Crochet Tutorial: Steampunk and Stars Cowl

January 28, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, buckle, buckles, buttons, chains, cowl, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fringe, gears, handmade, how to, how to crochet, joy creator, kafiyah, key, keys, learn, machinery, major key, neck, neckwarmer, neckwrap, pattern, picot, punk, punk rock, red heart yarns, ruffle, scarf, scarfie, star, star stitch, stars, steam, steampunk, stitch, teach, tutorial, unforgettable, v-neck, victorian, video, video tutorial, vneck, wool, wrap, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 4 Comments

steam·punk: /ˈstēmˌpəNGk/ noun — a style of design and fashion that combines historical elements with anachronistic technological features inspired by science fiction.

This Steampunk and Stars Cowl has me feeling fierce! This design includes elements like buttons, cogs, chains, and leather to add to the steampunk fashion feel. I was working to achieve a more edgy design by adding asymmetry.

Change this look up by eliminating or replacing the buttons with other embellishments. Add fringe to both sides. Change the yarn color for an entirely different look. Bright colors would add whimsy whereas dark colors would add edge.

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this Steampunk and Stars Cowl:

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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:

Click here to get the kit of supplies for this project!

–Red Heart Yarns Unforgettable in Thunder
(EDIT: Thunder is Out of Stock, You could use any color you want though!)
–K-6.50mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Steampunk Buttons (You can find these at any craft shop)
–Chain links (one Large and one Small) I got all my embellishments at Jo-Ann Fabrics
–Pliers for opening and closing chains
–Leather Buckle Clasp
–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
Star Stitch
SC3TOG: Single Crochet 3 Together

Pattern:

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

Ch 71 or any odd number

Row 1: In 2nd ch, YO, pull through, and in each of next 4 chs (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same ch as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 chs (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * across, ending with HDC in last ch, turn. (32 stars)

Row 2: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (65 sc)

Row 3: Ch 2 (counts as st), pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * across, ending with hdc in last sc.

Rows 4-10: Repeat rows 2 and 3

Row 11: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 15 more times. HDC in next st, (17 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 12: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (35 sc)

Row 13: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 13 more times. HDC in next st, (15 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 14: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (31 sc)

Row 15: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 11 more times. HDC in next st, (13 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 16: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (27 sc)

Row 17: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 9 more times. HDC in next st, (11 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 18: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (23 sc)

Row 19: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 7 more times. HDC in next st, (9 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 20: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (19 sc)

Row 21: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 5 more times. HDC in next st, (7 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 22: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (15 sc)

Row 23: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 3 more times. HDC in next st, (5 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 24: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (11 sc)

Row 25: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, *pick up a loop in the ch 1 you just made, pick up a loop through the last loop of the star st you just made, pick up a loop through same st as last loop of star you just made, pick up a loop in each of next 2 sts (6 loops on hook), YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, ch 1, rep from * 1 more time. HDC in next st, (3 star sts total), leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 26: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next star st, 2 sc in ch 1 sp of each star st across, ending with 1 sc in top of turning ch, turn. (7 sc)

Row 27: Ch 1, Sl st in first 2 sts, Ch up 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, pick up a loop in the back ridge of same ch, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, YO and pull through all 6 loops on hook, CH 1, HDC in next st, (1 star total), Leave the rest of the sts unworked.

Row 28: Ch 1, SC in HDC, SC in ch 1 sp of next st, SC in turning ch, turn. (3 sc)

Row 29: SC3TOG, Ch 1.

SC around entire piece (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Picot up one edge of angle.
Picot: *SC in next, ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook, sc in next st, repeat from * until you are done with making the picot sts.

Add fringe to other side of angle part.
Add buttons, chains, buckles.
See video tutorial for embellishment placements.

Enjoy!!

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

Like this Cowl?? Make the Star Stitches and Stripes Chunky Blanket!!

Crochet Tutorial: Woven Dreams Baby Blanket

January 25, 2017 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 4 Comments

This “Woven Dreams Baby Blanket” is my latest design using the newest addition of Red Heart Yarns Soft Essentials in Jungle Stripes and Minty. This fabulous fiber has a thick plush texture and works up beautifully to create this stunning piece!

This yarn is so soft and plush. It’s perfect for making baby blankets. You can continue this pattern to make this blanket larger. I pieced this blanket together with 7 inch squares using front-post and back-post stitches to create a woven look which is a little different than the well-known basket weave stitch. I made a checkerboard design using alternating yarns. I bordered this blanket with a criss-cross stitch.

