Crochet Tutorial: Boho Tassel Scarf

August 31, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, babies, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, bohemian, boho, boho chic, bohochic, class, cowl, cowl neck, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, economy, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gift, gifts, granny square, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, learning, make a tassel, neck, neckwarmer, pattern, red heart super saver, red heart yarns, rhss, sc, scarf, scarfie, single crochet, spike, stitch, stitches, stitching, stitchs, super saver, tassel, tassels, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, warm, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

What’s your go-to accessory? Everyone should always have a signature scarf, and this is the one for YOU! I am definitely a scarf girl. Summer/winter, it doesn’t matter! There are plenty of ways to showcase this piece, but here is one that is sure to WOW any way you wrap it!!

My Boho Tassel Scarf is such a fun and stylish project for the cold weather! This chunky scarf, can be worn loosely wrapped around your neck to keep you warm. The ends cascade down with tassel details, making this a fashionable and fun wrap for all! Guys, girls, kids, this can be modified for everyone!!

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

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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.

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Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
Spike Stitch: Insert Hook into stitch from previous row, YO pull through and pull up to height of row you are on, YO pull through 2 loops on hook. Spike made.

Pattern:

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

Pattern:

You will use both colors at the same time, trail the “dropped color” under your stitches, to pick it up for the next row. See video tutorial for visual instructions on how to trail along your strands.
Starting with Dusty Gray
Ch 26
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn. (25 sts)
Row 2: SC across, change to Black, ch 1, turn. (25 sts)
Row 3: SC in 1st st, *Spike stitch in next stitch, SC in next st, repeat from * across, ending with SC in last st, change back to Dusty Gray, ch 1, turn.
Row 4: SC in 1st 2 sts, *Spike stitch in next st, SC in next st, repeat from * across, ending with SC in last 2 sts, change to Black, Ch 1, turn.
Rows 5-225: Repeat Rows 3 and 4 ending with a repeat of Row 3
Row 226: With Gray, SC across, Change to Pumpkin orange, ch 1, turn.
Row 227: SC across, change to Papaya, Ch 1, turn.
Row 228: Spike Stitch in each stitch across (work between the stitches and not in the stitches of row 226 (See video tutorial for visual instructions) ch 1, turn.
Row 229: Sc across, change color, ch 1, turn.
Row 230-301: repeat rows 228 and 229 (Color combinations listed below)

Row 230: Pumpkin (spike stitches across)
Row 231: Pumpkin (SC across)
Row 232: Papaya
Row 233: Papaya
Row 234: Pumpkin
Row 235: Pumpkin
Row 236: Perfect Pink
Row 237: Perfect Pink
Row 238: Aran
Row 239: Aran
Row 240: Perfect Pink
Row 241: Perfect Pink
Row 242: Aran
Row 243: Aran
Row 244: Perfect Pink
Row 245: Perfect Pink
Row 246: Aran
Row 247: Aran
Row 248: Perfect Pink
Row 249: Perfect Pink
Row 250: Aran
Row 251: Aran
Row 252: Perfect Pink
Row 253: Perfect Pink
Row 254: Aruba Sea
Row 255: Aruba Sea
Row 256: Carrot
Row 257: Carrot
Row 258: Aruba Sea
Row 259: Aruba Sea
Row 260: Carrot
Row 261: Carrot
Row 262: Aruba Sea
Row 263: Aruba Sea
Row 264: Carrot
Row 265: Carrot
Row 266: Perfect Pink
Row 267: Perfect Pink
Row 268: Carrot
Row 269: Carrot
Row 270: Perfect Pink
Row 271: Perfect Pink
Row 272: Carrot
Row 273: Carrot
Row 274: Jade
Row 275: Jade
Row 276: Royal
Row 277: Royal
Row 278: Jade
Row 279: Jade
Row 280: Royal
Row 281: Royal
Row 282: Jade
Row 283: Jade
Row 284: Royal
Row 285: Royal
Row 286: Jade
Row 287: Jade
Row 288: Royal
Row 289: Royal
Row 290: Dusty Gray
Row 291: Dusty Gray
Row 292: Royal
Row 293: Royal
Row 294: Dusty Gray
Row 295: Dusty Gray
Row 296: Royal
Row 297: Royal
Row 298: Dusty Gray
Row 299: Dusty Gray
Row 300: Royal
Row 301: Royal

When you finish making the scarf, be sure to make the hat to match!

Enjoy!!

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

Like this scarf? Try the Something Blue Cowl!!

Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #15: Waffle Stitch

August 29, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, belgian waffles, block, blocks, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, waffle, waffle stitch, waffles, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Waffle Stitch:

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Waffle Stitch

US Terms

Chain a Multiple of 3+2
Row 1: DC in 4th Ch from hook and across, turn.
Row 2: Ch up 3, DC in next st, *FPDC on next 2 sts, DC in next st, repeat from * across, ending with DC in last 2 sts. Turn.
Row 3: Ch up 3, DC in first 3 sts, *FPDC on next, DC in next 2 sts, repeat from * across, ending with DC in last 4 sts. Turn.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for however long you want your piece to be.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #14: Popcorn Stitch

August 29, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, bobble, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, pop, popcorn, popcorn stitch, popcorn stitches, red heart yarns, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Popcorn Stitch:

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Popcorn Stitch

US Terms

1) Work 5 DC in the same stitch.
2) Drop the loop off your hook.
3) Insert your hook in the first double crochet of the group.
4) Grab the dropped loop with your hook and pull it through the stitch.
5) Chain 1 to finish.
Popcorn Stitch Made

