Here is a compilation blog for creative ideas to get you started on Halloween (or any time of the year) costumes! In this wide range of projects, you are sure to find something for everyone, infant to adult! Below, click the link or the photo to take you to the corresponding written pattern and/or video tutorial.
The skill levels vary for each project, but most are beginner friendly!! Enjoy!! ~Nadia
This is a very practical project! My Make-Up Brush Case is a very easy and fun item that is compact to transport and keeps your brushes organized. This also makes a great gift for a makeup artist! Contouring, highlighting, and wings are all the rave in makeup artistry! I demonstrate in a video tutorial how to make this holder that can be modified to hold other items if make-up brushes are not your thing.
Instead, make one for your paint brushes, art supplies, utensils, crochet hooks, pens or other sets of tools. Many things can be placed in this convenient holder, making this a must have in keeping important items organized and clutter to a minimum!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this case:
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.
You can buy any of the items in this kit. Buy all or buy one item. Check it out to see the supplies you can get online to make this makeup brush case!
NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make this smaller or bigger.
-This makeup case is 20 inches (51 cm) long and 11 inches (28 cm)
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet 2 Stitches Together
SC3TOG: Single Crochet 3 Stitches Together
DC: Double Crochet
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Case:
Ch 50 Row 1: SC in 4th Ch from hook, *ch 1, sk 1 ch, sc in next, repeat from * across, turn. (25 sc)
Row 2: Ch 2 (Does NOT count as a stitch), SC in 1st ch 1 sp, * Ch 1, sc in next ch 1 sp, repeat from * across. Turn.
Rows 3-9: Repeat Row 2
Row 10: Ch up 3 (counts as st), DC in ch 1 sp, *FPDC around next SC, DC in next ch 1 sp, repeat from * across ending with DC in last ch 1 sp. (49 sts) (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Row 11: Ch 2, SC in first st, * Ch 1, sk 1 st, SC in next st, repeat from * across, turn. (25 sc)
Rows 12-15: Repeat Row 2
Repeat Rows 10-15 6 more times or however many times you want and then go onto instructions for Row 52
Row 52: Ch 1, SC in each st and each Ch 1 sp across. Turn. (Don’t forget the ch 2 at the end of the row!) (49 sc)
Row 53: SC2TOG, SC in each st until 2 sts remain, SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. (47 sts)
Rows 54-75: Repeat row 53 until there are 3 sts left.
Ch 3 and sl st in 1st st, to create button hole. Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
Attach Accent color in any corner. SC around entire piece.
Pockets: Make 7 or as many as you’d like
Ch 4 Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across. (3 sc) Rows 2-16: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (3 sc) Row 17: SC3TOG, ch 1, turn
SC around entire piece.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Larger Pocket:
Ch 6 Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across. (5 sc) Rows 2-15: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (5 sc) Row 16: SC2TOG, SC in next, SC2TOG. (3 sts) Row 17: SC3TOG, ch 1, turn
SC around entire piece.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Assembly Step:
Sew Pockets to the case. See video tutorial for visual instructions to see exactly where to put everything.
Sew button on case AFTER makeup brushes are inserted to know exactly where to put the button.
Enjoy!!
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As I make progress on the costumes that I am designing for Nate and myself for Halloween, I was puzzled over how to make a pair of Beast Mitts. I pooled over ideas of what would work, what would be comfortable for an evening of partying with our friends, what would look like a pair of paws with claws? All these questions are answered in this pair of open finger gloves.
These mitts are not meant for freezing temperature days. Just by appearance, it’s obvious why. These are strictly for costume purpose. However, but omitting the finger/claws you would have a basic pair of fingerless gloves or hand warmers.
I used Red Heart Boutique Fur to cover these paws. You are free to use creative choices for the type of fur you would like to use. You can create a different look by using different types of furs.
The pattern can be adjusted for any size hand. In my video, I created this pair to fit a larger sized man-hand. With easy math, you can make this pattern from child size to an XL hand size. Have fun with this costume/prop accessory. It is perfect for so many designs – wildcats, bears, lions, werewolves, beasts, monsters, etc.
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:
-The pattern video tutorial starts at 7 minutes and 22 seconds. The first 7 minutes are frequently asked questions and other information.
-You can use any yarn that is a worsted weight or a Double Knitting (DK) yarn to make these gloves
-This pattern is written for an adult size, but if you watch the whole video tutorial, I explain how to make these bigger or smaller.
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this square depending on your tension.
-This took me about 3 hours to complete
-This video tutorial shows only the Right Hand, but with simple modifications, you can make the left hand.
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 to have visual instructions.
Fingerless Glove:
Ch 26 Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn Rows 2-32: SC in each st across, ch 1 turn.
Fasten off with long tail.
Sew the seam up the side, leaving a space for a thumb hole (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Fingers: Index Finger: Ch 1, SC in next 4, [ch 2, turn, DC across] 5 times. Fasten off.
Middle Finger: Ch 1, SC in next 4, [Ch 2, Turn, DC across] 5 times. Fasten off.
Ring Finger: Ch 1, SC in next 4, [Ch 2, Turn, DC across] 4 times, ch 2, HDC across. Fasten off.