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

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 Yarns Soft Essentials in Minty (4 skeins)
–Red Heart Yarns Soft Essentials Stripes in Jungle Stripes (4 skeins)
-J-6.00mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make these smaller or bigger.
-You will need 964 Yards of yarn for this whole project. (4 skeins of each color)
-My blanket is 36 inches (92 cm)
-Different Afghan Sizes can be found in the middle of this page here.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
RSC: Reverse Single Crochet
BPDC: Back Post 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.

MAKE 5 squares in Minty and 4 squares in Jungle Stripes

Square:

Ch 23 (or any multiple of 3 +2)
Row 1: DC in 4th Ch from hook and across (21 sts)
Row 2: Ch 2 (Does NOT count as a stitch here and throughout) FPDC on first 3 sts, *BPDC on next 3 sts, FPDC on next 3 sts, repeat from * across, ending with FPDC, turn. (21 sts)
Rows 3-14: Repeat Row 2
Single crochet around the entire square (See video tutorial for specific locations to put stitches)
Fasten off.

Assembly Step:
Sew all 9 pieces together (See video tutorial for visual instructions on how to sew your squares together)

Border:

Start in a corner (middle sc)
Round 1: SC in each st around putting 3 sc in middle sc’s of the corners, Sl st to beg. sc.
Round 2: Starting in a middle SC of a corner, Ch up 3 (Counts as DC), [DC, ch 2, 2DC] in same st, *Sk next st, DC in next st, DC in sk’d st, repeat from * until middle sc of next corner, [2DC, ch 2, 2DC] in corner, repeat around.
IF your stitches do not line up, see video tutorial for a little tip (*wink wink*)
Round 3: In any corner ch sp: Ch up 3, [DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in same sp, *[sk next st, DC in next st, DC in sk’d st] across until next corner, [2DC, ch 2, 2DC] in corner, repeat from * around, sl st to ch up 3.
Round 4-10: Repeat round 3 changing color every 3 rounds.
Continue working rounds until your blanket is as large as you want it to be.
Reverse single crochet around the entire piece to clean up edge. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Enjoy!!

A Treasured Heirloom

January 24, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Uncategorized Tags: afghan, afghan block, 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 8 Comments

I received this incredible gift this past weekend from my mom’s cousin, Janez. This blanket was crocheted by my maternal great-grandmother, Rose. I never knew my great-grandmother, so to have a piece of her work knowing we share this bond and love of crochet, leaves me humbled and speechless. Here is a photo of my great-grandmother, Rose in her later years.

There are no words to describe how much this means to me. Thank you, thank you, Janez. I love this so much!

I was told several times how my great-grandmother loved to crochet. Many conversations with my mom revolved around the fact that I must have inherited some of my talents from her. Until I received this gift, did it really hit me that I actually did share this with her. Even though I never knew her, it gave me chills to know that part of her lives on in me.

Having never known her, this gift opened up a discussion about my great grandmother on things I never knew. My mom and her cousin shared photos with me. I was able to see her wedding photos and photos of her youth.

I heard she had crocheted her entire life. That was something she truly enjoyed. Everyone received homemade gifts from her for Christmas and other holidays.

This piece is incredible

First off, I am going to guess the age of this blanket is approximately 40 years old. Upon examining it, I could not identify the exact fiber, but I believe that it is an acrylic blend fiber that is very heavy! The workmanship is impeccable and her squares are perfect. She didn’t turn her work and she slip-stitched the squares together to form the blanket. Each square measures 8 inches and overall, the dimensions are 40 inches X 56 inches. Her granny squares are on point!! After 365 Days of creating granny squares, I feel like I’ve come full circle receiving this granny square blanket that is so special!!

Not only did I spend time learning to read her techniques through her stitches, but knowing that she spent time lovingly constructing this with her own hands was pretty incredible.

It is a treasure that I plan to keep for a lifetime.

Sometimes the smallest gestures mean the most. I can never express how much Janez’s gift means to me. There are no words that relay the magnitude of how special this is.