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #13: Shell Stitch

August 28, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fan, fan stitch, fashion, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, Mermaid, mermaid tail, mermaids, pattern, red heart yarns, scales, seashell, shell stitch, shells, square, stitch, stitch gallery, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Shell Stitch:

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Shell Stitch

US Terms

Chain any multiple of 6+2

Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook, *Sk 2 Chs, 5 DC in next ch, Sk 2 Chs, SC in next ch, repeat from * across, ending with SC in last chain. Turn.
Row 2: Ch up 3, 2 DC in same stitch, *SC in middle DC of next Shell, 5 DC in next SC, repeat from * across, ending with 3 DC in last st. Turn.
Row 3: Ch up 1, SC in same stitch, *5 DC in next SC, SC in middle DC of next Shell, repeat from * across ending with SC in last turning chain.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until your piece is long enough.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #12: V-Stitch

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, double, double crochet, fashion, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, v stitch, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the V-Stitch:

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

V-Stitch

US Terms

Chain any multiple of 6
Row 1: 2 DC in 4th chain from hook, *skip 1 chain, 2 DC in next chain, repeat from * to last 2 chains, skip 1 chain, 1 DC into last chain, turn.
Row 2: ch up 3, *skip 2 stitches, DC between the 2 DC grouping repeat from * to last 2 stitches, skip 1 st, DC into top of turning chain, turn.
Repeat row 2 until you have reached your desired length.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #11: Diamond Mesh Stitch

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan block, babies, baby blanket, basic, beginner, chain, chains, character, crochet, crochet mesh, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, diamond, diamonds, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, handmade, how to, how to crochet, lac, lace, lacy, learn, mesh, meshy, pattern, red heart yarns, single crochet, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to do the Diamond Mesh Stitch

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Diamond Mesh Stitch

US Terms

Chain a multiple of 4 + 3
Row 1: SC into 2nd chain from hook, * ch 5, skip 3 chains, SC in next ch, repeat from * across, ending with SC in last chain, turn.
Row 2: *Chain 5, SC in next chain space, repeat from * to end, working last SC into SC, turn.
Row 3: *Chain 5, SC in next chain space, repeat from * to end, turn.
Repeat row 3 until you have reached your desired length.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #10: Front-Post Double Crochet & Back-Post Double Crochet

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan block, babies, baby, back post, back post double crochet, basic, beginner, bpdc, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, double crochet, fashion blogger, fpdc, free crochet pattern, free pattern, front post, front post double crochet, gallery, glossary, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to do these stitches

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Front Post Double Crochet and Back Post Double Crochet (FPDC & BPDC)

US Terms

FPDC: Yarn over, insert your hook front-to-back through your work, so that the post you want to crochet around is on the left side of hook, yarn over and pull through. Yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over and pull through 2 loops. (FPDC made)
BPDC: Yarn over, insert your hook back-to-front through your work, so that the post you want to crochet around is on the left side of hook,
yarn over and pull through. Yarn over, pull through 2 loops, yarn over, pull through 2 loops. (BPDC made)

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #9: Star Stitch

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, star, star stitch, starry, stars, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Star Stitch

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Star Stitch

US Terms

Chain a multiple of 2+1
Row 1: Pull up a loop in 2nd chain from hook and in next 4 chains (6 loops on hook), Yarn over and pull through all loops on hook, chain 1 (this forms eye of star), *pick up a loop in the eye of last star, pick up a loop through the back of last loop of previous star, pick up a loop through same chain as last loop of previous star, pick up a loop in each of next 2 chains (6 loops on hook), yarn over and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1, rep from * across, ending with HDC in last chain, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, 1 SC in HDC, 1 SC in eye of next star stitch, 2 SC in eye of each star stitch across, ending with 1 SC in top of turning chain, turn.
Row 3: Ch 2, pick up loop in front strand of 2nd ch from hook, then pick up a loop in the back strand of same chain, pick up loop in each of next 3 sc, yarn over and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1, *pick up a loop in eye of last star, pick up loop in back of last loop of star, pick up loop in same sc as last loop of star, pick up a loop in each of next 2 stitches, yarn over and pull through all 6 loops, ch 1, rep from * across, ending with HDC in last stitch.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you have reached your desired length.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #8: Basketweave Stitch

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, basket, basket weave, basketweave, beginner, block, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, weave, woven, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Basektweave Stitch

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Basketweave Stitch

US Terms

Chain a multiple of 8
Row 1: DC in 4th ch from hook and across, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc) *FPdc around the post of each of next 4 sts, BPdc around the post of each of next 4 sts, rep from * across, ending with 1 dc in top of turning chain, turn.
Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc) *BPdc around the post of next 4 sts, FPdc around the post of each of next 4 sts, rep from * ending with 1 dc in top of turning ch, turn.
Row 4: Repeat Row 2
Row 5: Repeat Row 2
Row 6: Repeat Row 3
Row 7: Repeat Row 2
Row 8: Repeat Row 3
Row 9: Repeat Row 3
Repeat rows 2-9 for pattern.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #7: Crocodile Stitch

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, babies, baby blanket, basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, crocodile, crocodile stitch, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 4 Comments

