FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Ghost Hat

October 24, 2023 By Nadia Fuad in Costume Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats Tags: babies, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, costume, costume idea, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, ghost, ghost costume, ghost halloween costume, ghost hat, ghosts, halloween, handmade, hat, hats, how to, how to crochet, kids costume, learn, pattern, scary, stitch, teach, winter, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Boo! Don’t be scared, it’s just Nasir wishing you a Spook-tacular Halloween!

This year was HARD! Each year I set my bar high to create a new family Halloween costume. It’s tradition. I plan it early on, start it early in the summer, order yarn months in advance… the whole nine yards. Life got in the way. I had another surgery this year in May, of course with complications. Was down all summer recovering. Nas started pre-school on top of his ABA therapy program. It all was a lot. So when the time came this year, I was only able to get one costume completed and it was this sweet ghost.

Nas has been telling me that he wants to be a ghost for Halloween for two months now. I finally found time to make him a costume. As simple as it is, he added his ever so subtle touches with his scary stance and silly poses! He’s fully committed to being the best ghost possible!

Below, please find the full instructions for this free crochet ghost hat pattern:

Make your own version just in time to scare your friends and family this spooky season!

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

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Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below

-White yarn (less than 500 yds) – I used Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice
-Black yarn (less than 50 yards)
–Size 4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-You can use any size 4 medium, worsted weight yarn for this project
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the yarn I used in this project.
-There is no video tutorial for this pattern.

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

Pattern:

There is no video tutorial to follow along with this pattern.

Hat:

Do not turn your work with this hat pattern.

With White or your main ghost color, Ch 2 or make magic circle

Rnd 1: 8 HDC in 2nd ch from hook or in magic circle, Sl st to first st, Ch 1, DO NOT TURN. (8)

Rnd 2: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1

Rnd 3: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 4 sts, 2 HDC in last 2 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (12)

Rnd 4: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 8 sts, 2 HDC in last 2 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (16)

Rnd 5: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 12 sts, 2 HDC in last 2 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (20)

Rnds 6: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 16 sts, 2 HDC in last 2 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (24)

Rnd 7: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (24)

Rnd 8: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in each of the next 5 sts, HDC in next 12 sts, 2 HDC in each of the last 6 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (36)

Rnd 9:HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (36)

Rnd 10: 2 HDC in first st, 2 HDC in each of the next 8 sts, HDC in next 18 sts, 2 HDC in each of the last 9 sts, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (54)

Rnd 11: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (54)

Rnd 12: [2 HDC in first st, HDC in next 8 sts] 6 times, sl st to first st, Ch 1. (60)

Rnd 13: HDC in each st around, sl st to first st, Ch 1. (60)

Rnd 14: [2 HDC in first st, HDC in next 9 sts] 6 times, sl st to first st, Ch 1. (66)

Rnd 15: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (66)

Rnd 16: [2 HDC in first st, HDC in next 10 sts] 6 times, sl st to first st, Ch 1. (72)

Rnds 17-28: HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Ch 1. (72)

Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Go on to making the eyes and mouth for the ghost

Eyes:

With black, Make 2.

Ch 2 or make magic circle

Rnd 1: 8 SC in 2nd ch from hook or in magic circle, sl st to first sc, do not turn. (8)

Rnd 2: Ch 2 (does not count as st), 2 DC in same st, [DC, HDC] in next st, 1 SC in next st, [HDC, DC] in next st, 2 DC in next st, [DC, HDC] in next st, 1 SC in next st, [HDC, DC] in next st, sl st to first st. Fasten off with long tail for sewing. (14)

Put a fleck of white in the eye using white yarn.

Make 2 eyes and sew them to the hat. Weave in all ends.

Mouth:

With Black, Make 1.

Ch 2 or make magic circle

Rnd 1: 8 SC in 2nd ch from hook or in magic circle, sl st to first sc, do not turn. (8)

Rnd 2: Ch 2 (does not count as st), 2 DC in same st, [DC, HDC] in next st, 2 SC in next st, [HDC, DC] in next st, 2 DC in next st, [DC, HDC] in next st, 2 SC in next st, [HDC, DC] in next st, sl st to first st. (14)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] around, sl st to first st. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Sew to hat.

Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!

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The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Beach Vibes Bucket Hat

June 30, 2023 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, block, blocks, cap, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Hot off my hook is my Beach Vibes Bucket Hat! Just in time for the best days of summer! Lazy days at the beach, lounging poolside, or cruising around with the windows down, this hat brings all the vibes!

It’s the perfect boho-style fashion headwear to bring your warm weather wardrobe up a cool

trendy notch. My easy to make Beach Vibes Bucket Hat is your accessory passport to a fun energy summer, and you can pick colors that reflect your spirit and flair! I chose fibers in polyester and cotton by Lion Brand Yarn and Willow Yarns to bring mine to life. Are you ready to do the same!? Go grab your hook and get started on yours now! Can’t wait to see them all!

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

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos when I move away.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
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Teacher: Nadia Fuad

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Size 4 Medium Worsted Weight yarn (I used Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch color: Baby Pink (Rnd 2 of square), Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice Pink Grapefruit (Rnd 3 of the square), Willow Yarns Summer in Waterfall (main color), and Lion Brand Yarn Modern Baby color: Yellow (middle of square))
–Size H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–ScissorsNOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-You can use any size 4 medium, worsted weight yarn for this project
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the yarn I used in this project.
-There is no video tutorial for this pattern yet.
-To make this hat smaller, I would recommend leaving off the last round of the square and sewing the squares together after round 3 of the squares are done. OR you could use a smaller crochet hook to make the stitching tighter and smaller.Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Croche
DC: Double Crochet
3 DC cluster: [YO, insert hook, YO, pull through, YO pull through 2 loops] 3 times, YO pull through all loops on hook. Stitch made.

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn and Herrschner’s (Willow Yarns)

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Beach Vibes Bucket Hat

June 27, 2023 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, brim hat, bucket, Bucket hat, cap, crochet, crochet bucket hat, crochet hat, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, flower, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, square, squares, stitch, summer, summer hat, teach, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

It’s the perfect boho-style fashion headwear to bring your warm weather wardrobe up a cool

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Croche
DC: Double Crochet
3 DC cluster: [YO, insert hook, YO, pull through, YO pull through 2 loops] 3 times, YO pull through all loops on hook. Stitch made.

Pattern:

There is no video tutorial to follow along with this pattern.

Square:

I changed color every row but you do not have to. I am not writing the pattern with the color changes.
Make 5 of the squares

Start with a Magic Circle OR Ch 3

Rnd 1: 12 DC in MC or 12 DC in 3rd Ch from hook, Sl st to first st, fasten off, change color. (12)

Rnd 2: Attach yarn to any stitch, Ch 2, 3 DC cluster in same st, * Ch 2, 3 DC cluster in next st, repeat from * around ending with Ch 2, Sl st to first st, fasten off, change color. (12)

Rnd 3: In any Ch sp, Ch 2, [3DC, Ch 2, 3 DC] in same sp, * Ch 1, 3 DC in next ch sp, Ch 1, 3 DC in next ch sp, Ch 1, [3 DC, ch 2, 3 DC] in next ch sp, repeat from * around, sl st to first st, fasten off, change color.

Rnd 4: Attach yarn to Ch 2 corner sp, Ch 2, [3 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC] in same sp, * [Ch 1, 3 DC in next Ch sp] 3 times, Ch 1, [3 DC, Ch 2, 3 DC] in next corner sp, repeat from * around, sl st to first st, fasten off.

Make sure to make 5 squares, then sew them all together with 1 square in the middle and 1 square on each side of the middle square, then sew down the sides to make a bucket hat shape. Sew with the Whip Stitch using a contrasting color for the sewing.

Brim:

Attach yarn to a RIGHT corner ch 2 sp of any square on the edge to start the brim.

Ch 2 (does not count as stitch)

Rnd 1: 3 DC in same sp, * Ch 1, 3 DC in next ch sp, repeat from * around, sl st to first st, Ch 2, do not turn.

Rnd 2: 3 DC in same sp, Ch 1, 3 DC in SAME sp, * [Ch 1, 3 DC in next ch sp] 5 times, Ch 1, [3 DC, Ch 1, 3 DC] in next sp, repeat from * around, sl st to first st, Ch 2. (increase made)

Rnd 3: 3 DC in same sp, * Ch 1, 3 DC in next ch sp, repeat from * around, sl st to first st, Ch 2, do not turn.

Rnds 4-5: Repeat Rnd 3.

Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Enjoy!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn and Herrschner’s (Willow Yarns)

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Evergreen Ski Hat

January 13, 2023 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, crochet, crochet hat, crochet mens hat, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, hats, how to, how to crochet, kids hat, learn, mens hat, pattern, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, winter hat, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Nasir has been growing and changing SO MUCH! Therapy has been working wonders, and in the past several months, he has found so many new words and skills.

The holidays went pretty well, and he had a lot of fun participating in all the activities. Because of his high energy, we decided to outfit him with some snowboarding gear, and Nate took him out for a trial run. He loves it!

It was the inspiration for the Evergreen Ski Hat. I’m so excited for my guys to be matching up both in fashion and in fun!! I used Brava Yarn in Dublin green. The perfect color for my Irish husband! You can make this for anyone! The design is both feminine and masculine and adding a pom or different color can make this customizable for you or someone you love. It’s a great beanie design that I know you will want to make now! Here’s my free pattern!

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

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos even if we don’t live together.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
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Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
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Leave a comment, and share with your friends!

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Brava Yarn in Dublin Green (or any color you want!) 200 Yards
–SizeH-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

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

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of WeCrochet

Happy Halloween 2022 from YARNutopia!

October 28, 2022 By Nadia Fuad in Blog Posts, Costume Items Tags: amigurumi, basic, beanie, beginner, boo, costumes, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, halloween costumes, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, learn, mike wazowski, monster, monster costume, monsters, monsters inc, one eyed monster, pattern, plushie, sully, teach, toddler costume, tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

Our Annual Halloween Costume Reveal is here! This year, we have decided on some friendly monster costumes.

Nas loves his one-eyed green monster with horns! He was running around trying to catch pretend monsters and pretend he was one too! He’s such a little goofball!

Nasir’s costume consists of the crocheted green slip-on with a face. I paired that with the green leggings and turtleneck that I bought on Amazon. I used Lion Brand Yarn to create this ensemble.

Nate pulls off the big blue monster very well! For his costume, I created the fuzzy hat with horns. I purchased the furry costume from Amazon and voila it was the perfect match!

For my costume I just made a monster amigurumi doll and wore a pink and purple outfit to tie it all together.

In recent years, it has been difficult to find the time to make elaborate plans for costumes and not be able to get them done. I’ve scaled down quite a bit, but still like to make sure that I’ve included crochet in each costume. I hope you enjoy our monster costumes and keep coming back each year to see more!

If you’d like the crochet pattern for Nasir’s Monster Costume, you can find the written instructions here.

If you’d like the Hat Pattern that Nate is wearing, you can find the written instructions here.

If you’d like to make the little monster plushie I am holding in the photos, you can find the full written pattern here.

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Fuzzy Monster Hat with Horns

October 28, 2022 By Nadia Fuad in Costume Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, furry hat, fuzzy hat, halloween, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, learn, monster, monster hat, monsters, pattern, stitch, sullivan, sully, teach, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

It’s that time of year again! Halloween is one of my favorite holidays. Every year, we try to create something unique and fun to share here on YARNutopia. This year is no exception, and we have decided on some friendly monster costumes.

Nate pulls off the big blue monster very well! For his costume, I created the fuzzy hat with horns. I purchased the furry costume from Amazon and voila it was the perfect match!

