Knitting Tutorial: Finger Knitting The Fluffy Hugs Chunky Blanket

September 29, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in Blankets, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, home decor, Video Tutorial 1 Comment

Finger knitting a chunky throw blanket is easier than you think! Follow along with me when I make this beautiful Fluffy Hugs Blanket!

In this video tutorial I teach how to make this blanket with no tools but your fingers!! Make this super chunky knit blanket and snuggle up in a bulky throw!!

There is no written pattern for this as you only need to pull up loops with your fingers to make this blanket! See it in the video tutorial!!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this 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 310 Yards of this yarn for this whole project.
-You can use any type of Bulky or Jumbo yarn to make 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 Teal and Oatmeal
–Scissors
–Measuring Tape

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

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

Try the Cozy Colossal Blanket too!!

How to Crochet Tutorial: Chic Twist Headwrap

September 25, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in accessories, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: accessories, accessory, basic, beginner, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gift, gift idea, gifts, hair, hair accessories, hairband, handmade, hat, headband, headwrap, hijab, hijab fashion, hijabi, hijabi fashion, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

Ooh la la everyone! It’s that time of year in the northern hemisphere! Get out your hooks for the latest fall fashion Chic Twist Headwrap!! Using only ONE SKEIN of Chic Sheep Yarn by Marly Bird you can make this fun fall accessory! In fact, you can make two! If you ever planned to try the Chic Sheep, now is the time to do it! I love this yarn so much!! Check out a few of my other projects where I’ve used this yarn:

Winter Chic Slippers

Colorful Visions Afghan

Arrows and Fringe Boho Fashion Scarf

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

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

Pattern:

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

Materials You will need:
–Red Heart Yarns Chic Sheep Yarn
(1 ball is all you need!)
-G-4.25mm Crochet Hook (Find the hook I used in my video tutorial here!)
–Yarn Needle
–Measuring Tape
–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 this project smaller or bigger.

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

Pattern:

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

Ch 165 or any amount that wraps around your head twice
Row 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, ch 1, turn. (164 sl sts)

Row 2: Work in FLO, HDC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (164 HDC sts)

Row 3: Work in BLO, Sl st in each st across, ch 1, turn. (164 sl sts)

Row 4: Repeat Row 2

Row 5: Repeat Row 3

Row 6: Repeat Row 2.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly step:
Twist Headband around head and cross over and pull both ends up and around to the back of the head. (See video tutorial on how to do the twist with visual instructions)
Sew the ends together in the back of the head.
Sew the opening in the middle of the headband all the way across.
See video tutorial on where exactly to sew closed.

Weave in all ends.
Enjoy!!

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Enjoyed this project? Try the Arrows and Fringe Boho Fashion Scarf Next!

How to Make a Hood using Loop-It Yarn

September 22, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in Uncategorized Leave a comment

Loop-It Yarn by Red Heart Yarns is a fun fiber that requires no tools to create some amazing projects! I created this Loop-It Pom Hood in a few short hours using a criss-cross weave technique that is easy to follow. This is perfect for all ages children to adult, perfect to dabble with a new flavor of yarn, perfect for occupational therapy and helping with fine motor skills. So much in one great product! Grab some Loop-It yarn and give it a go!! I am trying something different with this project.

Look how cool the woven pattern looks. Use this technique for scarves, hats, cowls, blankets and more!

The incredible softness is absolutely luxurious, and it is a fun yarn to work with!!
You can even get your kids to join you on this project!!

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

There is no written instructions for this pattern as it is so easy to make using the concept shown in the video. Just by criss-crossing the loops and pulling loops from the back to the front, you can make a very interesting design!

Pattern:

Questions? Leave a comment!

