Crochet Tutorial: Halloween Table Runner

September 29, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects Tags: afghan, afghan block, autumn, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, creepy, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, decor, decoration, fall, festive, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, halloween, handmade, holiday, home, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, runner, scary, solid, spider, spinning, spooky, square, squares, stitch, table, table runner, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, weave, web, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 6 Comments

Many times I have made suggestions of ideas on what you can make using the squares from our 365 Days of Granny Squares. Recently, I designed the Spinning Spider Granny Square (Number 266) and The Web We Weave Granny Square (Number 246). I began thinking about a project that I could make to tie these two in together that would work for a table runner or other Halloween related item.

I decided to create a look that has the spider spinning from the web. Doing that required a bit of adjustment on the placement of the spider on the square. In my original Spinning Spider Granny Square Video Tutorial, I demonstrated how to make the square with the spider running vertically on the square. In the Table Runner, I made a few stitch adjustments, I turned the spider to go on a diagonal to achieve the desired results for my finished work, allowing me to run Slip Stitches creating a web strand from the bottom (spinneret) of my spider to the Web square. Please see the video tutorial for instructions below to make this adjustment.

Then, I created duplicate sets of square Numbers 246 and 266 of our 365 Days of Granny Squares to create the ends of our runner. I combined these blocks with the solid granny square (Number 2) that I used with various color combinations of black and orange or black and white to match the other squares in this project. Note: You do not have to make these adjustments nor use my colors. This is creator’s choice.

This video is a tutorial on how to assemble the squares and add the border detail to finish off this great Halloween table runner. You will find the links and videos to the squares that I have already filmed prior to this project. Not interested in the runner? Why not make additional squares to make a lapghan or blanket? Let your imagination be your guide.

**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***These patterns are copyright YARNutopia © so PLEASE DO NOT COPY, SHARE, ADJUST OR RESELL MY PATTERN. I wrote and tested this pattern myself, from beginning to end. It took a lot of time and work, and I would really like to have it remain “my pattern.”

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
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Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Get the full kit of supplies here!!

Materials:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Black
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in White
-Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Pumpkin
–H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half-Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet (YO twice)
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only

Notes:
-This Table runner is 41 inches long (105 cm) and 20 inches wide (53 cm)
-You can attach your squares any way you’d like, I do the whip stitch, but you can do any stitch you prefer.
Check out this blog post at the top, there is a video tutorial on different attaching methods

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this table runner:

Spinning Spider Granny Square
Make 2

Click here to find the written pattern for the Spinning Spider Granny Square

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Spinning Spider Granny Square:

The Web We Weave Granny Square
Make 2

Click here to find the written pattern for the Web We Weave Granny Square

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Web We Weave Granny Square:

Solid Granny Square

Make 4:
Make rounds 1-2 in Orange
Make rounds 3-6 in Black

Make 2:
Make rounds 1-2 in White
Make rounds 3-6 in Black

For round 6 on the solid granny square, use Half Double Crochet instead of Double Crochet to have the same size as your other squares.

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make a solid granny square:

Border

See video tutorial for starting point.

Sc in same sp, *sk 1 st, 5 DC in next, sk 1 st, sc in next, repeat from * until next corner, sc in next 2 sps, repeat from * again until end of table runner, put 5 DC in that space.

Again, watch the video tutorial for clear specific visual instructions.

This post contains affiliate links, which means if you click on the link and buy from the linked websites, I will receive a small percentage of the value of your order. The amount you pay is not changed.

Like this table runner? Try making the Star Stitches and Stripes Blanket!

Crochet Tutorial: Autumn Flower Granny Square

September 24, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, autumn, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fall, floral, flower, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, halloween, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, square, squares, stitch, teach, thanksgiving, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

I created this Autumn Flower Granny Square design to add to our 365 Days of Granny Squares project. It uses variety of crochet stitches to create an interesting design! I hope you enjoy making your square!

A couple disclaimers before you start: Be sure to check your tension and use the correct size hook for your square. I demonstrate with an H-5.00mm crochet hook in the video tutorial, but you can make yours bigger or smaller by using a bigger or smaller hook. Also, if yours turns out wonky when you are finished, you may need to block this square to make it nice and flat.

