Crochet over Paper Mache!! Just in time for Halloween, I demonstrate how to crochet over this skull form made from paper mache. This is the perfect eerie accent for any Halloween party or event. Adding additional accents such as beads, bedazzle, and flowers can take a plain skull to a sugar skull in a few easy steps!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this fun project:
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Pattern:
“Designed by Nadia Fuad You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
-This project uses less than 100 yards of yarn.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-Work in continuous rounds
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single crochet decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
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.
With Aran, Work in continuous rounds Rnd 1: Ch 2, 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6) Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12) Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18) Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24) Rnd 5: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30) Rnd 6: [2SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36) Rnd 7: [2 SC in each of the next 6 sts, SC in next 12 sts] twice. (48) Rnds 8-16: SC in each st around Rnd 17: SC in 27 sts, 2 HDC in each of the next 6 sts, SC in next st, 2 HDC in each of the next 6 sts, SC in last 8 sts. (60) Rnd 18: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 5 times, SC in next 7 sts, [SC2TOG] 6 times, Sk next st, [SC2TOG] 6 times, SC in last 8 sts. (42) Rnd 19: [SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts] 3 times, SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts, 2 HDC in next 2 sts, SC in next 2 sts, 2 HDC in next 2 sts, SC in next 2 sts, SC2TOG, SC in next 5 sts, SC2TOG. (40) Rnd 20: SC in 21 sts, 2 HDC in next 3 sts, Sk 1 st, SC2TOG, Sk 1 st, 2 HDC in next 3 sts, SC in last 8 or 9 sts. (43) Rnds 21-22: SC in each st around
Assembly Step:
Take a piece of yarn and tie it to inside of eyes and cinch it to the inside of the skull by tying a very tight knot.
See video tutorial for visual instructions on this part.
Rnd 23: SC in 15 sts, [SC2TOG] 3 times, SC in 15 sts, [SC2TOG] 3 times, SC in last st. (37) Rnd 24: SC in 15 sts, [SC2TOG] 3 times, SC in 4 sts, [SC2TOG], SC in next 4 sts, [SC2TOG] 3 times. (30) Rnd 25-26: SC in each st around. (30)
Assembly Step:
Take a piece of yarn and tie it to inside of each cheek and cinch it to the inside of the skull by tying a very tight knot.
See video tutorial for visual instructions on this part.
Rnd 27: SC in 5 sts, HDC in next, DC in next 5 sts, HDC in next st, SC in next 8 sts, HDC in next st, DC in next 6 sts, HDC in next st, SC in last 3 sts. (30) Rnd 28: SC in 5 sts, HDC in next, DC in next 5 sts, HDC in next st, SC in next 8 sts, HDC in next st, DC in next 6 sts, HDC in next st, SC in last 3 sts. (30) Rnd 29: SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts, [DC2TOG] 4 times, SC in next 3 sts, [SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts] 2 times, SC2TOG, SC in last 2 sts. (22) Rnd 30: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 7 times, SC in last st. (15) Rnd 31: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 5 times. (10) Rnd 32: [SC2TOG] 5 times.
Slip stitch through 1st and 4th sts
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Enjoy!!
This post contains affiliate links, which I may be compensated for when you make a purchase. That means if you click on any link and buy from the linked websites, I will receive a small percentage of the value of your order. The amount you pay is not changed. Thank you for all your support in clicking the links in my blog!! You all are so amazing!! ~Nadia
The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
Today, I am all ears! You asked and I listened! It’s all in the details!! My pointed Elfin Ears for my Link and Zelda project are hot off my hook!! This tiny accessory adds a big effect to this cosplay costume!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
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.
-This ear is 6 inches long and 2.5 inches at its widest part.
-Work in continuous rounds for this ear
-The number in parenthesis ( ) at the end of each row means the amount of stitches in that round.
-This is in US terms
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Pattern:
With Buff, Make 2
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6) Rnd 2: SC in each st around. (6) Rnd 3: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts of this round. (7) Rnd 4: SC in each st around. (7) Rnd 5: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts of this round. (8) Rnd 6: SC in each st around. (8) Rnd 7: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts of this round. (9) Rnd 8: SC in each st around. (9) Rnd 9: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts of this round. (10) Rnd 10: SC in each st around. (10) Rnd 11: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts of this round. (11) Rnd 12: SC in each st around. (11) Rnd 13: 2 SC in next st, SC in the rest of the sts of this round. (12) Rnd 14: SC in each st around. (12) Rnd 15: [2 SC in next st, SC in next st] 6 times. (18) Rnds 16-17: SC in each st around. (18) Rnd 18: [2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24) Rnd 19-23: SC in each st around. (24) Rnd 24: [SC2TOG, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (18) Rnd 25: [SC2TOG, SC in next st] 6 times. (12) Rnd 26: [SC2TOG] 6 times. (6)
SC 1st and 4th sts together.
Fasten off.
Assembly:
You can fasten off with long tail for sewing, so weave in your end and pin it to a hat or headband.
Enjoy!!
This post contains affiliate links, which I may be compensated for when you make a purchase. That means if you click on any link and buy from the linked websites, I will receive a small percentage of the value of your order. The amount you pay is not changed. Thank you for all your support in clicking the links in my blog!! You all are so amazing!! ~Nadia
The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
Part of Nate’s Halloween costume includes a mesh like vest under Link’s Tunic. As I was creating it, I thought to myself how nice this would be worn on it’s own! You can wear it as the costume piece it was intended for, a vest over a cute top, or as a swimsuit cover-up! This turned out to be better than I expected with more versatility than I could imagine! An easy pattern that is adaptable to all sizes!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this project:
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
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.
-Your foundation chain for the front and/or back panel should be HALF the measurement of the largest part of your body (Either Hips, Waist, or Bust)
-The shirt I made measures 25 inches long and 18 inches wide (my bust is the largest part around my body, at 36 inches). You can make yours as wide or long as you want.
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Pattern:
Back Panel:
Chain 75 or any multiple of 4+3 (See Notes section to know how wide you should make your piece)
Row 1: SC into 2nd chain from hook, * ch 5, skip 3 chains, SC in next ch, repeat from * across, ending with SC in last chain, turn.
Row 2: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, working last SL ST into SC, turn.
Row 3: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, turn.
Rows 4-60: Repeat row 3 or continue until you have reached your desired length.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Front Panel:
Chain 75 or the same amount as your Back Panel
Row 1: SC into 2nd chain from hook, * ch 5, skip 3 chains, SC in next ch, repeat from * across, ending with SC in last chain, turn.
Row 2: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, working last SL ST into SC, turn.
Row 3: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, turn.
Rows 4-35: Repeat row 3 or continue until you have 25 rows LESS than your back panel.
Do not fasten off, continue with Left Side of V-Neck
Left Side of V-Neck:
Row 36: Ch 5, Sl st in 1st ch 5 sp, *Ch 5, SC in next Ch sp, repeat from * until your halfway point. (See video tutorial for visual instructions on this part), leave the rest of the sts unworked, turn your work.
Row 37-60: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, turn.
Fasten off Left side with long strand for sewing.
Right Side of V-Neck:
Attach yarn at center point of V-Neck (Right next to Row 36 of Left Side of V-Neck)
Row 36: *Ch 5, SC in next Ch sp, repeat from * until end. (See video tutorial for visual instructions on this part), turn your work.
Row 37-60: *Chain 5, SL ST in next chain space, repeat from * to end, turn.
Fasten off.
Assembly:
Sew front and back panels together using a Whip Stitch on shoulders and up each side leaving room for arm holes.
See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Enjoy!!
This post contains affiliate links, which I may be compensated for when you make a purchase. That means if you click on any link and buy from the linked websites, I will receive a small percentage of the value of your order. The amount you pay is not changed. Thank you for all your support in clicking the links in my blog!! You all are so amazing!! ~Nadia
The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
It’s NFL kickoff weekend, and what better way to get in the football groove than to make some sports related projects with your fave team colors!? Whether you are in the stands cheering for your middle schooler, high schooler, college, or pro team, you cannot go wrong with this fun yet warm hat! Team Spirit Chunky Yarn by Red Heart Yarns shines through when you make this football themed design! In a few short hours you can make your very own just in time for Sunday’s game!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this hat:
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
NOTES
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make these smaller or bigger.
-You will need approximately 100 yards of yarn for this hat and will fit an ADULT.
-This hat measures 22 inches around the head and 10 inches long
-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!
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Insert Hook in previous stitch, YO, pull through, Insert hook in next st, YO pull through, YO pull through all 3 loops on your hook.
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Pattern:
Ch 18 (or any amount that is the height of the hat) See hat heights here! Row 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across, ch 1, turn. (17 sts) Row 2-5: Sl st in each st across, ch 1, turn. (17) Row 6: SC in 1st st, SC2TOG in each st across (This is not a normal SC2TOG, please see Special Stitches and the Video Tutorial for a visual explanation), ch 1, turn. Rows 7-11: Sl st in each st across, ch 1, turn. Repeat Rows 6-11 for however long you need to make your piece. (I ended on row 54), you need to end on a repeat of row 6 before you fasten off.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew up back seam and cinch top closed.
SC around brim a few times working in the BACK LOOP ONLY to clean up the edge.
Assembly:
Sew in all loose ends, and make a large pom to add on top! (See video tutorial to learn how to make a giant pom)
Enjoy!!
This post contains affiliate links, which I may be compensated for when you make a purchase. That means if you click on any link and buy from the linked websites, I will receive a small percentage of the value of your order. The amount you pay is not changed. Thank you for all your support in clicking the links in my blog!! You all are so amazing!! ~Nadia
The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
These are another addition to my Exotic Animal Baby Booties Series. I’m not “lion” when I say, you will have people “roaring” with compliments over these Little Lion Booties! Make a pair for your tiny “mane” man or “purr-fect” little princess. Take “pride” in making these as a gift for someone you love!
These booties can be adjusted to make teddy bears by removing the mane and the tail, or with some creative ingenuity, you can turn them into other fun zoo animals!! Enjoy!!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make these booties:
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“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.
-This project uses less than 100 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each row and tips on how to make this smaller and bigger.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-The measurements for these booties are 5 inches (13 cm) long and will fit a 6 month old baby. (find other sole measurements here)
-Use a basic Slipper or Bootie pattern in any size and then follow along with the embellishments of this pattern to make these in any size. I do not have stitch counts for larger sizes in this pattern.
-I found a great pattern by HodgePodge Crochet for adult sizes on the slipper! Find it here! Then follow along with the Embellishments of my pattern for the lion design!
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
SC2TOG: Single crochet decrease
HDC2TOG: Half Double Crochet Decrease
DC: Double Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Booties: Make 2 With Charcoal
Chain 10 Rnd 1: 2sc into 2nd ch from hook. Sc in next 5 st. Hdc in next 2. 8Dc in last ch. Working on other side, hdc in next 2, sc in next 5, 2 sc in last stitch where beginning 2 sc are. Don’t join. (26 sts)
Rnd 2: 2 sc in 1st st from last row, 2 sc in next. Sc 7, hdc in next, 2hdc in each of the next 6 stitches, hdc in next, Sc 7, 2 sc in last 2 stitches. Do not join – (36 sts)
Rnd 3: Sc in next 2 stitches, 2 sc in next. Sc10, 2sc in next 2 stitches, sc in next 6, 2 sc in next 2 stitches. Sc 10, 2sc in next. Sc in last 2 stitches. Fasten off (42 sts)
Rnd 4: Attach Yarn to BLO of the stitch you fastened off in, sc in BLO of each stitch around. Join to 1st sc. Ch 1 (42 sts)
Rnd 5: Sc in same as join, and in each sc around. Join, ch1. (42 sts)
Rnd 6: Hdc in same as join and in each stitch around, join with ss to 1st hdc (42 sts)
Rnd 7: Sc in same st as join, sc in next stitch, sc2tog, sc 7, hdc2tog 10 times, sc 7, sc2tog, sc in last 2 stitches. Join, ch1. Don’t turn. (30 sts)
Rnds 10-12: SC in each st around, Sl st to first SC, Ch 1. (20 sts)
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Nose/Mouth
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook, sl st to first SC. (6)
Rnd 2: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), DC in same st, [HDC, SC] in next st, [SC, HDC] in next, 2 DC in next, [HDC, SC] in next st, [SC, HDC] in next, sl st to ch up 3. Ch 1. (12)
Rnd 3: 2 SC in first 2 sts, SC in next 4 sts, 2 SC in next 2 sts, SC in last 4 sts, sl st to first SC.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Assembly step:
Embroider nose, mouth, whisker dots on Nose/Mouth Piece. You can add whiskers too if you want! See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Ears: With Gold
Work in continuous rounds and in BLO
Make 2 per bootie
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook. (6) Rnd 2: 2 SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 2 times. (8) Rnds 3-4: SC in each st around.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Eyes: With White
Make 2 per bootie
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Assembly step:
Add a little tick of Black in the eye with Black yarn.