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Knit Picks Cotlin Yarn in Silver (less than 50 yards)
–Lion Brand Yarn A Star is Born Oh Baby Yarn in Turquoise (2 balls)
-Lion Brand Homespun Yarn in Purple Haze (less than 25 yards)
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-The measurements of this hat are for an adult male (23 inches circumference of head and 9 inches tall)
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the yarn I used in this project.
-The components to this pattern are Hat Shell and Horns
-This is worked from the top down and then the horns and fur are added after the hat is made

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

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

Hat:

WORK IN BLO (you will use the front loop later to attach the fur)

With turquoise yarn

Ch 2
Work in continuous rounds for this piece

Round 1: 9 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (9)

Round 2: 2 SC in each st around. (18)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 9 times. (27)

Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 9 times. (36)

Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 9 times. (45)

Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 9 times. (54)

Rnd 7: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 8 sts] 6 times. (60)

Rnd 8: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 9 sts] 6 times. (66)

Rnds 9-45: SC in each st around.
Fasten off after round 45 or until your hat is long enough to fit your head.
Weave in all ends.

Horns:

Make 2 in the gray yarn
WORK IN BLO
Work in continuous rounds

Ch 2
Rnd 1: 4 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (4)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts around. (5)

Rnd 3: SC in each st around. (5)

Rnd 4: Repeat Rnd 2. (6)

Rnd 5: Repeat Rnd 2. (7)

Rnd 6: Repeat Rnd 2. (8)

Rnd 7: SC in each st around. (8)

Rnds 8-17: Repeat Rnd 2.
At the end of rnd 17, you should have 18 sts around.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Sew horns to the hat in the top front (see photos for reference on positioning)

Assembly step:
Cut a TON of 4 inch strands of the turquoise yarn and the homespun purple yarn
loop 1 or 2 strands around the front loops you left unworked on the hat and tie them in knots (this is a very tedious part of the hat, but it’s worth it!)
Make the purple spots first, then go in and add the turquoise yarn. I skipped 2 sts between attaching yarn so it wouldn’t be too fluffy but you can add or do less. The monster hat I made has 4 medium sized purple spots on the head. Don’t worry about uneven strands, after all the strands are attached, you will give the hat a haircut to your liking!

Enjoy!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Holiday Stocking Hat

November 18, 2021 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats Tags: basic, beanie, beanie season, beanie weather, beginner, cap, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, holiday, holiday hat, how to, how to crochet, instructions, pattern, santa hat, stitch, stocking, stocking hat, stocking hat crochet pattern, teach, winter, winter hat, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

The holiday season is upon us and I am so excited! I love cozy hats and scarves this time of year and I couldn’t resist making a new hat for the season! Introducing my super soft Holiday Stocking Hat! I used Vel-Luxe yarn for the main part of the hat, Go for Faux yarn for the fur brim and a furry pom I found at the craft store. All yarn is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn.

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos even if we don’t live together.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
There will be an added expense of more travel and hopefully this won’t deter our ability to provide consistent videos on a weekly basis.

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Vel-Luxe Yarn by Lion Brand Yarn in the color Eggplant
–Go For Faux Yarn by Lion Brand Yarn in the color Chinchilla
–Size -H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:

-Use a smaller hook to make this smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make this bigger
-This is written in US terms
-This took about 5 hours to make.
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the Lion Brand yarn I used in this project.
-This pattern with video tutorial shows the measurement as an adult sized hat

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

Pattern:

Ch 2
Work in continuous rounds

Rnd 1: 9 SC in 2nd ch from hook (9)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in first st, SC in the rest of the sts around. (10)

Rnds 3-10: Repeat Rnd 2 (you’ll increase by 1 stitch each round, rnd 10 will have 18 sts)

Rnds 10-14: Sc in each st around. (18)

Rnds 15-20: 2 SC in first st, SC in the rest of the sts around (you’ll increase by 1 st each round, rnd 20 will have 24 sts)

Rnds 21-24: Sc in each st around. (24)

Rnd 25: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)

Rnds 26-30: SC in each st around.

Rnd 31: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)

Rnds 32-36: SC in each st around. (36)

Rnd 37: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)

Rnds 38-40: SC in each st around. (42)

Rnd 41: [2SC in next st, SC in next 6 sts] 6 times. (48)

Rnds 42-45: SC in each st around. (48)

Rnd 46: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 7 sts] 6 times. (54)

Rnd 47: SC in each st around.

Rnd 48: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 8 sts] 6 times. (60)

Rnd 49: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 9 sts] 6 times. (66)

Rnds 50-75: SC in each st around. Fasten off velvety yarn.

Rnd 76: Attach Fur yarn to any stitch. Ch 2, DC in each st around, Sl st to first st. (if your tension is looser, DC evenly in 60 sts around (you can skip a few stitches here and there, no one will notice)

Rnds 77-78: Ch 2, DC in each st around, Sl st to first st.
(Since it’s fur, you can work BETWEEN the stitches and that will work just fine, use your fingers to find the spaces between your stitches and insert your next st in there)

Fasten off. Attach pom to top of hat.

Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Rainbow Pom Hat

October 13, 2021 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, handmade, hat, hats, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, pride, pride hat, rainbow, rainbows, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

I am obsessed with bright colors and anything rainbow!! I created this hat to match the Rainbow Pom Scarf! Check that pattern out and make the full set! This year for Halloween, we are doing a Rainbow Theme so I wanted to create a hat and scarf to go together. You can use any colors you like with this easy tutorial using Lion Brand Yarn in the Hometown Line. I hope you enjoy this tutorial and pattern!!

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos even if we don’t live together.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
There will be an added expense of more travel and hopefully this won’t deter our ability to provide consistent videos on a weekly basis.

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Lion Brand Yarn Hometown in all the colors of the rainbow
–Size -N-10.00mm Crochet Hook
-Measuring Tape
-Pom Maker
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:

-Use a smaller hook to make this smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make this bigger
-This is written in US terms
-This took about 2 hours to make.
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the Lion Brand yarn I used in this project.
-This pattern with video tutorial shows the measurement as an adult sized hat

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
FSC: Foundation Single Crochet
FDC: Foundation Double Crochet
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

Ch 21

Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook, DC in next 10 chs, HDC in last 5 chs, Change color on last st, Ch 1, Turn

Row 2: With new color, WORK IN BLO, HDC in 5 sts, DC in next 10 sts, SC in last 5 sts, Change color on last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 3: With new color, WORK IN BLO, SC in 5 sts, DC in next 10 sts, HDC in last 5 sts, Change color on last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Rows 4-21: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until your hat is wide enough to fit around the head (I did 21 rows total, but you might need to do more or less rows)

Fasten off with long tail on your last stitch (use it for sewing)

Assembly Step:
Sew up the seam and sew up the top to cinch it closed. Make a pom and attach it to the top of the hat.

Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Rainbow Pom Hat

October 13, 2021 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, hat, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, pride, pride hat, rainbow, rainbows, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

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

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos even if we don’t live together.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
There will be an added expense of more travel and hopefully this won’t deter our ability to provide consistent videos on a weekly basis.

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:

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

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: New Year, New Me Chunky Hat

December 31, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, hats Tags: afghan stitch, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, knit hat, pattern, stitch, teach, tutorial, video tutorial, winter hat, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

I took a little time off for the holiday. Sorry for being missing from my YARNutopia platforms lately. I’m ending the year with a NEW pattern and I hope you really like it! It features Lion Brand Yarn Hometown in Tampa Spice and Aspen Tweed. Plus, a FUR POM!! I hope you all have a safe and healthy New Year! Cheers to 2021!!

There is no video tutorial for this 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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Lion Brand Yarn Hometown in Aspen Tweed and Tampa Spice
–Size Q-15mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
-Faux Fur Pom
–Scissors

NOTES:

-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This is written in US terms
-This hat will fit any adult
-I do not have stitch counts for smaller or bigger sizes.
-This took about 3 hours for me to create.
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the Lion Brand yarn I used in this project.

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

Pattern:

Work into the center of the stitches (See this video tutorial for visual instructions on how to do the waistcoat stitch)

Rnd 1: With Tampa Red, Ch 2, 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook, work in continuous rounds.

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around (work INTO the center of the stitch, not the top of the stitch) (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)

Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)

Rnd 7: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)

Rnds 8-18: SC in each st around. (42) (Change color to the ASPEN TWEED after Round 8)

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Sew a fur pom at the top of the hat.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Bumble Bee Romper and Beanie Costume

October 23, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, Costume Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, baby bee, baby bee costume, baby costume, basic, beanie, bee, bee costume, bees, beginner, bumble bee, bumble bee costume, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, epic costume, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, halloween costume, halloween costumes, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, photo prop, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

My little guy buzzes all over the place! 🐝 He rarely stays still. He was my inspiration for this busy Bumble Bee Romper and Beanie Costume! Nasir makes the cutest little honey bumble bee around! 🐝🐝
Each year we do epic Halloween costumes, and this year is no exception! A special thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for providing the amazing fibers for this year’s costumes!

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

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos even if we don’t live together.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
There will be an added expense of more travel and hopefully this won’t deter our ability to provide consistent videos on a weekly basis.

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Lion Brand Yarn 24/7 Cotton in Black (1 Ball of yarn)
–Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch in Lemonade (1 Ball of yarn)
–Size H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
-4 Small Buttons in yellow
–Scissors

NOTES:

-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-The video tutorial and written pattern showcase a size Women’s Large US size.
-This is written in US terms
-This romper will fit an 18-24 month old toddler.
-See the VIDEO TUTORIAL for other sizing tips/tricks.
-I do not have stitch counts for smaller or bigger sizes.
-This took about 5 hours for me to create.
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the WeCrochet yarn I used in this project.

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

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Bumble Bee Romper and Beanie Costume

October 23, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in baby, Baby Items, Costume Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, baby bee costume, baby bumble bee, basic, beanie, bee, bee cosplay, bee costume, bees, beginner, best costume, bumble bee costume, bumblebee, character, child, cosplay, costume contest, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, diy bee costume, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, halloween 2020, halloween costume, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, infant, kids, learn, pattern, stitch, teach, toddler, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

My little guy buzzes all over the place! 🐝 He rarely stays still. He was my inspiration for this busy Bumble Bee Romper and Beanie Costume! Nasir makes the cutest little honey bumble bee around! 🐝🐝
Each year we do epic Halloween costumes, and this year is no exception! A special thank you to Lion Brand Yarn for providing the amazing fibers for this year’s costumes!

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos even if we don’t live together.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
There will be an added expense of more travel and hopefully this won’t deter our ability to provide consistent videos on a weekly basis.

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:

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

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

Bumble Bee Romper:

Front Panel:

With Black:
Ch 13
Row 1: HDC in 2nd Ch and in each ch across, Ch 1, Turn. (12 sts)

Rows 2-7: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (12)

Row 8: 2 HDC in first st, HDC in each st until 1 st remains, put 2 HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn. (14)

Rows 9-17: Repeat Row 8. (At the end of Row 17, you should have 32 sts across)
After Row 17, Change color to Yellow (do not fasten off black, you will pick up that color at Row 20)

Row 18: HDC across, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 19: HDC across, Pick up Black yarn from Row 17 and change color from yellow to black

Continue to Change color every 2 rows

Rows 20-43: HDC across, ch 1, Turn.

Fasten off when you have 7 of the yellow stripes, then turn your work around to the bottom again and work the back panel on the opposite end of the foundation row.

Back Panel:

Attach your black yarn to the first stitch on the foundation row of your front panel.

Ch 1

Rows 1-3: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (12)

Rows 4-13: 2 HDC in first st, HDC in each st until 1 st remains, put 2 HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn. (After Row 13, you will have the 32 sts across)

After Row 13, Change color to Yellow (do not fasten off black, you will pick up that color at Row 15)

Row 14: HDC across, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 15: HDC across, Pick up Black yarn from Row 13 and change color from yellow to black

Continue to Change color every 2 rows

Rows 16-39: HDC across, ch 1, Turn.