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Crocodile Stitch

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Crocodile Stitch

US Terms

Chain a Multiple of 10+1
Row 1: 2DC in 6th chain from hook, *Chain 1, Skip 2 chains, DC in next, Chain 1, Skip 2 chains, 2 DC in next chain, repeat from * across, ending with DC in last chain, turn.
Row 2: Chain 1, *5 DC around the next DC, work 5 Front Post DC up the post of 2nd DC, Slip Stitch into the next DC, repeat from * across, ending with Slip stitch in last stitch, turn.
Row 3: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), DC in same spot as chain up 3 stitch, *Chain 1, DC in eye of crocodile stitch, Chain 1, 2 DC in next slip stitch, repeat from * across, ending with 2 DC in last stitch, Turn.
Row 4: Ch 3 (counts as DC of first crocodile stitch), 4 DC around first DC, work 5 Front Post DC up the post of the 2nd DC, Slip stitch to next DC, *5 DC around next DC, work 5 Front Post DC up the post of the next DC, Slip stitch into the next DC, repeat from * across, ending with 5 Front post DC up the last DC, turn.
Row 5: Ch 1, Sl st into eye of Crocodile Stitch, Ch up 4 (counts as DC+Chain 1 space), *2 DC in next Slip Stitch, Chain 1, DC in next Crocodile Stitch, chain 1, repeat from * across, ending with DC in last crocodile Stitch. Turn.
Repeat Rows 2-5 as many times as you want!

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #6: Primrose Stitch

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan block, babies, basic, beginner, blanket, chain, chaining, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, double crochet, free crochet pattern, free pattern, galleryg, glossary, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, primrose, primrose stitch, red heart yarns, single crochet, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Primrose Stitch

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Primrose Stitch

US Terms

Chain a multiple of 3+2
Row 1: [SC, ch 2, SC] in 3rd chain from hook, * Skip 2 chains, [SC, Ch 2, SC] in next chain, repeat from * across ending with HDC in last chain.
Row 2: Chain up 3 (Counts as DC), *3 DC in next Chain 2 space, repeat from * across, ending with DC in very last stitch (turning chain stitch)
Row 3: Chain up 2 (counts as HDC), *[SC, ch 2, SC] in middle DC of next grouping, repeat from * across, ending with HDC in last stitch (turning chain stitch)
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for however long you want to make your piece.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #5: Double-Treble Crochet

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: baby blanket, basic, beginner, blanket, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, double, double treble, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, stitche, stitchess, stitching, teach, treble, triple, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to Double-Treble Crochet

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Double Treble Crochet (DTR)

US Terms

Row 1: Chain any amount plus 4 chains at the end, Yarn over three times, insert your hook into the 6th Chain from the hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on the hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through the last 2 loops on your hook (DTR made), *Yarn over three times, insert hook into next chain, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on the hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through the last 2 loops on your hook, repeat from * all the way across your chain, turn your work.
Row 2: Chain 5, (counts as DTR) *Yarn over three times, Insert hook into the 2nd stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through the last 2 loops on your hook, repeat from * all the way across.
Repeat Row 2 for however long you want to make your piece.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #4: Treble Crochet

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Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to Treble Crochet

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Treble Crochet (TR)

US Terms

Row 1: Chain any amount plus 3 chains at the end, Yarn over twice, insert your hook into the 5th Chain from the hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on the hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through the last 2 loops on your hook (TR made), *Yarn over twice, insert hook into next chain, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on the hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through the last 2 loops on your hook, repeat from * all the way across your chain, turn your work.
Row 2: Chain 4, (counts as TR) *Yarn over twice, Insert hook into the 2nd stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through the last 2 loops on your hook, repeat from * all the way across.
Repeat Row 2 for however long you want to make your piece.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #3: Double Crochet

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Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to Double Crochet

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Double Crochet (DC)

US Terms

Row 1: Chain any amount plus 2 chains at the end, Yarn over, insert your hook into the 4th Chain from the hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on the hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook (DC made)*Yarn over insert hook into next chain, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on the hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, repeat from * all the way across your chain, turn your work.
Row 2: Chain 3, (counts as DC) *Yarn over, Insert hook into the 2nd stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through 2 loops on your hook, yarn over, pull through 2 more loops on your hook, repeat from * all the way across.
Repeat Row 2 for however long you want to make your piece.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #2: Half-Double Crochet

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, blanket, blocks, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, double, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gallery, glossary, half, half double crochet, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, squares, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to Half-Double Crochet

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Half-Double Crochet (HDC)

US Terms

Row 1: Start with your chain, Yarn over, insert your hook into the 2nd Chain from the hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through all 3 loops on the hook, *Yarn over, insert hook into next chain, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through all 3 loops on the hook, repeat from * all the way across your chain, chain 1, turn your work.
Row 2: *Yarn over, Insert hook into the next stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through all 3 loops on your hook, repeat from * all the way across.
Repeat Row 2 for however long you want to make your piece.

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Stitch Gallery & Glossary Episode #1: Single Crochet

August 25, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Stitch Gallery and Glossary, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, single crochet, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to Single Crochet

Materials Used:
Red Heart Yarns Creme de la Creme Cotton Yarn
Crochet Hook

Single Crochet (sc)
US Terms
Row 1: Start with your chain, insert your hook into the 2nd Chain from the hook, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops on the hook, *insert hook into next chain, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops on the hook, repeat from * all the way across your chain, chain 1, turn your work.
Row 2: *Insert hook into the next stitch, yarn over, pull through, yarn over, pull through both loops on your hook, repeat from * all the way across.
Repeat Row 2 for however long you want to make your piece.