Sew ears and eyes to booties.
Weave in any loose ends.
After you attach the eyes, make the MANE!!
Attach the yarn on one side of the bootie, *ch 8, Sl st in same spot, sl st in next spot, and repeat from * around the face of the lion. (See video and photos for a visual guide)
Tail:
With Gold
Work in continuous rounds and in BLO
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook Rnds 2-9: SC in each st around
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Stuff tail
Crochet loops on round 1 of the tail.
See video tutorial on how to make the loops.
(Attach yarn, *Ch 6, Sl st in same st, Sl st in next st, repeat from * around)
Enjoy!!
This post contains affiliate links, which means if you click on the link and buy from the linked websites, I will receive a small percentage of the value of your order. The amount you pay is not changed.
The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
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
If you are following me on my blog or any social media, you will recall that I released my Link to the Past Phrygian Cap last week as Part One of the Halloween cosplay costume designs that I am creating for Nate and myself.
Today, Part Two of the costume set, is this Destiny Headband. This is a bit of a tedious process using thin thread and crocheting around wire, but the results are worth the efforts! Continue to stay tuned to more great patterns along the way to complete one or both of my costume series!
Not into the costume idea? Make a headband with just leaves! You could also use the leaf applique separately for flowers or anywhere you would need to add a decorative embellishment.
Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this whole headband:
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Pattern:
“Designed by Nadia Fuad
You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
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 project!
NOTES:
-This project uses less than 150 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each row and tips on how to make this smaller and bigger.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-The measurements for this headband is 25 inches long, but you can make your braid as long as you’d like!
-It is recommended to use Cotton thread for this project.
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC2TOG: Half Double crochet decrease
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet
DTR: Double Treble Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Make 8 Leaves:
With Metallic Gold:
Ch 18 Rnd 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next, HDC in next, DC in next 2 chs, TR in next 2 chs, DTR in next 3 chs, TR in next 2 chs, DC in next 2 chs, HDC in next ch, SC in next, Sl st in last ch, Ch 2, Sl st back in the same ch as last Sl st, continue working on opposite side of foundation chain, SC in next st, HDC in next st, DC in next 2 sts, TR in next 2 sts, DTR in next 3 sts, TR in next 2 sts, DC in next 2 sts, HDC in next, SC in next, Sl st in next. Rnd 2: Add wire and continue working around wire and into the sts. Ch up 1, put 2 SC in each st around.
Fasten off, weave in ends. Cut wire and shape leaf.
(See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Center “Hooks”:
Make 2 in Metallic Gold
Ch 25
Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next, HDC in next, DC in next 2 chs, TR in next 2 chs, 2 DTR in each of the next 3 chs, TR in next 2 chs, DC in next 2 chs, HDC in next 10 chs. For one of the hooks, turn your work around and add the wire, SC around entire piece.
Fasten off, weave in ends, cut wire, shape your piece. For the other hook, do not turn your work around, just add the wire and SC around entire piece.
Fasten off, weave in ends, cut wire, shape your piece.
V-Shape:
Ch 31
Row 1: Add wire and work along chain and around the wire. HDC in 2nd ch from hook and in next 13 chs, HDC2TOG, HDC in 14 chs.
Fasten off, cut wire, shape piece in a V-Shape.
Jewel in the center:
Use Peacock Blue
Work in continuous rounds
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6) Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12) Rnd 3: [2SC in next st, SC in next] 6 times. (18) Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24) Rnd 5: [2SC in next st, SC in next 3 sts] 6 times. (30) Rnd 6: [2SC in next st, SC in next 4 sts] 6 times. (36)
Add wire for your last round Rnd 7: [2SC in next st, SC in next 5 sts] 6 times. (42)
Fasten off, weave in ends. Cut wire and shape your piece.
Headband piece:
Make 6
Ch 300, fasten off.
Assembly step:
Braid the headband chains and tie knots on each end.
Sew all the pieces to the headband.
See video tutorial for visual guide.
Use photos as a visual guide.
Weave in the rest of your ends and make it look pretty!
Enjoy!!
This post contains affiliate links, which means if you click on the link and buy from the linked websites, I will receive a small percentage of the value of your order. The amount you pay is not changed.
The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
Each year I try to challenge myself to something new. I began my 2017 costumes over the weekend and will release pieces over the next few months just in time for Halloween. Each video tutorial and written pattern will be FREE, and although many patterns will be related to the costume ensemble, several will be great to create on their own!!
One such piece is this Link to Past Stocking Cap. This unique Phrygian Cap is the first in a series of several videos that will be made to complete our costumes as Link and Zelda!! For those who are on my social media, it didn’t take long for the guesses to come in and easily many of you knew immediately what I was in the process of creating.
This design is very versatile. If you are not a fan of the video game or gaming scene, this can be made in any color as just a stocking hat in time for cooler weather. You can even use two tones by making your reverse single crochet stitches in a complimentary color to the hat. Red and White would make a peppermint swirl, or Red and Green would make a cute holiday hat. Removing the side laces and adding a bell on the end of the conical shape would make a darling elfin hat!
There are many fun ways to explore broadening this pattern to other great creations! For those of you who are on board to see what I create for Halloween, stay tuned for the next several weeks as I reveal more pieces for this EPIC cosplay creation. Nate and I are very excited to share another great costume with our wonderful YARNutopia community!
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.
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 hat!
NOTES:
-This project uses less than 250 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each row and tips on how to make this smaller and bigger.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-The measurements for the hat I demonstrate is 23 inches around the circumference of the head. The length is about 20 inches long.
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
BPDC: Back Post Double Crochet
RSC: Reverse Single Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Hat: Work in BLO for rounds 1-35 and in continuous rounds
With Medium Thyme
Ch 2 Rnd 1: [3 SC, 3 HDC, 3 DC] in 2nd ch from hook. (9)
Rnds 2-5: Working in BLO from here to Round 35, DC in each st around.
Rnd 6: 2 DC in each st around. (18)
Rnds 7-11: DC in each st around. (18)
Rnd 12: [2 DC in next st, DC in next st] 9 times. (27)
Rnds 13-16: DC in each st around. (27)
Rnd 17: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 2 sts] 9 times. (36)
Rnds 18-19: DC in each st around. (36)
Rnd 20: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 3 sts] 9 times. (45)
Rnds 21-22: DC in each st around
(If you are making an infant hat, make a few more rounds of 45 sts around and then jump to instructions for the end of round 35 and then rounds 36-40)
Rnd 23: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 4 sts] 9 times. (54)
Rnds 24-25: DC in each st around
(If you are making a toddler hat, make a few more rounds of 54 sts around and then jump to instructions for the end of round 35 and then rounds 36-40)
Rnd 26: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 8 sts] 6 times. (60)
(If you are making a Teen/Small Adult hat, make a few more rounds of 60 sts around and then jump to instructions for the end of round 35 and then rounds 36-40)
Rnd 27: [2 DC in next st, DC in next 9 sts] 6 times. (66)
Rnds 28-35: DC in each st around
On Round 35, The last 3 sts should be: HDC, HDC, SC
Rnd 36: Work in BOTH LOOPS FOR ROUNDS 36-40, Sl st in first st, ch up 2 (doesn’t count as anything), FPDC on first st, *BPDC on next, FPDC on next, Repeat from * around, sl st to first FPDC.
Rnds 27-40: Ch up 2, FPDC on first st, *BPDC on next, FPDC on next, Repeat from * around, sl st to first FPDC.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Go back to round 35 working in the last stitch that has a FRONT loop free, Start in that spot.
Reverse Single Crochet in the front loops of every stitch spiraling back to the top of the hat. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Lace Tie:
Braid 9 Strands of yarn in an 18 inch strand and lace it up the side. See video tutorial on how to attach. Use photos as guide for placement.
Enjoy!!
~Nadia
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The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
You’re probably thinking, “Nadia, You’ve “Cat” to be “Kitten” me right “Meow!”
Wear this with “Cat-titude” and I am “Paws-itive” this Kitty Cat Crochet Poncho is the “Purr-fect” way to start “Feline” “Claw-some”! Happy “Caturday” Everyone! The FREE WRITTEN PATTERN AND VIDEO TUTORIAL IS FINALLY HERE!!! Isn’t it “meow-nificent”?
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Follow along with this video tutorial to make this poncho:
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 poncho!
NOTES:
-This project uses 1,220 yards of yarn. I am making the size Small/Medium. Keep reading to learn how to make this smaller or bigger.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each round and tips on how to make this smaller and bigger.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
-Your starting chain should be any multiple of 5 (I start with 75, you can start with 65, 75, 85, 95), Round 2 increases 5 stitches evenly. Rounds 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 increase by 10 stitches evenly each round. If you need to increase more, you can continue with the established pattern of increases and then go onto the instructions for the front of the poncho and the back of the poncho to create the front slits.
-If you want to make this smaller, stop increasing at any round (maybe round 5 or 6 so you have about 120 sts), then go onto instructions on making the front and back of the poncho.
-TURN YOUR WORK FOR EACH ROW!!!
-If the instructions above are confusing, please message me on Facebook, and I will answer any questions you may have. Please be specific in your questions. Thank you!!
-The measurements for this poncho are as follows: Tail: 9 inches (22.86 cm), slits in the front: 10 inches around (25.4cm), Shoulder to bottom: 27 inches (68.58cm), Across shoulders: 17 inches (43.18cm), Hood length: 16 inches (40.64cm), Waist: 48 inches around (121.92cm), Hips: 50 inches around (127 cm), Pockets: 4 inches deep (10.16cm)
-Please know you can make this bigger or smaller with very few mathematical changes.
If you need to make this bigger, here is the start of the pattern for a foundation chain of 85.
Ch 85
Rnd 1: Sl st to 1st ch to form a large ring (this should fit over your head), Ch up 2 (does not count as st), DC in each ch around, sl st to first DC. Turn. (85)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 16 sts] 5 times, sl st to first DC, Turn. (90)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 8 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (100)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 9 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (110)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 10 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (120)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 11 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (130)
And so on.. I hope this makes sense and you are able to make this poncho. After Round 6, it is the established pattern to increase however big you need the poncho to be. Then you can go on to making the slits.
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
BLO: Back Loops Only
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Poncho:
Ch 75 or any amount that is a multiple of 5 (55, 65, 75, 85 etc.)
Rnd 1: Sl st to 1st ch to form a large ring (this should fit over your head), Ch up 2 (does not count as st), DC in each ch around, sl st to first DC. Turn. (75)
Rnd 2: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 14 sts] 5 times, sl st to first DC, Turn. (80)
(if you chained a different amount than me, be sure to calculate your original chain amount + 5, then divide that sum by 5, that will be the amount of stitches you will have between your increases) (If that doesn’t make sense, let me know, send me a message on Facebook)
Rnd 3: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 7 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (90)
Rnd 4: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 8 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (100)
Rnd 5: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 9 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (110)
Rnd 6: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 10 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (120)
Rnd 7: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 11 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (130)
Rnd 8: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 12 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (140)
Rnd 9: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 13 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (150)
Rnd 10: Ch 2, [2DC in next st, 1 DC in next 14 sts] 10 times, sl st to first DC, turn. (160)
Continue with the established increase until your piece is wide enough, then go onto the instructions for round 11.