“The love in our family flows strong and deep, leaving us memories to treasure and keep.” ~Unknown

~Nadia

Crochet Tutorial: Sharp Dressed Man Vest

January 22, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in clothing, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, cable, cardigan, classic, classy, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, man, mens, pattern, red heart yarns, shirt, stitch, sweater, sweatervest, sweatshirt, teach, tee, tutorial, vest, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarns, yarnutopia 10 Comments

Over the course of the week, I designed and created this Sharp Dressed Man Vest. This semi-formal fashion piece for men can be paired with a shirt and tie or worn over a plain jersey shirt. A versatile piece that would be perfect for the man in your life. A collection of stitches provide rich texture and great elements of design in this two-toned sweater vest.

I want to give a special shout out to Nate for waking up early and braving the freezing cold weather to model this piece. He wears it so well! I really go crazy over this Sharp Dressed Man!

The best thing about this Sharp Dressed Man vest is that with a bit of basic math, the stitch calculations can be adjusted for any size!! From infant to adult this design can be modified for anyone!

Although I didn’t make this design with pockets, adding that detail would be an easy adjustment for an entirely new look.

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this vest:

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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:

Click here to get the full kit of supplies to make this vest!!

–Red Heart Yarns Soft in Charcoal
–Red Heart Yarns Soft in Mid Blue
(~1,020 Yards of yarn total)
818 yards of Charcoal and 200 yards of Mid Blue
-G-4.25mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Buttons
–Yarn Needle
–Stitch Markers
–Scissors

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

Pattern:

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

Back panel

Ch 82 or any even number that measures half of your chest measurement
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook, *DC in next, SC in next, repeat from across. ch 1, turn. (81)

Row 2: DC in 1st st, *SC in next, DC in next, Repeat from * across. Ch 1, turn. (81)

Row 3: SC in 1st st, *DC in next, SC in next, repeat from * across. Ch 1, turn. (81)

Rows 4-39: Repeat rows 2 and 3 until your piece is as long as you need to fit under the armpit (see video tutorial), Mine is approx. 12 inches long. End on a repeat of Row 3.
When your piece is as long as you need, go on to instructions for Row 40

Row 40: DC2TOG, DC in next, SC in next, Repeat from * across until 2 sts remain, DC2TOG over last 2 sts, Ch 1, turn. (79)

Row 41: SC2TOG, *DC in next, SC, in next, repeat from * across until 2 sts remain, SC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (77)

**When repeating rows, just be sure to do your decrease in the beginning and end of the rows, be sure to put a SC in a DC stitch, and put a DC in a SC stitch when working across the rows. **

Row 42: Repeat Row 40 (75)

Row 43: Repeat Row 41 (73)

Row 44: Repeat Row 40 (71)

Row 45: Repeat Row 41 (69)

Row 46: Repeat Row 40 (67)

Row 47: Repeat Row 41 (65)

See video tutorial to learn how to make this smaller for other sizes

Row 48: Repeat Row 2 (65)

Row 49: Repeat Row 3

Row 50-65: Repeat Rows 2 and 3
Fasten off with a long tail for sewing.

Front Right Panel:
Ch 36 or any multiple of 7 + 1
Row 1: HDC in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn. (35)

Row 2: *HDC in 3 sts, FPHDC in next, Repeat from * across. Ch 1, Turn. (35)

Row 3: *HDC in 3 sts, BPHDC in next, repeat from * across. Ch 1, turn. (35)

Rows 4-35: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until piece measures 12 inches or until you are to the point where you need to decrease around arm. (See video tutorial)

Row 36: HDC2TOG, HDC in next, FPHDC in next, *HDC in next 3, FPHDC on next, Repeat from * Until 2 sts remain, HDC2TOG on last 2 sts. Ch 1, Turn. (33)

Row 37: HDC2TOG, *BPHDC on next st, HDC in next 3, repeat from * across until 2 sts remain, HDC2TOG, ch 1 turn. (31)

Row 38: HDC in 1st st, FPHDC on next st, HDC2TOG, HDC in next, *FPHDC on next st, HDC in next 3 sts, repeat from * across until 5 sts remaining, HDC in next, HDC2TOG, FPHDC on next st, HDC in last st. (29)

Row 39: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 2 sts, BPHDC on next, *HDC in next 3 sts, BPHDC in next, repeat from * across ending with HDC, HDC2TOG. Ch 1, Turn. (27)

Row 40: *HDC in 3 sts, FPHDC in next, repeat from * until 2 sts remain, HDC2TOG, ch 1, turn. (26)

Row 41: HDC2TOG, BPHDC on next st, *HDC in next 3 sts, BPHDC on next, Repeat from * across. Ch 1, turn. (25)

Row 42: *HDC in 3 sts, FPHDC on next st, repeat from * across until last 4 sts, HDC2TOG, FPHDC, HDC in last st. Ch 1, Turn. (24)

Row 43: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 2 sts, *BPHDC in next st, HDC in next 3 sts repeat from * across. Ch 1, Turn. (23)

Row 44-58: Repeat Rows 2 and 3
Fasten off weave in ends.