Pinky: Ch 1, sc in next 4, [Ch 2, Turn, DC across] 3 times. Fasten off.
Thumb: Ch 1, sc around thumb (5 sts), [Ch 2, Turn, DC across] 3 times. Fasten off.
Make Chain Straps to hold fingers in place (See video tutorial to make these)
Claws: Make 10 (Work in continuous rounds)
With Black
Ch 2
Rnd 1: SC 4 in 2nd ch from hook. (4)
Rnd 2: SC in each st. (4)
Rnd 3: 2 SC in next st, 1 sc in next 3 sts. (5)
Rnd 4: 2 SC in next st, 1 sc in next 4 sts. (6)
Rnd 5: 2 SC in next st, 1 sc in next 5 sts. (7)
Rnd 6: 2 SC in next st, 1 sc in next 6 sts. (8)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew claws to the tips of the fingers. See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Add fur to the back of the hand by weaving it throughout the hand with a yarn needle. See video tutorial for more visual instructions.
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In keeping with my costume theme that began with my Enchanted Rose Cape, I have finished designing Part 2: The Beast Hat. From the outside, he may appear menacing, but underneath is a heart of gold. He’s my perfect beast!
This beast hat encapsulates the fierce persona that one would like to portray in this costume. If you are looking to do the Beast from Beauty and the Beast, this particular hat is just the right way to achieve that!
Beyond the Beast, this hat has a lot of versatility! You can remove the horns, change the colors, change the ears to create your own adult hat in various animals such as a bear, a skunk, a panda, or the like. This is a very warm and heavy hat perfect for those winter days. Enjoy this tutorial and written pattern!
Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this hat:
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:
-The pattern video tutorial starts at 9 minutes. The first 9 minutes are frequently asked questions and other information.
-You can use any bulky yarn or any furry yarn if you cannot find the Patons Theo yarn.
-This pattern is written for an adult size, but if you stop increasing on rounds 2 or 3 of the hat, you could make this for a baby.
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this square depending on your tension.
-For measurements and to learn how big mine turned out to be, watch the beginning of the video tutorial.
-This took me about 3 hours to complete
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
DC2TOG: Double Crochet Decrease
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Hat:
With L hook
Ch 3
Rnd 1: 9 DC in 3rd ch from hook, sl st in sp between ch up 2 and 1st dc. ch up 2 (9 DC)
Rnd 2: 2 DC in each sp between sts, sl st in sp between ch up 2 and 1st dc, ch up 2 (18 DC)
Rnd 3: *2 DC in 1st sp, 1 DC in next sp, repeat from * around. sl st in sp between ch up 2 and 1st dc, ch up 2. (27)
Rnd 4: *2 DC in 1st sp, 1 DC in next 2 sps, repeat from * around. sl st in sp between ch up 2 and 1st dc, ch up 2. (36)
Rnds 5-8: DC in each sp around, sl st in sp between ch up 2 and 1st dc, ch up 2. (36)
You can make more rounds if you need it longer, when you are satisfied, go on to making the earflaps
Work in the sps between the sts for this part (see video tutorial for visual instructions)
Row 1: Ch 2, DC in the same st and in the next 5 sts, Ch 2 turn (6 sts)
Row 2: DC2TOG, DC in next 4 sts, ch 2, turn (5 sts)
Row 3: DC2TOG, DC in next 4 sts, Ch 2, turn (5 sts)
Row 4: DC2TOG, DC in next 3 sts, CH 2, turn (4 sts)
Row 4: DC2TOG, DC2TOG, fasten off. (2 sts)
Fold hat in half and make other earflap on opposite side repeating the same thing you did for first earflap.
Ears: Make 2 with G hook
Work in continuous rounds, put st marker after each round to mark beginning of round
Work in BACK LOOPS ONLY
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)
Rnd 2: 2 sc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2 sc in next st, sc in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2 sc in next st, sc in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 5: [2 sc in next st, sc in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30)
Rnds 6-12: Sc in each st around. (30)
Fasten off with long tail.
Add fur by single crocheting around the ear edge. Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Sew ears to hat
Horns: Make 2 with G hook
WORK IN BACK LOOPS ONLY
ch 2
Rnd 1: 5 sc in 2nd ch from hook (5)
Rnds 2-3: sc in each st around. (5)
Rnd 4: 2 sc in next 2 sts, 1 sc in next 3 sts (7)
Rnd 5: 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, sc in next st. (8)
Rnd 6: 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, sc in last 2 sts (9)
Rnd 7: 2 sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, sc in last 3 sts. (10)
Rnds 8-9: sc in each st around. (10)
Rnd 10: sc in next 5 sts, 2sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 3 sts. (12)
Rnd 11: sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 5 sts. (13)
Rnd 12: sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 6 sts. (14)
Rnd 13: sc2tog, sc in next 3 sts, 2sc in next 2 sts, sc in next 7 sts. (15)
Rnds 14-16: Sc in each st around. (15)
Mohawk: with L hook
Ch 6
Row 1: DC in 3rd ch from hook and across, Ch up 2, turn
Row 2-12: DC between each st across, ch up 2, turn
Or however long you need to make it.
Add tassles to your ear flaps (see video tutorial for visual instructions)
Enjoy!!
Make the Beast Gloves here:
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