Rnds 11-25: Ch 2, DC in each st around, sl st to 1st DC, Turn. (160) (You can end early or continue to make it longer if you wish, continue onto the front of the poncho to make the slits when you are satisfied with the length)
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Front of Poncho: Row 26: Mark 60 sts across the front (see video tutorial for other sizes), Attach yarn in first marked st, Ch 3 (counts as st), DC in each st to next marked st, leave the rest of the sts unworked, turn. (60)
Row 27-36: Ch 3, DC in each st across, turn. (60) Work these rows until it is 5 inches from row 26. You can end early if you want, or continue working rows to make it longer.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Back of Poncho: Row 26: Attach yarn to free stitch on Row 25 of poncho, Ch up 3 (counts as st), DC in each st across, turn. (100)
Rows 27-36: Ch 3, DC in each st across, turn. (100) Work these rows until it is 5 inches from row 26. You can end early if you want, or continue working rows to make it equal to the front of the poncho.
Do not fasten off, continue onto row 37
Row 37: DC in each st around connecting the Front and Back parts of the poncho, turn. (160) (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Rounds 38-48: Ch 2 (does not count as st), DC in each st around, turn. (160)
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Change color to white Row 49: Ch 2, DC in each st around. Fasten off. weave in ends. (160)
Hood:
Attach yarn to the top collar of poncho (See video tutorial for specific location) Row 1: Ch 3 (Counts as st), DC in each st across, turn. (74/75 sts)
Row 2-26: Ch 3, DC in each st across. Turn.
Continue working rows until the hood measures 15 inches.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing. Sew the top of the hood closed (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Weave in ends.
Assembly step:
SC around hood and slits in the front of poncho to clean up edges
Pockets: Make 2
With Main color
Ch 17 Row 1: DC in 4th ch from hook and across. turn. (15)
Rows 2-7: Ch 3 (counts as st), DC across. Turn. (15)
Continue to SC around 3 sides, Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Make paw prints before sewing pockets to poncho.
Paw prints: Toes: Make 8
With dark color: Rnd 1: Ch 2, SC 6 in 2nd ch from hook
Fasten off with tail for sewing.
Palm of Paw: Work in BLO, Make 2
With Dark Color: Rnd 1: Ch 2, 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook (work in continuous rounds)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next, SC in next] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew paws to pockets, then sew pockets to poncho.
Ears: Work in BLO, Make 2
With darker color,
Ch 2 Rnd 1: Ch 2, 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook (work in continuous rounds)
Rnd 2: SC in each st around. (6)
Rnd 3: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 4: SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 5: [2SC in next, SC in next] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 6: SC in each st around. (18)
Rnd 7: [2SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 8-9: SC in each st around. (24)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Sew ears to hood.
Eyes: Make 2
With Dark Color: Rnd 1: Ch 2, 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook (work in continuous rounds)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Make a fleck with white in the eye for extra detail (See video tutorial)
Sew to hood
Assembly step:
Embroider Mouth and nose to hood
Hood stripes: Make 2
With Dark Color:
Ch 17 or any amount) Row 1: DC in 4th ch from hook and across. (15)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew to hood
Back Stripes: Make 3
With Dark Color:
Ch 47 (or any amount) Row 1: DC in 4th ch and across. (45)
Fasten off with extra long tail for sewing.
Sew stripes to back of poncho
Tail: Work in BLO
With Main color, ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook (work in continuous rounds)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12)
Rnd 3: [2SC in next, SC in next] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 4-8: SC in each st around. (18)
Change color to Darker Color
Rnds 9-13: SC in each st around. (18)
Change color back to main color
Rnds 14-18: SC in each st around. (18)
Change color back to darker color
Rnds 19-23: SC in each st around. (18)
Change color back to main color
Rnds 24-28: SC in each st around. (18)
Continue if you’d like to make your tail longer. If not, Sl st closed and make button hole in middle (See video tutorial)
Assembly step:
Sew button to bottom of poncho in the back. Attach tail to poncho.
Weave in all ends.
Assembly Step:
Be sure to sew all your pieces to your poncho and weave in all the ends.
Enjoy!!
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With a few days left before Easter, as we scramble to fill up some baskets with unique and exciting gifts, this blog showcases crochet patterns that will make your job easier!
Please follow the links below or click the photos to direct you to the written patterns to each of these fantastic designs!
I read an excerpt yesterday that said “Knowing that you will most likely out live them, owning a pet is to open yourself up to profound joy, yet prospectively profound sadness…” Although saying goodbye and letting go of our sweet girl, Bebe, was profoundly sad and difficult, the pure joy that she brought our family over the course of ten years can’t be measured in mere words. Saying that she was a good dog is a gross understatement. She was pretty much everything anyone would want in a pet.
She was loving and loyal. She loved unconditionally. No matter what kind of day I was having, it could be made better by the love of a sweet dog who had no barriers. She just aimed to please. Many tears were shed on her shoulders and she would bear the burden of my pain. Many days of dealing with illness, she was company during lonely days and nights. She was a cuddle queen.
More than anything, she was patient to a fault! She allowed me to dress her up, wore my homemade costumes and modeled them so sweetly. She made it easy to show everyone how cute she was when she got all dressed up and showed off our latest dog pattern. She was sweet that way. But she didn’t need a crocheted outfit to show off her cuteness. She was just naturally adorable!
My mom posted this a couple days ago on Facebook, and it sums up so much in just a few words:
“She was smaller than a soda can when she first arrived in our life. A birthday gift from Fuad almost 10 years ago, he wanted another dog more than me. I got two for 1, brother and sister chihuahuas, Bebe and Rueben. She was the runt of the litter, born with a heart defect, short and plump, and a face that slightly resembled a fruit bat, but her sweetness makes her the most loving creature I know. Her loyalty knows no bounds. She lives every moment ‘in the now’. I can walk out my door, forget my keys, run back inside, and she is as happy to see me as if I was gone for a week. Tail wagging, excited dancing, happy, jumping, Bebe.
Our sweet Bebe girl is on the last leg of her life. I remain forever hopeful tonight, as I sit beside her, reflecting on this amazing dog who’s life with us has been so well lived. Her time has been filled with the kind of great memories that only a best dog can provide. How lucky we are that we get to be her family and we’re the recipients of this kind of unconditional love. Even now when you call her name, she may struggle to lift her head, and there’s no excited dancing, but her ears perk up and her tail still wags.”
I hope your tail is wagging as you make your way over that rainbow bridge, sweet girl. May you find endless fields to run and lots of friends to play. I’ll miss you.
For anyone who has a little one who loves to play dress up, this owl is so fun to expand their imagination! Just in time for Easter, these are perfect for masquerade play, character building, and pretend activities! Great for many occasions!!! The possibilities are endless! I was inspired by a link I saw on Pinterest and thought these would be fun in crochet. These would make great learning tools for kids, teaching them drama, acting, and role play! It’s great for schools, small play groups! Someone on Facebook mentioned these would be great for children’s hospitals. They are easy to wear and comfortable!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this Owl Mask:
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.
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 mask!
NOTES:
-This project uses less than 60 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each section.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
BLO: BACK LOOPS ONLY
DC: Double Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Mask:
Ch 21 Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch and across, ch 1, turn. (20) Row 2: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 7 sts, 2 SC in next 3 sts, SC in next 8 sts, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (25) Row 3: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 11 sts, 2 SC in next st, SC in next 11 sts, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (28) Row 4: SC across, ch 1, turn. (28) Row 5: HDC in 4 sts, Ch 9, Sk 7 sts, HDC in 6 sts, Ch 9, Sk 7 sts, HDC in last 4 sts, ch 1, turn. Row 6: SC in each st and each ch across, ch 1, turn. (32) Row 7: SC in 3 sts, SC2TOG, SC in next 7 sts, SC2TOG, SC in 4 sts, SC2TOG, SC in 7 sts, SC2TOG, SC in last 3 sts, ch 1, turn. (28) Row 8: [SC2TOG] twice, SC in next 7 sts, SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts, SC2TOG, SC in next 6 sts, [SC2TOG] twice, ch 1, turn. Rows 9-11: SC across, ch 1, turn. Row 12: SC in 10 sts, SC2TOG, SC in 10 sts, ch 1, turn. (21) Row 13: HDC in 5 sts, SC in 11 sts, HDC in last 5 sts, continue to SC around entire piece. See video tutorial for visual instructions
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Eyes:
Ch 17 Row 1: SC in 2nd ch and across, ch 1, turn. (16) Row 2: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 6 sts, 2 SC in next 2 sts, SC in 6 sts, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (20) Row 3: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 18 sts, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (22) Row 4: SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (22) Row 5: HDC in 1st st, Ch 9, Sk 7 sts, HDC in 6 sts, Ch 9, Sk 7 sts, HDC in last st, ch 1, turn. Row 6: SC in each st and ch across. Ch 1, turn. (26)
Row 7: HDC in 9 sts, SC in 8 sts, HDC in 9 sts, Continue to SC around the entire piece. (See video tutorial for visual instructions)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Beak:
Ch 2 Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook, ch 1, turn. (1) Row 2: 2 SC in st, ch 1, turn. (2)
Row 3: 2 SC in each st across, ch 1, turn. (4)
Row 4: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (6)
Row 5: SC around entire piece
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Assembly Step:
Sew all pieces to the mask, sew elastic to opposite side. (See video tutorial for visual instructions). Weave in the rest of your loose ends!
Enjoy!!
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For anyone who has a little one who loves to play dress up, this bunny is so fun to expand their imagination! Just in time for Easter, these are perfect for masquerade play, character building, and pretend activities! Great for many occasions!!! The possibilities are endless! I was inspired by a link I saw on Pinterest and thought these would be fun in crochet. These would make great learning tools for kids, teaching them drama, acting, and role play! It’s great for schools, small play groups! Someone on Facebook mentioned these would be great for children’s hospitals. They are easy to wear and comfortable!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this bunny mask
Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
Share your work on Facebook!
Add me on Snapchat: YARNutopia
Follow me on Instagram
Visit My Ravelry Store and add this to your Favorites!
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Enjoy this video and subscribe to my channel on YouTube for more tutorials on how to crochet!
Leave a comment, and share with your friends!
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.
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 mask!
NOTES:
-This project uses less than 60 yards of yarn.
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL video tutorial for visual instructions for each section.
-Weave in all the ends as you go so you don’t have to weave them all in at the very end.
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
prev.: Previous
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double Crochet
BLO: BACK LOOPS ONLY
DC: Double Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Mask:
Ch 21 Row 1: SC in 2nd Ch and across, ch 1, turn. (20) Row 2: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 7 sts, 2 SC in next 3 sts, SC in next 8 sts, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (25) Row 3: 2 SC in 1st st, SC in next 11 sts, 2 SC in next st, SC in next 11 sts, 2 SC in last st, ch 1, turn. (28) Row 4: SC across, ch 1, turn. (28) Row 5: HDC in 4 sts, Ch 9, Sk 7 sts, HDC in 6 sts, Ch 9, Sk 7 sts, HDC in last 4 sts, ch 1, turn. Row 6: SC in each st and each ch across, ch 1, turn. (32) Row 7: SC in 3 sts, SC2TOG, SC in next 7 sts, SC2TOG, SC in 4 sts, SC2TOG, SC in 7 sts, SC2TOG, SC in last 3 sts, ch 1, turn. (28) Row 8: [SC2TOG] twice, SC in next 7 sts, SC2TOG, SC in next 3 sts, SC2TOG, SC in next 6 sts, [SC2TOG] twice, ch 1, turn. Rows 9-10: SC across, ch 1, turn.
SC around entire piece.
Fasten off. Weave in ends.
Ears: Make 2, Work in continuous rounds.
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 6 SC in 2nd Ch from hook. (6) Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (12) Rnd 3: [2 SC in next st, Sc in next st] 6 times. (18) Rnds 4-10: SC in each st around. (18) Rnd 11: SC2TOG, SC in the rest of the sts around. (17) Rnd 12: SC2TOG, SC in the rest of the sts around. (16) Rnd 13: SC2TOG, SC in the rest of the sts around. (15) Rnd 14: SC2TOG, SC in the rest of the sts around. (14) Rnd 15: SC2TOG, SC in the rest of the sts around. (13) Rnd 16: SC2TOG, SC in the rest of the sts around. (12)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Nose:
Ch 3
In 3rd ch from hook put 2 DC, 2 HDC, DC, 2 HDC, 2 DC, ch 2, Sl st. Fasten off with long tail.
Sew center hole closed.
