FREE Written Crochet Pattern: Aspen Baby Blanket

September 3, 2021 By Nadia Fuad in baby, Baby Items, Blankets, Crochet Pattern Tags: 3d, afghan, aspen, bab, babies, baby, baby blanket, baby shower, back post double crochet, basic, beginner, blanket, bpdc, child, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, fashionable, fpdc, free crochet pattern, free pattern, front post double crochet, gift, handmade, heirloom, heirloom blanket, holiday, how to, infant, infants, layette, leaf, learn, leaves, pattern, shower, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia Leave a comment

There many different reasons to be inspired. The Aspen Baby Blanket was inspired by friends celebrating the birth of their baby. The Aspen tree was the foundation for this piece. Created using series of front and back post stitches, it creates a repeat texture leaf pattern. The striking three dimensional profile of this project took my breath away. When you look at this overall piece you would never guess that it is easier than you think! I used Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling yarn by Lion Brand Yarn and it was THE most luxurious fiber giving this blanket the absolute softest feel. Follow my video tutorial or written pattern and get your started today!

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Pattern:

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

Materials you will need:
Get the supplies individually by clicking the links below
–Lion Brand Yarn Basic Stitch in Frost and Ecru (6 balls of Frost, 2 balls of Ecru or 1100 yards of Frost, and 300 yards of Ecru)
–Size H-5.00mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:

-Use a smaller hook to make this smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make this bigger
-This is written in US terms
-This took about 2 weeks to make but I did not work on it continuously.
-You can check out yarnsub.com to see yarn substitutions that are equal to the Lion Brand yarn I used in this project.
-This pattern with video tutorial shows the measurement as 35 inches by 35 inches, but you can make it longer by continuing the repeat pattern.
-If you do not want to do a stacked Single Crochet in the first stitch of every row, you can do a half double crochet and that will suffice.

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
V-St aka V-Stitch: (DC, ch 1, DC) in same space
BPDC2TOG: Double Crochet 2 sts together
FPDC2TOG: Double Crochet 3 sts together
BPV-St: Back Post V-Stitch
FPV-St: Front Post V-Stitch

Pattern:

Row 1: FDC 203 or Ch 205, DC in 3rd Ch and each ch across (you need 203 sts for row 1)

Row 2: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC in next 2 sts, *BPDC on next 10 sts, FPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, FPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 3: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 2 sts, *FPDC2TOG, FPDC on next 6 sts, FPDC2TOG, BPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across, ending with BPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, ch 1, turn.

Row 4: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 2 sts *BPDC2TOG, BPDC on next 4 sts, BPDC2TOG, FPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, ending with FPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, turn.

Row 5: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 2 sts, *FPDC2TOG, FPDC on next 2 sts, FPDC2TOG, BPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, ending with BPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, turn.

Row 6: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 2 sts, *[BPDC2TOG] twice, FPDC on next 3 sts, BPDC on next st, FPDC on next 3 sts, repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, ending with FPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, turn.

Row 7: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 2 sts, *FPDC2TOG, BPDC on next 3 sts, FPDC on next st, BPDC on next 3 sts, repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, ending with BPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 8: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 6 sts, *BPV-St on next st, FPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with FPDC on 6 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 9: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 6 sts, *FPDC on next st, V-St in Ch sp, FDC on next st, BPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with BPDC on 6 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, turn.

Row 10: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 6 sts, *BPDC on next 2 sts, V-st in Ch sp, BPDC on next 2 sts, FPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with FPDC on 6 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 11: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 6 sts, *FPDC on next 3 sts, V-st in Ch sp, FPDC on next 3 sts, BPDC on next 7 sts, Repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with BPDC on 6 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 12: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 6 sts, *BPDC on next 4 sts, 2 DC in ch sp, BPDC on next 4 sts, FPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with FPDC on next 6 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 13: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 6 sts, *FPDC2TOG, FPDC on next 6 sts, FPDC2TOG, BPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with BPDC on next 6 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 14: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 6 sts, *BPDC2TOG, BPDC on next 4 sts, BPDC2TOG, FPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with FPDC on next 6 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 15: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 6 sts, *FPDC2TOG, FPDC on next 2 sts, FPDC2TOG, BPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with BPDC on next 6 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 16: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 2 sts, *BPDC on next st, FPDC on next 3 sts, [BPDC2TOG] twice, FPDC on next 3 sts, repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with FPDC on next 3 sts, BPDC on next st, FPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 17: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 2 sts, *FPDC on next st, BPDC on next 3 sts, FPDC2TOG, BPDC on next 3 sts, repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, ending with BPDC on next 3 sts, FPDC on next st, BPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 18: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 2 sts, *BPV-St on next st, FPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across, ending with FPDC on 2 sts before last, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 19: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 2 sts, *FPDC on next st, V-St in Ch sp, FPDC on next st, BPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, ending with BPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, turn.