Row 40: Change to Black and HDC across, Ch 1, Turn, do not fasten off, continue with the first strap

First Shoulder strap:

Ch 1

Row 1: HDC in 12 sts, Ch 1, Turn (Leave the rest of the sts on this row unworked)

Rows 2-5: HDC across, Ch 1, Turn.
Fasten off after Row 5.

Second Shoulder Strap:

Count 12 sts in from the left side, Attach your yarn, Ch 1

Row 1: HDC in the 12 sts (if you need to see the video tutorial for visual instructions, see it here)

Rows 2-5: HDC across, Ch 1, Turn.
Fasten off after Row 5.

Weave in all ends.

Assembly step:

Sew 4 buttons to the front panel where the straps will attach.
Sew up both sides of the romper leaving room for arm holes.
See video tutorial for visual instructions

Leg Trim:

SC 48 sts evenly around both leg holes to clean up edges.

Weave in all ends.

Beanie Hat:

With 24/7 Cotton in Black

Ch 2
Work in Continuous Rounds
Rnd 1: 9 HDC in 2nd Ch from hook. (9)

Rnd 2: 2 HDC in each st around. (18)

Rnd 3: [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next st] 9 times. (27)

Rnd 4: [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 2 sts] 9 times. (36)

Rnd 5: [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 3 sts] 9 times. (45)

Rnd 6: [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 4 sts] 9 times. (54)

Rnds 7-18: HDC in each st around. (54)
Sl st to next st, Fasten off, Weave in all ends.

For the wings, I used this tutorial to learn how to make DIY wings using nylons and coat hangers.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Lion Brand Yarn

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Sign of The Times Beanie Hat

September 29, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Uncategorized Tags: baby, basic, beanie, beginner, beginner hat, cap, coronavirus, covid, crochet, crochet ear saver, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheted hat, crocheting, ear savers, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, faux fur, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, learn, mask, mask hat, pandemic, pandemic hat, pattern, pom, pom pom, sign of the times, stitch, striped hat, teach, times, tutorial, video, video tutorial, wear a mask, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

LIMITED TIME ONLY! Get this FREE PDF Digital Download for the LEAP INTO FALL EVENT Hosted By Nicki’s Homemade Crafts HERE!!
(Or click the image below to save the pattern)

This is the Sign Of The Times Hat and like the name, it really is indicative of the times we are living in.
As we approach colder weather in the northern hemisphere, we will not only have to deal with the cold and wind, but also the season of colds and flu. We are already doing everything to combat Covid-19 by social distancing and wearing masks, washing our hands, and not touching surfaces. My new hat design comes with buttons to accommodate a face-mask and then an attachment to cover the face-mask underneath.

We all want to enjoy the outdoors and with so much ahead of us-sport events, holidays, and other situations where we may be near others, this hat is the perfect way to accommodate a face-mask while battling the elements!

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos even if we don’t live together.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
There will be an added expense of more travel and hopefully this won’t deter our ability to provide consistent videos on a weekly basis.

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:

Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below

–Lion Brand Yarns Basic Stitch in Goldmine (one ball of yarn)
–Brava Worsted by WeCrochet in any color (I used Dublin Green and a burnt orange color)
–Paintbox Yarns in Red and Light Green
–Faux Fur Pom
–Size H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–2 Buttons
–Scissors

NOTES:

-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This is written in US terms
-This took about 2 days to make
-This hat will fit any adult
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the yarn I used in this project. The yarns I used are listed in the Materials Section above.
-This hat is crocheted from the bottom up.

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
Puff Stitch: [YO, Insert hook, YO, pull through] 3 times, YO pull through all 7 loops on hook. Puff made.
BLO: Back Loop Only

Pattern:

Brim:

With tan color
Ch 16

Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch and in each ch across, Ch 1, Turn. (15)

Rows 2-65: Working in BLO, SC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (15)

SC 1st and last row together to form a headband style piece. Do NOT fasten off.

Hat portion:

Round 1: Fold the headband so that both edges are together (so the headband is half the width it was) and evenly SC 66 sts around the edge closing the whole piece by single crocheting both layers together. (see photos for a visual idea).
Fasten off and change color.

Rnd 2: Attach to any stitch, Ch 3 (counts as first DC st), *Puff St in next st, DC in next st, repeat from * around, ending with Puff st in last st, sl st to first ch 3 st, Ch 1. Do NOT turn. (66)

Rnd 3: SC in each st around, sl st to first SC, Fasten off, change color.

Rnd 4: Attach next color in stitch you last sl st’d into, Ch 3, *Puff St in next st, DC in next st, repeat from * around, ending with Puff st in last st, sl st to first ch 3 st, Ch 1. (66)

Rnd 5: Repeat Rnd 3
Change color

Rnd 6: Repeat Rnd 4

Rnd 7: Repeat Rnd 3
Change color

Rnd 8: Repeat Rnd 4

Rnd 9: Repeat Rnd 3
Change color

Rnd 10: Repeat Rnd 4

Rnd 11: Repeat Rnd 3
Change color

Rnd 12: Repeat Rnd 4

Rnd 13: [SC2TOG, SC in next 9 sts] 6 times, sl st to first SC, Fasten off, Change color. (60)

Rnd 14: Repeat Rnd 4 (60)

Rnd 15: [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts] 10 times, sl st to first sc. Fasten off, Change color. (50)

Rnd 16: Repeat Rnd 4 (50)

Rnd 17: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 10 times, Sl st to first SC, Fasten off, Change color. (40)

Rnd 18: Repeat Rnd 4 (40)

Rnd 19: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 10 times, Sl st to first SC, Fasten off, Change color. (30)

Rnd 20: Attach new color, [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 10 Times, sl st to first SC, Ch 1 (20)

Rnd 21: [SC2TOG] 10 times, Sl st to first SC, Fasten off with long tail.
Sew top hole closed with that long tail and sew on a faux fur pom on the top.

Fasten off, weave in ends.

Mask:

I used red but you can use any colors

Ch 6

Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and across, Ch 1, turn. (5 sts)

Row 2: 2 SC in first st, SC in next 3 sts, 2 SC in last st, ch 1 turn. (7)

Row 3: SC in first 2 sts, Ch 3, Sk 3 sts, SC in last 2 sts, Ch 1, Turn. (button hole made)

Row 4: SC in each st and each Ch across, Ch 1, Turn. (7)

Row 5: 2 SC in first st, SC in each st until 1 st remains, put 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, Turn. (9)

Rows 6-8: Repeat Row 5 (11 sts for row 6, 13 sts for row 7, 15 sts for row 8)

Rows 9-41: SC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (15)

Row 42: SC2TOG, SC in each st until 2 sts remain, SC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (13)

Row 43: repeat row 42. (11)

Row 44: Repeat Row 42. (9)

Row 45: Repeat Row 42. (7)

Row 46: SC in first 2 sts, Ch 3, Sk 3 sts, SC in last 2 sts, Ch 1, Turn. (button hole made)

Row 47: SC in each st and each Ch across, Ch 1, Turn. (7)

Row 48: SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts, SC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn.

Continue to SC around entire piece to clean up the edges.

Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Assembly Step:

Sew a button on each side of the hat near the ears so the mask can be buttoned on. I sewed my buttons on the inside of the hat but you can sew them on the outside if you’d like. I liked the idea of flipping the hat brim up and having the buttons exposed if I wanted them to be. Otherwise they are hidden inside and your mask can attach to the inside buttons.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of WeCrochet, LoveCrafts and Lion Brand Yarn

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Stadium Pom Beanie

August 23, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, cap, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fall, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, football, free crochet pattern, free pattern, green bay packers, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, packers, pattern, pom, pom pom, slouch, slouchy, sports, stadium, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, winter, winter hat, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

This year, the winter sport season might have a different look and feel to it. We may not be able to enjoy the exact same experiences we have in the past but that doesn’t mean we can’t show our team spirit or wear our team colors with pride! My Stadium Pom Beanie is the perfect pattern to segue into fall and winter fashion. This easy to make and assemble hat is perfect for any sports enthusiast. It works up quickly and you can change colors for any team. You don’t like sports? No problem, use this pattern with any color and it is sure to please anyone who receives it.

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos even if we don’t live together.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
There will be an added expense of more travel and hopefully this won’t deter our ability to provide consistent videos on a weekly basis.

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Brava Worsted by WeCrochet in any color (I used Grass–200 yards, and Caution less than 100 yards)
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
-Pom maker (I cut one out of cardboard and made my own)
–Scissors

NOTES:

-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This is written in US terms
-This took about 3 hours for me to make
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the WeCrochet yarn I used in this project.

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
BLO: Back Loop Only
HHDC: Herringbone Half Double Crochet – YO, Insert Hook, YO pull through and pull through first loop on hook, YO pull through both loops on hook.

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Stadium Pom Beanie

July 23, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, hats Tags: autumn, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, cheesehead, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fall, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, football, football season, free crochet, free crochet pattern, free pattern, green bay, green bay packers, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, packer, packer hat, packers, pattern, pom, pom pom, sports, sporty, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, winter, winter hat, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

My dad will continue to be the videographer, editor, and photographer for our videos even if we don’t live together.
Support YARNutopia today so we can continue to bring you clear, quality crochet tutorials even after I move into my new home!
There will be an added expense of more travel and hopefully this won’t deter our ability to provide consistent videos on a weekly basis.

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:

Pattern:

Hat:

With Main Color
Ch 2

Rnd 1: 9 HHDC in 2nd Ch from hook, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (9)

Rnd 2: 2 HHDC in each st around, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (18)

Rnd 3: [2 HHDC in next st, HHDC in next st] 9 times, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (27)

Rnd 4: [2 HHDC in next st, HHDC in next 2 sts] 9 times, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (36)

Rnd 5: [2 HHDC in next st, HHDC in next 3 sts] 9 times, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (45)

Rnd 6: [2 HHDC in next st, HHDC in next 4 sts] 9 times, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (54)

Rnd 7: [2 HHDC in next st, HHDC in next 8 sts] 6 times, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (60)

Rnd 8: [2 HHDC in next st, HHDC in next 9 sts] 6 times, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (66)

Rnd 9: [2 HHDC in next st, HHDC in next 10 sts] 6 times, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (72)

Rnds 10-32: HHDC in each st around, Sl st to first HHDC, Ch 1, Turn. (72)

(I changed colors to Caution Yellow for rows 18 to 22–5 rows total) but you can change color as many times as you want)

After Round 32, Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Create a Giant Pom Pom and sew to the top of your hat.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of WeCrochet

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Tiger Hat with Earflaps

April 6, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats Tags: animal, animals, babies, baby, basic, beanie, beginner, big cat, cap, cats, character hat, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, earflap hat, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, kitties, kitty, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, stripes, teach, tiger, tigers, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

I could not help myself and had to jump on the Big Cat train. You never know when you will get inspired and what will lend itself to that inspo. A recent streaming docu-drama became the precipice to making my Big Cat Tiger Hat, and who better to demonstrate how adorable this hat is than Nasir?

Using the selections of yarn in my present stash (due to quarantine, I am limited to finding projects to which lend themselves to what I have because making a yarn order is off the table for the time being) I decided to construct a tiger hat using a selection of Red Heart Yarns in Hygge, With Love, Soft, and Super Saver.

Here is the step by step pattern that will walk you through this project so you can make your very own.

Due to the constraints that our present situation has put on us. I am continuing the practice of SAFER AT HOME. Therefore, am unable to film a detailed video tutorial right now. Once the mandate is lifted and I am able to travel, my dad and I hope to film this project. A detailed piece like this deserves a top notch video tutorial for everyone. In the meantime, I hope this will suffice.

Stay safe and keep crocheting!