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this square:

**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials:
-Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in as many colors as you want.
-H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors

NOTES:
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this square depending on your tension. I wouldn’t use anything larger than an I-5.5mm Crochet Hook though.
-The finished square measures 6 inches.
-This square is worked from the center outward

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Ch 4, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring.

Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), 11 DC in ring, sl st to beg. ch up 3. (12 sts)
Fasten off.

Rnd 2: Attach yarn with BPSC around any st, ch 2, *BPSC around next st, ch 2, repeat from * around, sl st to first BPSC

Rnd 3: Ch 1, *FPHDC around BPSC, 3 DC in ch 2 sp, repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPHDC. Fasten off.

Rnd 4: Work on sts from round 2: Attach yarn with BPSC around BPSC from round 2, *Ch 4, Sk next BPSC, BPSC around next BPSC from round 2, repeat from * around, sl st to first BPSC. (6 ch 4 sps)

Rnd 5: Ch 1, SC in same st, *[SC, HDC, 3 DC, HDC, SC] in ch 4 sp, SC in BPSC, repeat from * around, sl st to 1st SC.

Rnd 6: Ch 1, SC in same st, *2DC in next 7 sts, SC in next, repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc. Fasten off.

Rnd 7: [BPSC, ch 4, BPSC] around BPSC from round 4, Ch 4, *[BPSC, ch 4, BPSC] around next BPSC from round 4, ch 4, repeat from * around, sl st to first BPSC. (12 ch 4 sps)

Rnds 8: In ch 4 sp: Ch 4 (counts as TR), [3TR ch 2, 4 TR] in same sp, *4 TR in next 2 ch sps, [4TR, ch 2, 4TR] in next ch sp, repeat from * around, sl st to ch up 4.

Rnd 9: In any corner: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), [2DC, ch 2, 3 DC] in same sp, DC in each st around, in corners, put [3DC, ch 2, 3DC] Sl st to beginning ch up 3.
Fasten off.

Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

Crochet Tutorial: Spinning Spider Granny Square

September 21, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, arachnid, arachniphobia, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, black widow, blanket, block, blocks, brown recluse, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, halloween, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, spider, spiders, spinning spider, spooky, square, squares, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, wolf spider, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

I created this Spinning Spider Granny Square design to add to our 365 Days of Granny Squares project. It uses variety of crochet stitches to create an interesting design! I hope you enjoy making your square!

This Spinning Spider Granny Square is a great match for The Web We Weave Granny Square! Make them both into a big blanket for a spooky afghan!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this square:

**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials:
**Get the full kit of supplies here**

–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in as many colors as you want.
–H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Ch 4, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring.

Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), 7 DC in ring, sl st to beg. ch up 3. (8)

Rnd 2: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), WORK IN FLO DC in same st, 2 DC in each st around. Sl st to beg. ch up 3. (16)

Rnd 3: [Ch 6, Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 4 ch’s, sl st in same st on round 2, sl st into next st] 4 times, SC in next st, 4 DC in next 2 sts, SC in next st, sl st in next st, [Ch 6, Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 4 ch’s, sl st in same st on round 2, sl st into next st] 4 times. Leave last 4 sts unworked. Fasten off.

Rnd 4: Attach yarn to unworked BLO of round 1. Ch up 3, (Counts as DC), DC in next, Ch 3, *DC in next 2 sts, ch 3, Repeat from * around, sl st to beg ch up 3.

Rnd 5: In any ch 3 sp: *[3DC, ch 2, 3 DC, ch 2], repeat from * in each ch 3 sp, sl st to beg ch up 3. (see video tutorial for visual instructions)

Rnd 6: In any corner: Ch 3 (counts as DC), [DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in same sp, * Ch 1, Sk 1, DC in next, ch 1, sk 1, [DC, ch 1, DC] in ch 2 sp, ch 1, sk 1, dc in next, ch 1, sk 1, [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, repeat from * around. Sl st to beg. ch up 3.

Rnd 7: Start in a 2nd DC on the side: See video tutorial at minute 24 for specific location. Ch 1. SC in same st tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, *sc in next dc tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, sc in next dc tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, sc in next 2 sts, [2sc, ch2, 2sc] in corner. sc in each st across to next corner. [2sc, ch 2, 2 sc] in next corner. sc in next 2 sts, sc in ch 1 sp, sc in next st tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, sc in next dc tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, repeat from * around. Ending with a sc in last ch 1 sp. sl st to 1st sc of this round.