Front Left Panel:
Ch 36 or same as Right Panel
Rows 1-39: Repeat as same as Right Panel

Row 40: HDC2TOG, HDC in next st, *FPHDC in next st, HDC in next 3 sts, repeat from * across, ch 1, Turn. (26)

Row 41: *HDC in 3 sts, BPHDC on next st, Repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, BPHDC, HDC2TOG. Ch 1, Turn. (25)

Row 42: HDC in 1st st, FPHDC in next st, HDC2TOG, HDC in next st, *FPHDC on next st, HDC in next 3 sts, Repeat from * across, ch 1, turn. (24)

Row 43: HDC in 3 sts, BPHDC in next, repeat from * across, until 4 sts remain, BPHDC, HDC in next 2, HDC2TOG on last 2 sts. (23)

Row 44-58: Repeat Rows 2 and 3
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly steps:
Sew all pieces together
See video tutorial for edging

**With Mid Blue for edging:

Sleeves:
Single crochet 4 rows around each sleeve

Edging:
Single crochet across front right panel and around neck and down left side panel, ch 1, turn
Single crochet across, ch 1, turn, Make button holes when you get on the left side panel (See video tutorial),
Make 4 rows in total for single crochet edging.

Bottom edging:
HDC across bottom, ch 1, turn
Row 2: *FPHDC, BPHDC, repeat from * across
Row 3: *BPHDC, FPHDC, repeat from * across
(See video tutorial to add button hole)
Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you have 6 rows total, or more if you want to make this longer.

Assembly step:
Sew buttons to right side panel edging
See video tutorial.

Weave in all ends

Enjoy!!

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

Like this vest? Try the Gentleman’s Scarf!!

Crochet Tutorial: Warm Waffles Handwarmers

January 14, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: arms, basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, double crochet, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, finger, fingerless, fingerless gloves, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gloves, granny square, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, mittens, mitts, pattern, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, waffle, waffle stitch, waffles, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 3 Comments

I’m about to heat things up with my Warm Waffles Hooded Cowl and Handwarmers Set!! Using the Waffle Stitch, I designed this great two-piece combo that will keep you nice and cozy from the cold weather!!

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Hooded Cowl

Whether you are in a subzero climate or in an area with the occasional cold day, this set is perfect for anyone, anywhere. This light weight but warm set is the perfect combination for everyone. It makes a great gift.

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Hooded Cowl

This blog covers how to make the handwarmers. The pattern and video tutorial walks you through step by step how to make these long fingerless gloves that allow freedom to use your hands while still keeping you nice and toasty!

Not only is this a practical set that will see a lot of use, it is very fashionable too!!

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Hooded Cowl

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make these fingerless gloves:

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:
–Willow Yarns Dappled in the color Electric (1 skein 218 yards)
-I-5.50mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make these smaller or bigger.
-You can adjust the size for measurements but these measure 13 inches long and 10 inches around (stretched)
-Since this is a repeat pattern, and it is in the multiple of 4, you can pretty much create this same design with any yarn. I give tips and tricks on how to do so in the intro of both video tutorials. You can use any worsted weight or double knitting yarn. Feel free to use any type of fiber you’d like.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single 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.

MAKE 2

Ch 30 or any multiple of 4 +2
Row 1: DC in 4th ch from hook and across. Turn. (28 sts)

Row 2: Ch up 3 (Counts as DC), *FPDC on next st, DC in next 3 sts, repeat from * across ending with FPDC on next st, DC in last 2 sts. Turn. (28 sts)

Row 3: (Wrong Side) Ch up 3, FPDC on next st, *DC in next st, FPDC on next 3 sts, repeat from * across, ending with DC on next st, DC in last st. Turn. (28 sts)

Row 4: (Right Side) Ch up 3 (Counts as DC), *FPDC on next st, DC in next 3 sts, repeat from * across ending with FPDC on next st, DC in last 2 sts. Turn. (28 sts)

Rows 5-30: Repeat rows 3 and 4 as long as you want it to be.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing up the seam.