Flower:
Ch 2 Rnd 1: 5 SC in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to 1st st. Rnd 2: [Ch 3, sl st in next st] 5 times. Rnd 3: Sl st into ch 3 sp, [SC, 3 HDC, SC] in each ch sp around. (5 petals made)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing
Leaf: Make 2
Ch 6 Rnd 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next, HDC in next, SC in next, Sl st in last, ch 2, Sl st in same ch as last st, Work on opposite side of foundation ch, SC in next st, HDC in next st, SC in next st, Sl st in last. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Assembly Step:
Sew all pieces to the mask, sew elastic to opposite side. (See video tutorial for visual instructions). Weave in the rest of your loose ends!
Enjoy!!
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This blog is compiled to show the costumes I made for Nate and myself. You can find them all in one place rather than navigating through my blog to find each individual pattern. Here, I have them all in one spot for your convenience. You can click the links in the paragraphs before the photos or you can simply click the photos to view the video tutorials and written patterns for each individual piece for these costumes.
We start with the Beast Hat. It’s perfect not only for a costume (although, I will warn you, it is very warm, and won’t last long in a crowd of people), but also for cold days! It’s an easily adaptable and versatile pattern by changing colors and embellishments to make any animal-istic creature that you fancy!
Second, you will find the Beast Gloves here. With some simple modifications, you can take these very scary beast gloves and turn them into an easy pair of hand-warmers, just by omitting the finger portion of the pattern. These were made to enhance the crochet costume. Have fun with it!
Next up, by making a very simple chain, I was able to create this embroidery embellishment detail that I sewed onto the costume jacket. I first traced out the design in a chalk pencil, chained the length needed for each scroll design and sewed it on using a yarn needle. I added some lace and just pinned it inside the sleeves and on the collar.
Lastly, I made these simple foot coverings. These are a very basic flat panel using double crochet with an ankle cuff that wraps around the bottom of the leg. Once complete, I sewed fur through the stitches to give it a paw-like look that can be worn over shoes. (These do not have a written pattern or a video tutorial)
For the Princess costume, I created the shirt here. This is one of two pieces for the dress ensemble. I added tulle and embellished the outfit with medium sized flower roses that I used in my Floral Dream Crown tutorial.
The Princess Costume Skirt was the second piece I crocheted for this ensemble. As you will see in the pattern, you can make this as big or as small as you want it to be. This can modified to be made in a variety of princess dresses by changing colors or adding different embellishments.
Lastly, I added the Enchanted Rose Cape that can be found here as a finishing touch to this princess costume. This cape can also be modified into a poncho or a bridal cape.
Here are the photos of us together in our costumes! Photos do not lead to any patterns.
An enormous amount of improvising was done in the creation of this princess dress that I made for my Halloween costume. Nate and I are attending a costume party this year and I was all set to make sure that this was created in time. But boy, did I underestimate how hard it would be to make this ensemble! In the process, I ran out of yarn, I had to frog my work a few times, and actually shed a few tears. The skirt wasn’t as voluminous as I hoped, but you know what, it doesn’t matter anymore! I finished it, and I am getting passed the flaws to appreciate the work that went into making this. Overall, it may not be exactly what I imagined, but once in awhile a project takes on a life of its own and still turns out alright!
This pattern is for the basic dress design. However, you can change color. Add or subtract embellishments or details to customize your own costume. Pick a princess you love and go for it! Whether it be yellow like the one in this tutorial or pink, blue, a blue top with yellow skirt, green. Modifying this for any character can bring your costume to life!
Once the shell of the costume was made and the side panels added, I used similar colored tulle to enhance the sides giving the skirt full scallop look. I sewed the tulle in the sides and tucked it in the center then secured the entire piece with a center rose. I used the medium size rose flower from my Floral Dream Crown pattern.
Using a corset style lace-up, I used ribbon to create a closure for the shirt. Simply tying it down the back creates this look.
I wrapped tulle around the shoulders of the top and using a couple stitches, I secured it into place. I added another rose in the center bust area to tie in this design with similar details as the skirt.
I finished the shell of my princess skirt in the photo below. It was still a work in progress as I planned to add details and volume. I had a revelation after trying it on for sizing, that by itself, the shell works nicely for a basic maxi skirt. After trying it on I was like, “I would totally wear the skirt like this!”
Follow this video tutorial to learn how to make the Princess Skirt:
Follow this video tutorial to learn how to make the Princess Lace-Up Costume Top:
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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.
-The pattern video tutorial starts at 8 minutes 14 seconds. The first 8 minutes are frequently asked questions and other information.
-You can use any cotton/acrylic/polyester yarn you want to use. As long as it’s a thinner and lighter weight yarn. Having so much yarn can result in a heavy skirt.
-This pattern is written for an adult size, but you can make it any size by chaining more or less. The top doesn’t have any multiple so you can chain as many as you need to in the beginning. The skirt is in a multiple of 14, so you can make your chain as big as you want as long as your count is in the multiple of 14. (I explain all this in the video if that is confusing)
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this smaller or bigger depending on your tension.
-For measurements and to learn how big mine turned out to be, watch the beginning of the video tutorial. For the top, I measure it as I go.
-This took me approximately 12 hours to complete fully.
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
DC3TOG: Double Crochet Decrease 3 stitches together
Shell: 5 DC in indicated stitch
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Skirt:
Row 1: FDC 140 or any multiple of 14 that measures your hip measurement PLUS 6-10 extra inches.
Round 2: Form FDC round into a ring and slip stitch to the beginning FDC. (See video tutorial for visual instructions), ch up 2, DC in first 5 sts, *3 DC in next st, DC in next 5 sts, DC3TOG, DC in next 5 sts, repeat from * ending with DC3TOG.
Round 3: (See video tutorial for visual instructions at 20 minutes), Do not slip stitch to beginning, DC in first 5 sts, * 3DC in middle DC of 3DC grouping, DC in next 5 sts, DC3TOG, DC in next 5 sts, repeat from * around, do not slip stitch to beginning.
Continue working in continuous rounds.
Rounds 4-65: * DC in next 5 sts, 3DC in middle DC of 3DC grouping, DC in next 5 sts, DC3TOG, DC in next 5 sts, repeat from * around, do not slip stitch to beginning.
You can make this as long or short as you want just repeating the continuous pattern. Go onto the next step when when you are satisfied with the length.
Round 66: Skip the next st, sl st into the next st, ch 1, sc in same st, sk 2 sts, 5 DC in next st (shell made), *sk 2 sts, sc in next st, shell in next st, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning sc. Fasten off.
Waistband:
Attach yarn on any st around waist. Ch up 4. (Counts as TR), TR in each st around, sl st to ch up 4. Fasten off.
Weave ribbon through the TR’s to tighten waist.
Half Circle Side Panels: Make 6
Ch 4, sl st to 4th ch from hook to form a ring. Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as DC here and throughout), 9 DC into ring, turn. (10) Row 2: Ch 3, DC in same st, 2 DC in each st across, turn. (20) Row 3: Ch 3, 1 DC in each st across, turn. (20) Row 4: Ch 3, DC in same st, [1 DC in next st, 2 DC in next st] Repeat across, turn. (30) Row 5: Ch 3, 1 DC in each st across, turn. (30) Row 6: Ch 3, DC in same st, [1 DC in next 2 sts, 2 DC in next st] Repeat across, turn. (40) Row 7: Ch 3, 1 DC in each st across, turn. (40) Row 8: Ch 3, DC in same st, [1 DC in next 3 sts, 2 DC in next st] Repeat across, turn. (50) Row 9: Ch 3, 1 DC in each st across, turn. (50) Row 10: Ch 3, DC in same st, [1 DC in next 4 sts, 2 DC in next st] Repeat across, turn. (60) Row 11: Ch 3, 1 DC in each st across, turn. (60) Row 12: Ch 3, DC in same st, [1 DC in next 5 sts, 2 DC in next st] Repeat across, turn. (70) Row 13: Ch 3, 1 DC in each st across, turn. (70) Row 14: Ch 3, DC in same st, [1 DC in next 6 sts, 2 DC in next st] Repeat across, turn. (80) Row 15: Ch 3, 1 DC in each st across, turn. Row 16: Ch 3, DC in same st, [1 DC in next 7 sts, 2 DC in next st] Repeat across. (90) Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew panels to sides of skirt using video tutorial as a visual guide.
Top:
Chain 77 (or any amount that measures your chest measurement) Row 1: DC in 3rd ch from hook and across, ch 2, turn. (75) Row 2-30: DC in each st across.
You can continue to make it longer if yours isn’t long enough.
Fasten off when finished.
Weave ribbon down the back (Optional: You could seam up the back by sewing it closed or crocheting it closed)
Straps: Make 2 Row 1: FDC 42 or an amount that measures from the back of your shoulder to the front of the shoulder (See video tutorial for visual instructions) Row 2: Ch 2, DC across. Fasten off with long tail.
Sew to Top
(See video tutorial for location)
Row 1: sc in 4th ch from hook (first ch 1 sp made). * Ch 1, skip 1 ch, sc in next ch. Repeat from * to end.
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, [2 sc and 1 sl st] in first ch 1 sp, [3sc, 1 sl st] in each of the next 3 ch 1 sps, [3 hdc, 1 sl st] in each of the next 4 ch 1 sps, [4 hdc, 1 sl st] in each of the next 4 ch 1 sps, [4 dc, 1 sl st] in each of the next 4 ch 1 sps. Fasten off with long tail for sewing. Roll strip into a flower, stitch flower together at base.
Enjoy!!
Why not make the matching Beast set? Below, click the image to take you to its video tutorial and written pattern.
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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Many times I have made suggestions of ideas on what you can make using the squares from our 365 Days of Granny Squares. Recently, I designed the Spinning Spider Granny Square (Number 266) and The Web We Weave Granny Square (Number 246). I began thinking about a project that I could make to tie these two in together that would work for a table runner or other Halloween related item.
I decided to create a look that has the spider spinning from the web. Doing that required a bit of adjustment on the placement of the spider on the square. In my original Spinning Spider Granny Square Video Tutorial, I demonstrated how to make the square with the spider running vertically on the square. In the Table Runner, I made a few stitch adjustments, I turned the spider to go on a diagonal to achieve the desired results for my finished work, allowing me to run Slip Stitches creating a web strand from the bottom (spinneret) of my spider to the Web square. Please see the video tutorial for instructions below to make this adjustment.
Then, I created duplicate sets of square Numbers 246 and 266 of our 365 Days of Granny Squares to create the ends of our runner. I combined these blocks with the solid granny square (Number 2)that I used with various color combinations of black and orange or black and white to match the other squares in this project. Note: You do not have to make these adjustments nor use my colors. This is creator’s choice.
This video is a tutorial on how to assemble the squares and add the border detail to finish off this great Halloween table runner. You will find the links and videos to the squares that I have already filmed prior to this project. Not interested in the runner? Why not make additional squares to make a lapghan or blanket? Let your imagination be your guide.
**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!
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.
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half-Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet (YO twice)
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
Notes:
-This Table runner is 41 inches long (105 cm) and 20 inches wide (53 cm)
-You can attach your squares any way you’d like, I do the whip stitch, but you can do any stitch you prefer. Check out this blog post at the top, there is a video tutorial on different attaching methods
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this table runner:
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make the Web We Weave Granny Square:
Solid Granny Square
Make 4:
Make rounds 1-2 in Orange
Make rounds 3-6 in Black
Make 2:
Make rounds 1-2 in White
Make rounds 3-6 in Black
For round 6 on the solid granny square, use Half Double Crochet instead of Double Crochet to have the same size as your other squares.
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make a solid granny square:
Border
See video tutorial for starting point.
Sc in same sp, *sk 1 st, 5 DC in next, sk 1 st, sc in next, repeat from * until next corner, sc in next 2 sps, repeat from * again until end of table runner, put 5 DC in that space.
Again, watch the video tutorial for clear specific visual instructions.
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I created this Autumn Flower Granny Square design to add to our 365 Days of Granny Squares project. It uses variety of crochet stitches to create an interesting design! I hope you enjoy making your square!
A couple disclaimers before you start: Be sure to check your tension and use the correct size hook for your square. I demonstrate with an H-5.00mm crochet hook in the video tutorial, but you can make yours bigger or smaller by using a bigger or smaller hook. Also, if yours turns out wonky when you are finished, you may need to block this square to make it nice and flat.
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this square:
**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!
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:
-Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in as many colors as you want.