Row 20: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 2 sts, *BPDC on next 2 sts, V-St in Ch sp, BPDC on next 2 sts, FPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, ending with FPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 21: Stacked SC in 1st st, BPDC on next 2 sts, *FPDC on next 3 sts, V-St in Ch sp, FPDC on next 3 sts, BPDC on next 7 sts, repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, ending with BPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Row 22: Stacked SC in 1st st, FPDC on next 2 sts, *BPDC on next 4 sts, 2 DC in Ch sp, BPDC on next 4 sts, FPDC on next 7 sts, Repeat from * across until 3 sts remain, ending with FPDC on next 2 sts, HDC in last st, Ch 1, Turn.

Rows 23-42: Repeat Rows 3-22

Rows 43-62: Repeat Rows 3 to 22

Rows 63-82: Repeat Rows 3-22

Rows 83-92: Repeat Rows 3-12
End on a repeat of Row 12 before fastening off. (SEE video tutorial for visual instructions on ending/fastening off)

Border:

Attach Yarn in a corner

Round 1: Ch 2, DC in each st around and in each row on the side, put 3 DC in corners (See video tutorial for visual instructions), sl st to first st, Ch 2, DO NOT TURN.

Round 2: DC in each st around putting 3 DC in the middle DC of each corner, sl st to first st, Fasten off.

Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

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

12 Days of Christmas: Holly and Berries Ornament

December 11, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, home decor, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, berries, christmas, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, holiday, holidays, holly, holly and berries, holly berry, how to, how to crochet, leaf, learn, leaves, mistletoe, pattern, plant, red heart yarns, stitch, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, winter, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

This Holly and Berries Ornament is our eleventh pattern in the 12 Days of Christmas Ornament collection! This is such a cute little crocheted gift to adorn your tree or use it instead of a bow on a package for anyone on your gift giving list!

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

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

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

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

Pattern:

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

Materials you will need:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in any colors you want. I used Cherry Red and Paddy Green
–F-3.75mm Crochet Hook
–Stuffing
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a larger hook to make this larger.
-This ornament measures approximately 3 inches tall and 4 inches wide

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

Leaf

Make 2 in Paddy Green
Ch 10
Rnd 1:
Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next, HDC in next, DC in next 3 chs, HDC in next ch, SC in next, Sl st in last, Ch 2, Sl st into the same ch,
Continue to work on opposite side of foundation chain
SC in next st, HDC in next, DC in next 3 sts, HDC in next, SC in next, Sl st in last, continue working round 2

Rnd 2: Sl st in next 2 sts, Ch 1, SC in same st, [Ch 2, Sl st in 2nd Ch from hook, SC in next 3 sts] 2 times, Ch 2, Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next st 2 sts, [SC, ch 2, Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC] in Ch 2 sp, SC in next 2 sts, [Ch 2, Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next 3 sts] 2 times, Ch 2, Sl st in 2nd Ch from hook, SC in last st, Sl st in next st, Do not fasten off. Continue on to make the stem

Ch 4, Sl st in 2nd ch and next 2 chs, Continue to surface crochet up the center of the leaf.
Fasten off, weave in all ends.