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Are You Hooked on the Eclipse?

August 21, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Uncategorized Tags: 2017, celestial, coordinator, craft, earth, eclipse, eclipse glasses, eclipse2017, glasses, heart, lunar, moon, of the heart, park, planet, planets, safely, solar, solar eclipse, solar system, sun, total, totality, universe, view 2 Comments

I took the day off from work and filming in the studio to attend an eclipse viewing event here in Central Wisconsin. This was a free community event that was hosted at our local high school. The event coordinators passed out special glasses so everyone could view the eclipse safely.

They had pinhole boxes, telescopes reflecting the eclipse and other viewing devices to make this a pretty spectacular viewing event. There were about 200 people in attendance from our small community which made this even more exciting to share it with others as equally eager as we were.

Central Wisconsin was at its peak of 83% totality at approximately 1:13pm CST. The moon left a small crescent of sun still peeking out from behind it before things began to slowly brighten up again. We did not experience complete darkness, but we did have a dusk-like light and definitely experienced a drop in temperature cooling things by several degrees. I have to admit, as someone who is fascinated by our solar system, astronomy, and space/universe in general, I was a pretty excited to experience this cosmic event. It makes you feel small in such a vast universe.

My dad, who we all know and love for his behind the camera work in our videos, was once again behind the camera during this event as he tried to capture small clips of the various stages of the eclipse.

He was able to capture a couple pretty remarkable photos of it as well.
Since the event at the high school began nearly 2 hours before the actual eclipse would occur, we brought blankets and lawn chairs as well as a picnic lunch to make our viewing party even more fun.

I also brought along my crochet project presently in the works. I am in the process of designing a mesh tunic for under Nate’s Halloween costume. I’m never far away from a project, so it was inevitable that I would pull out my latest project to work on during the time before viewing the solar eclipse!

I have to say, this was an above average viewing event and not one bit boring even if it was not full totality. I loved that the weather cooperated. It was a beautiful sunny 78 degrees Fahrenheit with very little cloud coverage which made visibility pretty neat. I’m happy to say that I lived to experience this in my lifetime as the last one was nearly a dozen years before I was born. It was “totality” worth it! What a memorable day this was!

Where were you viewing from and what did you see? What was on your hook while the moon passed over the sun? Share your Eclipse story in the comments! Enjoy a few clips from today’s view from Central Wisconsin, USA.

Crochet Tutorial: The Cozy Colossal Blanket

August 19, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Blankets, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, bed, bedroom, blanket, bulky, chunky, colossal, cozy, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, for the home, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, home, house, how to, how to crochet, irresistible, jumbo, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, single crochet, stitch, teach, thick, throw, throw blanket, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 5 Comments

Days turned into weeks, that turned into months, and I finally finished. My crochet hand and arms had a mega workout, but it was so worth the effort. This beautiful chunky yarn blanket using Red Heart Irresistible Yarn is one of the most beautiful pieces I have ever made for the home. Just in time for cold nights and winter winds, it truly is…irresistible.

This blanket is an investment piece. These chunky yarns are not skeins you are going to find in a bargain bin. They can be pricey. This is one of those projects where coupons and sales come in handy!! This is definitely a piece you want to have for your home or for a gift to someone VERY special. Side note–this blanket does shed, and I personally have not felted mine to reduce the shedding, but you can opt to do whatever you feel.

I made my project in stripes, but you can make it in a solid tone. It’s a striking blanket no matter what you decide to do. This afghan is extremely heavy–I would guess about 10-12 pounds, maybe more! This is a very trendy and popular piece that you find in high end home decor.

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this fabulous blanket:

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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.

NOTES:
-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 760 Yards of yarn for this whole project.
-You can use any type of Bulky or Jumbo yarn to crochet this blanket. I would recommend using 2 or 3 strands of bulky yarn together to crochet the same thickness as my blanket. You can add as many strands of yarn to your likeness to make a super chunky blanket!! Have fun with it!
-Different Afghan Sizes can be found in the middle of this page here.

Materials:
–Red Heart Yarns Irresistible in Grey
–Red Heart Yarns Irresistible in Vintage
–Xtreme Wood 9″ Crochet Hook
If that’s out of stock, try this link for a different 25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
–Measuring Tape

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

Pattern:

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

Pattern:

Work in the BLO
Starting with Grey,
Ch 75 (or any amount for the measurement you want your blanket to be)
Row 1: SC in 2nd CH from hook and across, ch 1, turn. (74 sts)
Row 2: SC across, ch 1, turn.
Rows 3-35: Repeat Row 2.
You can make your blanket as wide as you want, just repeat the pattern to make more rows.
End with Grey yarn (the same color you started with)
Fasten off, weave in any ends.

Assembly step:
I changed color every 5 rows. See video tutorial for visual instructions on changing color and if you run out of yarn during your project.

Enjoy!!

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

Like this blanket? Try the Star Stitches and Stripes Blanket here!

Crochet Tutorial: Munching Monster Laundry Bag

August 17, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: bag, basic, basket, bathroom, bedroom, beginner, character, clothes, clothing, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, dirty, dirty laundry, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, hamper, handmade, holder, how to, how to crochet, laundry, learn, monster, monsters, munch, munchies, munching, pattern, red heart yarns, sack, stitch, stripes, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarnie, yarnutopia, yum 2 Comments

This Monster has the munchies! My Munching Monster Laundry Bag Hamper is ready to chow down on your child’s dirty laundry. A great way to create a teaching moment and pint-sized responsibilities while having fun doing it! Socks, pajamas, t-shirts, towels, and undies, this monster will gobble them all up! This project uses Red Heart Super Saver Stripes Yarn!