-H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors
NOTES:
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this square depending on your tension. I wouldn’t use anything larger than an I-5.5mm Crochet Hook though.
-The finished square measures 6 inches.
-This square is worked from the center outward
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half-Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet (YO twice)
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
BPSC: Back Post Single Crochet
FPHDC: Front Post Half Double Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Ch 4, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring.
Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), 11 DC in ring, sl st to beg. ch up 3. (12 sts)
Fasten off.
Rnd 2: Attach yarn with BPSC around any st, ch 2, *BPSC around next st, ch 2, repeat from * around, sl st to first BPSC
Rnd 3: Ch 1, *FPHDC around BPSC, 3 DC in ch 2 sp, repeat from * around, sl st to 1st FPHDC. Fasten off.
Rnd 4: Work on sts from round 2: Attach yarn with BPSC around BPSC from round 2, *Ch 4, Sk next BPSC, BPSC around next BPSC from round 2, repeat from * around, sl st to first BPSC. (6 ch 4 sps)
Rnd 5: Ch 1, SC in same st, *[SC, HDC, 3 DC, HDC, SC] in ch 4 sp, SC in BPSC, repeat from * around, sl st to 1st SC.
Rnd 6: Ch 1, SC in same st, *2DC in next 7 sts, SC in next, repeat from * around, sl st to 1st sc. Fasten off.
Rnd 7: [BPSC, ch 4, BPSC] around BPSC from round 4, Ch 4, *[BPSC, ch 4, BPSC] around next BPSC from round 4, ch 4, repeat from * around, sl st to first BPSC. (12 ch 4 sps)
Rnds 8: In ch 4 sp: Ch 4 (counts as TR), [3TR ch 2, 4 TR] in same sp, *4 TR in next 2 ch sps, [4TR, ch 2, 4TR] in next ch sp, repeat from * around, sl st to ch up 4.
Rnd 9: In any corner: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), [2DC, ch 2, 3 DC] in same sp, DC in each st around, in corners, put [3DC, ch 2, 3DC] Sl st to beginning ch up 3.
Fasten off.
I created this Spinning Spider Granny Square design to add to our 365 Days of Granny Squares project. It uses variety of crochet stitches to create an interesting design! I hope you enjoy making your square!
This Spinning Spider Granny Square is a great match for The Web We Weave Granny Square! Make them both into a big blanket for a spooky afghan!
A couple disclaimers before you start: Be sure to check your tension and use the correct size hook for your square. I demonstrate with an H-5.00mm crochet hook in the video tutorial, but you can make yours bigger or smaller by using a bigger or smaller hook. Also, if yours turns out wonky when you are finished, you may need to block this square to make it nice and flat.
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this square:
**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!
Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
Share your work on Facebook!
Add me on Snapchat: YARNutopia
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Enjoy this video and subscribe to my channel on YouTube for more tutorials on how to crochet!
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
NOTES:
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this square depending on your tension. I wouldn’t use anything larger than an I-5.5mm Crochet Hook though.
-The finished square measures 6 inches.
-This square is worked from the center outward
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half-Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet (YO twice)
BLO: Back Loop Only
FLO: Front Loop Only
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Ch 4, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring.
Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), 7 DC in ring, sl st to beg. ch up 3. (8)
Rnd 2: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), WORK IN FLO DC in same st, 2 DC in each st around. Sl st to beg. ch up 3. (16)
Rnd 3: [Ch 6, Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 4 ch’s, sl st in same st on round 2, sl st into next st] 4 times, SC in next st, 4 DC in next 2 sts, SC in next st, sl st in next st, [Ch 6, Sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 4 ch’s, sl st in same st on round 2, sl st into next st] 4 times. Leave last 4 sts unworked. Fasten off.
Rnd 4: Attach yarn to unworked BLO of round 1. Ch up 3, (Counts as DC), DC in next, Ch 3, *DC in next 2 sts, ch 3, Repeat from * around, sl st to beg ch up 3.
Rnd 5: In any ch 3 sp: *[3DC, ch 2, 3 DC, ch 2], repeat from * in each ch 3 sp, sl st to beg ch up 3. (see video tutorial for visual instructions)
Rnd 6: In any corner: Ch 3 (counts as DC), [DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in same sp, * Ch 1, Sk 1, DC in next, ch 1, sk 1, [DC, ch 1, DC] in ch 2 sp, ch 1, sk 1, dc in next, ch 1, sk 1, [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corner, repeat from * around. Sl st to beg. ch up 3.
Rnd 7: Start in a 2nd DC on the side: See video tutorial at minute 24 for specific location. Ch 1. SC in same st tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, *sc in next dc tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, sc in next dc tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, sc in next 2 sts, [2sc, ch2, 2sc] in corner. sc in each st across to next corner. [2sc, ch 2, 2 sc] in next corner. sc in next 2 sts, sc in ch 1 sp, sc in next st tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, sc in next dc tacking down leg, sc in ch 1 sp, repeat from * around. Ending with a sc in last ch 1 sp. sl st to 1st sc of this round.
Rnds 8 & 9: Ch up 3, DC in each st around, [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in each corner. sl st to beginning ch up 3.
Whether it’s for a costume, a winter hat, or giving this for a gift, you will go bananas over this fun character hat and find it very a-peel-ing!! There’s a new musical animation film coming out in December. One of the characters from the movie inspired this cute earflap hat. I made this cutie patootie Gorilla Hat just in time for Halloween and the holidays! My nephew is a lil’ gorilla and makes the best model!!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this hat:
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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.
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 project!
NOTES:
-I do not have smaller sizes for this hat, it is made for a Child size.
-You can easily adjust this size to make it bigger by adding increase rounds and more rows to make it longer. Check out this page for tips on hat sizes.
Special Stitches:
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
BLO: Work in the Back Loop Only
Hat
With Homespun and Bulky yarn together
Ch 4, sl st to 1st ch to form a ring (or start with Magic Ring) Rnd 1: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), 8 DC into ring, sl st to ch up 3. (9) Rnd 2: Ch 3, 2 DC in each sp between sts around. sl st to ch up 3. (18) Rnd 3: Ch 3, DC in same sp as ch up 3, DC in next sp, * 2 DC in next, DC in next, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning ch up 3. (27) Rnd 4: Ch up 3, DC in same sp as ch up 3, DC in next sp, * 2 DC in next, DC in next 2 sps, repeat from * around, Sl st to ch up 3. (36) Rnd 5-9: Ch up 3, DC in each st around, Sl st to ch up 3. (36)
Earflaps:
First earflap: Row 1: Ch up 3, (Counts as DC), DC in next 4. (5)
Row 2: Ch up 3, Turn, DC in between each st. (5)
Row 3: Ch up 3, Turn, DC2TOG, DC in last 2 sps. (4)
Row 4: Ch up 3, Turn, DC3TOG.
Fasten off, weave in end.
Second Earflap
See video tutorial for specific location
Repeat as 1st earflap.
Snout: Use Red Heart Yarn in Gray and H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
Ch 2 Rnd 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6) Rnd 2: Sc 2 in each st. (12) Rnd 3: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next st) 6 times. (18) Rnd 4: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times. (24) Rnd 5: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times. (30) Rnd 6: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 4 st) 6 times. (36) Rnd 7: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 5 sts) 6 times. (42) Rnds 8 & 9: Sc in each st around. (42)
Fasten of with long tail for sewing.
Embroider Mouth to snout.
See video tutorial for visual instructions
Stuff snout and sew to hat.
Behind the Eyes:
Ch 2 Rnd 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6) Rnd 2: Sc 2 in each st. (12) Rnd 3: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next st) 6 times. (18) Rnd 4: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 2 sts) 6 times. (24) Rnd 5: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next 3 sts) 6 times. (30)
Fasten off with long tail.
Sew to hat
Eyes: Make 2
With White
Ch 2 Rnd 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6) Rnd 2: Sc 2 in each st. (12) Rnd 3: (Sc 2 in next st, sc in next st) 6 times. (18) Rnds 4-6: Sc in each st around. (18)
Pupil: Make 2
With Black
Ch 2 Rnd 1: Sc 6 in 2nd ch from hook. (6)
Assembly step:
Sew pupils to eyeball, stuff eye, and sew to hat.
Nose:
Ch 4 Row 1: SC in 2nd ch from hook and across (3) Row 2-16: Ch 1, Turn, SC in each st across.
Fasten off with long tail.
See video tutorial for visual instructions to form nose and sew to snout.
Eyebrow:
In black
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 4 SC in 2nd ch from hook (4)
Rnd 2: 2 SC in each st around. (8)
Stuff a little as you go,
Rnds 3-18: SC in each st around. (8)
Rnd 19: SC2Tog 4 times, Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
See video tutorial on how to stuff and sew to hat.
Ears: Make 2 in Gray
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to 1st sc.
Rnd 2: Ch up 3 (counts as DC), DC in same st, 2 HDC in next 2 sts, 2 DC in next, 2 HDC in next 2 sts, sl st to ch up 3. (12)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, 2 SC in first 2 sts, 1 Sc in next 4 sts, 2 SC in next 2 sts, 1 SC in last 4 sts, (16)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Assembly step:
Cut a bunch of scrap yarn, tie to top of hat for hair, comb it out for fuzzy hair
Make braids on each earflap.
Weave in all ends.
Enjoy!!
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I created The Web We Weave Granny Square design to add to our 365 Days of Granny Squares project. It uses quite a few chain stitches to create a look of a spider web! You can make this with the traditional black and white colors or you can get crazy with it and use bright colors or make your square bigger and just increase your chains each round to make your web larger! I hope you enjoy making your square!
A couple disclaimers before you start: Be sure to check your tension and use the correct size hook for your square. I demonstrate with an H-5.00mm crochet hook in the video tutorial, but you can make yours bigger or smaller by using a bigger or smaller hook. Also, if yours turns out wonky when you are finished, you may need to block this square to make it nice and flat.
Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make this granny square:
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
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NOTES:
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this square depending on your tension. I wouldn’t use anything larger than an I-5.5mm Crochet Hook though.
-The finished square measures 6.5 inches
-This square is worked from the center outward
Special stitches:
Ch(s): chain(s)
YO: Yarn Over
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SK: Skip
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half-Double Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
With Black:
SOLID GRANNY SQUARE:
Ch 4, sl st to beginning to form a ring
Rnd 1: Ch 4 (counts as DC + Ch 1 Sp), [DC, Ch 1] 7 times into ring. Sl st to 3rd ch of beg. ch 4. (8ch sps, 8 DC)
Rnd 2: Sl st into Ch sp, ch up 3, [2dc, ch 2, 3 dc] in same sp, *3dc in next ch sp, [3dc, ch 2, 3dc] in next ch sp, repeat from * around. Sl st to beg. ch up 3.
Rnd 3-5: Ch up 3, DC in each st around putting [2DC, ch 2, 2 DC] in corners
WEB:
With white, Attach yarn in center ring (see video tutorial)
Rnd 1: Ch up 5 (counts as DC + Ch 2 sp), [DC, ch 2] 7 times in center ring, sl st to 3rd ch of beg. ch 5. If this gets confusing, see the video tutorial, it explains it a lot better.
Rnd 2: Ch 1, FPDC around ch up 3, [ch 3, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 3, sl st around FPDC
Rnd 3: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 4, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 4, sl st around FPDC
Rnd 4: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 5, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 5, sl st around FPDC
Rnd 5: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 6, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 6, sl st around FPDC
Rnd 6: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 7, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 7, sl st around FPDC
Rnd 7: Ch 1, FPDC around FPDC, [ch 8, FPDC around next st] 7 times, ch 8, sl st around FPDC
Rnd 8: Sl st into ch 8 sp, Sc in center st on background square and in next sts until the corner working in the ch sp and in each st (see video tutorial for visual instructions), *In corner, work in the FPDC st and in the corner ch 2 sp and put [sc, ch 2, sc], then work in the next ch 8 sp and in the next 10 sts and put a sc in each st, then sc in the fpdc and in the st behind it on the background square, then work in the next ch 8 sp and in the rest of the sts on the side until you get to the corner and then repeat from * around.
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The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
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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So many little girls love to play dress up or pretend to be their favorite Disney Princess. I was no exception, and that spirit was something I never grew out of. I love Disney movies and the characters they embody. My Enchanted Rose Cape was inspired by one of my favorites. Fashioned after a scene from Beauty and the Beast, I created this caplet/cape combination piece to add to a costume that I am in the process of creating.