Rnds 8 & 9: Ch up 3, DC in each st around, [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in each corner. sl st to beginning ch up 3.

Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

Like this square?? Try the Web We Weave Granny Square!!

Looking for a great project to make using this square? Make the Halloween Table Runner today!
Follow this link to see the pattern!

Crochet Tutorial: Gorilla Hat

September 17, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gorilla, halloween, handmade, harambe, hat, hoodie, how to, how to crochet, johnny, learn, pattern, sing, stitch, tarzan, teach, turk, tutorial, universal studios, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 11 Comments

Whether it’s for a costume, a winter hat, or giving this for a gift, you will go bananas over this fun character hat and find it very a-peel-ing!! There’s a new musical animation film coming out in December. One of the characters from the movie inspired this cute earflap hat. I made this cutie patootie Gorilla Hat just in time for Halloween and the holidays! My nephew is a lil’ gorilla and makes the best model!!

gorilla

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this hat:

***You can always contact me if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.
***These patterns are copyright YARNutopia © so PLEASE DO NOT COPY, SHARE, ADJUST OR RESELL MY PATTERN. I wrote and tested this pattern myself, from beginning to end. It took a lot of time and work, and I would really like to have it remain “my pattern.”
***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!
Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)

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Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
Questions? Leave a comment!
You may sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my name and Etsy Shop (YARNutopia).
Please do not copy and post this pattern and claim it as your own.

View the full kit of supplies you will need for this project here!!

Materials:
–Lion Brand Homespun Thick & Quick Yarn in Edwardian (Specifics on yardage is in the intro of the video tutorial)
–Lion Brand Hometown USA in Oakland Black
–Red Heart Super Saver yarn in Black
–Red Heart Super Saver yarn in Gray
–Red Heart Super Saver yarn in White
–Size K-6.50mm Crochet Hook
–Size H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
–Stitch Marker
–Poly-fil for stuffing

You can buy any of the items in this kit. Buy all or buy one item. Check it out to see the supplies you can get online to make this project!

NOTES:
-I do not have smaller sizes for this hat, it is made for a Child size.
-You can easily adjust this size to make it bigger by adding increase rounds and more rows to make it longer. Check out this page for tips on hat sizes.

Special Stitches:
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
BLO: Work in the Back Loop Only

Hat
With Homespun and Bulky yarn together
Ch 4, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring (or start with Magic Ring)
Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), 8 DC into ring, sl st to ch up 3. (9)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, 2 DC in each sp between sts around. sl st to ch up 3. (18)
Rnd 3: Ch 3, DC in same sp as ch up 3, DC in next sp, * 2 DC in next, DC in next, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning ch up 3. (27)
Rnd 4: Ch up 3, DC in same sp as ch up 3, DC in next sp, * 2 DC in next, DC in next 2 sps, repeat from * around, Sl st to ch up 3. (36)
Rnd 5-9: Ch up 3, DC in each st around, Sl st to ch up 3. (36)

Earflaps:
First earflap:
Row 1: Ch up 3, (Counts as DC), DC in next 4. (5)

Row 2: Ch up 3, Turn, DC in between each st. (5)

Row 3: Ch up 3, Turn, DC2TOG, DC in last 2 sps. (4)

Row 4: Ch up 3, Turn, DC3TOG.
Fasten off, weave in end.

Second Earflap
See video tutorial for specific location
Repeat as 1st earflap.

Snout: Use Red Heart Yarn in Gray and H-5.00mm Crochet Hook

Ch 2
Rnd 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: Sc 2 in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next st) 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 4 st) 6 times. (36)
Rnd 7: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 5 sts) 6 times. (42)
Rnds 8 & 9: Sc in each st around. (42)
Fasten of with long tail for sewing.
Embroider Mouth to snout.
See video tutorial for visual instructions

Stuff snout and sew to hat.