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Black, White, Gold
–Red Heart Soft yarn in Rose Blush
–Red Heart With Love yarn in Mango
–Size H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Safety Eyes
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This hat will fit a 12 month old baby, you can continue the increase as established to make the head part wider. End the increase sooner to make it smaller.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC3TOG: Double Crochet 3 together
DC: Double Crochet

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

Hat Shell:

Work in continuous Rounds and in BLO
With Mango orange

Ch 2

Rnd 1: 10 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (10)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (20)

Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 10 times. (30)

Rnd 4: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 10 times. (40)

Rnd 5: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 10 times. (50)

Rnd 6: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 10 times. (60)

Rnds 7-20: SC in each st around. (60)

Sl st into next st, Do not fasten off. Continue to work the first earflap

First Earflap:

Work in Both Loops, Ch 1
Row 1: HDC in next 10 sts, Ch 1, Turn. (10)

Rows 2-3: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (10)

Row 4: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 6 sts, HDC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (8)

Row 5: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (8)

Row 6: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 4 sts, HDC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (6)

Row 7: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (6)

Row 8: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 2 sts, HDC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (4)

Row 9: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (4)

Row 10: [HDC2TOG] twice, Ch 1, Turn. (2)

Row 11: HDC2TOG. (1)
Fasten off first earflap.

Skip 20 sts

Second Earflap:

Attach Yarn in both loops, Ch 1

Work in Both Loops
Row 1: HDC in next 10 sts, Ch 1, Turn. (10)

Rows 2-3: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (10)

Row 4: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 6 sts, HDC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (8)

Row 5: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (8)

Row 6: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 4 sts, HDC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (6)

Row 7: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (6)

Row 8: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 2 sts, HDC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (4)

Row 9: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (4)

Row 10: [HDC2TOG] twice, Ch 1, Turn. (2)

Row 11: HDC2TOG. (1)

Fasten off Mango.
With Black,
Edging: SC around the entire brim of hat.

Mouth Piece:

With White
Ch 15

Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and across, Ch 1, Turn. (14)

Row 2: SC2TOG, SC in each st until 2 sts remain, SC2TOG on last 2 sts, Ch 1, Turn. (12)

Rows 3-7: Repeat Row 2 until there are only 2 sts left.
Do not fasten off
Continue to SC around entire piece. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Nose:

With Rose blush Pink

Ch 10
Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook, HDC in next 2 Chs, DC3TOG, HDC in next 2 Chs, SC in last Ch. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly Step:

Sew White mouth piece to Hat, Sew Nose to the top of the mouth part. Embroider a line down the center of the nose all the way to the bottom of the mouth piece. Weave in all ends. (see photo for visual location)

Eyes:

Make 2 of each part.

Large part:

With Black, Work in continuous rounds and 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)

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Medium Part:

With Gold,

Work in continuous rounds and 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)

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Small Part:

With White,

Work in continuous rounds and BLO

Ch 2

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)

Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly step: Sew the gold part to the black part, then sew the white part to it, then add a safety eye, position the eyes so they are more oval shaped than circular shaped. Just pull the side and sew the pieces toward one side (see the photo of the eyes as a guide on how to sew them together)
Sew the eyes to the hat, weave in all ends.

Ears:

Make 2 in Mango

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)

Rnds 5-8: SC in each st around. (24)

Rnd 9: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)

Rnd 10: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12)

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Inner Ear:

With White
Ch 6

Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and across, Ch 1, Turn. (5)

Row 2: 2 SC in first st, SC in each st until 1 st remains, put 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, Turn. (7)

Row 3: 2 SC in first st, SC in each st until 1 st remains, Put 2 SC in last st, Ch 1, Turn. (9)

Row 4: SC across, Ch 1, Turn. (9)

Row 5: SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts, SC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (7)

Row 6: SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts, SC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (5)

Row 7: SC2TOG, SC in next st, SC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. 3
Do not fasten off, Continue to SC around the entire piece. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Back of ear piece:

With White,
Ch 2

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook, Sl st to first SC. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly Step: Flatten orange part of ear, Sew inner ear to one side, sew the smaller circle to the back of the ear.

Surface crochet the black stripe (or you can embroider it), around the curve of the ear using black Hygge yarn.

Surface Crochet all the stripes on the hat with Black Hygge Yarn or any Black Yarn (you can also embroider these or make chains as long as you want your stripes and sew them to the hat), I did surface crochet and made my stripes at random.

Tie Braids to each earflap (optional)

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Yarnspirations

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Wee One Baby Bonnet

February 23, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, baby bonnet, basic, beanie, beginner, bonnet, bonnets, cap, child, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny, granny square, granny squares, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, infant, learn, moss stitch, pattern, red heart yarns, single crochet, square, squares, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, vintage, wee one, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

My Wee One Bonnet is a mix of moss stitch granny squares and a few other fun stitches that works up nicely in this cute unisex bonnet! I made this one in Marly Bird’s Chic Sheep Yarn in the color VIP but don’t be limited to that! You can make this in every color of the rainbow for all the babies or Wee Ones that you know!

This little bonnet has a bit of a square shape which makes this have a little bit of a vintage appeal. Many of the old school bonnets had a similar shape and this one is a sweet one to resurrect this fun look. One of these would make a lovely addition to any layette.

This bonnet is a year round wear item, but is perfect for fitting under a hood since it has little bulk. It is also nice for springtime to protect ears from a slight breeze or chill in the air. You can’t go wrong with one of these for your little one or for a gift!

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

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Chic Sheep Yarn in VIP
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Wee One Baby Bonnet

February 23, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects Tags: babies, baby, baby bonnet, basic, beanie, beginner, bonnet, bonnets, cap, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, granny square, handmade, how to, how to crochet, learn, moss stitch, pattern, red heart yarns, sewing, single crochet, square, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, vintage, wee one, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Chic Sheep Yarn in VIP
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

Granny Square:

Make 2
Ch 2

Rnd 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook, [Ch 2, SC in same ch as first SC] 3 times, Ch 2, Sl st to first SC.

Rnd 2: Sl st into Ch 2 corner sp, Ch 1, [SC, Ch 2, SC] in corner,* Ch 1, [SC, Ch 2, SC] into next corner, repeat from * around, sl st to first SC.

Rnd 3: Sl st into Ch 2 corner sp, Ch 1, [SC, Ch 2, SC] in corner, *Ch 1, SC in next ch 1 sp, Ch 1, [SC, Ch 2, SC] in corner, repeat from * around, sl st to first SC.

Rnd 4: Sl st into Ch 2 corner sp, Ch 1, [SC Ch 2, SC] in corner, * [Ch 1, SC in next ch 1 sp] repeat until you get to the next corner, [SC, Ch 2, SC] into corners, repeat from * around, Sl st to first SC.

Rnds 5-10: Repeat Round 4

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Center ribbing:

Work in BLO to make the ribbing look

Ch 17

Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and each ch across, ch 1, turn. (16)

Row 2: SC in each st across, Ch 1, turn.

Rows 3-40: repeat Row 2

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly Step:

Sew the center ribbing piece to the granny squares. See the video tutorial for specific visual instructions. See photos for visual instructions as well.

Bottom Cuff:

Attach Yarn to bottom corner of bonnet (see video tutorial for specific location)

Row 1: Ch 2, DC across the bottom of the bonnet, Turn.

Row 2: Ch 2 (does not count as stitch), DC in first st, FPDC on next, BPDC on next, repeat from * across, ending with DC in last st, Turn.

Rows 3-4: Repeat Row 2
Fasten off, Weave in ends.

Ties/Straps

Attach yarn to bottom corner of bonnet (do this for both straps)

Ch 51, SC in 2nd Ch and each ch across until you get back to the bonnet. Sl st to bonnet. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Yarnspirations

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Sweetheart Baby Hat

February 5, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats Tags: babies, baby, baby hat, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, child, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fur pom, handmade, how to, how to crochet, infant, kids, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, super saver, sweetheart, sweetheart baby hat, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

It is not a secret or something I keep *under my hat* but I love puns! Each year I love to *cap-tivate* you with my clever captions and cute patterns. I want you to go *a-head* and enjoy them. I know some are not going to be fans, but what can I do? *Hatters gonna hat!* So, whether you live in *Man-hat-tan* or *Cap(e) Coral* I hope you find something you love. Today’s pattern is the Sweetheart Baby Hat because it was made with my sweetheart niece in mind! Enjoy!

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:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Super Saver in Dusty Gray, Baby Pink, Petal Pink, Pale Plum, Cherry Red, Rouge
–SizeH-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This hat will fit a baby up to 1 year old

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

Hat:

With Gray Ch 2

Work in 3rd Loop of the HDC sts (See video tutorial for specific location)

Rnd 1: 9 HDC in 2nd Ch from the hook, Sl st to first st, Turn. (9)

Rnd 2: Work in 3rd Loop of the sts for rounds 2-11, Ch 1, 2 HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Turn. (18)

Rnd 3: Ch 1, [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next st] 9 times, Sl st to first st, Turn. (27)

Rnd 4: Ch 1, [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 2 sts] 9 times, Sl st to first st, Turn. (36)

Rnd 5: Ch 1, [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 3 sts] 9 times, sl st to first st, Turn. (45)

Rnd 6: Ch 1, [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 4 sts] 9 times. sl st to first st, Turn. (54)

Rnd 7: Ch 1, [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 8 sts] 6 times, sl st to first st, Turn. (60)

Rnds 8-11: Ch 1, HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Turn. (60)
Fasten off gray.

Rnd 12: With Baby Pink, attach yarn, Looking at the outside of the hat, (No more turning the hat after each round), Ch 1, SC in each st around, Fasten off, change color.

Rnd 13: With Rouge, SC in each st around, Fasten off, Change Color

Rnd 14: With Perfect Pink, SC in each st around, Fasten off, Change Color

Rnd 15: With Red, SC in each st around, Fasten off, Change Color

Rnd 16: With light purple, SC in each st around, Fasten off, Change Color

Rnd 17: With Red, SC in each st around, Fasten off, Change Color

Rnd 18: With Perfect Pink, SC in each st around, Fasten off, Change Color

Rnd 19: With Rouge, SC in each st around, Fasten off, Change Color

Rnd 20: With Baby pink, SC in each st around, Fasten off, Change Color

Rnd 21: With Gray, Ch 2 (Does not count as a stitch), DC in each st around, Sl st to first st. Ch 2.

Rnd 22: FPDC on next st, BPDC on next st, repeat from * around, Sl st to first st, Ch 2.

Rnds 23-25: Repeat Round 22

Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Assembly: Add a pom to the top of the hat.

Heart: (Optional)

Round 1: Ch 3, 12 DC in 3rd Ch from hook, sl st to first st. (12)

Round 2: Ch 1, dc in the same stitch. [tr, tr, htr] in next st, [dc, hdc] in next st, 2 sc in next 2 sts, [hdc, dc, ch1] in next st, [dc, hdc] in next st, 2 SC in next 2 sts, [hdc, dc] in next st, [htr, tr, tr] in next st, [dc, ch1] in last st, st sl in the same stitch. Fasten off with a long tail for sewing.

Sew heart to hat. (embellish with a button if you’d like!)

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Yarnspirations

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Sweetheart Baby Hat

February 5, 2020 By Nadia Fuad in Uncategorized Tags: babies, baby, baby hat, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, child, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fur pom, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet, infant, kids, learn, pattern, pom, red heart yarns, stitch, sweetheart, sweetheart baby hat, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

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.