As I was creating this piece, I saw the potential for so many possibilities that could come out of this one fashion item. Changing the color to ivory, or even a sparkly white yarn, this would make a lovely winter bridal cape. In fact, just changing the color to match something in your wardrobe would make this a perfect piece for a formal cover-up. It could be an everyday poncho/cape in tones of grays or warm browns. This could also be transformed into other costume capes for characters such as Red Riding Hood, Rose Red, or any other fairy-tale or medieval character. The possibilities in color choices are endless, and the ideas know no bounds. Have fun with it!!
It doesn’t stop there. If you prefer to not include the longer cape, this would make a cute little caplet, or remove the hood and it makes a nice poncho. Adjust the size and you can change the whole look! With this easy repeat pattern and stitch, anything is possible!
Enjoy this pattern and share your photos on the Facebook page when you finish!!
Make the full costume by clicking here or clicking this photo below.
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this cape:
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad You *may* sell items made from my pattern, but please reference my website YARNutopia.com.
Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
NOTES:
-You can use a smaller or larger hook to make this square depending on your tension.
-This pattern is in multiples of 3, so you can make this as big or small as you want.
-Just continue the repeat pattern until your piece is as big or as wide as you want it to be to go onto the next step if you feel like I stopped too soon in the video tutorial. This pattern is very versatile and you can make this as big as you want.
-This piece works the poncho first, then the cape, then the hood last.
-The hood is made separately and then sewn onto the cape.
-For measurements and to learn how big mine turned out to be, watch the beginning of the video tutorial.
-This took me about 15 hours to complete from beginning to end.
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
aka: Also Known As
Pattern:
If you have any confusion or difficulty with reading this pattern, please watch the video tutorial to have visual instructions.
Poncho
Ch 90 (or any multiple of 3). Sl st to 1st ch to form a large ring.
Rnd 1: ch 1, [sc, ch 2, sc] in same ch, *sk 2 ch’s, [sc, ch 2, sc] in next ch, repeat from * around, ending with sk last 2 chs, sl st to 1st sc of the round, and sl st into ch 2 sp. (30 ch 2 sps)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, 2 DC in same sp, put 3 DC in each ch 2 sp around, sl st to beg. ch up 3 and into next st. (90 DC)
Rnd 3: Ch 1, [sc, ch 2, sc] in same st, *sk 2 sts, [sc, ch 2, sc] in next st, repeat from * around, ending with sk last st and beg. ch up 3, sl st to 1st sc and sl st into ch sp.
At this point, put a stitch marker at the beginning and halfway point of your work (see video tutorial for visual instructions).
Rnd 4: ch 3, 5 DC in same sp, put 3 DC in each ch sp until you get to the halfway point, put 6 DC in the halfway point ch 2 sp, then put 3DC in each of the ch sps until the end of the round.
Rnds 5-27: Repeat rows 3 and 4 until your piece is as long as you want it to be. I ended on round 27. You want to end on an ODD round (aka a repeat of round 3)
Rnd 28: Ch 3, 2 DC in same sp, put 3 DC in each ch 2 sp around, sl st to beg. ch up 3 and into next st.
Rnd 29: Ch 1, [sc, ch 2, sc] in same st, *sk 2 sts, [sc, ch 2, sc] in next st, repeat from * around, ending with sk last st and beg. ch up 3, sl st to 1st sc and sl st into ch sp.
Rnd 30: Ch 3, 2 DC in same sp, put 3 DC in each ch 2 sp around, sl st to beg. ch up 3.
Rnd 31: Ch 1. Sc in each st around. Sl st to beg. sc, fasten off. Weave in ends.
**Put stitch markers where you want to keep the front open for your cape part. See video tutorial to see where to mark your work
**Row 1 of the cape is worked on the inside of the poncho in round 29.
Cape: Row 1: In a ch sp that is marked, ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 2, sc in same sp, sk to next ch sp, [sc, ch 2, sc] in each ch 2 sp around (see video tutorial to do this round correctly), ch 1 turn
Row 2: Sl st into ch 2 sp, Ch up 3, 2DC in same sp, 3 DC in each ch 2 sp across, ch 1, turn.
Row 3: Sl st into middle st of 3dc grouping, ch 1, [sc, ch 2, sc] in same st, * sk 2 sts, [sc, ch 2, sc] in next st, repeat from * across skip last st, ch 1, turn.
Row 4: Sl st into ch 2 sp, ch 3, 5DC in same sp, 3DC in each ch sp until the last sp, 6 DC in last ch sp, ch 1, turn.
Row 5: Sl st into 2nd st of 6 dc grouping, ch 1, [sc, ch 2, sc] in same st, sk 2 sts, [sc, ch 2, sc in next st, repeat from * across, sk last st, ch 1 turn.
Row 6: sl st into ch 2 sp, ch 3, 2 DC in same sp, 3 dc in each ch 2 sp across, ch 1, turn.
Rows 7-38: Repeat Rows 3-6 as many times as you want to make your cape as long and wide as you want it to be. (I ended on row 38) Be sure to end on a repeat of row 5.
Rows 39-40: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across.
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
Hood:
The hood is made separately and then sewn onto neck part of poncho. See video tutorial for specifics on how to sew this to the cape.
Ch 92 (or however many chains you began with + 2)
Row 1: (1 SC, CH 2, 1 SC) in 3rd ch from hook, *Sk next 2 ch, (1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc) in next ch, repeat from * across, end with 1 HDC in the last ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3 (Counts as DC), *3 DC in next ch-2 space. Repeat from * across, end with 1 DC in top of turning ch, turn.
Row 3: Ch 2 (Counts as HDC), * (1 sc, ch 2, 1 sc) in 2nd dc of next 3DC grouping, repeat from * across, end with 1 HDC in top of turning ch, turn.
Rows 4-22: Repeat Rows 2 and 3 until your hood is as wide as you want it to be. (End on an even row (aka a repeat of row 2).
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Sew hood to cape and sew up the top of the hood (see video tutorial for visual instructions)
Time for Fur!!
Sl st fur around hood, around bottom of poncho, and around the bottom of the cape.
Weave in all your ends, and enjoy your cape!
Enjoy!!
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The yarn provided for this pattern is courtesy of Red Heart Yarns
Ready, set, Pokémon GO! Get your hooks ready to make some great Pokémon accessories and get a head start on your holiday projects! As this Pokémon Go! game has swept the world, I am no exception to the craze, I am hooked on crochet AND this app! (pun intended!)
Now we can hunt Pokémon in style with these great accessories. I made a cute Pikachu hat for my nephew, using my Basic Beanie Hat pattern and added some embellishments. Below, you will find the written instructions for those pieces.
Here are some other great crochet projects from other crocheters for additional Pokémon gear! Check ’em out and catch ’em all!
This BASIC BEANIE HAT will help you make the shell of this Pikachu hat:
I used all Red Heart Super Saver yarn in Yellow, Black, Red, and White
I used an H-5.00mm crochet hook
Ears: work in continuous rounds. Make 2
With Yellow:
Rnd 1: ch 11, sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, put 3 sc in last ch, sc on opposite side of ch, put 2 sc in last st, place st marker
Rnd 2: 2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 9 sts, 2 sc in next 3 sts, 1 sc to last st, 2 sc in last st, fasten off with long tail for sewing
With black:
Row 1: Ch 5, sc in 2nd ch and across (4), ch 1, turn
Row 2: Sc in 1st st, sc2tog, sc in next st (3), ch 1, turn
Row 3: sc3tog, sc around entire piece, fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Triangle made.
Sew black triangle to yellow piece at top.
Embroider nose and mouth on hat
Eyes: (Make 2)
With black: ch 2, 10 HDC in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to 1st st, fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Embroider white dots in eyes for effect.
Cheeks: (Make 2)
With Red: Ch 2, 10 HDC in 2nd ch from hook. Sl st to 1st st, fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Sew all embellishments to basic beanie hat made in yellow.
This is the 4th piece of the Cheshire Cat costume. It is a very simple pattern. There is no video tutorial since this is a continuous repeat pattern. This particular tail was made for the Cheshire Cat costume, however, this can be modified to be crocheted for any type of tail for any costume! The length can be changed to accommodate any size. It can be made short or long.
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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.
Change color every 10 Rounds. Work In continuous Rounds, moving stitch marker up each round. Add stuffing as you go, I found it easier to stuff after every 10 rounds.
Ch 2,
Rnd 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6)
Rnd 2: Sc in each st around. (6)
Rnd 3: 2 sc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 4: Sc in each st around. (12)
Rnd 5: [2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st] 6 times. (18)
Rnd 6: Sc in each st around. (18)
Rnd 7: [2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24)
Rnd 8-60 (or however long you want to make it): Sc in each st around, change color after rounds 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50.
Apply fur at the tip of the tail by sewing it on.
Sew end closed and weave elastic through and wear around your waist, or sew the end closed and pin it to your pants!
Weave in all ends
Enjoy!!
***You can always contact me if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.
I don’t often sell my patterns, but some of them I list on my Etsy Shop as a source to keep more content. A portion of each sale from my shop goes to the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. This video tutorial is for one size only (6-12 Months). If you wish to make this in other sizes (Adult, Teen, Child, Toddler, 3-6 Months), check out my Etsy shop to purchase this pattern and make it smaller or bigger.
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this hat for a size 6-12 Months:
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Designed by Nadia Fuad
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Please do not copy, sell, and/or post this pattern and claim it as your own.
Materials:
-Red Heart Super Saver Medium (worsted) weight yarn:
Cherry Red, Yellow, White, and Black
-Polyfil Stuffing
-Size H-5.00mm crochet hook
-Yarn Needle
All patterns are written in standard US terms.
Pattern includes all these sizes:
3-6 Months
6-12 Months
Toddler/Preschooler
Child
Teen/Adult
Large Adult
That time of year has come for us to get our turkey on! (Literally!) This video will help you stitch together the perfect bird just in time for Thanksgiving! Who wouldn’t want to wear a turkey hat to celebrate the festivities of the day?!
So, Gobble, Gobble, Ya’ll!! Pull out your hooks and let’s get stuffed!
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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. Thank you, and happy hooking!
Materials:
-Red Heart Super Saver Medium (worsted) weight yarn:
Warm Brown, Carrot, Green, Burgundy,White, Black, Red
-Size H-5.00mm crochet hook
-Yarn Needle
Special Stitches
Ch: chain
Sl st: slip stitch
DC: double crochet
HDC: half double crochet
Sc: single crochet
SC2Tog: Single Crochet Decrease
Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
As winter approaches, the need to bundle up becomes more prevalent. From top to bottom, we pile on layers to keep ourselves from the bitter cold. Although I made this particular hood for my costume this Halloween, once made, I realized how warm this actually is (since I wore it all night long).
Many of my blog followers on Facebook and Instagram inquired about me making a video tutorial for this project. It occurred to me that this would be perfect for the season as winter apparel. It offers a very stylish option, and it is very different than your average winter hat or scarf.
This is a cat hoodie of course, however, it is also very versatile. You do not have to put on the ears, or you can replace the ears with bear ears or fox ears. Custom make this to any animal of your choice! The creativity that is in this project knows no bounds! You could take it to a different level and line the face with fur around row 1. I’m sure you will find this to be a very fun and easy project. These make great gifts, and they are incredibly warm to wear!
When I was looking up inspiration online for the Cheshire Cat, I came across this photo. I could NOT find a pattern, but knew I could make one myself. This photo served as the inspiration to the hood I made. The original designer for this hood shown below is Archaical. You can find her work here on here website or here on her Facebook.
Below are some more photos from this Halloween. You can see Nate and my full length costumes as well as a close-up. I tried to pay attention to the details in creating both ensembles to emulate the characters from Alice in Wonderland.
Follow along with this video to learn how to make the Cat Hood:
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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.