Behind the Eyes:

Eyes: Make 2
With White
Ch 2
Rnd 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: Sc 2 in each st. (12)
Rnd 3: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next st) 6 times. (18)
Rnds 4-6: Sc in each st around. (18)

Pupil: Make 2
With Black
Ch 2
Rnd 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)

Assembly step:
Sew pupils to eyeball, stuff eye, and sew to hat.

Nose:
Ch 4
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across (3)
Row 2-16: Ch 1, Turn, SC in each st across.
Fasten off with long tail.
See video tutorial for visual instructions to form nose and sew to snout.

Eyebrow:
In black
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 4 SC in 2nd ch from hook (4)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (8)
Stuff a little as you go,
Rnds 3-18: SC in each st around. (8)
Rnd 19: SC2Tog 4 times, Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
See video tutorial on how to stuff and sew to hat.

Ears: Make 2 in Gray
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to 1st sc.
Rnd 2: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), DC in same st, 2 HDC in next 2 sts, 2 DC in next, 2 HDC in next 2 sts, sl st to ch up 3. (12)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 SC in first 2 sts, 1 Sc in next 4 sts, 2 SC in next 2 sts, 1 SC in last 4 sts, (16)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly step:
Cut a bunch of scrap yarn, tie to top of hat for hair, comb it out for fuzzy hair
Make braids on each earflap.

Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

Like this hat? Try making the Ninja Turtle Hat!

Heart Will Lead You Home Blanket

September 15, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects Tags: afghan, afghan block, africa, auction, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, charity, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, flower, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fundraiser, granny, granny square, handmade, heart, heart will lead you home, home, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, queen, run jesse, runjesse, square, squares, stitch, teach, the heart, tutorial, uganda, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 6 Comments

A little over a month ago, I began to put this piece together. As I started to place the order of the granny squares, it suddenly made sense to artistically place them in a spiral pattern as if it is a path leading to a destination. After moving each piece around it made sense to have the ‘trail’ end with a big heart. Hence the name, Heart Will Lead You Home Blanket. Little did I know that it was taking me on the path of finding its way to meaning more than just a granny square blanket.

More than a blanket, it tells a story

Although it starts as a series of squares, sometimes a project becomes more than just that and takes on a life of it’s own. It becomes a piece of art or a purpose. This blanket was that and more for me! Using basic granny square stitches I connected my trail of squares that made up my spiral design. Then, using the same stitch, I completed the body of the blanket in 4 parts. Working inward from each side and up and down in the center, I was able to achieve the look I was hoping for. After that, I needed to frame it and the border had to tie this all together. I stumbled upon this border by Rainbow Knits and I knew that it would be the perfect addition. The border design was the right touch to finishing this off beautifully. Props to the designer for clear and precise instructions for helping me top off this blanket with such lovely detail. And, who doesn’t love hearts!?

There’s a reason

Earlier this year, I was visiting with Nate’s aunt and uncle, and during the conversation it came up about a community fundraising auction where the money raised would provide fresh water for villages in Uganda. Upon doing some research on this local (their small community of 9,100 people) organization, I found that it was created and run in memory of a young man who lost his life in a car accident at 17 years old. Runjesse.com provides aid to numerous causes throughout their community and the world.

I knew that I had to get involved so I reached out to the organizer who happens to be the mother of the young man who lost his life. I offered to donate my blanket to be auctioned off as part of their upcoming fundraiser in hopes that the money donated can provide fresh water to those in need. She was so gracious and kind. Through research, I saw her own efforts to make this happen in photos of her in the villages in Africa doing great works of providing water to remote areas. Do you realize that 8 Million people in Uganda don’t have access to safe water, and over 4,000 children die every year from diarrhea caused by unsafe water and poor sanitation?! It occurred to me that in this small community, one heart, one individual, surrounded by the support of a community and the world, can make a difference and make change locally and abroad. The heart border surrounding the trail leading to one heart at the end seemed so appropriate for this! It all made sense. It was perfectly symbolic. A family, a tiny community, can begin to heal by making such a positive impact out of a heartbreaking and tragic loss.

For anyone who has been through something life changing, tragic, or negative, taking that experience and turning it into good can be incredibly healing. It may NEVER take away the pain fully, but having purpose can make an enormous amount of difference in dealing with pain. Big or small, we all have the ability to help and support one another and even change the world in a small way.