Assembly:
Sew up seam and make thumb hole (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Thumb Hole:
Attach yarn around thumb hole
Rnd 1: SC 8 sts evenly around thumb hole, sl st to 1st sc, ch up 1 (8)
Rnd 2-5: SC around, sl st to 1st sc, ch up 1 (8)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Enjoy!!

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

Crochet Tutorial: Warm Waffles Hooded Cowl

January 14, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, breakfast, cap, cowl, cowl neck, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, fingerless gloves, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gloves, hand, handmade, handwarmers, hat, hood, hooded, hoodie, how to, how to crochet, learn, neck warmer, neckwarmer, pattern, scarf, square, squares, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, waffle, waffle stitch, waffles, warm waffles, warmers, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 8 Comments

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Fingerless Gloves

This blog covers how to make the hooded cowl scarf. The pattern and video tutorial walks you through step by step how to make this great piece that can be worn in a combination of ways!

Not only is this a practical set that will see a lot of use, it is very fashionable too!!

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Fingerless Gloves

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this hooded cowl:

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:
–Willow Yarns Dappled in the color Electric (4 skeins total)
-I-5.50mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make these smaller or bigger.
-You can adjust the size for measurements but this one measures 12 inches wide which is 30 centimeters and it is over 6 feet long but you can make it shorter if you’d like.
–Since this is a repeat pattern, and it is in the multiple of 4, you can pretty much create this same design with any yarn. I give tips and tricks on how to do so in the intro of both video tutorials. You can use any worsted weight or double knitting yarn. Feel free to use any type of fiber you’d like.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single 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.

Ch 50 or any multiple of 4 +2
Row 1: DC in 4th ch from hook and across. Turn. (48 sts)

Row 2: Ch up 3 (Counts as DC), DC in next, *FPDC on next st, DC in next 3 sts, repeat from * across ending with FPDC on next st, DC in last st. Turn. (48 sts)

Row 3: Ch up 3, DC in next st, *FPDC in next 3 sts, DC in next st, repeat from * across, ending with FPDC on next st, DC in last st. Turn. (48 sts)

Row 4: Ch up 3, DC in next st, *FPDC on next st, DC in next 3 sts, repeat from * across ending with FPDC on next st, DC on last st. Turn. (48 sts)

Rows 5-142: Repeat rows 3 and 4 as long as you want it to be.
Single crochet around entire piece.

Assembly:
Sew up hood seam and attach both ends (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Make button embellishment

Ch 12
Row 1: DC in 4th Ch from hook and across, Turn. (10)
Row 2: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), DC in next 3 sts, Ch 1, Sk 2 sts, DC in last 4 sts. Turn. (8 sts and 1 ch 1 sp)
Row 3: Ch up 3, DC in next 3 sts, 2 DC in ch 1 sp, DC in next 4 sts. Turn. (10)
Row 4: Ch up 3, DC across. Turn. (10)
Row 5-8: Repeat row 4
Single Crochet around entire piece.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Sew on button.
Attach to cowl.

Enjoy!!

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

Crochet Tutorial: Harlequin Leg Warmers

January 12, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, afghan stitch, basic, beginner, black and white, block, blocks, booties, boots, classic, classy, clown, clowning, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, entrelac, entrelac stitch, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, harlequin, harley quinn, how to, how to crochet, insane clown, jester, juggalo, learn, leg, leg warmers, leggings, legs, pattern, shoes, slippers, socks, square, squares, stilettos, stitch, stitches, stockings, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, warmers, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 7 Comments

Expanding my video tutorial library, I continue to explore designing patterns using the Entrelac Stitch. I have these Harlequin Legwarmers for you to try! These are so much fun to wear! Especially with stiletto heels!

But don’t just stop there! Perfect for short boots, shoes, or bare feet during your yoga class, these tubular stockings are a sure way to bring up your fashion game!

Change the colors for your favorite team, monochromatic two tones, or a splash of rainbow, any color combination will work! Think outside the box and use this design for a harlequin costume as well! You will have this stitch mastered in no time and your creativity will be out of this world!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make these leg warmers:

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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:

Click here to get the full supply kit to make these leg warmers!