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
DC: Double Crochet
Hood Row 1: With Dallas Gray, FDC 40 (or ch 42, dc in 2nd ch from hook and across) (40 DC) Row 2: Ch 2, turn, *FPDC around next st, BPDC around next st, repeat from * across. Change to Baby Teal, (40 DC) Row 3: Ch 2, Turn, HDC across Row 4: With Dallas Gray, Repeat row 3 Row 5: With Lake Tahoe Blue, Repeat row 3 Row 6: With Dallas Gray, Repeat row 3 Row 7: With Baby Teal, Repeat row 3 Row 8: With Windsor, Repeat row 3 Row 9: With Dallas Gray, Repeat row 3 Row 10: With Baby Teal, Repeat row 3 Row 11: With Dallas Gray, Repeat row 3 Row 12: With Lake Tahoe Blue, Repeat row 3 Row 13: With Dallas Gray, Repeat row 3 Row 14: With Baby Teal, Repeat row 3 Row 15: With Windsor, Repeat row 3 Rows 16 & 17: With Dallas Gray, Repeat row 3
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Lace in the back of hoodie: With P Hook
With Lake Tahoe Blue, Ch 200, fasten off. Use the long chain to lace up the back of the hood. (see video for visual instructions)
Front Tassels:
Take 3 strands of each color (total of 12 strands) that measure 48 inches. Attach to each end of the front of the hood and create braids. (See video for visual instructions)
Ears: Make 2 (Optional) With L hook Outer Ear:
With Lake Tahoe Blue, Ch 7 Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn (6) Row 2: Sc across (6) Row 3: sc2tog, sc in next 2 sts, sc2tog, ch 1, turn (4) Row 4: sc across (4) Row 5: sc2tog twice, ch 1, turn (2) Row 6: sc2tog, ch 1, turn (1)
Continue to single crochet all the way around the triangle, fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Inner ear:
With Dallas Gray, Ch 5 Row 1: sc in 2nd ch from hook and across, ch 1, turn (4) Row 2: sc across, ch 1, turn (4) Row 3: sc2tog twice, ch 1, turn (2) Row 4: sc across, ch 1, turn (2) Row 5: Sc2tog, ch 1, turn (1)
Continue to single crochet all the way around triangle, fasten off with long tail for sewing
Attach gray part of ear to blue part of ear, sew ears to hoodie between rows 2 & 3, weave in all ends.
Tail:
Change color every 10 Rounds. Work In continuous Rounds, moving stitch marker up each round. Add stuffing as you go, I found it easier to stuff after every 10 rounds.
Ch 2, Rnd 1: 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook (6) Rnd 2: Sc in each st around. (6) Rnd 3: 2 sc in each st around. (12) Rnd 4: Sc in each st around. (12) Rnd 5: [2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next st] 6 times. (18) Rnd 6: Sc in each st around. (18) Rnd 7: [2 sc in next st, 1 sc in next 2 sts] 6 times. (24) Rnd 8-60 (or however long you want to make it): Sc in each st around, change color after rounds 10, 20, 30, 40, and 50.
Apply fur at the tip of the tail by sewing it on.
Sew end closed and weave elastic through and wear around your waist, or sew the end closed and pin it to your pants!
Weave in all ends
Enjoy!!
***You can always contact me if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.
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~Nadia
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This Halloween season I’ve been seeing a lot of these Sugar Skulls on display, and they are seemingly becoming more and more popular.
The Sugar Skull originates from a tradition born in Mexico. Skulls are decorated in bright colors and would be filled with chocolate candy or other sugary treats. This is a symbol of life, taking something that is commonly associated with death, decorating it with beautiful accents. Thus giving it a new lease on life, such as life after death. It’s a celebration commemorating Dia De Los Muertos.
This is my crocheted version of the Sugar Skull. Feel free to get as creative and decorative because everyone is different and there is such a great variety in this art! Enjoy the free pattern at the end of this blog to make different sizes! The video tutorial shows size LARGE ADULT.
Follow along with this video to learn how to make the Sugar Skull:
Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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: -Red Heart Super Saver White, Black, Shocking Pink, Turqua, Spring Green
-Adhesive Gem Jewels (I got mine from Michael’s Craft Store)
-Size H-5.00mm crochet hook (You could use I-5.50mm crochet hook)
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors
NOTES:
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
SC2TOG: Single Crochet Decrease
DC: Double Crochet
Size: Toddler/Preschooler Round 1: With WHITE, ch 3, 9 DC in 3rd chain from hook, join to first DC, ch 2 Round 2: 2 DC in each around, join to first DC, ch 2 (18 DC) Round 3: 2 DC, DC in next, repeat around, join, ch 2 (27 DC) Round 4: 2 DC, DC in next 2, repeat around (36 DC) Round 5: 2 DC, DC in next 3, repeat around, join, ch 2 (45 DC) Round 6: 2 DC, DC in next 4, repeat around, join, ch 2 (54 DC) Round 7: DC around (54 DC) Round 8-10: DC around (54 DC)
(See video for visual instructions. You may need to add or subtract rows before row 11 to make the eye holes. Try on the hat and to be sure the eye holes can be made) Round 11: DC in first 20 sts, ch 5, sk 5 sts, DC in next 4 sts, ch 5, sk 5 sts, DC in last 20 sts. Rnd 12-14: DC around (54 DC)
Fasten off.
Starting bottom portion of skull, working in rows.
Count 28 sts evenly across front of face, mark each stitch on each side (see video for visual instructions) Row 15: Attach yarn to first marked st and work 1 dc in each st until the next marked stitch. Ch 2, turn, Row 16: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the next 2 sts, DC in the rest of the sts until there are 6 sts left, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. Row 17: Repeat Row 16 Row 18: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the rest of the sts across until there are 4 sts left, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1 turn. Rows 19 & 20: Repeat row 18. Row 21: SC across
Fasten off
Change to BLACK yarn and sc around entire hat.
SC around eye holes with BLACK yarn.
Size: Child Round 1: With WHITE, ch 3, 9 DC in 3rd chain from hook, join to first DC, ch 2 Round 2: 2 DC in each around, join to first DC, ch 2 (18 DC) Round 3: 2 DC, DC in next, repeat around, join, ch 2 (27 DC) Round 4: 2 DC, DC in next 2, repeat around (36 DC) Round 5: 2 DC, DC in next 3, repeat around, join, ch 2 (45 DC) Round 6: 2 DC, DC in next 4, repeat around, join, ch 2 (54 DC) Round 7: DC around (54 DC) Round 8: 2 DC in first stitch, DC in next 8, repeat around (60 DC) Round 9-12: DC around (60 DC)
(See video for visual instructions. You may need to add or subtract rows before row 13 to make the eye holes. Try on the hat and to be sure the eye holes can be made) Round 13: DC in first 23 sts, ch 5, sk 5 sts, DC in next 5 sts, ch 5, sk 5 sts, DC in last 22 sts. Rnd 14-16: DC around (60 DC)
Fasten off.
Starting bottom portion of skull, working in rows.
Count 30 sts evenly across front of face, mark each stitch on each side (see video for visual instructions) Row 17: Attach yarn to first marked st and work 1 dc in each st until the next marked stitch. Ch 2, turn, Row 18: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the next 2 sts, DC in the rest of the sts until there are 6 sts left, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. Row 19: Repeat Row 18. Row 20: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the rest of the sts across until there are 4 sts left, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1 turn. Rows 21 & 22: Repeat row 20. Row 23: SC across
Fasten off
Change to BLACK yarn and sc around entire hat.
SC around eye holes with BLACK yarn.
Size: Teen/Adult Round 1: With WHITE, ch 3, 9 DC in 3rd chain from hook, join to first DC, ch 2 Round 2: 2 DC in each around, join to first DC, ch 2 (18 DC) Round 3: 2 DC, DC in next, repeat around, join, ch 2 (27 DC) Round 4: 2 DC, DC in next 2, repeat around (36 DC) Round 5: 2 DC, DC in next 3, repeat around, join, ch 2 (45 DC) Round 6: 2 DC, DC in next 4, repeat around, join, ch 2 (54 DC) Round 7: DC around (54 DC) Round 8: 2 DC in first stitch, DC in next 8, repeat around (60 DC) Round 9: 2 DC, DC in next 29, repeat around (62 DC) Round 10-14: DC around (62 DC)
(See video for visual instructions. You may need to add or subtract rows before row 15 to make the eye holes. Try on the hat and to be sure the eye holes can be made) Round 15: DC in first 22 sts, ch 6, sk 6 sts, DC in next 6 sts, ch 6, sk 6 sts, DC in last 22 sts. Rnd 16-18: DC around (62 DC)
Fasten off.
Starting bottom portion of skull, working in rows.
Count 30 sts evenly across front of face, mark each stitch on each side (see video for visual instructions) Row 19: Attach yarn to first marked st and work 1 dc in each st until the next marked stitch. Ch 2, turn, Row 20: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the next 2 sts, DC in the rest of the sts until there are 6 sts left, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. Row 21: Repeat Row 20 Row 22: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the rest of the sts across until there are 4 sts left, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1 turn. Rows 23 & 24: Repeat row 22. Row 25: SC across
Fasten off
Change to BLACK yarn and sc around entire hat.
SC around eye holes with BLACK yarn.
Size: Large Adult Round 1: With WHITE, ch 3, 9 DC in 3rd chain from hook, join to first DC, ch 2 Round 2: 2 DC in each around, join to first DC, ch 2 (18 DC) Round 3: 2 DC, DC in next, repeat around, join, ch 2 (27 DC) Round 4: 2 DC, DC in next 2, repeat around (36 DC) Round 5: 2 DC, DC in next 3, repeat around, join, ch 2 (45 DC) Round 6: 2 DC, DC in next 4, repeat around, join, ch 2 (54 DC) Round 7: DC around (54 DC) Round 8: 2 DC in first stitch, DC in next 8, repeat around (60 DC) Round 9: 2 DC, DC in next 9, repeat around (66 DC) Round 10-15: DC around (66 DC)
(See video for visual instructions. You may need to add or subtract rows before row 16 to make the eye holes. Try on the hat and to be sure the eye holes can be made) Round 16: DC in first 24 sts, ch 6, sk 6 sts, DC in next 6 sts, ch 6, sk 6 sts, DC in last 24 sts. Rnd 17-19: DC around (66 DC)
Fasten off.
Starting bottom portion of skull, working in rows.
Count 32 sts evenly across front of face, mark each stitch on each side (see video for visual instructions) Row 20: Attach yarn to first marked st and work 1 dc in each st until the next marked stitch. Ch 2, turn, Row 21: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the next 2 sts, DC in the rest of the sts until there are 6 sts left, SC in next 2 sts, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1, turn. Row 22: Repeat Row 21 Row 23: 2 SC2TOG, sc in the rest of the sts across until there are 4 sts left, 2 SC2TOG, ch 1 turn. Rows 24 & 25: Repeat row 23. Row 26: SC across
Fasten off
Change to BLACK yarn and sc around entire hat.
SC around eye holes with BLACK yarn.
Decoration around eyes: Make 2
Ch 25 or an amount that will fit around eye hole, sl st to first ch to form a circle, *ch 3, sl st in 3rd ch from hook, sk next ch, sl st into next ch, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning and fasten off with a long tail for sewing.
Sew to hat (use photo/video for visual instructions)
Facial Decorations: (Make as many as you want. I made 3 in Turquoise and 2 in Green)
(See video for visual instructions)
Ch 7, sl st in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next, HDC in next 2 ch, DC in next 2 sts, Sl st in the same ch as the last DC, Fasten off with long tail. Sew onto hat.
Flower:
ch 2, Rnd 1: 10 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to first sc, ch 1 (10 sc) Rnd 2: 4 DC in next st, sl st to next st, repeat from * around until you have 5 petals. (see video for visual instructions). Fasten off with long tail for sewing. Inner portion of flower:
Repeat Rnd 1 of flower. Fasten off with long tail, sew to flower.
Nose: (Crocheted nose is optional, you can cut and sew on felt like I did in the video)
ch 2 Rnd 1: 12 sc in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to first sc, ch 2 Rnd 2: HDC in same st, 2 DC in next st, 2 HDC in next st, SC in next 2 sts, SC & HDC in next st, HDC & SC in next st, SC in next 2 sts, 2 HDC in next st, 2 DC in next st, HDC in last st, ch 2, sl st in same st. Fasten off with long tail. Sew to hat.
Add as many jewels as you’d like to make your hat fancy.
Enjoy!!
***You can always contact me if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.
Influenced by the Pop Art Movement of New York artists, Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and James Rosenquist, I decided to add this hot pink wig creation to my crochet costume collection. This is my very own version of being a comic strip character with a bit of YARN power!
