/01/free-pattern-simply-soft-baby-poncho.html?m=1

(Instructional photos below are from original pattern) 

Now that summer is winding down (sadly) I am getting started on her fall digs. My little Princess is walking now and is developing a personality that is unique to her. I'm so delighted with the little lady that's emerging before me. That being said, I will now refer to her as Miss Sassy... Because, well, she is Saaaaasssssyyy! 

I used the Simply Soft Baby Poncho pattern as a guide and I used a fluffier yarn and added a row to accommodate the change in size. This poncho should fit her for a couple of years - 12 mos to 3T(ish)?  

My favorite thing about creating new patterns is the creativity of selecting the colors that I will use in my project. I always encourage putting your own spin on a project. The colors I used for the poncho are listed below:

Supplies: 

Color A: Lion's Brand Woolspun- Taupe

Color B: Lion's Pride Woolspun - Pumpkin

Color C: Lion's Pride Woolspun - Fisherman

Color C: Lion's Pride Woolspun - Mesa Print

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 1, DC same st, SC next 38, 2DC, 2DC, SC next 38, 2DC SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Color D

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

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

Notice: The deeper stitches (i.e. TC in DC row) are creating the point in the 'V' on the front and back of your poncho so they should line up with the previous row's 'V' throughout. 

Color A

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

Color B

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. 

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

Color C

Row 12 - CH 1, DC same st, SC next 52, 2DC, 2DC, SC next 52, 2DC SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Color D 

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

Row 14 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 56, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 56, 2TR SL to join. Tie off and finish. 

Color A

Row 15 - CH 4, TR same st, DC next 58, 2TR, 2TR, DC next 58, 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. 

I've added a couple of appliqués to my poncho to give this project a little bit of funky. It's adorable plain but I don't live in a world of plain so I understand the need to cover it in fun! The patterns for the appliqués I used are found below. Enjoy! 

Heart Appliqué- http://www.skiptomylou.org/crochet-heart-applique/

Owl Appliqué-

http://tonesofhomeky.blogspot.com/2016/08/crochet-owl-applique.html?m=1

Funky Daisy Appliqué- 

http://tonesofhomeky.blogspot.com/2016/08/crochet-funky-daisy-applique.html?m=1

I've added a few variations below to get your creative juices flowing! 

This poncho leaves me craving pumpkin spice... 

A special order for a friend's niece... so cute! 

A special order for a friend. She requested the poncho pictured as a 40th birthday gift to herself. (I started with CH 110 for adult size)

Free Pattern: Ladies Classic Newsboy Hat

My younger sister sends me pics of crochet requests almost weekly. Often times she does not include a pattern or comments, only multiple pics of something she'd like to add to her collection of free yarn art courtesy of moi. This classic Newsboy hat was her latest request. I found a few different styles and patterns but, of course, I had to make it my own. Enjoy! 

Materials:

• 4.25 mm (G) Hook 
• Yarn 
• Whatever color you prefer for hat (I used Red Heart Super Saver) 
• Button for accent
• Tapestry Needle for tucking ends

Abbreviations:

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

HDC - Half Double Crochet
SL - Slip Stitch

FPDC - Front Post Double Crochet

BPDC - Back Post Double Crochet

Instructions:

Hat: 

Round 1:  Ch 3, 10 DC in the 1st Ch stitch, sl stitch into beginning ch, ch 2 Round 2: 2 DC in each stitch, sl into beginning ch, ch 2
Round 3: * 2 DC, 1 DC in next* Repeat between (*) until final stitch, sl stitch into beginning ch, ch 2 

Round 4: *1 DC first 2 st, 2DC in next* Reoeat between ( * ) until final st, SL st into beginning ch, ch 2 

Round 5: *1 DC first 3 st, 2DC in next* Repeat  between ( * ) until final st, SL st into beginning ch, ch 2 

Round 6: *1 DC first 4 st, 2DC in next* Repeat  between ( * ) until final st, SL st into beginning ch, ch 2 

Round 7: *FPDC first st, BPDC next 2 st* Repeat between ( * ) around, SL st into beginning ch, CH 2 

Round 8 - 17: Repeat Round 7 

(Note: Your CH 2 at the end of each round/beginning of next round will fall into the seam of your 1st FPDC of the round) 

Brim: 

Row 1: SL st in first 13 st, SC in next 2,  HDC in next 20, SC in next 2, Ch 1 and turn 

Row 2: SC in first 2 st, HDC in next 20 st, SC next 2 

Row 3: Repeat Row 2, Tie off and finish

Strap: 

Row 1: Ch 28, HDC in 3rd Ch from hook, HDC in each st across, Ch 2 and turn

Row 2: HDC each st across, CH 2 and turn

Row 3: Repeat Row 2. Tie off and finish.

Sew strap on hat over brim by stitching at each end.  Sew on a cute button if you like!  

Free Pattern: Extra Wide Boho Scrap Scarf

I am always looking for ways to use up my yarn scraps and I love mixing colors and stitches. This pattern satisfied both of those things for me and the finished product is my new favorite 'everyday' scarf! 

Materials:

•Yarn -  The beautiful thing about this scarf is that anything goes! I used scraps for the entire piece. I don't think I even used the same yarn twice, which is one of my favorite things about the finished product. •5.0 mm (H) Hook
•Tapestry Needle for tucking ends
Abbreviations:
Ch - Chain Stitch
SC - Single Crochet
DC - Double Crochet
TR - Treble/Triple Crochet
SL - Slip Stitch

Sk St - Skip Stitch

Instructions:

Note: I used a different color yarn for each row therefore I simply tied off each row and started the next row with a new color. 

Ch 177

Row 1: SC 2nd CH from hook and across 

Row 2: CH 2, DC each 

Row 3: CH 3, sk st, DC, *CH 1, sk st, DC* repeat between (*) across

Row 4: CH 3, DC next 2, *Ch 1, sk st, DC next 3* repeat 

Row 5: CH 1, SC across 

Row 6: CH 3, sk 2, *2 DC on next st, CH 2* repeat between (*) across 

Row 7: CH 3, 3 DC between 2 DC in prev row creating "V" repeat across to final st. DC in last st. 

Row 8: CH 5, sk 2, DC, *ch 2 sk next 2 st, DC* repeat between (*) across to last st. DC last st 

Row 9: Ch 1, sk ch sts, *5 DC in space between DC from prev row (under ch sts), sk next group of ch, SL st in next DC st* repeat between (*) across to final st. DC in last st

Row 10: Ch 1, SC next 2, DC in sl st from prev row, *SC next 5, DC* repeat between (*) across to final st. DC last st

Row 11: CH 3, DC across

Row 12: CH 3, sk 1, *DC, CH 1, DC on next st, sk next st* repeat between (*) across. 

Row 13: Ch 1 starting at 3rd ch from prev row. SC back loop only across 

Row 14: CH 4, TR across 

Row 15: CH 3, DC next 2, *Ch 1, sk st, DC next 3* repeat between (*) across

Row 16: CH 2, SC across. 

Fringe - (All colors) Cut strands of each yarn approximately 4 - 6 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 at the beginning of every row) Viola! Your very own uniquely funky extra-wide boho scarf! Enjoy!