–Red Heart Yarns in Super Saver Aran
–Red Heart Yarns in Super Saver Black
-H-5.00mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–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
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
Entrelac Stitch

Pattern:

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

Make 2

With Aran:
Ch 55 or any multiple of 11
Round 1: Entrelac Stitch Across Chain starting in 2nd ch from hook (See video tutorial for visual instructions), sl st to 1st st, Fasten off (5 Diamonds made)
Round 2: With Black, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off
Round 3: With Aran, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off
Round 4: With Black, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off
Round 5: With Aran, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off
Round 6: With Black, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off
Round 7: With Aran, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off
Round 8: With Black, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off
Round 9: With Aran, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off

Top of cuff:
With Black
Round 1: Triangle Entrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond, (See video tutorial for visual instructions), Sl st to first st (30 sts around)
Round 2: Ch 1, [2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts] around, sl st to 1st sc. (40 sts around)
Round 3: ch up 2 (does not count as anything), DC in each st around, sl st to 1st DC. (40 sts)
Round 4: Ch 2, [FPDC in next st, DC in next st] around, sl st to FPDC
Round 5-7: Repeat Round 4
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Bottom part of cuff:
with Black
Round 1: Triangle Entrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond, (See video tutorial for visual instructions), Sl st to first st, ch 2 (30 sts around)
Round 2: SC in each st around, sl st to 1st SC. (30 sts)
Round 3: ch up 2 (does not count as anything), DC in each st around, sl st to 1st DC. (40 sts)
Round 4: Ch 2, [FPDC in next st, DC in next st] around, sl st to FPDC
Round 5-6: Repeat Round 4
Fasten off, weave in all ends

Enjoy!!

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

Crochet Tutorial: Tutti Frutti Crochet Slippers

January 11, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, footwear, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, booties, boots, christmas, crochet, crochet slippers, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheted mukluks, crocheting, diamonds, entrelac, entrelac crochet, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, knit, learn, mukluks, pattern, red heart, red heart yarns, shoes, slippers, teach, tutorial, tutti frutti, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 5 Comments

After taking a little break from filming, I was back in the studio to film these amazing Mukluk style slippers I recently designed. Using the Entrelac Stitch on these comfy footwear, my Tutti Frutti Crochet Slippers are perfect for getting cozy and curling up on a cold night!

This week we will explore using Tunisian Entrelec Stitch Crochet. This gives an introduction to this new design with the first project that I designed using Entrelac Stitch. This is a great project to try something new!

The Tutti Frutti Crochet Slippers are a fun project using a splash of color on the cuff and toe, you can add some fun to our slippers using our favorite team colors, rainbow colors, or your favorite combination of multiple colors. You can adjust the size of your slippers to fit any adult!! These make a great gift!!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make these slippers:

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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:

Click here to get the full kit of supplies to make these slippers!!

–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Aran
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Real Teal
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Flamingo
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Hot Coral
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Dark Orchid
-J-6.00mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make these smaller or bigger.
-The written pattern is for a size 7.5/8 US Women’s Size Shoe. You can adjust the size for measurements.

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
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
Entrelac Stitch

Pattern:

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

Make 2

**USE 2 STRANDS OF YARN FOR THIS WHOLE PROJECT**
With Dark Teal:
Ch 55 or any multiple of 11

Round 1: Entrelac Stitch Across Chain starting in 2nd ch from hook (See video tutorial for visual instructions), sl st to 1st st, Fasten off (5 Diamonds made)
Round 2: With Flamingo, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off
Round 3: With Dark Orchid, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off
Round 4: With Hot Coral, Enrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond from the previous round. (See video tutorial for this part), Sl st to first st, Fasten off

Top of cuff:
Turn piece upside down so the Dark Teal Diamonds are at the top,
With Aran,
Round 1: Triangle Entrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond, (See video tutorial for visual instructions), Sl st to first st, ch 2 (30 sts around)
Round 2: DC in each st around, sl st to 1st DC. (30 sts)
Round 3: Ch 2, [FPDC in next st, DC in next st] around, sl st to FPDC
Round 4: Repeat Round 3
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Bottom part of cuff:
Turn piece upside down so the Hot Coral Diamonds are at the top,
With Aran,
Round 1: Triangle Entrelac Stitch around starting at the peak of a diamond, (See video tutorial for visual instructions), Sl st to first st, ch 2 (30 sts around)
Round 2: DC in each st around, sl st to 1st DC. (30 sts)
Fasten off, weave in all ends