This project has a larger purpose

As we come to the last few months of our granny squares, each blanket made has or will be donated or shared with someone in need or someone who will benefit from this work that I am doing. In my final blog, at the end of this year, I will provide more information on where each piece will hopefully find it’s way to and will continue until each square is included in a blanket and each blanket finds a home.

As always, thank you for being part of this 365 Day journey. Each stitch we share, each square we create, each project we complete is one step closer to making our world a little warmer place to be…

Much love, Nadia ♥

Below is the final blanket piece and the list of squares used.

Starting from the top left, working our way to the center:
Number 133
Number 125
Number 66
Number 210
Number 114
Number 163
Number 9
Number 157
Number 122
Number 151
Number 139
Number 148
Number 136
Number 180
Number 143
Number 152
Number 85
Number 63
Number 184
Number 188
Number 206
Number 208
Number 177
Number 135
Number 137
Number 176
Number 159
Number 67
Number 149
Number 141
Number 42

To make the border, follow this link to get the pattern

To see all 365 Days of Granny Squares click here.

Crochet Tutorial: Diamond Block Granny Square

September 14, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, diamond, diamond block, diamonds, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, square, squares, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

I created this Diamond Block Granny Square design to add to our 365 Days of Granny Squares project. It uses variety of crochet stitches to create an interesting design! I hope you enjoy making your square!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this granny square:

**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials:
-Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in as many colors as you want.
-H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Ch 4, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring.

Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), 2 DC in ring. ch 2, 3DC in ring, ch 2, 3 DC in ring, ch 2, 3 DC in ring, ch 2, sl st to ch up 3.

Rnd 2: In any corner ch 2 sp: Ch 1, FPDC in st to the right of corner (See video tutorial for specific stitch), *HDC in next 3 sts, FPDC around DC after corner, CH 3, FPDC around DC before corner, Repeat from * ending with FPDC and ch 3. sl st to beg. FPDC.

Rnd 3: In any ch 3 corner sp: ch up 1, 2 SC in same sp, *SC in next st, HDC in next st, [2 DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in next, HDC in next, SC in next, 2 sc in ch 3 sp, repeat from * around. sl st to 1st sc. Fasten off.

Rnd 4: In any ch 2 corner sp: ch 1, 2 SC in same sp, * SC in next, HDC in next, DC in next 2, 2 TR in next, ch 2, 2 TR in next, DC in next 2 sts, HDC in next, SC in next, 2 SC in next ch sp, repeat from * around, sl st to beg. sc.

Rnd 5: Ch up 3, DC in each st around, in ch sps put [2dc, ch 2, 2 dc], sl st to beg ch up 3.

Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

Crochet Tutorial: Faux Fur Trapper Hat

September 11, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: anthropologie, aviation, aviator, basic, beanie, beginner, blogger, bulky, cap, caps, chilly, classic design, cold, crochet, crochet fur, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, detail, fancy, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, faux, faux fur, fiber, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fur, furry, fuzzy, handmade, hat, high fashion, hoodie, how to, how to crochet, knit, learn, lion brand yarns, pattern, poofy, puff ball, red heart boutique, red heart yarns, teach, trapper, trapper hat, tutorial, video, video tutorial, warm, winter, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 4 Comments

Oh, baby, it’s cold outside! Winter is right around the corner! Get a head start on beating the cold with my chunky yarn Faux Fur Trapper Hat that is sure to cut the cold with all the furry detail! This contemporary spin on a classic design is sure to be a big hit with even the most picky fashionistas on your gift list!

Whether it’s for the slopes or heading outside on a chilly morn, this is the first thing you will want to grab on your way out the door! This versatile hat can be made with or without the faux fur. Get creative with your faux fur choice or add some fleece fabric and sew that on! Choose from a variety of colors and make one for everyone on your holiday list! This is a simple yet stylish pattern that is sure to see a lot of use in winter!