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This hat will fit a baby up to 1 year old

12 Days of Christmas: Beanie with Bling – FREE Crochet Video Tutorial

December 4, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, basic, beanie, beanie with bling, beginner, big bow, bling, blingy, bow, cap, christmas, crochet, crochet bow, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, massive bow, microfashion, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, style, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

I know many of you have a little one on your holiday gift giving list, and I have a great quick project for you! The Beanie with Bling is next on our series! On the 4th day of Christmas we have something special for the sweet littles in our lives! I made this cute beanie for my niece! This bow topped winter hat, dressed up with a pretty piece of bling is just perfect for this sweet girl! She wears it well and LOVES it! Look at those poses she makes! This free crochet pattern has a written tutorial along with a video for instructions so anyone can make this! I am telling you now, who ever gets this for Christmas will LOVE it! Go make yours now by following my instructions below! The written instructions are linked in the graphics of this post.

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

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
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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 you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Amore (I Used the color Peaceful)
–Button
-G-4.25mm crochet hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-You can do as many rows of the increase part of this pattern as you want to make it as wide as you want.

12 Days of Christmas: Beanie with Bling – FREE Written Crochet Pattern

December 4, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects Tags: amore, amore yarn, babies, baby, baby hat, basic, beanie, beanie with bling, beginner, big bow, bling, blingy, buttery, cap, christmas, crochet bow, 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, red heart yarns, soft, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, winter, winter hat, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

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:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-You can do as many rows of the increase part of this pattern as you want to make it as wide as you want.

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

Hat:

Ch 31
Row 1: HDC in 2nd Ch from hook and next 4 chs, DC in next 20 chs, SC in last 5 chs, Ch 1, Turn. (30)

Row 2: SC in 1st 5 sts, DC in next 20 sts, Working in BLO, HDC in last 5 sts, Ch 1, turn. (30)

Row 3: Working in BLO, HDC in first 5 sts, Working in Both Loops, DC in next 20 sts, SC in last 5 sts, Ch 1, turn.

Rows 4-35: Repeat Rows 2 & 3

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew up back of hat and cinch the top closed by sewing it. See video tutorial for visual instructions.

Bow:

Work in BLO and in continuous rounds
Ch 45

Rnd 1: SC in first Ch to form a ring, SC in each ch around, do not attach, continue to work in continuous rounds and in BLO

Rnds 2-12: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with long tail.
Cinch Center together and wrap yarn around. Sew button to center of bow.
Attach bow to top of hat.
See video tutorial for visual instructions

Enjoy!!

The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Yarnspirations

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Family Fair Isle Hat

November 12, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, chic sheep hat, chic sheep yarn, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, earflap, earflap hat, fair isle, fair isle crochet, family, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, for beginners, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, knit stitch, learn, pattern, red heart chic sheep, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

Introducing my Family Fair Isle Hat. This is a fun pattern for everyone! OOOH Yeah! This is the perfect hat for the season, for the family, for ANYONE on your gift giving list-and don’t forget to make one for yourself! I have provided you the pattern to make one in several sizes-baby, youth, teen/adult, XL adult, and I took the guess-work out of this pattern for you. In our family photos, I have done a variation on the color scheme in each hat using the beautiful colors provided by Marly Bird’s Chic Sheep yarn. Find the selection of colors here! You can find the perfect combination for everyone.

One of the loveliest things about this pattern is the versatility. Not only can you make it in any size, you can use a yarn pom, no pom,or a furry pom found here. You can keep the earflaps or make it a simple beanie or ski hat and leave them off. You can put braids or tassels on the earflaps – MAKE IT YOUR OWN! But, if you do, be sure to share those photos on my Facebook page, tag me on Instagram, or Snapchat me your pics! I can’t wait to see what you do.

If you are giving a handmade gift this hat alone or paired with a matching set of my Fair Isle Knee High Socks would make anyone delighted to find these under the tree. Be sure to check out my knee high socks here and get started on these great patterns today!

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 you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Chic Sheep Yarn (I used colors: Lipstick, VIP, Polo, Linen)
-G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-You can do as many rows of this pattern as you want to make it as tall as you want.
-This hat is in a multiple of 4 so make your foundation chain in a multiple of 4 that fits around your head.
-Work your Single Crochet Stitches into the CENTER of the stitch and NOT in the top loops. See the video tutorial to see exactly the location you should insert your hook into the stitches.

Small: Fits Size 3-6 Months
Medium: Fits Child
Large: Fits an adult (female)
X-Large: Fits large adult (male)

FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Family Fair Isle Hat

November 12, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats Tags: babies, baby, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, earflap, fair, fair isle, family, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, for beginners, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, isle, knit stitc, knit stitch, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, winter hat, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

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.

Small: Fits Size 3-6 Months
Medium: Fits Child
Large: Fits an adult (female)
X-Large: Fits large adult (male)

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
FPHDC: Front Post Half Double Crochet
BPHDC: Back Post Half Double Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
HDC2TOG: Half Double Crochet Decrease

Pattern:

If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial that is linked above in this blog post to have visual instructions.

With Brim Color (I used Polo in my hat)

Small: Chain 56
Medium: Chain 72
Large: Chain 80 (this is the size I demonstrated in the video tutorial)
X-Large: Ch 96
(You can chain any multiple of 4 that fits around your head and make this pattern according to the instructions)

Rnd 1: Sl st to your first chain to form a large ring, Ch 1, HDC in each Ch around, sl st to the first HDC, Ch 1. (56, 72, 80, or 96 sts)

Rnds 2-5: FPHDC on first st, *BPHDC on next st, FPHDC on next st, repeat from * around ending with BPHDC on last st, sl st to first st, Ch 1.

Fasten off brim and change color to Linen

Attach Linen to any stitch around. Ch 1

Rnd 6: SC in each st around working in the top of the stitch, do not join (continue to work in continuous rounds for the rest of this hat

Rnds 7-8: SC into each st around (see video tutorial for visual instruction on working INTO the stitch and not in the top loops of the stitch) This will create the Knit looking stitches.

NOTE: Work OVER THE TOP of your unused yarn when changing colors so frequently during the rounds. This will save you from having to sew in so many loose ends. (See video tutorial on this technique)

Fasten off Linen and change to your main color. I used Lipstick red in my main color of the hat.

Rnd 9: Attach Lipstick Red to any stitch around, Ch 1, SC INTO each st around.

Rnd 10: SC with Main Color in first 3 sts, *Change to Linen after the 3rd stitch and put ONE SC of Linen in the next stitch, Change color right away back to your main color, and make a SC in each of the next 3 sts, repeat from * around ending with a SC of Linen in the last stitch, switch back to your main color right away for the next round. (If this is written confusing, please see the video tutorial for visual instructions).

It is quite difficult to explain in writing, until you know what’s being explained. Moving on.

Rnd 11: With your main color, SC INTO each st around (you will not be changing color at all during this round)

Rnd 12: With your main color, SC in the first st, Change to Linen after that first st, * put ONE SC of Linen in the next st, Change color right away back to your main color, and make a SC in each of the next 3 sts, Change color to Linen after the 3rd st, repeat from * around, ending with SC of Main color in the last 2 sts, Do not change color for the next round.

Small: Rnds 13-26: Repeat Rounds 9-12

Medium: Rnds 13-34: Repeat Rounds 9-12

Large: Rnds 13-38: Repeat Rounds 9-12

X-Large: Rnds 13-46: Repeat Rounds 9-12

Cut your Linen yarn, you will no longer need it.

The next round after you are finished with the fair isle design:

All sizes: [SC in next 2 sts, SC2TOG] repeat around. (This decreases the top to cinch it closed)

Last round: [SC in next st, SC2TOG] repeat around (decreased more)

Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Cinch the top closed with the yarn you cut and tie it off to close the top of the hat.
add a pom to the top of the hat.

Earflaps: MAKE 2

All sizes:
Ch 13
Row 1: HDC in 2nd ch and each ch across, Ch 1, Turn. (12)

Rows 2-5: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (12)

Row 6: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 8 sts, HDC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (10)

Row 7: HDC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (10)

Row 8: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 6 sts, HDC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (8)

Row 9: HDC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn. (8)

Row 10: HDC2TOG, HDC in next 4 sts, HDC2TOG, Ch 1, Turn. (6)

Row 11: SC across and continue to SC around entire piece.
Fasten off, weave in ends.

Sew to the inside of the brim on either side of the hat (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Add braids to each earflap

Weave in the rest of your ends.

Enjoy!!

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

FREE Crochet Video Tutorial: Baby Crown Earflap Hat

November 1, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in baby, Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheted halloween costume, crocheting, crown, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, halloween costume, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, king, learn, pattern, queen, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, where the wild things are, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

This fabulous earflap hat was an alternate hat that I made for Nasir’s Halloween costume, but it’s just so cute, I had to share it!! Even if you didn’t use it for a costume, your little one can wear a crown and stay warm out in the cold with a cute hat too! Enjoy the pattern and video tutorial!

Here’s our family photo of our costumes:

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 you will need:

Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Super Saver in the color Gold
–Red Heart Yarns Fur in Mink
-H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-You can do as many rows of this pattern as you want to make it as long as you want.
-You can do a Single Crochet or a Reverse Single Crochet around the edge to clean it up and make it have a nice finished look

Crochet Tutorial: Chain Weaver Slouchy Hat

August 22, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in accessories, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, cap, chain, chain weaver, chaining, chainlink, chains, cloche, crochet, crochet pattern, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, how to, how to crochet a hat, how to make, how to make a hat, slouch, slouchy, slouchy hat, tutorial, weave, weaver, winter hat, woven, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Have you ever wanted to try a bit of weaving? How about incorporating a little weaving with your crochet? My Chain Weaver Slouchy hat brings these two crafts together to make one great project! Perfect for cooler nights that are soon to be upon us here in the North, this slouchy hat is very easy to work up and finish in a short few hours. Change the colors to match any cold weather ensemble and this hat will make a great gift!

See the video tutorial and written instructions below!

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

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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 Super Saver (Dusty Grey, Coral, Jade, Bright Yellow, Aruba Sea)
–Size H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-To make this smaller or bigger, use a smaller or bigger hook size
-This is made from the top down
-This hat will fit any adult person
-See the video tutorial for sizing information.

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

Pattern:

With Dusty Grey
Ch 3

Rnd 1: 9 DC in 3rd ch from hook, sl st to first DC. (9)

Rnd 2: Ch 2 (does not count as a st), 2 DC in each st around, sl st to first DC. (18)

Rnd 3: Ch 2, [2 DC in next st, DC in next st] 9 times, sl st to first DC. (27)

Rnd 4: Ch 5 (counts as DC + Ch 2 Sp), * DC in next st, Ch 2, repeat from * around, sl st to 3rd ch of beg. ch 5. (27)

Rnd 5: Sl st into Ch 2 sp, Ch 5, *DC in next Ch 2 Sp, Ch 2, Repeat from * around, Sl st to 3rd Ch of beg. ch 5. (27)

Rnd 6: Sl st into Ch 2 sp, Ch 4 (counts as DC + Ch 1 sp), * DC in next DC st, Ch 1, DC in next Ch 2 sp, Ch 1, repeat from * around, sl st to 3rd Ch of beg. ch 4. (54)

Rnd 7: Sl st into ch sp, Ch 5 (counts as DC + Ch 2 sp), * DC in next Ch sp, Ch 2, repeat from * around, sl st to 3rd ch of beg. ch 5. (54)

Rnds 8-16: Repeat Rnd 7

Rnd 17: Sl st into ch sp, Ch 1, SC in same ch sp, SC in each ch 2 sp around (this will cinch the brim in tighter), do not sl st to first st, work in continuous rounds and in BLO for the rest of this hat.