There are a lot of ideas in this one project! Unleash your creativity and turn this project into a body pillow by stuffing it and sewing the mouth closed. You could make it shorter and add straps to the back to make a backpack. Adding a long strap, you could create a cross-body bag. You could put a handle on it and make it a cute Halloween candy sack!

Change the colors and add bows and eyelashes to make this more gender specific. There are so many cute ideas packed into one great pattern!! Have fun!!

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

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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 Stripes in Favorite Stripes
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Pumpkin
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Rouge
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Bright Yellow
–Red Heart Super Saver in Black
–Red Heart Super Saver in White
-G/6-4.25mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Measure Tape
–Buttons
–Stitch Marker
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:

-This project uses less than 611 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each row and tips on how to make this smaller and bigger.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-The measurements for this bag are: Length 24 inches long (60cm), 28″ with legs and straps, Width: 13 inches wide (31 cm), 22 inches with arms.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single crochet decrease
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

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

Bag
With Stripes Yarn
Work in continuous rounds and in the BLO
Ch 51
Rnd 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and across, put 3 SC in last ch and continue to work on opposite side of foundation chain, SC across, put 2 SC in last st (where first stitch of this round was placed). (102 sts)
Rnd 2-65: SC in each st around.
Rnd 66: SC in 8 sts, Ch 34, Sk 34 sts, SC in the rest of the sts on the round.
Rnd 67: SC in each st and each ch around. (102 sts)
Rnds 68-88: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Assembly: Sew top of bag closed (see video tutorial, I recommend sewing it inside out and then putting it right side out when finished)

Straps:
With Stripes Yarn, Make 2
Ch 11:
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across, CH 1, turn. (10)
Row 2: SC in 4 sts, Ch 2, Sk 2 sts, SC in last 4 sts, ch 1, turn.
Row 3: SC in each st and each ch across, ch 1, turn. (10)
Rows 4-12: SC in each st across, Ch 1, turn.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Eyes: With White
Make 2, work in continuous rounds and in BLO
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Pupil:
Make 2 with Black
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook, sl st to first SC. (6)
Rnd 2: Ch 1, 2 SC in each st around, sl st to first SC. (12)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Inner Mouth:
With Black Make 2
Ch 35
Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and across, Ch 1 turn. (34)
Row 2: SC2TOG, SC across until 2 sts remain, SC2TOG. (32)
Rows 3-8: Repeat Row 2 until there are 20 sts left.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Teeth:
Make 8 in White
Ch 5
Row 1: 2 SC in 2nd ch from hook, SC in last 3 chs, ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 2: SC in first 4 sts, SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (6)
Row 3: SC across, ch 1, turn. (6)
Row 4: SC in 4 sts, SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. (5)
Row 5: SC2TOG, SC in last 3 sts, ch 1, turn. (4)
Continue to SC around entire piece.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Lips:
Make 2 in Rouge
Ch 37
Row 1: DC in 4th Ch from hook and across, turn. (35)
Row 2: Ch 3 (Counts as DC), DC in same first st, DC in next 3 sts, *2DC in next st, DC in next 3 sts, repeat from * across, ending with DC in last 2 sts. (See video tutorial if you end up with 3 sts at the end of the row.)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly step:
Sew straps, Eyes, Inner Mouth, teeth, lips to the bag. See video tutorial for visual instructions.

Arms:
With Pumpkin, Work in BLO and in Continuous Rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnds 4-12: SC in each st around. (18)
Rnds 13-17: Sl st in first 9 sts, SC in last 9 sts. (18)
Rnd 18: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing

Legs:
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnds 5-12: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly Step:
Embroider “Claws” to the arms and legs, see video tutorial for visual instructions.
Sew arms and legs to the body

Enjoy!!

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

I found a photo of a monster bag on Pinterest by SpoonFlower and was inspired to create it in crochet! Voila! The Munching Monster Laundry Bag came to life!

Like this project?? Try the No-Sew Market Bag with Crocheted Edge!

Nadia’s Deserted Island Survival Kit

August 15, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in humor Tags: basic, beginner, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, desert, deserted, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, how to, how to crochet, island, islands, items, kit, learn, pattern, stitch, story, survival, survival kit, things, three, three things, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Someone posed the question to me recently, “If you were stranded on a deserted island, what would you bring?”

You may think this would be a no-brainer for me that I would list off my favorite crochet items:

• My favorite H-5.00mm crochet hook
• Yarn
• Scissors

Honestly, I would NOT bring any of these things! Why, you ask? Because as crafty as I am, I could carve myself a hook out of a stick. Using some of the island stones, I could sharpen them to use as a cutting and carving devices.

Anddd, I could find plenty of vines or stems to use as substitute fiber. Crochet will be my go-to survival skill that will come in handy for many reasons! I just need to get creative in this situation.This is coming from someone who’s not the biggest fan of the open wilderness and rustic nature adventures. I like the idea of glamping, but we are talking about the “hypothetical,” “in my dreams,” not reality, but “if you can imagine it” scenario. In which case, I would bring

• A pair of gloves, because I literally will touch anything if I’m wearing something on my hands. I need those to touch all the fish and critters, and I can tear out those stems and cut those vines to thatch together.