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Please do not copy and post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
–Loop It Yarn
–Yarn Needle
–Faux Fur Poms
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn
–Measuring Tape
–Scissors

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

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

September 20, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in Costume Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, home decor, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, basic, bed, bedroom, beginner, candy, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, decor, decoration, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, handmade, holiday, home, how to, how to crochet, learn, living room, pattern, pillow, red heart yarns, stitch, swirl, swirly, teach, throw, throw pillow, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 3 Comments

Hello Everybody! I just wanted to “lolli-POP” into your news feed to share our next installment of our Halloween Costumes!! I’m a “Sucker” for swirls and vibrant colors! These Candy Swirl Pillows are such a “Sweet Treat” to add to any room of the house!!

See the Lolli-PoPs in the background of our Halloween Costume reveal:

You can see my past years costumes here:

2015 Costumes

2016 Costumes

2017 Costumes

Each year I try to create costumes more epic than the one’s before. This year will be AWESOME!
As I create a series of patterns, each one released leading up to Halloween, they reveal clues to what Nate and I plan to wear!

See the first piece of our Halloween costumes for this year here!

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

Pattern:

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You may sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my name and Etsy Shop (YARNutopia).

Please do not copy and post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Super Saver in 3 different colors
–Size G-4.25mm crochet hook
–Yarn Needle
–16 inch Pillow Form
–Measuring Tape
–Scissors

NOTES:
-This pillow is worked in continuous rounds. Mark your rounds as you go.
-This pillow can be made bigger or smaller by doing more rounds of the repeat or less rounds.
-I used a 16 inch pillow round, but you can stuff it with stuffing or use a smaller pillow insert.

Special Stitches Used in this pattern:
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch/stitches
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet

Pillow:

Round 1: With Color 1, [1 SC, 1 HDC, 2 DC] into the 2nd ch from the hook, pull up a long loop so it doesn’t unravel when you’re working with the next yarn, with color 2, [1 SC, 1 HDC, 2 DC] into same chain as the first color, pull up a long loop, with color 3, [1 SC, 1 HDC, 2 DC] into same chain as the first color. (12 sts)

Rnd 2: Begin working with color 1 again. [In the next color, put 2DC in each of the next 4 sts.] repeat for the next 2 colors. (24 sts)

Rnd 3: Continue to change color for each color change section (See video tutorial for visual instructions), [2 DC in next st, DC in next st] 12 times. (36 sts)

Rnd 4: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 2 sts] 12 times. (48 sts)

Rnd 5: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 3 st] 12 times. (60 sts)

Rnd 6: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 4 st] 12 times. (72 sts)

Rnd 7: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 5 st] 12 times. (84 sts)

Rnd 8: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 6 st] 12 times. (96 sts)

Rnd 9: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 7 st] 12 times. (108 sts)

Rnd 10: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 8 st] 12 times. (120 sts)

Rnd 11: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 9 st] 12 times. (132 sts)

Rnd 12: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 10 st] 12 times. (144 sts)

Rnd 13: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 11 st] 12 times. (156 sts)

When you finish Round 13, for each color HDC in next st, SC in next st, Sl st in next 2 sts, fasten off.

On your first circle piece, fasten off with short tails. For your second piece, fasten off 2 colors with short tails and the 3rd color with a long tail for sewing. (See video tutorial for fasten off method instructions)

Assembly:
Sew the 2 pieces together using the whip stitch and inside out, then when you have 1/3 left of your work, flip it right side out and stuff with the pillow. Then sew the rest of the pillow closed. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Fasten off, weave in all ends. Enjoy!

Check out the other pieces for the costume below:

Vertical Stripe Leg Warmers:

Adult Knicker Pants:

Steampunk Cardigan:

Green Costume Wig:

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

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)

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Crochet Tutorial: Soft Hygge Beanie Hat

September 13, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Hygge (/ˈhjuːɡə/ HEW-gə or /ˈhuːɡə/ HOO-gə) is a Danish and Norwegian word for a mood of coziness and comfort with feelings of wellness and contentment. That is exactly what this Soft Hygge Beanie Hat is—cozy and comfortable! Using the Tunisian Simple Stitch and new Hygge Yarn from Red Heart Yarns, this design can be worked up in less than 2 hours!

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

Pattern:

Questions? Leave a comment!