Rnds 18-24: SC in each st around working in BLO and continuous rounds.
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
(See video tutorial for visual instructions if you get stuck on this part)

Adding the colorful chains:

To add the chains, just create long chains and weave them in and out of the DC sts on each row. Below I share how many chains I made for each row, but yours might be different depending on the tension of your chains. (See video tutorial for visual instructions on how to weave the chains in and out of the sts)

Rnd 4: 54 Chains

Rnd 5: 75 Chains

Rnd 6: 98 Chains

Rnd 7: 108 Chains

Rnd 8: 120 Chains

Rnd 9: 140 Chains

Rnd 10: 148 Chains

Rnd 11: 150 Chains

Rnd 12: 148 Chains

Rnd 13: 148 Chains

Rnd 14: 150 Chains

Rnd 15: 100 Chains

Rnd 16: 78 Chains

Be sure to weave in all your ends!

Enjoy!

~Nadia

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

Crochet Tutorial: The Bow-tastic Hat

August 15, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in baby, Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, basic, beanie, beginner, bow, bow hat, bow-tastic, bows, bowtastic, cap, child, crochet, crochet bow hat, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, fur pom, hat, how to crochet, infant, learn, pattern, pom, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

For those of us who are all about wearing fabulous accessories, let me present The Bow-tastic Hat!! This hat allows for you to interchange the bow in order to match your #OOTD (outfit of the day)!! This winter wear provides lots of chances to take one item and change it up to match several things in your child’s (or your own) wardrobe without investing in numerous looks! Perfect for keeping things to a minimum while getting the maximum looks from one great piece!

Please check the “NOTES” section of my pattern to find ways to adjust the sizing on this hat.

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

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

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 Hygge Charm in Shooting Star
–Red Heart Yarns With Love Metallic in Teal (or any color you want for your bow!)
–Fur Pom for the Top of the Hat
–Size G-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-To make this smaller or bigger, use a smaller or bigger hook size
-This is made from the bottom up
-If you work in multiples of 6, then you can make this bigger or smaller.
-This hat will fit any baby that is 6-12 months old
-See the video tutorial for larger sizing information.
–For larger sizes, make your brim any of the following number of rows: 54 rows, 60 rows, 66 rows, 72 rows and then when you are working the top of the hat, SC around the brim that same number of stitches as the amount of rows in your brim that you have. Then, when you are ready to decrease the top to close it up, decrease in the amount of 6 stitches each row until you get to 54 stitches around, then follow the instructions for the rest of the decreasing in the pattern/video tutorial.

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

Pattern:

Brim of Hat:

Work in BLO for the whole brim
With Hygge Charm in Shooting Star

Ch 21

Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn. (20)

Rows 2-25: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (20)

Row 26: SC in first 4 sts, Ch 3, Sk 3 sts, SC in the rest of the sts on the row, Ch 1, turn.

Row 27: SC in each st and each ch across, ch 1, turn. (20)

Rows 28-31: SC in each st across, Ch 1, turn. (20)

Row 32: Repeat Row 26

Row 33: Repeat Row 27

Rows 34-54: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (20)

Fasten off with long tail for sewing

Assembly Step:
Sew the brim closed (see video tutorial for visual instructions)
Weave in your ends.

Top part of hat: (with same yarn as the brim)

Make sure the Ch 3 holes are toward the bottom half of your brim, attach yarn to the opposite end of the side of the brim (see video tutorial for visual instructions)
work in BOTH LOOPS of this section of the hat, Work in continuous rounds (insert a stitch marker if you need to mark the beginning of your rounds)

Rnd 1: SC 60 sts evenly around the brim of the hat. (if you made more rows of your brim, be sure to SC any multiple of 6 on this round)

Rnds 2-15: SC in each st around. (60)
(for larger sizes, do a few more rounds before decreasing)

If you have more than 60 sts, decrease 6 sts evenly every round until you get to 54 sts, then go onto round 17 instructions.

Rnd 16: [SC2TOG, SC in next 8 sts] 6 times. (54)

Rnd 17: [SC2TOG, SC in next 4 sts] 9 times. (45)

Rnd 18: [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 9 times. (36)

Rnd 19: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 9 times. (27)

Rnd 20: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 9 times. (18)

Rnd 21: [SC2TOG] 9 times. (9)

Fasten off with long tail, sew top of hat closed.
Sew a fur pom to the top of the hat.

Ear Flaps:

Make 2 in your main color

Ch 5

Row 1: SC in 2nd ch and across, ch 1, turn. (4)

Row 2: 2 SC in first st, SC in each st until 1 st is remaining, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (6)

Row 3: SC across, ch 1, turn. (6)

Row 4: Repeat Row 2. (8)

Row 5: Repeat Row 3. (8)

Row 6: Repeat Row 2. (10)

Row 7: Repeat Row 3. (10)

Row 8: Repeat Row 2. (12)

Rows 9-16: SC in each st across, Ch 1, Turn.
Continue to SC around the piece. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew to each side of the hat on the inside of the brim (See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Add braided tassels to the ear flaps (optional)

Bow:
Using Red Heart Yarns With Love Metallic
Work in BLO and in continuous rounds.

Ch 48

Rnd 1: Bring chain around to the first ch, SC in 1st ch and next 19 chs, Sl st in next 4 chs, SC in next 20 chs, Sl st in last 4 chs.
Rnds 2-8: SC in 20 sts, Sl st in 4 sts, SC in 20 sts, Sl st in last 4 sts.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Slide the bow through the chain 3 holes on the brim of the hat.

Enjoy!

~Nadia

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

Let’s Play A Game!

August 1, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in Blog Posts, humor Tags: bag, bags, basic, beads, beanie, beginner, christmas, craft supplies, crochet, crochet game, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, earn points, fashion blogger, felt, free crochet pattern, free pattern, fun and games, game, games, list, point system, points, purse, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, thread, tissues, tutorial, video, video tutorial, what's in the bag, whats in your bag, yarn, yarn bag, yarn bags, yarn game, yarnutopia 10 Comments

Below is a fun checklist of things found in a yarn bag! We carry our lives around in our totes and this game gives points for all the things we can find in there! Take a moment to go through your bags and tally your points for this activity. What is the craziest thing you have in your bag today?? How many points did you get??

Here’s My Score: 148 Points!

This activity was prompted because I was cleaning up my bag and found some packets of hot sauce and a diaper in my yarn tote! LOL I realized that I can’t be the only one who has this problem. I remembered playing a “What’s In Your Bag?” game at a bridal shower some time ago, and decided to make a game out of this to share with all of you!

Share your score in the comments!

Crochet Tutorial: Misfit Monster Hat

July 23, 2019 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, hats Tags: babies, baby, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, character, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, halloween, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, misfit, monster, pattern, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

I was finally in the studio filming, and of course my first new project fresh-off-the-hook is my Misfit Monster Hat for my sweet boy! I *know* you can’t wait to make one of your own! The instructions for additional sizes are listed in the pattern and shared in the video tutorial below!

View this video tutorial to learn how to make this hat:

***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 Super Saver Yarn in the colors GlowWorm, Flamingo, Yellow, Warm Brown
–Red Heart Amore Yarn in Chamomile
–Size F-3.75mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-To make this smaller or bigger, use a smaller or bigger hook size
-This is made from the top down
-If you work in multiples of 9, then you can make this bigger or smaller.
-This hat will fit any baby that is 3-6 months old
-See the video tutorial for larger sizing information.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet

Pattern:
Shell of Hat:
With Main Color
Ch 2
Round 1: 9 HDC in 2nd Ch from Hook, Sl st to first st, Turn. (9)

Round 2: Ch 1, 2 HDC in each st around, Sl st to first st, Turn. (18)

Rnd 3: Ch 1, [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next st] 9 times, Sl st to first st, Turn. (27)

Rnd 4: Ch 1, [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 2 sts] 9 times, Sl st to first st, Turn. (36)

Rnd 5: Ch 1, [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 3 sts] 9 times, Sl st to first st, Turn. (45)

Rnd 6: Ch 1, [2 HDC in next st, HDC in next 4 sts] 9 times, Sl st to first st, Turn. (54)

For larger sizes, increase with the established pattern. For Child Size: increase to 72 sts, For Teen Size: increase to 90 sts, For Adult Size Increase to 99 sts. Then go on to making the next row.

Rnd 7: Ch 1, HDC in 6 sts, Ch 6, Sk 6 Sts, HDC in 24 Sts, Ch 6, Sk 6 sts, HDC in last 12 sts, Sl st to first st, Turn. (For this round, if you are making larger sizes, just mark 6 stitches on each side of the circle to make the horns and create your ch 6 spaces across from each other)

Rnd 8: Ch 1, HDC in each st and in each Ch around, sl st to first st, turn. (54)

Rnds 9-20: Ch 1, HDC in each st around, sl st to first st, Turn. (54)
Continue to make more rows if you want your beanie longer.

Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Horns:
Attach main color to one of the open holes on the hat (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Rnd 1: Ch 1, HDC 12 sts evenly around hole opening, Sl st to first st, Turn. (12)

Rnd 2: Ch 1, HDC in each st around, sl st to first st, turn. (12)

Rnd 3: Mark the stitch toward the crown of the hat (see video tutorial for specific location), Ch 1, HDC in each st until the marked st, HDC2TOG, HDC in the rest of the sts on the round, sl st to first st, turn. Move stitch marker up where your decrease stitch is located. (11)

Rnd 4: Ch 1, HDC in each st until the marked st, HDC2TOG, HDC in the rest of the sts on the round, sl st to first st, turn. Move stitch marker up where your decrease stitch is located. (10)

Rnds 5-8: Repeat Round 4 until you have 6 sts left.
Fasten off with long tail, Sew the end of the horn closed.
Repeat this for the other horn so you have two horns.
If you have a gaping hole at the base of your horns, use extra yarn to sew those holes closed. See the video tutorial to learn what I am referring to in this part.

Eyes: Make 2
With Warm Brown
Ch 2

Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook, Sl st to first st, fasten off. (6)

Rnd 2: With Chamomile White, Attach to any stitch, Ch 1, 2 SC in each st around, sl st to first st, fasten off. (12)

Rnd 3: With Glow Worm, Attach to any stitch, Ch 1, [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times, sl st to first st, Fasten off. (18)

Rnd 4: With Flamingo, Attach to any stitch, Ch 1, [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times, sl st to first st, Fasten off with long tail for sewing. (24)

Assembly Step:
After you make both eyes, Sew them to the hat using the long tail you cut for sewing. To make the extra yellow detail, take yellow yarn and wrap it around and around sewing the eye to the hat. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Teeth:
With Chamomile or any white yarn
Ch 5
Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, Sc in next, HDC in next, DC in last, *Ch 6, Sl st in 2nd Ch from hook, SC in next, HDC in next, DC in next, Leave the next ch unworked, repeat from * 2 more times until you have 4 sharp teeth, continue to SC along the flat edge of teeth. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly Step:
Sew teeth to hat. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Weave in the rest of your ends.

Enjoy!

“A baby is a blessing. A gift from heaven above, a precious little angel to cherish and to love.” ~Unknown

~Nadia

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

12 Days of Christmas: Santa Bottle Topper

December 3, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, home decor, kitchen, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, bottle, bottle topper, cap, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gift, gift idea, gifts, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, red heart yarns, santa, stitch, teach, topper, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Here’s a great holiday project gift idea for many people on your list. This Vintage Inspired Santa Bottle Topper is a perfect adornment for any bottle. Whether it’s a bottle of fine olive oil, wine or other beverages, bath/spa products or more, this little guy is the best accessory to dress that gift up! What a nice alternative for the traditional bow when topping off your package.

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this bottle topper:

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

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

Pattern:

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

Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Yarns Amore in Rooibos Red
–Red Heart Yarns Hygge in Pearl
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Buff for the nose
–F-3.75mm Crochet Hook
–Pipe Cleaner
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a larger hook to make this larger.
-This will fit any standard sized bottle top

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
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.