Sole:
With Aran:
Ch 4
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn. (3)
Row 2: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next, 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 3: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 3 sts, 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, turn. (7)
Row 4: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 5 sts, 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, turn. (9)
Row 5-23: SC across, ch 1, turn (9) (Measures 7.5 inches at this point)
Row 24: SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts, SC2tog, Ch 1, Turn. (7)
Row 25: SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts, SC2tog, Ch 1, Turn. (5)
Row 26: SC2TOG, SC in next st, SC2tog, Ch 1, Turn. (3)
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Top of Foot:
Ch 4
Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn. (3)

Row 2: 2 SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (6)

Row 3: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 4 sts, 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, turn. (8)

Row 4: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 6 sts, 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, turn. (10)

Row 5: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 8 sts, 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, turn. (12)

Row 6: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 10 sts, 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, turn. (14)

Change Color to Hot Coral
Row 7: [SC, HDC] in 1st st, DC in next, TR in next 2 sts, DC in next, HDC in next, SC in next 2 sts, HDC in next, DC in next st, TR in next 2 sts, DC in next, [HDC, SC] in last st. Turn. (16)

Change Color to Dark Orchid
Row 8: Ch 4 (Counts as TR), TR in same st, DC in next, HDC in next, SC in next 2 sts, HDC in next, DC in next, TR in next 2 sts, DC in next, HDC in next, SC in next 2 sts, HDC in next, DC in next, 2 TR in last st, ch 1, turn. (18)

Change Color to Flamingo
Row 9: SC in 1st st, SC in next st, * HDC in next, DC in next, TR in next 2 sts, DC in next, HDC in next, SC in next 2 sts, Repeat from * across, Turn. (18)

Change Color to Dark Teal
Row 10: Ch 4 (Counts as TR), TR in next st, *DC in next, HDC in next, SC in next 2 sts, HDC in next, DC in next, TR in next 2 sts, Repeat from * across, ch 1, turn. (18)

Change Color to Aran (Main Color)
Row 11: SC in 1st st, SC in next, * HDC in next 2 sts, DC in next 2 sts, HDC in next 2 sts, SC in next 2 sts, Repeat from * across, Ch 1, turn. (18)

Rows 12-20: SC across, ch 1, turn. (18)

Divide for Leg Opening:
Right Side:
Row 1: SC in 1st 7 sts, Ch 1, turn. (7)
Row 2-10: SC across, ch 1, turn. (7)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Left Side:
Row 1: Sk 4 sts on Row 20 of foot, SC in remaining 7 sts, Ch 1, turn. (7)
Row 2-10: SC across, Ch 1, turn. (7)
Sl st to right side (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Ankle:
SC 30 sts evenly around ankle.

Assembly:
Single Crochet Sole to Foot
Sew Cuff to foot ankle part.
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

Crochet Tutorial: Let Your Buns Out Hat

January 4, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, brim hat, bun, bun hat, cap, criss cross, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, front post, granny square, hair, handmade, hat, hat with brim, head, how to, how to crochet, learn, messy, messy bun hat, pattern, ponytail, square, squares, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, x stitch, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

You asked and I answered. I’ve decided to join the group of designers who have been trending this hot item. I made my own version of the messy bun hat! Here’s the “Let Your Buns Out Hat!” Show love to my momma for being my messy bun hat model! Yes, that’s MY MOM! I typically model my finished items, but I cover my hair so I was lucky enough to have my mom model my item for me.

I went ice skating and saw someone wear a hat that was not crocheted, but it had different textures and sections with a brim. That was my inspiration for this design. I created 3 sections, each with different stitching, I crocheted around a hair tie elastic to make an opening for a messy bun. This whole project took me 2 hours to complete. The notes section below shares information on how to make different sizes.

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

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:

Click here to get the kit of supplies to make this project!!

–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Gold
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Aran
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Coffee
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Redwood
-H-5.00mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Hair Tie Elastics
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions
-This is a repeat pattern
-The one I made is 6.5 inches from top to bottom
-We are making all the pieces separate and crocheting them together
-Make more or less rows to make this shorter or longer to fit different sizes.
-Follow this link to some information about making hats measure the size you need them to be.

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.

Make 2 sections of each
See video tutorial to see where each section goes.

Section 1: With Aran
Row 1: Ch up 1, 10 SC around Elastic, ch 1, turn. (10 sc)
Rows 2-19: HDC across, ch 1, turn. (10 HDC)
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Section 2: With Gold
Row 1: Ch up 1, 10 SC around Elastic, turn. (10 sc)
Row 2: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), DC in each st across. (10 DC)
Rows 3-15: Ch up 3, FPDC in each st until the last st, DC in last st. (10 sts)
Fasten off, Weave in all ends.