• A big box of matches so I have a fire to sit by while I scheme and crochet my way off that island

• And my mom (can I say that?) hahaha!

You may ask why not bring Nate?! Well, my mom has a litany of post-apocalyptic survival skills and stays super cool in a crisis. She can also keep me from completely falling apart so, if I am going to survive and hopefully find a way off this imaginary island, my mom would be the one to get me there.

Besides, I need someone on the home front to send out that search party and provide the ultimate romantic ending to my rescue story. You know, the proverbial hot guy at the end of the pier waiting for me to get off the rescue boat and run into his arms? The one who fought through everything to find me? Come on…. This is my deserted island rescue fantasy scene, let me indulge. Don’t worry, Nate definitely has THAT role.

So now I ask you, if you were stranded on a deserted island what THREE things would you bring? What would be your story? Share in the comments!

Crochet Tutorial: Little Lion Baby Booties

August 15, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, basic, beginner, booties, boots, character, child, children, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, halloween, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, infant, king, king of the jungle, learn, lion, lion king, lions, micro, microfashion, mufasa, nala, pattern, pride, pride rock, rafiki, red heart yarns, scar, shoes, simba, slippers, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

These are another addition to my Exotic Animal Baby Booties Series. I’m not “lion” when I say, you will have people “roaring” with compliments over these Little Lion Booties! Make a pair for your tiny “mane” man or “purr-fect” little princess. Take “pride” in making these as a gift for someone you love!

These booties can be adjusted to make teddy bears by removing the mane and the tail, or with some creative ingenuity, you can turn them into other fun zoo animals!! Enjoy!!

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

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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 Yarn Soft in Gold
–Red Heart Super Saver in Carrot
–Red Heart Super Saver in Black
–Red Heart Super Saver in White
-G/6-4.25mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Polyfil
–Stitch Marker
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:

-This project uses less than 100 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each row and tips on how to make this smaller and bigger.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-The measurements for these booties are 5 inches (13 cm) long and will fit a 6 month old baby. (find other sole measurements here)
-Use a basic Slipper or Bootie pattern in any size and then follow along with the embellishments of this pattern to make these in any size. I do not have stitch counts for larger sizes in this pattern.
-I found a great pattern by HodgePodge Crochet for adult sizes on the slipper! Find it here! Then follow along with the Embellishments of my pattern for the lion design!

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
SC2TOG: Single crochet decrease
HDC2TOG: Half Double Crochet Decrease
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

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

Booties: Make 2
With Charcoal
Chain 10
Rnd 1: 2sc into 2nd ch from hook. Sc in next 5 st. Hdc in next 2. 8Dc in last ch. Working on other side, hdc in next 2, sc in next 5, 2 sc in last stitch where beginning 2 sc are. Don’t join. (26 sts)

Rnd 2: 2 sc in 1st st from last row, 2 sc in next. Sc 7, hdc in next, 2hdc in each of the next 6 stitches, hdc in next, Sc 7, 2 sc in last 2 stitches. Do not join – (36 sts)

Rnd 3: Sc in next 2 stitches, 2 sc in next. Sc10, 2sc in next 2 stitches, sc in next 6, 2 sc in next 2 stitches. Sc 10, 2sc in next. Sc in last 2 stitches. Fasten off (42 sts)

Rnd 4: Attach Yarn to BLO of the stitch you fastened off in, sc in BLO of each stitch around. Join to 1st sc. Ch 1 (42 sts)

Rnd 5: Sc in same as join, and in each sc around. Join, ch1. (42 sts)

Rnd 6: Hdc in same as join and in each stitch around, join with ss to 1st hdc (42 sts)

Rnd 7: Sc in same st as join, sc in next stitch, sc2tog, sc 7, hdc2tog 10 times, sc 7, sc2tog, sc in last 2 stitches. Join, ch1. Don’t turn. (30 sts)

Rnd 8: Sc 9, hdc2tog 6 times. Sc 9. Join and ch 1 (24 sts)

Rnd 9: Sc 9, hdc2tog 4 times, sc 7 and join. (20 sts)

Rnds 10-12: SC in each st around, Sl st to first SC, Ch 1. (20 sts)
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Nose/Mouth
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook, sl st to first SC. (6)
Rnd 2: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), DC in same st, [HDC, SC] in next st, [SC, HDC] in next, 2 DC in next, [HDC, SC] in next st, [SC, HDC] in next, sl st to ch up 3. Ch 1. (12)
Rnd 3: 2 SC in first 2 sts, SC in next 4 sts, 2 SC in next 2 sts, SC in last 4 sts, sl st to first SC.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly step:
Embroider nose, mouth, whisker dots on Nose/Mouth Piece. You can add whiskers too if you want! See video tutorial for visual instructions.

Ears: With Gold
Work in continuous rounds and in BLO
Make 2 per bootie
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 2 times. (8)
Rnds 3-4: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Eyes: With White
Make 2 per bootie
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly step:
Add a little tick of Black in the eye with Black yarn.
Sew ears and eyes to booties.
Weave in any loose ends.

After you attach the eyes, make the MANE!!
Attach the yarn on one side of the bootie, *ch 8, Sl st in same spot, sl st in next spot, and repeat from * around the face of the lion. (See video and photos for a visual guide)

Tail:
With Gold
Work in continuous rounds and in BLO
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook
Rnds 2-9: SC in each st around
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Stuff tail
Crochet loops on round 1 of the tail.
See video tutorial on how to make the loops.
(Attach yarn, *Ch 6, Sl st in same st, Sl st in next st, repeat from * around)

Enjoy!!