Hat:

With Amore Yarn
Ch 2
Rnd 1: Work in continuous rounds and in BLO throughout Hat Part, 4 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (4)
Rnd 2: SC in each st around. (4)
Rnd 3: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts on the round. (5)
Rnds 4-8: SC in each st around. (5)
(insert pipe cleaner early on in this part because it is difficult to add later in this pattern)
Rnd 9: Repeat Round 3. (6)
Rnds 10-15: SC in each st around. (6)
Rnd 16: Repeat Round 3. (7)
Rnds 17-20: SC in each st around. (7)
Rnd 21: Repeat Round 3. (8)
Rnds 22-23: SC in each st around. (8)
Rnd 24: Repeat Round 3. (9)
Rnds 25-26: SC in each st around. (9)
Rnd 27: Repeat Round 3. (10)
Rnds 28-29: SC in each st around. (10)
Rnd 30: Repeat Round 3. (11)
Rnds 31-32: SC in each st around. (11)
Rnd 33: Repeat Round 3. (12)
Rnds 34-35: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 36: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 37: SC in each st around.
Rnd 38: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnds 39-41: SC in each st around. (24)
Rnd 42: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18)
Fasten off.
Weave in ends.

Use a pen or your crochet hook and twist the top of the hat to curl it around. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)

Nose: With buff, 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: SC in each st around. (12)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly: Add Hygge Yarn as the beard in the front of the hat (see video tutorial for attachment method). Fray out all the Hygge Yarn to make a fuller beard. Trim to make it look uniform.
Sew nose to center of hat at top of beard. (See video tutorial for placement.
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

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

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!

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Crochet Tutorial: Love & Sunshine Baby Blanket

April 24, 2018 By Nadia Fuad in Uncategorized Tags: afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, back post, basic, beanie, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, border, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, double crochet, free pattern, front post, granny, granny square, halloween, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, love, pattern, red heart yarns, square, squares, stitch, sunshine, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Are you looking for the perfect project for a baby shower gift? Do you have a new grandchild on the way or are you expecting a new baby? This is the perfect project for you! I designed the Love and Sunshine Baby Blanket as the perfect accessory to any nursery.

It’s an easy pattern using a repeat of Front and Back Post Double Crochet. I have added a touch of accent color in the pattern as well as complimenting it with a lovely picot border to give it some additional design features. This treasured piece will be a huge hit! The Bunches of Hugs yarn by Red Heart Yarns is the perfect fiber to make it feel luxurious and soft as a cloud. Perfect for cuddling your little one!

Watch 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 you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Red Heart Yarns Bunches of Hugs in Banana
–Red Heart Yarns Dreamy in Grey
-I-5.50mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-This blanket is 36 inches wide and long but you can continue the repeat to make it as big as you want.

Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
BLO: Back Loop Only
St(s): Stitch(es)
RS: Right Side
WS: Wrong Side (Back Side)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
BPDC: Back Post Double Crochet
Picot: Ch 3, sl st into 3rd ch from hook.

Pattern:

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

Blanket:
Ch 4, Sl st to first ch to form a ring.
(RS) Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (Counts as DC), 2 DC into ring, [Ch 2, 3 DC into ring] 3 times, Ch 2, sl st to beg ch up 3 st, ch 1, do NOT turn.

(RS) Rnd 2: FPDC on first st, *DC in next, FPDC on next, [2 DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, FPDC on next st, repeat from * around, ending with corner sts, Sl st to first FPDC, ch 1, turn.

(WS) Rnd 3: DC in same st you sl st’d into, [BPDC on next st, DC in next st] until corner, *[2 DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, [DC in next st, BPDC on next st] until corner, repeat from * around, ending with BPDC on last st, Sl st to 1st DC. Ch 1. Do NOT turn.

(WS) Rnd 4: BPDC on same st you sl st’d to, [DC on next st, BPDC on next st] until corner, *[2 DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, [BPDC on next st, DC on next st] until next corner, repeat from * around, ending with DC in last st, Sl st to 1st BPDC, ch 1, turn.

(RS) Rnd 5: DC in same st you sl st’d into, [FPDC on next st, DC in next st] until corner, *[2 DC, Ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, [DC in next st, FPDC on next st] until next corner, Repeat from * around, ending with FPDC on last st, sl st to 1st DC, ch 1, do NOT turn.

(RS) Rnd 6: FPDC on same st you sl st’d to, [DC in next st, FPDC on next st] until next corner, *[2 DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, [FPDC on next st, DC on next st] until next corner, repeat from * around, ending with DC in last st, sl st to 1st FPDC, ch 1, Turn.

Rnds 7-28: [Repeat Rounds 3-6] 5 more times and rounds 3 and 4 another time after that.
If you want your blanket bigger, just repeat rounds 3-6 as many times as you want, but end on a repeat of Round 4 before going onto the next row.

Fasten off Yellow and change color to Grey, attaching yarn where you left off on the last round.

(RS) Rnd 29: With Grey, Repeat Round 5

Fasten off Grey and change color to Yellow, attaching yarn where you left off on the last round.

(RS) Rnd 30: With Yellow, Repeat Round 6

(WS) Rnd 31: Repeat Round 3

Fasten off Yellow, Turn your work to the front side and attach Grey where you left off.

Border
(RS) Rnd 32: With Grey, ch up 1, SC in same st, *[Ch 3, Sk 1 st, SC in next st] until corner, SC in last st on side, Ch 3, Sk corner, SC in 1st st on next side, repeat from * around, ending with Ch 3, Sl st to 1st SC. Do NOT turn.

(RS) Rnd 33: Sl st into 1st ch 3 sp, Ch 1, SC in same sp, *[SC, HDC, DC, Picot, DC, HDC, SC] in next ch 3 sp, Sl st in next ch 3 sp, Repeat from * around, ending with [SC, HDC, DC, Picot, DC, HDC, SC] in last ch 3 sp, sl st to first SC.
Fasten off.

Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

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

Crochet Tutorial: Houndstooth Stocking Hat

December 21, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: baby, basic, beanie, beginner, cap, christmas, classic, classy, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashionable, free pattern, handmade, hat, holiday, houndstooth, houndstooth crochet, how to, how to crochet, learn, red heart yarns, stitch, stocking cap, stocking hat, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, warm, winter, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

Who doesn’t love the drama of a great hat? It is the finishing touch to an outfit. The proverbial “cherry on top.” Each hat we wear makes a statement. Why not make that statement with a fun Houndstooth Stocking Hat this year? Picture everyone in their holiday pajamas and each head capped with one of these great pieces! I see next year’s Christmas card just waiting to be made with that scene in mind! A comfy cap that is sure to please everyone. Warm, fun, whimsical, and perfect for the whole family! This hat is a “Done in a Day” easy project. Add a yarn or faux fur pom to complete this look!!

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

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

***You can definitely 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.

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 less than 200 yards of yarn for this hat and will fit an ADULT.
-This hat measures 22 inches around the head and 20 inches long.
–View this blog (about halfway down the page) for other sizes so you can make other sizes of this design!
-Since you will be using 2 colors of yarn, trail up your yarn throughout the pattern instead of cutting it every row. It will eliminate the step of sewing in a bunch of ends. (See video tutorial on how to do this)

Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Yarns Super Saver in Black and White
–Size 5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Faux Fur Pom Poms
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
–Measuring Tape

Shop Red Heart Yarns Website Today!

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
BPDC: Back Post Double Crochet

Pattern:

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

Pattern:
With Black, Ch 4, Sl st to first ch to form a ring

Rnd 1: Ch 1, [SC, DC] 4 times in ring, sl st to first SC, change color to white. (8)

Rnd 2: Ch 1, DC in 1st st, *SC in next st, DC in next st, repeat from * around, sl st to first DC, Change color to black. (8)

Rnd 3: Ch 1, [SC, DC, SC] in first st, *DC in next st, SC in next st, repeat from * around, sl st to first SC, change color to white. (10)

Rnd 4: Ch 1, DC first st, *SC in next st, DC in next st, Repeat from * around ending with SC in last st, sl st to first DC, change color to black. (10)

Rnds 5-26: Repeat Rounds 3 and 4 until you have 32 sts (end with a repeat of row 4) Change color to black after row 26

Rnd 27: Ch 1, [SC, DC, SC] in first st, *DC in next st, SC in next st, DC in next st, SC in next st, DC in next st, [SC, DC, SC] in next st, repeat from * around, ending with SC in 2nd to last st, DC in last st, sl st to first SC, change color to white (42)

Rnd 28: With White, Repeat Rnd 4

If you are making an infant sized hat, go onto instructions for round 33

Rnd 29: Ch 1, [SC, DC, SC] in first st, *[DC in next st, SC in next st] 3 times, DC in next st, [SC, DC, SC] in next st, repeat from * around, ending with DC in 3rd to last st, SC in 2nd to last st, DC in last st, Sl st to first SC, change color to white. (52)

Rnd 30: with White, Repeat Rnd 4

If you are making a toddler/small child size hat, go onto instructions for round 33

Rnd 31: Ch 1, [SC, DC, SC] in first st, *[DC in next st, SC in next st] 5 times, DC in next st, [SC, DC, SC] in next st, repeat from * around, ending with DC in last st, Sl st to first SC, change color to white. (62)

Rnd 32: With White, Repeat Round 4

Rnd 33: Ch 1, SC in first st, DC in next, *SC in next st, DC in next st, repeat from * around, sl st to first SC, change color to white.

Rnd 34: Ch 1, DC in first st, SC in next st, *DC in next st, SC in next st, Repeat from * around, sl st to first DC, change color to black.

Rnds 35-46: Repeat Rounds 33 and 34, end with a repeat of Rnd 34
You can continue to make this as long as you want, when you are satisfied with length, go onto the brim

Brim:
Rnd 47: With black, Ch up 1, DC in each st around, sl st to first DC.

Rnd 48: Ch 1, FPDC on first st, *BPDC on next st, FPDC on next st, repeat from * around, sl st to first FPDC.

Rnds 49-51: Repeat Rnd 48.
Fasten off

Assembly:
Sew in all loose ends, and attach large pom to add on the end! (Get the pom I used here!)

Enjoy!!

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

Crochet Tutorial: Razzle Dazzle Chunky Hat

November 22, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in accessories, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, hats, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beanie, beginner, bubblegum, cap, christmas, cloche, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, dazzle, dazzling, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, knit, learn, pattern, pom, razzle, razzle dazzle, red heart yarns, ribbed, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

When Extra Chunky Hats are all the rave, but cost an arm and a leg, we pull out our hooks and we make our very own! I’m introducing the Razzle Dazzle Chunky Hat!! Make it in a single strand (the hat with the pink pom) OR for an EXTRA chunky look make it with two strands of chunky yarn (the hat with the green pom). Whatever way you choose, you are going to raise your temp to extra warm with this fun, colorful hat!!

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

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

***You can definitely 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.

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 approximately 110 yards of yarn for this hat and will fit an ADULT.
-This hat measures 22 inches around the head and 11 inches long.
-You can use one or two strands of yarn in this project.
-Make your slip stitches loose so you can work in them in the next row. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
–View this blog (about halfway down the page) for other sizes so you can make other sizes of this design!

Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Yarns Collage Yarn in Circus
–Size 12mm Crochet Hook
–Faux Fur Pom Poms
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
–Measuring Tape

Shop Red Heart Yarns Website Today!

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
BPDC: Back Post Double Crochet
3rd Loop of the HDC is explained in the video tutorial

Pattern:

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

Pattern:
You can use 1 strand of yarn or 2 strands of yarn for this part:
Ch 16 (or any amount that is the height of the hat) See hat heights here!
Row 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 2 chs, HDC in the rest of the chs across, ch 1, turn. (15 sts)
Row 2: (WORKING IN THE 3rd LOOP of the HDC sts) HDC in each st until 3 sts remain, sl st in last 3 sts, See video tutorial for visual instructions, ch 1, turn. (15)
Row 3: SC in the 1st 3 sts, (WORKING IN THE 3rd LOOP of the HDC sts) HDC in the rest of the sts on the row, ch 1, turn.
Repeat Rows 2 and 3 for however long you need to make your piece. (I ended on row 24), you need to end on a repeat of row 3 before you fasten off.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew up back seam and cinch top closed.
Weave in ends.