Berries: Make 3 in Cherry Red
Ch 2
Rnd 1: 6 HDC in 2nd Ch from hook.
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly:
Sew 3 berries to Holly Leaves
See video tutorial for visual instructions.
Add string/ribbon to make it an ornament
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

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

Crochet Tutorial: Destiny Headband

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

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

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

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

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

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Pattern:

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

Materials:
***Click here to get the whole KIT!!***

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

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

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

Crochet Tutorial: Leaf Applique

February 3, 2017 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, be mine, beanie, beginner, branch, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, day, fashion, fashion blogger, flower, free crochet pattern, free pattern, green, greens, handmade, hearts, how to, how to crochet, leaf, leafy, learn, leave, leaves, love, lovely, pattern, special, stitch, teach, tree, tutorial, valentine, valentine's day, valentines, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 3 Comments

I know you are “falling” for some of these “unbe-leaf-ably” silly puns. It helps to create good “chemis-tree” between us when we can “photo-sympathize” with how lame they can become. I know it’s “over-ELM-ing,” but we can still laugh together. I hope it’s “OAK-kay” that I continue to post until I get “stumped.” Even then I won’t “leaf” you “hanging” as I “branch” out and try to be more punny!

leaf3

leaf2
leaf

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

Pattern:

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

Materials:

Click here to get the full kit of supplies to make these Leaf Appliques!!

–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Real Teal
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Warm Brown
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Shocking Pink
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Gold
-J-6.00mm Crochet Hook (Get the same one I use in my video tutorial here!)
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:
-Use a smaller hook to make these smaller
-Use a bigger hook to make these bigger
-Watch the FULL introduction of the video tutorial for frequently asked questions and watch the full video for tips on how to make these smaller or bigger.
-Make more chains on your foundation chain to make your leaf bigger

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

Pattern:

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

With 2 strands of yarn,
Ch 10
Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next, HDC in next, DC in next 2 chs, TR in next 3 chs, Ch 3, Sl st in last ch, Ch 3,
Work on opposite side of foundation ch, TR in next 3 sts, DC in next 2 chs, HDC in next, SC in next, Sl st in last. Fasten off.

With one strand of yarn and a different color,
Sl st around edge of leave and create the stem and sl st up the center. (See video tutorial for visual instructions.)
Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

Crochet Tutorial: The Joyful Teapot Cozy

November 16, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, chai, china, christmas, coffee, cosy, cozies, cozy, crochet, crochet cozy, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, dinner, entertain, entertaining, family, fashion blogger, fine, fine china, flower, free crochet pattern, free pattern, guests, handmade, holiday, holly, holly berry, holly leaf, holly leaves, how to, how to crochet, joy, joyful, joyous, leaf, learn, leaves, masala, party, pattern, pot, stitch, supper, tea, tea party, teach, team chai, team coffee, teapot, teapot cozy, together, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

Holiday entertaining is right around the corner. I personally enjoy tea with friends. Add a special touch to your table setting with The Joyful Teapot Cozy!

I added the word “Joy” to my teapot, but you can add any word. It’s very simple to chain and sew it onto the cozy. You don’t have to use holly leaves and berries as your embellishments either. Have fun with it and get creative by adding flowers, leaves, or other appliqués to make your teapot cozy personal.

The Joyful Teapot Cozy makes a lovely gift idea. Wrapped around a vintage teapot and filled with specialty teas, this would go far in making someone’s holiday tea-rrific!

Now it’s time to pour yourself a cup of hot tea, pull out your hook and get started today!

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this Teapot Cozy:
Information at the beginning of the video, Tutorial actually starts at 9 minutes.

***You can always contact me if you have any problems with the pattern. I am happy to help if you have any questions along the way.
***These patterns are copyright YARNutopia © so PLEASE DO NOT COPY, SHARE, ADJUST OR RESELL MY PATTERN. I wrote and tested this pattern myself, from beginning to end. It took a lot of time and work, and I would really like to have it remain “my pattern.”
***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
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 Gleam Yarn in Creamy and Patina
–Red Heart Shimmer Yarn in Red
–G/6-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Sewing Pins/Needles
–Small Button
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:

-This pattern is for a standard 4-cup round, side handle teapot with a lid and a curved spout. You could make it smaller or bigger just making more rows on the sides.

-You can make this cozy with any yarn: Cotton, Acrylic, Polyester

-You can make this using a bigger crochet hook if your tension is tighter

-You do not have to add the appliques, you could just have a plain teapot cozy sans the leaf/word design.

-This teapot Cozy is worked from the top down.

Special Stitches:
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
Puff: [YO, Insert Hook, YO, Pull Through] 2 times. YO, pull through all 5 loops on hook. Puff made.
Picot: Ch 2, Sl st in 2nd ch from hook

Backing of Teapot Cozy

With Gleam Yarn in Creamy,
Ch 12, sl st to 1st ch to form a large ring.