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Pattern:

Materials:
-Lion Brand Hometown USA yarn in Los Angeles Tan (160 Yards)
-Red Heart Boutique Fur (13 yards)
-Size K-6.50mm Crochet Hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors

NOTES:
-I do not have smaller sizes for this hat, it is made for a teen/adult size.
-You can use any bulky yarn you want to use and any fur, I would recommend a K-6.50mm crochet hook, but you can use any hook to make it bigger or smaller (smaller hook, smaller hat)

Special Stitches:
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet
BLO: Work in the Back Loop Only
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
FPTR: Front Post Treble Crochet

Hat
With Tan Bulky Yarn
Ch 6, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring (or start with Magic Ring)
Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), 9 DC into ring, sl st to ch up 3. (10)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, FPDC around same st, [DC, FPDC] in each st around. Sl st to beg. ch up 3. (20)
Rnd 3: Ch up 3, DC in same st, FPDC around next, [2 DC in next st, FPDC around FPDC], repeat around. sl st to beg. ch up 3. (30)
Rnd 4: Ch up 3, DC in each st around. Sl st to beg ch up 3. (30)
Rnd 5: (See video tutorial for visual instructions) Ch up 3, DC in next 3 sts, FPTR around FPDC from round 3, FPTR around next FPDC from round 3, DC in next 5 sts on round 4, *[FPTR around next FPDC from round 3] twice, DC in next 6 sts from round 4, Repeat from * around ending with DC in last 5 sts. Sl st to beg. ch up 3.
Rnd 6: Ch up 3, DC in 3 sts, FPDC around BOTH FPTR’s decreasing them together. DC in 5, *FPDC around BOTH FPTR’s DC in 6 sts, Repeat from * around ending with DC in last 5. Sl st to beg. ch up 3.
Rnd 7: Ch up 3, DC in each st and [DC, FPDC] in every FPDC. (40)
Rnd 8: Ch up 3, DC in same st, 1 DC in next 3 sts, *2 DC in next, 1 DC in next 3 sts, repeat from * around. Sl st to beg. ch up 3. (50)
Rnd 9: Ch up 3, *DC in each st until a st that is worked into a FPDC, FPTR in the FPDC from round 7, Repeat from * around. sl st to beg. ch up 3. (50)
Rnd 10: Ch up 3, DC in each st and FPDC in every FPTR. (50)
Rnd 11: Ch up 3, DC in each st and FPDC in every FPDC. (50)

Earflaps: Make 2
Row 1: Ch 4, sl st to beg ch to form a ring. Ch up 3, 9 DC in ring. Sl st to ch up 3. (10)

Row 2: Ch up 3, DC in same st, 2 DC in same st, leave last 2 sts unworked. Ch 3 Turn.

Row 3: DC in same st, DC in next, *2 DC in next, DC in next, repeat from * across

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Inner Earflap: Make 2.
Ch 6 (or as many chains that will cover the inside of the earflap)
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across
Row 2-4: Ch 1, turn, SC in each st across
If you need to do more rows, continue to do more rows until you are satisfied. Then Fasten off and sew to earflap.
See video tutorial for visual instructions on sewing

Front of hat:
With Fur
Ch 10 (or as many chains that will cover the front of the hat)
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across
Row 2-4: Ch 1, turn, SC in each st across
If you need to do more rows, continue to do more rows until you are satisfied. Then Fasten off and sew to hat.
See video tutorial for visual instructions on sewing

Make braids and poms for the top of the hat and the earflaps.
See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Weave in all ends!

Enjoy!!

Crochet Tutorial: Pastel Overload Granny Square

September 5, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, square, squares, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

I created this Pastel Overload Granny Square design to add to our 365 Days of Granny Squares project. It uses variety of crochet stitches to create an interesting design! I hope you enjoy making your square!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this granny square:

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Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials:
-Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in as many colors as you want.
-H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors

NOTES:
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this square depending on your tension. I wouldn’t use anything larger than an I-5.5mm Crochet Hook though.
-The finished square measures 6.5 inches.
-This square is worked from the center outward

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

Ch 4, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring.

Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), 6DC in ring. sl st to beg. ch 3.

Rnd 2: In any st: Ch 3, DC in st to the right of ch up 3, DC in st to left of ch up 3, DC in same st as ch up 3, *DC in next free st, DC in prev. st. repeat from * around. Sl st to Ch up 3. (16 DC) If this round is confusing, see video tutorial for visual instructions.