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

Like these booties?? Try the Elephant Booties!!

DIY Creative Crochet Costume Ideas

August 9, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: adult costume, babies, baby, basic, beast, beauty, beauty and the beast costume, beginner, cat, cats, character, cheshire, costume, costume idea, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, crown, elmo, fashion blogger, Frankenstein, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gnome, gorilla, halloween, halloween costume, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, kids costume, kitty, knight, learn, link, mask, masks, Mermaid, mermaids, minion, mushroom, ninja, pattern, pop art, red heart yarns, scarcrow, sugar skull, teach, turtle, tutorial, video, video tutorial, wig, woodland, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia, yoda, zelda 2 Comments

Here is a compilation blog for creative ideas to get you started on Halloween (or any time of the year) costumes! In this wide range of projects, you are sure to find something for everyone, infant to adult! Below, click the link or the photo to take you to the corresponding written pattern and/or video tutorial.

The skill levels vary for each project, but most are beginner friendly!! Enjoy!! ~Nadia

Share your crocheted costumes on Facebook!!

Willy Wonka and an Oompa Loompa

Baby Mermaid Outfit

Link and Zelda

Badger Hat

Beauty and The Beast

Caterpillar Cocoon

Cat in the Hat

Cheshire Cat and Mad Hatter Costumes

Elmo Hat

Frankenstein Hat

Gnome Costume

Gorilla Hat

Kitty Cat Poncho

Knight in Shining Armor Hat

Minion Hat

Ninja Turtle Hat

Pop Art Wig

Scarecrow

Sugar Skull Ski Mask

Turkey Hat

Where’s Waldo

Woodland Character Masks

Yoda Hat

Crochet Tutorial: Destiny Headband

August 8, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in accessories, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: accessorie, accessories, accessory, aunt lydias, basic, beginner, character, circlet, cosplay, crochet, crochet thread, crochet tutorial, crochet with wire, crocheted, crocheting, crown, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, floral wire, flower, free crochet pattern, free pattern, game, gamer, hair, halloween, handmade, headband, how to, how to crochet, learn, leaves, legend of zelda, link, mario, mario cart, nintendo, pattern, princess, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, thread, tutorial, video, video tutorial, warrior, warrior princess, wire, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia, zelda 4 Comments

If you are following me on my blog or any social media, you will recall that I released my Link to the Past Phrygian Cap last week as Part One of the Halloween cosplay costume designs that I am creating for Nate and myself.

Today, Part Two of the costume set, is this Destiny Headband. This is a bit of a tedious process using thin thread and crocheting around wire, but the results are worth the efforts! Continue to stay tuned to more great patterns along the way to complete one or both of my costume series!

Not into the costume idea? Make a headband with just leaves! You could also use the leaf applique separately for flowers or anywhere you would need to add a decorative embellishment.

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this whole headband:

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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:
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–Aunt Lydia’s Classic Crochet Size 10 in Peacock
–Aunt Lydia’s Metallic Crochet Size 10 in Gold/Gold
–1.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
–Floral Wire
–Stitch Markers
–Wire Cutters
–Needlenose Pliers
–Measure Tape

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NOTES:

-This project uses less than 150 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each row and tips on how to make this smaller and bigger.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-The measurements for this headband is 25 inches long, but you can make your braid as long as you’d like!
-It is recommended to use Cotton thread for this project.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC2TOG: Half Double crochet decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet
DTR: Double Treble Crochet

Pattern:

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

Make 8 Leaves:
With Metallic Gold:
Ch 18
Rnd 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next, HDC in next, DC in next 2 chs, TR in next 2 chs, DTR in next 3 chs, TR in next 2 chs, DC in next 2 chs, HDC in next ch, SC in next, Sl st in last ch, Ch 2, Sl st back in the same ch as last Sl st, continue working on opposite side of foundation chain, SC in next st, HDC in next st, DC in next 2 sts, TR in next 2 sts, DTR in next 3 sts, TR in next 2 sts, DC in next 2 sts, HDC in next, SC in next, Sl st in next.
Rnd 2: Add wire and continue working around wire and into the sts. Ch up 1, put 2 SC in each st around.
Fasten off, weave in ends. Cut wire and shape leaf.
(See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Center “Hooks”:
Make 2 in Metallic Gold
Ch 25
Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next, HDC in next, DC in next 2 chs, TR in next 2 chs, 2 DTR in each of the next 3 chs, TR in next 2 chs, DC in next 2 chs, HDC in next 10 chs.
For one of the hooks, turn your work around and add the wire, SC around entire piece.
Fasten off, weave in ends, cut wire, shape your piece.
For the other hook, do not turn your work around, just add the wire and SC around entire piece.
Fasten off, weave in ends, cut wire, shape your piece.

V-Shape:
Ch 31
Row 1: Add wire and work along chain and around the wire. HDC in 2nd ch from hook and in next 13 chs, HDC2TOG, HDC in 14 chs.
Fasten off, cut wire, shape piece in a V-Shape.

Jewel in the center:
Use Peacock Blue
Work in continuous rounds
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnd 6: [2SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Add wire for your last round
Rnd 7: [2SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)
Fasten off, weave in ends. Cut wire and shape your piece.