Round 1: Ch 1, SC in each ch around, sl st to 1st SC. (12 sts)

Round 2: Ch 1, SC in each st around, sl st to 1st SC. (12 sts)

Round 3: Ch 1, [Puff, Ch 1, Puff, Ch 1] in each st around, Sl St to 1st Puff St. (16 puff sts)

Round 4: Working in ch 1 sps: Ch 1, 2 HDC in same Ch 1 Sp, 1 HDC in next Ch 1 sp, *2 HDC in next ch 1 sp, HDC in next ch 1 sp, repeat from * around. Sl st to 1st HDC. (36 sts)

Round 5: Ch 1, HDC in each st around, sl st to 1st st. (36 sts)

Round 6: Ch 1, [Puff, Ch 2] in each st around, sl st to 1st Puff st. (36 Puff sts)

Round 7: In any ch 2 sp: Ch 2, HDC in each ch 2 sp around, sl st to beg. ch 2. (36 sts)

**You will now be working in rows:

Row 8: Ch 1, [Puff, ch 1] in same st and next 17 sts. Leave the rest unworked. Ch 1, turn. (18 sts)

Row 9: 2 HDC in each Ch 1 sp across. Ch 1, turn. (34 sts)

Rows 10-13: 1 HDC in each st across. Ch 1, turn. (34 sts)
(Optional: Continue working these rows until your piece is as tall as you need it to be, then go on to row 14)

Row 14: HDC2TOG, HDC in each st until the last 2 sts, HDC2TOG on the last 2 sts, ch 1, turn. (32 sts)

Row 15: HDC2TOG, HDC in each st until the last 2 sts, HDC2TOG on the last 2 sts, ch 1, turn. (30 sts)

Row 16: *HDC2TOG, HDC in next 3 sts, repeat from * across. Ch 1, turn. (24 sts)

Row 17: *HDC2TOG, HDC in next 2 sts, repeat from * across. Ch 1, turn. (18 sts)

Row 18: HDC in each st across.
Fasten off with Long tail for this side.
When you make the other side, you can cut your yarn short. (See video tutorial for visual instructions.

Attach your yarn to the unworked st from Round 7.
Repeat Rows 8-18

Crochet a button hole loop after your last row by chaining 6, and sl st back into st. Fasten off.

Assembly step:
Sew front closed around spout of teapot. (see video tutorial for visual instructions)
Sew button to bottom back of cozy on the opposite side of button hole loop.

Leaf: Make 7

With Patina Gleam Yarn
Ch 9
Round 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next Ch, HDC in next 4 Chs, SC in next, Sl st in next, Ch 2, Sl back in the same ch,
Working on opposite side of foundation chain: SC in next, HDC in next 4, SC in next, Sl st in last. Do not attach.

Round 2: [Sl st in next 2 sts, Picot] 3 times, sl st in ch 2 sp, ch 2, Sl st in same ch 2 sp, [Sl st in next 2 sts, Picot] 3 times. Sl st to beginning. Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Berry: Make 9

With Red Shimmer
Ch 2
Round 1: 6 SC in 2nd ch from hook
Fasten off with long tail for sewing.

Assembly step:

I recommend watching the video tutorial to learn how to sew all the pieces to your teapot cozy.
Sew leaves and berries to teapot cozy.
For the word “JOY” just chain an amount and pin it to the cozy and sew it on. You can also embroider the word to the cozy if you wish. Have fun with it!
See video tutorial for visual instructions on all the pieces and where they go.

Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

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

Crochet Tutorial: Fallen Leaves Cup Cozy

November 15, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, kitchen, Video Tutorial Tags: applique, basic, beginner, block, button, button cozy, chai, christmas, coffee, cozies, cozy, crochet, crochet project, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheted leaf, crocheting, cup, cup cozy, easy, fall, fallen, fashion, fashionable, fast, flower, free crochet pattern, free pattern, gift, gift card, gift idea, give thanks, granny square, handmade, how to, how to crochet, leaf, leaf applique, learn, leaves, mug, mug cozy, pattern, project, quick, quick gift, stitch, tea, teach, team chai, team coffee, thanks, thanksgiving, tutorial, video, video tutorial, wood button, wrap, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 1 Comment

Here is the Fallen Leaves Cup Cozy! One leaf applique doubles as a secret pocket which is perfect for a tea bag, some cash, or a gift card to a coffee shop. Mug cozies make great gifts for family, friends, neighbors, teachers, colleagues and many others on your gift giving list.