Rnd 3: In any st, ch up 3, DC in next st, ch 3, *dc2tog, ch 3, repeat from * around, sl st to 1st DC.

Rnd 4: In any ch 3 sp: Beg. Cluster, *Ch 5, cluster in next ch 3 sp, repeat from * around, sl st to beg. cluster.

Rnd 5: Work in ch 3 sps from round 3: Ch up 6 (counts as TR + Ch 2), TR in same sp on other side of cluster, *TR in next ch 3 sp, Ch 2, TR in same sp on other side of cluster, repeat from * around, sl st to 4th ch of beg. ch 6.

Rnd 6: In any ch 2 sp: Ch 3 (counts as DC), [3 DC, ch 2, 4 DC] in same sp, * ch 2, 4 DC in next sp, ch 2, [4 DC, ch 2, 4 DC] in next sp, repeat from * around. sl st to beg ch up 3.

Rnd 7: ch up 1. sc in each st, 2 sc in each ch 2 sp, and [2sc, ch 2, 2sc] in each corner.

Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

Crochet Tutorial: Classic Man Scarf

September 4, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan block, apparel, baby blanket, basic, beanie, beginner, blanket, boy, boyfriend, boyfriend scarf, boys, classic, classic man, classy, cool, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, cute, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, front loop, front post, front post crochet, gentleman, granny square, handmade, handsome, hip, hipster, honey, honeycomb, honeycomb crochet, how to, how to crochet, learn, male, male model, man, manly, masculine, men, men style, men's apparel, mens, mens fashion, model, modeling, neckwarmer, pattern, scarf, stitch, style, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 12 Comments

It starts with a chill in the air and dew on the grass, the time of the year when we begin to add an extra layer for warmth. Why not do that in style for someone you love? With a touch of old-fashioned elegance and sophisticated elements of Jay Gatsby, The Classic Man Scarf is the perfect accessory for the man in your life. I have a personal bias with this particular model, being that he happens to be the man in MY life! This scarf is very versatile and can be worn in a multitude of ways as shown in these photos. The length provides possibility for many different looks.

I combined a variety of stitches and textures to create this lovely piece that is sure to please even the most fashion conscious individual. Using the waffle stitch, half double crochet ribbed stitches, and waves, this multi-textured scarf is a perfect design for anyone. My design was made with three colors of soft yarn giving it all the comfort and warmth needed when we can’t get away from the cold weather.

Whether it’s a cool autumn day and Jack Frost is nipping at your nose or there is a Polar Vortex chilling you to the bone, The Classic Man Scarf is the perfect accessory for all those times you need to keep yourself nice and toasty, but still look fantastic doing it!

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Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this scarf:

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Pattern:

Materials:

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–Caron Simply Soft in Charcoal (250 Yards)
–Caron Simply Soft in Black (210 Yards)
–Premier Ever Soft Yarn in blue (Less than 50 yards)
–Size G/6-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-You can use any type of yarn you want for this project as long as you have about 510 yards of yarn.
-You can use as many colors as you want and you don’t have to make this a masculine scarf if you want to make it in feminine colors, this would be pretty for anybody!
-This scarf measures 66 inches (167 cm) long, but you can continue the repeat and make it bigger if you want.
-The main part (wavy stitch) of this scarf is in multiples of 14+2 so you can make this as big as you want.

Scarf
Main portion (Wavy)
With Charcoal
Ch 184 (Or any multiple of 14 + 2)
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook, [SC in next, HDC in next 2, DC in next 2, TR in next 3, DC in next 2, HDC in next 2, SC in next 2], repeat across. SC in last st.
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in 1st st, *SC in next, HDC in next 2, DC in next 2, TR in next 3, DC in next 2, HDC in next 2, SC in next 2, repeat from * across. SC in last st. turn.
Row 3: With Black, Work in the 3rd Loop of each st, ch up 3, DC in each st across. (See video tutorial to see where 3rd loop is)
Row 4: With Charcoal: Sl St in each St across.
Row 5: Ch 4 (counts as TR), *TR in next, DC in next 2, HDC in next 2, SC in next 3, HDC in next 2, DC in next 2, TR in next 3, repeat from * across. End with TR in last st.
Row 6: Repeat Row 5
Row 7: Repeat Row 3 with Black yarn
Row 8: Repeat Row 4
Row 9-16: Repeat Rows 1-8 Once more
Row 17: Repeat Row 1 with Charcoal
Row 18: Repeat Row 2
Round 19: Ch up 3, DC in same st, work down the short side of the scarf, DC 32 sts evenly down the side (see video tutorial for specifics on where to place sts), when you get to the foundation row,

Sides:
Row 1: With Blue: Start in the middle DC in corner. Ch 1, HDC in each st to next corner middle DC (32 sts)

Row 2: CH 1, HDC in each st across.