Brim:
Attach ONE STRAND of yarn to the brim of the hat
Rnd 1: Ch up 1, SC evenly around the brim (I SC’d 24 sts around), Sl st to first SC.
Rnd 2: CH up 3 (counts as DC), DC in each st around, Sl st to ch up 3 st.
Rnd 3: Ch up 2 (does not count as anything), FPDC on Ch up 3 st from previous rnd, *BPDC on next st, FPDC on next st, repeat from * around, sl st to first FPDC. Fasten off, Weave in ends.

Assembly:
Sew in all loose ends, and attach large pom to add on top! (Get the pom I used here!)

Enjoy!!

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

Crochet Tutorial: Destiny Sampler Baby Blanket

September 7, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Baby Items, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, beanie, beginner, blanket, block, blocks, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, deramores, destiny, dk, double knitting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, sampler, stitch, tutorial, us terms, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Here is my latest creation!! The Destiny Sampler Baby Blanket. Using lots of fun crochet stitches, I tried this out for the very first time, some fabulous fiber by Deramores. The softness is absolutely delectable! I fell in love with the feel and flow of using this yarn. It’s always fun to try something new!

You get a whole assortment of fun when you make this piece! This pattern has a mixture of different stitches including Clusters, Puffs, Criss-Cross Stitches, V-Stitches and Shell Stitches!

View this video tutorial to learn how to make this blanket:

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

***You can definitely 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.

NOTES:
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make this smaller or bigger.
-I used Deramores yarn, but you can use any DK or worsted weight yarn for your project.
-You will need approximately 1250 yards of yarn for this blanket.
-This blanket measures 35 inches wide and 32 inches long.
–View this blog (about halfway down the page) for other sizes and measurements of blankets

Materials:
Click here to get the full pack of yarn pack included in this project!

–Deramores Studio Anti-pilling DK Yarn in Frost
–Deramores Studio Anti-pilling DK Yarn in Sky
–Deramores Studio Anti-pilling DK Yarn in Burnt Orange
–Deramores Studio Anti-pilling DK Yarn in Blush
–Deramores Studio Anti-pilling DK Yarn in Velvet Blue
–Size J-6.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors
–Measuring Tape

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
Cluster: [YO insert hook, YO, pull through, YO pull through 2 loops] 5 times, YO pull through all 6 loops on hook
Puff: [YO, insert hook into space, YO, pull through] 3 times, YO pull through all 7 loops on hook

Pattern:

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

Pattern:

Ch 84 or any even number

Row 1: 2 DC in 4th Ch from hook, *Sk 1 ch, 2 DC in next ch, repeat from * across, ending with 1 DC in last ch, turn. (82 sts)
Row 2: Ch up 3 (Counts as stitch here and throughout), *2 DC between posts of next 2DC grouping, repeat from * across, ending with DC in last stitch.
Rows 3-5: Repeat Row 2
Row 6: Ch up 3, *Cluster in the next st, ch 1, DC in next st, repeat from * across, ending with DC in last 2 sts, turn
Row 7: Ch up 3, *Sk 1 DC st, DC in Cluster, DC in sk’d DC st, repeat from * across (making criss-cross stitches), ending with DC in last st, turn.
Row 8: Ch up 3, *Sk 1 st, DC in next, DC in sk’d st, repeat from * across, ending with DC in last st, Turn.
Rows 9-11: Repeat Row 8
Row 12: Repeat Row 6
Row 13: Ch up 3, 2 DC in each DC across (skip working in the Clusters), Ending with DC in last st, turn.
Rows 14-47: Repeat Rows 2-13
Use photo and video tutorial for visual instructions and color guide.
You can make your piece as long as you want, repeating Rows 2-13, then go onto border.

Border:
Rnd 1: Attach (Color Frost) yarn in any corner Ch 1, SC around putting 3 SC in each corner, sl st to first SC, Fasten off. Turn work to back.
Rnd 2: Start in middle SC of 3 SC grouping in a corner. with Blush, Ch up 3 (Counts as st), DC in same st, *Sk 1 st, Cluster in next, ch 1, repeat from * around putting 3 DC in middle SC of 3 SC grouping in corners. Ending with DC in first stitch to have 3 sts total in the first stitch, sl st to first ch up 3. Turn work back to the front side. See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Rnd 3: Start in gap to the left of a corner (Right before the cluster), With Blue Velvet, Ch up 3, DC in same sp, *Ch 1, 2 DC in next ch 1 sp, repeat from * to next corner, Ch 3, Sk 3 DC grouping,** repeat from * to * 2 more times, ending with Ch 3, Sl st to first ch up 3. Fasten off.
Rnd 4: In any corner, with Burnt Orange, Ch up 3, [DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in same corner space, *2 DC in each ch 1 sp to next corner, [2 DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, repeat from * around. Ending with Sl st to ch up 3.
Rnd 5: Ch up 1, SC in each st around putting [2SC, ch 2, 2 SC] in each corner, sl st to first st.
Rnd 6: Ch up 3, DC in next st, ch 2, Sk 1 st, *[2 DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, ch 2, sk 1 st, DC in next 2 sts, ch 2, DC in next 2 sts until next corner, repeat from * around, ending with Ch 2, sl st to first ch up 3. Fasten off.
Rnd 7: In any corner, with Sky Blue, Ch up 1, *[Puff, ch 2, Puff] in corner, Ch 1, [Puff, ch 2, Puff, ch 1] in next ch 2 sp until next corner, repeat from * around, ending with ch 1, sl st to first puff. Fasten off.
Rnd 8: Start in any corner, with Blush Pink, Ch 1, 5 SC in each corner, 1 SC in ch 1, sps, 3 SC in ch 2 sps all the way around. (See video tutorial for visual instructions) Sl st to first st, fasten off.
Rnd 9: In middle SC of corner, with Blue Velvet, Ch up 3, 3 DC in same st, *SK 2 sts, SC in next, Sk 1 st, Shell in next, Sk 1 st, SC in next, repeat from* until corner (middle SC of corner) put 7 DC in middle SC of corner, repeat from * around ending with 3 DC in beginning st to finish beginning corner. Sl st to ch up 3. Fasten off.

Assembly:
Sew in all loose ends.

Enjoy!!

If you enjoyed this blanket, be sure to try the Woven Dreams Baby Blanket!!

Tips on Homemade Gift Giving

September 3, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Blog Posts, Crochet Projects Tags: accomplish, afghan, afghan block, babies, baby, baby blanket, basic, beanie, beginner, challenge, character, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gift, gift giving, gifts, give, handmade, hat, holiday, holidays, how to, how to crochet, intentions, learn, list, listing, lists, make a list, plan ahead, planner, planning, present, pressure, projects, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tips, tutorial, under pressure, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Over the years, I have found that giving crocheted gifts has been well received. Even my brother has raided my stockpile of crochet items for cowls, hats, scarves, and items to give to his own friends. People love a well-made item. Giving someone something homemade, especially made with love, is priceless.

Here is a quick checklist on what to do when preparing to give a homemade gift of crochet.

Give yourself plenty of time

Start early to avoid stress and pressure of finishing something you are aware has a deadline. Don’t wait until the last minute to start a stack of crochet projects on December 1st for Christmas gifts or a baby blanket two weeks before a baby shower, UNLESS you are a seasoned crochet artist with years of experience and have no worry working under those high pressure deadlines.

Tackle a project or idea that falls within the range of your skill set and time frame, so crochet is a pleasure and not a chore. Even if you want to take on a challenge of something that you have never tried before, having enough time to learn and complete it will remove some of the anxiety of trying something new. That way, if you run into issues experimenting, you will accomplish something doable without the frustration of getting in “over your head” when you have the time to “play around” with a new pattern.

Personally, I have to give myself time. I have good intentions when tackling a project, but I have learned, nothing ever goes quite the way I plan. Even when I give myself time to finish, I find that I am running up to the very last moment of my timeline!

Make Lists

Who is on your gift giving list? Are you tackling a project for one individual or a list of people? Once you answer these questions, make a list of who you are gifting to. Then, decide what you plan to make for each of them. Then, make a list of the supplies needed for each project. Here is where things might get a bit costly. If you have a large list of people you want to make gifts for, breaking down the supplies into smaller purchases takes off some of the financial pressure of doing them all at once. Working on a single or even a couple of projects to completion, and then comprising another list to tackle the rest of your list makes the blow to the pocketbook a little easier to manage.

The next step is to give yourself a REALISTIC and liberal time frame to finish the project. Here is where I always end up in a trap! I always underestimate the time frame I can complete a project. Even as a seasoned crochet artist, I cannot plan for those unpredictable circumstances. It is impossible to prep for the unknown. I can sit down with the best intentions to spend the evening crocheting and friend might drop by, or my best friend who is in the Peace Corp in Africa has an internet connection and wants to have a Skype date! I love crochet, but there are definitely times when my crochet projects take a back burner to other more important things! That is part of life! So always make sure that you allow for those times.

Set goals

When I was making the G.G. Cardigan, I sat down and counted how many squares I needed to make. Then I planned the time frame it would take to reasonably make this coat. My circumstances are different than most, but the principle still applies. I set a goal of how many squares I needed to do in a specific time frame. I took the total number and the time I planned to make it and divided. Example: If I needed 70 squares, I wanted to finish it in 2 weeks, which meant I needed to do 5 squares a day or 10 squares every other day.

Presently, I have been working on my wedding flowers (tutorials to come). I want to make a variety of flowers for different things, my bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, the place cards with coordinating floral details that are color coded for my menu options, etc. This is a HUGE undertaking. I needed to make 2 flowers each day for the year (we got engaged in March 2017 and are getting married in March 2018). Yeah, that isn’t happening. I have a little over 100 flowers done. I have to really amp up my production if I am going to meet this deadline, and I will, but that means changing my expectations. When I miss a day or two, I will sit down and make up a dozen or more flowers to catch up. It has been pretty successful. Again, so much comes in the way of meeting those goals so be sure to account for that!

Homemade gifts will be treasured for years to come, but remember that the goal of giving them with no pressure and stress is our hope and expectation. Try to avoid that last minute pressure and stress that sends you on a stream of made up curse words going off in your head as you crochet like fiends the night before!! I can’t tell you how many times that has happened to me! HAHA! We have all been there and done that!

Are you a plan ahead crochet artist?? Or are you the one that is pulling the all-nighter to finish in time to give a gift? No matter which way you function, I hope crochet continues to bring you joy under every circumstance!

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Crochet Tutorial: Boho Pom Hat

September 1, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: babies, baby, basic, beanie, beginner, block, blocks, bohemian, boho, boho chic, cap, character, christmas, colorful, colors, confetti, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, hat, holiday, how to, how to crochet, learn, pattern, pom, pom pom, pompom, red heart yarns, spike, spike stitch, stitch, stitches, stitching, teach, tutorial, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 5 Comments

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We all want to enjoy the outdoors and with so much ahead of us-sport events, holidays, and other situations where we may be near others, this hat is the perfect way to accommodate a face-mask while battling the elements!

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Small: Fits Size 3-6 Months Medium: Fits Child Large: Fits an adult (female) X-Large: Fits large adult (male)

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Small: Fits Size 3-6 Months
Medium: Fits Child
Large: Fits an adult (female)
X-Large: Fits large adult (male)

Small: Fits Size 3-6 Months
Medium: Fits Child
Large: Fits an adult (female)
X-Large: Fits large adult (male)