Headband piece:
Make 6
Ch 300, fasten off.

Assembly step:
Braid the headband chains and tie knots on each end.
Sew all the pieces to the headband.
See video tutorial for visual guide.
Use photos as a visual guide.
Weave in the rest of your ends and make it look pretty!

Enjoy!!

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

Like this headband? Try the Link to the Past Stocking Cap!

Crochet Tutorial: Watermelon Baby Bib

August 4, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, baby bib, barrier, basic, beginner, bib, bibs, bow, bows, button, buttonhole, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fruit, fruity, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, melon, melons, neck, necklace, neckwrap, pattern, red heart yarns, ruffle, ruffled, seeds, stitch, summer, teach, towel, tutorial, video, video tutorial, wash, watermelon, watermelons, wrap, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

This darling bib protects a baby’s outfit from spills and spit- up. This simple design can be changed by leaving off the seed embellishments and doing alternate color combinations. In less than two hours you can create a refreshingly new gift idea! Definitely a sweet accessory to catch all the mess this fruit is sure to make!

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

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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:
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–Red Heart Super Saver in Rouge
–Red Heart Super Saver in Black
–Red Heart Super Saver in Glowworm
–Red Heart Super Saver in Hunter Green
–G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
–Button

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 Whale Bib!

NOTES:

-This project uses less than 100 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each row and tips on how to make this smaller and bigger.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-The measurements for this bib is 11 inches wide and 8.5 inches long but you can make your straps as long as you’d like!
-The typical circumference of a baby neck is between 10 and 11 inches around.
-It is recommended to use Cotton yarn, but I used Polyester.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single crochet decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

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

Bib:

Ch 22
Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn. (21)

Row 2: 2SC in 1st st, SC in each st until last st, 2SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (23)

Row 3-5: Repeat Row 2 (After Row 5, you should have 29 sts)

Rows 6-26: SC in each st across, Ch 1, turn. (29)

At this point, go on to making the straps.

Right Strap:
Row 1: SC in 12 sts, leave the rest unworked, ch 1, turn. (12)
Row 2: SC2TOG, SC in the rest of the sts on the row, ch 1, turn. (11)
Row 3: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (11)
Rows 4-13: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until you have 6 sts (See video tutorial for visual and audio instructions)
Rows 14-20: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (6)
Row 21: SC in 1st 2 sts, ch 2, sk 2 sts, SC in last 2 sts. (button hole made), ch 1, turn.
Row 22: SC in 1st 2 sts, 2 SC in ch 2 sp, SC in last 2 sts. (6)
Fasten off, weave in end

Left Strap:
Sk 5 sts on Row 26 of bib, attach yarn
(Working from inside center of bib to edge)
Row 1: SC in each st to end of row, ch 1, turn. (12)
Row 2: SC in each st until 2 sts remain, SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. (11)
Row 3: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (11)
Rows 4-13: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until you have 6 sts (See video tutorial for visual and audio instructions)
Rows 14-22: SC in each st across, Ch 1, turn. (6)
Do not fasten off. Continue to SC around entire bib.
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Ruffle Edge
Attach Green to one side right where the straps start (next to row 26 of the bib)
Row 1: Ch 1, HDC in each st until the other side, do not go all the way around the bib.
Fasten off green, turn work around.
Row 2: Looking at the back side of your work: (Work in FRONT LOOP ONLY on this row only–See video tutorial for visual instructions) With Darker Green, Attach yarn to the FRONT LOOP ONLY, ch up 3, DC in same st, 2 DC In each st across to the end of the green section, ch up 3, turn.
Row 3: Working in BOTH LOOPS, DC in first st, 2 DC in each st to the end.
Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Bow:
Ch 25
Rnd 1: SC in 1st st to form a ring, and in each ch around, work in continuous rounds
Rnds 2-6: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with really long tail.
Use the long tail to wrap around the center and make a bow.
See video tutorial for visual instructions.

Seeds: With Black
Make 5 (or as many as you want)
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 3 SC in 2nd Ch from hook, Ch 3, 3 more SC in same ch, sl st to 1st SC. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Sew bow to bib.
Sew Seeds to bib.

Enjoy!!

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

Like this Watermelon Baby Bib? Try making the Blue Whale Baby Bib Here!

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Crochet Tutorial: Easy Elephant Baby Booties

August 2, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: animal, animals, babies, baby, basic, beginner, booties, boots, character, child, children, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, cute, elephant, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, handmade, herd, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, mammal, pachyderm, pattern, red heart yarns, safari, shoes, slippers, teach, tusks, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 3 Comments

“Pack-aderm” your “trunk” full of “grey” yarn, ladies and gents! Are you up to the “tusk” of making these adorable Easy Elephant Booties? Last I “herd,” the word about the Flamingo Booties was pretty great, so I decided to add another great design to my Exotic Animal Booties Series!! I will continue to use an “elephant” of surprise when introducing these new patterns. So keep watching and sharing my page! Some may find this pair “irrelephant” but hopefully many of you will think these are as “elephantastic” as I do! Thanks a “ton” for all the love! Play around with color for some fun and whimsical elephant designs for the little one in your life

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

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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 whole KIT!!

–Red Heart Yarn Soft in Charcoal
–Red Heart Super Saver in Gray Heather
–Red Heart Super Saver in Black
–Red Heart Super Saver in White
-F-3.75mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Polyfil
–Stitch Marker
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

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 these booties!