This bold color works perfectly in the creation of this costume, however, don’t just stop there! This wig can make a great hat! Walk on the wild side with this bold pink fashion statement anytime of the year!
There was a point in time when I was going through treatment and I lost my hair, this would have been a great piece to wear to cover my head. I could totally rock these crocheted bold colored wigs! They make great chemo hats! Add a bow for a little flare!
go BOLD, go CRAZY, go WILD! Whatever you do, have fun!
Watch this video to learn how to make your own Pop Art Wig:
Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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: -Red Heart Super Saver (Less than half skein–I Used Pretty N’ Pink)
-Size J-6.00mm crochet hook (You could use I-5.50mm crochet hook)
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors
NOTES:
-For special stitches (FPDC & BPDC) see video tutorial for visual instructions
Ch: chain
St: Stitch
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
FPDC: Front Post Double Crochet
BPDC: Back Post Double Crochet
Ch 4, Rnd 1: 11 DC in 4th ch from hook, sl st to ch 3 at the beginning of round (12 DC)Rnd 2: Ch 3, FPDC around Ch 3 from previous rnd, *DC in next st, FPDC around same st (See video for visual instruction) Repeat from * around, sl st to beginning ch3 (12 DC, 12 FPDC)Rnd 3: Ch 3, DC into the FPDC from prev. rnd, FPDC around same st, *DC in next st, DC in next FPDC from prev. rnd, FPDC around same st, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning ch 3 (24 DC, 12 FPDC)
Rnd 4: Ch 3, DC in next st, DC into the FPDC from prev. rnd, FPDC around same st, *DC in next 2 sts, DC in next FPDC from prev. rnd, FPDC around same st, Repeat from * around, sl st to beginning ch 3 (36 DC, 12 FPDC)
At this point, you can skip to round 6 if your hat is big enough to fit a child.
Rnd 5: Ch 3, DC in next 2 sts, DC into the FPDC from prev. rnd, FPDC around same st, *DC in next 3 sts, DC in next FPDC from prev. rnd, FPDC around same st, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning ch 3 (48 DC, 12 FPDC)
Rnd 6: Ch 3, DC in next 3 sts, FPDC around FPDC from prev. rnd, *DC in next 4 sts, FPDC around FPDC from prev. rnd, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning ch 3 (48 DC, 12 FPDC)
Rnds 7-13: Repeat rnd 6
This next part is worked in rows (See video for visual instructions)
Row 14: Ch 3, DC in next 3 sts, FPDC around FPDC from prev. rnd, *DC in next 4 sts, FPDC around FPDC from prev. rnd. Repeat from * 7 times, ch 3 turn work (39 sts)
(Leave the rest of the stitches unworked)
Row 15: Ch 3, DC in next 3 sts, BPDC around FPDC from prev. rnd, *DC in next 4 sts, BPDC around FPDC from prev. rnd. Repeat from * 7 times, ch 3, turn work (39 sts)
Rows 16-23: Repeat Rows 14 and 15
Continue to SC around entire wig.
Fasten off, weave in ends.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.
Enjoy!!
***You can always contact me if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.
For all Star Wars fans, this project is! With you may the crochet force be!
That’s a little Yoda Speak for you to get you in the right frame of mind to make this great hat! This post is part of my Halloween series, but this is a great hat to make any time of year! Not only is it great for costumes, but it can be worn in cool weather. It’s the perfect hat for anybody who is a Star Wars fan and the wise Yoda at heart.
Watch this instructional video to make your own Yoda Hat today!
Bring out your inner “cat-titude” and freak “meowt!” This is the “purrrr-fect” project to make that happen! I am “paws-itive” you will be “feline” “claw-some!!”
As I work my way toward Halloween and my own personal costume, I created these paw fingerless gloves as a piece to one of my best costumes yet! This time of the year always gets my creativity going for fun ideas on ways to economically make a costume with as little as a hook and yarn. Although I made these as part of my Halloween attire, this would be a great project for any animal lover. You can modify these in many ways by changing the color, paw pads and fur! You don’t even need to put the paw prints on them and just have fancy fingerless gloves to give as a gift for anyone on your list!
Again, this is a quick and easy afternoon project! This blog includes the instructional video as well as a handwritten pattern. Be sure to check out the entire blog and make your mitts today!
I’m sure that you will “a-purrr-ove” of “e-furry-thing!” HA!
Watch this video to learn how to make these fingerless glove paws:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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: -Red Heart Super Saver Scraps in White and Black and a color of your choice (I used Blue, Spring Green, and Yellow)
-Size I-5.50mm crochet hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors
NOTES:
-There are two ways to attach the fur, see full video for both ways.
Ch: chain
St: Stitch
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
HDC: Half Double CrochetGloves:With Turqua Both Hands:
Ch 20 (Or chain enough that will fit around your knuckles on your hand)
Without twisting chain, sl st to first ch to form a circle Rnd 1: Ch 2, HDC in each ch around, sl st to first HDC of the round (20) Rnd 2-5: Ch 2, HDC in each ch around, sl st to first st of the round (20)
Left Hand: Rnd 6: HDC in the first 17 sts, sk last 3 sts, ch 3, sl st to first HDC of the round. (17 HDC, ch3 sp)
Right Hand: Rnd 6: HDC in first st, ch 3, sk 3 sts, HDC in each st around, sl st to first HDC of the round (17 HDC, ch3 sp)
Both Hands: Rnd 7: ch 2, HDC in each st around, HDC into the chains of the ch3 sps. sl st to beginning HDC of the round. (20) (See video for visual instructions) Rnd 8-20: CH 2, HDC in each st around, sl st to beginning HDC of the round. (20)
(If you want yours to be shorter or longer, add or subtract rows at this point)
Fasten off, weave in all ends.
Add Fur (Optional):
See video for visual instructions
SC around top and bottom of Hand Warmers or Sew the fur on like how I show in the video.
Paw Prints: (Make 8) with Gray, ch 2 Rnd 1: SC 6 in 2nd ch from hook, sl st to first sc (6)
Fasten off with long tail for sewingPalm of Paw: (Make 2)
With Gray, Ch 2 Rnd 1: SC 6 in 2nd ch from hook (6) Rnd 2: SC 2 in each st around (12) Rnd 3: (SC 2 in next st, SC in next st) 6 times (18)
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.Enjoy!!
This is a very festive pattern that I made for Halloween. It’s the perfect project to repurpose some used jars and for the ultimate recycler, this is right up your alley. This is not just a Halloween project. It can be changed to fit any holiday or party. It’s great for gift giving too!
These jar covers can be made to fit any size jar. I show in the tutorial how to do that, as well in the written pattern. The versatility of this pattern makes it easy to adapt to any event! Fill the jars with candy, hot cocoa mix, cookie mix, tea bags, coffee, put a candle inside, hide your spare change, store pens/pencils inside, the possibilities are endless!
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make these Jar Cozies:Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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.
BLO: Back Loop Only with Orange, Ch 2 Rnd 1: HDC 6 in 2nd ch from hook (6) Rnd 2: HDC 2 in each st around (12) Rnd 3: (HDC 2 in next st, HDC in next st) 6 times (18) Rnd 4: (HDC 2 in next st, HDC in next 2 sts) 6 times (24)
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~Nadia
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“I always feel like somebody’s watching me, and I have no privacy!” You’re going to feel that way too, when you make yourself a set of these creepy plush eyeball amigurumis!
This is an EXTREMELY simple, but fun project where multiples can be created in a short period of time. I made these for a Halloween party that I have coming up, but the ideas for these are limitless!
Not only can you use these for spooky decoration by placing them in a jar or scattering them on the buffet table or giving them away for party favors for kids, but you can also use these for fun games like bean bag toss (fill them with beans or rice instead of poly-fil). These would be great for juggling. Attach a jumpring to a key ring and you can make a keychain! You can fill it with flax or rice and make a hacky sack.
If you do not want to make the eyeball design, this is a great way to make a small sphere. You can make these in solid colors, or multiple colors. If you make these in holiday colors, they would fit with any time of year festivities! These are just a few of my ideas, but we have such a creative crochet community, I’m sure you can come up with more. Leave a comment with your ideas!
Today’s blog includes an easy to follow instructional video as well as a FREE written pattern. Let me see your creativity at work!
View this video to learn how to make these spooky eyes:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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: -Red Heart Super Saver Scraps in White and Black and a color of your choice (I used Blue, Spring Green, and Yellow)
-Size H-5.00mm crochet hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors
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“Eye of newt, and toe of frog, wool of bat, and tongue of dog, Adder’s fork, and blind-worm’s sting, lizard’s leg, and owlet’s wing, for a charm of powerful trouble, like a hell-broth boil and bubble…” ~William Shakespeare
This is a very easily adaptable pattern that can be transformed into many items besides the trick or treat bag that I originally am making this bag for. It can be made into a tote bag, a handbag, purse, laptop case, iPad case. You can add a drawstring by weaving it through the top of this bag and omitting the handles. There are SO many ideas in one pattern!
Another fun idea with this pattern is to use the base bag and change up the embellishments and colors to make all kinds of neat Halloween fun trick-or-treat bags that will stand out and last for years to come!
Follow this video tutorial to learn how to make your own bag today!
Teacher: Nadia Fuad
Video and Editing: Fuad Azmat (My Daddy)
Who else is ready for hoodies, bonfires, crisp cool air, hot cocoa, football, and beautiful fall colors? This time of the year brings to mind all things cozy, and that is the premise for my candy corn leg warmers!
These colors always bring to mind the harvest season, Halloween, and cooler days. Today’s tutorial shows how to create these great pair of leg warmers in striped yellow, orange, and white.
My original pattern developed out of a discovery I made at a thrift shop. While hunting through a basket of vintage jewelry, I stumbled across a pair of wooden maple leaf earrings. I immediately thought these would make great buttons, but what to pair them with?! After careful consideration, I decided to remove the backings and drill some button holes and transform these into an embellishment for these leg warmers!
These are SUPER easy to learn and you can adapt these to any size and any color you’d like! They do not have to be Halloween themed. You can make them one plain color, you can make them team sport colors, you can get as creative as you desire! The video shows how to change color to create this striped effect, but if you wish to continue in a solid tone, just follow the directions without the color changes.
Watch this video tutorial to learn how to make your very own leg warmers today!
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Pattern:
Designed by Nadia Fuad
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.
NOTES:
-These are worked from the ankle up. See the end of the video tutorial to learn how to make these smaller or bigger.
-This pattern is worked in rounds, there will be no turning work.
Ch: chain
St: Stitch
Sl st: slip stitch
HDC: half double crochet
FPHDC: Front Post Half Double Crochet
BPHDC: Back Post Half Double Crochet
Ch 25, sl st to beginning ch to form a ring, ch 1 Rnd 1: HDC in each ch around, sl st to beginning hdc, ch 1 (25 sts) Rnds 2-5: *FPHDC in next st, BPHDC in next, repeat from * around, sl st to beginning FPHDC
(after round 5, change to orange) Ch1 (25 sts) Rnd 6: HDC in each st around, sl st to beginning, ch 1 Rnd 7: 2 HDC in first st, HDC in the rest of the sts around, sl st to beginning, ch 1 Rnds 8-10: Repeat rnd 6
(After round 10, change to White) Rnds 11-15: Repeat rounds 6-10, After round 15, change to Yellow (27 sts) Rnds 16-20: Repeat rounds 6-10, After round 20, change to Orange (28 sts) Rnds 21-25: Repeat rounds 6-10, After round 25, change to White (29 sts) Rnds 26-30: Repeat rounds 6-10, After round 30, change to Yellow (30 sts) Rnd 31: Repeat round 7 (31 sts) Rnd 32: Repeat round 7 (32 sts) Rnd 33: Repeat round 7 (33 sts) Rnd 34: Repeat round 7 (34 sts) Rnd 35: Repeat round 7 (35 sts)
change to Orange Rnd 36: Repeat round 7 (36 sts) Rnd 37: Repeat round 7 (37 sts) Rnd 38: Repeat round 7 (38 sts) Rnd 39: Repeat round 7 (39 sts) Rnd 40: Repeat round 7 (40 sts)
Change to White Rnd 41: Repeat round 7 (41 sts) Rnds 42-45: Repeat Round 2 (41 sts)
Fasten off, weave in all ends. Enjoy!
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