Some suggested gift ideas: Mug or Travel mug + Cup Cozy + Hot Cocoa/Cash/Tea Bags/Specialty Coffee makes the perfect gift for that “hard to buy for” person on your list!

The handmade cup cozy adds a personal touch to an already awesome idea!

I have added a button to my cup cozy. You can get wooden buttons at the Etsy Shop Wood Be Fancy. You do not have to use a button, you could sew the seam up and have it slide on a travel mug.

Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this cup cozy: The instructions start at 6 Minutes, 50 Seconds.

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Pattern:

Materials:
–Red Heart Super Saver Yarns in White, Gold, and Flamingo
–G/6-4.25mm Crochet Hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

NOTES:

-This pattern is for a standard sized cup. You could make it smaller or bigger just making more rows on your backing portion.

-You can make this cup cozy with any yarn: Cotton, Acrylic, Polyester

-You can make this using a bigger crochet hook if your tension is tighter

-You do not have to add the appliques, you could just have a plain cup cozy sans the leaf design.

-You can make the backing of your cup cozy bigger by chaining any even number.

Special Stitches:
Ch: chain
St(s): Stitch(es)
Sl st: slip stitch
SC: Single Crochet
DC: Double Crochet
TR: Treble Crochet
Picot: Ch 2, sl st in same st

Backing of Cup Cozy

Ch 12 or any even number.
Row 1: HDC in 2nd ch from hook, *Sl st in next ch, HDC in next ch, repeat from * across. (11 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, Sl st in 1st st, *HDC in next st, Sl st in next st, repeat from * across. (11 sts)
Row 3: Ch 1, turn, HDC in 1st st, *Sl st in next st, HDC in next st, repeat from * across. (11 sts)
Rows 4-28: Repeat rows 2 and 3 ending on a repeat of Row 2.
Fasten off with long tail if you are sewing it closed.
Fasten off with short tail if you are not sewing it closed.
Weave in all ends if you are adding a button.

Leaf: Make 2

Ch 9
Round 1: Sl st in 2nd ch from hook, SC in next 2 Chs, HDC in next 2 Chs, DC in next, TR in next, 10 TR in last ch
Working on opposite side of foundation chain: TR in next, DC in next, HDC in next 2, SC in next 2, Sl st in last.

Round 2: [Sl st in next 2 sts, Picot] 5 times, sl st in next 3 sts, ch 5, sl st in 2nd ch from hook and next 3 chs, sl st back in the same st on round 1 of the leaf, sl st in next 3 sts, Picot, [sl st in next 2 sts, Picot] 5 times, sl st to beginning, Picot, Fasten off.

Assembly step:

Sew leaves and button to cup cozy. When sewing one leaf, be sure to keep it open as a pocket.
Chain a loop on the edge of the cup cozy for looping around the button.
See video tutorial for visual instructions on all the pieces and where they go.

Weave in all ends.

Enjoy!!

Crochet Tutorial: Leaf and Flower Lariat

January 20, 2016 By Nadia Fuad in Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beads, beginner, crochet, crochet leaf, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashion blogger, flower, free crochet pattern, free pattern, handmade, how to, how to crochet, lariat, layered flower, leaf, learn, leaves, neck, necklace, neckwarmer, pattern, scarf, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 2 Comments

In an earlier post, I had mentioned that Nate bought me yarn this past Christmas. Some may think, “Well that is a no brainer, she crochets, she loves yarn. Easy peasy lemon squeezy!” Right? But to that, I say this: I thought about this man going through yarn types and brands trying to choose the right ones, the best fibers, deciding on variety without a clue as to what he’s doing, except he was doing it because he loves me. It made my heart skip. The picture of this in my mind was incredibly endearing.

Today’s leaf and floral neck lariat necklace is inspired by some of those skeins of yarn and the love behind them. Leaves are symbolic of life and the red flower symbolizes love. So, it is appropriate that it all comes together in this great creative piece. He truly has woven his way right into my heart giving it life. What better way to show that love than through my work?!