Section 3:.
Row 1: Ch up 1, 10 SC around Elastic, turn. (10 sc)
Rows 2-12: Ch up 3, (Counts as DC), [Sk 1 st, DC in next st, DC in sk’d st] 4 times, DC in last st, turn.
Fasten off, Weave in all ends.

Repeat Sections 1, 2 and 3 so you have a total of 6 Sections (60 stitches total)

Assembly:
With Coffee: Single crochet all sides together. See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Single Crochet around bottom edge of hat to blend all sections together. Again, see video tutorial for visual instructions.

Brim: (Optional)
With Coffee
Mark the 1st and last st across 3 sections (30 stitches) (See video tutorial)
Starting at the one furthest to the right, attach yarn and ch up 1
Row 1: [1 sc in st, 2 sc in next st] 13 times (you may have to do this 15 times, that’s okay!) ch 1, turn. (45 sc)
Rows 2: sc in each st across. Sl st in next free stitch on hat, ch 1, turn
Row 3-5: Sk sl st, sc across, sl st in next free st on hat, ch 1, turn
Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

Inner Peace Blanket

January 3, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects Tags: 365 days of granny squares, afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beanie, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion blogger, flower, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, handmade, how to, how to crochet, inner, inner peace, learn, pattern, peace, peace sign, peaceful, sign, square, squares, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 3 Comments

“Inner peace (or peace of mind or inner calmness) refers to a state of being mentally and spiritually at peace, with enough knowledge and understanding to keep oneself strong in the face of discord or stress.”

Finding inner peace is not always easy. Oftentimes, we find ourselves at a crossroads of choices that we need to make to find that path to peacefulness. That is the inspiration for this fourth blanket in our series of charity blankets that I have made using squares from the 365 Days of Granny Squares.

It has only been a few days since we have completed the year of granny squares project, yet, the squares have piled up in stacks in my craft room over the past 12 months. All of these squares will find their way to those in need. This beautiful blanket I just completed will be sent to Project Linus. You can read about this organization here.

Each square was chosen from our vast collection of squares, and I placed them in a frame with an ‘X’ leading to a center PEACE SIGN square. The name and definition makes this very appropriate to send to this charity organization.

I made rows of double crochet in strips and attached each square, then attached the strips using the single crochet method. I did a simple border using double crochet as well. This blanket was a lot of fun to make!

I have spent many, many months in the hospital over the past 9 years. Sometimes, spending more days in the year in the hospital than out. One of the most comforting things I brought from home was my homemade blankets. Snuggling up with that warm piece of home in an otherwise clinical, and sometimes miserable environment, can make all the difference to someone who needs every comfort they can find. I hope this blanket can bring that to someone special and provide a tiny bit of peace at a difficult time. So much love goes into my creations when I make them. It’s my way of putting good out into the world one stitch, one granny square, at a time!

If you are interested in seeing my other projects, check out the links above the video in this blog.

Below is a list of the squares used in this project:
You can click each number and it will take you to its video tutorial

Number 216
Number 86
Number 62
Number 144
Number 221
Number 205
Number 238
Number 243
Number 71
Number 124
Number 255
Number 102
Number 203
Number 119
Number 126
Number 193
Number 187
Number 183
Number 222
Number 26
Number 102
Number 134
Number 236
Number 18
Number 247
Number 153
Number 202
Number 120
Number 199
Number 215
Number 207
Number 132
Number 117
Number 161
Number 108
Number 155
Number 201

To see all 365 Days of Granny Squares click here.

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Crochet Tutorial: Steampunk and Stars Cowl

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Crochet Tutorial: Woven Dreams Baby Blanket

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Crochet Tutorial: Sharp Dressed Man Vest

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Crochet Tutorial: Warm Waffles Handwarmers

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Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Hooded Cowl

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Hooded Cowl

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Crochet Tutorial: Warm Waffles Hooded Cowl

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Fingerless Gloves

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Fingerless Gloves

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Fingerless Gloves

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Fingerless Gloves

Click here to find the pattern for the Warm Waffles Fingerless Gloves

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Crochet Tutorial: Harlequin Leg Warmers

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Crochet Tutorial: Tutti Frutti Crochet Slippers

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Crochet Tutorial: Let Your Buns Out Hat

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Inner Peace Blanket

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