Rows 3-7: Repeat Row 2

Change Color

Row 8: Ch 3 (counts as DC), DC across, turn. (32)

Row 9: Ch 3, [DC in next st, FPDC in next, DC in next 2] 10 times, ch 3 turn.

Row 10: DC in next 2 sts, [FPDC in next 2 sts, DC in next st] 9 times, DC in last 2 sts.

Rows 11-20: Repeat Rows 9 and 10

Row 21: DC across. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

“Being a true gentleman never goes out of fashion.” ~Unknown

~Nadia

Did you like this scarf?? Make the Gentleman’s Scarf next!

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The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns

Crochet Tutorial: The Web We Weave Granny Square

September 1, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in granny squares Tags: 365 days of granny squares, afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, creepy, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, halloween, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, spider, spider web, spiders, square, squares, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, web, web we weave, woven, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 5 Comments

I created The Web We Weave Granny Square design to add to our 365 Days of Granny Squares project. It uses quite a few chain stitches to create a look of a spider web! You can make this with the traditional black and white colors or you can get crazy with it and use bright colors or make your square bigger and just increase your chains each round to make your web larger! I hope you enjoy making your square!

This Spinning Spider Granny Square is a great match for The Web We Weave Granny Square! Make them both into a big blanket for a spooky afghan!

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this granny square:

**You can always contact me via Facebook if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.

***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

Pattern:

Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials:
**Get the full kit of supplies here!!**

–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in White
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Black
–H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this square depending on your tension. I wouldn’t use anything larger than an I-5.5mm Crochet Hook though.
-The finished square measures 6.5 inches
-This square is worked from the center outward

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half-Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.

With Black:
SOLID GRANNY SQUARE:
Ch 4, sl st to beginning to form a ring

Rnd 1: Ch 4 (counts as DC + Ch 1 Sp), [DC, Ch 1] 7 times into ring. Sl st to 3rd ch of beg. ch 4. (8ch sps, 8 DC)

Rnd 2: Sl st into Ch sp, ch up 3, [2dc, ch 2, 3 dc] in same sp, *3dc in next ch sp, [3dc, ch 2, 3dc] in next ch sp, repeat from * around. Sl st to beg. ch up 3.

Rnd 3-5: Ch up 3, DC in each st around putting [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corners

WEB:
With white, Attach yarn in center ring (see video tutorial)

Rnd 1: Ch up 5 (counts as DC + Ch 2 sp), [DC, ch 2] 7 times in center ring, sl st to 3rd ch of beg. ch 5. If this gets confusing, see the video tutorial, it explains it a lot better.

Rnd 2: Ch 1, FPDC around ch up 3, [ch 3, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 3, sl st around FPDC

Rnd 3: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 4, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 4, sl st around FPDC

Rnd 4: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 5, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 5, sl st around FPDC

Rnd 5: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 6, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 6, sl st around FPDC

Rnd 6: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 7, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 7, sl st around FPDC

Rnd 7: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 8, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 8, sl st around FPDC

Rnd 8: Sl st into ch 8 sp, Sc in center st on background square and in next sts until the corner working in the ch sp and in each st (see video tutorial for visual instructions), *In corner, work in the FPDC st and in the corner ch 2 sp and put [sc, ch 2, sc], then work in the next ch 8 sp and in the next 10 sts and put a sc in each st, then sc in the fpdc and in the st behind it on the background square, then work in the next ch 8 sp and in the rest of the sts on the side until you get to the corner and then repeat from * around.

Fasten off, Weave in ends.

Enjoy!!

“O, what a tangled web we weave…” ~Walter Scott

~Nadia

Like this square? Try the Spinning Spider Granny Square!!