Lariat
You can make this as a belt, as a bunting, garland. You can customize this piece to your own desire. Make it longer, make it shorter, make it in different colors! The possibilities are endless!

Lariat
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to make this lariat:

Pattern:

Materials:
-Lion Brand Wool Ease in Oxford Grey
-Naturally Caron Country in Burgundy
-Bead or button for embellishment
-Size G6-4.25mm Crochet Hook
-Yarn Needle
-Scissors

NOTES:
-You may use any size thread and any size hook to make this. Just know that it will turn out larger or smaller for the leaves.

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

Lariat
1st Leaf:
Ch 11,
SC in 2nd ch from hook, HDC in next, DC in next, DC in next, TR in next, TR in next, DC in next, DC in next, HDC in next, SC in next, ch 2, SC in same st as last sc, Turn work upside down, HDC in next, DC in next, DC in next, TR in next, TR in next, DC in next, DC in next, HDC in next, SC in last. Sl st to first sc of round

Chain an amount that you would like to be between your leaves (I chained 8)

2nd leaf and the rest of them will be as follows:
Ch 11
SC in 2nd ch from hook, HDC in next, DC in next, DC in next, TR in next, TR in next, DC in next, DC in next, HDC in next, SC in next, ch 2, SC in same st as last sc, Turn work upside down, HDC in next, DC in next, DC in next, TR in next, TR in next, DC in next, DC in next, HDC in next, SC in last. Sl st to first sc of round, sl st in each of the next 10 sts, sl st to the chain, then chain an amount that you would like between your leaves.

Here is how I made my Lariat:

Leaf
Ch 8
Leaf
Ch 15
Leaf
Ch 10
Leaf
Ch 8
Leaf
Ch 15
Leaf
Ch 10
Leaf
(Continue this pattern until you have 20 leaves–or as many leaves as you want)
When making your last leaf, sl st along the stitches on the side of the leaf and then fasten off. See video tutorial for visual instructions.

Flower:
Rnd 1: Ch 3 and work 17 hdc into the 3rd ch from hook, join with a sl st to ch up 2. (18 hdc)

Rnd 2: *ch 3, skip the next hdc, sl st in next hdc*, repeat from * around, sl st to first ch 3 sp to join (9 spaces made)

Rnd 3: You’ll be working a petal into each ch 3 space from round 2. ch 1, (sc, hdc, 3dc, hdc, sc) into each ch 3 space around (9 petals made) Fasten off and weave in end.

Round 4: In this round, make sure you are slip stitching “around” the hdc from Round 1. (See video tutorial for visual instructions). ch 3, skip 2 hdc, sl st around the next stitch in Round 1, *ch 3, skip 2 hdc, sl st around next hdc, repeat from * around, slip stitch to beginning ch 3 sp to join (6 spaces made)

Round 5: Repeat Round 3 (you’ll be making a total of 6 petals this time), sl st to ch 3 sp at the beginning to join, fasten off with long tail for sewing. Sew bead/button to center of flower and sew to lariat
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.

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

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

Teacher: Nadia Fuad
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Crochet Tutorial: Candy Corn Leg Warmers

September 23, 2015 By Nadia Fuad in clothing, Crochet Pattern, Crochet Projects, Video Tutorial Tags: basic, beginner, boot cuffs, candy, candy corn, corn, crochet, crochet tutorial, crocheted, crocheting, fashion, fashionable, free crochet, free crochet pattern, free pattern, halloween, handmade, how to, how to crochet, joy creators, learn, leaves, leg, leg warmers, legs, pattern, red heart yarns, striped, stripes, style, teach, tutorial, video, video tutorial, warm, warmers, yarn, yarnie, yarnutopia 11 Comments

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!

Pattern:

Questions? Leave a comment!

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

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

Materials:
–Red Heart Super Saver in Orange, Bright Yellow, and White
–Size I-5.50mm crochet hook
–Yarn Needle
–Scissors

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!

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

***These patterns are copyright YARNutopia © so PLEASE DO NOT COPY, SHARE, ADJUST OR RESELL MY PATTERN. I wrote and tested this pattern myself, from beginning to end. It took a lot of time and work, and I would really like to have it remain “my pattern.”
***You can sell anything you make from my patterns, please just link back to my website YARNutopia.com. Thank you!

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

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

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