You may sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my name and Etsy Shop (YARNutopia).

Please do not copy and post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials You will need:
–Red Heart Hygge Yarn (2 balls of yarn–<200 yards of yarn needed)
–Red Heart Amore Yarn (<20 yards needed)
–Pom Maker (I just used my own cardboard cut out, but you can use an actual pom maker. Find one here)
–Long Afghan Crochet Hook (Dual Sided) Size 6.50mm (Get the exact one I’m using in this tutorial here!)
–K-6.50mm crochet hook
–G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-This hat is worked in continuous rounds from the bottom up.
-The yarn I used in the main part of the hat is a bulky size 5 yarn. The bow is made with a worsted weight size 4 medium yarn.
-You can make more or less rows to fit the length you need.
-You can find a size chart for different sized measurements toward the bottom half of this page here.

Also see this size chart here:

Special Stitches Used in this pattern:
Ch: chain
St: Stitch
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
BLO: Back Loop Only
YO: Yarn Over
TSS: Tunisian Simple Stitch
TSS2TOG: Tunisian Simple Stitch Decrease

Hat

With K-6.50 Crochet Hook and Bulky Yarn
Row 1: FSC 48 sts (for larger sizes FSC 54 sts. For smaller sizes, FSC 42 sts or 36 sts) — see video tutorial on how to do FSC.
Bring first stitch around to form a ring and continue the rest of the hat with Long Afghan Hook

Round 2: Work in BLO of round 1, TSS all the way around pulling up a loop in each st, then turning the work around and pulling your other ball of working yarn through. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Rounds 3-15: (work in continuous rounds) Continue working TSS stitches until you get the length you need (2 inches less than the length of the hat you are making), you can do more or less rows. If you want to make this a slouchy hat, do more rounds.

Scroll down to see the decrease.

If you made a larger size: [TSS in 7 sts, TSS2TOG in next] 6 times. (48 sts) (then go onto the next row)

Round 16: If you had 48 sts, continue with this row: [TSS in 6 sts, TSS2TOG in next] 6 times. (42 sts)

if you made smaller sizes, use the following rows as a guide to decrease your rounds.

Round 17: [TSS in 5 sts, TSS2TOG in next] 6 times. (36 sts)

Round 18: [TSS in 4 sts, TSS2TOG in next] 6 times. (30 sts)

Rnd 19: [TSS in 3 sts, TSS2TOG in next] 6 times. (24 sts)

Rnd 20: [TSS in 2 sts, TSS2TOG in next] 6 times. (18 sts)

Rnd 21: [TSS in next st, TSS2TOG in next] 6 times. (12 sts)

Rnd 22: [TSS2TOG] 6 times. (6 sts)
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Bow:
With G-4.25mm crochet hook and Amore yarn (worsted weight yarn)
Ch 48
Bring first chain to hook to make a ring
Rnd 1: SC in first chain and each ch around. (48 sts)
Rnds 2-15: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with long tail.

Center of bow:
Ch 14
Row 1: SC in 2nd ch and across, ch 1, turn. (13 sts)
Rows 2-3: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn.
Fasten off with long tail after row 3.

Assembly step:
Sew Center of bow to Bow. Sew Bow to Hat. See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Make Large Pom and sew to top of hat.

Fasten off, weave in all ends. Enjoy!

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

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)

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Monthly Archives: September 2018

Knitting Tutorial: Finger Knitting The Fluffy Hugs Chunky Blanket

How to Crochet Tutorial: Chic Twist Headwrap

Pattern:

How to Make a Hood using Loop-It Yarn

CLICK THIS LINK TO SEE THE VIDEO ON FACEBOOK
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project!!

SEE THIS TUTORIAL ON FACEBOOK!!

How to Crochet Tutorial: Candy Swirl Pillow

2015 Costumes

2016 Costumes

2017 Costumes

See the first piece of our Halloween costumes for this year here!

Pillow:

Crochet Tutorial: Soft Hygge Beanie Hat

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